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PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA PLANNING 101
Revised PLANNING DEPARTMENT City of Panama City, FL UNIFIED LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE A Reference Guide for the Citizens! ORDINANCE NO. 2675
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA:
WHEREAS, the City of Panama City Commission has adopted the Panama City Comprehensive Plan within which are included goals, objectives, and policies related to the adoption of land development regulations; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Part II, Section 3201, the Florida Statutes, requires the implementation of these goals, objectives, and policies through the adoption of consistent land development regulations; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Part II, Section 3202, of the Florida Statutes requires each county and municipality to adopt or amend and enforce land development regulations that are consistent with and implement the adopted comprehensive plan within one (1) year after submission of the revised comprehensive plan for review to the state; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board, in its capacity as the Local Planning Agency, considered this request, found it consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the local Comprehensive Plan, and recommended approval at a properly advertised public hearing on November 5, 2018;
NOW THEREFORE, IT BE ORDAINED by the City Commission of Panama City, Florida, amends the Land Development Regulations as follows:
Section 1. The Land Development Regulations are to be amended to reflect the following changes:
(See Exhibit A)
Section 2. If any provision or portion of this Ordinance is declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be void, unconstitutional, or unenforceable, then all remaining provisions and portions of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4. This ordinance shall become effective upon passage. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at the regular meeting of the Commission of the City of Panama City, Florida on the 26th Day of March, 2019.
CITY OF PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA
By Greg Brudnicki, Mayor ATTEST:
T.D. Hachmeister, City Clerk Unifi ed Land Development Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
The provisions of this Unified Land Development general
CHAPTER 101 – GENERAL Code are declared to be the minimum require- 1 ments necessary to protect human, environmen- tal, social, and economic resources; and to main- processes Sec. 101-1. Title. This Chapter shall be entitled and tain, through orderly growth, and development, admin. may be referred to as the Unified Land Development and redevelopment the character and stability of 2 Code (“ULDC”). present and future land use within the city. authority Sec. 101-2. Purpose and Intent. This ULDC is enact- review
Sec. 101-3. - Interpretation. The following rules 3 ed pursuant to the requirements and authority of F.S. of interpretation and construction shall apply to Ch. 163, pt. II (the Local Government Comprehensive this ULDC: districts Planning and Land Development Regulation Act) and zoning the general powers confirmed in F.S. Ch. 166 (Home A. All words used in the present tense include 4 Rules Powers Act) and the Constitution of the State of the future; all words in the single number include
Florida. the plural and the plural the singular; the words standards design
“person,” “developer,” “occupant,” “lessee,” “build- 5 The purpose of the ULDC is to implement further the er,” and “owner” include a firm, corporation, or
Comprehensive Plan of the City by establishing regula- other corporate entity as well as a natural person. environment protection tions, procedures and standards for review and approv- The word “used” shall be deemed to include the al of all development and uses of land and water in the words “arranged,” “designed,” or “intended to be 6 City. Further, the ULDC is adopted in order to foster used,” and the word “occupied” shall be deemed landscaping and preserve public health, safety, comfort and welfare, to include the words “arranged,” “designed,” or & buffering and to aid in the harmonious, orderly, and progressive “intended to be occupied.” 7 development and redevelopment of the City. It is the in- tent of this ULDC that the development process in the B. In computing any period of time prescribed or & loading City of Panama City be efficient, in terms of time and allowed by this ULDC, the day of the act, event or parking 8 expense; effective, in terms of addressing the natural re- default from which the designated period of time source and public facility implications of proposed de- begins to run shall not be included. The last day of velopment; equitable, in terms of consistency with es- improvements the period so computed shall be included unless public tablished regulations and procedures, and show respect it is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday in which 9 for the rights of property owners, and the consideration event the period shall run until the end of the for the interests of the citizens of the City. next day which is neither a Saturday, Sunday or supplemental standards
legal holiday. When the period of time prescribed 10 The ULDC shall provide a cohesive blueprint for devel- or allowed is less than seven days, intermediate opment and redevelopment of the City by addressing Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays shall be ex- subdivision subdivision strategies to accommodate growth while maintaining cluded in the computation. of land neighborhood integrity; ensuring appropriate height 11 and site development requirements and design guide- C. Unless otherwise defined in this ULDC, words lines; ensuring appropriate transitions and linkages and phrases shall be construed according to the standards sign between different neighborhoods and uses; encourag- common and approved usage of the language. 12 ing more walkable neighborhoods; buffering neighbor- Technical words and phrases and such others as
hoods and existing development from the encroach- management may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate concurrency ment of incompatible uses; limiting the intensity of meaning in law shall be construed and under- 13 future development and redevelopment in a manner stood according to such meaning. that is consistent with current development patterns and that minimizes further negative impacts to the D. In the interpretation of an application of this nonconformities City’s infrastructure, traffic congestion, hurricane evac- ULDC, all provisions shall be liberally construed 14 uation clearance times and quality of life and imple- in favor of the objectives and purposes of the city and deemed neither to limit nor repeal other menting specific development or redevelopment goals enforce ment or plans that may be established for particular areas by powers granted under state statutes. 15 the City Commission or redevelopment that is provid- - ed by expressly authorized conditional use approval. E. In the event that any question arises concern- definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 101 - GENERAL Unified Land Development Code 1- 2 ing the application of regulations, performance stan- photograph(s), aerial photograph(s), survey(s), etc.] dards, definitions, development criteria, or any other to the Planning staff for their review and determina- 1 section provision of this Chapter, the Planning Director shall tion. This exemption does not apply to deviation be- general be responsible for interpretation and shall look to the yond the previous footprint unless the deviation is in City’s Comprehensive Plan for guidance. Responsibili- compliance with the new land development code. In
2 ty for interpretation by the Director shall be limited to addition, the resident will sign an affidavit that they admin.
processes standards, regulations and requirements of this Chap- are in compliance with their previous footprint(s) ter, but shall not be construed to include interpretation and that they will provide the same amount or greater of any technical codes, nor be construed as overriding of landscaping or screening around such (proposed) 3
review the responsibilities given to any commission, board structure(s) as their contribution to the neighbor- authority or official named in other sections or chapters of this hood’s aesthetics. (Approved: 10-27-2020; Ord. No. 2759) ULDC.
4 B. Previously approved development permits. Permits zoning zoning districts Sec. 101-4. - Applicability. Except as specifically pro- for approved projects that have not expired by the effec- vided for in this section, the provisions of this Unified tive date of this ULDC or any amendment must meet
5 Land Development Code shall apply to all develop- only the requirements of the Code in effect when the
design ment and redevelopment undertaken in the City. No development order was approved. If any building per- standards development or redevelopment shall be commenced, mit expires or is otherwise invalidated before the com- except in accordance with this Land Development mencement of construction, the proposed development 6 Code (ULDC). shall comply with the requirements of this ULDC and protection
environment any applicable amendments hereto. A. Exceptions. No newly adopted provisions of this
7 ULDC or any amendments shall affect the validity of C. Consistency with plan. Nothing in this section shall any lawfully issued and effective development order or be construed to authorize a development that is incon- & buffering landscaping landscaping building permit if: sistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. 1. The development order was issued within 6 8 Sec. 101-5. - Abrogation. This ULDC is not intended
parking months prior to the effective date of this ULDC or & loading to repeal, abrogate or interfere with any existing ease- any amendment thereto, or ments, covenants, or deed restrictions duly recorded in
9 2. The respective building permit was issued for the the public records of Bay County. public
improvements approved development order and is considered an Sec. 101-6. - Relationship to other laws. If any sub- active permit. ject of this ULDC is controlled by any other law, statute,
10 3. If a building permit is issued and the development ordinance or regulation, then that which imposes the standards
supplemental activity continues without interruption (except be- more stringent standard or requirement shall govern. cause of war, natural disaster, or acts of God) until Sec. 101-7. – No Duty to Enforce Private Covenants
11 the development is complete, then the development
of land of and Restrictions. This ULDC does not affect any pri-
subdivision shall be deemed vested. vate agreement or condition such as a deed restriction 4. Historic Neighborhood Exception. The City or covenant. Regardless of whether or not such private 12 sign shall allow residents of historic residential neigh- restrictions or covenants are less restrictive or impose a standards borhoods to rebuild their residential houses and ac- higher standard than the provisions of this ULDC, the cessory structures (including carports, decks, sheds City has no duty or right to enforce those private re-
13 and gazebos) on the prior footprint of such house or strictions or covenants. concurrency management accessory structure; provided, however, (i) such new Sec. 101-8. - Severability. This Land Development houses or accessory structures must meet current Code (ULDC) and its various articles, sections, sub- building codes and (ii) all new accessory structures 14 sections, provisions, and clauses thereof, are hereby must be of similar size and height as the accessory
nonconformities declared to be severable and, if any part is adjudged un- structures that pre-existed on the prior footprint. constitutional or invalid, the remainder of the ULDC The residents desiring to rebuild back (on the same 15 footprints) shall fill out a development order appli- shall not be affected thereby.
enforcement cation and provide supporting evidence [such as old
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development or redevelopment activities undertaken general
CHAPTER 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE within the City. 1 PROCESSES. Sec. 102-24. - Development review process. section processes admin. ARTICLE I. - IN GENERAL A. Developers shall comply with the following proce- dures: 2 Sec. 102-1. - Public purpose. The purpose of this 1. An application for development approval must be chapter is to set forth responsibilities and procedures obtained from the City, which shall be in the form authority review
for the administration of this Unified Land Develop- prescribed by the Director and shall be completed 3 ment Code. by the developer or the developer’s authorized agent. districts Sec. 102-2. - Applicability. 2. The completed application shall constitute a re- zoning A. Administrative procedures described in this chap- quest from the developer for development approval 4 ter shall apply to all development activities undertaken when submitted to the Director along with the site standards within the City, unless specifically excepted. plan requirements specified in section 102-28. design 5 B. It shall be unlawful to commence the clearing of land, B. Development review procedures are divided into excavations for, or the construction of any building or environment three primary reviews according to the purpose of the protection other structure, including accessory structures, or to
application. The review required for each type of de- 6 store building materials or erect temporary field offices, velopment is as follows: or to commence the moving, alteration, or repair (ex- landscaping & buffering cept necessary repairs, not affecting the external or par- 1. Less Than Minor Development Review. Less Than ty walls, chimneys, stairways or heights of buildings) of Minor Development Review requires approval by 7 any structure, including accessory structures, until the staff. Activities subject to Less Than Minor Develop-
Director has issued a development order for such work. & loading
ment Review are described in Section 102-25. parking C. The unlawful activity termed “clearing of land” in 8 2. Minor Development Review. Minor Development subsection (B) above shall not include general lot clear-
Review requires review by staff and approval of the improvements ing, removal of underbrush, or clearing of unprotected Technical Review Committee (TRC). Activities sub- public trees, as long as neither protected trees nor their root 9 ject to Minor Development Review are described in systems are cut, removed, or damaged during said pro- Section 102-26. cess. However, nothing contained in this definitional supplemental standards
clarification shall authorize any other unlawful activ- 10 3. Major Development Review. Major Development ities described above without a development order, Review requires review by staff and the Technical e.g., introducing “fill” to a tract as provided in F.S. § Review Committee, followed by a public hearing subdivision 380.04(2); modification of the contours of the land so of land before the Planning Board. Major Development 11 as to cause/increase erosion or untreated storm water activities must be approved by the Planning Board. runoff; or negatively impact native vegetation within a
Activities subject to Major Development Review are standards special treatment zone as provided in section 104-63.
described in Section 102-27. sign Additionally, “clearing of land,” as authorized herein 12 shall not authorize the owner or developer to avoid C. Table 1.02.1 contains a list of the types of applica- management the installation of a protective barrier around protect- concurrency tions and identifies the entities responsible for review- ed trees as required in Chapter 105 during the clearing 13 ing and issuing decisions on applications. process.
Secs. 102-3 - 102-22. - Reserved. (See Next Page) nonconformities 14 ARTICLE II. - DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCE-
DURES enforce ment 15
Sec. 102-23. - Purpose and intent. The purpose of this - article is to provide a uniform system for the review of definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES Unified Land Development Code 2- 2
Table 102-1: Types of Applications and Entities Responsible for Recommendation and Final Decisions 1 general Type of Staff1 TRT Planning City Application Board Commission 2 section admin. processes
Amendment to the Comp. Plan R R D 3
review Amendments to the ULDCs R R D authority Annexations R D
4 Appeal of Administrative Decisions R D zoning zoning districts Communication Towers R R* D* Development Agreements R R D 5
design Development Orders (Less Than Minor) D standards Development Orders (Minor) R D Development Orders (Major) R R D 6 Amendments to Development Orders D protection environment Expansion or Modification of Nonconformities R D
7 Subdivision Plats & buffering landscaping landscaping Preliminary Plats R R R D Final Plats R R R D 8 Replats R R R D parking & loading Minor Plats (5 lots or fewer) D
9 Permits (signs, docks, boat structures, grad- D public ing, lot clearing, etc.) improvements PUD R R R D Rezoning R R D 10 standards
supplemental Vacations (Easements, ROW, Plats) R R D Variances R D
11 Zoning Determination D of land of subdivision 1. Staff means the Planning Director and/or his/her staff D = Final Decision Authority 12
sign R = Recommendation plicant is encouraged to participate in a pre-appli- standards * Except for those approved administratively by staff cation meeting with appropriate city staff for CSP and the TRT, per Chapter 110, Section 110-42 applications. The applicant may begin plan review
13 by filing a regular site plan application and including applicable fees. concurrency
management Sec. 102-25. – Conceptual Site Plan (CSP) review.
A. Necessity for filing . 2. The TRT will review the CSP application for con- 14 1. While there is no requirement to file a Concep- formity with this chapter and other development
nonconformities tual Site Plan (CSP), all applicants have the op- regulations. The Planning Director or his/her des- tion to file a CSP to the Planning and Economic ignee will notify the applicant of the results of the
15 Development Department prior to submitting an review. The CSP will be considered as a separate doc-
enforcement application for regular Site Plan approval. The ap- ument to the regular site plan.
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B. Optional submittal. A CSP application shall include 1. Compliance with the general standards specified general
the following: in the application forms provided by the Planning 1 1. Conceptual site plan application. Department. section a. Statement of ownership of the proposed devel- processes opment, and the names, mailing addresses, email 2. Compliance with site plan requirements in Sec- admin. addresses, telephone numbers, and any project tion 102-29. 2 engineers, architects, planners or any others repre-
3. Compliance with other applicable standards as authority
senting the developer; review specified in chapters of this Unified Land Develop- 3 b. Legal description; ment Code. districts c. Current zoning designation; C. Additional information may be required for de- zoning
velopment activities in designated special treatment 4 d. Schematic representation of the proposed use, zones and overlays.
including building size, shape, and location on the standards site; D. Staff may issue development orders for Less Than design Minor Development activities, upon Staff review and 5 e. Schematic representation of vehicular and pedes- approval. environment trian circulation within the site, including drive- protection
ways, parking areas, and loading areas; Sec. 102-27. – Minor Development Approval Re- 6 view. landscaping
f. Schematic representation of storm water pond A. Activities subject to Minor Development review & buffering location(s); are: 1. Any residential development with a density of 7 g. Schematic representation of points of connection more than 5 units per acre. & loading
to the public rights-of-way; and parking
2. Any nonresidential development, whether or not 8 h. Other relevant features, as may be requested by in connection with a residential development, of 10 the city staff or provided by the applicant.
acres or less. improvements public Sec. 102-26. Less Than Minor Development Approv- 3. Any development in the Light Industry zoning 9 al Review. district, including distribution, storage and ware-
A. Activities subject to Less Than Minor Development housing facilities, of 10 acres or less. supplemental standards
review are: 10 1. Construction or renovation of an individual, sin- 4. Remodeling, renovation, expansion, or other gle-family, detached residence, duplex, triplex, or similar activity involving alterations or additions to subdivision subdivision
quadraplex on one lot or parcel; or mobile home; or an existing commercial or light industry structure of land the construction of an accessory structure on a lot or within the property lines on which the structure is 11 parcel with legal access. located. standards sign
2. Placement of a single factory-built manufactured 5. Any development involving telecommunication 12 home, as herein defined and according to the require- facilities that are designated as requiring approval by ments of the city’s manufactured housing standards city staff in Chapter 110. management concurrency set out in Chapter 110 on one lot or parcel. B. Criteria for review: 13 3. Remodeling, renovation, expansion, or other simi- 1. Compliance with the general standards specified
lar activity involving alterations or additions to an ex- in the application forms provided by the Planning nonconformities
isting residential structure within the property lines Department. 14 on which the structure is located. 2. Compliance with attendant concurrency require- enforce
4. “Signage activity” including the construction, loca- ments in Chapter 113. ment 15 tion, or installation of signs pursuant to Chapter 106. 3. Compliance with site plan requirements in Sec- - B. Criteria for review: tion 102-29. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES Unified Land Development Code 2- 4 4. Compliance with other applicable standards as b. Suitability of site conditions including topogra- specified in chapters of this Unified Land Develop- phy and soils and any site modifications necessary 1 ment Code. to accommodate the proposed development; general C. Additional information or impact assessment may c. Ingress and egress to roadways;
2 be required for development activities in designated section d. Drainage or storm water management;
admin. special treatment zones and overlays. processes D. Minor development orders may be issued by the e. Vehicular traffic, including on site parking;
3 TRC or the Director without further approval.
review f. Noise; authority Sec. 102-28. – Major Development Approval Re- g. Lighting; view. 4
zoning zoning A. Activities subject to Major Development review in- districts h. Public safety or potential public nuisance; clude: 1. Amendments to the text of this Unified Land De- i. Impacts on natural resources; and 5 velopment Code or the Official Zoning Map; design
standards j. Such other criteria deemed necessary by the Plan- 2. Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map ning Director or the Planning Board. amendments. 6 C. Additional information or impact assessment may protection environment 3. Any manufactured home subdivision develop- be required for development activities in special treat- ment. ment zones and overlays. 7 4. Any development in the Heavy Industry zoning D. Development orders may be issued for Major De- & buffering landscaping landscaping district. velopment activities only after review by the Director, review by the Technical Reviewer Team, and approval 8 5. Any commercial development over three stories by the Planning Board. Appeals to Planning Board de- parking & loading in height. cisions on Major Development activities shall be con- sidered by the City Commission.
9 6. Any development involving telecommunication public facilities that are designated as requiring approval improvements Sec. 102-29. - Development Order Approval Applica- by the Planning Board in Chapter 110. tions. A. Any application for development order approval 10 7. Any development activity which is not subject to
standards shall be submitted together with a site plan in accor-
supplemental Less Than Minor or Minor Development review. dance with the requirements of this section. The appli- B. Criteria for review: cation shall include: 11
of land of 1. The general standards specified in the application 1. Concurrency requirements set forth in Chapter subdivision forms provided by the Planning Department. 113;
2. Concurrency requirements set forth in Chapter
12 2. Site plan requirements set forth in Section 102-29; sign 103 and standards
3. Site plan requirements set forth in Section 102-30 3. Other applicable development standards as speci- 13 fied in other chapters of this Unified Land Develop- concurrency management 4. Other applicable development standards as speci- ment Code. fied in other chapters of this Unified Land Develop- ment Code.
14 B. Site plans or other information concerning requests for amendments to the comprehensive plan or unified nonconformities 5. An impact assessment shall address the following land development code shall be submitted on forms ap- issues: proved by the Planning Department.
15 a. Adequacy of public facilities and services to
enforcement serve the proposed development; C. In addition to the requirements outlined in subsec-
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tion A., Planned Unit Development (PUD) require- 2. The boundary lines and dimensions of the area general
ments are defined in Chapter 104 – Zoning Districts shown in the site plan including angles, dimensions, 1 and references; a north directional arrow; map scale; D. In addition to the requirements outlined in subsec- section and the proposed use of the lands; processes tion A., Plat requirements are defined in Chapter 111. admin. 3. A legal description of the site; the name, address, 2 Sec. 102-30. - Site plan and approval required. and telephone number of the owner, developer, and
A. The developer, or their authorized agent, shall sub- designer or contractor (if applicable); and the date of authority review
mit a minimum of 4 copies of the proposed site plan, site plan preparation. 3 drawn to an acceptable scale, to the Director. Except for Less Than Minor Development activities, all site plans 4. The existing and proposed grades, the drainage districts shall be certified by a land surveyor, landscape archi- and erosion control plan, and the proposed struc- zoning tect, architect, or engineer licensed by the State of Flor- tures with appropriate topographic contour inter- 4 ida, unless waived by the Director. In addition, a digital vals or spot elevations; standards version shall be provided for all AutoCAD-produced design 5. The shape, size, and location of all structures, drawings. 5 including the flood elevations; the floor area and
B. The site plan for signage activities shall include: ground coverage ratios, and the relative finished environment protection 1. A site plan sketch which depicts the relationship of ground and basement floor grades; the proposed sign to all significant sign conditions in- 6 6. Natural features such as wetlands, shoreline, lakes cluding setbacks, buildings, adjoining roadways, pro- landscaping or ponds, and protected trees; man-made features & buffering tected lands, protected trees, and other circumstances such as existing roads, sidewalks, walls, fences, or likely to be affected by the location, construction, or 7 other structures, indicating which are to be retained, erection of the sign; removed, or altered; the adjacent properties and & loading 2. The site plan shall also include a legal description of their existing uses; and land use designations; parking 8 the site; the name, address, and telephone number of 7. Proposed streets, driveways, sidewalks, and park- the owner of the property, the developer, the designer
ing facilities; vehicular turnarounds, curb cuts, and improvements
or contractor as the case may be; and the date of site public
loading areas; the location of solid waste recepta- 9 plan preparation. cles; the inside radii of all curbs; the width of streets, driveways, and sidewalks; the total number of avail-
C. The site plan for Less Than Minor Development -ac supplemental tivities shall include: able parking spaces specifying the type of construc- standards 10 1. A site plan sketch which depicts the relationship of tion with critical dimensions; and the ownership of the proposed sign to all significant sign conditions in- the various facilities; subdivision subdivision
cluding setbacks, buildings, adjoining roadways, pro- of land
8. The size and location of all existing and proposed 11 tected lands, protected trees, and other circumstances public and private utilities or easements; water and likely to be affected by the location, construction, or sewer tap locations; sewer clean outs and turns; and erection of the sign. standards
water meter types, sizes, and locations; and sign 12 D. The site plan for Minor and Major Development ac- 9. All proposed landscaping, landscaped buffers, and tivities shall include: management the dimensions and location of all proposed signs. concurrency 1. A vicinity sketch showing: the relationship of the 13 site to adjacent designated land uses and streets; lo- Sec. 102-31. - Review period. All applications for de- cation of the proposed development on the site (lot velopment approval shall be submitted to the Director. nonconformities or parcel), including driveways and parking; access to Required city staff and Technical Review Committee adjacent streets; % of the site to be covered by imper- reviews and subsequent recommendations shall be 14 vious surfaces; flood zones and base flood elevations, completed by the City within 30 days after the date spot elevations, and finished floor elevations, and en- the division is satisfied that the application contains enforce ment vironmental features including wetlands, shoreline all required information, except for affordable housing 15 vegetation or construction on submerged lands, if applications which may be completed within 25 days. - any, and the location of protected trees; Applications which are determined to be incomplete definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES Unified Land Development Code 2- 6 shall be promptly returned to the applicant. tions or codes.
1 Sec. 102-32. - Withdrawal of applications. Applica- C. Other permits required. In addition to obtaining a general tion for development approval may be withdrawn at development order from the City, the developer must any time prior to final action. Any fees or charges re- also obtain all other applicable permits or exemptions
2 quired for development review shall be forfeited by the as may be required by law. section
admin. applicant upon the withdrawal of an application. processes D. Issuance and validity of development orders. Sec. 102-33. - Fees and charges. The City Commis- 1. Upon the approval of a development, the applicant
3 sion may establish by resolution and periodically ad- shall have one year from the date of approval to begin review
authority just the schedule of fees or charges for development construction of the project. review. No development orders shall be issued until 2. Upon the approval of a Major development order, 4 all applicable fees and charges have been paid by the
zoning zoning the Planning Department shall within 10 days after districts applicant. the date of such approval send notification to the ap- Sec. 102-34. - Certifications. Unless waived by the Di- plicant advising the applicant that he or she has one 5 rector, all certifications of forms or materials required year from the date of the approval of the development design standards by the Unified Land Development Code must be com- to begin construction of the project. The notice shall pleted and affixed before the document or application be sent to the applicant at the address set forth in his
6 will be considered for development review. application or to the agent of owner who may have
protection filed the application on behalf of the owner. The -no environment Sec. 102-35. - Development orders. tice must state the expiration date of the one-year pe- A. Development orders may be issued by the Planning riod. If the expiration date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, 7 Director or his/her designee after review and approv- or other legal holiday, the expiration shall be extend- & buffering landscaping landscaping al of an application for a development order and may ed to the next working day. If the notice is returned be conditionally issued subject to project approval by to the department unserved, the notice shall never-
8 other governmental bodies having jurisdiction over theless, be deemed effective notice to the applicant, parking & loading the development. No building permits shall be issued unless the applicant or his or her agent has advised for a development until a development order has been the department, in writing, of a change in their ad- issued and all conditions satisfied pursuant to the pro- 9 dress before the notice was sent. If an applicant fails public visions of this Unified Land Development Code. to obtain his or her development order within the improvements one-year period, the approval shall become null and B. Development order requirements. The decision to void and the applicant or his or her successor in inter-
10 issue a development order shall be based upon the fol- est will have to reapply for a new development order. standards lowing requirements, including but not limited to: supplemental Payment of all attendant fees is a prerequisite of enti- 1. The proposed development must not be in conflict tlement to a development order. with or contrary to the public interest; 11 of land of 3. Unless otherwise specified in the development or- subdivision 2. Unless otherwise exempted, the proposed devel- der, a development order shall remain effective for a opment must be consistent with the Comprehensive period of 12 months from the date of issuance, except
12 Plan and the provisions of this Unified Land Devel- sign for those issued for docks and boat structures whose
standards opment Code; expiration date shall be concurrent with that of ap- 3. The proposed development must not impose a plicable regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over the 13 significant financial liability or hardship for the City; project, i.e., FDEP and the CORPS. Extensions may concurrency management be granted by the Director in the event the developer 4. The proposed development must not create an un- is unable to obtain other applicable permits (pursuant reasonable hazard or nuisance, or constitute a threat to subsection (c) above), and/or financing. 14 to the general health, welfare or safety of the City’s nonconformities inhabitants; 4. Notwithstanding the provision in subsection (3), if a development order is challenged (as defined by
15 5. The proposed development must comply with all Florida Statutes) by a third party adverse to both the
enforcement other applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, regula- City and the applicant for the development order in
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any legal proceeding, then the time period for com- completed development is in compliance with the general
mencement of the work authorized by such permit approved development order or development agree- 1 shall be tolled until the final disposition of that legal ment and shall authorize the building official to -is section proceeding challenging the development order. The sue a certificate of occupancy; processes final disposition of the legal proceeding challenging admin. the development order shall serve as the date of is- 2. If the completed development is rejected, the Di- 2 suance of the development order for the limited pur- rector shall provide written notice to the develop-
er and the building official describing the basis or authority
poses of determining the term of the development review
order as contemplated in subsection (3). circumstances upon which the development was 3 rejected. E. Development agreement. To provide flexibility and districts to insure that the intent of this Unified Land Develop- D. No certificate of occupancy shall be issued, nor zoning ment Code is satisfied, the City may enter into a de- shall the utilities or electric service be connected, nor 4 velopment agreement with a developer. Development acceptance of dedicated streets or easements be autho- rized until a certification of acceptance is issued by the standards agreements shall be governed by the provisions of F.S. design
§§ 163.3220—163.3243, as amended. Director. 5
Sec. 102-38. - Right of entry. The Director or the Di- environment Sec. 102-36. - Exceptions. No development order shall protection rector’s designated representative shall have the right
be required when: 6 1. A development order has been issued by the City to enter upon any public or private property at all rea- prior to the adoption of this Unified Land Develop- sonable times before, during or after the development landscaping & buffering ment Code and development has commenced and to inspect the improvement or premises to insure com- continued in good faith in reliance upon such order. pliance with this Unified Land Development Code. 7 Secs. 102-39.—102-40. - Reserved. 2. The development or redevelopment activity is in- & loading parking parking
cluded as part of a larger plan of development or a 8 Sec. 102-41. - Amendments to the comprehensive phased development for which a development order plan / zoning changes. is issued, pursuant to this Unified Land Development A. Requests for Plan Amendments / zoning chang- improvements Code. public es shall be submitted to the Planning Department on 9 Sec. 102-37. - Final site inspection and acceptance. forms to be provided by the City. The request shall
A. The construction of all developments shall comply be reviewed by the Planning Board which shall sub- supplemental mit recommendations to the City Commission for standards with all conditions of the development order and site 10 plan, or development agreement, if applicable. final action. Requests for Plan Amendments / zoning changes involving small-scale developments may be subdivision subdivision
B. Upon completion of the development, the developer considered by the Planning Board at any regular or of land shall provide a “notice of development completion” to special meeting in accordance with section 102-42. 11 the Director. The developer shall also provide the City with an as-built survey in a format specified by the Plan- B. Requests for small scale and large-scale Plan standards sign ning Department, and other certifications as required Amendments and the associated zoning changes will 12 by City departments. The Director or the Director’s be considered by the Planning Board after review by the Planning Department and public notice. Final ac- management designated representative shall, within 5 working days concurrency tion shall be taken by the City Commission in accor-
after receipt of such notice and required related docu- 13 mentation, conduct a final site inspection to ensure that dance with section 102-42. the development was constructed, in accordance with C. The Planning Department shall submit to the State nonconformities the approved development order or development agree-
and planning agency Plan Amendments approved by 14 ment. the City Commission for consistency review pursu- C. The Director shall, within 5 working days following ant to F.S. § 163.3184 and 163.3187. enforce ment a final site inspection, either accept or reject the com- D. The procedure for the amendment of the Compre- 15 hensive Plan shall comply with the requirements of pleted development. -
1. Upon acceptance, the Director shall certify that the F.S. Ch. 163. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES Unified Land Development Code 2- 8 E. The Planning Board shall not recommend approval cluding an increase in the maximum density allowed of a Plan Amendment / zoning change unless it makes within the zoning district; 1 a positive finding, based on competent evidence, on general each of the following: 2. Apply to any provisions for which the code specifi- 1. The proposed Plan Amendment / zoning change cally prohibits waiver or modification. 2 section will not degrade level of service standards estab-
admin. lished in the comprehensive plan, or minimum C. Supplemental application requirements. processes concurrency requirements; In addition to the general application requirements, the applicant shall provide a site plan of sufficient detail to 3 2. The proposed Plan Amendment / zoning change clearly identify the variance request, and an explanation review authority is in harmony with the general intent of the com- of how the variance is in accordance with the criteria of prehensive plan; section 102-42D. 4 zoning zoning
districts 3. The proposed Plan Amendment / zoning change D. Variance review criteria; city action. The Planning will not exceed traffic limitations, cause a fire -haz Board shall hold its public hearing and, after consider- ard, or create a hazard to the public health, welfare ation of the staff recommendation and public input, if 5
design and safety; any, may deny, approve or approve with conditions the standards application for variance, based upon its determination 4. Changes in land use designations or districts that the petitioner has demonstrated that the criteria
6 must be compatible with adjacent land uses and provided in the following subsections 1 through 5 have
protection districts, and one that will not become a potential been satisfied: environment nuisance. 1. That the requested variance maintains the basic
7 intent and purpose of the subject regulations, partic- Sec. 102-42. - Variance process. Any person desir- ularly as it affects the stability and appearance of the & buffering landscaping landscaping ing to undertake a development activity that does not City; comply with this Unified Land Development Code
8 may apply to the planning official for a variance to the 2. That the requested variance is otherwise compati- parking & loading bulk regulations. All variances shall be subject to re- ble with the surrounding land uses and would not be view and approval by the board of adjustment Plan- detrimental to the community; ning Board so long as the variance does not require an 9
public amendment to the comprehensive plan, is not express- 3. That the requested variance is consistent with, and improvements ly prohibited and is not a use variance. In addition, it in furtherance of, the goals, objectives and policies of is not contrary to the public health, safety, and welfare, the adopted Comprehensive Plan, as amended from
10 and is granted due to an unnecessary hardship to the time to time, and all other similar plans adopted by standards
supplemental property owner. the City;
A. Applicability. Variance requests that satisfy the cri- 4. That the plight of the petitioner is due to unique 11
of land of teria of section 102-42.D. are authorized from the fol- circumstances of the property or petitioner which subdivision lowing regulations and standards: would render conformity with the strict requirements 1. Height; of the subject regulations unnecessarily burdensome; 12
sign 2. Yards; and
standards 3. Off-street parking and loading; 4. Landscaping and buffers; 5. That the variance requested is the minimum vari- ance that is necessary to afford relief to the petitioner,
13 5. Separation of uses; 6. Lot coverage; while preserving the character, health, safety and wel- concurrency management 7. Such other provisions of the code which do not fare of the community. specifically prohibit such requests.
14 E. In granting any variance, the Planning Board may prescribe conditions and safeguards intended to miti- nonconformities B. The City shall not act upon any variance request that would: gate potential adverse impacts from the variance and to ensure that the intent and purpose of the code is
15 1. Allow a use that is specifically or by inference maintained. Violation of such conditions and safe-
enforcement prohibited in any zoning district classification, in- guards shall be deemed a violation of this Code.
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F. No variance shall supersede or abrogate the require- C. Effect of filing an appeal petition. The filing of an general
ments of flood damage prevention, or the requirements appeal petition shall stay the proceedings unless the 1 of the National Flood Insurance Program. administrative official rendering such decision, de- section termination, or interpretation certifies, in writing, to processes Sec. 102-43. Effect of Variance approval or denial. the board and the applicant that a stay would pose an admin. A. A variance shall run with land once established (i.e., imminent threat to life or property, in which case the 2 not expired or revoked). board shall not stay the appeal. The board may review authority
such certification and grant or deny a stay of the pro- review B. Whenever the Planning Board has denied a variance, ceedings. 3 the same shall not consider any further substantially equivalent request for variance on any part of the same D. Actions of the Planning Board. The Planning Board districts property for a period of twelve (12) months from the zoning shall consider the appeal petition at its next scheduled date of such action (or date of any final court order up- 4 meeting following receipt of all records concerning the holding denial of the variance), unless this restriction subject matter of the appeal which shall be held not is waived by a unanimous vote of the members of the standards less than 15 days and no more than 45 days after the design planning board present at the time of the vote. 5 appeal is filed. Upon the conclusion of the hearing, the Planning Board shall issue and publish its decision in
Sec. 102-44. Appeals. The Planning Board shall have environment the authority to hear and decide appeals from any de- writing (but in no event later than 30 days) and send a protection cision, determination, or interpretation by any admin- copy thereof to the petitioner. The board may reverse, 6 istrative official with respect to the provisions of this affirm, or modify the decision, determination, or in- landscaping Land Development Code. terpretation appealed from, and, in so doing, shall be & buffering deemed to have all the powers of the official or board 7 A. Initiation of Appeal. An appeal may be initiated by an from which the appeal is taken, including the power owner, applicant, or adjacent property owner aggrieved to impose conditions to be complied with by the pe- & loading or affected by any order, decision, determination, or in- titioner. The decision of the Planning Board shall be parking terpretation by an administrative official with respect to final and binding on all parties. 8 the provisions of this Unified Land Development Code so long as the appeal does not require an amendment E. Vote required. The concurring vote of at least three improvements public to the Comprehensive Plan, does not conflict with the members shall be necessary for the approval of an ap- 9 provision that expressly prohibits an action and does peal petitions. All decisions shall require the concur- ring vote of a majority of the members then present not constitute a use variance. supplemental and voting at a meeting having a quorum. standards 10 The appeal shall state the following: (1) The legal de- scription, address and project name (if applicable) that F. Appeal to the Planning Board. Any person or af- subdivision subdivision
pertains to the appeal. (2) The provisions of this ULDC fected party aggrieved by any decision of the Planning of land that pertain to the appeal with the administrative of- Board may appeal to the County Circuit Court or to 11 ficial’s interpretation, and the applicant’s interpretation a special magistrate , if designated as part of the city’s outlined. Reasons why the applicant believes the ad- appeal process. Such appeal must be filed no later than standards sign ministrative official’s interpretation is incorrect must be 30 days after the appeal hearing before the Planning 12 stated. Board. Review shall be by petition for writ certiorari,
and shall be governed by Florida law. management concurrency
B. Procedures. An appeal petition in the form pre- 13 scribed by the planning official must be filed with the Sec. 102-45. - Public notice process and participa- division within ten working days of the decision or ac- tion/due process. The purpose of this section is to set nonconformities tion to be appealed. The filing of such appeal petition forth the requirements and procedures for public no- will require the administrative official whose decision is tice requirements to afford due process of law. Public 14 appealed to forward to the division, within five working notice requirements shall be as follows:
days, any and all records concerning the subject matter A. Public notice requirements are mandatory for the enforce ment of the appeal. Failure to file such appeal shall constitute following actions taken by the City Commission, or 15 a waiver of any rights to appeal any interpretation or Planning Board (as applicable): - determination made by an administrative official. ( 1. Variance requests. Advertisement in the local definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 102 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES Unified Land Development Code 2- 10 newspaper at least 10 days prior to the hearing be- the receipts cannot be verified against the list of fore the Planning Board. Signage shall be placed recipients, this may be cause for delay of any ap- 1 on the parcel at least 10 days prior to the Planning
general plicable hearing. Board hearing. A public notice shall be mailed to surrounding property owners within a 300-foot ra- 3. Public notices may not be mailed prior to 30 2 section dius of the subject parcel and be postmarked at least days before the scheduled Planning Board hear-
admin. 14 days prior to the Planning Board hearing. processes ing. 2. Comprehensive plan map amendments and zon-
3 4. The public notice shall be in the format sup- ing requests (see sec. 102-55). Advertisement in the review plied by the Planning Department. authority local newspaper at least 10 days prior to the hearing before the Planning Board (the local planning agen- 5. The applicant shall use the most recent prop- 4 cy). Signage shall be placed on the parcel at least 10 erty appraiser data for determination of the mail- zoning zoning districts days prior to the Planning Board hearing. A public ing list for surrounding property owners. notice shall be mailed to surrounding property own-
5 ers within a 300-foot radius of the subject parcel,
design and shall be postmarked at least 14 10 days prior to standards the Planning Board hearing.
6 3. Vacations of rights-of-way (ROW) (see sec. protection
environment 109-44D). Signage shall be placed at each end of the ROW subject segment at least 10 days
7 prior to the first reading of the ordinance. If the & buffering landscaping landscaping vacation is an alleyway, a public notice shall be mailed to all property owners within the block
8 of the subject request. Other ROW vacation re- parking & loading quests shall require a public notice mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the segment.
9 All mailed notices shall be postmarked at least public
improvements 14 days prior to the City Commission hearing.
4. Development Order (DO). Development Or- 10
standards ders for Major Development Applications shall supplemental require public notice on the property and on the City website. Signage shall be placed on the 11
of land of parcel upon determination of the public hearing subdivision date. 12
sign B. Public notices also have the following require-
standards ments: 1. All public notice costs shall be borne by the
13 applicant. This includes, but is not limited to, concurrency management all costs incurred due to advertising in the local newspaper and postage.
14 2. All notices shall be mailed through the U.S. nonconformities Postal Service certified by the applicant, and such receipts shall be submitted to the Planning 15 Department with the list of recipients prior to enforcement the corresponding hearing for verification. If
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derstanding of past trends, present conditions, and general
CHAPTER 103. – REVIEW AUTHORITY forces at work causing changes in these conditions. 1 Such basic information and material may include
maps and photographs of man-made and natural processes Sec. 103-1. - Purpose. The following entities have au- physical features of the area concerned, statistics on admin. thority to enforce certain provisions of this Unified past trends and present conditions with respect to 2 Land Development Code. population, property values, economic base, land authority section
use and such other information as is important or review
Sec. 103-2. – Powers and Duties. likely to be important in determining the amount, 3 A. City Commission. The City Commission shall have direction and kind of development to be expected in final authority on the following matters: the area and its various parts. districts 1. To adopt and amend the comprehensive plan, in- zoning 4 cluding land use districts shown on the land use map, 3. Comprehensive planning. To prepare and recom- after a review of the recommendations of the Plan- mend to the City Commission a comprehensive and standards
ning Board; coordinated general plan for meeting present re- design quirements and such future requirements as may be 5 2. To adopt and amend the provisions of this Unified foreseen. To prepare and recommend amendments environment
Land Development Code after a review of the recom- to the Comprehensive Plan. protection
mendations of the Planning Board; 6 4. Planning principles. To recommend to the City 3. To approve, deny, or conditionally approve devel- Commission principles and policies for guiding ac- landscaping opment orders for development activities, after the tion in the development of the area. & buffering
review of City staff and upon the recommendation of 7 the Planning Board; 5. Zoning regulations. To prepare and recommend for adoption to the City Commission a zoning or- & loading 4. To approve the annexation of outlying areas into dinance and map for its political jurisdiction, and parking 8 the city, and to assign land use designations to an- to, from time to time, recommend amendments or nexed areas; supplements to the zoning regulations and districts improvements
adopted. public
5. To vacate or abandon public ways, including rights- 9 of-way and easements; 6. Other regulations. To prepare and recommend to
the City Commission other ordinances and resolu- supplemental 6. To approve development agreements as specified in tions promoting orderly development along the lines standards 10 F.S. § 163.3223; indicated in the Comprehensive Plan for the growth and improvement of the area.
7. Approve community redevelopment plans pursu- subdivision of land
ant to F.S. § 163.360(5); 7. Review of staff reports regarding proposed de- 11 velopment. To determine whether the staff reports 8. To take any and all other final action not otherwise
regarding a specific proposed development contain standards delegated to a board or to staff, which is deemed nec- sign
sufficient and appropriate findings of fact to deter- 12 essary and desirable to implement the provisions of mine the merits of a proposed development’s com- this Unified Land Development Code. pliance with the City Comprehensive Plan and Uni- management fied Land Development Code. concurrency
B. Planning Board –General provisions. The func- 13 tions, powers and duties of the Planning Board shall be 8. Public hearings. To conduct such public hearings as follows. as may be required to gather information necessary nonconformities 1. Established. The Planning Board is hereby desig-
for the drafting, establishment and maintenance of 14 nated and established as the local planning agency, the Comprehensive Plan, and such additional public pursuant to and in accordance with F.S. Ch. 163. hearings as deemed necessary. enforce ment 2. Collection and maintenance of information. To 9. Facility studies. To make, cause to be made or ob- 15 acquire and maintain in current form such basic in- tain special studies on the location, condition and - formation and materials as are necessary to an un- adequacy of specific facilities of the area. These may definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 103 - REVIEW AUTHORITY Unified Land Development Code 3- 2 include, but are not limited to, studies on housing, City, but not a board member. The presiding officer of commercial and industrial conditions and facilities, the Board shall be in charge of all proceedings before 1 parks, playgrounds and other recreational facilities, the Board, and shall take such action as necessary to general public and private utilities, and traffic, transporta- preserve order and integrity of all proceedings. tion, and parking.
2 4. Funding. The City Commission shall appropriate
admin. 10. Dissemination of information. To keep the gov- funds, at its discretion, to cover the fees and expenses processes erning body and the general public informed and necessary to discharge the functions of the Planning advised as to the foregoing matters. Board. In addition, the City Commission may estab- 3 section lish, by resolution, a schedule of fees to be charged for review
authority 11. Variances. The Planning Board shall have the petitions to the board. Subject to the fiscal practices duty and power to grant variances and hear and de- of the city, the board may expend all sums appropri-
4 cide appeals as provided for in this Chapter. ated and other sums available to it from fees, gifts, zoning zoning districts grants, or other sources, upon approval by the City 12. Other duties. To perform any other duties which Commission. may be lawfully assigned to it by the City Commis- 5 sion. design 5. Quorum and Procedure. No meeting of the Plan- standards ning Board may be called to order, nor may any busi- C. Planning Board– Other provisions. ness be transacted by such Board without a quorum 1. Membership Number. The Planning Board shall 6 of at least three members being present. The chairper- consist of five members, who shall be residents of protection son of the Board shall be considered and counted as a environment the City of Panama City, Florida, as now or herein- member and shall vote upon all actions requiring ap- after defined, appointed by the City Commission of
7 proval. The Chairperson of the Board may introduce the City. All Board members shall serve terms of 2 any motion for action before the Board. The Board & buffering landscaping landscaping years, with eligibility of reappointment. In addition, shall adopt rules for the transaction of its business the Planning Board shall have a representative of and shall keep a record of its activities.
8 the school board and the Naval Base as non-voting parking & loading ex-officio members. The concurring vote of at least 3 members shall be necessary to make a favorable recommendation to 2. Removal. Members of each board shall serve at
9 the City Commission regarding comprehensive plan
public the pleasure of the City Commission and without amendments, revisions to this Unified Land Devel- improvements compensation for services rendered. Any member opment Code, and development orders. All other ac- may be removed by the City Commission with or tions shall require the concurring vote of a majority
10 without cause. In the event any member is no longer of the members present at a meeting having a quorum standards a resident or is convicted of a felony or an offense in- supplemental volving moral turpitude, the City Commission shall 6. Public Meetings. All meetings of the Planning terminate the appointment of such person as a board Board shall be public meetings, and public partici- 11 of land of member. Should any member fail to attend three pation shall be encouraged in all matters before the subdivision consecutive, duly called meetings of the board, such Board. Meetings will be conducted at City Hall un- member’s appointment to the board shall be subject less otherwise specified by the City Commission. The 12 sign to termination by the City Commission. The Plan- Board may establish a schedule for regularly held standards ning Director shall give notice of the nonattendance meetings and shall provide public notice thereof prior of a member to the City Manager. Any vacancy in to any meeting.
13 membership shall be filled for the unexpired term by the City Commission. D. Planning Director. concurrency management 1. The Planning Director is responsible for the receipt, 3. Presiding Member. Annually, the Planning Board review and processing of all applications for rezoning, 14 shall each elect a chairperson and a vice-chairperson special use approval, project approval of preliminary
nonconformities from among the respective members of each board, subdivision plats and site plans, approval of final sub- and may create such other offices as necessary for the division plats, text amendments, and for applications
15 conduct of its affairs. The Board shall also appoint a for all permits required by this Code.
enforcement secretary, who may be an officer or employee of the
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2. The Planning Director is responsible for all admin- not corrected the violation within the specified time general
istrative activities related to the use or occupancy of period, a citation may be issued to the person who 1 land and buildings under this Development Code. has committed the violation. However, a reasonable
time period to correct a violation prior to issuing a processes 3. The Planning Director serves as the administra- citation is not required if the code enforcement offi- admin. tive staff person to the Planning Board and chairs the cer has reason to believe that the violation presents a 2 Technical Review Committee (TRC). serious threat to the public health, safety, or welfare, authority section
or if the violation is irreparable or irreversible. review 4. The Planning Director interprets the City’s Unified 3 Land Development Code and the City’s Comprehen- G. Naval Support Activity Panama City. sive Plan for the City. 1. The Naval Support Activity Panama City is re- districts sponsible for jointly monitoring all development zoning
E. Building Department. 4 activity within the City’s Military Influence Overlay 1. The Building Official/Inspector is hereby autho- District (MIOD) to ensure that it complies with the
rized, empowered and directed to regulate, determine standards
City’s MIOD, as addressed in Section 104-67 of this design and inspect any construction for compliance with all ULDC. 5 the State of Florida Building Regulations. Whenever
in his opinion, by reason of defective or illegal work environment in violation of a provision of these regulations and/ protection or the Florida Building Codes, the continuance of a 6 building operation is contrary to public welfare, he landscaping may order all further work to be stopped and may re- & buffering
quire suspension of work until the conditions in vio- 7 lation have been remedied. & loading 2. The Building Official/Inspector may employ- in parking spectors who are qualified by their knowledge, train- 8 ing and experience to make inspections and exam-
inations. The inspectors shall have the right to inspect improvements public
anything covered by the Florida Building Regulations 9 at such times as it may be deemed necessary to pro-
tect the public health and welfare. supplemental standards
3. The Building Official/Inspector shall conduct all 10 plans review and issue all building permits and cer-
tificates provided for by and in conformity with the subdivision of land provisions of this Code, upon payment of fees. 11
F. Code Enforcement Officer(s). standards
1. A code enforcement officer is authorized to issue a sign 12 citation to any person who, based upon personal in- vestigation, the officer has reasonable cause to believe management has committed a civil infraction in violation of the concurrency unified land development code. 13
2. Prior to issuing a citation, a code enforcement offi- nonconformities cer shall provide notice to the person that the person 14 has committed a violation of the code and shall estab- lish a reasonable time period within which the person enforce
must correct the violation. Such time period shall be ment 15 no more than 60 days. If, upon personal investigation, a code enforcement officer finds that the person has - definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 103 - REVIEW AUTHORITY Unified Land Development Code 3- 4 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 section review authority 4 zoning zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
City of Panama City, FL 16 definitions Uni ed Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4- 1 B. Boundaries of Zoning Districts. Zoning district CHAPTER 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS boundaries shall follow parcel lines, rights-of-ways, or natural feature boundaries. ARTICLE I. - IN GENERAL Sec. 104-5. - Neighborhood Districts. e Neighbor- hood Districts (Sec 104-36.1, 104-36.2 and 104-36.3) es- Sec. 104-1. - Public Purpose. e purpose of these tablish zoning districts for Panama City’s traditional zoning districts is to preserve, promote, and protect neighborhood areas, encouraging a mixture of uses the public health, safety, and welfare including aesthet- in a walkable form, and maintaining existing residen- ic qualities of life; to ensure adequate public facilities tial neighborhood areas. e Neighborhood Districts and services; to conserve and protect natural resources; implement key provisions of the Strategic Vision for and, to ensure the compatibility of adjacent land uses to Glenwood, Millville, and St Andrews as adopted by avoid nuisance conditions. City Commission in 2021. Sec. 104-2. - Applicability. Development within each A. e Neighborhood Districts (ND, NG, and NR) zoning district shall be consistent with the stated pur- may be requested for use in the Neighborhood Plans poses, allowable uses and development standards as study areas de ned for Glenwood, Millville, and St set forth in this Chapter, unless exempted, excepted, or Andrews. Petitioners may apply for rezoning to one of an allowed, nonconforming development. the Neighborhood Districts in these eligible areas. Sec. 104-3. - Land Use Categories. e Future Land Sec. 104-6—104-19. - Reserved. Use categories as established in the future land use ele- ment of the comprehensive plan shall be utilized in this ARTICLE II. ZONING DISTRICT ALLOWABLE chapter. ey are restated for convenience as follows: USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Land Use Categories Sec. 104-20. - Zoning Districts. e following zoning & buffering districts are hereby established for the purposes of provid- Preservation (P) ing land development standards. Recreation (REC) Symbol Zoning District Silviculture (SIL) (P) Preservation Public Institutional (P/I) (REC) Recreation Residential (R) (SIL) Silviculture Urban Residential (UR) (P/I) Public Institutional Urban Community (UC) (R-1) Residential-1 Mixed Use (MU) (R-2) Residential-2 Downtown District (DTD) (UR-1) Urban Residential-1 General Commercial (GC) (UR-2) Urban Residential-2 Industry (I) (MH-1) Manufactured Home-1 Residential Vested (RV) (MU-2) Mixed Use-2 Sec. 104-4. - Future Land Use Map. e boundaries and designations of Future Land Use categories shall be (MU-3) Mixed Use-3 as described or depicted in the future land use element (DTD) Downtown District of the comprehensive plan, or amendments thereto, and (StAD) St. Andrews District shown on the map entitled “Future Land Use Map of the City of Panama City, FL.” A copy of this map shall (MDTD) Millville Downtown District remain on le in the offi ce of the planning and land use (CHD) Cultural Heritage District division and shall be available for inspection by all in- (GC-1) General Commercial-1 terested persons during normal working hours. (ND) Neighborhood Downtown A. Property contiguous to water. Where property with- (NG) Neighborhood General in the City is contiguous to a body of water, the zoning (NR) Neighborhood Residential of such property shall apply to that area of submerged (GC-2) General Commercial-2 lands that are part of a submerged land lease or are within the boundary of the legal description of the par- (LI) Light Industrial cel at large. (HI) Heavy Industrial de nitions City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Uni ed Land Development Code 4 - 1A
e summary bulk requirements of each zoning district is identi ed in Table 104-1 (below) and described in detail in the following sections. 1 TABLE 104-1: Height, Bulk, Dimensional Summary general Maximum Minimum
2 Density - Maximum Floor Setbacks District Lot admin.
processes Dwelling Building Area Site Area Lot Width Front Side Rear Coverage Unit Height Ratio Yard Yard Yard
3 Residential review authority R-1 5.0/ac 60% 35' 6,000 sq. ft. 20' 20' 7' 25'
ts R-2 10.0/ac 50% 50' 3,000 sq. ft. 20' 20' 5’ 20' 4
4 section
stric
oning zoning zoning MH-1 10.0/ac 75% 15' 0.75 50' 15' 7' 15' districts
z
di Mixed Use 5 - 15' 5’ 20' design UR-1 15.0/ac 65% 80' 0.75 4,000 sq. ft. standards UR-2 30.0/ac 75% 120' 0.75 4,000 sq. ft. - 15' 5’/0’* 25' MU-2 10.0/ac 65% 65’ 0.65 - 15' 5’/0’* 20' 6 20' protection MU-3 20.0/ac 75% 65’ 0.75 - 15' 5’/0’* environment - DTD 60.0/ac 100% 150' 5.0 Current 0' 0' 0' 7 parcel size - & buffering landscaping landscaping StAD 35.0/ac 100% 125' 5.0 0' 0' 0' MDTD 35.0/ac 100% 60' 5.0 - 0' 0' 0' 8
parking CHD 25.0/ac 100% 60' 5.0 - 0' 0' 0' & loading
ND N/A 100% 4 stories + attic N/A No minimum - 0' 0' 0'
9 NG N/A 80% 3 stories + attic N/A No minimum - 0' 5' 10' public NR N/A 60% 2 stories + attic N/A No minimum 40' 7' 5' 15' improvements Commercial
10 GC-1 N/A 70% None 3 N/A - 15' 5’ 20' standards
supplemental GC-2 N/A 90% None 3 N/A - 15' 20'
Industrial 11 of land of
subdivision LI N/A 80% None 0.7 - - 25' 5' 25' HI N/A 80% None - - 25' 5' 25'
12 NOTE: Corner lots are subject to 20’ sign Special Purpose setback from both road r.o.w.s. standards P 0 5% 25' 0 N/A N/A 30' 30' 25'
13 REC 0 40% 25' 0.2 N/A N/A 25' 5’ 25' concurrency management SIL 1.0/20 ac 20% 50' 0.2 N/A N/A 25' 5’ 25' P/I N/A 90% None 0.7 N/A N/A 15' 5’ 10'/25' 14 Based on Based on Based on Based on Based on Based on Based on nonconformities PUD 1/ac district district district district district district district 15
enforcement * When a common wall is used in townhomes then a 0’ setback can be used.
16 City of Panama City, FL nitions de Unifi ed Land Development Code general 1 processes admin. 2 authority review 3 districts zoning 4 standards design 5 environment protection 6 Page Left Blank landscaping & buff 7 ering & loading parking parking 8 improvements public 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 defi section nitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4- 2 Section 104-21. Preservation (P) zoning district 1 general 2 admin.
processes The purpose of this zoning district is to pro- vide areas for the preservation and protection
3 of environmentally sensitive areas, land and
review water resources, and critical habitats. authority 4 section zoning districts 5 design standards A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned P:
6 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be 3. Minimum setbacks shall be: no greater than 0.05 (or 5%) of the total parcel i. A 30 foot undisturbed, vegetative buffer between protection environment area. Impervious surface may only be created any development activity and the jurisdictional for a purpose that will support passive recre- wetland line of the DEP or the U.S. Army Corps of 7 ational activities such as the development of a Engineers. & buffering landscaping landscaping boardwalk, parking lot requirements, or a na- ture observation point. ii. A 75 foot undisturbed, vegetated buffer between
8 any development and any streams or creeks. parking
& loading 2. Structures, except for observation towers, shall have a height limit of 25 30 feet.
9 B. The following uses are allowed in the P zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; public improvements 1. Uses which are strictly passive in nature, such as walking trails, observation points, open space, observation towers, and boardwalks. 10 standards
supplemental 2. Non-commercial nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
3. Water/sewer lines, lift stations, pump stations, and roadways only when necessary to connect existing or 11
of land of proposed developments located outside of the preservation category. The development of the aforementioned subdivision utilities and/or roadways shall follow the requirements of Conservation Element Policies 6.7.10, 6.7.11, and 6.7.12 of the Comprehensive Plan. 12 sign
standards 4. Residential uses for quarters owned or operated by the U.S. Department of the Interior or a state agency.
5. Limit parking to pervious surfaces with exceptions for that which is required by the Americans with Dis- 13 abilities Act. concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 3 Sec. 104-22. - Recreation (REC) zoning district. general 1 processes admin. 2 The purpose of this zoning district is to provide areas and sites for public recreation and park authority
space. review 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design 5 environment A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned REC: protection 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall 3. All structures shall have a maximum height 6 be no greater than 0.40 (or 40%) of the to- limitation of 25 feet above base flood eleva- landscaping tal parcel area. tion (BFE) or the crown of the adjacent roadway, & buffering whichever is higher. 7 2. The floor area ratio (F.A.R.) shall be no & loading
greater than 0.20 or 20%. parking 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: 8
i. 25 feet from the front parcel lines. improvements public 9 ii. 320 feet from the rear parcel lines. supplemental iii. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. standards 10 B. The following uses are allowed in the REC zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; subdivision subdivision
1. All uses allowed in the P zoning district. of land 2. Public or commercial uses such as playgrounds, splash parks, sports facilities, public marinas, boat 11 ramps, and other public active recreation uses.
3. Equestrian facilities and trails. standards sign 4. Sporting and recreational camps. 12 5. Public utilities, except for solid waste facilities and landfills. management 6. Commercial uses incidental or accessory to permitted uses above, such as retail sales of merchan- concurrency
dise to support a recreational activity. 13 7. Restaurants or cafes accessory to a park or preserve so long as the commercial use functions as a
subordinate or accessory use to the primary use. nonconformities
8. Commercial nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries. 14 9. Private recreation set aside for use of owners/residents in master planned developments.
C. Additional Requirements enforcement 15 1. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108.
2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as specified in Chapter 107. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 4 Sec. 104-24. - Silviculture (SIL) zoning district. 1 general
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas for active silvicultural and agricultural admin. processes production uses to include plants and animals, in addition to very low residential density uses. 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts 5 design standards A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned SIL:
6 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall crown of the adjacent roadway, whichever is higher.
protection be no greater than 0.20 (or 20%) of the to- environment 5. Minimum setbacks shall be: tal parcel area.
7 i. from the front parcel lines. 2. The floor area ratio shall be no greater 25 foot & buffering landscaping landscaping than 0.20 (or 20%). ii. 30 foot from the rear parcel lines.
8 3. The density shall be no greater than one iii. 5 7 foot from the side parcel lines. parking & loading dwelling units per 20 acres.
9 4. All residential-use structures shall have public
improvements a maximum height limitation of 50 feet above base flood elevation (BFE) or the 10
standards B. The following uses are allowed in the SIL zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; supplemental 1. Farming activities, including, but not limited to aquaculture, horticulture, floriculture, silvicul- 11
of land of ture, crop production, sod farms, and any and all forms of farm products and farm production. subdivision
2. Retail uses that are ancillary to the farming activities, including, but not limited to the sale of eggs, 12 sign honey, or hay where the product was grown on-site. standards
3. Single-family detached dwelling units, manufactured homes, and accessory dwelling units. 13 concurrency management 4. Public utilities. 14 5. Institutional uses and/or research facilities dedicated to agricultural education, provided such uses nonconformities are ancillary to the farming activities. 15 enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 5 Sec. 104-25. - Public/Institutional (P/I) zoning district. general 1 processes admin.
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas and sites for civic and community uses. authority review 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design 5
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned P/I: environment protection
1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: 6 be no greater than 0.90 (or 90%) of the to- i. 15 feet from the front parcel lines. landscaping
tal parcel area. & buffering
ii. from the rear parcel lines, except 7 2. The floor area ratio (F.A.R.) shall be no 10 feet when adjacent to a land use category that al- greater than 0.70 or 70%. lows for residential uses, then 25 feet is re- & loading quired. parking 3. No height limitation. 8 iii. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. improvements
B. The following uses are allowed in the P/I zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; public 9 1. Public or private schools, any age group.
2. Buildings and lands owned by a governmental agency. supplemental 3. Civic and community centers. standards 10 4. Houses of worship. 5. Public cemeteries. subdivision subdivision
6. Public utilities. of land 7. Borrow pits; landfills (if approved by the City Commission). 11 8. Hospitals, medical centers, and other health care facilities. 9. Nursing home, convalescent home, hospice center, skilled nursing facility, extended care standards sign facilities for the elderly, or other similar uses. 12 10. Residential uses which are incidental to a primary use such as a parsonage or caretakers management quarters. concurrency 11. Correctional institutions, after approval by the City Commission, and after compatibility 13 with adjacent uses has been determined. 12. Military installations. nonconformities 13. Public or non-commercial private recreational uses to include marinas and boat ramps. 14 C. Additional Requirements enforcement
1. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108. 15 2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as specified in Chapter 107. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Uni ed Land Development Code 4 - 6 Sec. 104-26. - Residential-1 (R-1) zoning district. 1 general
2 e purpose of this zoning district is to pro-
admin. vide areas for the preservation or develop- processes ment of residential neighborhoods consist- ing of detached single-family dwelling units 3
review on individual lots. authority 4 section zoning zoning districts 5 design standards A. e following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned R-1: 1. e impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall 2. Have a no greater than dwelling 6 density 5 units be no greater than 0.460 (or 460%) of the
protection to the acre. environment total parcel area. 4. Minimum setbacks shall be:
7 3. All structures shall have a maximum height i. 20 feet from the front parcel line
& buffering limitation of 35 feet above base ood eleva- landscaping landscaping from the rear parcel line tion (BFE) or crown of the adjacent roadway, ii. 30 25 feet whichever is higher. iii. 7 feet from the side parcel lines 8 iv. 20 feet from road side on corner lots parking & loading 5. Have a minimum lot size of 8,000 6,000 6. Have a minimum lot frontage of:
9 square feet for newly created lots. i. square or rectangular lot: 60 feet public
improvements ii. corner: 70 feet iii. cul-de-sac or corner: 20 feet
10 B. e following uses are allowed in the R-1 zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; standards supplemental 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels; 2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when 6 or fewer residents are located in a sin-
11 gle-family, residential dwelling provided that such homes are not located within 1,000 feet of one of land of
subdivision another and when the location of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and character of the area. Such use must be licensed by a state agency as listed in Section 419.001(1)(b) Florida Statutes. 12 sign 3. Public and private schools grades K-12. standards 4. Public or noncommercial private recreation. 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Chapter 110. 13 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas; concurrency management 7. Family day care homes pursuant to Section 125.0109, Florida Statutes; and 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns
14 C. Additional Requirements nonconformities 1. Provide off-street parking as speci ed in Chapter 108.
15 2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as speci ed in Chapter 107. enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL nitions de Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 7
Sec. 104-27. - Residential-2 (R-2) zoning district. general 1 processes admin. 2 Thepurpose of this zoning district is to provide for the preservation or development of residen- authority
tial neighborhoods consisting of dwelling units review
which may be attached or detached structures. 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design 5
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as R-2: environment 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no greater than as a whole and not each indivudal unit; and protection
0.65 (or 65%) of the total parcel area. 6 b. The structure has multiple units under one roof and individ- 2. Have a density no greater than 10 dwelling units to the acre. ual ownership for each unit, side setbacks may be decreased to landscaping
0 feet only when there is a common wall between units. & buffering 3. All structures shall a maximum height limitation of 50 feet
above base flood elevation (BFE) or the crown of the road 5. Have a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet for detached 7 whichever is higher. single-family structures. A minimum lot size of 3,000 square feet shall be required for duplex, triplex, quadraplex, or other 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: & loading
semi-detached row house-type structure with a common wall. parking i. 20 feet from the front parcel lines. 6. Minimum lot frontage of: 8 ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel lines, except when i. Detached Structures: adjacent to a land use category that allows for residential
a. square or rectangular lot: 50 feet improvements uses, then 25 feet is required. b. corner: 60 feet public iii. 5 feet from the side parcel lines when: c. cul-de-sac or corner: 20 feet 9 5. The structure contains multiple units under the same ii. Attached Structures:
a. 20 feet supplemental
ownership; the side setback shall be from the footprint of the standards
building 10 B. The following uses are allowed in the R-2 zoning district; all other uses are prohibited;
1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels; subdivision of land
2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when 6 or fewer residents are located in a single-family, 11 residential dwelling provided that such homes are not located within 1,000 feet of one another and when
the location of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and character of the area. Such use standards sign
must be licensed by a state agency as listed in Section 419.001(1)(b) Florida Statutes. 12 3. Public and private schools grades K-12. 4. Public or noncommercial private recreation. management concurrency 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Chapter 110. 13 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas; 7. Family day care homes pursuant to Section 125.0109, Florida Statutes; nonconformities 8. Duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, etc. 14
C. Additional Requirements enforcement 15 1. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108.
2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as specified in Chapter 107. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 8 Sec. 104-28. - Manufactured Home-1 (MH-1) zoning district. 1 general
Thepurpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas for manufactured home subdivisions and admin.
processes parks. 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts
5 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as MH-1: design standards 1. Theim pervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no ii. For homes located within a manufactured home greater than 0.75 (or 75%) of the total parcel area. park shall be:
6 2. Have a density no greater than 10 dwelling units a. 25 feet from any property line.
protection b. 20 feet between units or structures when
environment to the acre. oriented long side (length) by long side. 3. All structures shall have a maximum height lim- c. 6 feet between units or structures when ori- 7 itation of 15 feet above base flood elevation (BFE) ented short end to short end (width). & buffering landscaping landscaping or the crown of the road whichever is higher. d. 8 feet between units or structures when ori- 4. Minimum setbacks: ented long side to short end. 8 i. 20 feet from the front parcel lines.
parking 5. Individual lots in manufactured home subdivi- & loading i. For individual lots shall be: sions shall have a minimum lots size requirement a. 15 feet from the front parcel line. of 4,000 square feet. 9 b. 15 feet from the rear parcel line. public
improvements c. 7 feet from the side parcel line. 6. Minimum lot width of 50 feet.
B. The following uses are allowed in the MH-1 zoning district; all other uses are prohibited; 10 1. Manufactured home subdivisions, manufactured home parks, and single family homes. standards supplemental 2. Existing, grand fathered mobile homes, as specified in Chapter 105, Article VII. 3. Community residential homes shall be allowed when 6 or fewer residents are located in a single-family, resi-
11 dential dwelling provided that such homes are not located within 1,000 feet of one another and when the loca- of land of
subdivision tion of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and character of the area. Such use must be licensed by a state agency as listed in Section 419.001(1)(b), Florida Statutes. 4. Public or non-commercial private recreation. 12 sign 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Sec. 110-2 and Sec. 110-4. standards 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas. 7. Family day care homes pursuant to Section 125.0109, Florida Statutes.
13 C. Additional Requirements concurrency management 1. Locate ingress and egress to minimize traffic impacts to adjacent neighborhoods. 2. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108.
14 3. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as specified in Chapter 107.
nonconformities 4. Manufactured housing dwelling units shall conform to the requirements of the National Manufactured Home Con- struction and Safety Standards as administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or conform to the requirements of the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, and bear such insignia. 15 5. Development within this zoning district shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 109, Infrastructure and Public
enforcement Improvements.
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 -9 Sec. 104-29. - Urban Residential -1 (UR-1) zoning district. general 1 processes admin. Thepurpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 for the efficient use of land by allowing medi- um-density residential development and neigh- authority
borhood commercial uses within the same vi- review
cinity. 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as UR-1: 5 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall the following: environment be no greater than 0.65 (or 65%) of the total protection (1) 3 feet of height for every one foot of addition- parcel area. 6 al side lot setback. landscaping 2. The floor area ratio (F.A.R.) shall be no (2) Not to exceed 10 feet of height for each public & buffering
greater than 0.75 or 75%. access lane having a minimum width of 10 feet 7 to the estuary, if applicable, plus 5 feet of height, 3. Have a density no greater than 15 dwelling if maintained by the developer in perpetuity and & loading units to the acre. recommended by the Planning Board and ap- parking 8 proved by the City Commission. 4. Height. No structure nor any part thereof shall exceed a vertical height of 80 feet from improvements
(3) 5 feet of height for appropriate use of low wa- public the pre-construction ground elevation of the ter demand plants in all required buffer or land- 9 site to the ceiling of the highest habitable unit, scaped areas.
plus 25 feet for roof and mechanical eleva- supplemental tions, provided the ground floor elevation is standards (4) 5 feet of height for the use of drip irrigation 10 above the base flood elevation as determined or other low water use methods, i.e., wastewater or by a Florida Registered Surveyor. Where the gray water irrigation. subdivision subdivision
site has various elevations, the height of the of land structure shall be measured from the base (5) 10 feet of height for projects designed so as to 11 flood elevation of the site or the averaged site provide a varied skyline to provide for light and
elevation, whichever is greater. wind dynamics on adjacent properties and natural standards sign i. Height limit exception. The height limit systems. 12 of 80 feet may be exceeded if certain build- management
(6) Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a concurrency ing and construction criteria are met, if rec-
combination of unusual and unique architectural 13 ommended by the Board of Architects and features; shoulder buildings below the maximum approved by the City Commission. Under no
allowable height, public amenities associated with nonconformities circumstances shall the height of the structure grounds or structures having public accessibility, exceed 110 feet from the pre-construction 14 but only if recommended by the Planning Board ground elevation to the ceiling of the highest and approved by the City Commission. habitable unit, plus 25 feet for roof and me- enforcement
chanical elevations. (7) Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a combina- 15 a. Height enhancement criteria shall include tion of the following, but only if recommended by the Planning Board and approved by the City Commission: definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 10 Sec. 104-29. - Urban Residential -1 (UR-1) (Continued). i. Donation of environmentally sensitive lands to the nature and character of the area. Such use must be licensed
1 city, subject to a conservation easement in perpetuity; by a state agency as listed in F.S. § 419.001(1)(b). 3. Public
general and private schools grades K—12. ii. Donation of land of known archeological or historic value to the city, subject to a conservation easement in 4. Public or non-commercial private recreation. 2 perpetuity; admin.
processes 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in chapter 104, iii. Dedication of public space; articles IV and V. 3
review iv. Public landscaping and maintenance off site; and (v) 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas. authority v. Saving champion or heritage trees, or green area ded- 7. Family day care homes pursuant to F.S. § 125.0109. 4 section ication to the public. zoning
districts 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns, not to exceed six rental rooms; 5. Minimum setbacks. 9. Attached dwellings; 5 i. For those developments with only a residential use design
standards shall be: 10. Multi-family structures up to 15 dwelling units per acre; a. 20 feet from the front parcel line. 11. Neighborhood-scale commercial uses, not to exceed 6 20,000 square feet of heated and cooled space in size per protection b. 20 feet from the rear parcel line. environment parcel. Such uses may include: c. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. i. Professional office and personal services. 7 ii. Private child care or day care for children. & buffering landscaping landscaping d. Side setbacks may be decreased to 0 feet only when there is a common wall between units. iii. Commercial recreational facilities.
8 iv. Grocery and convenience retail including, but not lim- parking ii. For those developments that include a nonresidential & loading ited to, beauty parlor, barber shop, laundromat, dry clean- use which is adjacent to residential uses shall be: er, and other retail establishments meant to serve the im-
9 a. 20 feet from the front parcel line.
public mediate vicinity. b. 30 feet from the rear parcel line. improvements c. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. v. Athletic clubs, dance or music studios. vi. Food establishments without a drive-through window. 10 6. Minimum Lot Size. standards
supplemental i. Single-family detached housing minimum lot size of vii. Other similar uses serving the neighborhood area. 4,000 square feet.
11 C. Additional Requirements.
of land of ii. Duplex, triplex, or quadraplex, or other semi-de- subdivision tached row house-type structure with a common wall 1. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108. must have a minimum lot size of 3,000 square feet. 12 sign 2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirments standards B. The following uses are allowed in UR-1 zoning dis- as specified in Chapter 107. trict; all other uses are prohibited:
13 3. No more than 15% of this zoning district, in combina- concurrency management 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual par- tion with the UR-2 zoning district, may be used for neigh- cels; borhood commercial uses. This analysis shall be made on a
14 continuous basis and shall be assessed on a city-wide basis. 2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when nonconformities six (6) or fewer residents are located in a single-family, 4. Locate ingree and egress to minimize traffic impacts to residential dwelling provided that such homes are not adjacent neighborhoods. 15 located within 1,000 feet of one another and when the enforcement location of such homes does not substantially alter the
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 11 Sec. 104-30. - Urban Residential -2 (UR-2) zoning district. general 1 processes The purpose of this zoning district is to pro- admin. 2 vide for the efficient use of land by combin- ing high-density residential development and authority
neighborhood commercial uses within the same review
development. 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as UR-2: 5 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall the following: environment be no greater than 0.75 (or 75%) of the total protection (1) 3 feet of height for every one foot of addition- parcel area. 6 al side lot setback. landscaping 2. The floor area ratio (F.A.R.) shall be no (2) Not to exceed 10 feet of height for each public & buffering
greater than 0.75 or 75%. access lane having a minimum width of 10 feet 7 to the estuary, if applicable, plus 5 feet of height, 3. Have a density no greater than 30 dwelling if maintained by the developer in perpetuity and & loading units to the acre. recommended by the Planning Board and ap- parking 8 proved by the City Commission. 4. Height. No structure nor any part thereof shall exceed a vertical height of 120 feet from (3) 5 feet of height for appropriate use of low wa- improvements public
the pre-construction ground elevation of the ter demand plants in all required buffer or land- 9 site to the ceiling of the highest habitable unit, scaped areas.
plus 25 feet for roof and mechanical eleva- supplemental tions, provided the ground floor elevation is standards
(4) 5 feet of height for the use of drip irrigation 10 above the base flood elevation as determined or other low water use methods, i.e., wastewater or by a Florida Registered Surveyor. Where the gray water irrigation. subdivision subdivision
site has various elevations, the height of the of land structure shall be measured from the base (5) 10 feet of height for projects designed so as to 11 flood elevation of the site or the averaged site provide a varied skyline to provide for light and
elevation, whichever is greater. wind dynamics on adjacent properties and natural standards sign i. Height limit exception. The height limit of systems. 12 120 feet may be exceeded if certain building
(6) Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a management and construction criteria are met, if recom- concurrency
combination of unusual and unique architectural 13 mended by the Board of Architects and ap- features; shoulder buildings below the maximum proved by the City Commission. Under no allowable height, public amenities associated with circumstances shall the height of the structure nonconformities grounds or structures having public accessibility, exceed 150 feet from the pre-construction 14 but only if recommended by the Planning Board ground elevation to the ceiling of the highest and approved by the City Commission.
habitable unit, plus 25 feet for roof and me- enforcement
chanical elevations. (7) Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a combina- 15 a. Height enhancement criteria shall include tion of the following, but only if recommended by the Planning Board and approved by the City Commission: definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 12 Sec. 104-30. - Urban Residential -2 (UR-2) (Continued). i. Donation of environmentally sensitive lands to the 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in chapter 104,
1 city, subject to a conservation easement in perpetuity; articles IV and V. general ii. Donation of land of known archeological or historic 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas. value to the city, subject to a conservation easement in 2 perpetuity; 7. Family day care homes pursuant to F.S. § 125.0109. admin. processes iii. Dedication of public space; 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns, not to exceed six rental rooms; 3 iv. Public landscaping and maintenance off site; and (v) 9. Attached dwellings; review authority v. Saving champion or heritage trees, or green area ded- 10. Multi-family structures up to 30 dwelling units per acre; 4 section ication to the public. 11. Neighborhood-scale commercial uses, not to exceed zoning districts 5. Minimum setbacks. 20,000 square feet of heated and cooled space in size per parcel. Such uses may include:
5 i. For those developments with only a residential use
design shall be: i. Professional office and personal services. standards ii. Private child care or day care for children. a. 15 feet from the front parcel line.
6 iii. Commercial recreational facilities.
protection b. 20 feet from the rear parcel line.
environment iv. Grocery and convenience retail including, but not lim- ited to, beauty parlor, barber shop, laundromat, dry clean- c. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. 7 er, and other retail establishments meant to serve the im- & buffering landscaping landscaping d. Side setbacks may be decreased to 0 feet only mediate vicinity. when there is a common wall between units. v. Athletic clubs, dance or music studios. 8
parking ii. For those developments that include a nonresidential vi. Food establishments without a drive-through window. & loading use which is adjacent to residential uses shall be: vii. Other similar uses serving the neighborhood area. a. 15 feet from the front parcel line. 9
public b. 30 feet from the rear parcel line.
improvements C. Additional Requirements. c. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. 1. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108.
10 6. Minimum Lot Size of 3,000 square feet. standards
supplemental 2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirments B. The following uses are allowed in UR-2 zoning dis- as specified in Chapter 107. trict; all other uses are prohibited: 11 of land of
subdivision 3. No more than 15% of this zoning district, in combina- 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual par- tion with the UR-2 zoning district, may be used for neigh- cels; borhood commercial uses. This analysis shall be made on a 12 sign continuous basis and shall be assessed on a city-wide basis. standards 2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when six (6) or fewer residents are located in a single-family, 4. Locate ingree and egress to minimize traffic impacts to
13 residential dwelling provided that such homes are not adjacent neighborhoods. concurrency management located within 1,000 feet of one another and when the location of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and character of the area. Such use must be li- 14 censed by a state agency as listed in F.S. § 419.001(1)(b). nonconformities
3. Public and private schools grades K—12. 15
enforcement 4. Public or non-commercial private recreation.
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 1311 Sec. 104-31. - Mixed Use-1 (MU-1) zoning district. general 1 processes The purpose of this zoning district is to admin. 2 pro-vide areas for existing residential develop-ment. authority review
This zoning district is rolled under the revised 3 Residential-1 (R-1) zoning district. section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design 5 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to B. Development on parcels designated as Mixed
property zoned as MU-1: Use-1 (MU-1) on the zoning map shall: environment protection
1. All structures shall have a maximum height 1. Have a density no greater than five dwelling 6 limitation of 35 feet above base flood eleva- units to the acre. landscaping tion (BFE) or the crown of the adjacent road- & buffering
way, whichever is higher. 2. Have a minimum lot size of no less than 7,500 7 2. The impervious surface ratio shall be no square feet. & loading
greater than 0.50 (or 50%) of the total parcel parking
area. 3. Provide off-street parking as specified in 8 chap-ter 105, article V. 3. The floor area rtio shall be no greater than improvements
0.75 or 75%. 4. Have a minimum lot frontage of: public 9 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: i. Square or rectangular lot: 75 feet i. 25 feet from the front parcel line. supplemental ii. Corner: 100 feet standards ii. 25 feet from the rear parcel line. 10 iii. 7 feet from the side parcel lines. iii. Cul-de-sac or corner: 20 feet subdivision subdivision of land C. The following uses are allowed in the MU-1 zoning district; all other uses are prohibited. 11
1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels; standards sign
2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when six (6) or fewer residents are located in a single-family, 12 residential dwelling provided that such homes are not located within 1,000 feet of one another and when the loca- management
tion of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and character of the area. Such use must be licensed by concurrency
a state agency as listed in F.S. § 419.001(1)(b). 13 3. Public and private schools grades K—12.
4. Public or non-commercial private recreation. nonconformities 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in chapter 104, articles IV and V. 14 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas. 7. Family day care homes pursuant to F.S. § 125.0109. enforcement 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns, not to exceed six rental rooms; 15 D. After the effective date of this regulation, no new single-family detached residential development on
indi-vidual lots shall be designated as MU-1. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 14 Sec. 104-31. - Mixed Use-2 (MU-2) zoning district. 1 general
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas for medium- to high-density admin.
processes residential development, in combination with professional offices, educational, and low-
3 intensity, neigh-borhood commercial uses. review authority 4 section zoning districts
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to 5 property zoned as MU-2: design of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and standards 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no character of the area. Such use must be licensed by a state greater than 0.65 (or 65%) of the total parcel area. agency as listed in Section 419.001(1)(b) Florida Statutes. 6 3. Public and private schools grades K-12.
protection 2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 0.65 environment 4. Public or noncommercial private recreation. or 65%. 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Chapter 104, 7 3. Have a density no greater than 10 dwelling Article IV and V. & buffering landscaping landscaping units to the acre. 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas; 7. Family day care homes pursuant to Section 125.0109,
8 4. All structures shall a maximum height limita- Florida Statutes; parking & loading tion of 65 feet above base flood elevation (BFE) or 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns; the crown of the road whichever is higher. 9. Attached dwellings, up to 4 units attached.
9 10. Multi-family structures up to 15 dwelling units per acre. public 5. Minimum setbacks shall be: improvements 11. Neighborhood-scale commercial uses, not to exceed i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. 20,000 square feet of heated and cooled space in size per ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel line. parcel. Such uses may include: 10 iii. 5 feet from the side parcel lines.
standards i. Professional office and personal services. supplemental iv. Side setbacks may be decreased to 0 feet ii. Private child care or day care for children. only when there is a common wall between units.
11 iii. Commercial recreational facilities. of land of subdivision 6. Properties adjacent to an R-1 or R-2 zoning dis- iv. Grocery and convenience retail including, but not trict shall be setback a minimum shall be setback limited to, beauty parlor, barber shop, laundromat, dry
12 a minimum of:
sign cleaner, and other retail establishments meant to serve
standards i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. the immediate vicinity. ii. 30 feet from the rear parcel line. v. Athletic clubs, dance or music studios. iii. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. 13 vi. Food establishments without a drive-through win- concurrency management B. The following uses are allowed in the MU-2 dow. zoning district; all other uses are prohibited: vii. Other similar uses serving the neighborhood area. 14 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels; 12. Uses with drive-through structural components, except
nonconformities 2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when 6 for those uses associated with a restaurant business. or fewer residents are located in a single-family, residen- 13. Retail business.
15 tial dwelling provided that such homes are not located
enforcement within 1,000 feet of one another and when the location
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C. Additional Requirements (continued) general 1 1. No more than 70% of this zoning district, in combination with the MU-3 zoning districts, may be used for commer- processes admin.
cial, and 50% for low density residential uses. This analysis 2 shall be made on a continuous basis and shall be assessed district wide. Individual projects that contain a mix of two or authority more uses shall be exempt from the percentages. review 3
2. Locate ingress and egress to minimize traffic impacts to section districts adjacent neighbrhoods. zoning 4 3. Provide off-street parking, as specified in Chapter 108. standards design
4. Conform to the landscaping and buffer requirements as 5 specified in Chapter 107. environment protection 6 landscaping & buffering 7 & loading parking parking 8 improvements public 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 16 Sec. 104-32. - Mixed Use-3 (MU-3) zoning district. 1 general
Thepurpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas for medium- to high-density residential admin.
processes development, in combination with professional offices, educational, and low-intensity, neigh-
3 borhood commercial uses. review authority 4 section zoning districts
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to 5 property zoned as MU-3: design standards 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no of such homes does not substantially alter the nature and greater than 0.75 (or 75%) of the total parcel area. character of the area. Such use must be licensed by a state 6 agency as listed in Section 419.001(1)(b) Florida Statutes. protection
environment 2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 0.75 3. Public and private schools grades K-12. or 75%. 4. Public or noncommercial private recreation.
7 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Chapter 104, 3. Have a density no greater than 20 dwelling units & buffering landscaping landscaping Article IV and V. to the acre. 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas;
8 7. Family day care homes pursuant to Section 125.0109,
parking 4. All structures shall a maximum height
& loading Florida Statutes; limitation of 65 feet above base flood elevation 8. Bed and Breakfast Inns; (BFE) or the crown of the road whichever is higher .
9 9. Attached dwellings, up to 4 units attached. public
improvements 5. Minimum setbacks shall be: 10. Multi-family structures up to 15 dwelling units per acre. i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. 11. Neighborhood-scale commercial uses, not to exceed ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel line. 20,000 square feet of heated and cooled space in size per 10
standards iii. 5 feet from the side parcel lines. parcel. Such uses may include: supplemental iv. Side setbacks may be decreased to 0 feet only i. Professional office and personal services. when there is a common wall between units. ii. Private child care or day care for children. 11 of land of
subdivision 6. Properties adjacent to an R-1 or R-2 zoning dis- iii. Commercial recreational facilities. trict shall be setback a minimum shall be setback iv. Grocery and convenience retail including, but not
12 a minimum of: limited to, beauty parlor, barber shop, laundromat, dry sign
standards i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. cleaner, and other retail establishments meant to serve ii. 30 feet from the rear parcel line. the immediate vicinity.
13 iii. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. v. Athletic clubs, dance or music studios. concurrency management B. The following uses are allowed in the MU-2 vi. Food establishments without a drive-through win- zoning district; all other uses are prohibited: dow.
14 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels; vii. Other similar uses serving the neighborhood area.
nonconformities 2. Community residential homes shall be allowed when 6 12. Uses with drive-through structural components, except or fewer residents are located in a single-family, residen- for those uses associated with a restaurant business.
15 tial dwelling provided that such homes are not located 13. Retail business.
enforcement within 1,000 feet of one another and when the location
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C. Additional Requirements. 1
1. No more than 70% of this zoning district, in combination processes with the MU-3 zoning districts, may be used for commercial, admin. and 50% for low density residential uses. This analysis shall 2 be made on a continuous basis and shall be assessed district authority wide. Individual projects that contain a mix of two or more review uses shall be exempt from the percentages. 3
2. Locate ingress and egress points to minimize traffic im- section districts pacts to adjacent neighborhoods. zoning 4
3. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108. standards design
4. Conform to the landscaping and buffer requirements as 5 specified in Chapter 107. environment protection 6 landscaping & buffering 7 & loading parking parking 8 improvements public 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL REVISED Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 18 Sec. 104-33. - Downtown District (DTD) zoning district. The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for 1 the vitality of downtown Panama City as a safe, walk- general able community of business, residential, commer- cial, cultural, government, public institutional, light
2 industrial, and entertainment uses, including public
admin. green spaces and recreational access to the waterfront, processes while protecting the environment and enhancing the quality of life. These zoning standards implement 3 key provisions of the Strategic Vision for Downtown, review authority established as part of the City’s Long Term Recovery Plan. To encourage and promote economic growth 4 section and redevelopment downtown, higher residential zoning districts density and non-residential intensities may be achiev- able within the Downtown District through develop- criteria are met and approved by the City Com-
5 ment bonuses. The zoning standards herein shall not mission. Under no circumstances shall the height design
standards apply to any owner of a property located in the DTD of the structure exceed 150 feet from the ground that has applied for or received a Development Order floor to the ceiling of the highest habitable unit, or Development Agreement, prior to the adoption plus 25 feet for roof and mechanical appliances. 6 of this ordinance. These owners will remain subject protection
environment to the requirements of such applied for or received iii. Height enhancement criteria shall include the Development Order or Development Agreement. following: 7 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to a. 3 feet of height for every foot of additional & buffering landscaping landscaping property zoned as DTD: side lot setback. 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no
8 greater than 1.0 (or 100%) of the total parcel area. b. Not to exceed 10 feet of height for each public parking & loading access lane having a minimum width of ten feet 2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 3.0 or to the estuary, if applicable, plus 5 feet of height,
9 300% and shall only apply to nonresidential uses. if maintained by the developer and its successors public
improvements If a project utilizes the bonuses identified in 104- in perpetuity. 33.D, a floor area ratio of 5.0 may be achieved. c. 5 feet of height for appropriate use of low wa- 10 3. Have a density no greater than 30 dwelling units ter demand plants in all required buffer or land- standards
supplemental to the acre. If a project utilizes the bonuses identi- scaped areas. fied in 104-33.D, then themaximum density may apply up to 60 units per acre. d. 5 feet of height for the use of drip irrigation or 11 of land of other low water use methods, i.e., wastewater or subdivision 4. Height: gray water irrigation. i. No structure or any part thereof shall exceed a 12
sign vertical height of 120 feet from the preconstruc- e. 10 feet of height for projects designed so as
standards tion ground elevation of the site, plus 25 feet for to provide a varied skyline to provide for light roof and mechanical, provided that the ground and wind dynamics on adjacent properties and
13 elevation is above the base flood elevation as de- natural systems. termined by a Florida registered land surveyor. concurrency management Where the site has various elevations, the height f. Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a as structured shall be measured from the base combination of unusual and unique architectur- 14 flood elevation of the site or the averaged site el- al features such as shoulder buildings below the
nonconformities evation, whichever is greater. maximum allowable height, public amenities as- sociated with grounds or structures having pub-
15 ii. The height limitation of 120 feet may be ex- lic accessibility.
enforcement ceeded if certain building and construction
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4. Height (continued) working shops and sign fabricators. general g. Not to exceed 10 feet of height based on a 1 6. Restaurants (no drive-thru) including sidewalk ca- combination of the following:
fes, Dinner Clubs, Lounges and Coffee Shops. processes admin.
(1). Donation of environmentally sensitive 2 7. Bars, Breweries, Microbreweries, Taprooms, Tav- lands to the City, subject to a conservation erns, Pubs, and Sports Clubs. easement in perpetuity; authority 8. Retail Uses such as Bait and Tackle Shops, Garden review (2). Donation of land known as archeological 3 or historic value to the City, subject to a con- Supply Shops, Dress Shops, Jewelry Stores, Antique Shops, Hardware Stores, Grocery Stores, and Music servation easement in perpetuity; section districts (3). Dedication of public space; and Stores. zoning 4 (4). Public landscaping and maintenance off- 9. Dance and Martial Arts Studios or Schools and Fine
Arts Centers, Theaters and Auditoriums. standards
site and saving champion or heritage trees or design
green area dedication to the public. 5 10. Specialty Food Stores such as Meat Markets, Deli- catessens and Bakeries. environment
5. Minimum setbacks: protection
Downtown Center Downtown General 11. Commercial Marinas, private and public. 6 (Harrison Ave. S of 6th (see Figure 104-33-1) St. - see Figure 104-33-2) 12. Parking Garages and Parking Lots. landscaping Building Location & buffering
Front setback 0’ min. and 15’ max. 0’ min. and 15’ max. 13. Passive Recreational Establishments with activities 7 Side & Rear setbacks 0’ min. 0’ min. such as picnicking, jogging, cycling, and hiking. (minimum) & loading Frontage Occupancy 80% min. 50% min. 14. Residential uses including single and multi-family. parking Parking Location 8 15. Service businesses such as watch repair, printing Parking setback 25’ min. 20’ min.
(front & side/street) companies, financial institutions, and similiar uses. improvements public
Parking setback (side 0’ min. 0’ min. 9 or rear/mid-block) 16. Warehousing provided the buildings compliment Parking setback 5’ min. 5’ min. the areas where they are located.
(rear/alley) supplemental standards
C. Additional Requirements. 10 B. The following uses are allowed in the DTD zoning district. All other uses are prohibited:
1. All projects within the DTD District which include subdivision of land
a change to a higher intensity and/or density use will 11 1. Civic uses such as meeting halls, libraries, post offic- be subject to a review before the Planning Board. es, schools, clubhouses, religious buildings, recreational facilities, higher education, museums, cultural societ- Additionally, projects which exceed 3 stories (or 30 standards sign ies, visual and performance arts buildings, municipal feet) in height shall require review before the Planning 12 buildings, and substantially similar uses. Board. management concurrency 2. Professional office uses such as accountants, archi- 2. Confine ground and building lighting to the proper- 13 tects, attorneys, engineers, doctors, dentists, insurance ty without causing direct light toprotrude on adjacent sales, realtors, technology companies, and the like. properties. nonconformities
3. Open Air Retail such as Farmers’ Markets, and Tem- 3. Credit shall be applied for existing impervious sur- 14 porary Seasonal Produce Stands. face; provided the new development is built over the
existing impervious surface. However, new develop- enforcement 4. Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts.
ment exceeding these areas or building in a different 15 location on the property will be subject to the City’s 5. Artisan Production Establishment including wood
stormwater requirements. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL REVISED Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 19a 4. Parking: Development on lots less than or equal ii. Shopfront windows shall extend up from the sill to 10,000 square feet, buildings constructed prior to at least eight (8) feet above the adjacent sidewalk. 1 1945, or buildings less than 5 stories in height shall general be exempt from the minimum parking requirements iii. Shopfronts shall have a cornice or expression found in Chapter 108 (Parking and Loading). Parking line above, between the first and second story. Ex- pression Lines shall either be moldings extending a 2 shall be provided as necessary to meet the require-
admin. ments of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which minimum of two inches, or jogs in the surface plane processes may be provided on site or within public parking lots of the building wall greater than two (2) inches. or on-street spaces. 3 iv. Shopfront windows may not be made opaque by
review window treatments (excepting operable sunscreen authority 5. Facade Transparency: All building facades which devices within the conditioned space). Reflective face onto a street or public space shall meet the min- and frosted glass is prohibited on shopfronts. 4 section imum transparency requirements outlined below. The zoning districts percentage of transparency per story shall be calculat- v. Doors or entrances for public access shall be pro- ed within the area between finished floor and finished vided at intervals no greater than fifty (50) feet, -un
5 ceiling and shall be a total percentage of doors and less otherwise approved by the City Commission. design
standards windows along that portion of the facade. The intent is to maximize street activity, to provide pedestrians with frequent opportunities to enter i. Minimum building facade transparency for buildings, and to minimize any expanses of inac- 6 ground story (retail): sixty (60) percent; tive wall. protection environment ii.Minimum building facade transparency for vi. Shopfront doors shall contain at least sixty (60) ground story (uses other than retail): thirty (30) 7 percent transparent glass. Solid doors are prohib- percent; ited. & buffering landscaping landscaping iii.Minimum building facade transparency for up- A minimum of fifteen (15) feet of depth of habitable 8 per stories: twenty (20) percent. space shall be provided behind each shopfront on the parking & loading primary facade. This ensures that the area behind shop- 6. Liner Buildings: The character of some uses of land, fronts is sufficient enough to be an actively used retail such as parking structures, may preclude their build- 9 space. public ings from complying with the Facade Transparency re- improvements quirements above. Such buildings may be constructed 8. Permitted Encroachments: The following frontage in a manner that they will be separated from adjacent elements may encroach forward of the building set-
10 streets (but not alleys) by liner buildings: back, and may encroach into the public right-of-way standards
supplemental with City approval. Encroachments shall not project i. Liner buildings must be at least two stories in within 2’ of the curb. Harrison Avenue frontages in the height with no less than fifteen (15) feet in depth; Downtown Center (see Figure X.2) are required to have 11 of land of
subdivision ii.Liner buildings may be detached from or attached an Awning/Canopy, Gallery, or Second story Balco- to the primary building; ny extending over at least seventy (70) percent of the building fa9ade, to provide shelter for pedestrians on 12 sign iii.Liner buildings may be used for any purpose al- the sidewalk. standards lowed on the lot on which they are located except for parking; and Frontage Element Conditions or Limits
13 Canopy / Awning A Canopy is a structural cantilevered shed iv.Liner buildings must meet the Facade Transpar- roof; an Awning is canvas or similar material concurrency management ency requirements in the preceding subsection. and may be fixed or retractable. Awnings or Canopies over ground-story doors or windows must have a depth of at least five (5) feet and a 14 7. Shopfronts: clear height of at least eight (8) feet above the
nonconformities sidewalk. Back-lit, high-gloss, or plasticized i. The top of all shopfront windowsills shall be be- fabrics are prohibited.
15 tween one (1) and three (3) feet above the adjacent sidewalk. enforcement
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Frontage Element Conditions or Limits public benefits or development amenities. The City general
Gallery A Gallery must have a clear width from its Commission will make the determination of the max- 1 support columns to the building’s primary fa- imum amount that may be earned for F.A.R. bonuses cade of at least eight (8) feet and a clear height on a project-by-project basis. The public benefits and processes above the sidewalk of at least ten (10) feet. development amenity bonuses being proposed may admin.
Support columns can be spaced no farther 2 apart than they are tall and must be placed to include but not be limited to: urban open space, addi- allow at least two (2) feet and up to three (3) tional parking spaces, public plazas, pedestrian linkag-
feet from their outer face to the curb. When authority es, and public roof top activities. review a gallery extends over a public sidewalk, the property owner may be required to enter into 3 a right-of-way agreement in a form acceptable [Ord. No. 2766: Adopted: 11-24-2020]
to the City. section districts Balconies Second-story Balconies must have a depth of zoning at least 6 feet and a clear height below of at 4 least ten (10) feet above the sidewalk. Balco-
nies may have roofs but must be open toward standards
the primary street. design 5 Stoops Stoop stairs may be perpendicular or parallel to the building facade. Stoops extending into
the right-of-way must maintain a 6’ min. clear environment protection zone for pedestrians on the sidewalk 6 Sidewalk Cafe Outdoor dining areas are permitted and may be located on the sidewalk or on-street park- landscaping ing spaces adjacent to the property, subject & buffering to Sec. 105-14. Sidewalk Cafe/ Flexible Street
Cafe Program. 7
9. Administrative Exceptions: The Development Ser- & loading parking parking
vices Director shall have authority to grant exceptions 8 to certain specific standards of the DTD zoning district as follows: improvements public
i. The Maximum Setback & Frontage Occupancy 9 requirements of Sec. 104-33.A.5 may be waived
where development envisioned by the code is not supplemental standards
feasible due to irregularly-shaped parcels or envi- 10 ronmental constraints (such as flood plain or wet- land areas). subdivision subdivision of land ii. In the Downtown General area (Figure X.1), the 11 Maximum Front Setback of Sec. 104-33.A.5 may be
increased to allow for a new public green or plaza in standards sign
front of the building facade. 12
iii. Exceptions to the standards of Sec. 104-33.C.5-8 management (Facade Transparency, Liner Buildings, Shopfronts, concurrency and Permitted Encroachments) may be granted on 13 the basis of architectural merit or where the require-
ments create undue hardship, such as for building nonconformities
reuse or additions in which required elements are 14 incompatible with the existing structure. enforcement D. Downtown Bonuses. 15 Development may exceed the maximum base floor area ratio (F.A.R.) of 3.0 if the applicant proposes certain definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL REVISED Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 19c 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14
nonconformities Figure 104-33-1.
15 [Ord. No. 2766: Adopted: 11-24-2020] enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions REVISED Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 19d general 1 processes admin. 2 authority review 3 section districts zoning zoning 4 standards design 5 environment protection 6 landscaping & buffering 7 & loading parking parking 8 improvements public 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities 14
Figure 104-33-2. enforcement 15 [Ord. No. 2766: Adopted: 11-24-2020] definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 20 Sec. 104-34. - St. Andrews Downtown District (StAD) zoning district. 1 general The purpose of this zoning district is to preserve the working waterfront and eclectic nature of downtown 2 St. Andrews. Redevelopment of the area is encour- admin.
processes aged which includes business, residential, commer- cial, cultural, and entertainment uses, including
3 public green spaces and recreational access to the
review waterfront. authority 4 section zoning districts A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to prop- erty zoned as StAD: performance arts buildings, municipal build-
5 ings, and substantially similar uses.
design 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no standards greater than 1.0 (or 100%) of the total parcel area. 2. Professional office uses such as accountants, attorneys, engineers, doctors, realtors and the 6 2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 5.0 or like. protection
environment 500%. 3. Open Air Retail such as Farmers’ Markets, 3. Have a density no greater than 35 dwelling units and Temporary Seasonal Produce Stands. 7 to the acre. & buffering landscaping landscaping 4. Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts. 4. Height:
8 No structure or any part thereof shall exceed a 5. Artisan Production Establishment including parking & loading vertical height of 100 feet from the preconstruc- wood working shops. tion ground elevation of the site, plus 25 feet for 6. Restaurants (no drive-thru) including side-
9 roof and mechanical, provided that the ground
public walk cafes, Dinner Clubs, Lounges and Coffee elevation is above the base flood elevation as de- improvements Shops. termined by a Florida registered land surveyor. Where the site has various elevations, the height 7. Bars, Breweries, Microbreweries, Taprooms, 10 as structured shall be measured from the base
standards Taverns, Pubs, and Sports Clubs.
supplemental flood elevation of the site or the averaged site el- evation, whichever is greater. 8. Specialty Retail Uses such as Bait and Tackle
11 Shops, Garden Supply Shops, and Dress Shops. of land of Where the block is across the street from a subdivision residential zoning district, the vertical height 9. Dance and Martial Arts Studios or Schools along the side of the new development shall be and Fine Arts Centers, Theaters and Auditori- 12 sign limited to 40 feet. ums. standards 5. Minimum setbacks: 10. Specialty Food Stores such as Meat Markets,
13 No minimum setbacks Delicatessens and Bakeries. concurrency management B. The following uses are allowed in the StAD zoning 11. Commercial Marinas, private and public. district. All other uses are prohibited: 14 12. Parking Garages and Parking Lots.
nonconformities 1. Civic uses such as meeting halls, libraries, 13. Passive Recreational Establishments with ac- post offices, schools, clubhouses, religious tivities such as picnicking, jogging, cycling, and 15 buildings, recreational facilities, higher edu- hiking.
enforcement cation, museums, cultural societies, visual and
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14. Technology and support services. 1
15. Residential uses including single and processes multi-family. admin. 2 C. Additional Requirements. authority 1. Any existing business, as of the date of this District, review that is redeveloped or improved by more than 50% of its 3 value shall go before the Planning Board for approval. section districts Approval shall be required if the business is not cur- zoning rently permitted under the District’s allowable uses. The 4 proposed building shall be required to meet the current
Florida Building code. standards design 5 2. Confine ground and building lighting to the proper- ty without causing direct light to protrude on adjacent environment properties. protection 6 3. Credit shall be applied for existing impervious sur- landscaping face; provided the new development is built over the ex- & buffering isting impervious surface. However, new development exceeding these areas or building in a different location 7 on the property will be subject to the City’s stormwater & loading requirements. parking 8 4. Restrict residential dwelling units from occurring on
the ground floor of any development directly facing or improvements located on Beck Avenue. The ground floor shall be -de public 9 voted exclusively to commercial, retail or office uses. supplemental
5. Maintain and promote the historic architectural standards character through the scale and massing of buildings. 10 New construction shall utilize historic design elements
that are complimentary to the neighborhood character. subdivision of land
Renovations to existing buildings should retain historic 11 elements and/or add historic elements in keeping with the historic look and character of the area. standards sign 6. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108. 12
7. At least 75 percent (75%) of all visible walls and roofs management concurrency shall be made of wood, brick, non-mirrored glass, ter- 13 racotta, stucco over masonry, textured concrete block, roof tiles or shingles, architectural concrete panels, or noncorrosive standing-seam metal roof or similar ma- nonconformities terials. 14 enforcement 15 definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 22 Sec. 104-35. - Millville Downtown District (MDTD) zoning district. 1 general The purpose of this zoning district is to preserve the eclectic nature of Millville’s 3rd Street Commer- 2 cial Area. Redevelopment of the area is encouraged admin.
processes which includes business, residential, commercial, cultural, and entertainment uses. 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to prop- erty zoned as MDTD: 2. Professional office uses such as accountants,
5 attorneys, engineers, doctors, realtors and the
design 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no
standards like. greater than 1.0 (or 100%) of the total parcel area. 3. Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts. 6 2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 5.0
protection 4. Artisan Production Establishment including environment or 500%. wood working shops.
7 3. Have a density no greater than 25 dwelling units to the acre. 5. Restaurants (no drive-thru) including side- & buffering landscaping landscaping walk cafes, Dinner Clubs, Lounges and Coffee 4. Height: Shops.
8 No structure or any part thereof shall exceed parking & loading a vertical height of 60 feet from the precon- 6. Bars, Breweries, Microbreweries, Taprooms, struction ground elevation of the site, plus 25 Taverns, Pubs, and Sports Clubs.
9 feet for roof and mechanical, provided that
public 7. Specialty Retail Uses such as Bait and Tackle
improvements the ground elevation is above the base flood Shops, Garden Supply Shops, and Dress Shops. elevation as determined by a Florida regis- tered land surveyor. Where the site has vari- 8. Dance and Martial Arts Studios or Schools 10 ous elevations, the height as structured shall
standards and Fine Arts Centers, Theaters and Auditori- supplemental be measured from the base flood elevation of ums. the site or the averaged site elevation, which-
11 ever is greater. 9. Specialty Food Stores such as Meat Markets, of land of
subdivision Delicatessens and Bakeries. Where the block is across the street from a residential zoning district, the vertical height 10. Passive Recreational Establishments. 12 sign along the side of the new development shall be standards limited to 40 feet. 11. Residential uses including single and multi-family .
13 5. Minimum setbacks: No minimum setbacks concurrency C. Additional Requirements. management
B. The following uses are allowed in the MDTD zon- 1. At least 75% of all visible walls and roofs shall
14 ing district. All other uses are prohibited: be made of wood, brick, non-mirrored glass,
nonconformities terracotta, stucco over masonry, or similar ma- 1. Civic uses such as meeting halls, libraries, terials. religious buildings, museums, cultural societ- 15 ies, and similar uses. 2. Provide off-street parking per Chapter 108. enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Page Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 22 4 - 23 Sec. 104-36. - Cultural Heritage (CHD) zoning district. general 1
The purpose of this zoning district is to preserve processes the heritage and cultural aspects of the traditional admin. 2 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard area, south of Highway 98 (15th Street). Redevelopment of authority
the area is encouraged which includes business, review
residential, commercial, cultural, and entertain- 3 ment uses. section districts zoning zoning 4 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to standards
property zoned as CHD: 2. Professional office uses such as accountants, design
attorneys, engineers, doctors, and the like. 5 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no
greater than 1.0 (or 100%) of the total parcel area. 3. Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts. environment protection
2. The floor area ratio shall be not to exceed 5.0 4. Artisan Production Establishment including 6 or 500%. wood working shops. landscaping & buffering 5. Restaurants (no drive-thru) including side-
3. Have a density no greater than 35 dwelling 7 units to the acre. walk cafes, Dinner Clubs, Lounges and Coffee Shops. & loading 4. Height: parking No structure or any part thereof shall exceed 6. Bars, Breweries, Microbreweries, Taprooms, 8 a vertical height of 60 feet from the precon- Taverns, Pubs, and Sports Clubs.
struction ground elevation of the site, plus 25 improvements
7. Specialty Retail Uses. public
feet for roof and mechanical, provided that 9 the ground elevation is above the base flood 8. Dance, Arts, and Music Studios or Schools elevation as determined by a Florida regis- and Fine Arts Centers, Theatres and Auditori- supplemental tered land surveyor. Where the site has vari- standards
ums. 10 ous elevations, the height as structured shall be measured from the base flood elevation of 9. Specialty Food Stores such as Meat Markets, the site or the averaged site elevation, which- subdivision Delicatessens, Bakeries or Grocery Stores. of land ever is greater. 11 10. Hospitals, medical offices, clinics, etc. Where the block is across the street from a standards
residential zoning district, the vertical height 11. Residential uses including single and sign 12 along the side of the new development shall be multi-family . limited to 40 feet. management C. Additional Requirements. concurrency
5. Minimum setbacks: 13 No minimum setbacks 1. At least 75% of all visible walls and roofs shall
be made of wood, brick, non-mirrored glass, nonconformities B. The following uses are allowed in the MDTD zon- terracotta, stucco over masonry, or similar ma- 14 ing district. All other uses are prohibited: terials.
1. Public Institutional uses such as meeting 2. Provide off-street parking per Chapter 108. enforcement
halls, religious buildings, museums, cultural 15 societies, parks and similar uses. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 23.5 Sec. 104-36.1. Neighborhood Downtown (ND) zoning district.
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 1 areas for the preservation and development of active general and walkable neighborhood downtown areas within the city. These standards implement key provisions
2 of the Strategic Vision established as part of the
admin. City’s Long Term Recovery Plan. processes Neighborhood Downtown areas includes a mix of
3 commercial, civic, and residential uses. Buildings
review may be attached or detached, and are typically built authority on or near the front property line to encourage pedestrian activity. Missing Middle housing types 4 section
zoning typical for this district include Duplex, Small Multi- districts plex, Cottage Court, Courtyard Apartment, Row- house, and Large Multi-Plex. TABLE 104-36.1.A: 5 Neighborhood Downtown Setbacks design The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards has adopted a context classification system to plan Building Location Front and Side/Street and design streets in greater harmony with the sur- 0’ min / 10’ max 6 rounding land use characteristics. Streets that pass Setbacks protection
environment through Neighborhood Downtown areas should Side/Mid-Block and 0’ min / no max. have a C5 (Urban Center) classification. Rear Setbacks
7 Frontage Occupancy 80% minimum A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to & buffering landscaping landscaping Parking Location property zoned Neighborhood Downtown (ND): Parking Setback 25’ min. 8 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no (front and side/street) parking
& loading Parking Setback greater than 1.0 (or 100%) of the total parcel area. 0’ min. (side/mid-block) 2. The maximum building footprint per building 9 Parking Setback
public 5’ min. shall be 25,000 square feet. An exception is made for (rear/alley) improvements civic uses including houses of worship and schools. Grocery stores may exceed this limit, with approval TABLE 104-36.1.C: 10 of the Development Services Director.
standards Neighborhood Downtown Parking Standards supplemental 3. The maximum building frontage per building 1 space per unit minimum / shall be 120 feet. Residential Uses 3 spaces per unit maximum 11 of land of
subdivision 4. Height: All structures shall have a maximum height limitation of 4 stories plus an attic story. Non-Residential 1 space per 800 sq ft GFA minimum / i. Building Heights shall exclude habitable attics Uses 1 space per 300 sq ft GFA maximum 12 sign and below grade parking. standards Parking Exceptions: ii. Stories may not exceed 12 feet in height from 1. All applications (for new development or building finished floor to finished ceiling, except for a reuse) within the Neighborhood Downtown district 13 first floor commercial function which may be a that meet all standards of this district, including for concurrency management maximum of 25 feet. building and parking location (Table 104-36.1.A) and iii. Heights shall be measured to the eave of the roof building design (Sec 105-15), shall be exempt from
14 or roof deck (if flat). minimum parking requirements. 2. Exceptions to the maximum parking limits may be
nonconformities iv. The first finished floor in residential buildings shall be raised a minimum of 24” above the granted by the City Commission. highest adjacent sidewalk grade. 15 enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 23.4 Sec. 104-36.1. Neighborhood Downtown (ND) zoning district. general
5. Setbacks: 2. Administrative Exceptions: The Development 1 i. Setbacks are summarized in Table 104-36.1.A. Services Director shall have authority to grant excep-
tions to certain specific standards of the ND zoning processes ii. There are no minimum setback requirements. The admin. district as follows: maximum setback from all public ROWs will be 2 10 feet unless subject to a Building Setback Zone i. The Setback and Frontage Occupancy require- identified on the zoning map. A Building Setback ments of Sec. 104-36.1.A may be waived where authority Zone on a corner lot shall apply at least 50 feet development envisioned by the code is not review from the block corner. feasible due to irregularly-shaped parcels or 3 iii. Parking shall be setback 25 feet from all public environmental constraints (such as flood plain section
or wetland areas, or existing trees); for building districts ROWs with the exception of alleys. The parking zoning reuse where requirements are incompatible with setback may be reduced to 8 feet in locations at 4 least 25 feet from a block corner where a garden the existing structure; or for civic uses including schools and houses of worship. wall or decorative fence is provided and street standards ii. The Maximum Front Setback of Sec. 104-36.1.A design
trees are planted at 30 ft centers along the length of 5 the parking area between the parking and garden may be increased to allow for a new public green or plaza in front of the building facade.
wall or decorative fence. environment protection iv. The Frontage Occupancy is the percentage of the 2. Parking shall be provided as described in Table 6 total lot frontage width that is occupied by the 104-36.1.C. primary building facade. A garden wall that meets landscaping the requirements of Sec. 105-15.C may be used 3. No landscape buffers are required in the Neigh- & buffering
to meet this requirement with approval of the borhood Downtown zoning district, except where 7 Development Services Director. abutting a detached Single Family Dwelling. Streets- v. All Neighborhood Downtown lots are subject to a
cape plantings have a higher priority in the neighbor- & loading 20’ rear or side setback when sharing a common hood districts than private landscaping. They provide parking 8 rear or side lot line with a property within a a public benefit by establishing an environment that Neighborhood Residential (NR) district and encourages and facilitates pedestrian activity and improvements
require screening of a garden wall or solid fence walkable streets that are comfortable, efficient, safe, public four to eight feet in height within one foot of the and interesting; and they contribute to the overall 9 common lot line. Trees from the city’s approved neighborhood character by ensuring the coherence
tree list shall be planted at a maximum of 30 ft of the public realm. Fee-in-lieu payments for land- supplemental standards
centers between 5 and 10 feet from this wall. scape requirements can be used to implement a 10 comprehensive streetscape plan at the time of street 6. There are no minimum lot size requirements. rebuilding. subdivision subdivision of land 11 B. The following uses are allowed in the 4. Credit shall be applied for existing impervious sur- Neighborhood Downtown (ND) zoning district. All face; provided the new development is built over the other uses are prohibited: existing impervious surface. However, new develop- standards sign ment exceeding these areas or building in a different 12 1.All uses allowed in the Neighborhood General (NG) location on the property will be subject to the City’s zoning district; management
stormwater requirements. concurrency
2. Hospitals, medical offices, clinics, etc. 5. Ground and building lighting shall be confined to 13 3. Temporary commercial uses, including food trucks, the property without causing direct light to protrude pop-up retail, and similar uses. on adjacent properties. nonconformities 14 6. Setbacks for visibility / sight triangle at intersec- C. Additional Requirements. tions are not required in Neighborhood Downtown areas in order to encourage low travel speed and a enforcement 1. Development shall conform to the Building Design walkable urban environment. 15 Standards of Sec 105-15. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 23.5 Sec. 104-36.2. Neighborhood General (NG) zoning district.
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide ar-
1 TABLE 104-36.2.A: eas for the preservation and development of historic,
general Neighborhood General Setbacks traditional, and walkable mixed-use neighborhoods Building Location and corridors within the city. These standards imple- Front and Side/Street 2 ment key provisions of the Strategic Vision estab- 0’ min / 15’ max Setbacks admin. lished as part of the City’s Long Term Recovery Plan. processes Side/Mid-Block and Rear/Alley 5’ min / no max Neighborhood General areas includes a mix of Setback
3 commercial, civic, and residential uses. Buildings Rear/No Alley Setback 10’ min / no max review are typically built on or near the front property line authority to encourage pedestrian activity. Missing Middle Frontage Occupancy 65% minimum housing types typical for this district include Du- Parking Location 4 section
zoning plexes, Small Multi-plex, Cottage Courts, Courtyard Parking Setback districts 25’ min. Apartments, and Rowhouses. (front and side/street) Parking Setback 5 The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) 0’ min. (side/mid-block) design has adopted a context classification system to plan standards Parking Setback and design streets in greater harmony with the sur- 5’ min. rounding land use characteristics. Streets that pass (rear) 6 through Neighborhood General areas should have a protection
environment C4 (Urban General) classification. TABLE 104-36.2.C: Neighborhood General Parking Standards
7 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned Neighborhood General (NG): 1 space per unit minimum /
& buffering Residential Uses landscaping landscaping 3 spaces per unit maximum 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no 8 greater than 0.80 (or 80%) of the total parcel area. Non-Residential 1 space per 800 sq ft GFA minimum / parking & loading Uses 1 space per 300 sq ft GFA maximum
2. The maximum building footprint per building Parking Exceptions: 9
public shall be 10,000 sq ft. An exception is made for civic 1. All applications (for new development or building
improvements uses including houses of worship and schools. Gro- reuse) within the Neighborhood General district cery stores may exceed this limit, with approval of that meet all standards of this district, including for building and parking location (Table 104-36.2.A) and
10 the Development Services Director. building design (Sec 105-15), shall be exempt from standards supplemental 3. The maximum building frontage per building minimum parking requirements. 2. Exceptions to the maximum parking limits may be shall be 80 feet. granted by the City Commission. 11 of land of
subdivision 3. Height: All structures shall have a maximum height limitation of 3 stories plus an attic story. 4. Setbacks:
12 i. Building Heights shall exclude habitable attics
sign i. Setbacks are summarized in Table 104-36.2.A.
standards and below grade parking. ii. Side setbacks may be 0 feet for attached Rowhouse ii. Stories may not exceed 12 feet in height from units. finished floor to finished ceiling. iii. Parking shall be setback 25 feet from all public 13 iii. Heights shall be measured to the eave of the roof ROWs with the exception of alleys. The parking concurrency management or roof deck (if flat). setback may be be reduced to 8 feet in locations at iv. The first finished floor in residential buildings least 50 feet from a block corner where a garden 14 shall be raised a minimum of 24” above the wall or decorative fence is provided and street
nonconformities highest adjacent sidewalk grade. trees are planted at 30 ft centers along the length of the parking area between the parking and garden
15 wall or decorative fence. enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 23.4 Sec. 104-36.2. Neighborhood General (NG) zoning district. general
iv. The Frontage Occupancy is the percentage of the C. Additional Requirements. 1 total lot frontage width that is occupied by the 1. Development shall conform to the building de- primary building facade. A garden wall that meets processes the requirements of Sec. 105-15.C may be used to sign standards of Sec 105-15. admin. 2 meet this requirement with approval of the Devel- 2. Administrative Exceptions: The Development opment Services Director.
Services Director shall have authority to grant authority exceptions to certain specific standards of the NG review 5. There are no minimum lot size requirements. 3 zoning district as follows: i. The Setback and Frontage Occupancy require- section districts B. The following uses are allowed in the Neighbor- ments of Sec. 104-36.2.A may be waived where zoning hood General (NG) zoning district. All other uses development envisioned by the code is not 4 are prohibited: feasible due to irregularly-shaped parcels or
environmental constraints (such as flood plain standards 1. All uses allowed in the Neighborhood Residential design
or wetland areas, or existing trees)for building 5 (NR) zoning district, and: reuse where requirements are incompatible with
2. Residential uses including single-family attached the existing structure; or for civic uses including environment protection and detached dwellings, and multi-family units. Dwell- schools and houses of worship. ing units may be located in mixed-use structures with ii. The Maximum Front Setback of Sec. 104-36.2.A 6 commercial or other non-household living uses. may be increased to allow for a new public landscaping green or plaza in front of the building facade. & buffering 3. Live/work units. 7 4. Civic/Institutional uses including educational, 3. Parking shall be provided as described in Table 104-36.2.C. healthcare, and religious uses. & loading parking parking
5. Commercial office, retail, and entertainment uses. 4. No landscape buffers are required in the Neigh- 8 borhood Downtown zoning district, except where
6. Temporary Open Air Retail. abutting a detached Single Family Dwelling. improvements public
7. Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts. Streetscape plantings have a higher priority in the 9 neighborhood districts than private landscaping. 8. Small-scale manufacturing (all non-retail activities, They provide a public benefit by establishing an supplemental such as storage, shall not be visible from the street). environment that encourages pedestrian activity standards and walkable streets that are comfortable, safe, and 10 9. Grocers, Restaurants (no drive-thru), Bars, and interesting; and contribute to the neighborhood Breweries. character by ensuring the coherence of the public subdivision of land
10. Commercial Marinas, private and public. realm. Fee-in-lieu payments for landscape require- 11 ments can be used to implement a comprehensive 11. Parking Garages and Parking Lots.
streetscape plan at the time of street rebuilding. standards sign
12. Public and Private, Passive and Active Recreational 12 Uses. 5. Credit shall be applied for existing impervious sur- face; provided the new development is built over the management existing impervious surface. However, new develop- concurrency
ment exceeding these areas or building in a different 13 location on the property will be subject to the City’s
stormwater requirements. nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 23.5 Sec. 104-36.3. Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district.
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 1 areas for the preservation or development of the his- general toric, traditional, and walkable neighborhoods of the city that include single-family detached and some
2 Missing Middle housing. Missing Middle housing admin.
processes types typical for this district include Duplexes and Cottage Courts. These standards implement key provisions of the Strategic Vision established as part 3
review of the City’s Long Term Recovery Plan. authority The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has adopted a context classification system to plan 4 section
zoning and design streets in greater harmony with the sur- districts rounding land use characteristics. Streets that pass through Neighborhood Residential areas should TABLE 104-36.3.A: 5 Neighborhood Residential Setbacks
design have a C4 (Urban General) classification. standards Building Location A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to Front and Side/Street property zoned Neighborhood Residential (NR): 7’ min / 20’ max 6 Setbacks protection
environment 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no Side/Mid-Block 5’ min / no max greater than 0.60 (or 60%) of the total parcel area. Rear Setback (primary building) 15’ min / no max
7 Rear/Side Setback 2.The maximum building footprint per building 3’ min / no max & buffering
landscaping landscaping (accessory building) shall be 4,000 square feet. An exception is made for civic uses including houses of worship and schools. 8 parking & loading 3. Height: All structures shall have a maximum height limitation of 2 stories plus an attic story.
9 i. Building Heights shall exclude habitable attics public
improvements and below grade parking. ii. Stories may not exceed 12 feet in height from finished floor to finished ceiling. 10 iii. Heights shall be measured to the eave of the roof standards supplemental or roof deck (if flat). iv. The first finished floor in residential buildings
11 shall be raised a minimum of 24” above the of land of
subdivision highest adjacent sidewalk grade.
4. Setbacks: 12 sign i. Setbacks shall be as summarized in Table 104- standards 36.3.A. ii. Porches may extend up to 10 feet into setbacks
13 provided they are at least 8 feet deep. Partial concurrency management walls, screened areas, and railing on porches that extend into the setback may be no higher than 42 inches. 14
nonconformities 5. Minimum lot requirements: i. Minimum lot width of 40’ for square, rectangle,
15 and corner lots.
enforcement ii. There is no minimum lot size requirement.
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Uni ed Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 23.6 Sec. 104-36.3. Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district. general
B. e following uses are allowed in the Neighbor- the needs of the surrounding neighborhood 1 hood Residential (NR) zoning district. All other within walking distance; no minimum parking
uses are prohibited: spaces are required. If off-street parking is pro- processes vided, the Parking Setback requirements of the admin. 1. Single-family detached dwellings. Neighborhood General district shall apply. 2
2. Duplex; up to 2 units attached. authority C. Additional Requirements. review 3. Cottage Courts that meet the following conditions: 3 i. Maximum cottage footprint of 800 square feet per 1. Administrative Exceptions: e Development section
Services Director shall have authority to grant excep- districts building. zoning ii. Maximum cottage height of one story plus an attic tions to certain speci c standards of the NR zoning 4 story. district as follows: iiii. e central court shall be a green space not more i. e Setback and Frontage Occupancy require- standards ments of Sec. 104-36.3.A may be waived where design
than 1/3rd paved, and at least 20’ in width (parallel 5 to the street) and 40’ in depth (perpendicular to development envisioned by the code is not feasi- ble due to irregularly-shaped parcels or environ- the street). environment mental constraints (such as ood plain, wetland protection
3. One Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is allowed per areas, or existing trees); for building reuse where 6 lot. requirements are incompatible with the existing landscaping 4. Public and private schools grades K-12. structure; or for civic uses including schools and & buffering
houses of worship. 7 5. Public or noncommercial private recreation. 2. Parking shall be provided as speci ed in Chapter
6. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in Chapter & loading 108. parking
110. 8 3. Development shall conform to the landscaping 7. Public utilities customarily found in residential and buffering requirements as speci ed in Chapter areas. improvements 107. public 9 8. Family day care homes pursuant to Section
125.0109, Florida Statutes. supplemental standards
9. Bed and Breakfast Inns. 10 10. Neighborhood Corner Stores are permitted with subdivision subdivision
the following conditions: of land 11 i. Neighborhood Corner Stores can be either a pri- mary or accessory small-scale neighborhood-ori- ented commercial use such as a café, barber, salon, standards sign professional office, or convenience retail. 12 ii. Neighborhood Corner Stores shall be allowed only management on corner lots. No more than one corner store is concurrency
allowed at an intersection. 13 iii. e maximum setback for a Neighborhood
Corner Store is 10 feet from both streets with a nonconformities
minimum setback of 5 feet. 14 iv. Neighborhood Corner Store buildings are subject to Design Standards as speci ed in Sec. enforcement 105-15. 15 v. Off-street parking for a Neighborhood Corner Store is discouraged as they are intended to serve de nitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 24 Sec. 104-37. - General Commercial -1 (GC-1) zoning district. 1 general
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide 2 areas for neighborhood commercial activity includ- admin. processes ing retail sales and services, professional offices and services, and other similar land uses. 3 review authority A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to
4 property zoned as GC-1: section zoning districts 1. The impervious surface ratio shall be no greater than 0.70 (or 70%) of the total parcel area. 5 C. Additional Requirements. design
standards 2. The floor area ratio (FAR) may not exceed 2.0 (or 200%). 1. Confine ground and building lighting to the prop- erty and without causing direct light to protrude on 6 3. No maximum height. adjacent properties. protection environment 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: 2. Screen garbage receptacles, trash containers, and i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. 7 dumpsters from public view, using opaque materials. ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel line. & buffering landscaping landscaping iii. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. 3. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108.
8 5. Minimum setbacks for development adjacent to parking
& loading zoning districts that allow residential uses shall be: 4. Conform to the landscaping and buffering require- i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. ments as specified in Chapter 107.
9 ii. 30 25’ feet from the rear parcel line. public iii. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. 5. Not include any residential development. improvements 6. The exterior of building facades visible from High- B. The following uses are allowed in GC-1 zoning way 98 or Harrison Avenue shall not be constructed of 10 districts; all other uses are prohibited: metal unless: standards supplemental i. such wall is not visible by a pedestrian standing 1. Neighborhood-scale commercial uses, not to within the vehicular right-of-way of Highway 98 exceed 20,000 square feet of heated and cooled space 11 or Harrison Ave; or of land of in size per parcel. Such uses may include: subdivision ii. such wall is completely covered by one or more i. Professional office and personal services. of the following materials: ii. Private child care or day care for children. n n
12 Brick Stone
sign iii. Commercial recreational facilities. n Stucco n Synthetic stucco standards iv. Grocery and convenience retail such a beauty n Cementitious materials n Exterior insulation parlor, barber shop, laundromat, dry cleaner, and n Wood siding, provided finish system (EIFS)
13 other retail establishments meant to serve the that such siding is
concurrency immediate vicinity. management applied with no panel v. Athletic clubs, dance or music studios. exceeding twelve (12) vi. Food establishments without a drive-thru 14 inches in height window. n nonconformities Other non-ferrous material may be permissible, vii. Public utilities customarily found in residen- if determined by the Planning Department as a tial areas. matter of fact to be aesthetically comparable 15 viii. Other similar uses serving the neighborhood and at least as opaque, weather resistant, and enforcement area. permanent as the materials listed above.
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 25 Sec. 104-38. - General Commercial -2 (GC-2) zoning district. general 1
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide areas processes for neighborhood commercial activity including retail admin. sales and services, professional offices and services, 2 and other similar land uses. authority review 3 A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to prop-
erty zoned as GC-2: section districts zoning zoning
1. The impervious surface ratio shall be no greater 4 than 0.90 (or 90%) of the total parcel area. standards design
2. The floor area ratio (FAR) may not exceed 3.0 11. Other similar uses. 5 (or 300%).
C. Additional Requirements. environment protection 3. No maximum height. 1. Confine ground and building lighting to the property 6 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: and without causing direct light to protrude on adjacent landscaping i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. properties. & buffering
ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel line. 2. Screen garbage receptacles, trash containers, and 7 iii. 5 7 feet from the side parcel lines. dumpsters from public view, using opaque materials. & loading 3. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chapter 108. parking
5. Minimum setbacks for development adjacent to 8 zoning districts that allow residential uses shall be: 4. Conform to the landscaping and buffering require-
i. 15 feet from the front parcel line. ments as specified in Chapter 107. improvements public
ii. 30 25’ feet from the rear parcel line. 9 iii. 12 feet from the side parcel lines. 5. Not include any residential development.
6. The exterior of building facades visible from Highway supplemental B. The following uses are allowed in GC-2 zoning 98 or Harrison Avenue shall not be constructed of metal standards 10 districts; all other uses are prohibited: unless: i. such wall is not visible by a pedestrian standing within the vehicular right-of-way of Highway 98 subdivision 1. All uses allowable in the GC-1 zoning district of land 2. Shopping centers. or Harrison Ave; or 11 3. Vehicle dealers and repair shops (excluding ii. such wall is completely covered by one or more scooter rental /sales). of the following materials: standards n n sign Brick Stone 12 4. Adult entertainment subject to the require- n Stucco n Synthetic stucco ments of Chapter 7, Article III of the Municipal n Cementitious materials n Exterior insulation management concurrency Code. n Wood siding, provided finish system 5. Big box retailers. that such siding is (EIFS) 13 6. Printing, publishing or other similar establish- applied with no panel ments. exceeding twelve (12) nonconformities
7. Business park. inches in height 14 8. Wholesaling, warehousing, and indoor storage n Other non-ferrous material may be permissible, if determined by the Planning Dept. as a matter of of goods or materials. enforcement fact to be aesthetically comparable and at least as 15 9. Public utilities with exception to solid waste opaque, weather resistant, and permanent as the facilities and landfills. materials listed above. 10. Cannabis Dispensing Facilities, and definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 26 Sec. 104-39. - Light Industrial (LI) zoning district. 1
general The purpose of the light industry zoning district is to provide areas for light industrial operations which
2 have minimum nuisance attributes and do not cause
admin. excessive noise, smoke, pollutants, traffic by trucks processes or other similar characteristics normally associated with a heavy industrial operation, or invite the stor- 3 age of chemical or petroleum products. review authority 4 section zoning districts A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as LI: 5 design
standards 1. The impervious surface ratio shall be no C. Additional Requirements. greater than 0.80 (or 80%) of the total parcel area. 1. Conform to the industrial performance stan- 6 dards as specified in Chapter 12, Article V of the protection environment 2. The floor area ratio (FAR) may not exceed 1.0 Municipal Code. (or 100%).
7 2. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chap- & buffering landscaping landscaping 3. No maximum height. ter 108.
4. Minimum setbacks shall be: 3. Landscaping and buffering is required as speci- 8
parking i. No less than 25 feet from any property line fied in Chapter 107. & loading at the perimeter of the zoning catego- ry boundary, except as described in Sec. 4. Complete a compatibility analysis of the pro- 9
public 104-37.A.4.ii (below). posed use with the existing adjacent uses and the improvements allowable uses as specified by the Future Land Use ii. Industrial uses adjacent to lands designat- Map, as part of the development order application
10 ed as Industrial on the Future Land Use Map process. standards
supplemental (FLUM) shall have a setback requirement of 5 feet from the property line. 11 of land of
subdivision B. The following uses are allowed in LI zoning districts; all other uses are prohibited: 12 sign 1. Manufacturing and assembly. standards 2. Private and commercial marinas and marine
13 facilities. concurrency management 3. Business park.
14 4. Vocational trade and industrial education. nonconformities 5. Public utilities. 15 enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Page 4 - 27 Sec. 104-40. - Heavy Industrial (HI) zoning district. general 1 processes admin.
The purpose of this zoning district is to provide areas 2 for heavy industrial operations to isolate them from
other land uses. authority review 3 section districts zoning zoning 4
A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to prop- standards erty zoned as HI: design 5 1. The impervious surface ratio shall be no great-
C. Additional Requirements. environment er than 0.80 (or 80%) of the total parcel area. protection
1. Conform to the industrial performance stan- 6 2. The floor area ratio (FAR) may not exceed 0.85 dards as specified in Chapter 12, Article V of the landscaping (or 85%). Municipal Code. & buffering 7 3. No maximum height. 2. Provide off-street parking as specified in Chap- & loading 4. Minimum setbacks shall be: ter 108. parking
i. No less than 25 feet from any property line at 8 the perimeter of the zoning category bound- 3. Landscaping and buffering is required as speci- ary, except as described in Sec. 104-37.A.4.ii fied in Chapter 107. improvements public
(below). 9 4. Complete a compatibility analysis of the pro-
ii. Industrial uses adjacent to lands designated as posed use with the existing adjacent uses and the supplemental standards
Industrial on the Future Land Use Map allowable uses as specified by the Future Land Use 10 (FLUM) shall have a setback requirement of 5 Map, as part of the development order application feet from the property line.
process. subdivision of land 11 B. The following uses are allowed in HI zoning 5. Heavy industrial uses shall not be located adja- districts; all other uses are prohibited:
cent to any zoning category that allows for resi- standards sign 1. All uses allowed in the LI zoning category. dential uses. 12 management
2. Scrap processing. concurrency
3. Recycling centers. 13
4. Any industrial, manufacturing, distribution, nonconformities storage or warehousing use which is otherwise 14 prohibited in any other zoning district. enforcement 15 definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 27.1 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts 5 design standards [Page Left Blank] 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
16 City of Panama City, FL definitions 7TH COURT
7TH COURT 0’ m n - 5’ max
AVE
0’ min - 5’ max
AVE
AMILTON H 7TH PLACE ARTHUR
0’ min - 5’ max MAC
7TH STREET
0’ min - 5’ max
0’ min - 5’ max BLVD
JR Ascension Sacred 6TH COURT Heart Bay Medical KING Center LUTHER
TIN
0’ min - 5’ max MAR 0’ min - 5’ max
6TH PLACE
0’ min - 5’ max 0’ min - 5’ max
AVE
AMILTON H
MLK Jr. Blvd. and 6th St. Building Setback Zone AVE
Building Setback Zone ARTHUR
Neighborhood Downtown District MAC
5T STREET
AVE
ALTO
0 200 LO
400 ft PA
27-2 4TH STREET
AVE AVE
AVE
AVE
MAPLE ELM MAINE SHERMAN 5’ 5’ - - - - min min
Millville Waterfront 0’ 0’ Park
3RD STREET 0’ 0’
min min -
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5’ 5’
AVE
AVE AVE
ELM ELM MAINE
Millville - 3rd Street 2ND PLAZA Building Setback Zone
Building Setback Zone Watsonat BayoNeighborhooduBa Downtown District
0 200 400 ft
27-3 BECK
AVE Lake Ware
0’ min - 5’ max St. Andrew Bay 0’ min - 5’ max
12TH STREET
0’ min - 5’ max
0’ min - 5’ max
0’ min - 5’ max
0’ min - 5’ max CHESTNUT BAYVIEW BECK
AVE
AVE
AVE
St. Andrews Building Setback Zone 11TH STREET
Building Setback Zone 0’ min - 5’ max
Neighborhood Downtown District 0’ min - 5’ max
10TH STREET 0 200 400 ft
27-4 Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 -28 C. An applicant does not have an entitlement to PUD ARTICLE IIA. - PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT zoning. Rather, the decision to grant PUD zoning lies in 1 (PUD) the sole discretion of the City Commission. general Sec. 104-41. - Planned unit development (PUD). Sec. 104-42. - Types of PUD’s. The types of PUD’s are:
2 A. Residential: Predominantly residential and may A. Purpose. The purpose and intent of a planned unit
admin. include any type housing unit, in any combination. processes development (PUD) zoning district is to promote in- novative and sustainable development. In order to B. Mixed Use: Predominantly non-residential.
3 achieve such purpose and intent, the PUD zoning dis-
review Sec. 104-43. - Demonstration of Applicability. The
authority trict provides a regulatory vehicle for relief from the strict adherence to the requirements of the City’s Uni- provisions of this Chapter shall apply generally to the creation and regulation of all Planned Unit Develop- 4 fied Land Development Code in exchange for devel- section
zoning ments. Where there are conflicts between the provi-
districts opment that provides substantial public benefits which justify such relief. Examples of public benefits include, sions of this Chapter, subdivision or other applicable but are not limited to, donation of land for public rec- ordinances or regulations, this Chapter shall apply. A 5 proposed Planned Unit Development must demon- design reational areas, integration of affordable housing, uti- standards lization of “green” development practices, installation strate the following: of underground utilities, provision of greenway corri-
6 dors, and enhanced protection of habitat. A. Granting of the PUD will result in a recognized and
protection substantial benefit to the ultimate users of the project environment B. Each PUD zoning district shall, at a minimum, and to the community where such benefit would oth- achieve the following objectives: erwise be unfeasible or unlikely to be achieved. 7 1. Encourage developers to exercise greater inge- & buffering landscaping landscaping nuity and imagination in the planning and devel- B. The base zoning district’s allowable uses shall con- opment or redevelopment of tracts of land under trol at least seventy-five percent (75%) development
8 unified control than generally is possible under within a PUD, and shall be specifically approved as parking & loading the more traditional zoning regulations; part.
2. To promote the enhancement of housing, em- C. The PUD may depart from the strict conformance 9
public ployment, shopping, traffic circulation, recre- with the development standards, use and specific con- improvements ational opportunities for the people of the City; tent regulations of this Code to the extent specified in the concept and/or preliminary plan and documents
10 3. Allow a diversification of uses, structures and authorizing the PUD. These deviations/departures
standards open space in a manner compatible with both the shall result in the form of provision of exceptional supplemental existing and approved development of land sur- amenities, design excellence, etc. rounding and abutting the PUD site; 11
of land of Sec. 104-44. - Procedure for Approval. Before ap-
subdivision 4. Provide a means for land to be used more effi- proval of a PUD, the land must receive approval of ciently, and for utilization of smaller networks of a preliminary development plan and a final develop-
12 utilities and streets; ment plan following the procedures and standards of sign
standards this chapter. No building permits may be issued un- 5. To promote the conservation of natural features til the final plan and accompanying data have been and resources by means of retaining the natural submitted, approved, and recorded. Application for 13 amenities of land and encouraging scenic and PUD consideration must be submitted and processed concurrency management functional open space; and in the following manner: 6. Give the developer reasonable assurance of ap- 14 A. Pre-Application Conference. The conference shall proval of a PUD application before the applicant be related to and include an exchange of information nonconformities expends complete design monies, while providing regarding the development of the site under the PUD the City with assurances that the PUD will be de- procedures. It shall be the applicant’s responsibility 15 veloped according to approved specifications. to demonstrate consistency with the goals, objectives enforcement and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, Land Devel-
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opment Code, and all other applicable regulations tal square footage for each type of development; general
and procedures. The applicant shall request in writ- 1 ing a pre-application conference with the Planning 4. A development phasing schedule including se- quence for each phase, approximate size of the Director. The written request should provide a brief processes description of the proposed PUD, i.e., size, location, area in each phase, and proposed phasing of con- admin. description of uses, total square footage of nonresi- struction of public recreation and common open 2 dential uses, nonresidential floor areas ratio, descrip- spaces, and specified location of buildings; authority tion of nonresidential uses, description of housing review 5. Total land area, and approximate location and types, building heights, total amount of open space, 3 amount of open space included in each area; listing of deviations from bulk standards requested, section
number of phases, location of all wetlands and habi- districts
6. Approximate location of proposed and existing zoning tat preservation area, etc. The Planning Director shall streets and pedestrian and bicycle routes, includ- 4 give a written notice to the applicant stating the date, ing points of ingress and egress; and time, and the attendees for the conference. The Di- standards rector shall inform the applicant of the non-refund- 7. Evidence that the property/development will be design able application fee, who can apply, PUD application under unified supervision or control such as the 5 package information, applicant’s responsibility for establishment of a homeowner association. environment ensuring conformance and compatibility to the City’s protection
Comprehensive Plan, Code, and physical characteris- 8. Other documentation reasonably necessary to 6 tics of the site. permit satisfactory review under the requirements landscaping
of this Code and other applicable City ordinances. & buffering B. Preliminary PUD Development Plan. After the pre-application conference, the applicant may sub- D. The City Commission shall approve, approve with 7 mit a completed application along with four (4) cop- modifications, or deny the plan, unless the applicant & loading ies of the preliminary plan and one (1) digital copy. requests an extension. The final PUD development parking
Within twenty (20) working days of receipt of a PUD plan review, for all or part of the development, must 8 application, the Planning Director shall determine be submitted within six (6) months after the prelim-
whether the application is sufficient, and: inary development plan is approved. Subsequent improvements
phases must be submitted in general conformance public 9 1. If the Planning Director determines the applica- with the phasing schedule by the applicant with the tion is not complete, the applicant will be informed preliminary development plan. The City Commis- supplemental
about the specific deficiencies. No further actions sion shall be permitted to require an applicant to standards
shall be taken until the deficiencies are corrected make reasonable contributions including, but not 10 and the application is resubmitted. limited to any combination of the following: subdivision subdivision
2. When the application is determined complete, 1. Dedication of land for public park purposes; of land 11 the Planning Director shall notify the applicant of the application’s sufficiency and that the applica- 2. Dedication of land for public school purposes; tion is ready for preliminary review. The applicant standards sign shall submit five (5) copies of the accepted prelim- 3. Dedication of land for public road right-of-way 12 inary plan. purposes; management 4. Construction of or addition to roads and utili- concurrency
C. The preliminary development plan shall include: 13 ties serving the proposed project when such con- 1. Future land use and zoning district boundaries; struction or addition is reasonably related to the traffic or utility demand to be generated; nonconformities
2. An accurate legal description of the entire area 14 under immediate development within the planned 5. Installation of required traffic safety devices; development; and enforcement
3. A Master Plan of the entire development area; in- 6. Preservation of areas containing significant nat- 15 cluding total number of residential units and unit ural, environmental, historic, archaeological or types, total number of nonresidential units, and to- similar resources. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 30 7. There shall be a rational nexus between the im- 9. Tabulation of separate non-subdivided use area, pacts of the development and such contribution including land area, number of buildings, number 1 and the cost of the contribution shall not exceed of dwelling units, number of bedrooms, and dwell- general the development’s proportionate share of the total ing units per acre; and costs of the improvement.
2 10. The final PUD development plan must be in
admin. E. Any modification by the developer of an approved substantial compliance with the approved prelim- processes preliminary PUD development plan must not: inary development plan. 1. Increase the proposed number of dwelling units 3 by more than five percent (5%); Sec. 104-45. - Changes to Final Development Plan. review
authority The Planning Director may approve those minor 2. Involve a reduction of the area set aside for open changes following an approved final PUD develop-
4 space and usable open space, or a substantial relo- ment plan. In general a minor change shall include section zoning
districts cation of such area; any change to the interior of the development which does not increase density or intensity, or which does 3. Increase by more than five percent (5%) the not decrease buffers or open space. Any other chang- 5 total lot coverage of all buildings and structures design es shall only be approved pursuant to the process set standards within the PUD; or forth in Section 104-43-104-44. 4. Increase by more than five percent (5%) in the 6 Sec. 104-46. - Effect of PUD Zoning District. Any de- height of any buildings.
protection velopment of a PUD must be undertaken and carried environment out in accordance with: F. Final PUD Development Plan. The Planning De- 7 partment shall approve, approve with modifica- A. The approved final PUD development plans. & buffering landscaping landscaping tions, or deny the plan. The final plan shall include: B. The Comprehensive Plan and applicable Land De- 1. An accurate legal description of the entire area velopment Code. 8
parking under immediate development within the planned & loading development; C. Such other conditions or modifications as may be attached to the PUD. 9 2. A PUD of all lands which are parts of the final public
improvements plan being submitted, and meeting all the require- Secs. 104-47. Amendments to Built Planned Unit De- ments for a final plan as established in F.S. 177. velopments. Any part or all of a PUD which is built If lands that are a subject of the final plan are to may be the subject of an application for a variance 10 or other approval covered by the Land Development
standards be subdivided, then a subdivision plat is also re- supplemental quired; Code. The applicant must be the owner of the prop- erty and the owners of the remainder of the original
11 3. Accurate legal descriptions of each separate use PUD must be given notice of the application and of land of
subdivision area, including common open space; other proceedings as if they were owners of property abutting the subject property regardless of their actu- 4. An accurate site plan; al proximity to the subject property. 12 sign
standards 5. A schedule for development; For purposes of this sections, the term “build” means that the roads, utilities, buffering, open space, surface 6. An environmental impact analysis, if required. 13 water management features and structures, common concurrency management 7. A concurrency analysis that meets the require- space, common amenities, common landscaping, ments set forth in this code; gatehouse, entrance signs, entrance ways and other similar items identified as part of the final approved 14 8. Certificates, seals, and signatures required for master concept plan have been constructed and ac- nonconformities the dedication of lands, and recording the docu- knowledged by the City as complete. In the case of ment; PUDs that include residential structures, the term 15 “built” does not mean that all residential structures enforcement have been constructed on individual platted lots.
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Sec. 104-48. Area and density requirements. threatened species as specified in the “Official Lists general
of Endangered Fauna and Flora in Florida” pub- 1 A. A PUD must be at least one (1) acre in area. lished by the Florida Game and Freshwater Fish
Commission. processes B. No minimum lot area or width shall be required admin. within a PUD, provided that the density of the de- B. All development undertaken in a conservation spe- 2 velopment complies with the density set forth in the cial treatment zone shall comply with the environmen-
Comprehensive Plan for the future land use district tal protection standards set forth in Chapter 106. authority in which the property is located, and provided fur- review 3 ther that the proposed lot lines are shown on the mas- Sec. 104-64. - St. Andrews Historic Treatment Zone ter concept plan. (HTZ). section districts A. Purpose. The purpose of this zone is to encour- zoning Sec. 104-49. Fees. Each applicant for a PUD shall pay 4 age a compatible revitalization and redevelopment of a fee to the City for the processing and examination properties in the St. Andrews historic district through of development plans or an amendment thereto. standards
development of vacant parcels and the redevelopment design Secs 104-50—104-60. - Reserved. of existing properties. To accomplish this purpose, the 5 City may reduce the minimum lot size to no less than environment ARTICLE III. - SPECIAL TREATMENT ZONES 5,000 square feet and front and rear setback require- protection
AND OVERLAYS ments to no less than 12.5 feet based upon a finding 6 that the underlying land development regulations would result in the construction of structures not in landscaping
Sec. 104-61. - Purpose. In addition to the zoning dis- & buffering tricts established in section 104-20, special treatment keeping with the scale and character of the existing zones and overlays shall be depicted on the Zoning structures within the district. The reductions granted 7 Map. These zones and overlays are for areas which, by in favor of an applicant for specific design proposals & loading the nature of their environmental, economic, social, shall not be subject to transfer without prior approval parking cultural, historic, or blighted conditions, deserve spe- of the Planning Board. 8 cial consideration. B. District defined. The St. Andrews historic treatment improvements
Sec. 104-62. - Applicability. All applicable provisions zone is defined as those parcels depicted on the St. public 9 of this Unified Land Development Code shall apply in Andrews historic neighborhood map located south of all special treatment zones and overlays, as well as those Highway 98 and north of St. Andrews Bay, between supplemental in this article. Liddon and Frankford Avenues on file in the Office standards
of the City Clerk, which is by reference made a part 10 Sec. 104-63. - Conservation Special Treatment Zones hereof. (CSTZ). subdivision subdivision
A. Designated conservation special treatment zones in- C. Modifications to minimum requirements. of land 11 clude the following: 1. Variance. Minimum lot area and setback require- 1. Flood zones. Flood zones shown on flood insur- ments. Upon the approval of the City’s Planning ance rate map(s); Director, the Planning Board may modify the mini- standards sign mum lot area and setback requirements hereof. 12 2. Potential wetlands. Wetlands shown on the Nation- management al Wetlands Inventory Map for Panama City as pub- 2. Minimum criteria. The St. Andrews historic concurrency
lished by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; neighborhood overlay design standards on file in the 13 office of the City Clerk are incorporated by reference 3. Marine resources. Bodies of water including estu- into this Code. All modifications must conform to nonconformities arine water bodies, estuarine shoreline and seagrass the referenced Standards and be consistent with the beds as shown on the national wetlands inventory following criteria: 14 map for Panama City published by the U.S. Fish and i. Walls shall be constructed of materials that match
Wildlife Service; the area’s historic materials in composition, size, enforcement
shape, color, pattern and texture. 15 4. Wildlife habitat. Includes Audubon Island and other areas which provide habitat for endangered or ii. Foundations shall be designed to retain the definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 32 neighborhood’s relationship between the height of i. Whether the proposal is compatible with the Joint the foundation and the exterior framing. Land Use Study adopted in October 2009; 1
general iii. Windows and doors shall have substantial con- ii. Whether NSA Panama City’s mission or opera- formity to the building’s historic character. tions will be adversely affected by the proposal;
2 iv. The structure shall conform to the character of iii. Whether the proposal will have an effect on the admin. processes the neighborhood and not overshadow existing economic vitality of the installation; and/or structures in form or design.
3 iv. Whether any mitigation efforts could be made to
review D. Declaration of variance. Properties granted a vari- reduce or eliminate any adverse impact of the pro- authority ance will be evidenced by a declaration filed in the posal to the installation or its operation(s). official records of Bay County, Florida. The variance, 4 section Sec. 104-66. - Gateway Overlay (GO) (Formerly
zoning however, is subject to the construction of improve- districts ments upon which the variance was granted. Should known as the Tourist Corridor Overlay) the owner of the property fail to comply with the con- A. Purpose. The purpose of the Gateway Overlay (GO) 5 ditions of the variance, the zoning classification of the is to promote the general health, safety and welfare of design standards property that applied to the property before its inclu- the community; to create a sense of place that is aesthet- sion in the historical district shall apply to property on ically appealing for those traveling through the City; to encourage innovative development projects that set 6 which the variance was granted. standards for landscaping, community design and aes- protection environment Sec. 104-65. - Naval Support Activity (NSA) Panama thetics; to establish consistent and harmonious design City Military Influence Overlay District (MIOD) standards for public improvements and private proper- 7 A. Purpose. The Military Influence Overlay District ty development along Highway 98 and parts of Harri- & buffering landscaping landscaping (MIOD) is established to ensure that the Naval Sup- son Avenue so as to unify the distinctive visual quality port Activity (NSA) Panama City remains viable and of the Corridor.
8 able to fulfill their mission.
parking B. District Defined. The GO applies to non-residential & loading B. District defined. The NSA Panama City MIOD land parcels of record within the City having frontage Boundary is identified as those portions within the In- along major roadways of U.S. Hwy. 98 / 15th Street; 9
public corporated City of Panama City boundary as shown Harrison Avenue; Highway 368 / 23rd Street; Business improvements in the Comprehensive Plan on Map 2. The NSA Pan- U.S. Highway 98; Highway 390; Beck Ave. & Highway ama City MIOD boundary consists of the NSA Pana- 77. The district applies to property within 400 feet
10 ma City Land Use/Water Interface Military Influence of the roadway (on each side of the road). standards
supplemental Area and the NSA Panama City Frequency Military No Certificate of Occupancy regarding any Building Influence Area located within the Incorporated City of Permit or Development Order shall be granted prior to Panama City. 11
of land of assurance that requirements of this Chapter have been subdivision C. Joint Review. All development applications with- met. in the NSA Panama City MIOD which, if approved, C. Design Requirements. Refer to Chapter 105 for de- 12
sign would affect the intensity, density, or use of land shall sign requirements in the GO. standards be jointly reviewed by the Panama City Planning De- partment and NSA Panama City, prior to final action. D. Prohibited Uses:
13 1. Within 10 working days of receipt of the applica- 1. The following uses are prohibited in the GO: tion comments and accompanying data and analysis concurrency management i. Sale and use of mobile/manufactured homes; from the commanding officer or his designee must be provided to the City in writing and will be con- ii. Flea markets; bazaars, yard sales, or similar sales; 14 sidered as part of the review process. Comments re- iii. Any business commonly known as “check cash- nonconformities garding comprehensive plan amendments shall be ing,” or any business which, as a material part of its forwarded to the state land planning agency. services, provides future employment wages or oth- 15 er compensation (often known as “payday loans,” or
enforcement 2. Comments may assess the following criteria:
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“payday advances”); Sec. 104-67. - East Robinson Bayou Planned Unit general
Development (ERB) 1 iv. Dating services, escort services, valet services; A. Purpose. The purpose and intent of the ERB zon-
v. Pawnshops, as defined by section 539.001(2), ing district is to provide an opportunity for limited processes non-residential and residential development on cer- admin.
Florida Statutes; 2 tain real property located along Frankford Avenue and vi. Bail bond agencies, as defined by section adjacent to East Robinson Bayou with Parcel Identi- authority
648.25(1), Florida Statutes; fication Numbers 26656-030-000 and 26656-020-000. review
The ERB zoning district shall be allowed only in the 3 vii. Palm readers, fortune tellers, tarot card readers, East Robinson Bayou future land use category. psychics, and similar businesses; section districts B. Permitted Uses: Each residential lot shall be used zoning
viii. Bottle clubs; 4 solely for a single-family detached residence. Non-res- ix. Any business which, as a material part of its ser- idential uses shall be limited to professional and busi- standards
vices, provides loans secured by vehicle titles (often ness offices, retail uses, restaurants and food establish- design
known as “car-title loans”); ments, and medical healthcare services. 5
x. Impound yards; automobile wrecking; recycling C. Height: The maximum building height for a sin- environment protection yards; and similar uses; gle-family residence shall be forty-five (45) feet. The maximum building height for a non-residential struc- 6 xi. Recreational vehicle (RV) sales, storage, repair ture shall be fifty (50) feet. landscaping (except for projects approved by the City Commission); & buffering
xii. Stand-alone car wash facilities (excluding the ex- D. Intensity: The maximum intensity for non-residen- 7 press & conveyorized, automated tunnel car washes); tial uses is a floor area ratio of 2.0 to be located on one 1. non-residential lot approximately 1.68 acres in size, & loading xiii. Mobile home parks; which shall be located adjacent to Frankford Avenue. parking 8 xiv. Heavy equipment sales, service, and storage; E. Density: The maximum density in the ERB zoning
district is nine (9) residential lots ranging in lot sizes of improvements
xv. Self-Service Storage Facilities; public
0.37 acres to 0.75 acres. 9 xvi. Dispatch office and vehicle fleet parking, stor- F. Impervious Surface Ratio: The maximum ISR for a
age and maintenance; supplemental residential lot is 0.60 of the total parcel area. The max- standards xvii. Labor pools; imum ISR for the non-residential lot is 0.70 of the total 10 parcel area. xviii. Adult entertainment; subdivision subdivision of land ixx. Manufacturing of chemical products; G. Residential Setbacks & Lot Sizes: Minimum set- 11 backs shall be: (1) front – 20 feet; (2) rear – 10 feet; (3) xxi. Contractor storage or salvage yard; side – 5 feet; and (4) waterfront – 20 feet. The mini- standards
mum lot size shall be 15,000 square feet, and the min- sign xxii. Towing service and 12 imum lot frontage shall be 50 feet. xxiii. Window tinting. management H. Non-Residential Setbacks: Minimum setbacks shall concurrency
E. Transit Facilities: be: (1) front – 15 feet; (2) rear – 20 feet; (3) side – 7 13 1. Developments greater than 100,000 square feet feet; and (4) waterfront – 20 feet.
shall designate a minimum one hundred (100) square nonconformities I. Community Dock: A community dock shall be al-
foot area on the site plan as a transit stop if requested 14 by the Bay Town Trolley. lowed in accordance with FDEP and ACOE permits.
F. Seasonal Sales: Secs. 104-68—104-90. - Reserved. enforcement 1. Seasonal sales items shall not occupy any required 15 parking spaces, parking lot aisles, or required land- scaping buffers or areas. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 104 - ZONING DISTRICTS Unified Land Development Code 4 - 34 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 section zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
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dential neighborhoods in the City, the following archi- general
CHAPTER 105 – DESIGN STANDARDS tectural and aesthetic standards shall apply to all sin- 1 gle-family residences in the City within any land use district, except as follows: processes Sec. 105-1. - Purpose and intent. The purpose of this admin. chapter is to provide site design and improvement stan- 1. MH-1 District; 2 dards applicable to specific areas within the City. The provisions are intended to ensure functional and attrac- 2. Mobile home parks; authority review
tive development. The standards allow for flexibility in 3 site design, while ensuring compatibility with adjacent 3. Residential Designed Manufactured Homes; uses. and districts zoning
Sec. 105-2. - General Citywide Setback Standards. 4. Any other single-family residence located in a 4 The following standards shall apply to development subdivision which is subject to covenants and re- standards strictions which regulate exterior appearance and section within the entire City, regardless of the zoning district design classification. aesthetics when such covenants apply to all lots 5 within the subdivision. Such subdivisions shall be
A. Setbacks. deemed to be similar in appearance and are there- environment 1. Measurement of setbacks. Setbacks for primary fore exempt from the requirements of this section. protection structures shall be measured from the foundation or 6 wall. B. Architectural and aesthetic standards. landscaping 1. Roof. & buffering i. The roof shall have a minimum overhang of 12
2. Setbacks on odd-shaped lots. Setbacks on odd 7 shaped parcels shall be determined by averaging the inches. setback measures at right angles from the parcel line & loading to the building corners. ii. The roof pitch shall be equal to or greater than parking the roof pitches of the majority of homes in the 8 3. Setbacks on curves. Setbacks should follow a surrounding neighborhood, but not less than 4
curve of the street, road or alley. inches of rise for every 12 inches of run. improvements public 9 4. Setbacks on road right-of-ways. All new struc- 2. The electric meter box shall be permanently af- tures built along road right-of-ways should adhere fixed to the single family structure. supplemental
to a front yard setback along that road. If the lot is a standards corner lot then it must adhere to two front setbacks. 3. Exterior steps, if any, shall be permanently affixed 10 to the foundation or a façade stem wall.
5. Wetlands setbacks. Setbacks for state and feder- subdivision
4. Foundation. of land
al jurisdictional wetlands shall be 30 feet from any 11 structure, except for water dependent uses such as i. Each single-family residence shall have a perma- docks and boathouses. nent foundation or permanent enclosure around the perimeter of any elevated home that presents standards sign 6. Accessory structures setbacks. Three feet from any a clean, uncluttered appearance. A permanent 12 abutting parcel line not adjoining a street or alley; 7 foundation may include break-away walls, when management feet from a street or alley right-of-way line. required in flood areas. concurrency 13 7. Measurement of setbacks for accessory structures ii. The foundation and finished architectural ele- and uses. Setbacks for decks, pool decks, patios, and vation shall be substantially similar in appearance other accessory structures and uses shall be from the to the foundation and finished architectural eleva- nonconformities outermost point of such use or structure, to include tions of residences in the surrounding neighbor- 14 roof eaves and pool decks. hood. enforce ment
Sec. 105-3. – Appearance Standards for Single-Fam- 5. Siding. 15 i. Each single-family residence shall have siding ily Dwellings. -
A. Applicability. To promote consistency within resi- material consisting of brick, stucco, stone, wood definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 2 shingles, masonry, a vinyl covering, or any other Recesses and projections shall be a minimum of six material that appears on the majority of homes in inches (6”) in depth and a minimum of three (3) feet 1 the surrounding neighborhood. long within each 100 feet of facade length. general ii. This provision does not require a residence’s sid- 3. Building facades facing the major roadways shall
2 ing to be constructed from certain materials, only include a minimum of three (3) of the following de-
admin. that the siding has the appearance of such mate- sign elements along no less than sixty (60) percent of processes rial. their length: i. Arcade; 3 Sec. 105-4. – Gateway Overlay District (GO) Design review authority Standards. ii. Awnings/shutters/canopies, located over or next A. Purpose. The purpose of the Gateway Overlay to doors or windows;
4 District (GO) is to promote the general health, safe-
zoning zoning iii. Clock, bell tower, or cupola; districts ty and welfare of the community; to create a sense of place that is aesthetically appealing for those travel- iv. Decorative light fixtures;
5 ing through the City; to encourage innovative devel- section
design opment projects that set standards for landscaping, v. Decorative landscape planters or window flow- standards community design and aesthetics; to establish consis- er boxes containing flowers and landscaping; tent and harmonious design standards for public im- 6 provements and private property development along vi. Raised cornice parapets over the doors; protection
environment the major corridors so as to unify the distinctive visual quality of these roadways. vii. Medallions; 7 B. District Defined. The GO District applies to non-res- viii. Clear glass display window(s) that cover at & buffering landscaping landscaping idential land parcels of record within the City lim- least twenty (20) percent of one facade or thirty its having frontage along the major roadways of U.S. (30) percent of two facades; 8 Highway 98 / 15th Street; Harrison Avenue; Highway
parking ix. Overhanging eaves extending out from the wall & loading 368 / 23rd Street; Business U.S. Highway 98; Beck Ave; at least three (3) feet with a minimum eight (8) Highway 390; and Highway 77. The district applies to inch fascia; and 9 property within 400 feet of the roadway (on each side public
improvements of the road). x. Architectural details other than those listed above, which are integrated into the building and No Certificate of Occupancy regarding any Building overall design, such as artwork, decorative tile 10 Permit or Development Order shall be granted prior to
standards work, or decorative columns/pilasters. supplemental assurance that requirements of this Chapter have been met. 4. All building facades visible from the major road-
11 ways shall include a minimum of two design elements of land of C. Entryways. subdivision listed in Section 105-2.D.3 along no less than 40% of 1. At least one public entrance shall be located facing their length. the major roadway and connected by a pedestrian 12 sign sidewalk. Such entrance may be to tenant spaces 5. At least 75 percent of all visible walls shall be made standards other than the primary tenant. of wood, brick, stone, stucco, synthetic stucco, exte- rior insulation finish system (E.I.F.S.), wood, archi-
13 2. Parcels located on major roadways shall provide tectural concrete panels, or similar non-ferrous ma- interconnectivity between adjacent parcels where concurrency management terials determined by the director as a matter of fact feasible. to be aesthetically comparable and at least as opaque,
14 D. Facades. weather resistant and permanent as one or more of the foregoing materials. nonconformities 1. To improve the view along the corridor, large un- differentiated wall planes shall be avoided. 6. Roofs shall be noncorrosive standing-seam metal, 15 2. Building facades visible from the major roadways tiles, shingles or similar materials. enforcement shall be articulated with recesses and projections.
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E. Roof Treatment. general
1. Variations in roof lines shall be used to add inter- I. Fences and Walls. 1 est and reduce the massing of buildings. Roof features 1. No fences or walls should be located in the front shall be in scale with building mass. and/or corner side yard unless they are of a deco- processes rative nature and approved for use by the Planning admin. 2. At a minimum of two locations the roof edge or Department. 2 parapet shall have a vertical change of a minimum of
three feet from the dominant roof design. At least one 2. New freestanding or retaining walls must be made authority review
such change shall be located on the facade facing the of stone, brick, or similar materials. 3 major roadways. J. Accessory Structures. districts F. Access Management. 1. Accessory structure(s) should be of a style, color, zoning
1. New curb cuts shall be minimized. New develop- and materials consistent with the main structure(s). 4 ments shall provide vehicular access to adjacent va- standards 2. Dish or satellite antennas should not be visible section
cant parcels, and if possible to developed parcels, by design
means of connected parking lots, shared driveways, from a public or private street. 5 cross-access easements, or other inter-parcel connec-
tions. K. Signs. environment 1. Free standing ground monuments are the pre- protection 2. Stub-outs and other design features shall be pro- ferred choice of signs along the corridor. The maxi- 6 vided that make it visually obvious that the abutting mum height shall be 35 feet; the maximum size per landscaping properties are accessible thru cross-access points. face shall be 120 feet. & buffering 7 3. Siting of buildings shall take into consideration Sec. 105-5. – Dumpsters. the relationship of the site to adjacent buildings and A. All placement and use of dumpsters and garbage & loading internal street systems and driving aisles to promote containers shall fully comply with the requirements of parking interconnectivity between adjacent land uses. Separa- this section. 8 tion of buildings by internal streets or driving aisles
may be required to promote connectivity and pro- B. A dumpster shall be required for the following spe- improvements public
mote pedestrian orientation. cific uses regardless of gross floor area: restaurants, 9 grocery stores, convenience stores and multifamily de- 4. Stormwater ponds and landscaping that prohibits velopment of eight or more units. supplemental pedestrian access shall be located so as to minimize standards pedestrian impediments. C. A dumpster shall be required for all commercial, 10 mixed use, and industrial development where the total
G. Lighting. gross floor area of all buildings on the site is 2,000 or subdivision of land
1. Lighting should be from concealed sources (i.e., the more square feet. 11 light source or bulb itself is not visible) and be of a kind that does not distort colors. D. Multifamily development of less than eight units or commercial, mixed use, and industrial development standards
2. Lighting should be of a downcast directional or sign 12 cut-off type capable of shielding the light source from that is less than 2,000 square feet of gross floor area direct view and providing well-defined lighting pat- may provide either a dumpster or individual garbage management terns. Exceptions may be permitted for lower voltage containers. concurrency accent lighting such as traditional coach lights. 13 E. Dumpsters shall meet the following standards: 1. Dumpsters shall be located on a paved surface of 3. Outdoor lighting must not spill over onto adjoin- nonconformities ing properties, buffers, highways, nor impair the vi- sufficient size to accommodate the dumpster. 14 sion of motor vehicle operators. 2. The dumpster location shall be easily accessible for pickup.
H. Outdoor Storage. enforce ment 1. All outside storage, service areas, refuse remov- 3. Dumpsters shall be located to the rear or side of 15 al areas, loading areas or displays of goods shall be the principal building. - screened from the view of all public rights-of-ways. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 4 4. Dumpsters shall not be located within any required F. Garbage containers shall meet the following stan- buffer area, landscaped area, including parking lot dards: 1 landscaping, or stormwater management area. 1. Containers shall be of a size and type provided by general the City. 5. Dumpsters shall be set back from any adjacent 2. A stable, firm, and level surface shall be provided,
2 property designated or used for residential purposes both in the permanent location and the pickup loca-
admin. a minimum of 30 feet.
processes tion.
6. Dumpsters shall be located a minimum of 20 feet 3. Containers shall be located to the rear or side of the 3 from the exterior wall of a building, unless a closer principal building, except when moved to the front review authority distance is acceptable based on the fire rating of the for pickup. wall and approved by the City.
4 4. Containers shall be screened from view from adja-
zoning zoning 7. Dumpsters shall be screened as follows: districts cent properties and the public right-of-way. Screening i. All four sides shall be screened and the enclosure may be provided by shrubs planted in a double-stag- shall be constructed of concrete block, poured gered row on three sides or by a wooden or masonry 5 section concrete, recycled plastic, lathe and stucco over
design enclosure on three sides.
standards styrofoam, or other durable, opaque material. Un- der no circumstances shall chain link fence woven 5. Containers shall not be located in any required buf-
6 with slats made of vinyl, aluminum, or any other fer area, landscaped area, including landscaped park- ing lots, or stormwater management area.
protection material be used for screening enclosures subject environment to this Chapter. The enclosure shall have a decora- tive, finished appearance to compliment the prin- Sec. 105-6. – Gasoline Service Station and Auto Re- 7 cipal structures on site and shall be maintained in pair. & buffering landscaping landscaping good repair and appearance at all times. A. A gasoline service station is permissible in the mixed use, commercial, and industrial zoning districts, sub-
8 ii. Screening shall be in the form of deciduous or ject to the district standards and the design standards parking
& loading evergreen trees and shrubs, or a solid opaque fence set forth in this section. or gate. Plants shall be planted in a double-stag- gered row to form a continuous hedge, and shall B. The term “gasoline service station” includes conve- 9
public be planted to allow the installation of a gate for nience stores with gas pumps, and establishments that improvements access. provide the following accessory uses, in addition to gas pumps: fast food restaurants, drive-thru restaurants,
10 iii. Trees and shrubs shall comply with the spec- groceries, sundries, supplies for the traveling public,
standards ifications for landscaping materials set forth in food, and beverages. supplemental Chapter 105, except that shrubs shall be a mini- mum of one and a half feet in height at the time C. Access requirements for gasoline service stations: 11 1. Access shall be from a collector or arterial street. of land of of planting. Trees shall be selected from the City’s subdivision tree replant list and shall be planted a maximum of 2. Access shall be a minimum of 50 feet from a street eight feet apart, on center. intersection as measured at the intersection of the 12 sign street centerlines.
standards iv. A gate shall be of an opaque material of color and material complimentary of the enclosure and D. Gasoline service station pump islands shall be set shall provide access with a minimum 12’ opening. 13 back a minimum of twenty (20) feet from any property concurrency management 8. Screening enclosures in existence as of the effec- line. tive date of this Chapter are exempt from the re- E. Underground storage tanks shall be designed, lo-
14 quirements of this section. However, if an existing cated, and monitored in full compliance with State re- screening enclosure is substantially rebuilt (cost of nonconformities quirements. Evidence of such compliance shall be pro- reconstruction exceeds 50% of the replacement val- vided to the City. ue of the original structure) or replaced, the require- 15 ments of this Chapter must be met.
enforcement F. Oil drainage pits and hydraulic lifts shall be located
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as follows: B. Playgrounds shall be provided in a size and type general
1. Such uses shall be within an enclosed structure. required by State standards. The following additional 1 standards shall apply: 2. Such uses shall be set back a minimum of 50 feet 1. The playground shall be located in the rear yard. processes from any property line. Where site characteristics prevent location of a play- admin. G. Gasoline service stations located within 100 feet of ground in the rear yard, and adequate space is avail- 2 any property designated for residential uses shall meet able in the side yard, a playground may be located in the following standards: authority
the side yard. Location of a playground in the front review
1. The buffer shall be two times the buffer that is -oth yard is prohibited. 3 erwise required by Table 107.1. 2. The playground shall be fully fenced. districts 2. An opaque or solid fence shall be required on any zoning
side or rear property line that is within 100 feet of any 3. The playground shall be located no closer than 50 4 property in a residential land use district. The fence feet to any adjacent property designated as a residen- standards section
shall be a minimum of six feet in height, but not more tial land use district. design
than 8 feet in height. 5 Sec. 105-8. – Outdoor Storage.
3. The decorative or finished side of the fence shall A. Outdoor storage is prohibited on vacant property in environment face outward. all zoning districts. protection 6 H. Drive-thru lanes for restaurants or car wash facili- B. Outdoor storage shall be fully screened from view landscaping ties associated with the gasoline service station shall be from adjacent properties and from public rights-of- & buffering located a minimum of 100 feet from any property des- way by a fence, wall, landscaping, berm or buffer. 7 ignated for residential uses. Distance shall be measured 1. Where a fence or wall is proposed, the fence or from the outermost edge of the drive-thru lane to the wall shall be solid (not chain link) and either wood- & loading property line of property designated for residential use. en, or masonry, a minimum of six feet in height, and parking a maximum of eight feet in height. 8 I. All exterior lighting shall be directed and shielded to
avoid direct illumination of adjacent properties. C. Stored materials shall not exceed the height of the improvements fence. public J. Audio amplification systems, including, but not lim- 9 ited to, telephone loudspeakers or paging systems, shall D. Outdoor storage of parts and materials shall be supplemental be located to ensure that the sound cannot be heard on maintained in a neat and orderly manner. standards adjacent properties. 10 E. Outdoor storage shall include goods, materials, K. Any repair services shall be provided only within an equipment and vehicles with current tag and registra- subdivision subdivision enclosed building. tion. of land 11
L. Vehicle parts, supplies, damaged parts, or other ma- F. The storage area shall be maintained in a stabilized, terials and supplies shall be stored within an enclosed dust-free surface. standards sign building. 12 Sec. 105-9. – Automobile Vehicle Sales. Automobile M. Canopies over gas pumps or pump islands shall vehicle sales established for new or used vehicles are management meet the setback requirements for the land use district permissible in the commercial and industrial zoning concurrency in which they are located. districts, subject to the standards for the district and 13 the supplemental standards set forth in this ULDC.
N. The sale of vehicles is prohibited on the gasoline ser- nonconformities
vice station site and any adjacent right-of-way. A. Automobile vehicle sales establishments may sell, 14 rent, or lease vehicles, including watercraft that are Sec. 105-7. – Commercial Daycare, Pre-School, and currently licensed. enforce
Nursery School. ment A. Day care centers shall provide proof of compliance B. Automobile vehicle sales establishments shall be lo- 15 with State standards. cated a minimum of 100 feet from any property desig- - definitions nated for residential use. 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 6 tricts and shall comply with the following: C. All areas for display or sale shall be provided with 1. Use shall only be for dead storage of personal prop- 1 a paved, or stabilized, dust free surface. Areas used for erty not otherwise prohibited herein. general display or sale of vehicles shall not include any parking spaces required to meet the standards of Chapter 108. 2. There shall be no use that is noxious or offensive
2 because of odors, dust, noise, fumes or vibrations.
admin. D. Mechanical repairs, body, and paint repairs are per- processes mitted as an accessory use to facilities providing new 3. There shall be no storage of flammable liquids or or used vehicles, and watercraft. Such repairs shall only other dangerous materials or chemicals, or storage of 3 be conducted within an enclosed building which meets animals. review authority all applicable federal and State requirements, including 4. Such facility shall be completely enclosed and cli- health, safety and fire prevention regulations. mate controlled within 300 feet of a public road. 4 zoning zoning districts E. All property lines adjacent to vehicle displays shall 5. There shall be no activity, including, but not limited have installed a permanent fence, landscaping, and a to, band practice, which causes the assembly of peo- parking block to prevent vehicles from accidentally 5 ple not using the facility for dead storage. section
design rolling from the display area. standards 6. There shall be no unlawful use of a facility or part F. The owner of the vehicle sales establishment shall thereof.
6 prepare a plan and inventory for the safe storage of 7. No storage is permitted within the Gateway Over-
protection flammable or hazardous materials to be stored or used environment on the property. The plan shall provide for the preven- lay District or along the tourist corridors in the City. tion, containment, recovery, and mitigation of spilled 7 fuel or other hazardous material. The inventory shall Sec. 105-11. – Recreational vehicles or boats. Rec- & buffering landscaping landscaping be submitted to the City prior to the building permit reational vehicles or boats may not be stored in the approval, listing the type, quantity, and location of front yard or front parking area of any residence un-
8 these materials. The inventory shall be kept current less parked within a carport, garage or other permanent parking & loading pursuant to direction provided by the City. shelter, or behind approved fencing which shields the vehicle or boat from view. G. Vehicles, signs, banners, tents, or other items shall 9
public not be stored, parked, displayed, or otherwise placed Sec. 105-12. – Development south of Beach Drive. improvements on public rights-of- way at any time. All buildings, structures, piers, or docks, except those associated with governmental or utility operations, are
10 H. All exterior lighting shall be directed or shielded to prohibited in the area south of Beach Drive between
standards avoid illumination of adjacent properties. Frankford Avenue and the Johnson Bayou Bridge. supplemental I. Audio amplification systems, including, but not limited to, telephone loudspeakers or paging systems, Sec. 105-13. – Marinas. 11 A. Public Purpose. The development and operation of of land of shall be located to ensure that they cannot be heard on subdivision adjacent properties. marinas is an activity potentially detrimental to recre- ation, fish life, navigation, waterfront accessibility and
12 J. All outside storage and loading areas shall be fully aesthetic values shared by the public at large, and shall sign
standards screened from view from adjacent properties and the be properly managed according to the minimum stan- public right-of-way. Screening may be landscaping or dards of this section. The purpose of this section is to enclosed by a wooden, masonry, or solid fence. Where provide standards and criteria intended to minimize 13 landscaping is provided, the landscaping shall meet the potential detrimental effects caused by marina de- concurrency management the standards set forth in Section 107. Where a fence velopment. is provided, the fence shall be a maximum of 8 feet in
14 height. The finished side shall face outward. B. Applicability. The standards and criteria set forth in this section shall apply to all new marina developments nonconformities Sec. 105-10. – Mini-Warehouse and Self-Storage Fa- and the expansion of any existing marina. cilities. Mini-warehouse or self-service storage facility 15 C. Other permits or approvals. All required permits shall be permitted within the GC-2 and Industrial Dis- enforcement and approvals from government agencies having juris-
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diction over a marina development are a prerequisite to plan for residents of live-aboard vessels; general
the issuance of a development order by the City. Not- 1 withstanding the above, the City may issue a letter of vi. Designate future upland spoil site(s) for main- intent if such letter is necessary to obtain the required tenance dredging activities, if applicable; processes permits or approvals from other agencies provided the admin. vii. Be located in a manner to afford immediate 2 developer (or the applicant) has provided the City with access to natural channels so that minimum or no reasonable assurances the other required permits or ap-
dredging shall be required; authority
provals can be obtained. review
viii. All marinas will provide pumpout facilities 3 D. Types of marinas. Marinas are classified and defined or holding tanks adequate to serve the anticipated as follows: districts
volume of waste. Commercial marinas and those zoning 1. Commercial marina, which is defined as a facili-
with live-aboard traffic must provide upland sew- 4 ty offering in-water boat dockage or slip rentals not age facilities and shall prohibit inappropriate sew- associated with fabrication, construction, repair or standards age pumpout; section maintenance of boats or vessels or the removal of design boats or vessels from the water for such purposes. ix. Maintain water quality standards required by 5 Any docking facility, with or without dock or slip F.S. Ch. 403; environment
rentals, providing fuel or offering merchandise for protection
sale shall be deemed a commercial marina. x. Be located in areas having adequate water depth 6 to accommodate the proposed boat use without 2. Private marina, which is defined as any dock or fa- landscaping
disturbance of bottom habitats; & buffering cility offering spaces for boat dockage or slip rentals,
the use of which is restricted to membership in a pri- xi. Delineate immediate access points with chan- 7 vate club or organization, including yacht clubs, boat- nel markers that indicate speed limits and any oth-
ing clubs, boating and sailing associations, and other er applicable regulations or conditions; & loading parking parking
like and similar types of organizations. 8 xii. Be located in appropriate land use districts; E. Location by land use district.
xiii. Be located in areas away from sea grass beds, improvements
1. All marinas are prohibited in residential districts. public
oyster reefs and other important fish and shellfish 9 2. Marinas may be allowed in Urban Residential, spawning and nursery areas;
Mixed Use, and General Commercial districts as con- supplemental
xiv. Demonstrate a public need and economic via- standards ditional uses and as allowable uses in LI and HI dis- bility and feasibility; 10 tricts. xv. Prohibit the discharge from any boat or vessel F. Location criteria and development standards. subdivision of land
of any oil, fuel, grease, paint, solvent, construction 11 1. All new marinas or marina expansions shall com- debris, or other similar substances. ply with the following criteria and standards:
i. The upland area must be of sufficient size to- ac Sec. 105-14. – Sidewalk Cafe – Flexible Street Cafe standards sign commodate parking, utility and support facilities; Program. 12 A. Generally. Sidewalk dining that is compatible with ii. Provide public access, if applicable; management other uses of the public sidewalk is encouraged within concurrency
iii. Not be located in an area identified as inappro- the CRAs. The City finds that sidewalk cafés encour- 13 priate for marina development in the Marina Sit- age a pedestrian-oriented environment, help to create a visually attractive atmosphere and streetscape, and ing Study for West Florida (West Florida Regional nonconformities Planning Council; June 1984) unless appropriate promote overall commerce. 14 mitigating actions are taken; B. Declarations. In adopting these regulations, the City Commission has found and declared that: iv. Demonstrate the capability to provide cleanup of enforce ment oil spills within boundaries of the leased area; 1. There exists the need for outdoor eating establish- 15
ments in certain pedestrian oriented areas of Down- -
v. Provide a hurricane mitigation and evacuation town to provide a unique environment for relaxation definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 8 and food consumption. to grant any person any property right or interest in the sidewalk parking area or public right-of-way. A request 1 2. Because of the high intensity of development in for an exemption to the City’s Alcohol Ordinance (Mu- general certain commercial corridors in the downtown area, nicipal Code Section 3-3) shall be made for those cafes the lack of adequate vacant land and the need to en- desiring to serve alcoholic beverages in the café simul-
2 courage the redevelopment of existing structures, taneously with the request for use of the public right-of-
admin. there exists a need to provide an opportunity for out-
processes way. Any individual or entity possessing, consuming, door dining to be located on sidewalks in the public purchasing or selling alcoholic beverages pursuant to right-of-way. the City Commission approval shall do so only in des- 3
review ignated areas and only during designated time periods
authority 3. The existence of sidewalk cafés encourages addi- authorized by license and shall do so in full compliance tional pedestrian traffic to these areas and encour- with all municipal and state laws and regulations.
4 ages more downtown activity and further redevelop- zoning zoning districts ment. D. Application, Permit and Fee. The City’s Planning Department shall provide, review and accept the Side- 4. The presence of sidewalk cafés may impede the
5 walk Café Permit Application from those interested in section flow of pedestrian traffic on the public right of way. design applying for this permit/license. Fee shall be nominal standards 5. There is a need for regulations and standards for amount for the program. the existence and operation of sidewalk cafes to fa- 6 E. Liability and Insurance. cilitate a safe environment and avoid impeding pe- protection 1. By applying for a flexible streets sidewalk café li- environment destrian access on public right of way. cense, any person owning or operating such use
7 6. The establishment of permit conditions, specific agrees to indemnify, defend, save and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents and employees from any
& buffering location requirements and safety standards for side- landscaping landscaping walk cafés is necessary to protect and promote the and all claims, liability, lawsuits, damages and caus- general health, safety, and welfare of the residents of es of action which may rise out of such activity. The 8 owner or operator shall enter into a written agree-
parking the City. & loading ment with the City to provide this indemnification. 7. The issuance of a sidewalk café license agreement Such agreement must be reviewed by the City Attor- 9 shall not constitute nor shall it be construed to con- ney. public
improvements stitute a vacation or abandonment by the City of its interest in the right-of-way or any easements con- 2. The owner or operator shall acquire and keep in tained therein. full force and effect, at its own expense, insurance in 10 the following amounts and types: standards supplemental 8. The establishment of a sidewalk café flexible i. Commercial general liability in the amount of streets program is the preferable method of implant- at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily inju-
11 ing sidewalk cafes in Downtown to avoid large cap- ry and property damage. The City shall be named of land of
subdivision ital costs to the City and business owners who may as an additional insured on this policy and an en- desire to expand dining options. dorsement must be issued as part of the policy ev- idencing compliance with this requirement. The 12 sign C. License Agreement Required. It shall be unlawful flexible streets sidewalk café area must be added to standards for any person to operate a flexible street sidewalk café the applicant’s general liability insurance and the or install or place any sidewalk café facilities on any addition of the sidewalk café location must be ref-
13 sidewalk, adjacent parking area or public right-of-way erenced on the certificate of insurance. concurrency management without a permit or license as provided by this section. Receipt of a sidewalk café license shall exempt the li- ii. Liquor liability insurance is also required in the cense holder from obtaining a “minor easement” from amount of $1,000,000. 14 the City for any fixture or structure approved by the nonconformities license. A sidewalk café license shall be a permit to iii. Workers’ compensation and employers’ liability use the sidewalk and related area of the right-of-way as required by the State of Florida. 15 shall not grant nor shall it be construed or considered
enforcement iv. All policies must be issued by companies autho-
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rized to do business in the State of Florida and rated and separation of pedestrians from vehicular traffic, general
A; VI or better by A.M.’s Key Rating Guide, latest are adequately addressed. Sidewalk cafés may use 1 edition. the parking areas directly in front of the business with authorization in the license. processes v. The City shall receive at least 30 days written no- 5. Flexible streets sidewalk cafés shall be located in a admin. tice prior to any cancellation, non- renewal or ma- manner that promotes efficient and direct pedestri- 2 terial change in the coverage provided. an movement and shall not block or impede pedes- authority
trian use of the sidewalk: review vi. Any person operating a sidewalk café shall pro- i. A minimum of 1 unobstructed pedestrian path 3 vide, and must have approved by the City’s Risk at least 4 feet wide shall be maintained, parallel to Manager, an original certificate of insurance as ev-
the abutting business, at all times. districts idence that the above requirements have been met zoning prior to the initiation of the sidewalk café. Failure ii. A minimum of 1 unobstructed pedestrian path 4 to comply with all these requirements shall cause a at least 42 inches wide shall be maintained to con- standards section
suspension or revocation of all sidewalk café activ- nect the sidewalk to the curb line of the adjacent design ities. flexible streets sidewalk café street/parking area. 5 ADA compliance for access must also be provided
vii. The insurance policy shall be in effect from environment at all times. protection October 1 until September 30 of the following cal- 6 endar year or during the period the flexible street iii. Unobstructed passage shall be provided to sidewalk café area is under license with the City. building entrances which shall include at least a 2 landscaping foot clearance on each side of any entrance. & buffering F. Standards and Criteria for Application Review. iv. In areas of congested pedestrian activity, the 7 The following standards and criteria shall be applied in Police Department may require a wider pedestri- reviewing an application: & loading
an path. parking 1. A license for a flexible street sidewalk café shall be 8 issued only to a person who has paid the business tax 6. The maximum width of the sidewalk café platform for a business establishment and who wishes to pro- shall be 1 foot less than the total width of the adja- improvements
vide tables and chairs on the sidewalk(s) and right of cent parking stall, in order to be narrower than sur- public way abutting such establishment for use by the gener- rounding parked cars. 9 al public in direct support of their business.
7. The surface of the sidewalk café platform shall be supplemental 2. Flexible street sidewalk cafés are restricted to the standards
flush with the sidewalk. 10 sidewalk frontage of the abutting business establish- 8. Curbside drainage must not be impeded by the ment to which a permit has been issued as well as the sidewalk café platform. subdivision subdivision
specific area described in the approved license. of land 9. It is strongly recommended that the street asphalt 11 3. In the event the flexible street sidewalk café area of not be damages or used to anchor the sidewalk café
the permit extends to a sidewalk in front of another platform to the street/parking area. standards sign
space in the same building or an adjacent property, 12 the license holder must obtain written permission 10. The perimeter around the flexible streets side- from the owners and tenants (if any) of the building walk café area must be delineated using non-perma- management concurrency or space abutting the additional sidewalk frontage nent fixtures such as decorative railings, chains, pot- 13 and such approval must not have been revoked or ted plants, or other approved fixtures. The anchoring suspended. of tables, chairs, umbrellas, awnings, canopies, rail- ings or other fixtures may be approved by the Plan- nonconformities
4. Flexible street sidewalks shall be located on side- ning Department provided such anchoring meets 14 walks which are at least 10 feet in width. Sidewalks all other applicable codes, ordinances and laws and less than 10 feet but more than 8 feet in width may the license holder provides adequate assurances that enforce ment be considered for flexible streets sidewalk cafes pro- the sidewalk, parking area or right of way will be 15 vided the public safety issues created by the narrower repaired in a manner consistent with City require- -
width, including but not limited to sidewalk surface ments concerning sidewalk repair in the event any definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 10 anchored fixture is removed. Flexible street sidewalk location of all or any part of the flexible streets side- café boardwalk connection platforms illustrated in walk café in emergency situations. The City, its offi- 1 Exhibit 1 shall be the preferred method of Sidewalk cers, agents and employees shall not be responsible general Café expansion in the parking area/right of way. This for any damages or loss of sidewalk café fixtures structure shall not be anchored. relocated during emergency situations and shall not
2 be responsible for any costs associated with the re-
admin. 11. Tables, chairs, umbrellas, canopies, plants, aw-
processes moval or the return and installation of any sidewalk nings and any other fixtures and/or furnishings café fixtures. shall be of uniform design and shall be made of 3 quality materials and workmanship and repair to 4. The flexible streets sidewalk café shall be specifical- review authority ensure the safety and convenience of users and to ly limited to the area shown in the permit. enhance the visual quality of the urban environ-
4 ment. Design, materials and colors shall be com- 5. The sidewalk café shall be open for use by the gen- zoning zoning districts patible with the abutting building for all locations, eral public and such use may be restricted to patrons all proposed license requests must be attractive in of the license holder only during the hours of opera- tion of the sidewalk café. The hours of alcohol con- 5 quality and be similar in nature and character to il- section
design lustrations in Exhibit 105-1 attached for reference/ sumption and sales must comply with all state and standards examples. All furnishings in the licensed area shall local laws and ordinances. be maintained in a quality manner for purposes of
6 6. Tables, chairs, umbrellas, canopies, plants, aw- safety as a condition of the license. nings and any other fixtures used in connection with protection environment 12. The corner railings or posts of the flexible streets a sidewalk café shall be maintained with a clean and attractive appearance and shall be in good repair at
7 sidewalk café area should have reflective decals, me- dallions, or material attached on the street side, in all times, in order to facilitate a safe attractive envi- & buffering landscaping landscaping order to provide clear boundaries to the cars driving ronment. along the right-of-way of Harrison Avenue and the
8 7. Tables, chairs, awnings, canopies, umbrellas and associated side streets. parking
& loading any other decorative material shall be fire-retardant 13. The license applies only to the flexible street side- or manufactured of fire resistant material.
9 walk café area, related uses on private property are
public 8. No tables, chairs or other fixtures used in connec- governed by other regulations. improvements tion with a sidewalk café shall be attached, chained, G. Conditions of flexible street sidewalk café license. or in any manner affixed to any tree, post, sign or oth-
10 Sidewalk cafés permitted under this section shall be er fixture in the right of way. standards
supplemental subject to the following conditions: 9. The sidewalk café area including the area extend- 1. The license issued shall be personal to the license ing from the sidewalk café area into the street, shall holder and any transfer of ownership must be con- 11
of land of be maintained in a safe, neat and orderly appearance sistent with Section 7-35 of the City’s Municipal subdivision at all times and shall be cleared of all debris on a pe- Code and approved by the City’s Business License riodic basis during the day and at the close of each Department.
12 business day. sign 2. The Planning Department may require the tempo- standards rary removal of a sidewalk café by the license holder 10. No additional outdoor seating authorized here- when street, sidewalk, or utility repairs necessitate in shall be used for calculating seating requirements 13 such action or when it is necessary to clear sidewalks pertaining to the location of, applications for, or is- concurrency management for a parade permit or other permit issued by the suance of a liquor license for any establishment nor City. The license holder shall not be entitled to any shall the additional seats be used to claim any exemp- refund for such removal. The City shall not be re- 14 tion from any other requirements of any City, county sponsible for any costs associated with the removal or state codes, ordinances or laws. nonconformities or the return and installation of any flexible streets sidewalk cafe fixtures. 11. The opening and closing hours of sidewalk cafés 15 shall not extend beyond the hours of operation for enforcement 3. The City may cause the immediate removal or re- the abutting business establishment holding the side-
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walk café license. The City may restrict the hours of Secs. 105-15 See Adjacent Pages general
operation for sidewalk cafés abutting residential uses. 1
12. The license holder shall notify the City, in writing, Secs. 105-16.—105-25. - Reserved. processes when operation of a sidewalk café begins. The notice admin. shall be delivered to the City within 24 hours of such 2 commencement. authority 13. No food preparation shall be allowed on the side- review 3 walk. There shall be no cooking, storage, cooling or refrigeration or other equipment located in the side- districts walk café area. zoning 4 14. The license holder is responsible for the prompt standards repair of any damage to the sidewalk, public parking section design
areas or right of way caused by the sidewalk café use, 5 including damage caused by a patron. environment 15. Any table or chair shall not be placed within 5 feet protection
of bus stops, fire hydrants, or counter service win- 6 dows nor within 2 feet of any building entrances and/ landscaping or exits. & buffering
16. Signs including pennants, flags, and banners are 7 prohibited inside and outside of the sidewalk café & loading
area. parking 8 17. Not more than 1 menu board shall be allowed
for each sidewalk café. The menu board shall not improvements
exceed four (4) square feet. The menu board shall be public 9 attached to the abutting building or other location ap- proved by the Planning Department and must be in supplemental
compliance with City Codes. All signage, including standards
the menu board and signage on awnings, canopies 10 and umbrellas and other fixtures, must be in compli-
ance with City codes and CRA sign guidelines regu- subdivision of land
lating signage. 11
18. Businesses which serve alcoholic beverages at the sidewalk café shall also meet the following require- standards sign ments: 12 i. The business shall hold a current valid liquor li- management cense from the State. concurrency 13 ii. Containers used for dispensing alcoholic bev- erages shall be kept inside the business. nonconformities
iii. The business shall hold a current business li- 14 cense from the City. enforce ment
iv. The business shall pay the assigned license fee for 15
holding current permit for the flexible street side- -
walk café. definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 12 Sec. 105-15. – Neighborhood District Building Design Standards. 1 A. Purpose. The purpose of the Neighborhood general Building Design Standards is to shape future development in walkable, mixed-use districts.
2 These standards implement key provisions of the 20% min. admin.
processes Strategic Vision established as part of the City’s Long Term Recovery Plan. The standards shall 20% min. apply to the Neighborhood Downtown (ND) and 3 retail:
review Neighborhood General (NG) districts.
authority 60% min. non-retail: A. Building Facades 30% min. 4 zoning zoning districts 1. Fenestration. All building facades which Figure X: Example of compliant facade fenestration face onto a street or public space shall meet the
5 minimum fenestration requirements outlined below. section
design The percentage of fenestration per story shall be standards calculated within the area between finished floor A B B A and finished ceiling and shall be a total percentage of 6 doors and windows along that portion of the facade. protection
environment i. Minimum building facade fenestration for ground story (retail use): sixty (60) percent
7 ii. Minimum building facade fenestration for ground story (uses other than retail): thirty (30) & buffering landscaping landscaping percent iii. Minimum building facade fenestration for upper 8
parking stories: twenty (20) percent & loading
2. Centerlines. Centerlines serve to organize facade Figure X: Structural and fenestration centerlines, showing 9
public components. how the solid and voids in the facade align vertically;
improvements and organization of the facade into vertical modules. The i. Structural centerlines are vertical lines not facade example here follows an ABBA pattern. interrupted by fenestration. Facades shall
10 feature alternating structural centerlines and standards
supplemental fenestration centerlines. ii. These centerlines shall extend from the top of a mass to the bottom of a mass. 11 Cap / of land of iii. Multiple windows and/or doors may be grouped subdivision Cornice symmetrically around a single fenestration centerline.
12 BODY sign iv. The spacing of centerlines may be identical standards across a facade, or may vary. v. Each facade should be organized into a Expression Line 13 symmetrical rhythm of facade components concurrency management grouped in vertical modules. Various patterns BASE may be used, even identical modules.
14 Figure X: The Base, Body & Cap 3. Base, Body and Cap. These elements nonconformities communicate height to the pedestrian. Expression lines can be used to distinguish between each 15 component. enforcement
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i. Expression Lines shall either be moldings B. Building Wall Materials. general
extending a minimum of two inches, or jogs in the 1 surface plane of the building wall greater than two 1. Permitted building wall materials include brick, (2) inches. stone or precast stone, stucco, horizontal lap siding processes ii. An expression line may be used to delineate the (of wood, cementitious, or composition board, such admin. base of the facade. An expression line shall be used as HardiPlank®), and pre-engineered metal and 2 at the top of shopfronts, which may incorporate glass systems (for windows, doors, and shopfront authority
a band for signage. For buildings three (3) stories conditions). review
or greater, the ground floor shall be differentiated 3 from those floors above by an expression line in 2. Other siding materials (which may include metal order to reinforce the pedestrian realm. or cementitious panels for ornamentation) shall not districts iii. The top of each building shall be emphasized with be used as a primary building wall material. zoning 4 a projecting cornice. This cornice shall feature a standards
deeper projection, and therefore stronger shadow 3. Vinyl and aluminum siding are not permitted. section line, than any other expression line on a facade. design iv. Facades may feature a change of colors, materials 4. In Neighborhood Downtown areas, the above 5 or textures at an expression line. Buildings should building wall material standards apply to primary environment incorporate heavier materials (such as stone or and accessory buildings. protection
masonry) in the base, below lighter materials 6 (such as siding). C. Garden Walls and Fences. A garden wall is landscaping a wall that defines the frontage line and/or the & buffering 4. Liner Buildings. The character of some uses of perimeter of a property. All garden walls or fences 7 land, such as parking structures or grocery stores, along property lines at public rights-of-way shall may preclude buildings from complying with the be a maximum of four (4) feet in height, and shall & loading Building Facade requirements. Such buildings may be constructed of brick, stone, masonry faced with parking be constructed in a manner that they are separated stucco, wood, or metal. Chain link fences (or other 8 from adjacent streets (but not alleys) by liner buildings rolled fencing) along public rights-of-way are not that meet the Building Facade requirements in the permitted. improvements public preceding subsection. 9 i. Liner buildings shall be at least two stories in D. Exceptions. Exceptions to the standards of
height and fifteen (15) feet in depth; Sec. 105-15 may be granted by the Development supplemental ii. Liner buildings may be detached from or attached Services Director on the basis of architectural merit standards 10 to the primary building; or where the requirements create undue hardship, iii. Liner buildings may be used for any purpose such as for building reuse or additions in which subdivision subdivision
allowed on the lot on which they are located required elements are incompatible with the existing of land except for parking. structure. 11
5. Building Entrances. standards sign i. Principal entrances of every building must directly 12 face a street or public space. Public space may management include a central garden or courtyard when that concurrency
public space opens directly onto the street. 13 ii. Neighborhood Downtown areas: Doors or
entrances for public access shall be provided nonconformities on street-facing building facades at intervals 14 no greater than fifty (50) feet, unless otherwise approved by the City Commission. The intent is enforce
to maximize street activity, to provide pedestrians ment with frequent opportunities to enter buildings, and 15 to minimize any expanses of inactive wall. - definitions 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 105 - DESIGN STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 5- 14 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 zoning zoning districts 5 section design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
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2. Appropriate mitigation of destroyed or damaged general CHAPTER 106. ENVIRONMENTAL
wetlands is provided by the developer pursuant to 1 PROTECTION the provisions of, Ch. 62-330 Florida Administrative Code (as amended); processes Sec. 106-1. - Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is admin. to provide standards to regulate development activities 3. The development activities are determined not to 2 which could contribute to the destruction or pollution be contrary to the public interest as defined in the
comprehensive plan. authority of environmentally significant resources, and to estab- review
lish those resources to be conserved. 3 C. Upland buffers to protect wetlands are required in accordance with Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.6.4. Sec. 106-2. - Applicability. A developer should apply districts the provisions of this Chapter to a proposed develop- zoning
Sec. 106-5. - Marine resources. 4 ment site before any other development design work is A. Sea grass beds. No development activities may done. Those portions of a proposed development which be undertaken in areas containing marine sea grass standards are determined to contain environmentally signifi- beds or adjacent areas when the development activity design 5 cant resources shall be protected from adverse impacts would contribute to the degradation of the sea grass caused by development activity. No development order beds unless: environment section may be issued until the provisions of this Chapter have 1. Valid permits have been obtained from all juris- protection been met, and/or suitable mitigation is provided to pre- dictional agencies prior to the approval of the City, 6 vent/offset adverse impacts to the protected resource. subject, however, to the provisions of Chapter 102; landscaping & buffering Sec. 106-3. - Environmentally significant resources. 2. Appropriate mitigation of destroyed or damaged Environmentally significant resources are those identi- sea grass beds is provided by the developer pursuant 7 fied as being within the conservation special treatment to the provisions of Ch. 62-330, Florida Administra- & loading zones set forth in section 104-63, and the following: tive Code. parking 8 A. Wetlands; B. Estuaries and submerged lands. No development
activities may be undertaken on submerged lands or improvements
the estuarine water column below mean high water public B. Marine resources including sea grass beds, estuar- 9 ies, submerged lands, and estuarine shoreline; unless permits or exemptions are obtained from all ap- propriate jurisdictional agencies. supplemental C. Identified wildlife habitat; standards C. Estuarine shoreline. In addition to the requirements 10 D. Designated flood zones; and of subsections (A) and (B), no development or con-
struction activity shall be permitted on upland areas subdivision of land E. Protected trees. within 30 feet of the mean high tide line of any estua- 11 rine water body. Within this restricted area, all natural shoreline vegetation shall be preserved for a distance
Sec. 106-4. - Wetlands. standards of 20 feet landward from the mean high tide line, ex- sign
A. Generally. Wetlands are those under the jurisdic- 12 tional permitting authority of the Florida Department cept that a corridor not to exceed 15 feet in width may of Environmental Protection and defined in F.A.C. 62- be cleared for access to the water. management concurrency 340.300 (as amended); and/or the U.S. Army Corps of
Greater buffers may be required if the upland activ- 13 Engineers and defined in Title 33, Code of Federal Reg- ity adversely impacts beneficial estuarine functions. ulations (Chapter II, Part 328, section 328.3).
The buffer requirement may be allowed to coincide nonconformities with the setback requirements for landscaping re- B. Protection standards. All development activities in quirements. Notwithstanding, the following excep- 14 jurisdictional wetlands are prohibited unless: tions shall apply: 1. Valid permits are obtained from the Florida De- 1. In any case, the buffer requirement shall not ex- enforcement partment of Environmental Protection and/or the ceed the width of the estuarine water body when 15 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, subject, however, to the water body is less than 20 feet across. Howev- the provisions of Section 102-33.C.; er, the estuarine buffer cannot be smaller than that definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 106 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Unified Land Development Code 6 - 2 required by any state or regulatory agency. AND SOIL CONSERVATION Sec. 106-11. - Generally. 1 2. Project design and construction may be al- A. Public purpose. This division is intended to provide general lowed in lieu of the required buffer when it can be standards to control pollution, flooding, siltation, and demonstrated the design and construction pro- erosion; to protect surface and groundwater resources;
2 vides protection to the water body that is equal or to allow landowners reasonable use of their property;
admin. greater than the vegetated buffer, or restores the and to prevent an increase of stormwater runoff caused processes natural flow and function of the wetland. Howev- by development. er, the estuarine buffer cannot be smaller than that 3 required by any state or regulatory agency. B. Application. Any new building or structure; any review
authority building or structure having an age of 20 years or more 3. The development or construction activity is in and which has not been continuously and actively used
4 the overriding public interest such as a public haz- or occupied for a period of 6 months or more; any zoning zoning districts ard, road, utilities, and resource-based recreation- building or structure that sustains physical damages of al facilities. 50% or more; or the enlargement of any structure shall comply with the then existing stormwater requirements 5 Sec. 106-6. - Wildlife habitat. design provided the grounds or site on which the building or standards A. Generally. A development shall not be permitted if structure is located is adequate to accommodate the re- it would significantly damage or destroy the habitat of tention requirements. If the grounds or site on which 6 section species listed as endangered or threatened in the “Of- the building or structure is located is not adequate to
protection ficial Lists of Endangered and Potentially Endangered environment accommodate the retention requirements, the city shall Fauna and Flora in Florida,” published by the Florida have the discretion to waive up to 25% of the number of
7 Game and Fresh Water Fish and Wildlife Conserva- parking spaces required under this Land Development tion Commission. Code if such waiver is necessary to meet the stormwa- & buffering landscaping landscaping ter requirements. Stormwater requirements may be re- B. Protection standards. An owner or developer of any duced or waived entirely where the site cannot accom- 8 areas identified as a habitat for endangered or threat-
parking modate compliance with the stormwater requirements & loading ened species shall provide a study by a qualified bio- and the applicant can demonstrate no adverse impact logical consultant that defines the value and extent of to offsite properties or resources upon approval of the
9 such habitat. If the study determines that the habitat
public Planning Board. needs to be protected, the protection shall be estab- improvements lished either as a condition of development approval C. Exemptions. or as part of an enforceable development agreement. 1. Developments which discharge directly into an 10 F.A.C. 68A-27 (as amended) administered by the Flor-
standards existing stormwater treatment facility with sufficient supplemental ida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission shall reserve quality and quantity capacity as determined be adhered to. by the director. 11 of land of
subdivision Sec. 106-7. - Flood zones. 2. Developments which discharge directly into estu- A. Flood zones are those identified on the official flood arine waters will not require flood attenuation, how- insurance rate maps for Panama City, Florida. ever, compliance with water quality standards and 12 sign siltation controls shall be required. standards B. The development of hospitals, nursing homes, or similar institutions is prohibited within designated 3. Developments which must meet a stricter storm-
13 flood zones. water management standards mandated by another concurrency management agency. C. All development activity permitted to be under- taken in designated flood zones shall comply with the 4. Maintenance work (for public health and welfare 14 provisions of Chapter 9 of the City’s Municipal Code. purposes) on existing mosquito control drainage
nonconformities structures. Secs. 106-8—106-10. - Reserved.
15 5. Emergencies requiring immediate action to pre-
enforcement DIVISION 2. - STORMWATER MANAGEMENT vent substantial and immediate harm or danger to
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the public or environment. A report of any emergen- B. For all developments not exempt from these storm- general
cy action will be made to the City as soon as possible. water requirements, the owners or developers shall 1 submit to the director a proposed stormwater manage- 6. Single-family detached dwellings, duplex, triplex, ment and erosion control plan prepared by a licensed processes and quadraplex units and accessory structures that Florida engineer based on the City Stormwater Plan admin. are not part of a larger development, provided that Section 106-11.D. 2 the developer shall demonstrate that no adverse im-
pacts to offsite property(s) will result from the ex- C. The purpose of a proposed stormwater management authority review
empted activity. plan is to provide measures to meet stormwater quan- 3 tity (flooding, discharge rates) and quality (siltation, 7. Developments which do not alter or add more than erosion, pollution) controls and flood prevention re- districts 2,000 net square feet of impervious surface to include quirements for all roadways, properties, resources, and zoning semi-impervious gravel parking and are not part of a structures which may be affected by runoff during and 4 larger phased plan of development, provided that the after construction. standards
developer shall demonstrate that no adverse impacts design
to offsite property(s) will result from the exempted D. Each proposed plan shall include: 5 activity. 1. Name, address, and telephone number of the ap- environment plicant. section D. Panama City stormwater master plan. Thecurrent protection Panama City stormwater master plan (“stormwater 2. Location map and aerial photo of the develop- 6 plan”) or the current State Environment Resource ment site which clearly outlines project boundaries. landscaping Permit (ERC) standards, whichever is more strin- & buffering 3. Sufficient mapping of existing conditions to con- gent, shall dictate the required level of water quality 7 treatment and flood attenuation based on the adequa- firm existing impervious surfaces, topography, and cy or inadequacy of drainage basins in the stormwater stormwater conveyance/storage facilities. Storm- & loading plan. water storage facilities include manmade or natural parking areas that retain runoff on the site. 8 E. Requirements for finished floor elevations. All fin- ished floor elevations for residential and commercial 4. A description of predevelopment hydrologic and improvements public development must be at least 12 inches higher than environmental conditions of the site with a pre-de- 9 the crown of all adjacent streets at their highest point velopment basin/sub-basin map and including: i. Receiving waters and all existing drainage struc- or 12 inches above the curb, whichever is greater. The supplemental drawings should clearly show the finished floor eleva- tures to outfall systems, if any. standards 10 tions along with the street crown and curb elevations ii. Stormwater runoff direction, volume, and flow of all adjacent streets. Requests for deviations from this
rate, including any flows onto or off of the project subdivision requirement may be approved by the City Engineer, or of land
site. 11 the City Engineer’s designee. In cases where this re- quirement is waived by the City Engineer, the provi- iii. Adjacent upland acreage, if any. sions of Chapter 9, Drainage and Flood Damage, shall standards sign still apply. iv. Nearby and onsite wetlands and other environ- 12 mentally significant resources as described in sec- F. Miscellaneous. This division supersedes section 102- management tion 106-3. concurrency 79 to the extent of any conflict. 13 iv. Groundwater levels, including seasonal high Sec. 106-12. - Developer stormwater and erosion con- groundwater levels, and measured infiltration trol plan. rates of onsite soil at or near the bottom elevation nonconformities
A. For all developments exempt under 106-11.C., the of any proposed stormwater retention facility(s). 14 owners or developers shall submit to the director a pro- posed site plan with site grading information sufficient
v. On-site vegetation and soils. enforcement for a determination to be made that the development 15 will not adversely affect the direction or rate of storm- vi. Any maps, sketches, graphs, tables, photo- water discharges onto the site or from the site. graphs, narratives, studies, and other information useful to evaluate the impact of development on definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 106 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Unified Land Development Code 6 - 4 stormwater runoff onto and from the project site. practicable, to use regional stormwater retention/de- vii. Other like information deemed necessary by tention facilities in lieu of site-specific facilities. 1 the City to evaluate the characteristics of the af- general fected area, the potential impact to City or other Sec. 106-13. - Stormwater treatment and control stormwater management facilities, and the accept- standards.
2 ability of proposed compensating measures. A. Pollution control (quality). All development not ex-
admin. empt shall provide for stormwater treatment as follows: processes 5. Components of the proposed stormwater and ero- 1. Stormwater treatment shall be provided in accor- sion control plan with a post-development basin/ dance with current FDEP and NWFWMD standards. 3 sub-basin map and including: review authority i. Projected post development stormwater runoff 2. The retention and/or detention of a greater amount direction(s), volume(s), and flow rate(s), and a be- of stormwater may be required in areas of special 4 fore-and-after comparison of volume(s) and flow concern as designated in the city stormwater master zoning zoning districts rate(s). plan. Detention with filtration, with a safety factor of 3, may be used only in special applications, when ap- ii. An erosion and sedimentation control plan. proved by the director. 5 design
standards iii. Calculations and/or computer modeling of the 3. Unless more stringent city standards apply, all stormwater management facilities sufficient to de- stormwater treatment requirements of the current 6 section termine that the facilities will meet the stormwater Environmental Resource Permit Applicant’s Hand-
protection quality and quantity standards. book (Volumes I and II) shall be complied with. environment
iv. Construction and design plans for stormwater 4. All stormwater discharge facilities shall have skim- 7 improvements. ming devices and erosion control measures. Skim- & buffering landscaping landscaping ming devices shall provide effective retention of v. Other post development site conditions, such as floating pollutants for up to the peak regulated storm
8 any projected impact upon environmentally sig- event under 106-13.B. parking
& loading nificant resources or existing drainage channels. B. Flood control (quantity). All developments not ex- vi. Any related information deemed necessary by empt shall provide for flood attenuation as follows: 9
public the director to evaluate the impact or effectiveness 1. At a minimum, facilities shall be provided to atten- improvements of the proposed plan. uate a 25-year frequency storm event of critical dura- tion so the post development stormwater off-site peak 6. A plan for continual maintenance of the stormwa- 10 discharge rate in any direction shall be not greater
standards ter management system, and permanent erosion and
supplemental than predevelopment rate in the same direction. sedimentation control. 2. Developments which discharge stormwater direct-
11 E. The director may waive portions of information re- of land of ly into estuarine waters shall not be subject to storm-
subdivision quired above where it is deemed inapplicable or other- water quantity standards. wise unnecessary for the evaluation of the particular site conditions. 12 3. The capacity of all stormwater facilities shall com- sign
standards ply with the City stormwater master plan and be cer- F. Engineers and developers are encouraged to use in- tified by the developer’s licensed Florida engineer formation published in Chapter 6 of the Florida De- upon the completion of the project. 13 velopment Manual: A Guide to Sound Land and Water concurrency management Management, and the Environmental Resource Permit 4. Off-site discharge flows shall be limited to nonero- Applicant’s Handbook (Volumes I and II), published sion velocities. by FDEP, in conjunction with their own expertise, to 14 assure stormwater best management practices (BMP’s) C. Erosion and siltation control. All developments not nonconformities are properly designed and constructed for their partic- exempt shall provide for erosion and sedimentation ular site and situation. control as follows: 15 1. The plan for erosion and siltation control proposed enforcement G. Engineers and developers are encouraged, where by a developer shall provide for both temporary mea-
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sures during construction and permanent control E. Failure to maintain. If the owner fails to maintain general
measures. the stormwater management system, any flooding, 1 pollution, erosion, or siltation may be: 2. During construction, storm drainage inlets shall be 1. Declared a nuisance pursuant to Panama City processes protected by hay bales, screens, or temporary struc- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12, Chapter II, and admin. tures to prevent siltation. All soil stockpiles shall be abated. The costs of nuisance abatement shall be as- 2 protected against dusting and erosion. sessed against the owner and the property as pro- authority
vided by special assessment, as a nuisance lien or as review 3. Sediment basins, sediment traps, perimeter berms, otherwise provided by law; or 3 filter fabric fences, and/or hay bales shall be installed according to the approved erosion control plan before 2. Evaluated as to its impact upon City stormwater districts and during all land grading operations, and shall be drainage systems. The cost of accommodating the zoning maintained until the site is permanently stabilized. increased flows shall be assessed against the owner 4 and the property; 4. At all times during and after development, denud- standards design
ed areas shall be stabilized. Final stabilization mea- 3. The owner shall be subject to penalties and fines 5 sures shall be in place within 60 days of final grading. pursuant to Panama City Code of Ordinances, sec- environment tion 1-8. section 5. Control measures shall comply with the manage- protection
ment practices contained in the Florida Department Sec. 106-15. - Off-site stormwater and sedimenta- 6 of Environmental Protection’s Florida Development tion control facilities. landscaping Manual: A Guide to Sound Land and Water Manage- A. Upon director approval, developers may propose to & buffering ment; the Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimen- provide off-site treatment and flood attenuation facil- 7 tation Control Inspector’s Manual, or similar publi- ities if capacity of such systems is adequate, the offsite cations. facilities serve the same drainage basin as the subject & loading property or the director deems offsite facilities in a dif- parking D. Waiver. The submission of an erosion and siltation 8 ferent drainage basin provide more public benefit, and control plan may be waived by the director for minor the facilities maintenance is ensured. developments. improvements public
B. In lieu of on-site facilities, developers may request 9 Sec. 106-14. - Stormwater and erosion control plan to participate in existing or in a planned public or re- adherence and maintenance.
gional stormwater facilities, pursuant to a Develop- supplemental
A. Adherence. Once approved, an applicant shall ad- standards ment Agreement with the City, which by its terms shall here to the stormwater and erosion control plan, and 10 require the developer to pay for improvements. any amendments to the plan must be approved by the
City. C. Where off-site facilities are approved to process and subdivision of land detain stormwater flows from any development, the 11 B. Certification. After completion of the project, the di- developer shall submit all information required under rector may require the project engineer to certify that
section 106-12.C. standards the constructed control measures meet the stormwater sign 12 treatment, flood attenuation, and erosion and siltation D. Existing drainage facilities and systems shall not be standards outlined in the approved plan. altered unless the proposed alterations would improve management the performance, storage volume, capacity, efficiency concurrency
C. Inspection. The owner, owner’s engineer, or con- 13 or durability of the system or facility. tractor shall arrange for periodic city inspections of the stormwater management system during development Secs. 106-16—106-20. - Reserved. nonconformities and prior to cover-up of underground components as necessary to ensure adherence to the approved plan. DIVISION 3. - TREE PROTECTION 14
D. Maintenance. Upon completion, the stormwater Sec. 106-21. - Generally. No owner, developer agent enforcement
management system shall be maintained by the owner. or representative thereof shall cut down, destroy, re- 15 By written agreement, the City or other agencies may move, move, or injure, or commit any act that would
accept the responsibility for maintenance. cause damage to any protected tree located on any definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 106 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Unified Land Development Code 6 - 6 property within the city without approval from the 4. Pruning and trimming. Ordinary pruning or trim- City. ming of trees and tree limbs is an exempt activity. 1
general Sec. 106-22. - Protected trees and measurement. 5. Emergency conditions and commercial tree grow- A. Protected trees. Protected trees shall include: ers.
2 1. All dogwood and redbud trees with a diameter at i. Emergency waivers. The City Commission or its
admin. breast height (Dbh) of 3 inches or more. designated representative may waive all or part of processes these requirements in the event of natural disas- 2. All other trees except pine trees which have a Dbh ters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, or hard 3 of 10 inches or more. freezes. In such cases, the period of waiver shall not review
authority exceed ten days after the event, unless extended by Sec. 106-23. - Exceptions. Trees otherwise protected the City Commission. may be removed, but only with the approval of the di- 4 rector, under the following circumstances: zoning zoning
districts ii. Commercial tree growers. Licensed plant and 1. Single-family residential lots. Single-family resi- tree nurseries shall be exempt from the terms and dential lots shall be exempt from the tree regulations provisions of this subsection when trees planted 5 within the footprint of any residential structure, or or growing on the premises of said licensee are so design
standards in proximity to potentially damage such improve- planted and growing for sale to the general public ments, including garage, carport, driveway and in the ordinary course of business.
6 swimming pool. With regard to protected heritage, section
protection specimen, champion and historic trees hereof, this iii. Utility and public work operations. environment exemption is limited to those circumstances where a. Tree pruning and tree removal by duly consti- all setback requirements have been met. tuted communication, water, sewer, electrical, or 7 other utility companies or federal, state, county, & buffering landscaping landscaping 2. Other uses. Commercial, multifamily residential, or municipal agencies providing like services, or industrial, institutional, and recreational parcels engineers or surveyors working under a contract
8 shall be exempt from the tree regulations within the with such utility companies or agencies shall be parking & loading footprint of the structure, the required runoff reten- exempt, provided the removal is limited to those tion area and the required parking area, or in prox- areas necessary for maintenance of existing lines imity to potentially damage such improvements, 9 or facilities or for construction of new lines or fa- public except for historic, specimen, heritage or champion cilities in furtherance of providing utility service improvements trees protected by section 106-27. A historic, spec- to its customers, and provided that the activity is imen, heritage or champion tree may be removed conducted in a manner to avoid any unnecessary 10 only if it is in the footprint of the structure, or the removal. The removal or pruning of trees in and standards
supplemental required runoff retention area and where all setback around aerial electrical utility lines shall not ex- requirements have been met and no other alternative ceed the guidelines of the National Electrical Safe- exists. The director may give credit toward landscap- 11 ty Code necessary to achieve safe electrical clear- of land of ing requirements for existing trees preserved within subdivision ance. All pruning and trimming shall be done in the footprint if protected pursuant to section 106-28. accordance with National Arborists Association All protected trees to be removed or preserved shall Standards, except as otherwise provided. 12 sign be shown on the site plan. The site plan shall also standards show buffer areas to be preserved and new trees to b. Public Works projects by governmental agen- be planted and compliance with the landscape and cies are exempt from the tree regulations in the
13 buffer standards hereof. same manner as utility companies. concurrency management 3. Diseased, damaged or hazardous trees. Trees that 6. Rights-of-way. The clearing of a path for an exist- are visibly diseased or damaged to the extent that ing or new road right-of-way is exempt. The width 14 the life of a tree has been virtually terminated or its of the path shall not exceed the right-of-way width
nonconformities growth or foliage substantially impaired, or that con- standards for each type roadway established in this stitute a threat to public safety or damage to property Land Development Code.
15 may be removed.
enforcement 7. Nuisance and/or exotic trees. Trees that are de-
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clared nuisance and/or exotic trees by the Florida Ex- general
otic Pest Plant Council (FLEPPC) in its latest list of B. Each removed protected tree shall be replaced with 1 invasive plant species. a new tree or trees having a total tree caliper equiva-
lent to that of the diameter at breast height of the tree processes Sec. 106-24. - Conditions for tree removal. removed. admin. A. The developer or owner shall take reasonable pre- 2 cautions to protect existing trees and shall provide a C. Single-trunk replacement trees shall be a minimum site drawing which accurately depicts protected trees of one-inch caliper and a minimum of 6 feet in overall authority review
on the site proposed for removal, including location, height. 3 type of protected tree, and diameter in inches at breast height, in order to minimize the removal of protected D. A replacement tree may be a tree moved from one districts trees. The protected trees proposed for removal depict- location to another on the site. zoning ed on the site drawing shall be marked on the site with 4 E. If in the judgment of the director the site cannot “surveyor’s ribbon” or other similar material in order accommodate the total number of required replace- standards that the City’s staff can confirm the accuracy of the site design
ment trees as a result of insufficient planting area, the 5 drawing. Should the site drawing presented be inaccu- applicant shall make a monetary contribution to the rate or the size of the tract be so substantial that con-
tree protection and related expenses trust fund. The environment section firmation of the accuracy of the site presented would protection amount of such contribution shall be determined as
either work an undue hardship on staff or result in an 6 follows: unreasonable expense to the City, the director may at 1. For every diameter inch of replacement trees re- his/her discretion require a tree survey of the site, cer- landscaping quired, the contribution shall be equal to the retail & buffering tified by an engineer, surveyor, landscape architect or
value of a 2-inch caliper, nursery-grown shade tree 7 mapper, licensed in the State of Florida. plus the cost of planting. The retail value and plant- ing cost per diameter inch shall be calculated by the B. Once the requirements of subsection (a) above, have & loading City by taking the average published price of con- parking been met, the developer or owner shall satisfy one or 8 more of the following conditions: tainer-grown or balled and burlapped 2-inch caliper 1. The use of the site cannot reasonably be undertak- laurel oak. The retail and planting value per diam- improvements
en unless specific trees are removed or relocated. eter inch shall be adjusted annually. The City may public permit the planting of trees upon City property in 9 2. The tree is located in such proximity to an existing lieu of monetary contributions.
or proposed structure that the safety, utility, or struc- supplemental 2. The maximum mitigation replacement required standards tural integrity of the structure is materially impaired. 10 for any developer shall be 100 diameter inches per 3. The tree materially interferes with the location, ser- acre subject to proration where fractional acreage subdivision subdivision
vicing, or functioning of existing utility lines or ser- is involved or 50 % of the total protected diameter of land vices and the lines may not reasonably be relocated. inches of the trees removed from the lot, whichever 11 is greater.
4. The tree creates a substantial hazard to operators of standards sign
motor vehicles or bicycles and pedestrian traffic be- F. Any replacement tree, planted for credit, which dies 12 cause of its location. within one year of planting, shall be replaced by a tree having not less than a 3-inch diameter at the time of management 5. The tree is diseased, insect-ridden, or weakened by planting, at the expense of the owner or developer re- concurrency age, abuse, storm, or fire and is likely to cause injury sponsible for the replacement of the tree removed. 13 to persons or damage to structures or other improve- ments. G. No replacement trees with the potential to reach a nonconformities
height of 18 feet or greater shall be planted or other- 14 6. Any law or regulation requires the removal. wise located under or within 10 feet on either side of overhead utility lines. Sec. 106-25. - Replacement of removed trees. enforcement A. Any protected trees removed by an owner or devel- Sec. 106-26. - Tree replant list. The following is the 15 oper shall be replaced at the expense of the owner or tree replant list: developer with species identified on the tree replant list. definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 106 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Unified Land Development Code Page 6 - 8 6 - 7
A. Small trees (Latin Name) 4. Catalpa, southern (Catalpa bignonoides)
1 1. Crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) 5. Cedar, Atlantic white (Chamaecyparis thyoides)
general 2. Devil’s walking stick (Aralia spinosa) 6. Southern red cedar (Juniperus silicicola) 3. Fringe tree (Chionanthus virginicus) 7. Cherry laurel (Prunus caroliniana)*
2 4. Goldenrain tree (Koelreuteria elegans) 8. Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) admin. processes 5. Holly, dahoon (Ilex cassine)* 9. Cypress, pond (Taxodium ascendens) 6. Hop-hornbeam (Ostrya virginiana) 10. Bald cypress (Taxodium discithum) 3 7. Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) 11. Elm, Florida (Ulmus americana floridana)* review authority 8. Plum, wild (Prangustifolia) 12. Elm, winged (Ulmus alata)* 9. Magnolia, oriental (Magnolia spp.) 13. Hickory (Carya spp.)* 4
zoning zoning 10. Sparkleberry tree (Vaccinium arboreum) 14. Loblolly bay (Gordonia lasianthus) districts 11. Plum, American (Prunus americana) 15. Maple, Florida (Acer barbatum floridanum)*
5 12.Fringe tree, Chinese (Chionanthus retusa) 16. Mulberry, red (Morus rubra)
design 13. Smooth redbay (Persea borbonia)* 17. Oak, post (Quercus stellata)* standards 14. Pear, Bradford (Pyrus calleryana Brad- 18. Oak, Shumard (Quercus shumardii)*
6 ford) section 19. Oak, southern red (Quercus falcata)*
protection 15. Glossy privet (Ligustrum lucidum) environment 20. Oak, swamp chest- (Quercus michauxii)* 16. Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) nut
7 16. Red buckeye (Aesculus pavia) 21. Oak, white (Quercus alba)* & buffering landscaping landscaping 17. Hawthorns (Crateagus spp.) 22. Live oak (Quercus virginiana) 18. Silverbell (Halesia coroliniana) 23. Palm, cabbage (Sabal palmetto) 8 19. Yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria) (Note: Palm trees are ac- parking
& loading ceptable only if approved 20. Ashe magnolia (Magnolia ashei) by the director.) 21. Crab apple (Malus angustifolia) 9 24. Palm, pindo (Butia capitata) public 22. Wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera) improvements 25. Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) 23. Flatwoods plum (Prunus umbellata) 26. Pine, spruce (Pinus glabra) 24. Hoptree (Ptelea trifoliata) 10 27. Sweetbay (Magnolia virginiana)*
standards 25. Myrtle oak (Quercus myrtifolia) supplemental 28. Gum, sweet or red (Liquidambar styraciflua) 26. Virginia stewartia (Stewartia malacoden- 29. Tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) dron) 11 30. Tupelo, water (Nyssa aquatica) of land of
subdivision 27. Rust blackhaw (Viburnum rufidulum) 31. Walnut, black (Juglans nigra)* 28. Dogwood (Cornaceae) 32. Wax myrtle (Myrica cerifers)* 12 sign (Trees numbered r.—cc. are native.) standards *Denotes shade trees. (Trees numbered p.—cc. are suitable for planting under- neath utility lines.) Source: Native Trees for North Florida, Florida Cooperative 13 *Denotes shade trees. Extension Service, University of Florida. concurrency management B. Medium and large (Latin Name) Sec. 106-27. - Historic, specimen, champion, and her-
14 trees itage trees. A. A historic tree is one that has been designated by the
nonconformities 1. Ash, white (local) (Fraxinum americana)* City Commission as one of notable historical interest 2. Birch, river (Betula nigra)* and value to the City because of its location or historical 15 3. Basswood (Tilia caroliniana) association with the community. enforcement
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B. A specimen tree is one that has been officially desig- Sec. 106-29. Street tree planting. general
nated by the City Commission to be of high value be- A. There are many reasons to plant street trees. De- 1 cause of its type, size, age, or other relevant criteria. pending on canopy density, trees reduce tempera- tures. They provide shade and visual interest by leaf processes C. A champion tree is one that has been identified by and bloom color, bark texture, profile and scaffold admin. the Florida Division of Forestry as being the largest of architecture. They also provide protection and se- 2 its species within the State of Florida or by the Ameri- curity to the ever increasing pedestrian traffic.
can Forestry Association as being the largest of its spe- authority review 1. Sidewalk and swale tree planting. These are cies in the United States. Any tree in the City selected 3 and duly designated as a Florida State Champion, U. S. usually individual trees planted at or near the street Champion, or World Champion by the American For- curb line for aesthetic, environmental and security districts estry Association shall be protected. reasons. Many sidewalk trees are planted and/or zoning maintained by adjacent property owners. It is their 4 D. A heritage tree is any tree with a diameter of at least voluntary contribution to the city tree canopy. standards
30 inches or 7 feet ten inches in circumference, which- design
ever dimension is less, measured at a point 54 inches 2. Median tree planting. Street medians form a spe- 5 above ground level. Heritage trees shall be considered cial area of public park land. Proximity and speed environment protected trees. of vehicular traffic influence the tree size category section and placement. Tree species classification and size protection E. No historic, champion, heritage, or specimen tree selection is in inverse correlation with proximity 6 shall be removed unless there is a specific provision in and speed of roadway traffic. As speed of traffic landscaping this Land Development Code providing an exemption increases and median width narrows, size of tree & buffering
therefor. selected should decrease or be moved farther into 7 the center of the median. Median tree plantings Sec. 106-28. - Protection of trees during development
serve to provide: & loading activities. a. Security to pedestrians crossings wide streets. parking A. Generally. To assure the health and survival of pro- 8 tected trees, no person shall engage in any activity that b. A screen for drivers from headlight glare of would result in injury to any tree from the following oncoming traffic. improvements public
causes: 9 1. Mechanical injuries to roots, trunk, or branches; c. Blockage of direct sun into the eyes of driv- ers, especially commuters traveling east and supplemental 2. Injuries by chemical poisoning; west. An indication of the course of the road- standards way in the distance. 10 3. Injuries by grade changes;
d. A protective barricade to head-on collisions subdivision of land
4. Injuries by excavations; with out-of-control vehicles which cross into 11 the median. 5. Injuries by paving; 3. Arbor streets. The majority of the property standards sign 6. Any other avoidable consequence that may cause owners abutting any street may request establish- 12 or contribute to tree injury. ment of an arbor street. An arbor street is one (1) management determined by the City to be suitable for extensive concurrency
B. Tree protection zone. A circular tree protection zone planting of trees. Requests shall be in writing and 13 shall be established around each protected tree as fol- submitted to the department. The request shall:
lows: a. Be on a standard form obtainable from the nonconformities 1. If the drip line is less than 6 feet from the trunk of
City; 14 the tree, the zone shall be that area within a radius of 6 feet around the tree. b. Designate areas to be improved by tree plant- ing; enforcement
2. If the drip line is more than 6 feet from the trunk 15 of the tree, but less than 20 feet, the zone shall be that c. Contain names of all owners wishing trees to
area within a radius of the full drip line around the be planted adjacent to or upon their properties; definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 106 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Unified Land Development Code Page 6 - 10 6 - 9 d. Evidence a commitment to contribute to the cost of and provide subsequent care, feeding 1 and maintenance of such plantings; and general e. Contain a proposed planting plan.
2 B. The department shall coordinate with and ob- admin. processes tain recommendations from the appropriate City Departments reviewing the arbor street applica-
3 tion. Review shall take into consideration the gen- review
authority eral safety and welfare of the public, the interests of affected property owners, utilities, and municipal
4 services, present and future and shall include but zoning zoning
districts not be limited to onsite inspections of the proposed planting area.
5 C. When the arbor street request has been re- design
standards viewed by all departments concerned, the represen- tative of the City shall submit any objections and
6 amendments to the applicants. Should the area be section
protection determined by the City to be unsuitable for arbor environment street purposes, the applicants will be notified of the unsuitability. 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping D. The application shall constitute an agreement between the City and the applicants. The City
8 Commission must approve the application. The parking
& loading arbor street project shall be implemented in accor- dance with provisions of the approved plan, and as City resources may permit. The applicants shall 9
public supply the planting labor, the City shall supply the improvements trees, or vice versa as the approved plan provides.
10 E. Trimming of arbor street plantings by adjacent
standards property owners is permitted and all such work supplemental shall adhere to the American National Standards Institute, A-300 standards or similar accepted stan- 11
of land of dards as published. Trees existing within an area subdivision designated in an arbor street agreement are not to be removed without permit. 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
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D. Generally. general CHAPTER 107 – LANDSCAPING 1. Accessory structure locations. No accessory struc- 1 AND BUFFERING ture, garbage collection sites or receptacles, parking,
or other use shall be located in a required landscape processes Sec. 107-1. – Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is or buffer area, except for drainage and irrigation admin. to provide and preserve aesthetic surroundings, to re- structures. 2 duce storm water runoff and surface heat in paved ar- eas, to provide for open spaces and to provide visual 2. Florida Friendly Landscaping. authority and noise buffers between inconsistent adjacent land review i. Florida Friendly landscaping is based on Xeri- 3 uses. It is critical that a balance be maintained between scaping principles and has as its purpose reduc- developed areas and natural/landscaped areas with ap- ing water consumption while enhancing both the districts propriate existing and/or newly planted trees and other beauty and hardiness of Florida landscaping. By zoning vegetation. The intent is also to provide for the future of proper design choices, a Florida Friendly land- 4 our citizens through maintaining vital vegetative spe- scape requires less irrigation and makes better standards cies that will reproduce for future generations. use of the water it does receive. While there is no design
single fixed Florida Friendly landscape, all Florida 5 Sec. 107-2. – Applicability. Friendly landscapes share a set of design princi-
A. Zoning Districts. The provisions of this Chapter shall environment ples. Proposed landscape plans shall be considered protection be applicable to all zoning districts except as identified
based on the following “Florida Friendly” princi- 6 in 105-26.B. ples. landscaping landscaping section B. Special exemption. These requirements shall apply to ii. Design Principles. buffering & all new development or the expansion of existing devel- a. Design with awareness of site conditions. Plants 7 opment except for the following: should be chosen that are suited to existing site 1. Single-family and duplex dwellings on individual
conditions (“the right plant in the right place”). & loading lots; and parking
Soil amendments or terrain features can be add- 8 2. Developments having been issued a final develop- ed to create favorable conditions for plants that would not ordinarily thrive on the site. Native ment order prior to the effective date of this Ordi- improvements
plants have a proven track record of thriving un- public
nance. 9 der native conditions with little or no supplemen- 3. The Director is authorized to grant exceptions to tal water. The selection of drought tolerant plants supplemental
landscape requirements: will ensure a drought tolerant landscape even if standards i. Where compliance is not feasible due to circum- severe water restrictions are imposed. 10 stances unique to the property; or b. Group plants according to their water require- subdivision subdivision
ments. Physically concentrating high water usage of land
ii. Where it will interfere with utility lines and other 11 public service facilities; or plants, medium water usage plants, and low water usage plants in separate areas will allow the design iii. Where the requirements of the section are sat- of high, medium, and low water usage zones that standards sign isfied to the greatest extent possible in keeping with provide the plants with the necessary amount of 12 the purposes of this section. water, without waste. management concurrency C. Waivers. Landscape requirements may be waived by
c. Take steps to retain moisture in the soil. Use of 13 the Director: organic mulches, such as pine straw, instead of in- 1. If a waiver is necessary to preserve existing native organic materials, such as crushed rock, will pro- nonconformities vegetation, and the purpose of the landscape require- mote the absorption of water by the soil as well as ment is substantially fulfilled. enhance water retention. Shade provided by estab- 14 lished canopy trees reduces evaporation and allows
2. In special treatment districts, upon the recommen- a moist local environment. Avoid watering in the enforcement
dation of the Technical Review Committee, to prop- heat of the day to minimize evaporation. Amend 15 erties in their respective jurisdiction. fast draining sand soils with organics such as peat
to enhance water retention. Careful application of definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 107 - LANDSCAPING AND BUFFERING Unified Land Development Code 7 - 2 irrigation with properly sized, adjusted, and timed lar developments. Where dissimilar land uses exist on irrigation heads will minimize water loss through adjacent properties, and where such areas will not be 1 evaporation, run-off, and excessive saturation. entirely visually screened by an intervening building or general structure from abutting property, that portion of such d. Minimize the high maintenance costs of the area not so screened shall be provided with a buffer
2 landscape. Devoting less area to turf grass, using consisting of a six (6) foot fence or wall or shrubs which
admin. it as an accent rather than the main emphasis of normally grow to a minimum height of six (6) feet. processes the landscape, will reduce water use, maintenance costs, pesticide costs and fertilizer costs. Low main- B. Landscape Buffer Requirements within Mixed-use 3 tenance trees and shrubs cost less in long term Development. Where a building site is used for a sin- review
authority maintenance and resources as well as offering pos- gle mixed-use development, landscaped buffers shall sibilities of more attractive designs. not be required between the various constituent uses.
4 Landscaped buffers required at the perimeter of the de- zoning zoning districts e. Florida friendly design principles shall be em- velopment shall be based upon the individual uses on ployed in all landscape plans. each portion of the property.
5 Sec. 107-3. - Landscaped buffers. C. Buffer location. design
standards A. Buffer requirements between allowable uses. The 1. Location. All required buffers shall run the entire following table (Table 107-1) is intended to identify length of the side and rear property lines, except for
6 buffer requirements between allowable uses. All con- areas of ingress and egress, provided, however, that
protection ditional uses shall have buffers imposed at the time of no buffer shall block the sight distance of motor vehi- environment consideration by the Planning Board. cles on the adjacent roadways or exit points.
7 section B. Landscape Buffer Requirements between dissimi- 2. Pedestrian access. Gate or door entrances of no & buffering landscaping Table 107-1: Buffering Requirements
8 Single parking
& loading Family Multi- Mobile Public / Professional Commercial Industrial Dwelling / Family Homes Institutional Offices
9 Duplexes public
improvements Residential Uses
Single Fami- 10 ly Dwelling / 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 15 ft. wide standards
supplemental Duplexes
Multi-Family 11 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 15 ft. wide of land of
subdivision Mobile Homes 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 15 ft. wide 12 sign Non-Residential Uses standards Public / Institutional 13 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 5 ft. wide 10 ft. wide concurrency management Professional Offices 10 ft. wide 10 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. wide
14 wide wide Commercial
nonconformities 10 ft. wide 10 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. wide wide wide
15 Industrial 15 ft. wide 15 ft. 15 ft. 10 ft. wide 10 ft. wide 10 ft. wide
enforcement wide wide
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more than 5 feet in width for public pedestrian access 2. Credit to offset the number of trees shall be given general
are encouraged and may be installed between resi- for preservation of existing trees when such tree is 1 dential properties and adjacent commercial uses. listed on the city replant list. processes D. Buffer density. All required buffers shall be suffi- 3. Trees may be clustered or varied, according to admin. ciently dense to screen the land use from the view of landscape design. 2 the adjacent property. If the planting is sparse or does not block abutting land uses from view, a visual screen, D. Interior landscape areas. authority 1. Any interior part of an off-street parking lot not review berm or fence may be required in conjunction with the 3 vegetated buffer. However, wholly vegetated buffers are delineated as a space for parking or driving will be preferred. planted and landscaped, and may be included in the districts 10% landscaping requirement. zoning E. Use of Landscaped Buffers. 4 1. Landscaped buffers may be used for passive rec- 2. At intervals of every 15 adjacent parking spaces,
there shall be a landscaped area of not less than nine standards
reation. They may contain pedestrian or bike trails, design
provided that the total width of the buffer yard is feet by 20 feet which shall include at least one tree 5 maintained. from the city replant list. Alternative designs which
provide for landscaped area and trees in the interior environment 2. In no event shall the following uses be permitted of the parking area meeting the area requirements protection in landscaped buffers: play fields, stables, swimming hereof may be approved by the Director. 6 pools, tennis courts, parking lots and vehicular use landscaping landscaping section areas, dumpsters, equipment storage and other open E. Design standards. buffering & 1. Visual screen. Where no buffer exists, or if a buffer storage, buildings or overhangs. 7 is too sparse to block the parking area from the view F. Responsibility for buffers. Where a proposed devel- of adjoining uses, a visual screen or berm at least 18 & loading opment is to be located adjacent to an existing use and inches high at time of planting shall be required to parking a buffer is required between the uses, the responsibility block the parking area from the view of the adjoin- 8 to provide the required buffer is upon the owner or de- ing property. veloper of the incoming use. improvements public
2. All landscape designs should take into account 9 Sec. 107-4. - Landscape requirements for off-street storm water runoff, erosion, and drainage.
parking and vehicle use areas. supplemental
3. No vehicle shall overhang, protrude or extend into standards A. Applicability. In all districts, except Single-Family any setback line or interior landscape area. 10 dwelling uses, 10% of the impervious areas used for ve- hicle use areas or off-street parking, except for ingress 4. All landscape plans and buffer zone plans must subdivision subdivision and egress drives, will be landscaped as follows: show adequate irrigation facilities to maintain the of land 11 plantings. B. Setback areas. Except for ingress and egress points, all vehicular drives shall not be setback as described be- 5. All off-street parking landscape area, vehicle use standards sign low. The setback area will be landscaped and included area, and buffer designs shall be prepared and signed 12 in the 10% landscape requirements. by a Licensed Nurseryman or Landscape Architect 1. 10 feet to the front property line; management and submitted to the Director for approval. concurrency
13 2. 4 feet to either side of property line; or 6. For purposes of this section, a Licensed Nurs-
eryman shall be as defined in F.S. § 581.011; and
3. 4 feet to the rear property line. nonconformities a Landscape Architect shall be as defined in F.S. § C. Placement of trees. Trees and other materials shall be 481.303. 14 planted around the parking area as follows: 7. Xeriscape design elements may be incorporated 1. Front off-street parking setback area: 2.5 canopy into the landscape design when possible. enforcement trees, 2.0 under-story trees, and 20 shrubs per 100 15 linear foot. Sec. 107-5. - Berms. Earthen berms up to 6 feet in definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 107 - LANDSCAPING AND BUFFERING Unified Land Development Code 7 - 4 height may be used to comply with screening/buff- ding. ering requirements. Slopes of berms may not exceed 1 3:1 without a slope design that addresses erosion by G. Artificial materials. Synthetic plants and artificial general a registered engineer or landscape architect. Both material will not satisfy landscaping requirements. faces of the slope shall be planted with ground cover, Nonporous surface covers shall not be used under
2 shrubs, and trees. mulches and pebbles. admin. processes Sec. 107-6. - Landscape and buffer composition. H. Artificial planters. Artificial planters, if planted with A. Buffers. Buffers may be comprised of trees, shrubs, live plants, will satisfy the landscape requirements if 3 vines or other vegetation and may be combined with they meet the following criteria: review
authority vegetative screens, berms, or fences upon Director’s 1. Shrub planters: Must be at least 18 inches deep and approval. have at least 10 square feet of area. 4 2. Tree planters: Must be at least 30 inches deep and zoning zoning
districts B. Off-street parking and vehicle use areas. Approved landscape materials for off-street parking and vehi- have at least 25 square feet of area. cle use areas shall include: vines, lawn grass, natural 5 I. Mulches. Mulches shall be applied and maintained in ground cover, pebbles, brick pavers, mulch, low-grow- design accordance with the most recent edition of the Florida standards ing plants, or other vegetation and existing trees and Yards and Neighborhoods Handbook titled “A Guide shrubs. to Florida Friendly Landscaping” by the University of 6 Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences
protection C. Trees. environment 1. Size. All trees required to be planted shall be at (UF/IFAS) and available on-line at http://fyn.ifas.ufl. least 6 feet tall when planted and shall reach a mini- edu/pdf/handbook.pdf. 7 section mum mature height of 15 feet and normal adult drip & buffering
landscaping Sec. 107-7. - Planting time of year. Plants shall be in- line of 15 feet in diameter. stalled during the period of the year most appropriate to the particular species, as determined by a Licensed 8 2. Native trees. All trees shall be selected from the
parking Nurseryman or Landscape Architect. If compliance
& loading City replant list (Sec. 106-26) unless soil and other conditions do not favor survival, but only if verified with this requirement delays planting until after the is- by a Licensed Nurseryman or Landscape Architect. suance of a certificate of occupancy, the developer or 9
public Native trees and existing trees are preferred if pos- property owner may be required to post a performance improvements sible. bond sufficient to pay all costs of the required planting before the certificate will be issued.
10 D. Shrubs and hedges.
standards 1. All plantings should be spaced in a manner to ef- Sec. 107-8. – Landscape Plan. A landscape plan shall supplemental fectively screen the land use from the view of adjoin- be submitted, reviewed and approved by the Planning ing structures within one year from planting. Director at the preliminary and final site plan stages, or 11
of land of prior to the issuance of a building or access and drain-
subdivision 2. All plants shall be healthy and free of disease and age permits. These plans should be integrated into the pests at the time of planting. site plans/plats submitted, and shall be prepared by a
12 Landscape Architect or other persons as authorized un- sign 3. When planted, shrubs and hedges shall be at least
standards der Chapter 481, Part II, Florida Statutes. 18 inches high from ground elevation to the top of the plant. A. The landscape plan shall consist of: 13 1. Date, scale, north arrow, and the names, addresses, concurrency management E. Ground covers. Ground cover plants used in lieu of and telephone numbers of both the property owner grass, in whole or in part, shall be planted in such man- and the person preparing the plan; ner as to present a finished appearance and reasonably 14 complete coverage within one (1) year after planting. 2. Location of existing boundary lines and dimen- nonconformities sions of the site, the zoning classification of the site, F. Lawn grasses. Grasses should be planted in a manner and the zoning classification of adjacent properties, 15 to achieve permanent coverage within 1 year. Grasses A vicinity map should also be attached to or made a
enforcement may be planted by seeding, sprigging, plugging or sod-
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part of the plan; A. Responsibility. All landscape materials and work- general
manship shall be guaranteed by the landscape installer 1 3. Approximate centerlines of existing water courses and/or developer for a period not to exceed two years. and the location of the twenty-five (25) year and one Thereafter, the property owner shall be responsible for processes hundred (100) year floodplain, if applicable; the ap- maintaining all landscaping and vegetated buffers. admin. proximate location of significant drainage features; 2 and the location and size of existing and proposed B. Plant material. Maintenance includes:
buildings, streets, utility easements, driveways, park- 1. Mowing, pruning, litter removal, irrigation or wa- authority review
ing, sidewalks, and similar features; tering, fertilizing, and replacing all dead plant ma- 3 terial. 4. Project name, street address, and legal description; districts 2. All plants shall be maintained in a healthy, pest zoning 5. Location, height, and material of proposed screen- and disease free condition. 4 ing and fencing (with berms to be delineated by one
(1) foot contours); C. Visual screens, fences and planters. The mainte- standards design
nance of visual screens, fences and artificial planters 5 6. Locations and dimensions of proposed landscape includes, but is not limited to, repairing, replacing buffers, areas, and cross section;
damaged or deteriorated portions, and painting. environment protection
7. Complete description of plant materials shown on D. Failure to maintain. The failure to maintain land- 6 the plan, including names (common and botanical scaping, buffers, visual screens, fences and artificial landscaping landscaping
name), locations, quantities, container or diameter section planters according to the requirements of this section buffering & breast height sizes at installation, heights, spread, will constitute a nuisance as defined in Chapter 12, Ar- 7 method of irrigation and spacing. The location and ticle II of the Panama City Municipal Code. type of all existing trees on the lot over four (4) inches & loading
in caliper or greater must be specifically indicated; E. Irrigation. All newly-planted and relocated plant parking
material shall be watered by temporary or permanent 8 8. An indication of how existing healthy trees pro- irrigation systems until such time as they are estab-
posed to be retained will be protected from damage lished and subsequently on an as-needed basis to pre- improvements
during construction; public
vent stress and die-off. If an irrigation system is not 9 provided, a hose bib shall be provided within seven- 9. Size, height, location and material of proposed seat- ty-five (75) feet of any landscape area. ing, lighting, planters, sculptures, and water features; supplemental standards
Sec. 107-10. - Screening. 10 10. Identify xeriscaping elements incorporated into A. General Requirements. Screening shall be re- the plan; and
quired to conceal specific areas of high visual or au- subdivision of land 11. Other information as may be required by the ditory impact or hazardous areas from both on-site 11 Planning Director and Public Works Director to de- and off-site views. Such areas shall be screened at all times, unless otherwise specified, regardless of adja- termine whether the landscape plan meets the re- standards
cent uses, districts, or other proximate landscaping sign quirements of this Code. 12 material. B. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or management approval of a final plat (as applicable), the landscape B. Items to Be Screened. The following areas shall concurrency professional responsible for the project shall provide be screened from off-site views in accordance with 13 written, sealed or notarized, certification to the Engi- this section: neer of Record that the installation of landscaping has 1. Large waste receptacles (dumpsters) and refuse nonconformities collection points (including cardboard recycling been completed in accordance with the approved plan 14 or plat. The Engineer of Record shall provide a copy of containers);
the landscape professional’s certification with submittal enforcement 2. Service areas; of his/her certification. 15 3. Outdoor storage areas (including storage tanks); Sec. 107-9. - Maintenance and irrigation. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 107 - LANDSCAPING AND BUFFERING Unified Land Development Code 7 - 6 4. To the extent feasible given access requirements, ground-based utility equipment in excess of 12 cu- 1 bic feet; and general 5. Ground level mechanical units, from public
2 streets only. admin. processes C. Screening Methods. The following items are per- mitted for use as screening materials. Alternative
3 screening materials that are not listed may be used review
authority if it is determined they are comparable to these screening materials.
4 1. Vegetative materials that meet the minimum zoning zoning
districts vegetative screening requirements for a buffer.
2. An earthen berm that is at least two feet in 5 height, covered with grass, and planted with other design
standards landscaping materials consistent with the func- tion of and requirements for a buffer—provided,
6 however, that a berm shall not be used in the DTD
protection or StAD districts or if it will replace existing trees environment of ten inches in caliper or more; 7 section 3. A solid fence constructed of treated or rot-resis- & buffering landscaping tant wood (such as cypress or redwood), or a plas- tic or vinyl fence, of a minimum height necessary
8 to fully-screen the object being screened; or parking & loading 4. A masonry wall that is the minimum height nec- essary to fully-screen the object being screened, 9
public and that is constructed of brick, textured concrete improvements masonry units, or stuccoed block or similiar ma- terials. 10
standards 5. Use of chain link fencing with wooden or plastic supplemental slats does not qualify as a screen. 11
of land of Secs. 107-11—107-30. - Reserved. subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
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CHAPTER 108 – PARKING AND Community residential 1 per bedroom general homes 1 LOADING Hotels, and motels, and 1.3 per room plus 1 per
mobile home parks 100 SF of restaurant or processes Sec. 108-1. - Off-street parking and loading. admin. lounge A Generally. The purpose of required parking spaces is 2 to provide enough on-site parking to accommodate the Boarding homes 1 per guest bedroom Public assembly majority of traffic generated by the range of uses which authority might locate at the site over time. Church, temple or other 1 per 3 seats in main review 3 1. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided upon place of worship assembly hall the erection or enlargement of any building or struc- Fraternal organization 1 per 300 sq. ft. gross districts ture or upon an increase in the capacity of any build- or private club floor area + 1.5 per bed- zoning ing or structure, including, but not limited to, dwell- room 4 ing units, guest rooms, floor area, seating capacity,
Auditorium, theater, 1 per 3 seating spaces standards employment or patronage. gymnasiums or conven- design 5 2. No on street public parking spaces may be used in tion halls Libraries or museums 1 per 500 sq. ft gross area calculating the number of parking spaces required of environment protection any business, except: Private schools, kinder- 1 per 4 seats in assembly i. Where a business has a designated employment, gartens, and day care hall + 1 per classroom 6 seating or patronage capacity of 25 persons or centers landscaping more; or, Amusement place, 1 per 4 seating spaces or & buffering dance hall, swimming 1 per each 200-sq. ft. of 7 ii. Where 25 percent of the minimum parking re- pool or exhibition hall floor or grounds used for
quirement is satisfied by available off-street public section & loading &
amusement or assembly. parking parking facilities located on the same side of the
Health facilities 8 block and which is not separated by a major street or thorough-fare and is located within 51,000 feet Hospitals 1.75 per bed of the business, only if the access is not interrupted Sanitariums, convales- 1 per 500 sq. ft. of gross improvements public
by a fence, wall, or other structure separating the cent homes or similar in- floor area 9 business from the off-street parking area. stitutions
Animal hospitals 1 per 400 sq. ft. of gross supplemental The measurement from the business to the park- standards floor area 10 ing area shall be measured from the entrance of the business to the entrance of the parking facility Medical, dental and 6 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
along the commonly traveled and approved pedes- health offices and clinics of gross floor area subdivision of land trian walkway or route between the business and Mortuaries, and funeral 1 per each employee, plus 11 the parking facility. parlors or homes 1 for each 50 square feet
of assembly area or 1 for standards
3. Off-street parking requirements shall be as follows: sign
each 4 fixed seats, which- 12 ever amount is greater. Table 108-1: Off-Street Parking Requirements Business management concurrency
Use Minimum Spaces Required Bowling alley 5.6 per alley 13 Dwellings Food stores and drug- 1 per 250 sq. ft. of gross
Single-family, duplex, or 2 per unit stores floor area (over 4,000 sq. nonconformities ft.: use 1 per 200 sq. ft. of
cluster or townhouse 14 gross floor area) Apartment or condomini- 1.45 per unit plus 1 per 10
um units enforcement
Condominium or town- 2 per unit 15 house definitions
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Commercial, retail, busi- 1 per 300 sq. ft. of gross the Institute of Transportation Engineers.
1 ness personal services floor area, and 1 space B. Change of Use Requirements.
general per 1,000 sq. ft. of gross 1. The number of off-street parking or loading spac- floor area used for stor- es shall be increased to meet the requirements of this age.
2 Chapter, if the City finds that an increase in floor Health spa or club 1 per 200 sq. ft. of gross
admin. area, seating capacity, or other factor controlling the processes floor area number of parking or loading spaces required by this Business and profession- 1 per 250 sq. ft. of gross ULDC causes the site not to conform to this ULDC. 3 al offices floor area & 1 per em- review
authority ployee 2. Increase in requirements, based on a parking study. i. The number of required parking spaces may be Banks or other financial 7 per 1,000 sq. ft. of
4 increased by the City, if a parking study demon- institutions gross floor area zoning zoning
districts strates that the proposed use would have a park- Restaurant, lounge or 1 per 75 sq. ft. of floor ing demand in excess of the requirements in Table establishment for the area plus 0.5 per seat 108.1. 5 consumption of beverag- design
standards es on-premises ii. The City may require the developer to provide a Drive-in restaurants Subject to approval by parking study when the Planning Director presents
6 the director preliminary data indicating that an increase in the
protection Shopping centers 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of number of parking spaces may be warranted. environment gross floor area up to C. Special Parking Districts.
7 15-acre center, and 1 1. The City may designate special parking districts per each 200 sq. ft. gross & buffering landscaping landscaping where parking or transit facilities may be provided by floor area for over 15- the City, thus lessening the demand for on-site parking. acre center
8 i. The Community Redevelopment Areas are hereby section
parking parking Convenience food stores Subject to approval by
& loading designated as special parking districts. the director Mini-warehouse 1 per 1,000 SF of gross ii. For development proposed in these districts, the 9
public (self-storage units) floor area plus 1 per ev- City may allow the developer to pay a fee in lieu of improvements ery 100 storage units. providing some or all of the spaces required by this Marina 1 space per 4 wet slips, 1 Chapter.
10 space per 4 dry storage 1). The fee shall be a one-time, nonrefundable fee standards per parking space avoided, paid to the City, prior to supplemental racks, and 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of office/retail the issuance of a development order.
11 space. Facilities which
of land of 2). The amount of the fee shall be determined by
subdivision include boat ramps must the City and shall be equal to the land acquisition, have one vehicular park- construction, and maintenance costs of parking ing space per boat trailer
12 spaces that are deferred by this section. The in- sign parking space.
standards lieu payment will be calculated by the Planning Light Industrial uses 1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. Director and approved by the City Commission, of gross floor area up to in accordance with the following formula: In lieu 13 20,000 sq. ft., and 1 space parking payment = (total spaces required to meet concurrency management per employee. the code - on-site spaces - approved off-site spac- Heavy Industrial uses 2 space per 1,000 sq. ft. es - approved on-street parking spaces) x (in-lieu
14 of gross floor areaplus 1 fee). The in-lieu fee shall be based upon the cost
nonconformities per employee of construction for parking spaces considering such factors as land acquisition, design fees, engi- For uses not covered in the above table, the appropri-
15 neering, financing, construction, inspection, and ate number of minimum parking spaces are based
enforcement other relevant factors. upon the most recent Parking Generation edition of
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3). This fee shall be used by the City solely for the vehicular maneuvering areas shall be surfaced with general
purchase, construction, operation, and mainte- materials approved by the director; properly drained 1 nance of parking or transit facilities serving the and landscaped; designed for pedestrian safety and
area of the development. provide direct access to a public street or alley. Each processes lot containing 5 or more spaces shall have an off-street admin. iii. The City may, at the time of accepting the fee, en- vehicular maneuvering area so that no vehicle will be 2 ter into an agreement with the developer to construct required to back into or from any public street or alley. or provide parking or transit facilities. authority review
G. Parking spaces and drive aisles for parking lots 3 iv. No parking space shall be allocated to more than shall have dimensions in accordance with Table 108-2. one (1) business unless the time of use does not over- Parking space standards in Table 108-1 shall be de- districts lap. termined from the publication: Parking Generation, zoning issued by the Institute of Transportation Engineers 4 v. Businesses using public parking as part of its re- or other documented applicable standards, i.e. such quired parking facilities shall pay a fee to the City for standards as a local survey of similar land uses that identify design
maintenance costs of the parking spaces that are de- 5 the amount of parking needed to meet the demand ferred by this section. for 90 percent of the operating hours. environment D. Location of off-street parking. The parking spaces protection H. Parking lots shall be buffered and landscaped pur- shall be provided on the same lot as that of the structure 6 suant to Section 107-4. it serves or within 51,000 feet of the principal entrance landscaping thereto, as measured along the most direct pedestrian I. Access between abutting areas. The Planning Di- & buffering walkway. rector may require driveway access between abutting 7 off-street parking areas when such access is considered E. Joint use of off-street parking space. No part of an beneficial to the public by reducing traffic on adjacent section & loading & off-street parking area required for any building or land streets and is feasible from a construction standpoint parking 8 use shall be used as a parking facility for another or oth- (grading, cost, etc.). er land use, except where the parking demands of dif- ferent uses occur at different times which in turn shall J. Off-street loading and unloading requirements. improvements public be supported by: There shall be provided on the same lot as that of the 9 principal structures (other than single-family, duplex, 1. A notarized statement from all property owners in-
triplex or quadraplex dwellings) adequate space for ve- supplemental volved stating that the activities of each building or hicular off-street loading, unloading, and the maneu- standards 10 land use which create a demand for parking occur at vering of commercial vehicles. Any vehicular off-street different times. vehicular maneuvering area shall be located within the subdivision subdivision
parking area. All vehicular loading and maneuvering of land
2. An agreement between the parties for maintenance 11 areas shall be surfaced with materials approved by the of the parking area. Director, and shall have direct access to a public street 3. An agreement providing that so long as there is or alley. A minimum of one such loading space shall be standards sign not a conflict in the demand for parking between the provided for all nonresidential buildings or structures 12 different land uses that would violate the minimum where 6 or more parking spaces are required, plus one management standards of this chapter, the agreement would con- additional space for each 10,000 square feet (or frac- concurrency
tinue in full force and effect; otherwise it would ter- tion thereof) of area. 13 minate. Nothing in this division shall be construed K. Permanent reservation. The area reserved for off-
to prevent the joint use of off-street parking space by nonconformities street parking or loading shall not be reduced in area two or more buildings or land uses if the total park- or converted to any other use unless the use it serves 14 ing spaces when used together are more than the total is discontinued or modified in a manner that does not spaces required for the various individual land uses
require the use of the parking facility, except where enforcement or buildings computed separately.
equivalent parking or loading space is provided in ac- 15 F. Off-street parking lot requirements. All parking and cordance with the provisions hereof.
L. Drainage. All parking or maneuvering areas shall be definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 108 - PARKING AND LOADING Unified Land Development Code 8- 4
designed and engineered so that the drainage will run Table 108-2: Parking Spaces & Passenger Load- to existing drainage structures or otherwise comply
1 ing Zones for Handicapped with criteria in Chapter 106.
general Over 1,000 20: plus 1 for each 100 M. Handicapped parking requirements. Any commer- over 1,000
2 cial development or residential rental complex offering N. Motorcycle Space Substitution. Parking lots with a
admin. parking to the general public shall provide motor ve- processes hicle parking spaces for the exclusive use of physically minimum of 40 parking spaces may substitute standard disabled persons who have been issued parking per- parking spaces with motorcycle spaces. One standard 3 mits pursuant to Florida Statutes in compliance with parking space may be replaced with a motorcycle space review
authority the following: for each 40 required standard parking spaces. 1. All angled or perpendicular parking spaces shall Sec. 108-2. Design standards for off-street parking 4 be a minimum of 12 feet wide. and loading areas. zoning zoning districts 2. Parallel parking spaces shall be located at the be- A. Minimum Size. ginning or end of a block or adjacent to driveway 1. Standard parking spaces in surface parking lots 5 entrances. should be sized according to Table 108.3, Parking design
standards Standards. Alternate sizing may be allowed provid- 3. Each parking space shall be conspicuously out- ed space dimensions are consistent with the latest
6 lined in blue paint and shall be posted and main- editions of the ITE Traffic Engineering Handbook and/or the ULI Dimensions of Parking.
protection tained with a permanent, above-grade sign bearing environment the international symbol of handicapped accessi- bility and the caption “Parking by Disabled Permit 2. All parking spaces in multi-story parking garages 7 Only.” should be at least eight and one-half feet in width, & buffering landscaping landscaping and 18 feet in length. Alternate sizing may also be 4. All spaces shall have an adjacent access aisle of not allowed for parking garage spaces provided the jus-
8 less than 5 feet wide. tification is derived from the ITE or ULI publica- section
parking parking tion (referenced above). & loading 5. All spaces shall be accessible to a curb ramp when necessary. 3. Parallel parking spaces should be a minimum of 9
public eight and one-half feet wide and 22 feet long. If a
improvements 6. The minimum number of handicapped parking parallel space abuts no more than one other parallel spaces is defined in Table 108-2, below. space, and adequate access room is via angled curb, then the length may be reduced to 20 feet. 10
standards Table 108-2: Parking Spaces & Passenger Load- supplemental ing Zones for Handicapped 4. Tandem parking spaces must be a minimum of nine feet wide and 19 feet long. Total Spaces for Zones Required Number to be 11
of land of Reserved for
subdivision 5. A standard motorcycle parking space should be Handicapped five feet wide and nine feet long. Up to 25 1 12 sign 26 to 50 2 6. Spaces for handicapped parking shall measure 11 standards 51 to 75 3 feet wide by 20 feet long and shall be located adjacent to handicap access ramps. 76 to 100 4 13 101 to 150 5 7. The standard off-street loading space should be concurrency management 151 to 200 6 ten feet wide, 25 feet long, provide vertical clearance 201-300 7 of 15 feet, and provide adequate area for maneuver- 14 301-400 8 ing, ingress and egress. The length of one or more of nonconformities the loading spaces may be increased up to 55 feet if 401-500 9 full-length tractor-trailers must be accommodated. 501-1,000 2% of total 15 Developers may install loading spaces that are larger
enforcement than the standard, but the number of spaces should
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not be reduced on that account. be designed to be safe and convenient, and shall be general
designed to provide for adequate police and fire pro- 1 8. The Planning Director may modify these require- tection and garbage and trash collection. ments where necessary to promote a substantial pub- processes lic interest relating to environmental protection, tree 3. Parking and loading areas, aisles, pedestrian walks, admin. protection, or drainage. The City shall certify that the landscaping, and open space shall be designed as in- 2 modification does not create a serious hazard or in- tegral parts of an overall development plan and shall
convenience. be properly related to existing and proposed build- authority review
ings. 3 Table 108-3: Off-Street Parking Standards 4. Buildings, parking and loading areas, landscaping districts and open spaces shall be designed so that pedestri- zoning Parking Stall Stall Aisle Lot or 4 angle width depth width Module ans moving from parking areas to buildings and be- (degrees) (feet) (feet) (feet) width tween buildings are not unreasonably exposed to ve- standards
(feet) hicular traffic. Sites shall be planned to accomplish a design
A B C D E desirable transition between pedestrian and vehicu- 5 lar areas in order to provide for adequate landscap- 0 8.5’ 22.0’ ing and to provide for safe pedestrian and vehicular environment protection 45 9.0’ 18.0’ 12.0’ 48.0’ movement. Paving materials for pedestrian areas 6 60 9.0’ 20.8’ 18.0’ 59.6’ transecting vehicle use areas shall be contrasting or marked in a manner clearly identifying pedestrian landscaping 90 9.0’ 20.0’ 24.0’ 64.0’ & buffering cross access paths. Where possible, pedestrian walk-
ways shall be buffered from vehicular areas by land- 7 Exhibit 108-1: Off-Street Parking Lot Standards scape material. Where greater than three rows of section
parking are created, and where the rows contain fif- loading & parking
teen or greater parking spaces per row, the required 8 landscaped island area for every continuous fifteen parking spaces, or in the case where more than one improvements
landscape island is required, the set of islands cre- public ating the most direct path between the parking lot 9 and building entrance, shall be expanded to include supplemental
a paved contrasting material or marked pedestrian standards
cross parking pathway. The cross parking pathway 10 shall be connected to the required pedestrian street
access pathway either directly or by a contiguously subdivision
Exhibit 108-2: Parallel Parking Example of land and similarly marked cross property access pathway. 11
5. Landscaped, paved, and gradually inclined or flat pedestrian walks shall be provided along the lines standards sign of the most intense use, particularly from building 12 entrances to streets, parking areas, and adjacent management buildings. Pedestrian walks should be designed to concurrency
discourage incursions into landscape buffer and 13 conservation areas except at designated crossings. nonconformities B. Layout. 6. Each off-street parking space shall open directly 1. All parking layouts, traffic lanes and turnarounds onto an aisle or driveway that, except for single-fam- 14 shall be designed in accordance with technical con- ily and two-family residences, is not a public street.
struction standards maintained by the City Engineer. Where possible, parking lots between commercial enforcement
and professional uses shall be joined in either the 15 2. Pedestrian circulation facilities, roadways, drive- front or rear of the primary structures(s) to facilitate
ways, and off-street parking and loading areas shall cross access. The required vehicle separation area definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 108 - PARKING AND LOADING Unified Land Development Code 8 - 6 between such conjoined parking lots may be waived ing spaces required by this section may be unpaved. by staff; however, the ability to install landscape is- 1 lands between the lots to meet either the individual ii. For all churches and places of public assem- general or combined interior vehicle use area landscaping bly, those spaces in excess of the sum of handi- requirements shall be retained. capped spaces and those spaces needed on a Mon-
2 day-through-Friday basis, may be unpaved.
admin. 7. Aisles and driveways shall not be used for parking processes vehicles, except that the driveway of a single-family iii. For all bed and breakfast home-stays and bed or two-family residence shall be counted as a parking and breakfast inns. 3 space for the dwelling unit, or as a number of park- review iv. For vehicle overhangs beyond the wheel stop authority ing spaces as determined by the Planning Director a maximum of two feet, provided the area is based on the size and accessibility of the driveway. grassed and properly maintained in a pristine 4 manicured state. zoning zoning
districts 8. Parking spaces for all uses, except single-family and two-family residences, shall be designed to per- v. Overflow parking as determined by the City mit entry and exit without moving any other motor 5 during the site plan design and review process. vehicle. design Overflow parking stalls may be unpaved where standards 9. No parking space shall be located so as to block the traffic movement lanes servicing the unpaved parking are paved. The unpaved parking needs to 6 access by emergency vehicles. be stabilized in a manner allowing for both private protection environment C. Paving. vehicle use and access and use by emergency ve- 1. Except as provided in [subsection] 3 below, all hicles. Parking stalls shall be planted with grass or 7 areas reserved for off-street parking spaces, loading sod of a variety durable under such use and may & buffering landscaping landscaping zones and/or vehicle use areas, in accordance with be fitted with wheel stops designating individual the requirements of this section, shall have one of spaces. Overflow parking shall be segregated from
8 the following surface treatments: regular parking by landscaping or other divider section parking parking
& loading i. concrete; (fencing, berms, gates etc.) and curbs and wheel cuts need to be installed and secured in a manner ii. asphalt concrete; or which discourages casual use of these areas. Storm 9
public water management for overflow and holiday park- improvements iii. an industry recognized porous paving sys- ing must be included and addressed in the site’s tem such as Turf Stone*, porous concrete, Grass storm water permit. Examples of overflow parking Pave*, or other types of paver blocks. 10 include parking for sports events and parking for standards supplemental *Indicates specific proprietary paving system. holiday peak utilization.
All surface treatments shall be installed to comply Sec. 108-3. - Parking deferral. 11
of land of A. To avoid requiring more parking spaces than actual-
subdivision with all relevant industry standards and the stan- dards of the City of Panama City. Manufacturer’s ly needed to serve a development, the City Commission data providing product details shall be submitted may defer the provision of some portion of the off-street 12 sign to the City Engineer. The City Engineer shall deter- parking spaces required by this section if the conditions standards mine the percent impervious value of the proposed and requirements of paragraphs below are satisfied. material accordingly. B. As a condition precedent to obtaining a partial defer- 13 ral by the City Commission, the developer must show concurrency
management 2. Parking spaces shall be delineated in accordance with the regulations of this section and arranged to any one or more of the following: allow ingress and egress to each space. 1. A parking study as described in this section indi- 14 cates that there is not a present need for the deferred
nonconformities 3. In the following circumstances, paving of parking parking. spaces is not required: 2. Public transportation satisfies transportation de- 15 i. In all zoning districts, 50 percent of the parking mands for a portion of the users of the facility that
enforcement spaces in excess of the minimum number of park-
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corresponds to the amount of parking sought to be 4. If the developer satisfies one or more of the cri- general
deferred. teria in [subsection] B, the City Commission may 1 approve a deferred parking plan submitted by the 3. The developer has established or will establish an developer. The number of parking spaces deferred processes alternative means of access to the use that will justi- shall correspond to the estimated number of parking admin. fy deferring the number of parking spaces sought to spaces that will not be needed because of the condi- 2 be deferred. Alternative programs that may be con- tion or conditions established. sidered by the City Commission include, but are not authority review
limited to: C. A deferred parking plan: 3 i. Private and public car pools and van pools. 1. Shall be designed to contain sufficient space to meet the full parking requirements of this section, districts ii. Charging for parking. shall illustrate the layout for the full number of park- zoning ing spaces, and shall designate which are to be de- 4 iii. Subscription bus services. ferred. standards iv. Flexible work-hour scheduling. design 2. Shall not assign deferred spaces to areas required 5 v. Capital improvement for transit services. for landscaping, buffer zones, setbacks, or areas that
would otherwise be unsuitable for parking spaces environment protection vi. Ride sharing. because of the physical characteristics of the land or other requirements of this Chapter. 6 vii. Establishment of a transportation coordination landscaping position to implement car pool, van pool, and tran- 3. Shall include a landscaping plan for the deferred & buffering
sit programs. parking area. 7 a. Non-motorized transportation. The percent- 4. Shall include a written agreement with the City section
age of parking spaces sought to be deferred cor- loading & responds to the percentage residents, employees, that, one year from the date of issuance of the certif- parking 8 and customers who regularly walk, use bicycles icate of acceptance, the deferred spaces will be con- and other non-motorized forms of transportation, verted to parking spaces that conform to this section at the developer’s expense should the City Commis- improvements
or use mass transportation to come to the facility. public
sion determine from experience that the additional 9 b. On-street parking. The percentage of parking parking spaces are needed.
spaces sought to be deferred corresponds to the supplemental 5. Shall include a written agreement that the devel- standards
percentage of vehicles that may be accommodated 10 by on-street parking within 200 feet of the devel- oper will cover the expense of a traffic study to be opment. undertaken by the City to determine the advisabili- ty of providing the full parking requirement. subdivision of land c. Transportation system management. An alter- 11 native method of transportation designed to ad- D. When authorized by the City Commission upon a preliminary finding that the parking is inadequate, but dress the short term transportation system needs standards
not sooner than one year after the date of issuance of sign through more efficient use of existing transporta- 12 tion facilities. the certificate of acceptance for the development, the City shall undertake a study to determine the need of management d. Transportation demand management. A trans- providing the full parking requirement to satisfy the concurrency portation planning process that is aimed at reliev- proven demand for parking. 13 ing congestion on highways by following several
types of actions: E. Based upon the recommendations of the study, the nonconformities Planning Director and the Planning Board shall deter- (1) actions that promote alternate automobile 14 use; mine if the deferred spaces shall be converted to op- erable parking spaces by the developer or retained as (2) actions that encourage more efficient use of deferred parking area. enforcement alternate transportation systems; and 15 F. The developer may at any time request that the Plan-
(3) action that discourages automobile use. ning Department approve a revised development plan definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 108 - PARKING AND LOADING Unified Land Development Code 8 - 8 to allow converting the deferred spaces to operable ment to the City for each parking space that is need- parking spaces. ed by the developer but is being provided by the City 1 pursuant to the Public Parking Lot Program. general G. Reduction for mixed or joint use of parking spac- es. The Planning Board shall authorize a reduction in Sec. 108-4. - Bicycle Parking.
2 the total number of required parking spaces for two A. Purpose. To facilitate the lessening of car-related
admin. or more uses jointly providing off-street parking when congestion in the City and to promote the use of alter- processes their respective hours of need of maximum parking do native modes of transportation, to provide for general not normally overlap. Reduction of parking require- health and fitness and to promote air quality and reduce 3 ments because of joint use shall be approved if the fol- pollution the accommodation of bicycle commuting is review
authority lowing conditions are met: required through the provision of adequate and safe 1. The developer submits sufficient data to demon- facilities for the storage of bicycles. Further, as speci-
4 strate that hours of maximum demand for parking at fied by this section a reduction in required automobile zoning zoning districts the respective uses do not normally overlap. parking spaces is allowed when bicycle parking is pro- vided, creating an incentive for providing bicycle park- 2. The developer submits a legal agreement approved ing in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter. 5 by the City Attorney guaranteeing the joint use of design 1. Locations and Facilities. standards the off-street parking spaces as long as the uses re- i. Bicycle parking should be provided in a well-light- quiring parking are in existence or until the required ed area.
6 parking is provided elsewhere in accordance with
protection the provisions of this section. ii. Bicycle parking should be at least as conveniently environment located as the most convenient automobile spaces, H. Reduction for low percentage of leasable space.
7 other than those spaces for persons with disabilities. The requirements of this section assume an average Safe and convenient means of ingress and egress to & buffering landscaping landscaping percentage of gross leasable building to total gross bicycle parking facilities should be provided. building area (approximately 85 percent). If a use has 8 section a much lower percentage of leasable space because of iii. Bicycle parking facilities shall not interfere with parking parking & loading cafeterias, athletic facilities or covered patios; atriums; accessible paths of travel or accessible parking as conversion of historic residential structures to com- required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of
9 mercial use; or for other reasons; the City may reduce 1990. public the parking requirements if the following conditions improvements are met: iv. Protected and unprotected bicycle racks should 1. The developer submits a detailed floor plan de- be located in highly visible areas to minimize theft 10 scribing how all of the floor area in the building will and vandalism. standards
supplemental be used. v. In the event compliance with location require- 2. The developer agrees in writing that the usage of ments set forth above is not feasible because of de- 11 of land of the square footage identified as not leasable shall re- monstrable hardship, the Technical Review Com- subdivision main as identified; unless and until additional park- mittee may approve an alternative storage location ing is provided to conform fully with this section. as guided by the following criteria: 12
sign a. Such alternative facilities should be well-light-
standards I. Reduction for participation in City Public Park- ed and secure. ing Lot Program. In the event the City Commis- b. All Bicycle parking spaces outside of a building
13 sion determines after one year after the issuance of a Certificate of Acceptance that, based on the City’s should be located within one hundred (100) feet concurrency management experience, additional parking spaces are needed, of the primary building entrance. the developer shall provide the requested addition-
14 2. Layout of Spaces. Bicycle Parking Spaces or al- al parking spaces in accordance with the Code or ternative spaces approved by the Technical Review nonconformities participate in a City approved Public Parking Lot Committee should be laid out according to the fol- Program provided the development is within the al- lowing: 15 lowable distance from the Public Parking Lot. The i. A bicycle parking space should be four (4) feet enforcement participation shall be the developer making a pay- by six (6) feet and should provide for locking up to
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two (2) bicycles to a bicycle rack or a bicycle locker b. When calculation of the maximum number general
that can store up to two (2) bicycles per unit. of reduced parking spaces results in a fraction, 1 the resulting number shall be rounded to the ii. At a minimum, bicycle racks should consist of next highest integer. processes a stationary device with a base that can wedge an- admin. chors for surface mounting, provides steel tubing ii. The reduction in the number of automobile 2 one (1) inch to four (4) inches outside diameter, parking spaces should be reduced by no more
containing locking points between one (1) feet and than one (1) space for each bicycle parking space, authority review
three (3) feet off the ground and a gap near the bot- but by no more than five (5) percent of the total 3 tom for pedal clearance, enabling one to lock a bi- required spaces. cycle frame and one of the wheels with a standard districts U-Lock. Such a rack must be able to accommodate iii. This provision cannot be applied to single-unit zoning at least two (2) bicycles upright by rack frame. residential, animal care, car wash, salvage yard, 4 service station, and vehicle/equipment repair standards
iii. At a minimum, protected bicycle parking uses. design
spaces should be secure facilities which protect Secs. 108-5 - Compact Car Space Requirements. 5 the entire bicycle, its components and accesso- A. In Special Parking Districts, parking for compact
ries against theft and against inclement weather, cars may be provided for up to 25 percent of the re- environment protection including wind-driven rain. This type of facility quired parking provided that the parking meets the includes, but is not limited to bicycle lockers, following standards: 6 check-in facilities, monitored bicycle parking, 1. Compact car parking may be provided for only landscaping restricted access parking, and personal storage. nonresidential land uses. & buffering 7 iii. All bicycle parking areas should afford a four (4) 2. Each compact parking space may be eight feet
foot wide access aisle to ensure safe access to spaces. wide and 16 feet in length section & loading & parking
iv. Bicycle parking and automobile parking should 3. If the total parking requirements of any use or 8 be located so as to protect bicycles from damage. structure is less than 15 spaces, no compact car
spaces are permitted. improvements public
v. Where bicycle parking spaces are not visible from 9 the primary street, signage should be used to direct 4. Compact car parking must be designated for cyclists safely to bicycle parking areas. exclusive use of compact cars through the use of supplemental signs or pavement parking. standards v. All bicycle racks and lockers should be securely 10 anchored to the ground or building structure. 5. The overall design must be reviewed and ap-
vi. Bicycle parking spaces should not interfere proved by the Planning Director. subdivision of land
with pedestrian circulation and shall adhere to 11 ADA requirements. 6. For each compact car space, an additional 5 square feet of landscaped open space shall be pro- vi. Bicycle parking should be an integral part of the vided on the site. standards sign overall site layout and designed to minimize visual 12 clutter. In any designated community redevelop- Secs. 108-6 - Parking Structures. (see definition in management ment area, the design should compliment the sur- Chapter 116) concurrency
rounding structures. A. The following requirements shall apply to the de- 13 velopment of parking structures in the City. 3. Off-Street Parking Reduction for Bicycle Parking. 1. A parking structure may be allowed in UR-2, nonconformities i. A reduction in the number of off-street parking MU-3, GC-2, CHD, DTD, StAD, and HI. spaces required (excluding parking spaces for per- 14 sons with disabilities) should be permitted for the 2. The nearest wall of a parking structure shall be lo-
provision of bicycle parking provided that: cated within 550 feet of the district or property line enforcement
a. No fee is required for using the bicycle parking of the premises the parking is intended to serve. 15 made available; 3. Parking structures shall be properly lighted, how- definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 108 - PARKING AND LOADING Unified Land Development Code 8 - 10 ever, lighting shall be installed so as not to create an illumination or glare nuisance for adjacent proper- 1 ties. general 4. Buffers shall be provided according to Chapter
2 107. admin. processes 5. Design criteria shall be as specified in the latest editions of the ITE Traffic Engineering Handbook
3 and/or the Urban Land Institute/National Parking review
authority Association’s The Dimensions of Parking,
6. Parking garages shall not exceed a height limit of 4 35 feet when contiguous to residential zones. zoning zoning districts Secs. 108-7 —108-999. – Reserved. 5 design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 section parking parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement
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permanent and acceptable to the fire department, shall general CHAPTER 109 – INFRASTRUCTURE be made available. 1 AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS D. Drainage. In addition to the requirements set forth processes ARTICLE I. - IN GENERAL in Article III, Division 2, all drainage structures or admin. conveyances shall be designed and constructed to ac- 2 Sec. 109-1. Public purpose. The purpose of this Chap- commodate stormwater runoff produced by a 25-year, ter is to provide design and improvement standards for critical duration storm event and, if applicable, comply authority development activities undertaken within the City in review
with the requirements of Chapter 14-86, Florida Ad- 3 order to provide a definitive process for review of appli- ministrative Code (FDOT drainage permit). cations for approval of developments which are consis- districts tent with the comprehensive plan. E. Illumination. All streets, driveways, sidewalks, zoning bikeways, parking lots and other common areas and 4 Sec. 109-2. Compliance. No building or structure shall facilities in developments shall provide illumination
be constructed, erected, placed or maintained, nor any standards
meeting the technical construction standards main- design development or land use commenced within the City
tained by the City Engineer. 5 inconsistent with this chapter.
Sec. 109-27. Utility easements. When a developer in- environment Sec. 109-3. Responsibility for improvements; compli- protection stalls water, sewer, electrical power, telephone or cable
ance. All costs of planning, design, construction, in- 6 television facilities which will be owned, operated or stallation, or compliance with the requirements of this maintained by a public utility or another entity, other
Unified Land Development Code or other regulations, landscaping than the developer, the developer shall transfer title to & buffering or associated with any improvement or development
such utility together with attendant easements to such 7 shall be the responsibility of the developer. entity. & loading Secs. 109-4—109-24. - Reserved. Sec. 109-28. Utility development standards. parking 1. In areas of new development (either residential or 8 ARTICLE II. – UTILITIES. nonresidential), the subdivision review process shall section address the need for sites and easements for all util- improvements Sec. 109-25. Utilities. This Article is intended to pro- public ities. 9 vide basic standards for availability of utilities services. 2. In all areas of existing development (either resi- Sec. 109-26. Applicability. supplemental dential or nonresidential), site plans for utility cab- standards
A. Electricity and telephone. All residential develop- 10 inets, vaults, pumping stations, huts, etc., shall be ments shall have available a source of electricity and treated as Minor Development. telephone that is adequate to accommodate the permit- subdivision subdivision ted development. of land 3. Site plans for utility facilities shall have a mini- 11 mum five-foot-wide landscape buffer, which shall B. Water and sewer. All habitable development with- be screened from all adjacent properties and street in the City shall be connected onto the City water and standards
rights-of-way, and a minimum two and one-half- sign sewer system and, if not available, within 3 months of 12 foot wide landscape buffer to protect the lesser. The the availability of such service. All connections or ex- landscape buffer shall contain trees and shrubs, management tensions of the water or sewer systems shall comply concurrency which are listed in Chapter 107, Landscaping and
with the Florida Building Code, as it may be amended 13 Buffering. from time to time, and/or, if applicable, state laws and regulations. Sec. 109-29. - Design standards for water supply and nonconformities sanitary sewers. C. Fire hydrants. All developments served by a central 14 A. Water supply system. water system shall include a system of fire hydrants 1. Water mains shall be constructed by a professional consistent with the technical construction standards enforcement engineer in such a manner to adequately serve do- maintained by the City Engineer. Prior to the delivery 15 mestic demands and fire protection needs. of combustible materials and construction of buildings, the water supply for fire protection, either temporary or 2. The sizes of water mains, their location and the definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section Page 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 9 -2 definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL unusual City the may cases, approve 1.3f.p.s. flows. Minimum velocity2f.p.s. be shall at flow, one-half full or, in . sewers Sanitary B. Chapter 109-INFRASTRUCTURE ANDPUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS Engineer. compliance with standards the forth by set City the 5. Testing of materials may required be to ensure to handle flows. sewage the necessary developmentthe or costthe of enlarging stationsthe pumping on flow the based utilized capacity so from requiredbe to pay prorated the cost of any existing area the vice developed, to developer the be may 4. If pumping asanitary station is required to ser directed bybored, City. the unlessotherwise crossings3. All of existing paved city be streets will 2. Minimum and grades sewer velocities: sanitary wastewater connected system thereto. be shall area subdivision of1. All lots a public service in the Engineer. compliance with standard the the specified Cityby 5. Testing of materials may required be to ensure approved bored,be unlessotherwise by City. the 4. The crossing of an existingpaved City streetwill required by paid City by be shall City. the pricetween the of water the main and as needed that development,ticular and ifso, difference the be larger water apar main than that to service needed 3. The City may requirethe developer a to install from to time time. Standards for Water Works, as it may amended be conform to specification the theRecommended of oftypes valves and hydrants, and installation, shall Table Grades Sewer 109-1.:Minimum Sanitary 21” pipe 18” pipe 15” pipe 12” pipe 10” pipe 8” pipe 8” Size and Velocities Grade 0.10 0.12 0.15 0.15 0.25 0.40 (%) - - - A. Principalroadways arterial . are as follows: Functional classifications of roadwayswithinthe city 109-42.-Functional classifications of Sec. roadways. trafficminimize the development.impacts of and from public streets. The standards are intended to ways,pedestrian parking, loading areas, and access to systems, including public and private streets, es minimum requirements applicable to transportation establish This Article 109-41.-Publicpurpose. Sec. ARTICLE III.-TRAFFIC CIRCULATION 109-30—109-40.-Reserved. Secs. roadwaysC. Collector . Minor roadwaysB. arterial . 5. Cove Blvd.: Business U.S. 98 4. Fourth St.: Watson Bayou Drive. to Beach St.2. 11th city limits. 3. Airport Dr.3. Airport 9. 19th St.:9. 19th U.S. 231 Ave.:8. Balboa Drive toStreet. 15th Beach 7. Jenks Ave.: Fourth Street to city limits. 5. Lisenby Ave. limits. U.S. 98 Dr.: St./Beach 6. Cherry Cove Boulevardto Business Street. 7. Cove Blvd. /Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 3. U.S. 98 2. 23rd Street 1. U.S. 231(SR 75):City limits to Business U.S. 98 3. Sherman Ave.: Third Street to 11th Street 2. Third St.: Everitt Avenue to Sherman Avenue. 28). 1. Everitt Ave.: Business U.S. 98 Ave.1. East Street)(15th 6. Harrison Ave.: Business U.S. 98 4. St. Andrews Blvd. 6. Beck Ave.:6. Beck Street 15th to 23rd Street. ness U.S. 98 5. Business U.S. 98: 4. Business U.S. 98:Everitt Avenue Avenue. to Beck way Bridge. 12. Baldwin Rd.: SR12. Baldwin 390to Harrison Avenue. 11. Frankford Ave.: Street 15th northto end of roadway. 10. Lisenby Ave.: Street 10th toStreet. 15th Street). (SR 30) (15th Street)(15th (CR 28) . (SR 30) (SR 389) (SR 368). . (SR 391) (CR 327) : Eastern City: Eastern Avenue. limits to Beck UnifiedLandDevelopment Code northto city limits. (Beck Avenue(Beck toStreet). 15th (SR 75) : Business U.S. 98 : Everitt Ave. to of middle Hatha . (SR 390) : 15th Street: 15th to 23rd Street. to U.S. 98 : Thatportionwithin city (SR 30) (SR 30) (6th Street)(6th (SR 30A) to Street 11th south to Cherry south to Cherry (SR 30) (SR 77) (CR 28) . to U.S. 98 bikeways, northto : Busi- . (6th (6th (CR - - Unified Land Development Code Chapter 109 - INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS Page 9 - 3
Sec. 109-43. - Design standards. 4. Street curb lines at street intersections shall be general
A. Generally. All highways, roads, streets, and rights-of- rounded with no more than the minimum safe radi- 1 way shall be designed and constructed to comply with us for the design speed of the road. When truck traf-
the requirements of the most recent edition of the Man- fic is routinely anticipated, a larger turn radius may processes ual of Uniform Standards for Design, Construction and be required in accordance with the criteria set forth admin. Maintenance for Streets and Highways, Florida Dept. of by the City Engineer. At an angle of intersection of 2 Transportation (the “Green Book”), unless otherwise less than 75 degrees, the City Engineer may require authority specified in this Unified Land Development Code. a greater radius. When an arterial street intersects review
with another arterial street the right-of-way inter- 3 B. Topography. All street systems of a proposed devel- sects shall be increased 20 feet for a distance of 150 opment shall be designed and constructed to avoid en-
feet from the point of intersecting property lines. districts vironmentally sensitive areas and to the extent possible zoning conform to the natural site topography to preserve ex- F. Tangents. A tangent of not less than 100 feet in 4 isting hydrological and vegetative patterns, and to min- length shall be provided between reverse curves on all standards imize erosion and site alteration. arterial and collector streets. design 5 C. Coordination with surrounding area. All proposed G. Divided streets. For the purposes of protecting en- street systems shall be designed and constructed to co- vironmental features or avoiding excessive grading, environment protection ordinate with existing roadways. If adjacent lands are the City may require that a street be divided. In such unplatted, stub-outs shall be provided in the new sys- a case, the design standards shall be applied to the ag- 6 tem for future connection to the roadway system of the gregate dimension of the two street segments. landscaping adjacent unplatted land. & buffering
H. Blocks. 7 D. Residential street systems. 1. Block lengths shall not exceed 1,400 feet or be less 1. Streets in a proposed subdivision or other res- than 500 feet. & loading idential area shall be designed to accommodate in- parking 8 tra-neighborhood traffic rather than through traffic. 2. The width of any block shall be of sufficient- di mensions to accommodate two tiers of lots except section 2. Streets in residential areas shall be the sole vehicu- where one tier of lots abuts an area of nonresidential improvements public
lar access to any lots which abut any collector or arte- development, an arterial street, a railroad or water 9 rial roadway or right-of-way. body. supplemental 3. Streets ending in cul-de-sacs reduce traffic flow I. Bridges. Bridges shall be constructed to the width standards and discourage connectivity and, as such are strongly of the connection roadway pavement or such addi- 10 discouraged. Where, in the opinion of the Planning tional width as required by the City Engineer with an
Director, it is desirable to promote traffic flow or ben- allowance on each side for a pedestrian walk. Bridg- subdivision of land eficial to establish connectivity within or between es extending over waterways shall have a center span 11 proposed or existing developments, the installation and a vertical clearance if determined necessary by the
of cul-de-sacs shall be denied. City Engineer. Bridges shall be designed by a Florida standards sign
registered and professional engineer and conform to 12 E. Intersections. Intersections shall be designed and technical construction standards maintained by the constructed so that: City Engineer. management 1. The flattest possible grade on the approach to and concurrency at the intersection is achieved. J. Safety lanes. All shopping centers and malls shall 13 provide a fire and safety lane of a minimum width of
2. When practical, streets shall intersect at an angle of ten feet contiguous and adjacent to the exterior pe- nonconformities approximately 90 degrees. In no case shall the angles rimeter of the structure or of any walkway affronting 14 of intersection be less than 75 degrees. the structure. Where there are at least two traffic lanes having a minimum width of twelve feet each, adjacent 3. Street jogs or centerline offsets between streets on enforcement to the walkway building or structure, this requirement the opposite side of an intersection shall be no less 15 will be deemed to have been met. A sign shall be post- than 150 feet. ed at 50-foot intervals which states: “Fire Safety Lane. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 109 - INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS Unified Land Development Code 9 - 4 Parking, standing or stopping of motor vehicles pro- A. Rights-of-way width. Right-of-way requirements for hibited at all times.” road construction shall be as follows: 1
general K. Cross access and joint access. Table 109-2.: Rights-of-Way Width 1. If the connection spacing standards of this section Road Type Right-of-way
2 cannot be achieved, then joint use connections and/ requirement
admin. or cross access easements shall be required. processes Principal arterial 150 ft. 2. Applicants for all non-residential developments Minor arterial 100 ft. 3 may be required to use cross access easements and Collector 100 ft. review
authority joint use connections to connect adjacent proper- Local 60 ft. ties, in order to reduce curb cuts, to increase the area Culs-de-sac 60 ft.
4 for parking and landscaping, and to preserve the ca-
zoning zoning Alleys 25 ft.
districts pacity and safety of the roadway system.
3. Property owners utilizing joint and/or cross access B. Pavement width and materials testing. Pavement 5 shall record with the Bay County Clerk of Court: width of roadways shall be as follows: design standards i. An easement allowing cross access to and from Table 109-3.: Pavement Width the adjacent properties; 6 Four-Lane Two-Lane protection environment ii. A joint maintenance agreement defining main- Principal arterial 60 ft. 36 ft. tenance responsibility of the property owners that Minor arterial 60 ft. 36 ft. 7 share the joint use connection and cross access Collector 60 ft. 36 ft.
& buffering system. landscaping landscaping Local 48 ft. 24 ft. 4. Within six months after construction of a joint use 8 or cross access connection, property owners utiliz- Testing of pavement materials may be required pursu- parking & loading ing such access shall close and remove any existing ant to standards specified by the City Engineering De- temporary connections provided for access in the partment. 9 section
public interim.
improvements C. Protection and use. 5. Development may be required to construct a 1. No encroachment shall be permitted into city paved stub-out to the property line in anticipation of rights-of-way, except as authorized by the city. 10 a future cross access connection. standards
supplemental 2. Use of the right-of-way for public or private util- 6. The design of the cross access corridor or joint ities, including, but not limited to, sanitary sewer,
11 connection including driveway apron shall conform potable water, telephone wires, cable television wires, of land of
subdivision to the City’s Engineering Standards. The design shall gas lines, or electricity transmission, shall be allowed ensure efficient and safe vehicular operation and pe- subject to the placement specifications in the tech- destrian movements for internal traffic circulation nical construction standards manual in section 109- 12 sign and for traffic mobility on the adjacent roadway. 177, or the equivalent, and other applicable laws or standards regulations. 8. Cross access easements are not intended to be
13 publicly maintained. 3. Sidewalks and bicycle ways shall be placed with- concurrency management in the right-of-way, or on private property within ten 9. Properties that provide for joint use driveways un- feet of the edge of the right-of-way. der this section shall be eligible for a reduction in 14 the number of required off-street parking spaces of D. Vacations of rights-of-way. Applications to vacate a nonconformities up to 15 percent, subject to review and approval of right-of-way may be approved upon a finding that all of the Director. the following requirements are met: 15
enforcement Sec. 109-44. - Rights-of-way. 1. The requested vacation is consistent with the traffic
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circulation element of the city comprehensive plan. 2. Roadway outlets shall not be located closer than general
100 feet from one another. 1 2. The right-of-way does not provide the sole access to any property and if the alternative access is not D. Cul-de-sacs, where approved. processes limited solely to a way of egress and ingress. 1. All cul-de-sacs shall not be longer than 500 feet. admin. 2 3. The vacation would not jeopardize the current or 2. The maximum length of a cul-de-sac may be
future location of any utility. increased to 1,000 feet at the discretion of the authority Technical Review Committee where the Commit- review 3 4. The proposed vacation is not detrimental to the tee determines that such an increase can be safely public interest. accommodated through mid-point turnarounds, districts “dead end” signage, and/or enhanced fire protec- zoning
5. The proposed vacation does not eliminate a public 4 tion measures. accessway to the water, unless comparable or better
public access is provided by the person requesting the 3. Cul-de-sac turnarounds shall be provided with standards vacation. design
a minimum outside cartway radius of not less than 5 50 feet and tangent whenever possible to the right E. Grades and grading. Maximum centerline grades for
side of the street upon entering. The radius may be environment designated state roads and other arterial streets shall protection reduced to no less than 40 feet where the Technical not exceed five percent. Maximum grades for all other 6 Review Committee determines that such a reduc- streets shall not exceed eight percent. tion will not jeopardize safety concerns. landscaping F. Base preparation. & buffering 4. Cul-de-sac landscape islands may be permitted 1. All base preparation shall conform to City specifi- 7 by the Technical Review Committee when it is de- cation on file in the City Engineer’s office. termined by the Committee that such islands can & loading 2. The base for all street pavements shall be prepared safely accommodate emergency vehicles and an parking 8 by the developer or subdivider for the full required organization is established to properly maintain paving width except on arterial streets where the de- the islands. Heavy landscaping with low mainte- section nance plants shall be provided. improvements
veloper or subdivider shall only be required to bear public the costs of base preparation to a width of 28 feet, un- 9 E. Signage and signalization. All signage and traffic less otherwise required by the City Commission. control devices shall be installed in accordance with supplemental the approved plans for the development or as directed standards
Sec. 109-45. - Access control. 10 A. State highway system. All driveways, access points, by the City Engineer. entrances or exits or other vehicular connections to the
F. Changing street name signs without authority. It subdivision state highway system must be authorized by the Florida of land
shall be unlawful for any person to place or cause to be 11 Dept. of Transportation. Vehicular connection permits placed any sign designating a street, avenue or other must be obtained by developers pursuant to Chapter public place by a different name than that by which it is 14-96, Florida Administrative Code, if required before standards
generally and legally known, or shall refuse to remove sign the issuance of a development order by the city. 12 the same from their property when requested to do so by an officer of the City. management B. Collector and local streets. Location and spacing of concurrency
access points and intersections shall comply with the G. Damaging or removing street signs. It shall be un- 13 technical construction standards manual and the re- lawful for any person willfully and maliciously to dam- quirements of section 109-177. age, deface or remove any of the street signs posted at nonconformities or near the corner of the streets in the City. C. Emergency access. 14 1. All residential subdivisions or multifamily develop- Sec. 109-46. – Visibility at Intersections.
ments, including manufactured home subdivisions, A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure enforcement
having roadway segments over 500 feet in length clear sight areas for driveways and intersections. 15 shall have at least 2 roadway outlets to accommodate
emergency ingress and egress needs. B. Clear Visibility for Commercial Driveways. On each definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 109 - INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS Unified Land Development Code 9 - 6
side of the driveway that intersects with a City street, Financial institution 3 vehicles for the first lane a minimum of a fifteen (15) foot by 100-foot driveway and 2 vehicles per lane for 1 sight triangle shall be provided. The minimum dimen- each additional lane general sioning of the driveway sight triangle is shown in Fig- Food or beverage center 2 to 3 vehicles per lane ure 109.1. The clear driveway sight area is to be main- Fast food restaurant 2 to 3 vehicles per lane
2 tained and kept clear by the property owner. admin. processes B. Design Requirements for Stacking Lanes. Figure 109-1 1. Stacking lane distance shall be measured from the
3 service window to the property line bordering the review
authority furthest street providing access to the facility. Stack- ing distance shall be computed at twenty (20) feet per
4 vehicle. zoning zoning districts 2. The facilities and stacking lanes shall be located and designed to minimize turning movements in relation
5 to the driveway access to streets and intersections. design standards 3. On-site parking lots, pedestrian areas, and drive- through lanes shall be designed to avoid pedestrians 6 crossing drive-through lanes. protection environment Visibility Triangle 4. Vehicular traffic from stacking lanes shall not -en
7 croach on the public right-of-way. C. Clear Visibility for Intersecting Streets. For inter- & buffering landscaping landscaping secting streets, the clear sight triangle shall be deter- 5. A separate bypass lane around the drive-through mined as required by the AASHTO Green Book and facility should be provided. 8
parking other Federal, State, or local regulations. & loading Sec. 109-48. – Private Streets. Private streets may be Sec. 109-47. – Standards for stacking lanes and allowed within developments that will remain under
9 common ownership, provided that they are con-
section drive-through facility lanes. public
improvements A. Stacking Space Requirements. All facilities provid- structed to the City’s minimum standards and pro- ing drive-up or drive-through service shall provide vided that the developer makes the following com- on-site stacking lanes in accordance with the following mitments at the time of receipt of a development 10 order for any such project:
standards standards: supplemental 1. The amount of stacking space required is set A. Form a property owner’s association that will be forth in Table 109.4. Where a use that is not list- perpetually responsible for the maintenance of all 11 ed in this table is proposed to include drive-up or of land of streets, drainage infrastructure, sidewalks and bike subdivision drive-through service, the Planning Director shall paths and other common areas which are created determine the stacking requirement. Determination through platting of the development.
12 shall be based on the requirements for a substantial- sign
standards ly comparable use, considering traffic generation, B. Record on the plat and each deed the following intensity of development, scale of development, and statement: “All roads and drainage within ______hours of operation.
13 subdivision as recorded in plat book ______page ______are not City maintained and are not eligi- concurrency management Table 109-4. Stacking Space Requirements for ble for maintenance by the City.” Drive-up & Drive-Thru Services.
14 Use Required spaces C. Street signs shall incorporate the words “Private
nonconformities (minimum) Street”. These signs and lettering shall be of the same Automobile repair facility 2 vehicles per service bay size and style as other City approved street signs ex-
15 Car wash facility, automatic 2 vehicles per lane cept that the lettering shall be black and the back-
enforcement ground color shall be yellow. Drug store or pharmacy 3 vehicles per lane
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D. Individual lot surveys shall indicate that streets of required sidewalk as determined by the City, and general
and drainage are private. may be paid when one or more of the following cir- 1 cumstances exist: 5. Private streets should have a minimum of 40’ right- i. The area/block is already developed and there processes of-way, unless part of an approve PUD (and request- are no sidewalks on the same side of the thorough- admin. ed differently in the PUD agreement). fare as the proposed development, redevelopment 2 does not seem likely, and the City does not have
Sec. 109-49. – House numbering. The street numbers authority
plans to construct sidewalks within one year of the review (addresses) of all houses and buildings in the City shall site plan approval. 3 be such as may be assigned by the Planning Depart- ment. The owners or occupants of all houses, stores, ii. There are physical constraints, which would districts and other premises are required to make application to make the construction of a sidewalk impossible or zoning the Planning Department for the assignment of a cor- impractical. These include, but shall not be limited 4 rect street number prior to the application for a build- to, insufficient right-of-way, grade problems, and standards ing permit of any new building or prior to occupancy when construction would have a negative effect design of any existing building which is not numbered, and upon the natural environment. 5 display such number assigned on the particular build- ing or occupied premises. The address number shall be iii. The roadway improvements scheduled in the environment protection visible from the street and shall be made up of numbers first year of the City’s capital improvement plan at least four inches in size. would result in construction activities that would 6 destroy the sidewalk constructed by the developer. landscaping Sec. 109-50. Sidewalks. & buffering
A. When required. iv. The requirement to build a sidewalk would cre- 7 1. The developer shall construct sidewalks according ate a safety hazard, which could result in liability to City standards along that part of the perimeter of to the City. & loading the property that is adjacent to collector or arterial parking 8 streets and along both sides of all streets within a sub- v. The site proposed for development is isolated from division. Sidewalks within a subdivision will be re- other development and there are no existing side- section walks within 1,000 feet of the site, on either side of improvements
quired along the property line prior to the certificate public of acceptance for an individual structure. the roadway. 9 vi. When the City Commission makes a determi-
2. Pedestrian-ways or crosswalks shall comply with supplemental the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities nation that sidewalks are not appropriate within a standards 10 Act or subsequent legislation; however, such cross- specified area. walks shall be not less than five feet wide with a side-
If the City allows a developer to make a contribution subdivision
walk meeting the requirements of this section, may of land
to the sidewalk reserve account in lieu of construc- 11 be required by the City to be placed in the center of tion, and there is future development of the site or the blocks more than 800 feet long where deemed neces- sidewalk master plan is revised to include the subject sary to provide circulation or access to schools, play- standards
property, the developer shall not be required to make sign grounds, shopping centers, transportation and other 12 an additional contribution or construct sidewalks for community facilities. the same sidewalks on property for which a contribu- management 3. The approval of a plat or a site plan shall require the tion was already made. If new sidewalks are required, concurrency construction of a sidewalk along the portion of the the developer must comply with the relevant portions 13 property adjacent to all roadways. Sidewalks for res- of this section. The City shall maintain records of those idential subdivisions shall comply with the require- properties, which make contributions to the sidewalk nonconformities
ments of section 1. above. reserve account, filed by the tax parcel identification 14 number of the property. 4. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City may allow enforcement the developer to pay a fee in lieu of constructing side- B. Design and construction standards. 15 walks otherwise required by this section. The amount 1. Sidewalks shall be at least four feet wide and locat- of the fee shall be based on the cost per linear foot ed within and along the city rights-of-way. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 109 - INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS Unified Land Development Code 9 - 8 2. Sidewalks along arterial streets or county rights- of-way shall be at least five feet wide. Sidewalks may 1 be reduced to four feet under the following condi- general tions: i. Connection to an existing sidewalk that is four
2 feet wide to allow for a transition distance. admin. processes ii. Site limitations are present that prevent the in- stallation of a five-foot sidewalk. 3 review
authority 3. If a sidewalk is to be used jointly as a bikeway, then the width shall be a minimum of eleven feet unless
4 existing conditions as recognized by the City Engi- zoning zoning
districts neer warrant a lesser width, but in no event less than 8 feet.
5 4. In addition, design and construction of sidewalks, design
standards or other footpaths shall conform to the requirements of City standards, including provisions for access by
6 physically handicapped persons. protection environment Secs. 109-51—109-55. - Reserved.
7 ARTICLE III. – STORMWATER MANAGEMENT & buffering landscaping landscaping Sec. 109-56. - Design standards for stormwater man- agement. The design of stormwater and drainage con- 8 trol shall conform to the provisions set forth in Chap- parking & loading ter 106 of this Code, and the requirements set forth herein. 9 section public
improvements A. Cross drains. Piped cross drains shall be provided to accommodate the natural flow of water, and shall be of sufficient length to fully traverse the roadway and 10 attendant slopes. The sizing of the drains shall be sub- standards supplemental ject to the approval of the director, but in no case less than 18 inches. Cross drains shall be built on straight
11 lines and grade, and laid on a firm base. Pipes shall be of land of
subdivision laid with the spigot end pointing in the direction of the flow and with the ends fitted and matched to provide tight joints and a smooth uniform invert. They shall be 12 sign placed at a sufficient depth below the roadbed to avoid standards the pressure of impact, and in no event shall the top of the pipe be less than one foot below the surface or 6 13 inches below the base course, whichever is greater. All concurrency management pipe material will be subject to the approval of the city.
14 B. Ditches, swales, detention or retention ponds. All drainageways must be grassed and have sufficient nonconformities easement width to allow access for maintenance equip- ment and vehicles. 15 enforcement
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ing for elderly persons, and living quarters for house- general CHAPTER 110. SUPPLEMENTAL keeping or maintenance service persons on-premises. 1 STANDARDS. While providing for these benefits, this section is also
intended to protect the residential character of neigh- processes Sec. 110-1. - Determination of density or intensity. borhoods where accessory apartments are located. admin. A. Residential density. Residential densities shall be de- 2 termined by multiplying the allowable dwelling units B. Standards. Accessory apartments may be allowed in
zoning districts that allow for residential uses provided authority
per acre by the gross acreage of the lot or parcel to be review
developed. (Example: 15 units/acre X 2 acres = 30 units.) that all of the following requirements shall be met: 3 1. No more than one accessory apartment shall be B. Lot coverage/open space ratio. Lot coverage is the permitted on any residential lot. districts land area of any lot or parcel which can be covered by zoning impervious surfaces such as buildings, parking lots, 2. Mobile homes shall not be used as an accessory 4 driveways or similar development. Open space is the apartment. standards
land area remaining in a landscaped or natural state design after development occurs. The allowable lot coverage/ 3. The accessory apartment shall be located and de- 5 open space ratio shall be determined by multiplying signed in such a manner so that it will not interfere
with the appearance of the principal structure as a environment
the gross land area of any lot or parcel to be developed protection by the applicable lot coverage standard set forth for single-family dwelling unit, to include limitations 6 each land use district. (Example: 43,560 sq. ft. X 50% on the size of the accessory structure. The accesso- = 21,780 sq. ft. allowable lot coverage, and 21,780 sq. ft. ry dwelling unit cannot exceed 60 % of the primary landscaping open space). structure’s habitable square footage in size. & buffering 7 C. Splitting residential lots of record. 4. No variations, adjustments, or waivers to the re- 1. Use of single lots of record where a lot of record was quirements of this Unified Land Development Code & loading recorded in the official records of Bay County, Flor- shall be permitted in order to accommodate an ac- parking 8 ida, prior to August 1981; the lot may be used as a cessory apartment. single-family dwelling plot provided: 5. Accessory apartments that are within the required improvements
i. The current land use district designation allows public
setback areas shall be limited to 14 feet in height, un- 9 single-family dwellings. less it is within three feet of a property line, in which
case it shall be limited to eleven feet in height. section
ii. Water supply and sanitary sewer levels of service supplemental are maintained, and either: standards Sec. 110-4. - Accessory Structures. 10 a. The lot abuts a public street and has not less A. Generally. It is the purpose of this section to regu- than 20 feet frontage.
late the type, installation, configuration, and use of ac- subdivision of land b. The lot has a minimum width of 40 feet. cessory structures in order to ensure that they are not 11 harmful either aesthetically or physically to residents c. The provisions hereof shall apply to a replace- in the surrounding areas. standards
ment of the residential structure whether the 1. General standards and requirements. Any number sign 12 existing residential structure is condemned, re- of different accessory structures may be located on a moved, destroyed, demolished, or lost to a casu- parcel, provided that the following requirements are management alty. met: concurrency i. There shall be an authorized principal develop- 13 Sec. 110-2. - Accessory Uses. ment, in conformance with the requirements as
A. Purpose. This section is intended to regulate the set forth in this code, on the parcel. nonconformities type, location, configuration and conduct of accessory 14 uses to ensure that such uses are not physically or aes- ii. All accessory structures shall comply with stan- thetically harmful to residents of surrounding areas. dards pertaining to the principal use, unless ex- empted or superseded elsewhere in this Unified enforcement Sec. 110-3. - Accessory Apartments (Granny Flat or Land Development Code. 15 Domestic Quarters).
A. Intent. Accessory apartments provide alternate hous- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section 10 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes Chapter 110- City of Panama City, FL C. houses, Garages, And Accessory Buildings. Carports, B. around pool’s the water edge. anyshall power nearer line be than ten feet above or less in conduit enclosed and supported; rigidly nor power lines pass electric head shall over any un pool 2. Location and proximity of power lines. No over property line. frombe outermost the edge deck ofto the pool the imum of sidesetback 5feet. The measurement shall with aminimumed rear of setback 5feet and min principal structure’s foundation, construct be shall attachedming whether pools, or unattached to the 1. Unenclosed Unenclosed swimming pools. swim ings, utility buildings, or other like uses. ational vehicles as storage not shall used be build 2. Motor vehicles, mobile homes, trailers or recre right-of-way line of any street, roadway or alley. abutting interior property line or feet from seven the tures not shall located than closer be 3feet from any houses, garages, and struc carports, other accessory 1. Storage buildings, shops, utility buildings, green Storage Buildings, Shops, Utility Buildings, Green Private Swimming Pools height quired areas setback limited be shall to 12feet in viii. materials.pernicious storagetrial of hazardous, incendiary, noxious, or forvii. No used structure be shall indus accessory in. side or rearhere specified yards, unless otherwise vi. Accessory allowed structures be only shall on chapter as applicable. 102of Code, this plan and attendant documentation as required by ment and review require shall a site development v. Accessory structures may subject to be develop ments applicable to principal the of use lot. the density, and in and any other site require design runoff, floor area ratio (for commercialusesonly), calculations of and surface impervious stormwater iv. Accessoryincluded structures be shall inall required buffer landscapeor area. iii. Accessory structures not shall located be in a Accessory structures that are within re the . SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS . ------D. D. established herein for and swimming pools en their 4. 3. requirements forth herein. set such conflicting provisions are hereby amended the to established elsewhere for buildings, and accessory closures supersede any shall conflicting requirements line. restrict public access to or along any estuarine shore in or upon any of body water or submerged lands, nor 5. No fence, or located wall similar structure be shall requiredbe for access to City drainage easements. water management. Gates or removable fences may site,the unless such structure for is designed storm 4. No fence or hedge interfere shall with drainage on facing that right-of-way. or private with placed finished the road side be shall 3. Any fence located adjacent to apublic right-of-way hicles on adjacent the roadways or exit points. 2. No fence block sight shall the distance of motor ve in height from aggregate grade. side and rear yard not shall setbacks eight exceed feet forused residential Afence located purposes. inthe yard of residential or land districts on use property height from aggregate front inthe placed when grade areas. No fences or hedges four exceed shall feet in back areas, as well as sideand the rear yard setback 1. Fences or hedges may located front inthe be set deck or enclosure foundation to property the line. ment from be shall outermost the edge of pool the minimum of feet. sidesetback The seven measure haveshall a minimum rear of setback 15 feet and a orwhether not attached to principal the structure enclosurescreened roof, and screened, pervious ii. with swimming atransparent, Enclosed pools requirements of Code. this ments, intensity setbacks, and other development comply with applicable building location require of In walls. solid shall such pool enclosed the case, ated alater date to an room actual by addition the nent, roof impervious and capable of convert being cipal structure with an enclosure having aperma ofpart principal the structure ifattached to prin the considered be i. shall swimming Enclosed pools a Enclosed swimmingEnclosed pools Fences Conflicting Conflicting provisions . UnifiedLandDevelopment Code . The setback . The requirements . ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Page 10 - 3
6. Fences in front yard areas for commercial or indus- industrial uses. general
trial uses shall not exceed four feet in height within 1 10 feet of the front property line. The Planning Di- G. Docks and Boat Structures. To better protect the natural resource of the City’s shoreline and provide
rector may allow fences of total visual screening to be processes erected closer to the front property line upon writ- standards for water-dependent structures in areas that admin. ten request to shield objectionable aesthetic views or allow for residential development, docks and boat 2 nuisances from the public with a reduced landscape structures shall be permitted in all zoning districts that
allow for residential development provided: authority buffer. Otherwise, landscaping shall be provided con- review
sistent with this Unified Land Development Code for 1. The structure(s) receives a development order 3 off-street parking areas in the 10-foot front setback from the City and meets the requirements of this section.
area. districts zoning
E. Decks, Patios. 2. The dock structure is solely ancillary to use of the 4 1. Any enclosure of a deck or patio shall be subject to upland residence contiguous to the body of water standards
the development review and site plan requirements as over which the structure is built and shall not allow design
specified in Chapter 102 of this Code. for more than 2 boat slips per lot or one and one-half 5 per dwelling for common docks.
2. If the deck or patio is attached to the principal environment protection structure, all setbacks for principal structures shall 3. The homeowner’s construction plans will include apply; if attached to an accessory building, all set- a stamped and sealed survey indicating the required 6 backs for accessory buildings shall apply. setback to adjoining riparian rights lines and meet- landscaping ing all of the following requirements: & buffering
F. Satellite Dishes/Antennae. i. The structure shall not include any enclosed 7 1. Satellite dishes shall be permitted in side and rear building with walls or doors for living quarters ex- yards only, and may be located on rooftops only upon cept for the sole storage of recreational equipment & loading proof of the suitability of the supporting structure by and supplies. parking 8 the property owner to the Planning Director. ii. The structure shall only be used for recreational,
2. Satellite dish antennas and other antennas shall be noncommercial activities, including a prohibition improvements public
installed according to the building official and ac- of the mooring of commercial vessels. 9 cording to manufacturer’s specifications and any oth- iii. There shall be no dredging except for that section
er applicable regulations. supplemental which is necessary to install pilings. standards 3. Satellite dishes shall be maintained clear of all near- 10 by electric lines. iv. The dock structure shall not impede the flow of
water, nor navigation. subdivision of land
4. The satellite dish or antenna shall be of a nonreflec- 11 tive surface material and shall be made, to the extent v. Placement of a dock on property with at least 65 possible, in such manner to conform and blend with feet of shoreline shall be as follows: standards
the surrounding area and structures. a. Docks with access walkways shall be set back sign no less than 25 feet from any property line per- 12 5. No advertising or signage of any type shall appear pendicular to the water body. management on the antenna. concurrency
b. Docks without access walkways shall be set 13 6. No satellite dish or antenna shall be used for any back no less than ten feet from any property line commercial purposes and shall service the principal perpendicular to the water body. nonconformities structure only. vi. Placement of a dock on property with less than 14 7. Satellite dish and antenna installation shall be lim- 65 feet of shoreline shall be equally centered be-
ited to one installation per lot or dwelling. tween the property lines perpendicular to the wa- enforcement
ter body. 15 8. The requirements of this section shall not be appli- cable in zoning districts that allow for commercial or vii. Placement of the dock in the water area shall definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 4 comply with the following: Unenclosed porches are permitted to encroach six a. The access portion of the dock shall not ex- feet into a required front yard. 1 ceed a width of 5 feet; general 2. Enclosed porches must meet all setback require- b. Extension of the dock into the watercourse ments.
2 shall not be any longer than necessary to reach a 3. Steps and stoops are not considered porches.
admin. maximum water depth of 4 feet below mean low processes water (low tide) or 25 feet, whichever is greater. Sec. 110-5. - Home Occupations And Home Offices However, the dock shall not extend further than
3 Of Convenience—Generally. A home occupation and 20% of the width of the waterbody regardless. review a home office of convenience shall be allowed in a bona authority c. No portion of the dock shall be less than 5 fide dwelling unit subject to the following conditions:
4 feet from the riparian property line except for a A. No person other than members of the family resid- zoning zoning
districts shared dock. Common docks must meet all re- ing on the premises shall be engaged in such occupa- quirements of this section. tion or business activity.
5 4. The structure complies with the permitting re-
design B. The use of the premises for a home occupation or
standards quirements of all other governmental agencies hav- home office shall be clearly incidental and subordinate ing jurisdiction over the project. Evidence of an ex- to its use as a residence, and shall not alter the residen-
6 emption from such compliance must be furnished tial character of the structure.
protection by the homeowner before approval shall be granted. environment C. There shall be no change in the outside appearance 5. The use of the structure shall be limited to the
7 of the building or premises, or other visible evidence of mooring or docking of private recreational vessels the existence of a home occupation or home office. & buffering landscaping landscaping only. D. No home occupation shall occupy more than 25% of
8 6. For situations where the owners of adjacent prop- the first-floor area of the dwelling. No accessory build- parking & loading erties have determined that a shared dock is prefera- ing, freestanding or attached, shall be used for a home ble, the property owners shall comply with all above occupation. requirements, except that the dock may lie on the 9
public shared property line. A shared dock is subject to the E. No home office or home occupation shall generate an improvements following requirements: increase in vehicular traffic volume above that normally expected in a residential neighborhood, and any vehic-
10 i. An attendant and private access easement shall section ular parking shall be off the street.
standards be established to the owners on each property, and supplemental shall be presented to the City at the time of appli- F. No equipment, tools, or process shall be used in a cation. home occupation which would interfere with the use or 11
of land of enjoyment of neighboring properties because of noise, subdivision ii. Any shared dock shall gain prior approval from vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical disturbance. all outside agencies and jurisdictions, as applica- In the case of electrical disturbance, no equipment or
12 ble, prior to the issuance of a development order
sign process shall cause visual or audible interference in any
standards by the City. radio, telephones, or television receivers or fluctuations of in-line voltage off the premises. iii. A shared dock must include a notarized appli- 13 cation request from all property owners involved. G. Outdoor storage of materials is prohibited. concurrency management 7. All other dock or boat structures shall require H. A home occupation and a home office shall be sub- City Commission approval. 14 ject to all appropriate City occupation licensing re- quirements, fees, and other business taxes. nonconformities H. Porches. 1. Unenclosed porches are permitted encroachments I. Retail sales and the routine delivery of parcels is pro- 15 into any yard. In a rear or side yard, an unenclosed hibited.
enforcement porch must be at least three feet from any lot line.
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J. Home office business activities shall be limited to that area of more than 100 square feet, without a permit. general
conducted by phone or mail, or internet. 1 B. An applicant shall file an application for the per- K. A home occupation does not include the following: mit with the Planning Department. Such request shall processes 1. Beauty shops and barbershops having more than set forth in full, the name and address of the applicant admin. one chair; together with a definite description of the proposed 2 location of the tent or temporary structure, the use
2. Studios for group instruction; to be made of the proposed tent or structure, the size, authority review
material, dimensions and certificate of flameproofing 3 3. Public dining or tearoom facilities; thereof, together with other information that may be required. The application shall be subject to the ap-
4. Antique or gift shops; districts proval of the Fire Marshal. The Fire Marshal shall ap- zoning 5. Outdoor repair shops; prove or disapprove the application based on compli- 4 ance with applicable fire codes. The Building Official standards
6. Food processing; shall approve or disapprove the application based on design
compliance with applicable Codes. 5 7. Nursery schools, kindergartens, or child day care
centers; and C. No permit shall be issued for a period of more than environment protection 30 days. 8. Construction/building activities. 6 D. Any person who shall erect, construct, maintain
L. A home occupation shall include the fabrication of landscaping or assist in the erection, construction or maintenance & buffering “arts and handicrafts” provided no retail sales are made
of a tent or temporary structure, or who operates a use 7 at the dwelling, and shall include only individual in- in a tent or temporary structure without having a writ- struction. ten permit therefor, shall be in violation of this section. & loading parking parking
Sec. 110-6. - Home Occupations And Home Offices 8 Sec. 110-9. —110-19. - Reserved. Of Convenience—Utilities. Any structure in which a home occupation or a home office of convenience is -al Sec. 110-20. - Newspaper Collection Boxes. improvements lowed shall be considered nonresidential for purposes public A. The following regulations apply to Newspaper Col- 9 of utility billing pursuant to Chapter 23 of the Munici- lection Boxes within the Downtown District and the pal Code. section
St. Andrews Downtown District. supplemental standards
Sec. 110-7. - Recreation And Community Centers, 10 B. No newspaper box shall be installed in such a man- Dining Rooms And Other Amenities. Residential ner as to: and nonresidential development projects may provide 1. Unreasonably interfere with or impede the flow subdivision meeting centers, recreational and fitness facilities, snack of land of pedestrians or vehicular traffic, including legally 11 shops, and central dining halls or cafeterias provided: parked or stopped vehicles; or A. Such facilities shall be provided for the exclusive use of employees or residents of the project, and shall not be standards
2. Unreasonably interfere with the ingress or egress sign 12 open to the general public. from any residence or place of business; or management B. Only directional signs on-premises shall identify the 3. Unreasonably interfere with the use of traffic signs concurrency facilities and no off-site signs or advertisement of the or signals, hydrants, or mailboxes permitted near 13 facility shall be permitted. said location. nonconformities C. Parking for such facilities shall be provided accord- C. Newspaper collection boxes shall not exceed six- ing to Chapter 108 of this Code. ty inches (60”) maximum height, twenty-four inches 14 (24”) in width, nor 20 inches (20”) in thickness. Secs. 110-8. Tents and temporary structures. enforcement A. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect or con- D. No newspaper collection box shall be installed in 15 struct, or to maintain after erection or construction, any any of the following locations: tent or other temporary structure which has a covered 1. Two (2) newspaper collection boxes within three definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 6 (3) feet of another newspaper collection box. factured home subdivisions for rental purposes.
1 2. In such location as to result in an obstructed side- C. - Placement of individual manufactured homes.
general walk area of less than four feet in width. 1. After the effective date of this Chapter, an individ- ual manufactured home dwelling unit may not be 3. Within five feet of a public or private driveway, or
2 located within the City unless: it is a Residential De- emergency facility.
admin. sign Manufactured Home (RDMH) or meets all oth- processes er applicable requirements of this Land Development E. Newspaper boxes shall be constructed of weather- Code.
3 proof, or exterior grade materials, Boxes shall be kept
review in good repair and repainted as needed for good ap-
authority 2. After the effective date of this Chapter, RDMH pearance. structures and manufactured homes, shall be permit-
4 ted to be placed in Manufactured Home (MH-1) dis- F. A permittee shall collect and remove all litter which
zoning zoning tricts as an allowable use. RDMH structures shall be districts may have accumulated under, in or about its newspa- permitted to be placed in all residential districts as an per box whenever it places additional newspaper in allowable use, subject to the requirements and lim-
5 the newspaper box. itations which shall be applicable to districts set out design standards Secs. 110-21. —110-29. - Reserved. in Chapter 104, Article II and this Chapter applying to such residential use, including minimum lot size,
6 Sec. 110-30. - Manufactured Housing Standards. yard and spacing, setback requirements, percent-
protection age of lot coverage, off-street parking requirements environment A. - Public purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to provide standards for the location and placement and approved foundations as described herein. Such RDMH structures shall be placed on lots in such a 7 of individual manufactured homes and manufactured home subdivisions. manner as to be compatible with and reasonably sim- & buffering landscaping landscaping ilar in orientation to the site built housing which has B. - Applicability. been constructed in adjacent or nearby locations. 8 1. All manufactured homes placed within manufac- parking & loading tured home subdivisions or located on individual 3. After the effective date of this Chapter, manufac- lots within the City, must bear a label certifying that tured homes approved by HUD may be placed only:
9 it is built in compliance with the Federal Manufac- i. in districts zoned MH-1; or public
improvements tured Housing Construction and Safety Standards ii. as a temporary government office on govern- Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or inspected by an approved ment property; or inspection agency conforming to the requirements 10 section
standards of the Code of Federal Regulations, and bearing the iii. as a temporary classroom on school property; or supplemental insignia of approval. iv. as a temporary construction office (no sleeping
11 2. The use of manufactured homes within the city quarters allowed) on a construction site approved of land of
subdivision limits (if not built in compliance with the Feder- by a valid development order; or al Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards of the HUD Code, with insignia attached) V. as a replacement for a previous manufactured 12 sign is not allowed unless currently in existence and used home of the same approximate size in a mobile standards as a single-family residence, and then only so long as home park, where the park was in existence prior to continuously used as a single-family residence with- 1999, and when said manufactured home replaced
13 out a break in such use for more than 6 months or has not been removed for more than 6 months. concurrency management until any change in ownership, after which the right of use shall terminate and said mobile home shall be 4. All manufactured homes must be installed in ac- cordance with those regulations to F.S. § 320.8325,
14 removed from the property. and those local requirements of the City as autho- nonconformities 3. Manufactured homes shall comply with the re- rized under F.S. § 320.8285, relating to the following: quirements hereof. i. Land use and zoning requirements; 15
enforcement 4. Park model trailers shall not be allowed in manu- ii. Fire zones;
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iii. Setback requirements; ii. 20 feet between units or structures when orient- general
ed long side by long side. 1 iv. Side and rear yard requirements; iii. 6 feet between units or structures when oriented processes v. Site development requirements; short end to short end. admin. iv. 8 feet between units or structures when oriented 2 vi. Property line requirements; long side to short end. authority
vii. Subdivision control; review v. For curved, cul-de-sac, or odd-shaped lots: as 3 viii. Onsite installation requirements; required by the Director. districts ix. Review and regulation of architectural and aes- 4. No manufactured home shall be permitted within zoning thetic requirements; 25 feet of a street, right-of-way or perimeter lot line. 4
x. Landings of the requisite composition and size as 5. Each manufactured home lot shall have either a standards design per the Florida Building Code. stabilized pad of not less than the outer perimeter of the approved manufactured home intended to be 5 5. Manufactured homes, once placed on real proper- set thereon or an approved foundation and an out- environment ty, as herein authorized, must be returned for ad va- door concrete patio of at least 180 square feet. Man- protection
lorem tax purposes annually as an improvement to ufactured homes located in manufactured home 6 and part of the real property. subdivisions shall have the wheels, axles and tongue landscaping removed, the bottom of the home shall be enclosed & buffering 6. Manufactured homes are not permitted to be used with a customary manufactured home screen or 7 as storage buildings. skirt, and it shall have an entrance porch and an im- proved driveway. Where lots on the perimeter of the
D. - Manufactured home subdivisions. & loading subdivision abut an adjacent single-family develop- parking
1. Manufactured home subdivisions are allowed in 8 ment, they shall: MH-1 zoning districts for RDMH homes only. i. Contain only RDMH structures meeting all res-
idential design standards in accordance with these improvements
2. The following bulk regulations shall apply: public i. The minimum parcel area for a subdivision shall regulations; or 9 be seven acres.
ii. Provide a 25-foot landscaped buffer from the section supplemental ii. The minimum parcel width for portions used for property line; or standards 10 entrances and exits for residential purposes shall be iii. Provide a screening material along the property 200 feet.
line such as a solid fence or wall not less than 6 feet subdivision of land iii. The density of manufactured homes shall not high. 11 exceed 6 manufactured home lots per acre. 6. All utilities shall be below ground except central pumps or tanks, which shall be fully screened from standards
iv. The minimum lot area shall be 4,000 square feet. sign view. 12 v. The minimum lot width shall be 50 feet. management 7. Each manufactured home subdivision shall con- concurrency
vi. At least 50% of the planned lots shall be complet- tain one or more developed recreation areas, acces- 13 ed, which shall include water, sewer, other utilities, sible to all sites. The recreational area shall not be storm water treatment, and landscaping, before a less than 1,000 square feet for each 6 manufactured nonconformities certificate of acceptance is issued. home sites. 14 3. The following minimum setbacks shall apply for 8. A landscaped buffer not less than 25 feet in width
manufactured homes located on lots within a manu- shall be located along the boundary of each manu- enforcement
factured home subdivision: factured home subdivision except where crossed by 15 i. 25 feet from lot line. driveways. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 8 9. Accessory buildings may not be placed on lots G. Temporary permit for use as office. The Planning located along the perimeter of the subdivision; and Department may issue a temporary permit for the use 1 otherwise only in the rear yard at least three feet of a manufactured home as an office in all districts of general from the property line. the City except R-1 provided the use is limited to the sale of units in a multifamily housing development, and
2 10. Each manufactured home lot shall have two im- the manufacturer of the mobile home is an approved
admin. proved parking spaces. manufacturer by the State of Florida. The permits is- processes sued pursuant to this provision shall be limited to a pe- 11. All streets in manufactured home subdivisions riod of one year from date of issuance. Manufactured 3 must be paved and comply with the following min- homes used as a sales office must comply with all tie- review
authority imum road widths: one-way streets not less than 14 down, landscaping, utility connections, and parking feet; two-way streets not less than 24 feet, if dedicat- and skirting requirements set forth herein.
4 ed to and maintained by the city; however, if main- zoning zoning districts tained as private drives: one-way streets, not less H. - Temporary permit for Emergency Residential than ten feet; two-way streets not less than 20 feet. Units. Notwithstanding sections 110-30.C. through 110-30.G., a recreational vehicle, travel trailer, or 5 12. All manufactured home subdivisions shall pro-
design trailer may be used as temporary emergency residen-
standards vide for and have central refuse containers, appro- tial dwellings on private property or designated areas priately grouped and screened. within the City based on a declared emergency issued 6 by the City of Panama City Commission in the event
protection 13. There shall be three parking spaces for each 300
environment of a catastrophic event. This is for temporary emergen- square feet of service buildings. cy purposes only, during recovery and reconstruction
7 14. All manufactured homes located within the sub- phases for the declared emergency. Recreational vehi- cles, travel trailers, or trailers on private property can be & buffering landscaping landscaping division shall be required to be installed according to the HUD Code, regulations pursuant to F.S. § used by the property owner as housing during repair or (re)construction of a storm damaged residential dwell- 8 320.8235, and those local requirements authorized
parking ing, but at no time shall a tent be used as a residential
& loading by F.S. 320.8285. No certificate of occupancy shall be issued by the Building Department until compliance dwelling. Subsequently, the recreational vehicle, travel with these regulations is met. trailer, or trailer must be removed upon the issuance of 9
public a Certificate of Occupancy or completion of the dwell-
improvements 15. The owner of each lot in a manufactured home ing or the expiration of the building permit to repair the subdivision shall annually return his/her lot and the storm damage to the private property, but in no event may the recreational vehicle, travel trailer, or trailer be 10
section manufactured home thereon as an improvement to
standards real estate for ad valorem tax purposes. used as a residential dwelling for more than one (1) year supplemental from the date of the declared emergency unless the time 16. All manufactured housing developments ap- is extended by a 4/5 vote of the City Commission. 11
of land of proved prior to the adoption of this Chapter shall subdivision be declared conforming developments and shall be Secs. 110-31—110-39. - Reserved. exempt from these regulations for minimum lot Sec. 110-40. - Parking and Storage of Portable Stor-
12 size, area, and setbacks when permits are requested sign age Containers And Construction Dumpsters – Per-
standards for replacement of existing manufactured or mobile homes. mits.
13 E. Parking. No unoccupied manufactured homes shall A. Permit Required. Any owner or occupier of resi- concurrency management be stored or parked in any residential district or public dential property who causes or allows a portable stor- place. age container or construction dumpster to be parked, placed or stored on a residential lot must obtain within 14 F. Temporary permit for use during construction. A 5 business days, a portable storage container/construc- nonconformities temporary permit may be obtained from the Planning tion dumpster permit from the City. Such permit shall Department for the temporary use of a manufactured permit a portable storage container or construction 15 home used exclusively as an on-site office during con- dumpster to be parked, placed or stored within the City enforcement struction of a project. for up to 60 days and shall include the portable stor-
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age container/ construction dumpster’s serial/rental 283 above, all portable storage containers on residen- general
number, the name and address of lot owner/ occupant, tial lots must also meet the following requirements: 1 date of its placement on the lot, date that removal is re- 1. The portable storage container shall only be
quired and local telephone number of the provider of moved, delivered or removed between the hours of processes the portable storage container or construction dump- 7:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.; admin. ster. This section does not apply to individuals building 2 a new single family residence. 2. The portable storage container shall not be used
for living quarters; authority 1. A portable storage container or construction review
dumpster may be parked, placed or stored on a res- 3 3. The portable storage container shall not be used idential lot abutting the right-of-way for more than to store flammables, explosives, firearms or noxious
60 days if the residence is under construction or districts chemicals; zoning reconstruction pursuant to a valid building per- 4 mit. The portable storage container or construction 4. No items, equipment or materials may be stored
dumpster shall be removed no later than 10 days after outside the portable storage container at any time; standards the expiration of the building permit or substantial 5. The portable storage container shall not be exter- design 5 cessation of construction for a period of more than 60 nally illuminated or have any utilities connected to days, whichever is sooner.
it; and environment protection
2. Notwithstanding anything above, the permit pe- 6. The portable storage container shall not exceed 6 riod may be extended by the Planning Director for 81/2 feet in height, 8 feet in width or 16 feet in length. additional periods of up to 60 days upon good cause landscaping F. Construction dumpsters. In addition to the require- & buffering shown. ments of Section 105-280 through Section 105-283 7 above, all construction dumpsters on residential lots 3. There shall be no fee for the permit; however, the must also meet the following requirements: & loading Planning Director is authorized to pass through all 1. All construction dumpsters shall be subject to and parking City costs to any person and/or lot owner who causes comply with the provisions of Chapter 23, Article IV, 8 the City to incur costs for inspections, cleanup, re- the City’s Solid Waste Code;
moval or to otherwise remedy violations of this Ar- improvements
ticle. public
2. No waste shall be kept, stored or accumulated out- 9 side a construction dumpster; B. Placement. No portable storage container or con- section supplemental struction dumpster may be parked, placed or stored 3. Construction dumpsters shall be kept free from standards on the paved surface of any public or private street of standing water, non-construction wastes, vermin 10 the City or within the public rights-of-way of the City. and insects or other nuisances; and
Any portable storage container or construction dump- subdivision
4. The construction dumpster shall only be moved, of land ster that is placed within the City must be placed on an 11 asphalt, concrete, gravel, or hard paved surface. delivered or removed between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday. C. Display of Permit. All residential lots permitted standards sign to have a portable storage container or construction G. Violations. Portable storage containers or con- 12 dumpster parked, placed or stored on such residential struction dumpsters kept in violation of this Section management lot must display the permit on the inside of a window shall be subject to permit revocation and/or immedi- concurrency
or door of the residence, which permit shall be visible ate removal in addition to being a violation punishable 13 from the right-of-way. pursuant to Chapter 102, Article V of the Municipal Code of the City of Panama City. Failure to obtain a nonconformities D. Setbacks. No portable storage container or construc- permit pursuant to this Section is a violation punish- tion dumpster may be parked, placed or stored closer able pursuant to Section 102-114 of the Code. 14 than seven feet from the side or rear property line and
10 feet from the front property line. Sec. 110-41. - Bed and Breakfast Inn Development enforcement
Standards. 15 E. Portable storage containers. In addition to the re- A. Bed and Breakfast Inn establishments shall be lo-
quirements of Section 105-280 through Section 105- cated in residential buildings that have frontage on a definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 10 roadway which is capable of safely accommodating the arate smoke detector alarm. Lavatories and bathing additional traffic and parking, as determined by the facilities shall be available to all persons using any bed 1 Planning Director. Bed and Breakfast Inn establish- and breakfast inn operation. In no case shall there be general ments with access from a private road shall have the less than one (1) lavatory and bathing facility for each approval of the association or representative of all lots four (4) sleeping rooms.
2 that have rights of access or maintenance responsibil-
admin. ity. No Bed and Break Inn establishments are allowed 4. Bed and breakfast inn operations shall be limited to processes in R-1 (Residential- 1) or R-2 (Residential- 2) Zoning ten (10) guest sleeping rooms. Districts. 3 5. Applicants shall submit a site plan, landscape plan review
authority B. Use. and a floor plan of the residential dwelling unit il- 1. Residential buildings proposed as bed and break- lustrating that the proposed operation meets the re-
4 fast inn operations shall require a building inspec- quirements of this ULDC. zoning zoning districts tion by the City’s Fire Chief, and Building Inspector 6. Minimal outward modification of the structure prior to any approval or uses as a bed and breakfast may be made only if such changes are compatible inn operation. Any code violation(s) shall be cor- 5 with the character of the area or neighborhood and
design rected prior to approval or uses as a bed and break-
standards the intent of the zoning district in which the bed and fast operation. breakfast inn is located.
6 2. The dwelling unit which the bed and breakfast inn 7. Parking shall meet the requirements of Chapter 108
protection takes place shall be the principal residence of the environment for boarding and lodging houses. The parking areas owner and said owner shall be on the premises when shall not be located with the required yard setbacks.
7 the bed and breakfast inn operation is active. A landscape buffer strip shall be provided between & buffering landscaping landscaping 3. Dining facilities for the purpose of serving meals the parking lot and all adjacent residentially zoned shall not exceed a seating capacity of two and on- land.
8 half (2.5) times the number of sleeping rooms in the
parking 8. Signs for a bed and breakfast establishment shall & loading bed and breakfast establishment. meet the requirements for Chapter 112 and Chapter 4. The maximum stay for any guests/occupants of 105 for the district in which it is located. 9
public bed and breakfast inn establishments shall be twen- improvements 9. Each bed and breakfast establishment shall have an ty-one (21) days. annual business license and routinely contribute the appropriate fees to the County’s tourist development
10 C. Site Development. section
standards 1. A structure utilized for a bed and breakfast inn tax program. supplemental must be located at least 150 feet from any adjacent Sec. 110-42. – Telecommunication Facilities. residence, measured between principal structures.
11 A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this section is to of land of
subdivision 2. A structure utilized for a bed and breakfast inn provide comprehensive standards for the development, that is within 500 feet from the shoreline of any lake installation, replacement and removal of telecommu- nication facilities within the City. Through these stan-
12 or river must be connected to a public sanitary sew- sign dards, it is the intent of the City to: protect and pro-
standards er. mote public health, safety and welfare by encouraging 3. A structure or premise utilized for a bed and appropriate location and site design for telecommuni-
13 breakfast inn must have at least two (2) exits to the cation facilities; limit adverse aesthetic impacts of these concurrency management outdoors from such structure or premise, and rooms facilities to other property owners and the community utilized for sleeping shall have a minimum size of in general; and promote managed development of the
14 one hundred (100) square feet for two (2) occu- telecommunication infrastructure within the City. pants with an additional thirty (30) square feet or nonconformities each additional occupant, to a maximum of four (4) B. Applicability. occupants per room. Each sleeping room used for 1. The provisions of this section shall apply to the de- 15 the bed and breakfast inn operation shall have a sep- velopment, installation, replacement, or modification enforcement of any telecommunication facility (as defined in Chap-
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ter 116). inches tall, and spaced so that a continuous hedge general
will form within three years of planting. 1 2. The provisions of this section shall not apply to tele- communication equipment on the premises of a tele- e. Upon approval of the Planning Director, a fence processes communication customer for the use of the occupants may be used to augment a landscape buffer. A admin. of the premises. fence will not be allowed in lieu of a landscape 2 buffer.
C. General Standards for All Telecommunication Facil- authority ities. iv. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities review 3 1. Lighting. must be placed on the structure out of public view i. Artificial lighting of telecommunication facilities whenever possible. If this is not feasible, develop- districts must be limited to mandatory safety lighting re- ers are encouraged to use camouflaged mounts that zoning
quired by the City, the FAA, or the FCC. compliment the style of the supporting structure. 4 3. Security.
ii. Security lighting around the base of a telecom- standards
i. Telecommunication facilities must be designed design munication facility may be provided if such light- so as to be non-climbable by unauthorized per- 5 ing does not cast light onto adjacent properties or sons. Facilities will utilize removable climbing
rights-of-way. pegs or security barriers or similar methods to environment protection achieve this standard. 2. Screening 6 i. Developers of ground-mounted telecommunica- ii. Telecommunication facilities, including anten- landscaping tion facilities must make an effort to limit the visi- nas and equipment shelters, must be of vandal-re- & buffering bility of the antenna mount from neighboring prop- sistant design, or must have a security barrier. 7 erties and rights-of-way. When possible, antenna mounts must be concealed behind existing buildings iii. All components of telecommunication facili- & loading or natural features. ties must have a minimum separation of 10 feet parking from any overhead utility lines. 8 ii. Equipment shelters and cabinets must be con-
cealed behind existing buildings or natural features, iv. Signage. improvements whenever possible. a. A telecommunication facility must have an public 9 identification sign of no more than four square iii. If concealment of ground-mounted telecommu- feet in area, identifying the property owner, tele- section supplemental
nication facilities and associated equipment shelters communication facility operator with contact standards is not possible, the perimeter of these facilities must phone number, and the FCC registration and 10 be landscaped as follows: tower ID number. The identification sign may be
a. Landscape buffer around facility to be a mini- wall-mounted or freestanding. If freestanding, the subdivision of land
mum of 10 feet deep. maximum height of the sign will be 5 feet as mea- 11 sured from natural grade. b. Landscape buffer to include a mixture of trees, shrubs, bushes and groundcover arranged in such a standards
b. No signage other than the required identifica- sign way that the landscaping will effectively screen the tion sign will be allowed on a telecommunication 12 site from public view within three years of planting. facility. management concurrency c. Landscape buffer must include one tree for every D. Ground-Mounted Telecommunication Facilities. 13 25 linear feet around the perimeter of the facility. At 1. In general. time of planting, trees will be a minimum of eight
i. Ground-mounted telecommunication facilities nonconformities feet tall and have a diameter of at least four caliper in the following districts are subject to review and inches. approval by City staff, per Chapter 102: REC-1, 14 REC-2, SIL, GC-2, LI, HI, and PI.
d. Landscape buffer must include shrubs or bushes enforcement
that will create a continuous opaque hedge or screen ii. Ground-mounted telecommunication facilities 15 of not less than four feet tall upon maturity. At time in the following districts are subject to administra-
of planting, these plants must be a minimum of 18 tive review followed by review and approval of the definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 12 Planning Board and City Commission, per Chap- ter 102: MU-3, UR-2, DTD, and PUD. b. A non-monopole ground-mounted telecom- 1 munication facility will have a minimum set- general iii. Ground-mounted telecommunication facilities back from all property lines equal to 100% of the are prohibited in the following districts: R-1, R-2, height of the telecommunication facility, or equal
2 MU-2, and StAD. to the radius of the fall zone established in the fall
admin. zone statement provided by the applicant, which- processes iv. All applicants for ground-mounted telecom- ever distance is greater. munication facilities must provide a signed and
3 sealed statement from a Florida registered engi- c. Equipment shelters associated with a telecom- review
authority neer documenting the limits of the fall zone of the munication facility will be subject to the setback ground-mounted telecommunication facility. requirements for principal structures in the un-
4 derlying zoning district. 2. Standards for ground-mounted telecommunica- zoning zoning districts tion facilities E. Structure-Mounted Telecommunication Facilities. i. Height. 1. In general. 5 a. Maximum height of ground-mounted telecom-
design i. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities
standards munication facilities in the REC-1, REC-2, SIL, are allowed on existing commercial, industrial, of- GC-1, GC-2, P/I, MU-3, UR-2, DTD, and PUD fice or institutional structures in any zoning district.
6 zoning districts will be as follows: ii. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities (1) For a single-user facility: 90 feet protection
environment are allowed on multi-family buildings taller than (2) For a two-user facility: 120 feet three stories in height in any zoning district. 7 (3) For a three- or more-user facility: 150 feet iii. Structure-mounted telecommunication facili- & buffering landscaping landscaping ties are prohibited on single-family structures, du- b. Maximum height of ground-mounted telecom- plexes, triplexes, townhouses, and other multi-fam- 8 munication facilities in the LI and HI zoning dis- ily structures less than three stories in height in any parking & loading tricts: 185 feet zoning district.
9 c. Maximum height of ground-mounted telecom- iv. Placement of a structure-mounted telecommu- public nication facility on a nonconforming structure will
improvements munication facilities in the R-1, R-2, and MU-1 zoning districts: 90 feet not be considered an expansion of the noncon- forming structure. 10 section d. Height will be measured as the vertical dis- standards
supplemental tance between the ground elevation at the cen- v. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities ter-point of the base of the ground-mounted tele- are subject to review and approval by City staff, per communication facility and the highest point of Chapter 102. 11 of land of the ground-mounted facility, including antennas, subdivision platforms or other attachments. 2. Standards for structure-mounted telecommunica- tion facilities. 12 sign e. In no case will the height of a ground-mounted i. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities standards telecommunication facility exceed any height limit will extend a maximum of 20 feet above the roofline established by the FAA. or highest point of the structure on which they are
13 mounted. ii. Setbacks. concurrency management a. A monopole ground-mounted telecommu- ii. The height of a structure-mounted telecommunica- nication facility will have a minimum setback tion facility will be measured as the vertical distance 14 from all property lines equal to 50% of the height between the roofline or highest point of the structure
nonconformities of the proposed telecommunication facility, or and the highest point of the structure-mounted fa- equal to the radius of the fall zone established cility, including antennas, platforms or other attach-
15 in the fall zone statement provided by the appli- ments.
enforcement cant, whichever distance is greater.
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iii. The height limit will not apply if the struc- nancial stability of the applicant; whether the facil- general
ture-mounted telecommunication facility is incorpo- ity is collapsible within its own footprint; method 1 rated into a steeple, bell tower, or similar architectural of demolition; what special safety precautions will
feature of a church, school, or institutional building. be necessary; and landfill disposal fees. After con- processes sideration of the above factors, it is hereby provid- admin. iv. In no case will a structure-mounted telecommuni- ed that such bond shall not in the aggregate exceed 2 cation facility exceed any height limit established by $75,000.00, and shall be valued so as to cover: the FAA. authority i. The amount that would be required to perform review
emergency maintenance on the telecommuni- 3 v. Structure-mounted telecommunication facilities cation facility upon failure of the facility owner/ and associated equipment shelters are subject to the
operator to provide ordinary and necessary main- districts setback requirements for principal structures in the zoning tenance requested by the City, plus underlying zoning district. 4 ii. The amount that would be required to safely F. Co-Location and Modification to Existing Telecom- standards take down, remove, and legally dispose of the tele- design
munication Facilities. 5 communication facility, including all antennas, 1. In general. antenna mounts, equipment shelters, electrical
i. Existing ground-mounted telecommunication fa- environment
paraphernalia, and other improvements related protection cilities in any zoning district may be modified to
to the telecommunication facility, upon failure of 6 accommodate the co-location of an additional an- the owner/operator to duly remove the telecom- tenna or antennas. munication facility as otherwise provided in this landscaping & buffering ii. Modification to existing telecommunication fa- section. 7 cilities to accommodate co-location is subject to 3. The requirement for this bond shall be continu- review and approval by city staff, per Section ___.
ing in nature during the term of the permit and any & loading parking
extensions thereof and may be revised from time to 8 2. Standards for modification of existing telecommuni- time during the term and any extensions of the ap- cation facilities. plicant’s permit, then taking into consideration rea- i. An existing ground-mounted telecommunica- improvements sonable adjustments for the original objectives of the public tion facility may be modified or re-built to a tall- 9 bond, plus any modifications thereto. er height, not to exceed 20 feet over the facility’s section existing height, in order to accommodate co-loca- 4. Should said bond be allowed to lapse or for any supplemental tion of an additional antenna or antennas. standards reason become unsecured, then at the election of the 10 City, the applicant’s permit may be revoked by the ii. In no case will a telecommunication facility City, and the applicant will be required to cease use modified to incorporate an additional antenna ex- subdivision of the facility immediately. Further, should the appli- of land ceed any height limit established by the FAA. 11 cant fail to cure said defects within 10 days, the bond G. Bond for Performance, Maintenance and Removal shall be payable to the City, and the City may exert its rights to a lien against applicant’s other properties standards
Upon Default. sign 12 1. Together with its application for a development or- for any other expense, costs and attorney’s fees in- der for a new ground-mounted or structure-mount- curred in addition to the amount of said bond. management ed telecommunication facility, telecommunication concurrency H. Abandonment. facility applicants must provide proof, acceptable to 13 1. Any telecommunication facility that is removed the City, that they will provide a performance bond, from use for a period of 90 consecutive days is upon final approval of the development order, either nonconformities deemed to be abandoned.
in cash or by insurance policy issued by a properly 14 licensed insurance company, duly authorized to do 2. Determination of the date of abandonment will business in the State of Florida, Bay County, and the be made by the Planning Department, which has the enforcement City of Panama City.
right to request documentation, including affidavits, 15 from the telecommunication facility owner/opera- 2. Said bond shall be for an amount determined by
tor regarding the active use of the facility. Failure or definitions the City, taking into consideration the following: fi- City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 110 - SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS Unified Land Development Code 10 - 14 refusal for any reason by the owner/operator to re- new subdivisions. spond within 30 days to the Planning Department’s 1 request for such documentation shall constitute pri- B. Location. Such facilities shall be required to meet all general ma facie evidence that the telecommunication facil- setback requirements of the underlying zoning district ity has been abandoned. and shall not be used as residences. 2 C. Permitted Timeframes. A facility permitted as a tem-
admin. 3. Upon a determination of abandonment, the Plan- processes ning Department will provide written notice of the porary real estate sales office shall be removed upon determination to the owner of the property and the completion of sales in the subdivision. 3 owner/operator of the telecommunication facility. review Sec. 110-45. - Transient Commercial Uses Prohibited authority Such notice will be sent via certified mail. in Residential Districts. A. Transient lodging uses for remuneration are pro-
4 4. The owner of the property and the owner/oper- hibited in the residential districts of the City, except as zoning zoning ator of the telecommunication facility will have 90 districts days from the date of abandonment to either: otherwise permitted by this Code. Any person acting as i. reactivate the use of the facility; or agent, real estate broker, real estate sales agent, property 5 ii. dismantle and remove the facility from the manager, reservation service or arranges or negotiates design
standards property. for the use of residential property for transient lodging uses, or any person who uses or allows the use of resi-
6 5. Upon failure by the telecommunication owner/ dential property in this manner shall be considered in operator to either reactivate the abandoned facility
protection violation of this section. Each day in which such res- environment or remove it from the property, as described in part idential property is used or allowed to be used in vi- 4 above, the City may dismantle and remove the fa- olation of this section shall be considered a separate 7 cility. The costs for dismantlement and removal will offense. & buffering landscaping landscaping be recovered from the telecommunication facility owner/operator and the property owners pursuant Sec. 110-46. - Hydraulic Fracturing.
8 to Chapter 12 of the Panama City Municipal Code, A. It is the intent of the City Commission to protect sur- parking & loading or by accessing the performance bond referenced face and ground water resources, air quality, soils, flora earlier in this section. and fauna, and public health, safety, and welfare from contaminates associated with hydraulic fracturing. Hy- 9
public Sec. 110-43. - Construction Offices. draulic fracturing is also known by the common term improvements A. All outdoor storage of non-passenger vehicles and “fracking.” To that end, hydraulic fracturing is a pro- building materials shall be kept at least 100 linear feet hibited use in all zoning districts in the City of Panama 10 section from any adjacent lot containing a legal, conforming City. standards
supplemental residential use and shall be located in a side or rear yard only. 11
of land of B. Outdoor storage shall be screened from major thor- subdivision oughfares and adjacent properties in accordance with the screening requirements set forth in Section 7.9. 12 sign
standards C. A maximum open storage space of 50% of the side and rear lot area is allowed for business and industrial equipment and materials. 13 concurrency management D. Open storage of items shall not be piled or stacked over 10 feet in height above grade. 14 Sec. 110-44. - Real Estate Sales Offices and Model nonconformities Homes. A. General. Temporary facilities used as real estate 15 sales offices or model homes may be located within enforcement
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i. A minor subdivision is defined as meeting all of general
CHAPTER 111 – SUBDIVISION OF LAND the following criteria: 1 a. No adjoining lots, tracts, or parcels are in the
same ownership. processes ARTICLE 1. GENERAL admin.
b. No new streets are proposed or required. 2 Sec. 111-1. - Applicability. A. These regulations shall govern all subdivisions of c. No dedication of right-of-way, drainage areas, authority land within the corporate limits of the City of Panama conservation areas, or other publicly maintained review 3 City, Florida, as now or hereafter established. property is proposed or required.
B. The purpose of this Chapter is to establish proce- districts d. All proposed lots meet or exceed the dimen- zoning dures and standards for the development and subdivi- sional requirements of this ULDC and required 4 sion of real estate within the corporate limits of the City private easements for utility, drainage, conserva- of Panama City, Florida, in an effort to, among other tion, or other purposes are delineated. standards things, ensure proper legal description, identification, design location and recording of real estate boundaries; fur- e. Water and sewer services are available to serve 5 ther orderly layout and appropriate use of land; provide the property. environment safe, convenient, and economic circulation of vehicular protection traffic; provide street lighting adequate to facilitate the Sec. 111-3. - Protection for prior platted subdivision 6 observation of pedestrians adjacent to all vehicle use ar- lots. Where a lot was a subdivided lot of record and landscaping eas; provide suitable building sites which drain properly the lot was usable as a conforming single-family res- & buffering and are readily accessible to emergency vehicles; assure idential building site at the time of recording, the lot 7 the installation of improvements; help conserve and may be used and occupied by a single-family dwelling protect the physical, economic and scenic resources of and its accessory buildings provided the development & loading the City of Panama City; and promote the public health, complies with the minimum yard setbacks of the cur- parking safety and general welfare. rent zoning district. 8
Sec. 111-2. - Jurisdiction. Sec. 111-4. - Procedures for securing subdivision improvements
plat approval. public
A. Subdivision plat required. No real property shall be 9 divided into three or more lots for the purpose, wheth- A. The following procedures for securing subdivision er immediate or future, of sale or other transfer of own- plat approval shall be followed in submitting, review- supplemental ership, nor shall development plans be approved or per- ing, and acting upon all subdivision plats within the standards mits issued, without compliance with the requirements City limits of Panama City, Florida. 10 of this Chapter. 1. Submittal and approval of subdivision sketch plan. section subdivision subdivision
2. Submittal and approval of preliminary plat. land of B. Exemptions. The following activities shall be exempt 11 from the requirements of a subdivision plat: 3. Submittal and approval of final plat. 1. The combination or recombination of previous- standards
ly platted lots or portions of lots, where the overall sign
Sec. 111-5. – Subdivision Sketch Plan. 12 number of lots is not increased, current lot pattern is A. Subdivision sketch plan. As the first step in the plat maintained, and all resultant lots meet or exceed the review procedure, the subdivider shall submit a sketch management concurrency dimensional standards of this Chapter. plan. 13 1. The sketch plan shall be drawn at an approximate 2. The public acquisition of strips of land for the wid- scale of 200 feet to one inch or at such other scale as
ening or opening of streets. nonconformities the City Engineer may direct and shall show: 3. A minor subdivision shall be exempt from the re- i. Total acreage in the tract to be subdivided. 14 view and approval of a plat, however development
ii. Tentative street and lot arrangement. enforcement plans meeting the requirements of this Chapter shall be reviewed by the Technical Review Committee and iii. Approximate rights-of-way, measurements, 15 approved by the Planning Director. and lot lines. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 section 11 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL Chapter 111- to submit sketch anew plan, along with applicable the ofal sketch the plan, required subdivider be the shall within onereview year of Planning the Board’s approv noter does submit preliminary the plat to City the for for valid ning Board,be shall one year. If subdivid the - G. The sketch plan, beingafter reviewed the by Plan plat. Chapter, subdividerthe prepare shall preliminarythe divider has agreed to requirements the meet of this by reviewed Planningbeen the and Board sub the proposedthe subdivision. Afterthe sketch plan has plans,discuss he which may have for development of ning Board, subdivider the or his representative shall E. At sketch the time the plan isby reviewed Plan the by TRC. the in 45days following issuance of recommendation the Agenda for Planning the Meeting Board is which with The subdivision sketch be thenplaced plan on shall an ommendations of Technical the Committee. Review rector issue shall awritten report setting forth rec the - to consider plan the and comments, Planning the Di D. Within ten working days afterthe committee meets ommendation for approval by TRC. the iswhich within 45days following issuance of rec the placed on an Agenda for Planningthe Meeting Board tee review. The subdivision sketchbe thenplan shall of comments the from Technicalthe Commit Review mittal of an application. The applicantbe notified will Technical Committee within Review 30days of sub C. The subdivision sketch be plan the reviewed byshall sketch plan, Department the shall: B. Within five businessdays of receipt of a subdivision proceed with following the procedures. 2. thatDetermine submittalsthe are complete and main current inthe or cycle; review fivedays and havethe subdivision sketch plan re cies. The developer maycure the deficiencies within inform developer the inwriting as to deficien the that1. Determine submittals the are incomplete and vi. Zoning classification tract. the of v. Proposed waterways. throughout subdivision. the 106-22, and existing and proposed of uses land heritage or protected section trees as in defined iv. Wooded areas, including location the of any SUBDIVISION OF LAND ------liminary platliminary or on sheets attached thereto: The following informationbe shown shall the on pre approveSurveyor also shall sheet size and title block. as approvedother scale by City the State of Florida at of 100feet ascale to one inch or such sional surveyor, or professionalthe engineer in certified B. The preliminary platbe preparedshall by a profes- sufficient amount all reviewers. for Planningthe Department to ensure City the receives a number of copies submitted to be by determined be will any required exhibits to Planning the Department. The A. The subdivider submitshall the preliminary plat and a preliminary plat. platthe procedure, review subdivider submit the shall plat. 111-6.-Preliminary As secondthe stepSec. in fees, to Planning the for Board review. 2. Existing site data. information.1. General i. City limit lines, property lines, rights-of-way, of preliminaryview the plat. orBoard City Surveyor to pertinent to re the be tion considered by subdivider, the Planning the for subdivision the posed and any other informa restrictionsdeed and protective covenants pro supplementedix. Other materials, including any viii. Index of sheets insubmission material. by City the Surveyor. one is permissible ifapproved inch. scale Asmaller vii. A vicinity map drawn of to 400feet ascale to tract. and streets. Existing zoning classification the of vi. Names and locations of adjoining subdivisions streets. er land usage, total number of lots, linear feet in v. Total acreage acreage intract, inpublic or oth ed. iv. description Legal of tract land subdivid to be iii. Surveyor’s certificate of accuracy. and graphic scale. ii. Date and of plat survey preparation, northpoint, gineer. i. Name of subdivision, owner, and or surveyor en- UnifiedLandDevelopment Code Surveyor . The City ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 111 - SUBDIVISION OF LAND Page 11 - 3
easements, streets, railroads, utility transmission location and dimensions of each indicated. general
lines, streetlights, storm sewers, ditches and cul- C. Within five business days of receipt of a preliminary 1 verts, fire hydrants, sanitary sewers, water mains, plat, the Department shall:
bridges, buildings and bulkheads. 1. Determine that the submittals are incomplete and processes inform the developer in writing as to the deficien- admin. ii. Boundaries of the tract to be subdivided with all cies. The developer may cure the deficiencies within 2 bearings and distances indicated along with a cer- five days and have the preliminary plat remain in tificate of title for the tract. authority the current review cycle. Thereafter, the developer review
may cure the deficiencies within six months without 3 iii. Wooded areas, marshes, watercourses, ponds, payment of a reapplication fee, but, if more than six and other similar conditions affecting the site.
months has elapsed, must thereafter re-initiate the districts zoning application and pay an additional fee; or, iv. Topography of the site at a contour interval of 4 two feet. 2. Determine that the submittals are complete and standards v. Soil tests as may be required by the City Engineer. proceed with the following procedures. design 5 vi. Tree survey showing protected and heritage D. The preliminary plat shall be reviewed by the Tech-
nical Review Committee within 30 days of submittal environment trees on the property. protection of an application. The applicant will be notified of the 6 3. Proposed site data. date and location of the Technical Review Committee i. Street rights-of-way, pavement widths, grades review. landscaping and street names. (Street profiles and cross sections & buffering shall be provided when required by the City Engi- E. Within ten working days after the committee meets 7 neer.) to consider the plan and comments, the Planning Director shall issue a written report setting forth the & loading ii. Other rights-of-way or easements, including lo- recommendations of the Technical Review Commit- parking 8 cation, dimensions, and purposes. tee. The preliminary plat shall then be placed on a Planning Board agenda for a Planning Board meeting iii. Plans for sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water improvements
which is within 45 days following issuance of a recom- public lines, or proposals for developing new water sup- mendation by the TRC. 9 ply, storm drainage, and sewage disposal systems.
(Storm and sanitary sewer profiles and cross sec- F. Planning Board review. supplemental 1. Upon completion of the preliminary plat review, standards
tions shall be provided when required by the City 10 Engineer.) the Planning Board shall recommend that the City Commission approve, approve conditionally, or dis- section subdivision subdivision
iv. Contour changes or any created water bodies or approve the preliminary plat. The Planning Board land of changed watercourses. may continue the review of the preliminary plat for 11 good cause. v. Bulkheads and bridges, if any. i. In case of a recommendation for conditional standards sign vi. Lot lines, lot dimensions, lot and block numbers, approval, the conditions to be met shall be spec- 12 and building setback lines along street rights-of- ified in writing and reference shall be made to the management way. specific sections of this Chapter, with which the concurrency
preliminary plat does not comply. 13 vii. Parks, school sites, and other public areas, if any. ii. When a recommendation is made that a pre- viii. Areas to be used for purposes other than res- liminary plat be disapproved, the Planning Board nonconformities idential and public, if any, and with the purpose, shall specify the reasons for such recommenda- 14 location, and dimensions, ownership and mainte- tion in writing.
nance responsibilities of each indicated enforcement iii. After action by the Planning Board, the Plan- 15 ix. Areas to be used for purposes other than res- ning Director shall schedule the application for a City Commission meeting which is within 30 days
idential and public, if any, and with the purpose, definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 111 - SUBDIVISION OF LAND Unified Land Development Code 11 - 4 of the said action by the Planning Board and shall infrastructure. No clearing of trees on any lots or pro- notify the applicant of the Commission meeting. posed building lots shall commence until a final plat 1 A copy of any written report on the application has been approved and recorded and until a valid de- general submitted to the City Commission by the Plan- velopment order has been issued for that specific lot. ning Director shall be made available to the appli-
2 cant. If applicant requests a delay in the transmit- Sec. 111-7. - Final plat. As the third step in the plat
admin. tal of the preliminary plat to the City Commission action procedure, the subdivider shall submit a final processes in writing, the delay may only be for six months plat. Submission of a final plat shall be required of ev- ery subdivider and lots shall not be sold nor any street 3 G. City Commission action. accepted and maintained by the City, nor shall any review
authority 1. The preliminary plat shall be approved, disap- permit be issued by the Chief Building Official for the proved or tabled for cause by the City Commission. construction of any building within such subdivision
4 unless and until the final plat has been approved by the zoning zoning districts 2. The signature of the Mayor shall indicate approval Planning Board and the City Commission, and duly re- of the preliminary plat. corded by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Bay County, Florida. Before submitting the final plat for review by 5 3. If the preliminary plat is disapproved by the City
design the City Commission, the subdivider shall have met all
standards Commission, the reasons for disapproval shall be the requirements of sections 111-9 and 111-10 of this specified in writing and reference shall be made to Chapter.
6 the specified sections of this chapter with which the
protection preliminary plat does not apply. The subdivider may A. Application procedure. environment make recommended changes and resubmit the pre- 1. The subdivider shall submit as the final plat only liminary plat for approval by the City Commission.
7 that portion of the approved preliminary plat which the subdivider proposes to record and develop at this & buffering landscaping landscaping H. Approval of preliminary plat. time; such portion shall conform to all requirements 1. Upon approval of the preliminary plat by the City of this Chapter.
8 Commission, the subdivider may proceed with the parking & loading preparation of the final plat, and the installation of 2. The subdivider shall submit the final plat to the or arrangement for required improvements in accor- City at least 30 days prior to the Planning Board dance with the preliminary plat as approved and the 9 meeting at which time the final plat is intended to be public requirements of this Chapter. scheduled on the Planning Board’s agenda. The num- improvements ber of copies to be submitted will be determined by 2. Approval of the preliminary plat shall not be con- the Planning Department to ensure the City receives
10 strued as authority for filing of the plat with the a sufficient amount for all reviewers. standards Clerk of Circuit Court of Bay County, nor as author- supplemental ity for the sale of lots in reference thereto. Approval 3. After the review of the final plat by the Planning of the preliminary plat shall, however, authorize the Board, the final plat will then be forwarded to the 11 section
of land subdivider at his own risk prior to approval of the
subdivision City Commission for their approval. An additional final plat to: copy of the final plat shall be drawn or printed on i. Perform required improvements; subject to the mylar or other similar durable material for recording 12 sign requirements of section 111-8(B); or by the Bay County Clerk of the Circuit Court and the standards City of Panama City. ii. Post a surety bond for required infrastructure improvements, as approved by the City Attorney;
13 4. At the time of submission of the final plat, the sub- or divider shall pay to the City of Panama City a fee as concurrency management set by resolution of the City Commission. The fee is iii. Place a certified check or cash in escrow ac- for the purpose of administration and inspection of
14 count to cover the cost of the required infrastruc- site improvements. ture improvements. nonconformities 5. Failure to apply for final plat approval within two 3. Complete the appropriate form indicating which
15 years of preliminary plat approval shall result in the mechanism will be utilized to construct the required
enforcement revocation of the preliminary plat approval. A time
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extension may be granted if the Planning Board rec- v. Such as-built surveys for water, sanitary sewers, general
ommends it and it is approved by the City Commis- and storm sewer systems, showing sizes, cross sec- 1 sion. tion and profiles as required by the City Engineer
and Utilities Director. processes B. Required exhibits. The final plat shall be prepared by admin. a currently registered surveyor or engineer at a scale of vi. Such as-built surveys of bulkheads, bridges, 2 either 100 feet to one inch or such other scale as ap- and sidewalks, if any, showing cross sections and proved by the City Surveyor. The following information profiles as required by the City Commission. authority review
shall be shown on the final plat or on sheets attached 3 thereto: 4. Signed certificates. The following certificates shall 1. General information. also appear on each copy of the final plat, which is districts i. Name of subdivision, owner and surveyor or en- submitted to the City Commission. Certificates (1), zoning gineer. (2), (3), (4), and (5) shall be properly signed before 4 the final plat is submitted to the City Commission. standards
ii. Date of survey and plat preparation, north point Certificates (6), and (7) shall be properly signed after design
and graphic scale. the City Commission approves the final plat. 5 i. Number (1): Certificate of Ownership and Ded-
iii. Names and locations of adjoining subdivisions ication. environment protection and streets. I hereby certify that I am the owner of the proper- ty shown and described hereon and that I hereby 6 iv. Deed restrictions or protective covenants for the adopt this plan of subdivision with my free con- landscaping subdivision, if any. & buffering sent, establish minimum setback lines and dedi- 2. Survey data. cate all streets, alleys, walks, parks, and other sites 7 i. Exact boundaries of the tract to be subdivided. and easements to public or private use as noted.
Furthermore, I dedicate any and all storm sewer, & loading parking parking
ii. Legal description of tract of land to be submitted. sanitary sewer and water lines to the City of Pana- 8 ma City, Florida, as noted. iii. Accurate location and description of all monu- improvements
ments, markers, and control points. Signed on this the ______day of ______, public (year). 9 iv. Sufficient engineering data to determine readi- By:______
ly and reproduce on the ground every straight or (Name) supplemental standards
curved boundary line, street line, lot line, right-of- Bar No.:______10 way line, easement line, and setback line, including linear dimensions, bearings or deflection angles, ii. Number (2): Title opinion. section subdivision subdivision
radii, arcs, chords, and central angles. (All dimen- This is to certify that I have personally examined land of sions shall be measured to the nearest one-tenth of the title to the lands platted hereon and find title is 11 a foot and all angles to the nearest minute.) vested in ______(Subdivider)_____ and that there
are no unsatisfied mortgages on said lands. This standards sign 3. Site data. certification is based upon the best of my knowl- 12 i. All rights-of-way, easements, and areas to be ded- edge and belief, this _____ day of ______, (year). icated to public use with the purpose of each stated. management concurrency
By:______13 ii. Areas to be used for purposes other than residen- (Name) tial and public, if any, with the purpose, location, Bar No.:______dimensions, ownership and maintenance responsi- nonconformities
bilities of each indicated. iii. Number (3): Certificate of Surveyor. 14 iii. Lot and block numbers and street names. Know all men by these presents, that the under- signed being a licensed and registered land sur- enforcement
iv. Such cross sections and profiles of streets as may veyor, does hereby certify that on ______15 be required by the City Engineer. /______/______he/she completed
the surveying of the lands as shown in the accom- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 111 - SUBDIVISION OF LAND Unified Land Development Code 11 - 6 panying plat, that said plat is a correct represen- By: ______tation of the lands therein described and platted; (Name) Commissioner Ward I 1 that permanent reference monuments have been general placed as shown thereon and complies with the By: ______requirements of Chapter 177, Florida Statutes; and (Name) Commissioner Ward II
2 that said land is located in Bay County, Florida.
admin. Signed on this the ______day of ______, By: ______processes (year). (Name) Commissioner Ward III
3 By:______By: ______review authority (Name) (Name) Commissioner Ward IV Florida License No.:______4 vii. Number (7): Certificate of Approval by the City zoning zoning districts iv. Number (4): Certificate of approval of the De- Manager. sign and Installation of Streets, Utilities and Other I hereby certify that I have examined the Final Plat
5 Required Improvements. for the ______Subdivision, and find that it
design I hereby certify that all streets, utilities and other conforms to applicable regulations for subdivisions standards required improvements have been installed in an in Bay County, Florida. Signed on this the ______acceptable manner and according to City specifica- day of ______, (year). 6 tions and standards and all applicable regulations in protection environment the ______Subdivision or that a guarantee By: ______of the installation of the required improvements (Name) City Manager
7 in a manner according to 111-8 has been received. & buffering landscaping landscaping Signed on this the ______day of ______, C. City Commission action. (year). 1. The City Commission shall approve, disapprove or
8 By:______table for cause within 45 days of the date such plat
parking (Name) City Engineer was submitted to the City. Failure of the City Com- & loading Florida Registration No.:______mission to act within 45 days shall constitute final plat City Engineer approval. 9 public improvements v. Number (5): Certificate of City Surveyor. 2. Before acting on the final plat, the City Commis- I hereby certify that I have reviewed the plat of the sion shall receive a written summary report from the City Surveyor certifying compliance with or noting 10 ______subdivision, and hereby
standards deviations from the approved preliminary plat and
supplemental certify that it complies with all the requirements of Chapter 177, Florida Statutes. Signed on this the the requirements of these regulations. ______day of ______, (year). 11 section 3. During its review, the City Commission may ap- of land
subdivision point an engineer or surveyor to check the accuracy By:______of the final plat. If substantial errors are found, the (Name) City Surveyor
12 costs to resurvey will be charged to the subdivider. sign Florida License No.:______standards 4. If the final plat meets all the requirements of this vi. Number (6): Certificate of Approval by the City Chapter and complies with the approved preliminary
13 Commission. plat, the City Commission shall approve the final plat concurrency management The Panama City - City Commission hereby ap- and indicate its approval on each copy by signature of proved the Final Plat for the ______the Mayor. Subdivision. Signed on this the ______day of 14 ______, (year). 5. When approved by the City Commission, a copy of nonconformities the final plat shall be returned to the City after record- By: ______ing. The subdivider shall file the approved final plat 15 (Name) Mayor with the Bay County Clerk of the Circuit Court after
enforcement it’s approval by the City Commission or such approv-
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al shall be null and void. Before the recording of the inform the developer in writing as to the deficien- general
plat, the plat must reflect all conditions and changes cies. The developer may cure the deficiencies within 1 requested by the City Commission. Recording fee to five days and have the preliminary plat/final plat re-
be paid by subdivider. main in the current review cycle. Thereafter, the -de processes veloper may cure the deficiencies within six months admin. 6. If the final plat is disapproved by the City Com- without payment of a reapplication fee, but, if more 2 mission, the reasons for disapproval shall be stated in than six months has elapsed, must thereafter re-ini- writing and reference shall be made to the sections of authority tiate the application and pay an additional fee; or review
this Chapter with which the final plat does not com- 3 ply. A copy of such explanation shall be sent to sub- 2. Determine that the submittals are complete and divider. proceed with the following procedures. districts zoning
Sec. 111-8. - Preliminary plat/final plat process. D. The preliminary plat/final plat shall be reviewed by 4 Should the subdivider choose to process both the pre- the Technical Review Committee within 30 days of standards
liminary plat and the final plat at the same time, the fol- submittal of an application. The applicant will be no- design
lowing review process shall be followed. tified of the date and location of the Technical Review 5 Committee review.
A. Application procedure. environment 1. The application shall state that the combined pre- E. Within ten working days after the committee meets protection liminary plat and final plat process has been chosen to consider the plan and comments, the Planning Di- 6 by the subdivider. rector shall issue a written report setting forth the rec- landscaping ommendations of the Technical Review Committee. & buffering 2. The subdivider shall submit the preliminary plat/ The preliminary plat/final plat shall then be placed on 7 final plat and any required exhibits to the Planning a Planning Board agenda for a Planning Board meet- Department. The number of copies to be submitted ing which is within 30 days following issuance of a rec- & loading will be determined by the Planning Department to ommendation by the TRC. parking ensure the City receives a sufficient amount for all re- 8 viewers. At the time of submission of the preliminary F. Planning Board review.
plat/final plat, the subdivider shall pay to the City a 1. Upon completion of the preliminary plat/final plat improvements public
fee for purposes of administration that reflects the fee review, the Planning Board shall recommend that 9 of the preliminary plat and shall also include the re- the City Commission approve, approve conditional-
cording fee. ly, or disapprove the preliminary plat/final plat. The supplemental Planning Board may continue the review of the pre- standards 10 3. At the time of recording of the final plat, the sub- liminary plat/final plat for good cause. divider shall pay to the City a fee as set by resolution section of the City Commission. The fee is for the purpose of i. In case of a recommendation for conditional ap- subdivision of land of
administration and inspection of site improvements. proval, the conditions to be met shall be specified 11 in writing and reference shall be made to the specif- B. Required exhibits. The preliminary plat/final plat ic sections of this Chapter, with which the prelimi- standards
shall be prepared by a currently registered surveyor or sign
nary plat/final plat does not comply. 12 engineer at a scale of either 100 feet to one inch or such other scale as approved by the City Surveyor. The City ii. When a recommendation is made that a prelim- management Surveyor shall also approve sheet size and title block. inary plat/final plat be disapproved, the Planning concurrency The following information shall be shown on the pre- Board shall specify the reasons for such recommen- 13 liminary plat or on sheets attached thereto. The infor- dation in writing. mation required for both the preliminary plat and the nonconformities iii. After action by the Planning Board, the Plan- final plat per sections 111-5(B) and 111-6(B) shall be 14 shown on the preliminary plat/final plat submission or ning Director shall schedule the application for a on sheets attached thereto. City Commission meeting which is within 25 days of the said action by the Planning Board and shall enforcement C. Within five days of receipt of a preliminary plat/final notify the applicant of the commission meeting. A 15 plat, the Department shall: copy of any written report on the application sub- 1. Determine that the submittals are incomplete and mitted to the City Commission by the Planning Di- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 111 - SUBDIVISION OF LAND Unified Land Development Code 11 - 8 rector shall be made available to the applicant. of the City, according to section 111-8(C), that such im- provements will be installed. 1 G. City Commission action. general 1. The City Commission shall approve, disapprove B. Required improvements. or table for cause the preliminary plat/final plat. 1. All required improvements shall be installed before
2 the final plat is approved and constructed in confor-
admin. 2. If the preliminary plat/final plat meets all the re- mity with the requirements and standards set forth processes quirements of this chapter, the City Commission in this chapter and all other specifications of the City shall approve the preliminary plat/final plat and of Panama City. All improvement plans and improve- 3 indicate its approval on each copy by signature of ments shall be inspected and approved by the City review authority the Mayor. If the preliminary plat/final plat does Engineer as conforming to this chapter and all other not meet the requirements of this chapter, the City city specifications.
4 Commission may place conditions upon the plat zoning zoning districts that must be addressed prior to recording of the plat. 2. Improvements required. The following improve- ments are required: 3. If the preliminary plat/final plat is disapproved by i. Survey reference markers. 5 the City Commission, the reasons for disapproval design
standards shall be stated in writing and reference shall be made ii. Street grading, base preparation, and paving. to the sections of this chapter with which the prelim-
6 inary plat/final plat does not comply. A copy of such iii. Storm drainage system and including retention
protection explanation shall be sent to the Planning Board and areas, if required. environment to the subdivider. iv. Curbs and gutters. 7 H. Before submitting the preliminary plat/final plat
& buffering v. Sidewalks, as required by the Planning Board landscaping landscaping for recording, the subdivider shall have met all the re- and City Commission. quirements of parts sections 111-8(B) and 111-9. 8 1. The subdivider shall submit the preliminary plat/ vi. Sanitary sewage disposal system. parking & loading final plat to the city. The number of copies to be sub- mitted will be determined by the Planning Depart- vii. Water supply system.
9 ment to ensure the City receives a sufficient amount public for all reviewers. One copy of the preliminary plat/ viii. Street name markers. improvements final plat shall be drawn or printed on cronaflex, my- lar, or other similar durable material for recording ix. Bulkheads, if any. 10 by the Bay County Clerk of the Court and the City.
standards x. Bridges, if any. supplemental 2. The City shall file the approved preliminary plat/ xi. Replacement trees, as required by the ULDC. final plat with the Bay County Clerk of the Court 11 section of land
subdivision after the subdivider has resubmitted the plat ad- C. Streetlights. Subdivider’s guarantee in lieu of all im- dressing the conditions required by the City Com- provements installation. mission. If a revised plat has not been resubmitted 1. The subdivider’s guarantee, in lieu of all improve- 12 sign within one year after the City Commission approved ments installation, shall be a performance of surety standards with conditions such approval shall be null and void. bond satisfactory to the City Attorney as to form and When approved by the City Commission, a copy of content, or a certified check; or cash deposited in an
13 the preliminary plat/final plat shall be returned to escrow account with interest accruing to subdivider. concurrency management the subdivider after recording. 2. The subdivider’s guarantee, regardless of form, Sec. 111-9. - Installation and guarantee of improve- shall provide that the improvements required shall be 14 ments. completed within one year from the date the certified nonconformities A. Final plats for subdivisions within the city limits of check or surety bond is posted with the. Panama City shall not be approved until the subdivid-
15 er has installed the required improvements listed in 3. Assurance of maintenance of street lights. The sub-
enforcement section 111-8 (B) or has guaranteed to the satisfaction divider shall provide for the perpetual maintenance,
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repair, replacement, and operation of street lights reference marker, such as a U.S. government marker, general
through a homeowners’ association (HOA) agree- section corner, or quarter-section corner shall des- 1 ment. ignate at least one corner of the subdivision. When
such a monument or station is not available, the tie processes 4. Failure to complete improvements. Failure to com- shall be made to some pertinent and readily recog- admin. plete the improvements within one year shall be cause nizable landmark or identifiable point, physical ob- 2 for default and the City shall take such remedial steps ject or structure. as necessary to complete construction as otherwise authority review
required herein utilizing the certified check or calling 3. At least two monuments shall be installed as con- 3 upon the surety for faithful performance. The amount trol corners within each block within the subdivision. of such guarantees shall be in an amount that is 110 The surveyor shall install additional monuments if districts percent of the construction costs of all improvements, required by the City Engineer. All monuments shall zoning including landfill, as estimated by the City Engineer. be constructed of concrete and shall be at least three 4 The bonding company shall meet City specifications. inches in diameter or square and not less than two standards
feet in length. Each monument shall have embed- design
D. Maintenance guarantee of improvements. The City ded in its top or attached by a suitable means a metal 5 Commission shall require cash in escrow or mainte- plate of noncorrosive materials marked plainly with nance warranty bond guaranteeing all improvements environment the point, the surveyor’s registration number, and protection against defects for one year after the acceptance of such
the month and year it was installed, and the words 6 improvements by the City of Panama City. (Such im- “Permanent Reference Monument” or the initials provements must be accepted, accepted with condi- “P.R.M.” Monuments shall be set in the ground so landscaping & buffering tions, or rejected by the City within 60 days following that the top is flush the with finish grade. the installation of improvements.) This bond, satisfac- 7 tory to the City attorney as to form and content, shall be 4. Survey accuracy. The allowable angular error of
in the amount of ten percent of the construction costs closure and linear error of closure for surveys shall & loading parking parking
and shall be submitted in acceptable form when the be as follows: 8 City accepts the improvements. i. Angular error of closure shall not exceed 25 sec- onds times the square root of the number of an- improvements
Sec. 111-10. - Subdivision improvement and design gles turned. Total error shall be no greater than 40 public standards. seconds. 9 A. Generally. ii. Linear error of closure shall not exceed one foot
1. Approval of the final plat shall be subject to the sub- supplemental per 7,500 feet measured on the perimeter. standards
divider having installed the required improvements 10 or having guaranteed with proper bond, according to C. All other improvement and design standards shall
section 111-9; the installation of said improvements. be as prescribed in this ULDC. section subdivision subdivision
The City Engineer shall be responsible for inspecting land of 11 and approving all improvement plans and improve- Sec. 111-11. - Exceptions and variances. ments for consistency with improvement specifica- A. The standards and requirements of this Chapter tions on file in the City Engineer’s office. may be modified by the City Commission upon rec- standards sign ommendation of the Planning Board in the case of a 12 2. The following requirements shall be minimum plan or program for a complete group development, management
requirements. Where other official engineering and which, in the judgment of the board, provides ade- concurrency
public works standards and specifications are more quate public spaces and improvements for the circula- 13 stringent, such higher standards shall be used. tion, recreation, light, air and service needs of the tract when fully developed and populated, and which also nonconformities B. Permanent survey reference point. provides such covenants or other legal provisions as 1. Permanent survey reference monuments shall be will assure conformity to and achievement of the plan. 14 installed in all subdivisions in accordance with Chap- This provision is intended to encourage innovations in
ter 177, Florida Statutes, and the following require- housing types and subdivision design. enforcement
ments. 15 B. Where, because of topographical or other condi- 2. Course and distance (tie) from a readily discernible tions peculiar to the site, strict adherence to the pro- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 111 - SUBDIVISION OF LAND Unified Land Development Code 11 - 10 visions of the regulations of this chapter would cause development rather than each individual lot within unnecessary hardship the Planning Board may recom- the development. Calculation of maximum allowed 1 mend and the City Commission authorize a variance, impervious surface area shall include all impervi- general if such variance can be made without destroying the ous surfaces commonly or publicly owned, such as intent of this chapter. Any variance thus authorized streets, sidewalks and public buildings, in addition to
2 is required to be entered in writing in the minutes of those impervious surfaces on individual lots.
admin. the Planning Board and of the City Commission and processes the reasoning on which the departure was justified set 6. The maximum building height established in the forth. underlying zoning district shall apply to development 3 in cluster subdivisions. review
authority Sec. 111-12. – 111-20. Reserved. 7. Reduced setbacks may be allowed in cluster subdi-
4 ARTICLE II. CLUSTER SUBDIVISIONS. visions if approved by the City Commission. Setback zoning zoning
districts reductions approved by the City shall be noted on the Sec. 111-21. Purpose. The purpose of this section is final plat. to permit development of cluster subdivisions as an 5 alternative to conventional subdivisions. In permit- 8. Development on lots or acreage along the perimeter design
standards ting cluster subdivisions, the City seeks to encourage of the cluster subdivision will be required to observe patterns of development that: protect environmentally the setbacks of the underlying zoning district relative
6 sensitive lands; preserve open space for purposes of to the perimeter of the cluster subdivision. Such lots
protection conservation and/or recreation; limit environmental may still qualify for reduction in setbacks along prop- environment impacts of development by reducing impervious sur- erty lines that are interior to the cluster subdivision. face areas and non-point sources of pollution; and pro- 7 mote economically-efficient layout of lots, roadways B. Maximum Density. & buffering landscaping landscaping and utility lines. 1. The maximum density permitted in the underlying zoning district shall apply to the cluster development.
8 A. Applicability and General Provisions. parking & loading 1. Cluster subdivisions shall be permitted for devel- 2. Maximum density for cluster developments shall opments that contain residential uses only. Nonres- be based on the gross area of the cluster development.
9 idential uses are not permitted in cluster subdivi- public sions. 3. The number of dwelling units allowed in a cluster improvements subdivision shall be calculated as follows: gross acre- 2. Cluster subdivisions shall be permitted as of right age of cluster development/maximum dwelling units
10 in the R-1, R-2, and MU-1 zoning districts. Cluster per acre permitted in the underlying zoning district. standards
supplemental subdivisions shall be permitted in the MU-2 and MU-3 zoning districts for those developments con- C. Design Criteria. taining only residential uses. 1. No minimum lot frontage or lot area shall apply to 11 section
of land individual lots within cluster subdivisions. subdivision 3. Cluster developments shall be a minimum area of three acres. 2. Each lot shall have direct access to a public or pri-
12 vate street. sign
standards 4. The following uses shall be permitted in cluster subdivisions: for cluster subdivisions in the R-1, R-2 3. Flag lots shall be discouraged. and MU-1 zoning district, all principal and accesso- 13 4. Right-of-way widths and pavement widths shall ry uses allowed in the underlying zoning district; for concurrency management comply with those established in Section 109-44. cluster subdivisions in the MU-2 and MU-3 zoning district, all residential uses allowed in the underlying 5. A minimum of 40% of the gross acreage of the 14 zoning district. cluster development shall be dedicated as open space. nonconformities Open space shall be used and conveyed in accordance 5. Maximum impervious surface ratios established with the provisions of Section 111-21 (D) below. for the underlying zoning district shall apply to the 15 cluster development. Maximum impervious sur-
enforcement D. Open Space. face ratios shall apply to the gross area of the cluster
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1. The following uses shall be allowed in the dedicat- general
ed open space within a cluster subdivision, provided 1 they comply with all applicable state and federal reg-
ulations: public or privately-owned parks; passive or processes low-impact recreational uses such as hiking or biking admin. trails, provided they do not impact environmental- 2 ly-sensitive areas; and conservation land. authority review
2. The following natural features shall be prioritized 3 for inclusion in the open space dedication: shoreline; jurisdictional wetlands; steep slopes; areas providing districts habitat for endangered or threatened species as spec- zoning ified by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation 4 Commission or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. standards design
3. Open space within cluster subdivisions shall be 5 conveyed in one of the following manners:
i. To the City and accepted by the City for use as a environment protection park, open space or other specified use, provided the conveyance is in a form approved by the City 6 Commission. landscaping & buffering
ii. To a nonprofit organization whose principal mis- 7 sion is conservation of open space, provided the conveyance is in a form approved by the City Com- & loading mission. parking 8 iii. To a corporation or trust that is owned by the
owners of the lots within the subdivision. In such improvements public
an arrangement, shares of ownership in the cor- 9 poration or trust shall pass with the conveyances
of the lots. The conveyance must be in a form ap- supplemental proved by the City Commission. standards 10
4. Where open space is conveyed to a nonprofit orga- section nization or corporation or trust, a deed restriction en- subdivision of land of
forceable by the City shall be recorded that provides 11 the open space will be kept in authorized conditions. standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Unifi ed Land Development Code 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 zoning zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment ering 7 & buff landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement City of Panama City, FL 16 nitions defi Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 1
6. A sign which contains any flashing light. general
CHAPTER 112 - SIGN REGULATIONS 1 7. A sign which at any point below nine feet above
grade contains any moving or animated lights or processes Sec. 112-1. - Public purpose. The purpose of this admin. parts, contains any electronic components, or gives chapter shall be to coordinate the type, placement, and 2 the appearance of animation or movement. physical dimensions of signs within the City; to recog- nize the commercial communication requirements of 8. Vehicle signs, (including signs on trailers) are pro- authority all sectors of the business community; to encourage the review
hibited except for standardized, uniform, registered 3 innovative use of design; to promote both renovation or licensed business logos on business vehicles or and proper maintenance; and to guarantee equal treat- trailers. Such vehicles or trailers, with proper logos, districts ment under the law through accurate recordkeeping may only be parked at the physical location of the zoning and consistent enforcement. These goals shall be ac- business which the logo represents, when not in use 4 complished by regulation of the display, erection, use, for the primary business intended. Such vehicles or standards and maintenance of signs. The placement and physical trailers may not be parked and left unattended in ar- design dimensions of signs are regulated primarily by land use eas, away from the physical location of the business, 5 district and type of roadway. No sign shall be permit- for purposes of advertisement, e.g. parking lots not ted as a principal or accessory use except in accordance environment owned and operated by the vehicle’s owner. protection with the provisions of this chapter. 9. Any sign which emits a sound, odor, or visible 6 Sec. 112-2. - Scope. This chapter shall not relate to matter. landscaping building design. Nor shall this chapter regulate offi- & buffering
cial traffic control or governmental signs; the copy and 10. Any sign or sign structure which obstructs free 7 message of signs; window displays; product dispensers ingress to or egress from a required door, window, and point of purchase displays; scoreboards on athletic fire escape or other required exit way. & loading fields; flags of any nation, government, or noncommer- parking 8 cial organization; gravestones; barber poles; religious 11. Any sign or sign structure which obstructs the symbols; commemorative plaques; display of street view of, may be confused with or purports to be a governmental or official traffic direction or safer improvements
numbers; hospital emergency room signs; or any display public or construction not defined herein as a sign. sign, or any official marker erected by City, state or 9 federal authority.
Sec. 112-3. - Applicability. No person shall erect, place supplemental or maintain a sign within the City except in accordance 12. Any sign which obstructs or impairs driver vision standards 10 with the provisions of this Chapter. at vehicular ingress/egress points or intersections.
13. Any sign using the words “stop,” “danger” or any subdivision
Sec. 112-4. - Prohibited signs. of land
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect or display comparable word, phrase, symbol or character in a 11 within the City any of the following prohibited signs manner that tends to mislead, confuse or distract a
vehicle driver. section and their respective support structure: standards sign
1. Swinging signs. 12 14. Sign statuary exceeding the limits imposed by 2. Snipe signs. this Chapter. management concurrency
3. Sidewalk and sandwich signs not expressly ad- 15. Any sign on or within any street or public right- 13 dressed in this code. of-way, coastal setback area, or St. Andrew Bay, except public traffic, safety and information signs nonconformities 4. Portable signs, except those used for humorous an- erected and maintained by governmental authority nouncements or governmental purposes. and at public expense. 14
5. Any sign in the area between the shoreline and the 16. A sign erected or displayed in any fresh water enforcement
road right-of-way in the area along Beach Drive be- wetlands or salt marsh areas subject to periodic in- 15 tween Johnson Bayou and Frankford Avenue. undation by tidal saltwater. definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 section 12 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL erect, place or construct any on-premises with sign 112-5.-ApprovalSec. required. competent jurisdiction. mission. Relief may only sought be through acourt of appeals board, planning the board, or City the Com norpealable subject to arequest for variance from the B.right The to use prohibited signs neitherbe shall ap Chapter 112- trict. 28. V-signs within Gateway the Overlay (GO)Dis orsign, any similar device. functionally 27. Feather flag sign, flutter sign, flag feather banner 112-14.B. insection rized 26. Banners, except for temporary banners as autho 25. Roof signs. signs. 24. Illegal Unifiedthis LandDevelopment Code. 23. Any not sign expressly exempted or allowed by 22. The following off-premises signs: area.glass 21. Window signs exceeding 25%of an building 20. Inflatable signs. 19. Dilapidated signs. 18. Abandoned signs. waters within City. the 17. Any on sign or towed aboat behind or raft on mental signs. signs as authorized 112-6.8, and in section govern signs as authorized 112-15, directional in section off-premisesvii. All signs, than other billboard vi. (four-faced) Boxed signs, v. Triangular signs, (3-faced) iv. “L” at (2-faced 90-degree angles), iii. Blank off-premises faces. sign ii. Electronic signs, signs, i. Bench SIGN STANDARDS No person shall ------B. Nameplates of 2square feet or less. A. Temporary signs. nearest right-of-way line: played on private property at least five feet off the of other requirements of chapter this and may only dis be requirementsal but must inconformance be with all The following types of signs are exemptedfrom approv 112-6.-Exempted not signs requiring approval.Sec. sign. change and intext is not occurs, sign the aprohibited copythe ischanged to be is for same the business, no B. Painted or printed signs, provided on sign the which prohibited or sign; A. Changeable copy signs, provided is not sign the a following:the No approval is required for achange of copy on one of building 112-6. exceptsection permit, in as specified out first obtaining approvalfrom the City, and avalid single face as follows: estateE. Real one sign: premise, per back-to-back, or emergency. D. Public signs or notices, or any relating sign to an dards: C. Political signsconform shall to following the stan 1. Not exceeding, aggregate inthe including attach date.election within ten days otherwise, election; afterthe general and election in aprimary unopposed general inthe date election primary where candidate the is elected ular officebe removed shall within ten days the after signs political election, oferal candidates for a partic date. Where an involves election and aprimary gen ten days afterthedate election or anyrun-off election removed signs be position. political shall All within date election the and only then if a candidate has op permitted orbe displayed prior to 120days before 3. heightin sign measured from aggregate grade. square faceand sign feetnot shall per five exceed feet 2. withinplaced ten feet of one another. but multiple signs of same the candidate not shall be The signs mayback-to-back, be placed or single face, onlyerty and with permission the of property owner. 1. Placement Dimensions Timelines for placement . Signs shall be placed on placed . Signs be private shall prop . Political signs not shall eight exceed UnifiedLandDevelopment Code . Political signs not shall ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 3
ments, 8 square feet for residential or vacant lots in out cover). general
residential or mixed use districts. 1 Sec. 112-9. - Licenses. No person may engage in the business of erecting, altering, relocating, constructing, 2. Not exceeding, in the aggregate including attach- processes ments, 16 square feet for commercial property. or maintaining signs without a valid occupational li- admin. cense and all required state and federal licenses. 2 3. Not exceeding, in the aggregate including attach-
ments, 75 square feet for developmental or subdivi- Sec. 112-10. - Indemnification. All persons involved authority in the maintenance, installation, alteration, or reloca- review
sion property. 3 tion of signs near any public right-of-way or property Such signs must be removed within 5 days following shall agree to hold harmless and indemnify the City, districts sale, rental, or lease, and provided further that “Open its officers, agents, and employees, against any and all zoning House” signs must be removed at the end of the day of claims of negligence resulting from such work. 4 the open house event.
Sec. 112-11. - Allowable on-premises signs; land use standards design
F. Window signs, except in R-1, R-2, UR-1, UR-2, MU-1 districts. 5 and MH-1 districts. A. Signs permitted in all districts. The following signs environment G. Pennants, festoons, streamers or balloons not ex- are allowed in all districts: protection pressly exempted from nor authorized by this law. 1. All signs not requiring approval. 6 landscaping
H. Off-premises directional signs on leased property 2. One construction sign for each street abutting a & buffering within an established industrial park in either an LI or construction project, not to exceed 32 square feet of HI district, for directional purposes in addition to name sign area per face or 64 total square feet, if back-to- 7 recognition, not to exceed four feet by eight feet, light- back faces, per sign. Such signs may be erected 120 & loading ed or unlighted dictated by the normal working hours days prior to beginning of construction and shall be parking of the business, post supported with the bottom of the removed 30 days following completion of construc- 8 sign to be at least six feet above ground level, and with a tion. minimum setback requirement for all parts of the sign improvements
3. One attached nameplate per occupancy, not to ex- public of five feet from any right-of-way line. 9 ceed 2 square feet in sign area. Sec. 112-7. - Maintenance. All signs shall be proper- 4. “For sale” signs advertising vehicles, boats or oth- supplemental ly maintained. Exposed surfaces shall be cleaned and standards painted if paint is required. Defective parts shall be re- er similar items for sale by owner provided such sign 10 placed. The City Manager shall have the authority un- does not exceed one square foot of sign area. der subsection 112-17.E to order the repair or removal subdivision B. Permitted signs in Residential districts. The follow- of land of any sign which is defective, damaged, or substantially 11 ing signs shall be allowed in R-1, R-2, UR-1, UR-2, and deteriorated. MH-1 zoning districts; all other signs are prohibited. section Sec. 112-8. - Lighting/Illumination. All signs may be 1. All signs allowed in section 112-6. standards sign lighted or illuminated consistent with the following 12 2. Two subdivision identification signs per subdivi- provisions: sion, or development, not to exceed 30 square feet management concurrency per face or 60 total square feet, if back-to-back faces,
A. Sign lighting shall not be installed or located so as to 13 cause confusion with traffic control lights. per sign.
B. Illumination by spotlights or floodlights may be al- 3. For churches, synagogues or similar institutional nonconformities lowed provided that no light emitted shines onto an ad- uses one freestanding sign not exceed 30 square feet 14 joining property or into the eyes of persons driving or per face or 60 total square feet, if back-to-back faces, walking upon any roadway or sidewalk. per sign. enforcement 15 C. Exposed incandescent lights shall not be used for 4. All allowed freestanding signs in R-1, R-2, UR-1, lighting outdoor signs (e.g., exposed light bulbs with- UR-2, and MH-1 districts shall have a height limit definitions
City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 4 of eight feet, and no portion of such sign, including and temperature messages, changeable copy (includ- base, support structure, or cabinet shall be located ing stationary, lighted cabinets designed for manual 1 within five feet of any street, highway, or alley right- changeable copy) or electronic messages, if they are general of-way. located on the structure above nine feet, and if they: i. Do not contain any flashing or strobe lights;
2 C. Permitted signs in Mixed Use districts. The fol-
admin. lowing signs shall be allowed in MU-1, MU-2, DTD, ii. Do not emit any sounds; processes StAD, MDTD, and CHD districts; all other signs are prohibited. iii. Do not present lighting effects that are unusually 3 1. All signs not prohibited by section 112-4. distracting to vehicles; and review authority 2. Two identification signs per apartment, town- iv. Do not cause the overall sign area per side to ex- ceed 125 square feet.
4 house, condominium or other multifamily residen-
zoning zoning tial development, not to exceed 30 square feet per districts 3. No portion of a freestanding sign, including base, face or 60 total square feet, if back to back, per sign. support structure, or cabinet, shall be located within
5 3. For commercial development, one freestanding five feet of any street, highway, or alley right-of-way. design
standards sign and one wall sign per premises each of which shall not exceed 12 square feet per face or 24 total 4. Wall signs shall be limited to a maximum size of two feet pet linearl foot of principal storefront façade,
6 square feet, if back-to-back faces, per sign. For com- mercial development which abuts a principal arteri- not to exceed 200 square feet per tenant. protection environment al or collector roadway, Jenks Avenue or Grace Ave- 5. One under-canopy sign per occupancy, not to ex- nue (see section 105-176), one freestanding sign and
7 ceed eight square feet in sign area. one wall sign per premises each of which shall not & buffering landscaping landscaping exceed 30 square feet per face or 60 total square feet, 6. Incidental signs not to exceed four square feet in if back-to-back faces, per sign. aggregate sign area per occupancy. 8 parking
& loading 4. All allowed freestanding signs shall have a height 7. The maximum permitted height for any on-premis- limit of eight feet and no portion of such sign, in- es sign shall be 45 feet above the grade of the adjacent cluding base, support structure, or cabinet shall be
9 street, except as regulated in the Overlay District(s).
public located within five feet of any street, highway, or al- improvements ley right-of-way or property line. 8. Projecting signs shall conform to the requirements of the Florida Building Code and shall be permitted
10 D. Permitted signs in General Commercial and Indus- only where a public sidewalk abuts the side of the
standards trial districts. The following signs shall be allowed in
supplemental building on which the projecting sign is affixed. GC-1, GC-2, LI, and HI districts, all others are prohib- ited. of land of for properties along the main corridors.> way are only allowed in GC-1, GC-2, LI, and HI dis- subdivision 1. All signs not prohibited in section 112-4. tricts, after obtaining approval in the form of a de- velopment order from the City and a valid building 12 2. Except for fruit stands, adult entertainment busi- section sign permit from the City’s Building Department. The standards nesses, and plaza signages which are regulated else- structure, including supports, pole covers and sign where, one on-premise freestanding sign is allowed panel cabinets, may not be taller than 30 feet and may per premise for a business which fronts on a public not be closer than five feet from any abutting right- 13 street, plus one additional freestanding sign for each of-way. Plaza signs shall consist of a top panel, not concurrency management additional abutting public street; provided, however, exceeding 75 square feet per face or 150 total square the square footage of all of said freestanding signs feet, if back-to-back faces are used, which identifies 14 shall not exceed 125 total square feet per face per the name of the complex or property owner and the nonconformities sign or 250 square feet per sign if using back-to-back street address of the complex. Individual fixed panels, faces. As part of one of said on-premise freestand- not exceeding, without a variance, a total square foot- ing signs fronting on a public street, it may include 15 age of 100 square feet per side face or 200 square feet an electrical code approved display which has time enforcement if using back-to-back faces, listing the names and ad- 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 5 vertisement information of the individual occupants and no portion of such sign, including base, support general of the complex, may be affixed below the top panel. structure, or cabinet shall be located within five feet 1 Individual occupant panels or tenant panels may not of any street, highway, or alley right-of-way. exceed 20 square feet per occupant per face or 40 total processes square feet, if back-to-back faces are used. Individ- 4. All public school signs shall be exempt from de- admin. ual panels may not have more than two displays on velopment order requirements; provided, however, 2 each facing. Plaza signs may be lighted and shall be that no portion of such sign, including base, support structure, or cabinet shall be located within five feet authority constructed in compliance with all applicable code review requirements and construction standards. If a com- of any street, highway, or alley right-of-way. 3 plex abuts more than one major street or highway, it 5. Directional signs, not to exceed two square feet may have one plaza sign abutting each major street districts per face or four total square feet if back-to-back fac- zoning or highway. Use of a plaza sign shall be in lieu of the es are used, may be located at points of ingress and 4 right of use of individual freestanding on-premises egress; however no portion of such signs, including signs by the occupants. standards base, support structure, or cabinet shall be located design 10. Directional signs, not to exceed two square feet within 5 feet of any street, highway, or alley right- 5 per face or four total square feet, if back-to-back fac- of-way. environment es are used, may be located at points of ingress and protection 6. Temporary banners as authorized in section 112- egress; provided, however no portion of such signs, 6 14.B. including base, support structure, or cabinet shall be located within five feet of any street, highway, or alley landscaping F. Permitted signs in the Downtown and Neighbor- & buffering right-of-way. hood Districts. The following sign standards shall ap- 7 ply to commercial uses in Downtown, Neighborhood 11. Temporary banners except as authorized in sec- Downtown, and Neighborhood General districts. tion 112-14.B. & loading Signs not identified within this section are prohibited. parking 8 12. Monument signs shall be the preferred sign used A. General Requirements. within each of the commercial districts. Monument 1. The maximum total signage area allocated for each building shall be two square feet (2 sq. ft.) per linear improvements signs shall not exceed 150 square feet per side face or public 300 total square feet, if back-to-back faces are used, foot of street facing building facade along a street 9 and no portion of such sign, including base, support frontage. structure, or cabinet shall be located within five feet 2. Buildings with a rear public entrance are allowed supplemental one flat wall sign to not exceed sixty square feet (60 sq. standards of any street, highway, or alley right-of-way. Monu- 10 ment signs shall sit directly on grade on a proper con- ft.) to be placed at the rear entrance. 3. Signs shall not obscure architectural details of the crete or similar material footings. Height for monu- subdivision ment signs shall be approved by the director, based on building. of land 11 reasonable safety concerns. 4. Materials. All permanent, on-premises signs maybe be constructed of a rigid, weatherable material such as section E. Permitted signs in Public Institutional and Recre- wood (painted or natural); metal (copper, brass, alu- standards sign ation districts. The following signs shall be allowed in minum, galvanized steel); painted / engraved directly 12 P/I, REC-1, and REC-2 districts, all others are prohib- on façade surface; glass; or hard plastic. Canvas may be management ited. used for awning material. Vinyl may be used for win- concurrency 1. All government signs. dows signs. 13 5. Exceptions to the regulations of this section for civic 2. For any non-governmental institutional use, one or institutional uses may be permitted by the Develop- nonconformities freestanding sign not to exceed 25 square feet per side ment Services Director. of sign area or 50 total square feet if back-to-back fac- 6. Exuberant or creative signage that does not fit the 14 es are used, and one wall sign not to exceed 25 square specific regulations of this section may be considered feet of wall area. by the Development Services Director, based on its enforcement merits, as it relates to the unique architectural qualities 15 3. All allowed freestanding signs in P/I, REC-1, and of a building, a building’s historical significance, civic REC-2 districts shall have a height limit of ten feet, prominence, or unique configuration of existing definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 6 conditions of a building, and the quality of design, C. Master Sign Plan Optional. A Master Sign Plan is construction, and durability of the sign. encouraged to be submitted by an owner for any other 1 7. Lighting and Illumination. project or development not previously listed above, but general i. Signs shall be externally lit from the front. Back which will include signs and will benefit from a cohe- lighting is permitted as an exception only for individ- sive signage plan. 2 ual letters or numbers (panelized back lighting is pro- admin. hibited). D. Record of Master Sign Plan. An approved Master processes ii. External light sources used to illuminate signs shall Sign Plan shall be retained in the office of the Depart- be placed close to, and directed onto the sign, and ment of Planning and Economic Development as part 3 shielded to minimize glare onto adjacent properties. of the file for the project, subdivision or development. review authority iii. Neon may be used for lettering or as an accent. E. Contents of Master Sign Plan. A Master Sign Plan, 4 which may be a written document or drawings adequate zoning zoning districts to depict the proposed signs, excluding temporary signs which shall follow the regulations of this ULDC, shall include: 5 1. General Location of Signs. Provide the proposed design standards general locations for freestanding signs on a lot (e.g., signs in a front sign zone, signs at a critical turning 6 point in an incidental sign zone, etc.) as well as the protection proposed location(s) for building signs on a building environment façade (e.g., over doors, over windows, on awnings, 7 etc.); & buffering landscaping landscaping 2. Types of Signs. Include an indication of the types of signs proposed (e.g., ground sign, post and arm 8 sign, individual channel letters, raceway mount, box parking & loading mount, painted, changeable copy signs, electronic variable message signs, etc.); 9 public 3. Materials. Include a listing of the materials pro- improvements posed for all sign structures and sign surfaces (e.g., [See Sign Type Specifications Chart - limestone base with bronze letters, routed aluminum Next Few Pages] 10 cabinet with plexiglass face, etc.); standards supplemental Sec. 112-12. – Master Sign Plan. 4. Size and Number of Signs. Indicate the maximum A. Intent of Master Sign Plan. A master sign plan is number and maximum size of proposed signs (e.g., 11 intended to promote consistency among signs within of land of maximum height, maximum width, maximum sign subdivision a development and enhance the compatibility of signs surface area, etc.); within the architectural and site design features of the 12 development. section 5. Style and Color. Indicate the proposed style and sign standards color pallet for all signs (e.g., letter colors, back- B. Master Sign Plan Required. A Master Sign Plan shall ground colors, and text font); be required for all projects which are required to file 13 a development plan as described herein including but 6. Illumination. Indicate the type of illumination, if concurrency management are not limited to: any integrated retail center, business any, proposed for all signs (e.g., internally illuminat- park and industrial park in any Commercial / Mixed ed, or external illumination with description of type 14 Use or Industrial district; and any planned unit de- of outdoor light fixture); velopment. A Master Sign Plan shall be filed and ap- nonconformities proved prior to the erection, location or placement of 7. Ornamental Structures. Include a description of any sign for such project or development. any ornamental structure (i.e., any wall or fence) 15 upon which a sign face is proposed to be placed; and, enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Awning Signs Width (max) 75% of i. Description. An awning sign is a type of building sign where graphics awning and symbols are painted, sewn, or otherwise adhered to the awning valence material as an integrated part of the awning itself. ii. A maximum of one sign is allowed per shopfront and the area must not Quantity 1 per cover more than 75% of the awning valence. shopfront iii. An awning sign may only be externally illuminated. Canopy Signs Thickness 9 in i. Description. A canopy sign is a type of building sign that is attached (max) above, below, or to the face of a canopy. ii. Canopy signs are limited to a maximum one sign per canopy face. Height (max) 2 ft iii. Signs must not extend outside the length or width of the canopy and must Width (max) 75% of not cover more than 75% of the canopy length or width. canopy iv. Depth of canopy signs must not exceed nine inches (9”). width v. Exposed raceways must not extend above height of letters. vi. Cabinet signs are not permitted on canopy signs. Quantity 1 per shopfront Window Signs Area (max) 25% of i. Description. A sign intended to be painted on, applied to, or displayed window area in, a storefront window or door area. ii. One window sign is permitted per shopfront. Quantity 1 per iii. A maximum of twenty-five percent (25%) of a window can be used for window window signs. Sidewalk Signs Area (max) 8 sf i. Description. Temporary sidewalk signs, such as A-frame sandwich boards, are signs placed within the public sidewalk displayed by retailers, Height (max) 4 ft restaurants, and cafes to advertise food or products sold within a business. Quantity 1 per ii. Sidewalk Signs shall be no larger than eight square feet (8 sf) per face and shopfront four feet (4 ft.) in height. iii. Sidewalk Signs shall be of quality design, materials and workmanship both to ensure the safety and convenience of users, and to enhance the visual and aesthetic quality of the urban environment. iv. Sidewalk Signs are permitted on the public sidewalk adjacent to a busi- ness, must maintain a clear sidewalk path of a minimum dimension of five feet (5 ft.), and must be removed from the sidewalk when the establishment is closed for business. v. The number of signs shall be limited to one per sidewalk per street-level business frontage. vi. Sidewalk Signs shall not be placed within three feet (3 ft.) of an adjacent property line. A .20 B. Sign Type Specifications. Wall Signs Area (max) 60 sf i. Description. A wall sign is a building sign that is attached flat to, mounted away from but parallel to, or painted on the building facade. Thickness 9 in ii. One wall sign is permitted per each street-facing building frontage. (max) iii. Wall signs shall either be located above the storefront or at least twelve Quantity 1 per inches (12”) from any eave, edge of building, or top of parapet. shopfront iv. Wall signs must not project more than nine inches (9”) from the building face. v. Wall signs that are painted on the wall surface are eligible for a 200% bonus in area with approval of the Development Services Director. Projecting and Blade Signs Area (max) 12 sf i. Description. A projecting sign is a type of building sign that projects outward from the facade, typically at a ninety-degree angle. Projecting 18 in Thickness signs are typically, but not always, vertically oriented, attached at two (max) points, and generally mounted above the first floor. A blade sign is a type Height (max) 6 ft of sign mounted on a building facade, typically affixed at one point, and Width (max) 5 ft projected perpendicular to the normal flow of pedestrian traffic. ii. Only one projecting sign up to twelve square feet (12 sf) is permitted per Quantity 1 per street-facing building front. Projecting signs mounted at the corner count shopfront for both street frontage/building elevations. iii. Multiple projecting signs or blade signs of six square feet (6 sf) or less are permitted on one building side, but must be located below the second story windowsill. iv. Maximum distance from building wall must not exceed one foot and six inches (1’-6”). v. Projecting signs shall not extend more than six feet (6 ft.) from the building wall and within two feet of the curb line. vi. Maximum height of projecting sign shall be no greater than six feet (6 ft.) and extend no more than four feet (4 ft.) above eave or parapet of building. vii. Signs must be stabilized so as not to swing. Signs must have a minimum clearance from the sidewalk of eight feet (8 ft.). Hanging Signs Area (max) 6 sf i. Description. A hanging sign is typically attached to the underside of a soffit or awning, or projects outward, typically at a ninety-degree angle, Thickness 6 in. and hangs from a bracket or support that is located over or near a (max) building entrance. Height (max) 3 ft ii. One sign per shopfront allowed. Width (max) 4 ft iii. Signs shall not exceed six square feet (6 sf) in area and shall have an eight foot (8 ft.) minimum clearance from the sidewalk. Quantity 1 per iv. Hanging signs cannot exceed four feet (4 ft.) in width and six inches (6 shopfront in.) in thickness. v. Hanging signs should be mounted so that they do not swing. 6-8 Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 9 8. Landscaping. Include, at a minimum, a typical Sec. 112-14. - Temporary signs. general landscape plan for freestanding signs. All freestand- A. Signs that meet the standards of this subsection are 1 ing signs shall be provided with a landscaped area at exempt from the standards for permanent signs and least equal to the sign surface area of the sign. Land- are not counted in the total square footage of signage processes scaping may include any size or variety of annuals, allowed on any particular property or site. admin. perennials, ornamental grasses, hedge plants, or trees. 2 B. Temporary banners: Temporary banners are subject 9. Waiver of Sign Regulations. Indicate the request of to the following regulations: authority review all waivers to the sign regulations that have been re- 1. In all residential zones, temporary banners are 3 quested, if any, in association with the Master Sign not permitted on sites with houses, duplexes, and Plan and clearly denote any and all modifications to attached houses. districts the allowed sign surface areas in each sign zone, the zoning increase or decrease in the height or width of signs, 2. In non-residential zones, one banner no larger 4 and any other modifications that affect sign regula- than thirty-two square feet in size is permitted per standards tions regulated by the Master Sign Plan. property or, on a multi-use property, per storefront. design Only one of these banners may be hung on each 5 F. Individual Sign Approval. Prior to the issuance of building wall or on each separate structure. a building permit for the placement of a sign, all pro- i. In no case may a site or storefront have more environment protection posed sign plans shall be reviewed for conformity with than two temporary banners. the Master Sign Plan and all applicable provisions of 6 this ULDC. If a proposed sign conforms to the regula- 3. A temporary banner may be displayed no longer landscaping tions of this ULDC and the guidelines of the approved than 90 days per calendar year. & buffering Master Sign Plan, such sign shall be authorized. No sign 7 C. Grand Opening Sign. A grand opening sign not ex- which does not conform to the guidelines of a Master ceeding 32-square feet of sign face area or eight feet in Sign Plan and this ULDC shall be erected, located or & loading height, provided that such sign shall not be displayed parking placed on a property. 8 for more than 30 days during any 12 consecutive cal- G. Amendment. A Master Sign Plan may be amended endar months. improvements by submitting a Revised Master Sign Plan for consider- public D. A sign for a premises that has no permanent sign 9 ation and determination. Upon approval of a Revised provided that such temporary sign shall not exceed 32 Master Sign Plan, the Revised Master Sign Plan shall square feet in sign face area nor eight feet in height. have the same force and effect as an approved Master supplemental Such sign shall be displayed for a period of 45 days or standards Sign Plan. 10 until installation of a permanent sign, whichever shall H. Pre-Existing Projects. For projects which were ap- occur first. subdivision subdivision proved or developed prior to the effective date of the of land E. Temporary non-commercial signs displayed before, 11 requirements of this ULDC for a Master Sign Plan, the during or after an event or occurrence sceduled to take Director shall review applications for individual free- place at a specific time and place. Such signs are per- section standing signs or building signs for consistency with standards mitted in all zoning districts and shall not exceed 32 sign other signs within the project or in the immediate area. 12 square feet in sign face or eight feet in height. All such A development order permit for the proposed sign shall signs shall be removed within 10 days after the end of management only be issued if the Director finds that the proposed concurrency the scheduled event or occurrence to which they re- sign is consistent and compatible with other signs with- 13 late. in the project or the immediate area. Sec. 112-15. - Nonconforming on-premises signs. nonconformities Sec. 112-13. - Portable signs. All portable signs are A. Nonconforming status of on-premises signs. Any prohibited, except those used for humorous announce- 14 on-premises sign which existed and was maintained in ments or governmental purposes or special church good order on the effective date of this Unified Land services, approved by the City Manager or his desig- enforcement Development Code, and which does not conform to nee, for a period not to exceed one week, one time per 15 the provisions of this chapter is declared nonconform- year. ing. definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 10 B. Events terminating status. business licenses. 1. Except as provided in F.S. § 70.20, nonconforming 1 on-premises signs may be legally maintained and 4. No applications for variances shall be accepted by general continued in use except as specified in section 112- the City for consideration after the effective date of 17.E until the earlier of the following events occurs this chapter unless based on the strict requirements 2 or unless it is a prohibited sign: of section 112-17.F. admin. i. Discontinued use. Where a nonconforming processes C. Maintenance and repair. Nonconforming signs shall on-premises sign is abandoned or discontinued be subject to all provisions of this chapter regarding for a period of six consecutive months, the exis- 3 safety, maintenance and repair. tence of the legal nonconforming use shall termi- review authority nate and said sign shall thereafter be considered D. Removal and impoundment of prohibited signs. an illegal sign subject to removal as specified in 1. The City Manager or his designee shall have the 4 section 112-17.E. authority to remove all signs, without notice to the zoning zoning districts owners thereof, prohibited by this law, and to im- ii. Change of ownership. Where there is a change pound them for a period of 30 days. The owner or in ownership or other transfer of an interest in the 5 person entitled to possession of a sign impounded design real property on which the legal nonconforming standards may recover same prior to the expiration of the 30- on-premises sign is located, the legal noncon- day impoundment period upon the payment to the forming use shall terminate and said sign shall 6 City of the costs incurred in impounding such sign, thereafter be considered an illegal sign subject to protection including Attorney’s fees. In the event any sign is not environment removal as specified in section 112-17.E. so claimed within 30 days, the City Manager or his designee may dispose of the sign in the same manner 7 iii. Change of text. Where there is a change of text on the copy. as surplus or abandoned City property. & buffering landscaping landscaping iv. Damaged, destroyed. The sign is damaged or 2. Any person who violates any provision of this law is 8 destroyed more than 50 % of its value. guilty of an offense and upon conviction thereof, shall parking & loading be punishable as provided by section 115-5. Each per- v. Prohibited. The sign becomes a prohibited sign. son shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for every day the violation of this law is continued or per- 9 public 2. A legal nonconforming on-premises sign may mitted to continue. improvements not be relocated, moved, enlarged, made higher or lower, or altered in any way, and no additional faces 3. Any permit issued through mistake of fact or law 10 including vinyl or other material coverings may be shall confer no right upon the permitted and such standards added thereto, unless otherwise expressly provided permit shall be revoked by the City Manager or his supplemental herein. However, such signs may be maintained and designee upon discovery of such mistake, and the repaired. The limited change of a face panel, without sign for which the permit was obtained shall be cor- 11 of land of one of the other additional prohibited modifications rected or removed immediately by the owner or per- subdivision listed above (i.e. B.1a. or B.1.b. or B.1.c. or B.1.d. or son entitled to possession thereof. B.1.e.), may be authorized by the director. Repairs 12 section 4. Any sign erected or displayed in violation of the sign for or to nonconforming signs shall be approved by standards the director prior to any repair being made. provisions of this law or other applicable provisions of this Unified Land Development Code of the City is 3. The owner and sign contractor shall be jointly and deemed to be a public nuisance subject to abatement 13 severally responsible for notifying the department as provided by law. This remedy is cumulative and in concurrency management of land use and code enforcement when one of the addition to any other remedy available to the City un- above events (i.e. B.1.a. or B.1.b.) occurs involving der this or any other law 14 a legal nonconforming on-premises sign. Failure to 5. In addition to other remedies, the City Manager or nonconformities do so coupled with an attempt to change face panels or otherwise modify such sign shall be punishable his designee, through the City Attorney, may institute any appropriate action or procedure to bring about 15 as determined reasonable by the City’s code enforce- compliance with any of the provisions of this law. enforcement ment board magistrate, including revocation of all 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 11 Sec. 112-16. Sign Design Guidelines / Sign Illustra- D. Murals may only be placed directly on unimproved general tions. concrete, concrete block, brick, or metal façades. How- 1 A. The City shall maintain sign design guidelines / ever, should the applicant desire to have a mural con- sign illustrations that illustrate the purpose, design structed off-site in moveable panels to be installed on processes principles, and contents to emulate in the different said façade, the attachment of said panels must com- admin. signs allowed in this chapter. Generally the examples ply with applicable building codes, subject to required 2 will indicate design principles to be followed permits and inspection; must not cover window or authority through some aspects, as noted in text descriptions, door openings unless properly sealed in compliance review may not be exemplary in all cases. Applicants shall, with applicable building codes, the attachment devic- 3 subject to the provisions of this chapter, design and es must not compromise the structural integrity of the install signs that are equal to or better than the ex- surface to which the panels are attached, and said pan- districts zoning amples and illustrations that will be maintained els must be securely attached to prevent failure due to 4 in the sign design guidelines/sign illustrations. weather conditions, vandalism or age. standards Sec. 112-17. Murals. E. Murals shall be maintained in good repair, free from design A. Intent for Murals. The intent of this section is to peeling paint or damage due to age, weather, vandal- 5 regulate the location, construction and manner of ism or the like. Failure to maintain a mural in good re- environment display of murals in order to preserve the aesthetic pair may result in notification by a Code Enforcement protection appeal of the City and to promote appropriate visual Officer and, if necessary, appropriate enforcement ac- 6 expression by defining what constitutes a mural and tion by the City, including recovery of related expenses for enforcement. landscaping to provide penalties for violation of the provisions & buffering thereof. To achieve its intended purpose, this section F. Prior to installation of a Mural, the property own- 7 has the following objectives: er or tenant (with written permission of the property owner) shall apply at the Planning Department. The & loading 1. Differentiate between signs, graffiti and murals; parking application shall be reviewed for compliance with this 8 2. Prevent visual expression that may be offensive, section. is of a political or religious nature or is derogatory; improvements G. Murals shall not contain words (in any language), public and symbols or representations that are obscene, offensive, 9 3. Encourage the design and placement of private of a political nature or are derogatory. supplemental murals for public display that promote or enhance standards H. The City Commission, at it’s discretion, may desig- the character and history of the City. 10 nate a three person review committee consisting of the City Manager (or designee), Planning Director and B. Murals (see definitions section of this ULDC) are subdivision allowed only in the following zoning districts, subject the CRA Director to review mural design for compli- of land 11 to the restrictions set forth in this section: ance with this section. The committee, at its discretion, may refer the mural design to the Planning Board for section 1. General Commercial-2 (GC-2); further review. standards sign 12 2. All CRA Districts including Downtown, St. I. If the proposed design or representation is deter- Andrews, Millville, and Downtown North; and management mined to be a sign, the applicant shall comply with concurrency all further review and requirements of Chapter 112 13 3. Downtown Districts (DTD, MDTD, StAD and before creating or installing the sign. CHD). nonconformities C. Murals may not be placed on the primary façade J. The applicant shall comply with all requirements 14 of the structure. Exceptions can be applied for, reviewed of this section and be issued a development order by the committee, and approved when the before creating or installing the mural. nature of the business is creative, artistic or some enforcement other special circumstance is presented. K. A Mural shall not count as a Sign nor figure into 15 the allowable Sign area. definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 12 L. Any licensed, copyrighted, or trademarked charac- facing of a sign structure. Signs may be placed back- terscharacters or likenesses used on any murals must to-back but shall not have more than 2 displays on 1 have permission from the holder or owner of the li- each facing. general cense, copyright or trademark. D. Spacing requirements. 2 Sec. 112-18. - Off-premises signs (outdoor advertis- 1. An off-premises outdoor advertising billboard sign, admin. ing billboards). whether single faced, 2 faced, back to back, V-faced, processes A. Scope. This section shall apply to off-premises tri-visioned, or digital, may not be established with- signs which advertise an activity, business or service in 1,500 feet of any other off-premises outdoor bill- 3 not usually conducted on or from the premises upon board advertising sign, measured on the same side of review authority which the sign is located. Such off-premises signs in- the street. A tri-vision sign may only have 2 tri-vi- clude: Single faced; 2 faced, back to back; V-faced; sion back-to-back faces per location, or may have 4 tri-visioned, and digital. one standard billboard face on the reverse side (i.e. zoning zoning districts back-to-back construction). Notwithstanding the B. Location restrictions. foregoing, off-premises outdoor billboard signs may 1. Off-premise signs shall be allowed only on prop- not be placed closer than 125 feet from an area zoned 5 erties within the City which are both: design for residential use.) standards i. Adjacent to U.S. Highway 231, 15th Street, U.S. Highway 98 (not Bus. 98), 23rd Street, Highway 2. Governmental and on-premises signs, as well as 6 390, and Highway 77, and any other sign which does not constitute an outdoor protection advertising sign as defined herein, are excluded from environment ii. In GC, LI or HI districts, and as otherwise re- subsection D.1 of this section. stricted by this Chapter. 7 3. No off-premises sign shall exceed a height of 50 feet & buffering landscaping landscaping 2. Off-premises signs are prohibited in the following at its highest point. Such measurement shall be made areas: from the ground level, at the base of the sign supports 8 i. St. Andrew Historic Neighborhood Overlay, or from the pavement level of the street to which it parking & loading ii. Downtown CRA faces, whichever is higher. The minimum clearance iii. Downtown North CRA, shall be ten feet from the bottom of the sign face to iv. Millville CRA, and 9 grade. public v. St. Andrews CRA improvements E. General sign restrictions and limitations for off-prem- C. Size of off-premises billboard signs. ises signs (billboards). 10 1. On the federal-aid highway system (U.S. 231, U.S. 1. Off-premises signs shall not be permitted at any loca- standards 98, Business 98), size shall conform to the require- supplemental tion abutting any street within 300 feet of any property ments of any agreement entered into by the state used for public parks, public schools, church, court- and the U.S. Secretary of Transportation and comply house, city hall or public museum abutting on the same 11 of land of with state law. street. subdivision 2. The maximum area for any one sign face shall be 2. No portion of off-premises signs, including base, sup- 12 section 10 feet, 6 inches (10.6’) by 36 feet, inclusive of any sign port structure, or cabinet shall be located within 5 feet standards border and trim, but excluding the base or apron, of any street, highway, or alley right-of-way. supports and other structural member. A back- to-back sign shall be authorized to have 2 faces. A 3. No sign shall be constructed which resembles any 13 V-shaped sign shall be authorized to have 2 faces. official marker erected by the city, state, or any govern- concurrency management Each advertising graphic, which alternately face in mental agency, or which by reason of position, shape, or one direction, shall be considered to constitute a face color would conflict with the proper functioning of any 14 of a tri-vision sign; therefore, a tri-vision sign is au- traffic sign or signal. nonconformities thorized to have 3 faces, all of which shall face in the 4. All signs shall be constructed in accordance with the same direction. prevailing building and electrical code, and as specified 15 in section 112-16. 3. The maximum size limitations shall apply to each enforcement 5. All signs shall be maintained in good and safe struc- 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 13 tural condition. The painted portions of outdoor adver- ber in existence or lawfully permitted by the City on general tising signs shall be periodically repainted and kept in the effective date of this ordinance, and may be less. 1 good condition. Should the number of off-premises billboard signs 6. No sign or part thereof shall be located on any prop- ever decrease, it shall not thereafter be increased. processes erty without the written consent of the property owner. admin. 5. No off-premises billboard sign or associated sign 2 7. The general area in the vicinity of any ground sign structure may be enlarged or made higher, and no on undeveloped property must be kept free and clear additional faces may be added thereto, unless oth- authority review of sign materials, weeds, debris, trash and other refuse. erwise expressly provided herein. Each off-premises 3 billboard sign and any associated sign structure may F. Limitation on new off-premises signs (billboards). be maintained, repaired and replaced in substantial- districts 1. By January 1, 2020, all owners or contractors hav- ly the same location, and the content or copy thereof zoning ing control over existing off-premises signs (herein- changed, at any time. Adding one or more alternat- 4 after referred to as “billboards”) shall provide to the ing faces to an existing face through mechanically standards City’s Planning Department an inventory of all of its or electrically operated louvers or devices (so called design existing billboards located within the city limits of multi-vision or tri-vision signs or the like) is de- 5 Panama City. Said inventory shall include an address, clared to be an enlargement which is not permitted, site location map, description of the sign’s dimen- environment unless otherwise expressly provided herein. protection sions and height, photograph of each billboard, and the approved permit fee. Any signs not included in 6. In the event that any off-premises billboard sign 6 said inventory become illegal signs after January 1st or associated sign structure which is erected or dis- landscaping and subject to the provisions for removal of the same. played within 1,500 feet of any other off-premises & buffering i. Upon verification of the information reported sign, measured on the same side of the street, is vol- 7 in the inventory and receipt of the permit fee, said untarily or involuntarily removed from service in billboard shall be registered as part of the City’s ap- whole or in part because such sign or sign structure: & loading parking parking proved billboards. i. Is dismantled, taken down, removed, or cov- 8 ered or obscured in majority part for a period of ii. Each billboard permit shall be renewed annually. 60 days in any 90-day period, it shall become an improvements If not renewed within 90 days of the renewal date, illegal sign and together with any associated sign public an additional late fee shall be assessed up to a peri- structure, be removed. 9 od of six months. ii. Is damaged by fire, wind, flood or other sudden supplemental iii. If after six months, the account is not up to date, standards casualty and the cost to paint and repair such sign 10 then such sign shall become an illegal sign, and, (including the sign structure) equals or exceeds together with any associated sign structure, be re- 50% of the cost to replace such sign then such sign subdivision moved, and the total number of off-premises per- (sometimes called a lost sign) shall become an il- of land 11 mitted in the City shall be reduced by one and no legal sign and together with any associated sign replacement sign or additional, mechanical or elec- structure, be removed. section trical face shall be permitted. standards sign iii. In the event that 2 off-premises signs within 12 2. No new off-premises billboard signs may be con- 1,500 feet of each other, measured on the same side structed within the City limits after December 31, management of the street, are so taken out of service at substan- concurrency 1998, except in compliance with the terms and provi- tially the same time or by reason of materially the 13 sions of this chapter. same event, the older sign shall be given priority to rebuild at the same location if that is an option. 3. All off-premises signs lawfully classified as non- nonconformities 7. The owner of a lost sign or the owner’s assignee, conforming signs on the effective date of this ordi- 14 after duly recording a transfer of the assignment nance are hereby declared to be legal nonconforming with the City, but no other, shall be entitled to re- off-premises signs. place the lost sign with a replacement sign elsewhere enforcement 4. The total number of legal off-premises billboard in the City, provided: 15 signs within the City shall not exceed the total num- i. Such lost sign and associated sign structure has definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 14 been removed at no public expense, and ii. Such replacement sign is no larger or higher ii. The aggregate square footage of the additional 1 than the lost sign it is replacing and contains the mechanical or electrical face does not exceed the general same or lesser number of faces which are the same difference between the (x) aggregate square foot- or smaller in size than the corresponding faces of age of the faces of the one or more lost signs, which 2 the lost sign it is replacing (notwithstanding the such owner or assignee has lawfully elected to con- admin. foregoing, the City Commission may grant a vari- vert to multi-vision or tri-vision or the like, and (y) processes ance to permit or require such replacement sign to the aggregate of such square footage previously so be erected or displayed higher than the lost sign converted; and 3 it is replacing—but not to exceed the maximum review authority allowed by law—whenever a literal enforcement iii. The fee is paid and a permit is issued for the al- of the transferred height limitation would result in teration of such off-premises sign, and the enlarged 4 an unnecessary hardship on the owner of the re- off-premises sign complies with this Unified Land zoning zoning districts placement sign or the owners of property adjoin- Development Code and all other applicable state ing the replacement sign), and and local laws. 5 9. The minimum distance between off-premises signs design iii. Such replacement sign is erected or displayed standards within no less than 1,500 feet of any other legal shall be measured on the same side of the street. An off-premises sign, measured on the same side of off-premises sign shall be deemed to be located on the 6 the street. street nearest the sign. protection environment iv. Such replacement sign may not be closer than 10. In the event that any off-premises sign shall be- come an abandoned sign or a dilapidated sign, then 7 125 feet from an area zoned for residential use, and such sign shall become an illegal sign, and, together & buffering landscaping landscaping v. Such residential sign is not erected or displayed with any associated sign structure, be removed, and less than 125 feet from any area zoned for residen- the total number of off-premises permitted in the 8 tial use, and City shall be reduced by one and no replacement sign parking & loading or additional, mechanical or electrical face shall be vi. The fee is paid and permit is issued for the erec- permitted. tion or display of such replacement sign, and such 9 public replacement sign complies with this Unified Land 11. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the total number improvements Development Code, and all other applicable state of off-premises billboard signs permitted within the and local law, and City shall be increased by the number of off-prem- 10 ises sign located upon unincorporated territory an- standards vii. Such replaced sign is constructed and fully op- supplemental nexed into the City after the effective date of this -re erational within 12 months after the lost sign was vised chapter, and each such sign shall be treated as removed from service. any other off-premises billboard sign within the City 11 of land of provided that it was in full compliance with all ap- subdivision In the event that a lost sign is not timely replaced plicable Bay County zoning and sign regulations at (within 12 months), the total number of off-prem- the time of annexation. Conversely, the total number 12 section ises sign permitted in the City shall be reduced by sign of off-premises billboard signs permitted within the standards one. City shall be decreased by the number of off-premises 8. As an alternative to replacing a lost sign, the own- billboard signs located upon incorporated territory 13 er of a lost sign, or the owner’s assignee, after duly that is deannexed into Bay County, Florida. concurrency management recording a transfer of the assignment with the City, 12. The City may permit a new off-premises digital but no other, shall be entitled to add one mechani- billboard sign provided that for every one square feet of new space permitted, the permittee will remove 14 cally or electrically operated alternating face (some- times called a multi-vision sign or tri-vision sign three (3) square feet of space (of traditional or old nonconformities to the face of an existing legal off-premises sign for off-premises billboard signs) from the City. each face of the lost sign, provided: 15 G. Changeable messages on new digital off-premises i. Such lost sign and any associated sign structure enforcement billboard signs. A permit shall be granted for an auto- has been removed at no public expense; 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 112 - SIGN STANDARDS Page 12 - 15 matic changeable facing, provided: ing agency label permanently affixed. general 1. The static display time for each message is at least 1 six seconds; Sec. 112-20. - Administration and enforcement. A. Administration. The director shall be authorized to processes 2. The time to completely change from one message administer and carry out all provisions of this chap- admin. to the next is a maximum of two seconds; ter, unless otherwise specified. Building inspection 2 or code enforcement officials are empowered, upon 3. The change of the message occurs simultaneously presentation of proper credentials, to enter or inspect authority for the entire sign face; review any building, structure, or premises in the City for the 3 purpose of inspection of a sign and its structural com- 4. The application meets all other permitting require- ponents and electrical connections to ensure compli- districts ments; and zoning ance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Such in- 4 5. All signs with changeable messages shall contain a spections shall be carried out during normal business hours except in cases of emergency. default design that will ensure no flashing, intermit- standards tent message, or any other apparent movement is dis- design B. Application for approval. Application for approval 5 played should a malfunction occur. to erect, alter, or relocate a sign shall be made to the director upon a form provided by the City and shall environment Sec. 112-19. - Construction standards. protection include the following information: A. Anchoring. 6 1. No sign shall be suspended by non-rigid attach- 1. Name and address of the owner of the sign. landscaping ments that will allow the sign to swing in a wind. & buffering 2. Street address and legal description of the proper- 2. All freestanding signs shall have self-supporting ty on which the sign is to be located, along with the 7 structures erected on or permanently attached to name and address of the property owner. 3. The type of sign structure as defined in this chap- & loading concrete foundations. parking ter. 8 B. Wind loads. All signs shall be designed and con- structed to meet the wind loading requirements as set 4. A site plan showing the proposed location of the sign along with the locations and square footage ar- improvements forth in the Florida Building Code. All signs of 25 feet public or more in overall height shall bear the seal of a regis- eas of all signs existing on the same premises. 9 tered engineer. 5. Scale drawings showing the materials, design, di- supplemental mensions, structural supports, and electrical com- standards C. Additional construction specifications. 10 1. No signs shall be erected, constructed, or main- ponents of the proposed sign. tained that would obstruct any fire escape, required C. Approval or denial. The director shall approve or subdivision exit, window or door opening used as a means of of land deny the application within ten days after a complet- 11 egress. ed application is received and all applicable fees have been paid. If approved by the City, the applicant must section 2. No sign shall be attached in any form, shape or standards also obtain a building permit from the City’s Building sign manner which will interfere with any opening re- 12 quired for ventilation. Department before the sign can be erected or con- structed on the premises. management 3. Signs shall be located in such a way as to maintain concurrency horizontal and vertical clearance of all overhead elec- D. Approval conditions. Any approval issued by the 13 trical conductors in accordance with Florida Building director becomes null and void if work is not com- Code specifications. menced within six months of the date of issuance, nonconformities unless extended. If work is suspended or abandoned 14 4. All signs containing electrical components shall for six months, the approval shall expire and become be constructed according to the specifications of the null and void. If any sign is installed or placed on any Florida Building Code as well as the specifications of property prior to the receipt of approval, the sign, in- enforcement Underwriters’ Laboratories or other approved testing cluding any embellishments, poles, and supporting 15 agency. All such signs shall have a clearly visible test- structures, shall be removed. If any alteration, addi- tion, or enlargement is made without any required ap- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Unified Land Development Code 12 - 16 proval, such alteration, addition, or enlargement shall strict application of this chapter would result in prac- be removed. No variance from these provisions shall tical difficulty or unnecessary hardship that would 1 be granted. deprive the owner of the reasonable use of the land general E. Repair and removal of signs. or building. 1. If upon inspection, the City finds that a sign is 2 abandoned or structurally, materially, or electrically 2. Special circumstances or conditions apply to the admin. defective, or in any way endangers the public, the di- land or building for which the variance is sought, processes rector shall issue a written order to the owner of the which circumstances or conditions are peculiar to sign and occupant of the premises stating the nature such land or buildings and do not apply generally to 3 of the violation and prohibiting the use of sign and land or buildings in the neighborhood, and that said review authority directing its repair or removal within 30 days of the circumstances or conditions are such that the strict date of the order. application of the provisions of this chapter would de- 4 prive the applicant of the reasonable use of such land zoning zoning districts 2. In cases of emergency, the City Manager may or building, and cause the immediate removal of a dangerous or de- fective sign without notice where the sign presents a 3. The granting of the variance is necessary for the 5 reasonable use of the land or building and the vari- design hazard to the public safety. standards ance as granted is the minimum variance that will ac- 3. The City Manager may cause the removal of an complish this purpose. 6 illegal or unsafe sign in case of emergency, or for fail- protection ure to comply with the orders of removal, relocation environment or repair, or upon determination that the sign has 7 been abandoned for a period of six months. After the removal or demolition of the sign, written notice & buffering landscaping landscaping shall be mailed to the sign owner stating the date and nature of the work performed and demanding pay- 8 ment of costs incurred as certified by the City Clerk. parking & loading Removal of a sign shall include the removal of any embellishments, poles, and supporting structures. 9 public 4. If the amount specified in the notice is not paid improvements within 30 days of the notice, it shall become an as- sessment lien against the sign and the property on 10 which it is located and subject to enforcement of the standards supplemental City in the same manner as other liens. 5. The owner of the property upon which the sign is 11 of land of located shall be presumed to be the owner of all signs subdivision thereon unless facts to the contrary are brought to the attention of the City. 12 section sign standards F. Variances. Any request for a variance from the strict application of the requirements of this chapter shall 13 be made in accordance with section 102-81 and this subsection. It is the intent of this subsection to impose concurrency management an elevated standard to be applied to a request for a variance, which elevated standard shall be, in addition 14 to the requirements of section 102-81. A variance from nonconformities the application of the strict requirements of this chap- ter will not be granted unless: 15 1. Due to exceptional physical conditions, such as enforcement exceptionally irregular, narrow, shallow or steep lots, 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 113 - CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT Page 13 - 1 CHAPTER 113 – CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT teed in an enforceable agreement which requires the general SYSTEM commencement of the actual construction of facil- 1 ities or the provision of services within one year of Sec. 113-1. Concurrency Management. The City here- the issuance of the applicable development order. An processes by adopts a concurrency management system to ensure enforceable development agreement may include, admin. that public facilities and services needed to support de- but is not limited to, development agreements pur- 2 velopment are available concurrent with the impacts of suant to F.S. § 163.3220, or an agreement or develop- authority such developments. In determining the availability of ment order issued pursuant to F.S. Ch. 380. review services or facilities, a developer may propose, and the 3 City may approve, developments in stages or phases so C. Transportation. Levels of service standards and generation rates for transportation systems or facilities that facilities and services needed for each phase will be districts zoning available in accordance with the standards required by shall be as follows: 4 (A), (B), (C), and (D) of this section. 1. Levels of service for transportation systems or facilities shall be based upon the functional classifi- standards A. Potable water, sanitary sewer, solid waste, and drain- cations of roadways. Volume and capacity standards design age. The following standards shall be met to satisfy the used by the Florida Dept. of Transportation shall be 5 concurrency requirement: used to determine projected impacts. Level of ser- environment 1. The necessary facilities and services are in place at vice standards are shown in Table 113.1. protection the time a development permit is issued; or, 6 Table 113-1—Roadway Levels of Service Standards 2. A development order permit is issued subject to landscaping the condition that the necessary facilities and services Functional & buffering will be in place when the impacts of the development Classification 7 occur; or, Urban Peak Hour Level of & loading Service parking 3. The necessary facilities are under construction at 8 the time a permit is issued; or, US 98 (SR 30) Hathaway Maintain and Improve Bridge to Beck Avenue 4. The necessary facilities and services are guaran- Business 98 (SR 30) Bch. E improvements public teed in an enforceable development agreement that Dr. to Hamilton Ave. 9 includes the provisions of (A)(1), (A)(2) or (A)(3) of All other principal D this section. An enforceable development agreement arterials supplemental may include, but is not limited to, development agree- standards Minor arterials E 10 ments pursuant to F.S. § 163.3220, or an agreement or development order issued pursuant to F.S. Ch. 380. Collectors E subdivision subdivision The agreement must guarantee that the necessary fa- Local streets E of land cilities and services will be in place when the impacts 11 of the development occur. 2. Generation rates for roadways shall use the ITE Trip Generation Manual, most recent version, unless standards sign B. Recreation and open space. The City shall satisfy the otherwise agreed upon by the planning official and 12 concurrency requirement by complying with the stan- city engineer. Such agreement must be received in dards in subparagraphs (A)(1), (A)(2), (A)(3) or (A)(4), writing by the planning official. management section or by ensuring that the following standards will be met: concurrency 1. At the time the development order permit is issued, D. Public school facilities. The level of service standard 13 the necessary facilities and services are the subject of for public school facilities is determined jointly by a binding executed contract which provides for the all statutorily nonexempt local government agencies nonconformities commencement of the actual construction of the re- within Bay County, in consensus with the Bay District 14 quired facilities, or the provision of services within School Board. Levels of service and generation rates for public school facilities shall be as follows: one year of the issuance of the development order enforcement 1. The level of service standard for determination permit; or, 15 of capacity for public schools shall be as depicted 2. The necessary facilities and services are guaran- in table 113.2. The Bay District School Board is re- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section 13 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL or facility: to service the tions. The following requirements shall prevail specific comprehensive plan and land the development regula below standards adoptedfall the level of of service the not 103-5shall listed insection facilities and services ities. - capac and facilities 113-2. - AdequateSec. services FISH—Florida Inventory of Houses School Chapter 113- eration Rates eration Table Facilities Student 113-3—PublicSchool Gen boundaries. trict Student by assessed impacts schoolfamily be shall dis ing type. of students generated 9through (grades 12)by dwell- and school students high at 31%of total the number number of students generated 6through (grades 8); schoolstudents 5);middle K thru at 23%of total the % of total the number of students generated (grades The analysiscalculate elementary shall students at 46 Standardsvice Table of Ser Facilities Level 113-2—PublicSchool Mobile Homes Type of Dwelling Middle Middle Type of School Condominiums Multifamily Homes - Apartments Multifamily Homes - Single-Family Homes Elementary acquired by city the prior to issuance of acertificate 2. The acreage forparkbe dedicated be shall space or occupancy. place at of time the issuance the of certificate the of and facilities, and stormwater systems in be shall sewer,1. Sanitary waste, solid potable water supply 113.3. pacity for public as depicted schoolsbe inTable shall 2. Student generation rates for determination of ca capacity. sponsible for annual the reporting of available FISH The availability of public facilities to include all CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT 0.5053 Rates Generation 100% of FISH capacity 100% of FISH capacity of Service Level 0.0106 0.2706 0.3047 100% of FISH capacity - - - - - consistent with following the conditions: automatic capacity enhancing improvement projects ered instead of typical roadway the widening and Alternative examined be and will methods consid- impacts and mitigation through alternative means. addressOverlay shall District transportation their projects located within Infill the Redevelopment / tation concurrency. Development and redevelopment ment exempt be Overlayshall District from transpor 4. Development located within Infill/Redevelop the - developmentthe order is issued. opted mobility fee.paidbe This shall timefee the at mobilityed plan City the assess shall ad- the districts transportation concurrency fair-share fees. In adopt- of an adopted mobility plan, City the not shall assess However, for sites those located within boundary the developmentthe that result will in traffic generation. building for permit or uses to structures pertaining within 3yearsstruction afterthe issuance the firstof velopment in place or be shall under con actual - 3. Transportation de new to serve facilities needed ance of development the order. er’s fair share committed be shall no later than issu of occupancy, or amount funds inthe of develop the limited to following: the b. Mitigation measure(s) may include, but not be multi-modalporting objectives and policies. transportation impacts through mechanisms sup Redevelopment mitigate Overlayshall District a. Development/redevelopment within Infill/ the approved by City the options and inter-modal connections as may be viii. Any other measures increasewhich mobility vii. Streetscape Improvements vi. Improvements Connectivity v. Lighting Improvements iv. Bicycle Improvements iii. Bus Shelter/Transit Stop Improvements ii. Pedestrian Improvements grams ployees, van and/or pooling sharing ride pro i. Participation inatransit pass program for em UnifiedLandDevelopment Code ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 113 - CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT Page 13 - 3 Cost estimates will be required from the applicant for B. Terms of the certificate of concurrency. The certifi- general the mitigation improvements. Once verified by City cate of concurrency shall indicate the date of issuance 1 Staff, these values will be used to determine the miti- and expiration, during which time application must gating measure(s). be made for a building permit or development order. processes The certificate of concurrency shall, in any case, ter- admin. 5. Prior to the issuance of a development order for minate with the expiration of the building permit or 2 those uses which contain residential dwelling units, development order to which it applies. In the event the applicant shall obtain from the Bay District authority that a time extension is requested prior to the expira- review School Board facilities department verification that tion of the building permit or development order, then 3 there is adequate capacity for the proposed develop- the accompanying certificate of concurrency may be ment, or that appropriate mitigation has been made renewed upon determination by the City’s Planning districts zoning or programmed. Department that the conditions of concurrency will 4 a. The City shall not issue a development order if still be met. A development for which a building per- adequate public school capacity for school-aged mit or development order has been issued within the standards children is not available, or is not in place or under effective period of a certificate of concurrency shall be design construction within 3 years after the issuance of the vested for the purposes of concurrency. 5 development order, or is not mitigated by the de- environment veloper through a legally binding document. Such C. Burden of showing compliance. The burden of protection determination shall be made by the Bay District showing compliance with the adopted levels of service 6 School Board’s authorized representative. and meeting the concurrency evaluation shall be upon the applicant. The Planning Department may require landscaping & buffering b. The City shall consider the Bay District School whatever documentation is necessary to make a deter- Board’s authorized representative’s comments and mination. 7 findings on the availability of adequate school ca- pacity when considering comprehensive plan fu- Sec. 113-3. Action upon failure to show available ca- & loading parking parking ture land use map amendments and/or zoning pacity. Where available capacity cannot be shown, the 8 change requests where such amendment and/or following methods may be used to maintain adopted request increases residential density. level of service. improvements public Sec. 113-2. Concurrency Review. The concurrency re- A. Level of service improvements. The project owner 9 view shall compare the available and reserved capacity or developer may provide the necessary improvements to maintain level of service. In such case the applica- supplemental of the facility or service to the demand projected for the standards proposed development. The available capacity shall be tion shall include: appropriate plans for improvements; 10 determined by adding the total of the existing excess documentation that such improvements are designed capacity and the total future capacity of any proposed to provide the capacity necessary to achieve or main- subdivision tain the level of service; and, recordable instruments of land construction and/or expansion of facilities. The levels 11 of service of all facilities and services must be sufficient guaranteeing the construction, consistent with calcu- before a certificate of concurrency can be issued. lations of capacity above. standards sign A. Certificate of concurrency. A certificate of concur- B. Project alteration. The proposed project may be al- 12 rency shall be required prior to the issuance of any tered such that projected level of service is no less than management the adopted level of service. section development permit or development order for new concurrency construction; or additions over twenty-five thousand 13 Sec. 113-4. Concurrency Monitoring. (25,000) square feet for multifamily residential, mixed A. Concurrency monitoring system. office/residential or commercial/industrial develop- nonconformities 1. The Planning Department shall establish and ment; or for certificates of occupancy changing the use maintain a concurrency monitoring system for the 14 of a structure from residential to a mixed office/residen- purpose of monitoring the status of public facilities tial or commercial/residential, office, commercial or in- and services, and which will be used in the establish- enforcement dustrial use. Applicants for individual single-family and ment of each report that includes: 15 duplex residential development permits will be issued a i. Development orders that were issued; certificate of concurrency without paying an additional fee. definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 113 - CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT Unified Land Development Code 13 - 4 ii. Projects that were issued a certificate of accep- tance; 1 general iii. Development orders that were approved but not issued due to nonpayment of funds; 2 iv. Development orders that expired due to lack of admin. processes issuance of a building permit or inactivity; and 3 v. Development orders that are under review, but review not issued, at the time of the report. authority 2. The concurrency report will also evaluate each 4 public facility and service indicating: zoning zoning districts i. The available capacity for each system at the be- ginning of the reporting period, and the end of the 5 reporting period; design standards ii. Available capacity; 6 iii. Encumbered capacity; protection environment iv. Permitted capacity; 7 v. Vested capacity; & buffering landscaping landscaping vi. A forecast of capacity needs based upon devel- 8 opment orders that are under current review, but parking not issued; and & loading vii. Programmed capacity. 9 public improvements 3. As part of the annual update to the capital im- provements element, the city shall prepare a report that lists the developments that qualifies as de mini- 10 mum exceptions to identify all building permits that standards supplemental were exempt from concurrency evaluation. 11 B. Concurrency monitoring report. The Planning De- of land of subdivision partment will prepare the concurrency monitoring re- port. The Planning Director will deliver such report to the City Manager for presentation to the Mayor and 12 sign City Commission. The concurrency monitoring report standards shall constitute prima facie evidence of the capacity and levels of service of public facilities for the pur- 13 section pose of issuing development orders during the twelve- concurrency management month period following completion of the report. 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 113 - PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION Page 13A - 1 CHAPTER 113A – PROPORTIONATE SHARE ment needed to satisfy concurrency, then the provi- general MITIGATION sions of this section shall apply. 1 Sec. 113A-1. - Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is D. The City may choose to allow an applicant to satisfy processes to describe the method whereby the impacts of devel- transportation concurrency through the proportion- admin. opment on transportation facilities can be mitigated by ate share program by contributing to an improvement 2 the cooperative efforts of the public and private sectors, that, upon completion, will fully mitigate for the addi- to be known as the proportionate share program, con- tional traffic generated by the proposed development authority review sistent with F.S. § 163.3180. but is not contained in the CIE as follows: 3 1. The applicant enters into a binding agreement to Sec. 113A-2. - Applicability. The proportionate share pay for or construct its proportionate share of the districts program shall apply to all applicants for developments required improvement necessary to serve the pro- zoning in the City of Panama City that have been notified of a posed development. 4 lack of capacity to satisfy transportation concurrency standards on a transportation facility governed by the City’s con- 2. The improvement or improvements funded by design currency management system, including transporta- the proportionate share component must be adopt- 5 tion facilities maintained by Bay County, FDOT, or an- ed into the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improve- other jurisdiction that are relied upon for concurrency ments in the Capital Improvements Element of the environment protection determinations. Comprehensive Plan or the long-term schedule of capital improvements for an adopted long-term 6 Sec. 113A-3. - Exclusions. The proportionate share schedule of capital improvements for an adopted landscaping program does not apply to developments exempted long-term Concurrency Management System at the & buffering from concurrency as provided in the Comprehensive next regularly scheduled annual Capital Improve- 7 Plan, in Chapter 113 of this Code, and/or pursuant to ments Element of the Comprehensive Plan update. the provisions of F.S. § 163.3180, governing de mini- & loading mus impacts. Also excluded are transportation im- E. Any improvement project proposed to meet the de- parking 8 provements required for public safety, on site roadway veloper’s fair-share obligation must meet local design improvements, or off-site improvements otherwise standards as well as those of the Florida Department of improvements required by the Code for non-deficient roadway seg- Transportation (FDOT) for the state highway system. public ments. 9 Sec. 113A-5. - Intergovernmental coordination. Sec. 113A-4. - Minimum requirements for propor- Pursuant to the policies of the Intergovernmental Co- supplemental tionate share mitigation. Notwithstanding Chapter ordination Element of the City’s Comprehensive Plan standards 10 113 of the Code, an applicant for development may and applicable policies in the Bay County Transpor- choose to satisfy all transportation concurrency re- tation Planning Organization’s Programs as amended, subdivision subdivision quirements by contributing or paying proportionate the City shall coordinate with affected jurisdictions, of land share mitigation only under the following conditions: including FDOT, regarding mitigation to impacted 11 facilities not under the jurisdiction of the local gov- A. The proposed development is consistent with the ernment receiving the application for proportionate standards sign Comprehensive Plan and applicable land development share mitigation. An interlocal agreement may be es- 12 regulations. tablished with any other affected jurisdiction for this proprtionate proprtionate purpose. section B. The City’s 5-year capital improvement element (CIE) share 13A includes capacity of the transportation improvements Sec. 113A-6. - Application process. The proportion- that, upon completion, will fully mitigate for the addi- ate share program shall be governed by the following tional traffic generated by the proposed development. procedures. nonconformities 14 C. If the City’s concurrency management system indi- A. Within 10 days of a determination of a lack of ca- cates that the capacity of the transportation improve- pacity to satisfy transportation concurrency, the appli- enforcement ment set forth in the CIE has already been consumed by cant for development shall be notified in writing of the 15 the allocated trips of previously approved development City’s proportionate share program. or the CIE does not reflect the transportation improve- B. Prior to submitting an application for proportion- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section 13A -2 Page 16 15 14 13A 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 definitions enforcement nonconformities proportionate sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general share standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL with proposed the proportionate share mitigation. applicant submit shall that evidence concurs FDOT ment of Transportation In (FDOT). such event, the sultation and coordination with Florida the Depart on Strategic the Intermodal System requires con the share mitigation for development impacts to facilities E. Pursuant to F.S. §163.3180,proposed proportionate has reasonable taken steps to remedy deficiencies. the for extension the and verificationthat the applicant subject to applicant be the shall showing cause good ing. Any extension no longer be shall than 60days and may grant an extension of ifrequested time inwrit directorthe deny shall application. the The director not remedied within 45 business days of notification, submittalthe of application. the If deficiencies the are notifiedwriting in within be 20 will businessdays of ments of program the and chapter, this applicant the incomplete, or inconsistent with general the require cient. If an application insufficient, is to determined be application the termine whether is complete and suffi application the or review shall designee their and de- D. Within 10 business days of submittal, directorthe following: City that includes an application fee of $250.00and the C. Eligibleapplicants submit shall an application to the issues. quirements, potential mitigation options, and related held tobe eligibility, discuss application submittal re ate share mitigation, apre-application meeting shall Chapter 113A- 8. All necessary applications. necessary 8. All gation pursuant to chapter; this 7. Estimated value of proposed the fair-share miti igation methods; 6. Description of proposed proportionate share mit 5. Any proposed phasing schedule; distribution of development; 4. Project description, including intensity, type, and description of3. Legal and property; survey numbers; 2. Property location, including parcel identification developer, and any authorized agent; 1. Name, address, and phone number(s) of owner(s), PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION ------be as providedbe for inF.S. §163.3180,as follows: late an applicant’s proportionate share mitigation shall be theused toby director C. The- methodology calcu to cies. additionalthe cost of reducing or eliminating deficien development. An applicant not shall responsible be for proposed the transportation to serve facilities necessary aproportionatesessed share of cost the of providing the than its proportionate share. The applicantbe as will B. Adevelopment not shall required be to pay more of public funds. public City funds ifthe Commission authorizes use the andstruction contribution of facilities, and may include lectively, private funds, contributions of land, and con maypacts include, without limitation, separately or col A. Proportionate share mitigation for concurrency im mitigation. to determine proportionate methodology the share tionate share mitigation. 113A-7.for determining -Methodology Sec. propor Chapter made directly to be City the shall Commission. G. Appeals of decisions of director the pursuant to this System (SIS) facility or any facility. other FDOT ate share mitigation proposed on aStrategic Intermodal providedtion be shall for to FDOT the any proportion writing of status the of approval. Acopy of notifica the chapterthis and subsequently applicant the notify in directorthe evaluate shall application the pursuant to application sufficient, is deemed complete, and eligible, F. Within 60 business days from date the at the which ceeded byceeded existing,the committed, and vested trips, on standard adopted the which level-of-service is ex portation is defined asa facility deficiency orfacilities cilities that have atransportation deficiency. Trans traffic2. The analysis thoseroads identify shall orfa or achieve adopted the level of service. payment, of improvement the to maintain necessary by construction the cost, at of time the development tain or achieve adopted the multiplied level of service, construction of an improvement to main necessary volumemaximum of service roadways resulting from approved, by divided change the hour peak in the hourduring from peak the stage the or phase being proposed development to reach expected roadways uponculated number based the of trips from the 1. The proportionate share contributioncal be shall UnifiedLandDevelopment Code The following describe shall ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 113 - PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION Page 13A - 3 plus additional projected background trips from any the added capacity of the selected improvement, or general source other than the development project under re- by the amount specified by local ordinance, which- 1 view, and trips that are forecast by established traffic ever yields the greater credit. standards, including traffic modeling, consistent with processes the University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic and D. For the purpose of determining proportionate share admin. Business Research medium population projections. mitigation, the City shall determine improvement 2 Additional projected background trips are to be coin- costs based upon the actual cost of the improvement as obtained from the Capital Improvements Element, the authority cident with the particular stage or phase of develop- review ment under review. CIP, the TPO Transportation Improvement Program, 3 or the FDOT Work Program. Where such information 3. The proportionate share formula shall be applied is not available, improvement cost shall be determined districts only to those facilities that are determined to be sig- using one of the following methods: zoning nificantly impacted by the project traffic under re- 1. An analysis by the City of costs by cross section 4 view. If any road is determined to be transportation type that incorporates data from recent projects and standards deficient without the project traffic under review, the is updated annually. In order to accommodate in- design costs of correcting that deficiency shall be removed creases in construction material costs, project costs 5 from the project’s proportionate-share calculation shall be adjusted by the inflation factor established environment and the necessary transportation improvements to by the U. S. Department of Commerce; or protection correct that deficiency shall be considered to be in 6 place for purposes of the proportionate-share calcula- 2. The most recent issue of FDOT Transportation tion. The improvement necessary to correct the trans- Costs report, as adjusted based upon the type of landscaping & buffering portation deficiency is the funding responsibility of cross section; locally available data from recent proj- the entity that has maintenance responsibility for the ects on acquisition, drainage, and utility costs; and 7 facility. The development’s proportionate share shall significant changes in the cost of materials due to unforeseeable events. Cost estimates for state road & loading be calculated only for the needed transportation im- parking provements that are greater than the identified defi- improvements not included in the adopted FDOT 8 ciency. Work Program shall be determined using this meth- od in coordination with the FDOT District. improvements 4. When proportionate share has been satisfied public for a particular stage or phase of development, all E. If a proposed form of proportionate share mitiga- 9 transportation impacts from that stage or phase for tion is other than financial, then the value of the pro- portionate share mitigation improvement shall be de- supplemental which mitigation was required and provided shall be standards deemed fully mitigated in any transportation analysis termined using one of the methods provided in this 10 for a subsequent stage or phase of development. Trips section. from a previous stage or phase that did not result in subdivision F. If the conveyance of land or a right-of-way dedica- of land impacts for which mitigation was required or provid- 11 tion is proposed as a form of proportionate share mit- ed may be cumulatively analyzed with trips from a igation, the value of the land or right-of-way shall be subsequent stage or phase to determine whether an the fair market value established by an independent standards impact requires mitigation for the subsequent stage sign appraisal approved by the City at the time of the ap- 12 or phase. plication and at no expense to the City. The applicant proprtionate proprtionate 5. In projecting the number of trips to be generated shall supply with the application a survey and legal section share by the development under review, any trips assigned description of the land or right-of-way and a certifi- 13A to a toll-financed facility shall be eliminated from the cate of title or title search of the land to the City at no expense to the City, and shall deliver clear title by analysis. nonconformities warranty deed to the City at closing. 6. The applicant shall receive a credit on a dol- 14 lar-for-dollar basis for impact fees, mobility fees, and Sec. 113A-8. - Certificate of concurrency for propor- other transportation concurrency mitigation require- tionate share mitigation. Upon approval of an appli- enforcement ments paid or payable in the future for the project. cation for proportionate share mitigation, the follow- 15 The credit shall be reduced up to 20 percent by the ing requirements shall apply: percentage share that the project’s traffic represents of A. The City shall issue to the applicant a certificate of definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 113A - PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION Unified Land Development Code 13A - 4 concurrency governing concurrency for transporta- prior to construction of a project from which the pro- tion facilities, which shall explicitly set forth the pro- portionate share funds were derived. Proportionate 1 portionate share mitigation required by this chapter. share mitigation funds may also be used as the 50% lo- general cal match for funding under the FDOT Transportation B. If within 12 months of the date of the certificate Regional Incentive Program (TRIP). 2 of concurrency the applicant should fail to apply for admin. a building permit, the approval of the application for B. In the event a scheduled facility improvement is re- processes proportionate share mitigation shall be considered null moved from the CIP, then the revenues collected for its and void. At that time, the applicant will be required to construction may be applied toward the construction of 3 reapply for a certificate of concurrency for the project. another improvement within that same corridor or sec- review authority Extensions may only be granted by the director should tor that the City determines will mitigate the impacts of the applicant show good cause in due diligence in their development. 4 permitting process. zoning zoning districts C. Where an impacted regional facility has been desig- C. Dedication of land or right-of-way for facility im- nated as a regionally significant transportation facility provements to the City as proportionate share mitiga- in an adopted regional transportation plan pursuant to 5 tion must be completed prior to issuance of the certifi- F.S. § 339.155, then the City may coordinate with other design standards cate of acceptance or recordation of the final plat. impacted jurisdictions and agencies to apply propor- tionate share mitigation and public contributions and 6 D. Any requested change to a development project seek funding for improving the impacted regional facil- protection subsequent to a development order may be subject to ity under the FDOT Transportation Regional Incentive environment additional proportionate share mitigation to the ex- Program (TRIP). Such coordination shall be ratified by tent the change would generate additional traffic that 7 the City through an interlocal agreement that establish- would require mitigation. In such event, the applicant es a procedure for earmarking of the developer contri- & buffering landscaping landscaping for development must submit an application pursuant butions for this purpose. to this chapter. 8 Sec. 113A-10. - Impact fee credit for proportionate parking & loading E. Applicants may submit a letter to withdraw from the share mitigation. The following requirements shall proportionate share program at any time prior to the apply regarding impact fee credits and proportionate issuance of the certificate of concurrency. The applica- 9 share mitigation. public tion fee and any associated advertising costs to the City improvements will be nonrefundable. A. Proportionate share mitigation shall be applied as a credit against impact fees only when a transportation 10 F. The City may consider joint applications for pro- impact fee is applied. Credits will be given for that por- standards portionate share mitigation to facilitate collabora- supplemental tion of the applicant’s transportation impact fees that tion among multiple applicants on improvements to would have been used to fund the improvements on a shared transportation facility, and may coordinate which the proportionate share mitigation is calculated. 11 of land of with other jurisdictions on proportionate share miti- If the proportionate share mitigation is based on only subdivision gation through inter-local agreements. a portion of the development’s traffic, the credit will be limited to that portion of the impact fees on which the 12 Sec. 113A-9. - Appropriation of fair-share revenues. sign proportionate share mitigation is based. standards At the time the proportionate share mitigation funds are received pursuant to this Chapter, they shall be de- B. Impact fee credits for the proportionate share mit- posited as follows: igation will be determined when the transportation section 13A share impact fee is calculated for the proposed development. proportionate A. Proportionate share mitigation funds shall be If the applicant’s proportionate share mitigation is less placed in the appropriate project account for funding than the development’s anticipated road impact fee for 14 of scheduled improvements in the CIE or CIP, or as the specific stage or phase of development under re- otherwise established in the terms of the certificate of nonconformities view, then the applicant or its successor must pay the concurrency, or as a condition of development approv- remaining impact fee amount to the City. al. At the discretion of the City, proportionate share 15 revenues may be used for operational improvements enforcement C. The proportionate share mitigation is intended to 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 113 - PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION Page 13A - 5 mitigate the transportation impacts of a proposed de- general velopment at a specific location. As a result, any road 1 impact fee credit based upon proportionate share mit- igation for a proposed development cannot be trans- processes ferred to any other location. admin. 2 authority review 3 districts zoning 4 standards design 5 environment protection 6 landscaping & buffering 7 & loading parking parking 8 improvements public 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 proprtionate proprtionate section share 13A nonconformities 14 enforcement 15 definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Unifi ed Land Development Code 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 zoning zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment ering 7 & buff landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 nonconformities 15 enforcement City of Panama City, FL 16 nitions defi Unified Land Development Code Chapter 114 - NONCONFORMITIES Page 14 - 1 shall also terminate the nonconforming status of the general CHAPTER 114. - NONCONFORMITIES. premises. 1 6. Change in use. Should a nonconforming use be Sec. 114-1. - Intent. It is the intent of the City Com- processes mission to ensure that each and every landowner has converted in whole or in part to a conforming use, admin. 2 the beneficial use of property as that right is defined by that portion of the nonconforming use so converted law, and to afford all landowners who believe they have shall lose its nonconforming status. authority been deprived of such use relief through nonjudicial review B. Nonconforming developments. Nonconform- procedures. 3 ing developments are those buildings or structures Sec. 114-2. - Development as a matter of right. Devel- which were in existence on the effective date of this districts opments as a matter of right are those which are permit- Unified Land Development Code and which, by de- zoning ted, allowable, or conditionally approved in a land use sign, location or construction, do not comply with the 4 district provided the development complies with the provisions of this Unified Land Development Code. standards comprehensive plan, this Unified Land Development Nonconforming developments may remain in a non- design Code, and all other applicable laws, statutes, ordinanc- conforming state subject to the following restrictions: 5 es, codes or regulations. 1. Public hazard. The building or structure must not constitute a threat to the general health, safety and environment protection Sec. 114-3. - Nonconforming development. welfare of the public. 6 A. Nonconforming uses. Nonconforming uses are those land uses which are in existence on the effective date of 2. Ordinary repair and maintenance. Normal and landscaping this Unified Land Development Code that do not com- ordinary maintenance and repair to a nonconform- & buffering ply with the provisions of this Unified Land Develop- ing building or structure shall be permitted. 7 ment Code. Nonconforming uses may continue, sub- 3. Expansion or extensions. A nonconforming build- ject to the following restrictions: & loading ing or structure shall not be expanded or enlarged. parking 1. Public hazard. The use must not constitute a threat 8 to the general health safety and welfare of the public. 4. Damage or destruction. Where a nonconforming building or structure is substantially damaged or de- improvements 2. Expansions or extensions. Nonconforming uses public stroyed, reconstruction of such development shall 9 shall not be expanded or enlarged or increased or comply with the provisions of this Unified Land extended, including a nonconforming use associated Development Code. A structure shall be considered with an historical nonconforming waterfront devel- supplemental substantially damaged or destroyed if the cost of re- standards opment. 10 construction or repair is 50 percent or more of the 3. Modifications of use. Nonconforming uses may be fair market value of the structure at the time of the damage or destruction. If the nonconforming de- subdivision modified or altered in a manner which decreases the of land nonconformity, but may not be modified or altered velopment is comprised of multiple structures, the 11 in a way which increases the nonconformity. Once cost of reconstruction shall be measured against the a nonconforming use or part thereof is decreased in combined fair market value of all of the structures in standards sign nonconformity, the nonconformity may not be in- determining the issue of substantial damage. 12 creased thereafter. 5. Attrition. If a building or structure has an age of 20 management concurrency 4. Abandonment or discontinuance. Where a non- years or more and has not been actively occupied for 13 conforming use is discontinued for six months or a period of six months or more, then prior to reoccu- more or is otherwise abandoned, the existence of the pation, the building or structure will be required to nonconformities nonconforming use shall terminate, and any further comply with the requirements of this Unified Land section use of the premises shall comply with the provisions Development Code, including but not limited to re- 14 of this Unified Land Development Code. quirements relating to stormwater, height, density, intensity, setbacks, parking, open space, buffers, and enforcement 5. Change of ownership. Change of ownership or oth- landscaping. 15 er transfer of an interest in real property on which a nonconforming use is located shall not in and of itself 6. Conflict. In the event of conflict between the pro- definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section 14 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL Chapter 114- C. Condemnation relief 1. Development provided Code that: complying with provisionsthe of Unified this Land enlarged, replaced or reconstructed without strictly forming waterfront development may expanded, be or structure of is which part an historical noncon- ment. Notwithstanding (3),abuilding subsection 7. Historical nonconforming waterfront develop - vail. division provisions 2,the of such division pre shall visions and of section Chapter this 105,articleIII, 3. Requirements. and/or causing hardship to landowner. the cost of land acquisition to condemning the authority wouldment have Code effect the of increasingthe enforcementstrict of Unified this LandDevelop 2. reduced, or of curtailed. use property is otherwise are rendered nonconforming, available parking area substandard parcels are created, existing structures sult of land acquisition for condemnation purposes, of property the and to provide relief where, as are regulations which are for necessary reasonable use allowing arelaxation of requirement of land use ers of land affected by roadway condemnation by is not increased. uponuse neighboring the properties and owners iii. The burden of any associated nonconforming opment surrounding inthe area; and ing waterfront development (HNWD)and devel- bility existing the between historical nonconform- reconstruction not does increase any incompati ii. Such expansion, enlargement, replacement or development; he life of historical the nonconforming waterfront tures of similar form during has which occurred or enlargement of neighboring buildings or- struc reconstruction is inproportion to expansion the i. Such expansion, enlargement, replacement or this Unifiedthis LandDevelopment notCode, be shall parking, open space, and landscape provisions of ments, lot coverage, stormwater management, buffer,with setback, the minimum lot require but,taken, ofdonot because taking, the comply i. Existing areas use are which not within part the Intent Applicability . It is intent the to provide relief to own the NONCONFORMITIES . This is meantbe to appliedwhere . ------and administratively granted for property the in by condemning the authority and/or landowners applied can taken be or taken ted uses partially for to relocate building, vehicular areas, use or permit v. Any development or permits variances necessary is based. denial health safety specific the or ground whichtheupon issueshall letter asigned to applicant the specifying of city. the If application the is director denied, the waiver inaform recordable public inthe records waivers.the details Thethe letter of specify shall tor issue shall letter granting asigned parties to all safety, or welfare of general the public, direc the not will constitutesection adanger to health, the mines that grantingthe of exemptionthe under this welfare of generalthe public. If directorthe deter endangerby will safety, health, section the this or not waiver the of requirement setback the granted filingthe the of application,whether determine or general public. The director within daysshall, 30 of tion dangerous to safety, health, the or welfare of the granting of exemptionthe not will result in a condi- writing to director the for adetermination that the proper notification thelandto owner, may apply in authority or landowner the or of both after them, either(C)(3)ii of condemning the section, this iv. As to exemptions the insubsections (C)(3)iand destroyed,tially may restored. be are which section this thereafter destroyed, paror iii. Any properties incategory (C)(3)ior (C)(3)iiof covenant of compliance with land. running the use. The exemptionthus created constitute shall a other permitted below use its pretaking utility or ofuse relocated the building, vehicular area, use or utility or of use relocatedthe building, vehicular as far as is physically feasible without reducing the area,use or back otherset permittedbe shall use except thatCode relocated the building, vehicular other provisions of Unified this LandDevelopment out required being to comply and with setback the may relocated be on remainder the of site the with other permitted either taken use totally or partially ii. Any conforming building, vehicular area, use or ance of with use running the land. the thus created constitute shall acovenant of compli- afterbe conforming to properties. The exemption ments and remainders the there deemed be shall required reconstructed to be to such meet require UnifiedLandDevelopment Code ------Unified Land Development Code Chapter 114 - NONCONFORMITIES Page 14 - 3 question. general vi. Any legally nonconforming existing land use 1 which, as a result of the taking or reconstruction necessitated by the taking, would be required to processes conform shall continue to be a legally nonconform- admin. ing land use. 2 Sec. 114-4. - Vested rights. authority review A. A property owner’s right of development prior to 3 adoption of this Unified Land Development Code shall be vested, even if such development does not comply districts with this Unified Land Development Code, subject to zoning the following circumstances: 4 1. Final development approval has been granted to the standards developer by the City and a valid, unexpired building design permit has been issued to the developer by the City’s 5 Building Department Contractor (also referred to as environment the City’s Building Department), provided the devel- protection opment is commenced within the permit period. 6 2. Within 6 months after adoption of this Land Devel- landscaping opment Code, the property owner received approval & buffering of vested rights status from the appeals board. 7 3. All vested development shall be undertaken in & loading strict conformity to the design plans and specifica- parking 8 tions approved by the City and the City Building De- partment. Any modifications, additions or alterations improvements to the approved plans and specifications shall not be public considered vested development. 9 supplemental standards 10 subdivision subdivision of land 11 standards sign 12 management concurrency 13 nonconformities section 14 enforcement 15 definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 Page Chapter 114 - NONCONFORMITIES Unified Land Development Code 14 - 4 1 general 2 admin. processes 3 review authority 4 zoning zoning districts 5 design standards 6 protection environment 7 & buffering landscaping landscaping 8 parking & loading 9 public improvements 10 standards supplemental 11 of land of subdivision 12 sign standards 13 concurrency management 14 section nonconformities 15 enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 115 - ENFORCEMENT Page 15 - 1 Land Development Code that are alleged to have been general CHAPTER 115. - ENFORCEMENT. violated. The violator shall have ten working days from 1 the date of notice of violation to correct the violation or to enter into written agreement with the city outlin- processes Sec. 115-1. - Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is admin. ing what actions will be taken to correct the violation to designate responsibility and to provide procedures 2 for the enforcement of this Unified Land Development by a date certain. If, after the applicable period, the vi- Code, and to establish penalties for violations. olation has not been corrected, the Director shall issue authority a “stop order,” if applicable, to the violator. The violator review Sec. 115-2. - Enforcement responsibilities. The provi- shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in section 3 sions of this Chapter shall be administered by the Di- 115-5. rector, or his designated representative. In addition to districts C. If the Director has reason to believe that any viola- zoning other remedies provided by this Unified Land Devel- 4 opment Code and other applicable laws, regulations or tion of this Unified Land Development Code presents an imminent threat to the public health, safety and ordinances, the Director shall take the following actions standards when a violation has been determined to exist: welfare, a notice of intent and a notice of violation shall design not be a prerequisite to action to avert such threat or 5 A. No subsequent development approval or order or danger. environment certificate of occupancy shall be issued until the viola- protection D. Extensions of the ten-day period to correct or rem- tion has been corrected; 6 edy violations may be approved by the Director upon B. The violator shall be informed that no further work demonstration of extenuating circumstances by the landscaping or construction under an existing development ap- violator. & buffering proval or order shall be permitted until the violation is 7 corrected. A “stop work” order shall be issued by the E. Copies of all notices of intent or notices of violation shall be transmitted to the City Manager. building official or a code enforcement officer and shall & loading parking become effective at the time of delivery to the violator 8 Sec. 115-4. - Appeals. or upon posting at the job site; A. An appeal of any notice of violation may be initiated by any person charged with a violation of this Unified improvements C. No clearing of land or construction, erection, place- public ment, commencement of any other form of develop- Land Development Code. 9 ment shall occur in the City without a development B. Initiation of an appeal shall stay the imposition of order, and then only in accordance with the conditions supplemental penalties provided in section 115-5 until such time as standards of such order. Any unauthorized development may be 10 a final order is issued byt he appeals board Planning declared a public nuisance by the City Commission Board. pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 12, Chapter II, subdivision Panama City Code of Ordinances. of land C. Appeals board. The Planning Board shall conduct a 11 hearing and make a determination at its next regularly D. An order may be issued to repair, restore, or demol- held meeting and shall determine whether a violation ish the work, to vacate the premises, or otherwise to standards exists or has occurred. sign abate the violation. 12 D. At the hearing, the Director shall have the burden of Sec. 115-3. - Enforcement procedures. management showing the existence of a violation to the satisfaction concurrency A. The Director shall initiate proceedings against viola- of the Planning Board. Formal rules of evidence will 13 tors of this Unified Land Development Code. not apply to the proceeding. B. Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, nonconformities Sec. 115-5. - Penalties or remedies. when a violation of this Unified Land Development 14 A. Criminal penalties. Any person failing to comply Code has been determined to exist, the Director or his with the provisions of the Unified Land Development designated representative shall issue a written “notice section Code shall be guilty of an offense and shall, upon con- enforcement of violation” and cause the same to be served, mailed, viction, be subject to fine and imprisonment pursuant 15 or delivered to the violator or posted on the premises. to section 1-8 sentenced to pay a fine, not to exceed The notice shall refer to the provisions of this Unified definitions City of Panama City, FL 16 section 15 -2 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Page definitions enforcement nonconformities concurrency sign subdivision supplemental public parking landscaping environment design zoning review admin. general management standards of land standards improvements & loading & buffering protection standards districts authority processes City of Panama City, FL B. tion. viola per may afinenot$5,000 impose to exceed to or irraparable irreversible be innature, he/she Enforcementthe Code Majistrateviolation finds the costs ofmay costs. repairsIf and all court include day$500 per for arepeat violation and inaddition, day$250 per for violation afirst not exceed and shall Chapter 115- C. to,ed injunctive relief. correct, or abate violation, the including, but not limit action inacourt of competent to jurisdiction prevent, opment City the may Code, institute appropriate civil water inviolation is used of Unified this LandDevel maintained, or ifany building, or structure, or land, or ed, constructed, reconstructed, altered, repaired, or action. ing, but not Enforcement limited to Code Magistrate LandDevelopment fied Code by other means, and donot prevent City the from enforcing Uni this provided for Chapter inthis are alternative remedies E. prescribed herein. executionthe of work the nor from any other penalties quirements of Unified this LandDevelopment in Code relieve any persons from complying fully with re the doubled, but payment the of such double fee not shall development order,be fees the herein shall specified is or started proceeded priorCode to obtaining said order is required by Unified this LandDevelopment D. fense. day that violation the continues aseparate be shall of premises arewhich subject the of violation. the Each dayper and such fine constitute shall alien againstthe violator may fined be an amount to not $500.00 exceed notice of violations, ifno appealthe taken, has been Alternative remediessanctions. The and procedures Civil remediesCivil Double fees . Where work for adevelopment which Citation . After daysten of a followingservice the ENFORCEMENT . If any building or structure is erect includ------UnifiedLandDevelopment Code Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 1 FIRM: Flood insurance rate map general CHAPTER 116. - DEFINITIONS. GC: General Commercial Future 1 Land Use District Sec. 116-1. Word Usage. The following words, terms processes and phrases, when used in this ULDC, shall have the GC-1: General Commercial-1 admin. 2 meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where Zoning District the context clearly indicates a different meaning. The GC-2: General Commercial-2 authority terms “must,” “will,” and “shall” are mandatory in na- Zoning District review ture indicating that an action has to be done. The term GIS: Geographic Information 3 “may” is permissive and allows discretion regarding an System action. When consistent with the context, words used in districts GO: Gateway Overlay District zoning the singular number include the plural, and those used 4 HI: Heavy Industrial Zoning in the plural number include the singular. Words used District in the present tense include the future. The word “devel- standards oper” includes a “firm,” “corporation,” “co-partnership,” HUD: U.S. Department of Housing design “association,” “institution,” or “person.” The word “lot” and Urban Development 5 includes the words “plot,” “parcel,” “site” and “space.” I: Industrial Future Land Use environment The words “used” or “occupied” as applied to any land District protection or include in its meaning the words “intended,” “ar- ISR: Impervious surface ratio 6 ranged” or “designed,” “to be used” or “occupied.” LI: Light Industry Zoning Dis- landscaping trict & buffering Sec. 116-2. Abbreviations. LOS: Level of service 7 Abbreviations Full name MIOD: Military Influence Overlay BMP: Best Management Practices & loading District parking CRA: Community Redevelopment 8 MU: Mixed Use Future Land Use Agency District CSP Conceptual Site Plan improvements MU-1: Mixed-Use-1 Zoning District public Dbh: Diameter at breast height 9 MU-2: Mixed-Use-2 Zoning District DEO: (Florida) Department of MU-3: Mixed-Use-3 Zoning District Economic Opportunity supplemental ND Neighborhood Downtown standards DEP: (Florida) Department of 10 Zoning District Environmental Protection NG Neighborhood General Zon- DO: Development Order subdivision ing District of land DTD: Downtown Zoning District or 11 NR Neighborhood Residential Downtown Future Land Use Zoning District District standards NSA Naval Support Activity sign FAA: Federal Aviation 12 Administration OSR: Open space ratio P: Preservation Zoning District management FAR: Floor area ratio concurrency FCC: Federal Communications P/I: Public/Institutional Zoning 13 Commission District FDEP FL Dept. of Environmental PB: Planning Board nonconformities Management PITI: Principal, Interest, Taxes and 14 Insurance FDOT: Florida Department of Transportation PUD: Planned Unit Development enforcement FEMA: Federal Emergency R: Residential Future Land Use 15 District definitions Management Agency section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 2 R-1: Residential-1 Zoning District tersecting an arterial street; 1 R-2: Residential-2 Zoning District (2) A driveway or a local street intersecting a collector general REC: Recreational Future Land Use street; or and Zoning District (3) A driveway or a local street intersecting a local 2 ROW: Right-of-way street. admin. processes StDTD: St. Andrews Downtown (Zoning) District Accessory structure. A subordinate, ancillary, and de- 3 SIL: Silviculture Zoning District tached structure customarily used in connection with review the principal use or structure on the same lot, parcel or authority and Future Land Use District property. TRT: Technical Review Team 4 UC: Urban Community Future Accessory use. A subordinate or ancillary use of land, zoning zoning districts Land Use District or structure or improvements thereon, customarily ULDC: Unified Land Development used in connection with the occupation of the principal 5 Regulations use or structure upon the same lot, parcel or property. design standards UR: Urban Residential Future Active loading or unloading. When a commercial Land Use District vehicle is attended and it is apparent that materials or 6 UR-1: Urban Residential-1 Zoning items are being actively loaded or unloaded into and/or protection District environment out of this commercial vehicle. UR-2: Urban Residential-2 Zoning Acre. A unit of land equal to 43,560 square feet. 7 District & buffering landscaping landscaping Adaptive reuse. Rehabilitation or renovation of exist- Sec. 116-3. Defined Terms. ing building(s) or structures, including historic build- Abandoned sign. A sign which no longer identifies or 8 ing(s), for any use(s) other than the present use(s). advertises a bona fide business; lessor, service, owner, parking & loading product, or activity, or for which no legal owner can Adverse impact. A negative consequence for the phys- be found. ical, social, or economic environment resulting from an 9 public action or project. improvements Abutting. Having a common border with, or being separated by such a common border, by an alley, right- Affordable housing.Dwelling accommodations for of-way, or easement located immediately across. which no more than 30 percent of the occupant’s gross 10 standards income is spent for rent or PITI (Principal, Interest, supplemental Access. A means of vehicular or pedestrian approach, Taxes and Insurance) payments. entry to, or exit from property. 11 Alley. A roadway generally dedicated to public use af- of land of Accessory Dwelling Unit or Apartment. An addi- subdivision fording only a secondary means of access to abutting tional, ancillary dwelling unit or apartment located on property and not intended for general traffic circula- the same lot or parcel as a principal dwelling unit. The 12 tion. sign accessory dwelling unit or apartment may be attached standards or detached such as a garage apartment or cottage; its Amenity. Aesthetic or other characteristics of a de- use is secondary to the principal use of the property. velopment that increase desirability to a community 13 or its marketability to the public. Although they may Access management. The process of providing and concurrency management vary from one development to the other, amenities managing access to land development while preserv- may include unified building design, recreational facil- ing the flow of traffic in terms of safety, capacity, speed, 14 ities (e.g., a swimming pool or a tennis court), security and concurrency. systems, riparian or other views, landscaping and tree nonconformities Access point (or connection). That place or location preservation, or attractive site design. 15 where either of these occur: Amusements, Indoor. Establishments that provide (1) A driveway, a local street, or a collector street in- enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 3 commercial recreation activities completely within an Arterial road. A roadway providing service which is general enclosed structure such as video arcades, skating rinks, relatively continuous and of relatively high traffic vol- 1 roller rinks, shooting ranges, bowling alleys, and bil- ume, long trip length, and high operating speed, as liards/pool halls. classified by the Florida Department of Transporta- processes tion. admin. Amusements, Outdoor. Establishments that provide 2 commercial recreation activities primarily outdoors Artisan production establishment. The use of land, such as miniature golf establishments; go-cart facili- confined within an enclosed building, engaged in the authority review ty; theme parks, carnivals, fairgrounds, and midways; design and production by carving, painting, casting or 3 paintball parks; and water rides. assembling of component parts of finished products which are: districts Antenna. A device for sending or receiving signals that zoning is installed on a mount and used by telecommunication Customarily used in residences, offices, restaurants, 4 service providers. or retail establishments; intended to have an aesthetic and artistic appeal in addition to a functional use; and standards Antenna mount (mount). The structure or surface produced either one-at-a-time or in small lots. The use design 5 upon which an antenna is mounted. may include a show room and retail sales of the prod- ucts. environment Apartment. Any building or portion thereof used to protection provide three or more separate dwelling units, which As-built survey. A survey needed to record variations 6 may share means of ingress and egress and other essen- from the original Engineering plans to what is actually landscaping tial facilities, and which is renter-occupied rather than built. It may be needed to prove the location of struc- & buffering owner-occupied. ture(s) and underground improvements at the time a 7 Certificate of Occupancy is requested. Applicant. A person, corporation, partnership, joint & loading venture, governmental body, agency, or authorized rep- Assisted Living Facility. Any building or buildings, parking resentative who files an application for any purpose to section or distinct part of a building, private home, 8 the City for approval. boarding home, home for the aged, or other residen- tial facility, whether operated for profit or not, which improvements Application. Any document submitted by an applicant undertakes through its ownership or management to public 9 for the following purpose: provide housing, meals, and one or more personal ser- (1) Concurrency management purposes, to include vices for a period exceeding 24 hours to one or more supplemental concurrency encumbrance certificates. adults who are not relatives of the owner or adminis- standards trator. 10 (2) Approval of a development. (3) Approval of signage. Attached Structure. A section of a building that is di- subdivision of land rectly attached to a structure. A carport that is a part of 11 (4) Proportionate fair share analysis or agreement. a house is an example of an attached structure. (5) Request for a future land use map amendment, or ATM. Computerized, self-service machines used by standards sign any text amendment to the comprehensive plan. banking customers for financial institutions, includ- 12 (6) Request for a zoning change to the official zon- ing deposits, withdrawals and fund transfers, without management ing map, or any text amendment to the City’s Unified face-to-face contact with financial institution person- concurrency Land Development Regulation Code. nel. These machines may be located at or within banks, 13 or in other locations. (7) Any other permit granted by the planning and nonconformities land use division. Awning. A shelter projecting from and supported by the exterior wall of a building constructed of rigid and 14 Area or area of jurisdiction. The total area of jurisdic- nonrigid materials on a supporting framework that tion for the City of Panama City as established by its may be either permanent or retractable. enforcement Municipal Charter and any subsequent annexations, 15 including those boards and agencies of and sponsored Awning sign. A sign painted on, printed on, or at- definitions by the City. tached flat against the surface of an awning. section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 4 Banner. A sign on which copy or graphics may be dis- beer barrels (460,000 US gallons) per year. played, made of paper, plastic, fabric or any flexible, 1 nonrigid material with no enclosing framework or Buffer. A specified land area, together with any plant- general frames. ing, landscaping, fencing or any physical structure erected on the land used to visibly separate, shield or 2 Bar/Tavern. A business where alcoholic beverages are block noise, lights, or other incompatibilities between admin. sold for on-site consumption, which are not part of a land uses. processes larger restaurant. Includes pubs, and similar establish- ments where any food service is subordinate to the sale Buffer yard. The designated area used to soften the im- 3 of alcoholic beverages. May also include beer brewing pact of dissimilar land uses and provide screening to review authority as part of a microbrewery and other beverage tasting satisfy the requirements of the ULDC. facilities. Buildable area. The area of a lot remaining after the 4 zoning zoning minimum yard and open space requirements of this districts Beach. The zone of unconsolidated material that ex- tends landward from the mean low-water line to the Unified Land Development Code have been met. place where there is marked change in material or 5 Building. Any structure that encloses a space used for design physiographic form, or to the line of permanent vege- standards sheltering any occupancy. Each portion of a building tation, usually the effective limit of storm waves. separated from other portions by a firewall shall be con- sidered as a separate building. 6 Bed and breakfast inn. An owner-occupied dwelling having ten or fewer guest rooms where overnight ac- protection environment Building Height. The vertical distance or measurement commodations and a morning meal are provided to from the average elevation of the finished lot grade at transients for compensation. 7 the front of the building or structure to the highest & buffering point at the ceiling of the top story in the case of a flat landscaping landscaping Berm. An earthen mound designed to provide visu- al interest, screen undesirable views, and/or decrease roof to the deck line of a mansard roof, and to the av- erage height between the plate and ridge of a gable, hip, 8 noise. parking or gambrel roof. & loading Billboard. (See Off-premises sign.) Building mass. The three-dimensional bulk of a build- 9 Block. Land usually bounded on all sides by roadways ing: height, width, and depth. public improvements or other physical boundaries such as water or public space, and not traversed by a through roadway (not Building official. The chief building official, or build- including alleys). ing inspector for Bay County or the City’s Building Ser- 10 vices Contractor. standards supplemental Boarding house. An establishment, which provides, in return for compensation, lodging for five or more Building permit. An official document or certificate issued by the city-approved agency/entity authorizing 11 persons and regularly prepared meals served without of land of subdivision the ordering of portions from a menu. performance of building or construction activity. Boathouse. A partially or fully enclosed structure in- Bulk regulations. Standards and controls that establish 12 sign cluding a roof located over a water body and used for the maximum size of buildings and structures on a lot standards the storage or mooring of boats or vessels. and the buildable area within which buildings can be lo- cated, including coverage, setbacks, height, impervious 13 Boatyard. See Marine facility. surface ratio, floor area ratio, and yard requirements. concurrency management Bottle club. An alcoholic beverage establishment as Business Park. An area specifically designed and land- defined by Florida State Statutes that is not licensed to scaped to accommodate business, offices, warehouses, 14 sell alcoholic beverages but provides facilities for the and light industry. nonconformities on premises consumption of alcoholic beverages by its patrons. Caliper. The diameter of a tree at the base of the trunk. Caliper is used to size nursery-grown trees. 15 enforcement Brewery. A brewery that produces 15,000 or more US Camouflage. See “Stealth.” 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 5 Camouflaged mount. An antenna mount designed City Manager. The duly appointed city manager of the general to unobtrusively blend in with existing surroundings. City. 1 Camouflaged mounts are disguised so as to have the ap- pearance of something other than a telecommunication Civic. Of or relating or belonging to a governmental processes facility, such as a building, water tower, tree, or architec- entity. admin. tural building feature. 2 Clearance (of a sign). The smallest vertical distance between the grade of the adjacent street and the low- Cannabis Dispensing Facility means any State of Flor- authority est point of any sign, including framework, embellish- review ida licensed facility where Derivative Product is dis- 3 pensed at the retail level. ments, poles and supports, extending over that grade. districts Capacity. The availability of a public service or facili- Clinic. A structure where patients who are not lodged zoning ty to accommodate users, expressed in an appropriate overnight are admitted for examination and treatment 4 unit of measure, such as gallons per day or average daily by any health care provider. trips. standards Clubs, neighborhood recreation or social. Buildings design 5 Central business district (CBD). That area established or facilities owned and operated for neighborhood social or recreational purposes but not operated pri- by the city commission that delineates a specific geo- environment graphic area where businesses, offices, residential, and marily for profit or the rendering of services which are protection mixed use form an urbanized downtown. customarily carried on as a business and not limited to 6 special interest groups or gatherings. landscaping Certificate of acceptance. A written document issued & buffering by the City when the applicant for a development order Cluster subdivision. A subdivision in which lot sizes 7 has requested an inspection and has been found to be are smaller than would otherwise be permitted in the fully and completely in compliance with the pertinent underlying zoning district, in exchange for dedication & loading requirements of this Unified Land Development Code. of permanent open space. parking 8 Changeable copy sign (automatic). A sign on which Clustering. The grouping together of structures and infrastructure on a portion of a development site. the copy changes automatically on a lamp bank or improvements public through mechanical means, e.g., electrical or electronic 9 Coastal planning area. The land area seaward of the time and temperature units. Category 3 hurricane evacuation zone limit and all in- cluded coastal resources. supplemental Changeable copy sign (manual). A sign on which copy standards is changed manually in the field, e.g., reader boards with 10 Coastal or shore protection structures. Shore-hard- changeable letters. ening structures, such as seawalls, bulkheads, revet- subdivision subdivision Child care facility. Any establishment, which provides ments, rubblemound structures, groins, breakwaters, of land 11 child care for more than five children, unrelated to the and aggregates of materials other than natural beach operator, for compensation. sand used for beach or shore protection to prevent erosion or to protect other structures from waves and standards sign Child care, family day care home. An occupied resi- hydrodynamic forces including beach and dune resto- 12 dence in which child care is regularly provided for no ration. management more than five children, for compensation. concurrency Coastal resources. Estuarine shorelines, marine wet- 13 City. The City of Panama City, a municipal corporation. lands, water-dependent land uses, public waterfront access areas, waterfront recreation areas, estuarine, City Clerk. The duly appointed clerk of the City. oceanic waters, and submerged lands. nonconformities 14 City Commission. The elected legislative body of the Code enforcement officer. Any duly authorized code City. enforcement official of the City. enforcement City Engineer. The duly appointed city engineer of the Collector road. A roadway providing service for mod- 15 City. definitions erate traffic volume, moderate trip length, and mod- section erate operating speed, as classified by the Florida De- 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 6 partment of Transportation. are predominately connected with the sale, rental and distribution of products, or performance of services. 1 College/University. Junior colleges, colleges, universi- general ties, and professional schools with physical structures Community Development Department. The duly es- (excluding online and remote programs). These estab- tablished community development department of the 2 lishments furnish academic or technical courses and City. admin. grant degrees, certificates, or diplomas at the associate, processes baccalaureate, or graduate levels in a campus setting in Community residential home. A dwelling licensed by more than one building. the state which provides a living environment for seven 3 to 14 unrelated individuals including disabled or hand- review authority Collocation. The use of a single antenna mount to icapped persons, developmentally disabled or nondan- support the antennas of more than one telecommuni- gerous mentally ill persons or children as defined in 4 cation service provider. Section 419.001, F. S. zoning zoning districts Commercial Dormitory. A structure specifically de- Comprehensive Plan. The adopted comprehensive signed for a long term stay by students of a college, plan for the City, pursuant to F.S. § 163.3177. 5 university, or non‐profit organization for the purpose design standards of providing rooms for sleeping purposes. Concurrency. A growth management concept intend- ed to ensure that the necessary public facilities and ser- Commercial motor vehicle. Any self-propelled vices are available concurrent with the impacts of devel- 6 or towed motor vehicle used on a roadway or opment as described in Section 163.3180 F. S. protection environment highway in interstate commerce to transport passen- gers or property when the vehicle— Concurrency evaluation. An evaluation by the Plan- 7 ning Department based on adopted level of service & buffering (1) Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combi- standards to assess whether or not public facilities and landscaping landscaping nation weight rating, or gross vehicle weight or gross services needed to support development are available combination weight, of 2,268.42 kg (5,001 pounds) or concurrent with the impacts of such development. 8 parking more, whichever is greater; or & loading Condominium. That form of ownership by one or more (2) Is designed or used to transport more than 8 pas- persons of a unit of real property in which there is, ap- 9 sengers (including the driver) for compensation; or purtenant to each unit, an undivided share in common public improvements elements. (3) Is designed or used to transport more than 15 pas- sengers, including the driver, and is not used to trans- Conference/Convention facility. A commercial facility 10 port passengers for compensation; or for public assembly including, but not limited to audi- standards supplemental toriums, conference facilities, convention centers, exhi- (4) Is primarily used for a commercial purpose, includ- bition halls, and the like. ing vehicles marked with a sign, letters, identification 11 of land of subdivision numbers advertising or associating it in any way with Conservation uses. Land uses, which conserve or pro- a commercial enterprise, other than those that identify tect natural resources or environmental quality with- the vehicle maker or dealer. in areas designated for flood control, protection of 12 sign coastal resources, protection of quality or quantity of standards Commercial Equipment. Equipment utilized for com- groundwater or surface water, floodplain management, mercial purposes, designed by the manufacturer to be fisheries management, or protection of vegetative com- 13 used primarily for commercial purposes, or altered or munities or wildlife habitats and similar uses meant to concurrency management converted for the purpose of being so used. Commer- protect natural resources of the City. cial equipment includes, but is not limited to, ladders, pressure washers, cement mixers, generators, mowers, Consistency. Furthers or does not contradict with. 14 and other lawn equipment used for commercial pur- nonconformities poses, utility trailers, chemicals and spray equipment, Consistency evaluation. The study of how particular PVC piping, window/door racks, and scaffolding. uses can exist in harmony to each other, or the study of 15 how the use of land corresponds to city adopted docu- enforcement Commercial uses. Activities within land areas, which ments. 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 7 Construction Dumpsters. A large container designed future time. general to receive, transport and dump construction debris. 1 Construction sign. A temporary sign identifying an ar- Density, gross. The total number of dwelling units di- chitect, contractor, subcontractor, financial institution, vided by the total site area, less rights-of-way. processes developer or material supplier participating in con- admin. Density, net. The total number of dwelling units divid- 2 struction on the property on which the sign is located. ed by the buildable area of the overall site, less rights- Contiguous. Directly adjoining (also can be defined as of-way, water bodies, wetlands or other areas that are authority unbuildable. review abutting). 3 Convalescent home. An institution for the care of re- Derivative Product. Any form of cannabis suitable for districts covering patients. administration to or consumption or use by a Quali- zoning fied Patient, Eligible Patient, or any other similarly sit- 4 Copy. The wording on a sign surface in either perma- uated individual. nent or removable letter form. standards Developer. Any person, including a governmental design Cornice. A prominent, continuous, horizontally pro- agency, undertaking any development. 5 jecting feature found at the top of a wall, under the eave environment of a roof, above an entrance, or projecting outwards Developer’s agreement. A City Commission approved protection from a wall’s surface. agreement between a person or entity associated with 6 the development of land including, but not limited to, landscaping Cottage Court: A series of small, detached structures agreements associated with development orders issued & buffering on a common lot providing multiple units arranged to pursuant to F.S. § 380.06, and the City as defined by define a shared court that is typically perpendicular to F.S. §§ 163.3220—163.3243. 7 the street. The shared court takes the place of a private & loading rear yard and becomes an important community-en- Development. The word “development” shall have the parking hancing element. same meaning as set forth in F.S. § 380.04, as may be 8 amended or superseded. Notwithstanding the forego- Cottage subdivision. A group of single-family homes ing, the term “clearing of land” shall have the meaning improvements built in close proximity to one another fronting a central as set forth in this Unified Land Development Code. public 9 green or lawn with additional land around the homes owned in common by the residents of the development. Development activities, large-scale. Residential de- velopment involving more than five acres of land and supplemental standards County. Bay County, Florida. a density of more than five dwelling units per acre, or 10 developments, singularly or in combination with resi- Courtyard Apartment. A medium-sized structure dential development, of more than three acres of land. subdivision subdivision that consists of multiple dwelling units accessed from of land a courtyard or series of courtyards. Each unit may have Development activities, small-scale. Residential de- 11 its own individual entry, or may share a common entry. velopment involving five acres of land or less and a The Courtyard Apartment is appropriately scaled to fit density of five dwelling units per acre or less or devel- standards sign within Neighborhood Downtown or General areas and opments, singularly or in combination with residential 12 other similar walkable neighborhood districts. development, of three acres or less of land. management concurrency Cul-de-sac. A short street having one end open to traf- Development order. Any order granting, or granting 13 fic and being permanently terminated by a vehicular with conditions an application for permitting the de- turnaround. velopment of land. nonconformities Dedication. The transfer without payment of owner- Diameter at breast height (DBH). The circumference 14 ship or other interest in real property from a private in inches of the tree trunk divided by pi (3.141), mea- entity to a public agency. sured at a height of 54 inches from the base of the tree. enforcement 15 Demand. The requirements or burden placed on pub- Digital Sign. An on-premises sign capable of display- definitions lic facilities or services at the present time or projected ing words, symbols, figures or images that can be elec- section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 8 tronically or mechanically changed by remote or auto- Drainage basin. The area defined by topographic matic means. boundaries which carries stormwater to a drainage sys- 1 tem, estuarine waters, or gulf waters, including all areas general Directional/information sign. An on-premises sign artificially added to the basin. giving directions, instructions, or facility information 2 and which may contain the name or logo of an estab- Drainage detention structure. A structure which col- admin. lishment. lects and temporarily stores stormwater for the purpose processes of treatment through physical, chemical, or biological Director. The City officer or employee designated by processes and is designed to provide for the gradual re- 3 the City Manager to administer or enforce any part of lease of the stormwater. review authority this Unified Land Development Code, as well as man- age the Planning and Economic Development Depart- Drainage facility. A system designed to collect, convey, 4 ment staff. hold, divert or discharge stormwater, including storm- zoning zoning districts water sewers, canals, detention structures, and reten- District. An area designated within the City. tion structures. 5 Dock. A fixed or floating structure, including moor- Drainage retention structure. A structure designed to design standards ings, used for berthing buoyant vessels. collect and completely retain a given volume of storm- water upon the premises. Dock, common. A dock owned and maintained by 6 common ownership agreement such as, but not lim- Dripline. The outermost perimeter of the crown of a protection environment ited to, a condominium or home owners association. tree as projected vertically to the ground. 7 Dock, shared. A dock shared between two adjacent Driveway. A private roadway located on a parcel or lot properties or property owners, of which the properties & buffering used for vehicle access. landscaping landscaping are used residentially, which is subject to an access and maintenance easement. Duplex. A residential building containing two separate 8 dwelling units joined by a common wall. parking & loading Dormer. A roof-mounted structural element with a gable roof and a window at its outer end that projects Dwelling or dwelling unit. A single housing unit pro- 9 from a sloping roof of a building. viding complete, independent living facilities for one public improvements housekeeping unit. Dormitory. A building used as group living quarters for a student body or religious order as an accessory Dwelling, attached single-family. A residential struc- 10 use for a college, university, boarding school, or other ture designed to house a single-family unit from lowest standards supplemental similar use. level to roof, with a private outside entrance, and shar- ing a common wall adjoining dwelling units. Double wide. An obsolete term used to describe a mo- 11 of land of bile home having a width of generally between 20 and Dwelling, detached single-family. A building contain- subdivision 28 feet. ing one dwelling unit not attached to any other dwelling unit. 12 Downtown program area. The boundaries of the sign standards Downtown CRA adopted in April 2013. Dwelling, multifamily. A residential building contain- ing three or more separate dwelling units, including tri- Downtown special treatment/zone. For purposes of plexes, quadraplexes, or apartments. 13 the sign regulations of the City, that area of the City concurrency management zoned GC, and being more particularly described as Easement. An implied grant of a way of necessity or the boundaries of the Downtown Improvement Board a statutory way of necessity exclusive of common-law 14 in Ordinance No. 911, adopted December 10, 1974, rights as defined in the pertinent Florida Statutes or an and May 27, 1975, recorded in the office of the City nonconformities implied or express right to use a parcel of property for a Clerk, which is hereby incorporated by reference as particular purpose or purposes. fully as if set out herein. 15 Educational uses. Any land or structure used for edu- enforcement Double-faced sign. A sign with 2 faces. cational purposes that are licensed by the Florida De- 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 9 partment of Education, whether public or private. flag,” “bowflag,” “feather banner sign,” “teardrop ban- general ners,” and others. This definition includes functionally 1 Electrical sign. A sign or sign structure in which elec- similar display devices. trical wiring, connections, or fixtures are used. processes Flashing portable or on-premises sign. A sign which admin. Electronic message center. (See Changeable copy sign, contains an intermittent, sequential, or rotating light 2 automatic.) source or which, through reflection or other means, creates an illusion of flashing, intermittent, or rotating authority Equipment shelter. Any supporting building or cab- review light but excluding changeable copy signs. 3 inet which contains electronics, and other equipment associated with the operation of a telecommunication Flexible street sidewalk café. (See sidewalk café). districts facility antenna. zoning Flexible street sidewalk cafe area. The area calculated 4 Extended care facility. An institution devoted to pro- by multiplying the frontage of that portion of the prop- viding medical, nursing, or custodial care for an in- erty or building containing the business establishment standards dividual over a prolonged period, such as during the by the width of the sidewalk, less the area reserved for design 5 course of a chronic disease or the rehabilitation phase the unobstructed pedestrian walkway or the area ap- after an acute illness. proved by the City for the use as a sidewalk cafe. environment protection Façade. The entire building front including the parapet. Floating sign. A sign affixed to a vessel, boat, barge, 6 buoy or other floating structure which is placed or lo- Face of sign. The area of the sign in which the copy is landscaping cated upon any surface water. & buffering placed. Flood insurance rate map (FIRM). The official map 7 Family. Two or more persons residing together in a of the City on which the federal insurance adminis- house, apartment, or dwelling unit, where the associa- & loading trator has delineated both special areas and risk zones parking tion of the occupants is premised upon or based upon applicable to the City. 8 a legal or moral obligation of mutual support or the de- pendency of an occupant upon the support of another Floodplains or flood zone. Areas subject to flooding improvements in the household. as identified on flood insurance rate map or flood haz- public 9 ard boundary maps. Farmers’ Market. A market open to the public where all products sold are farm products, value‐added farm Floor area ratio (FAR). The ratio of the floor area of supplemental products, or a food or beverage product, and where the standards a building to the area of the lot on which the building 10 booths are operated by producers. is situated. Fence. A barrier erected to prevent escape or intrusion, subdivision Footprint. The outside perimeter of any structure. of land to mark a boundary or border, or to provide a buffer 11 between properties, land uses, or land use districts. Foster care facility. A structure which houses foster residents and provides a family living environment for standards Festoons. A string of ribbons, tinsel, small flags, or pin- sign the residents, including such supervision and care as 12 wheels. may be necessary to meet the physical, emotional or social needs of the residents. management Filling (service) station. (See service station). concurrency Fracking. The process of injecting liquid at high pres- 13 Flag, Feather. A lightweight, flexible pole to which one sure into subterranean rocks, boreholes, etc., so as to side of a flexible fabric, generally in the shape of a feath- force open existing fissures and extract oil or gas. nonconformities er or similar shape, is attached, and which is used for 14 the primary purpose of advertising or attention-getting Freestanding sign. A sign supported upon the ground by the public display of visually communicative imag- by poles or braces and not attached to any building. es. Such banners are also known and sold under names enforcement which include, but are not limited to, “quill sign,” “ba- Frontage. The length of the property line of any one 15 nana banner,” “blade banner,” “flutter banner,” “flutter premises along a public right-of-way on which it bor- definitions section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 10 ders. Height (of a building). see Building Height definition. 1 Frontage, building. The length of an outside building Height (of a sign). The vertical distance measured from general wall facing a public right-of-way. the highest point of the sign, including embellishments, to the grade of the adjacent street or the surface grade Frontage Occupancy: The percentage of the total lot 2 beneath the sign, whichever is greater. frontage width that is occupied by the primary build- admin. processes ing façade, measured at the maximum front setback Historic resources. All areas, districts or sites contain- line. ing properties listed on the Florida Master Site File, the 3 National Register of Historic Places, or designated by review authority Garage apartment. An accessory building with stor- the city as historically, architecturally, or archaeologi- age capacity for not less than two motor vehicles, the cally significant via the placement on the Historic Site second floor of which is designed as a residence for not 4 Survey of 1987 or subsequent updates. zoning zoning more than one family and is subordinate to the princi- districts pal structure. Historical nonconforming waterfront development. Development containing a principal, waterfront build- 5 Garden wall. A wall that defines the frontage line and/ ing or structure which has been used continuously for design standards or the perimeter of the property. 50 years or more for nonprofit, water dependent activ- ities. Governmental sign. Any temporary, portable or per- 6 manent sign erected and maintained by the city, coun- Historic neighborhood. A geographically defined resi- protection environment ty, state, or federal government for traffic direction or dential area with a concentration of properties that have for designation of or direction to any school, hospital, some link, continuity or thematic relationship that uni- 7 historical site, or public service, property, or facility; or fies them aesthetically by historic or physical develop- & buffering used for any other public purpose. landscaping landscaping ment. These areas were established prior to October 27, 2020 by a subdivision plat, or recorded development or- Graffiti.Any writing or drawings that have been scrib- 8 der, building permits, or other agreement(s). (Ap- bled, scratched, or painted illicitly on a wall or other parking proved: 10-27-2020; Ord. No. 2759) & loading surface. Home occupation. Any occupation, profession or ser- 9 Ground-mounted facility. A free-standing struc- public vice conducted entirely within a dwelling and carried improvements ture designed as an antenna mount constructed on by a resident thereof, the conduct of which is clearly upon the ground. These include monopoles, latticed incidental or secondary to the main use of the structure or guyed towers, and camouflaged or stealth towers. for residential purposes. 10 The ground-mounted facility includes any associated standards supplemental equipment shelters and cabinets. Home office of convenience.A use where the occupant of a home conducts no business other than by phone or Group home. (See Community residential home.) 11 mail, where no persons are employed by the resident, of land of subdivision and where an office is needed for the purpose of send- Halfway Houses. A place where persons are aided in ing and receiving mail and telephone calls, maintaining readjusting to society following a period of imprison- records, and other similar functions. 12 sign ment, hospitalization or institutionalized treatment standards related to a criminal offense. Hospice center. A facility for the care of terminally ill Hard surface. Compacted shell, limestone, asphalt, patients. 13 concrete, or other similar substances. concurrency management Hospital. An institution providing human health ser- Hazardous waste. Waste, which, because of its phys- vices primarily for in‐patient medical and surgical care 14 ical, chemical, or infectious characteristics, may sig- for the physically or mentally sick and injured and in- cluding related support facilities. nonconformities nificantly contribute to an increase in mortality, cause a serious illness or pose a potential hazard to human Hotel. A facility offering transient lodging accommo- health or the environment when improperly transport- 15 dations to the general public and providing additional ed, disposed of, stored, treated or otherwise managed. enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 11 services such as restaurants, meeting rooms, entertain- Infrastructure. Structures which serve the common general ment and recreation facilities ancillary to the hotel use, needs of the city, such as: sewage disposal systems; 1 and is licensed as a public lodging establishment by the potable water systems; potable water well system; sol- state. id waste disposal sites or retention areas; stormwater processes systems; utilities; piers; docks; wharves; breakwaters; admin. Humorous sign. A temporary, movable sign which de- bulkheads; seawalls; bulwarks; revetments; causeways; 2 scribes a humorous or special event such as a birthday, marinas; navigation channels; bridges; and roadways. anniversary, wedding, etc., and which does not contain authority review any advertising copy. Intensity. The degree to which land is used, developed, 3 or otherwise altered from its natural undeveloped state. Hydraulic fracturing. The process in which fractures districts in rocks below the earth’s surface are forced open and Junkyard. An open area where used or secondhand zoning widened by injecting chemicals and liquids at high parts and materials are salvaged, recycled, bought, 4 pressure and typically used to extract natural gas or oil. sold, exchanged, stored, baled, packed, disassembled, or handled, including, but not limited to, scrap iron standards Identification sign.A sign whose copy is limited to the design and other metals, cloths, paper, rags, plumbing fix- 5 name and address of a building, institution, or person, tures, rubber tires and bottles, but excluding motor activity or occupation being identified. vehicle wrecking yards. environment protection Illegal sign. A sign which does not meet the require- Kennel. An establishment which houses and provides 6 ments of this Chapter and which has not received legal care for household pets and where grooming, breed- landscaping nonconforming status. ing, boarding, training or selling of animals is con- & buffering ducted for profit. 7 Illuminated sign. A sign with an artificial light source incorporated internally or externally for the purpose of Kennel, private. An accessory structure used for pur- & loading illuminating the sign. poses of providing shelter or restraining household parking pets. 8 Impervious surface. Any hard-surfaced, man-made area that does not readily absorb or retain water, in- Labor Pool. An employment agency specializing in improvements cluding but not limited to building roofs, parking and public very short-term contracts for manual labor where the 9 driveway areas, tennis courts, sidewalks, and paved rec- worker is hired and paid one day at a time. reation areas. Wooden slatted decks and the water area supplemental of swimming pools shall be considered to be pervious. Land. The earth, water, and air, above and below, or standards ground surface, and including any improvements or 10 Impervious surface ratio (ISR). The ratio of the total structures affixed to or customarily regarded as land. impervious surface area to the gross area of a lot or par- subdivision subdivision cel. Land use. Development that has occurred on the land, of land 11 the development that is proposed by a developer on Incidental sign. A small sign, emblem, or decal, locat- the land, or the use that is permitted or permissible ed on the window or wall of the building, informing on the land under an adopted comprehensive plan or standards sign the public of goods, facilities, or services available on element or portion thereof, unified land development 12 the premises, e.g., a credit card sign or sign indicating code, or a land development code, as the context may management hours of business. indicate. concurrency 13 Industrial uses. Any activity within land areas pre- Land use district. A categorization or grouping of dominantly connected with manufacturing, assembly, activities, uses, types of developments (land uses) ac- nonconformities processing, or storage of products resulting from such cording to common characteristics as established in activities. the future land use element of the City of Panama City 14 Comprehensive Plan and shown on the official land Inflatable advertising device. A device which is in- enforcement use map. flated with air or another gas, or which is activated by 15 wind, air, or propelled gas and used for outdoor adver- Landscaping. Land enhancement or beautification re- definitions tising purposes. sulting from planting of trees, grass, shrubs, or other section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 12 plant materials, or by altering ground contours. Lot frontage. The property line affronting a roadway right-of-way which provides the principal access and is 1 Laundry, self-service (laundromat). A business rent- used by the U.S. Postal Service for the delivery of mail general ing machines and equipment to individual customers to the structure located on the property. for the washing, drying and otherwise processing of 2 laundry, under supervision. Lot, interior. A lot abutting only one street or vehicular admin. right-of-way (see Exhibit 116-1). processes Level of service. An indicator of the extent or degree Lot of record. A subdivision lot, the title to which has of service provided by, or proposed to be provided by, been recorded in the official records of Bay County, 3 a facility based on or related to the operational charac- Florida. review authority teristics of the facility. Lot split. Division of land into two lots where no drain- Live/Work Unit: A mixed-use residential unit that 4 age, roadway or other improvement except installation zoning zoning is allowed to house a flexible combination of limit- districts of utilities is required and the lots have direct access to ed commercial functions and the primary residential a street or roadway. function. The commercial function may be anywhere 5 in the unit. It is intended to be occupied by a business Lot, substandard. Any lot that does not conform in design standards operator or employee who lives in the same structure area or width to the minimum requirements of this that contains the commercial activity or industry. Unified Land Development Code. 6 Local planning agency. An appointed commission Lot, through. A lot that extends through the block protection environment or board designated to make recommendations to the from one street right-of-way to another street right-of- city commission regarding the comprehensive plan, way (see Diagram 1.1). 7 unified land development code, or other tasks as as- & buffering Lot width. The mean horizontal distance between the landscaping landscaping signed by the elected governing body. side lot lines, measured at right angles to the depth. Local road. A roadway providing service which is of 8 Low income families. “Lower income families” as de- parking relatively low traffic volume, short average trip length & loading or minimal through traffic movement, and high-vol- fined under the applicable Florida State guidelines. ume land need access for abutting property. 9 Low-THC Cannabis. A plant of the genus cannabis, the public improvements Lot. A parcel, tract, or area of land established by plat, dried flowers of which contain 0.8 percent or less of tet- subdivision, deed, or other instrument of conveyance rahydrocannabinol and more than 10 percent of canna- legally defined on a subdivision map recorded with the bidiol weight for weight: the seeds thereof: the resin ex- 10 tracted from any part of such plant: or any compound, standards Bay County Property Appraiser’s Office, or a parcel of supplemental land defined by a legal record or survey map. manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of such plant or its seed or resin. 11 Lot, corner. A lot abutting two or more intersecting of land of subdivision streets (see Exhibit 116-1). Macrocell. Cell sites usually used in remote areas where they may have their own power source from diesel or Lot coverage. The area of a lot or parcel covered by propane power supplies. 12 sign buildings, structures, pavement, or other impervious standards surface. Major thoroughfare. Any principal arterial, minor ar- terial or collector roadway as classified by the Florida 13 Lot depth. The depth of lot is the distance measured Department of Transportation. concurrency management from the midpoint of the front lot line to the midpoint of the opposite rear lot line. Manager. The City Manager of the City or his designee. 14 Lot, flag. A lot which is only accessible from the right- Mansard. A sloped roof or roof-like facade architectur- nonconformities of-way by a very long and narrow strip of the same ally comparable to an exterior building wall. lot, and where the bulk of the lot has no right-of-way Manufactured building. A closed structure, building 15 frontage. (see Exhibit 116-1) assembly, or system of subassemblies, which may in- enforcement clude structural, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilat- 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 13 ing, or other service systems manufactured for instal- Manufacturing. The mechanical or chemical trans- general lation or erection as a finished building or as part of a formation of materials or substances into new prod- 1 finished building, which shall include, but not be lim- ucts, including the assembling of component parts, the ited to, residential, commercial, institutional, storage, manufacturing of products, and the blending of ma- processes and industrial structures. terials. admin. 2 Manufacturing, heavy. The manufacture or com- Exhibit 116-1: Definitions of Types of Lots authority pounding process of raw materials. Any activity review engaged in manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, 3 packaging or other industrial processing of products primarily from extracted or raw materials or the bulk districts storage and handling of such products and materials, zoning 4 or an industrial establishment having potential to pro- duce noise, dust, glare, odors, or vibration beyond its standards property line. design 5 Manufacturing, light. The manufacture, predomi- environment nately from previously prepared materials, of finished protection products or parts, including processing, fabrication, 6 assembly, treatment and packaging of such products, and incidental storage, sales, and distribution of such landscaping & buffering products, provided all manufacturing activities are contained entirely within a building and noise, odor, 7 smoke, heat, glare, and vibration resulting from the & loading manufacturing activity are confined entirely within parking the building. 8 Manufactured home. A factory-built, single-family structure that is manufactured under the authority of . Marina, commercial. Any dock or facility offering improvements . . the National Manufactured Home Construction and spaces for boat dockage or slip rentals not associat- public Safety Standards Act, is transportable in one or more ed with the regular fabrication, repair, construction 9 sections, is built on a permanent chassis, and is used as a or maintenance of boats or vessels or the removal of supplemental place of human habitation; but which is not constructed boats or vessels from the water for such purposes. Any standards with a permanent hitch or other device allowing trans- dock, with or without spaces for slip rental, where fuel 10 port of the unit other than for the purpose of delivery or merchandise may be purchased, shall be deemed a to a permanent site, and which does not have wheels or commercial marina. subdivision of land axles permanently attached to its body or frame. The 11 term “manufactured home” does not include a “recre- Marina, private. Any dock or facility having spaces ational vehicle” or “travel trailer”. for boat dockage or slip rentals, the use of which is restricted to membership of a private club or organi- standards sign Manufactured home lot. An area of land within a zation, including yacht clubs, sailing associations and 12 planned manufactured home subdivision designed to other like and similar types or [of] organizations. management accommodate one manufactured home. concurrency Marine facility. Any business associated with the con- 13 Manufactured home subdivision. A parcel of land struction, fabrication, refurbishing, repair or main- which has been planned and improved for the place- tenance of boats or vessels, including equipment in- nonconformities ment of manufactured homes for residential use on sin- stallation thereon or the removal of any boat or vessel gle lots with private ownership of the lots. from the water for any such purpose. 14 Manufactured housing. A general term used to de- Marquee. A permanent roof-like structure or canopy enforcement scribe a type of housing that is produced, either com- of rigid materials supported by and extending from the 15 pletely or partially in a factory. facade of a building. definitions section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 14 Marquee sign. Any sign attached to or supported by a Motor vehicle. The word “motor vehicle” shall have the marquee structure. meaning set forth in F.S. Ch. 320. 1 general Medical Cannabis. All parts of any plant of the genus Multifamily attached dwellings. A structure that con- cannabis, whether growing or not: the seeds thereof: tains three or more dwelling units that share common 2 the resin extracted from any part of the plant: and ev- walls or floor/ceilings with one or more units. Multi- admin. ery compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, family attached dwellings includes structures common- processes or preparation of the plant or its seeds or resin. ly called apartments, condominiums, and townhouses. Multiple-resident dwelling. A structure designed or 3 Medical Cannabis Activities. Without limitation, the used for residential occupancy by more than two peo- review authority growing, cultivation, processing, manufacturing, dis- ple, with or without separate kitchen or dining facilities, pensing, distribution, and wholesale and retail sale of rooming-houses, boardinghouses, fraternities, sorori- 4 Medical Cannabis. Low-THC Cannabis, and Deriva- ties, dormitories, and like accommodations. zoning zoning districts tive Products, or any subset of such activities, or any related activities. Multi-plex: Large. A medium-to large-sized structure that typically consists of 7 to18 side-by-side and/or 5 Microbrewery. A brewery that produces less than design stacked dwelling units, typically with one shared entry. standards 15,000 US barrels (460,000 US gallons) per year. The Large Multi-plex is appropriately scaled to fit with- in Neighborhood Downtown areas, and other similar Mitigation, development. The improvement to a pub- 6 walkable neighborhood districts. lic facility or service to reduce the impact of a proposed protection environment development. Multi-plex: Small. A medium-sized structure that typically consists of 3 to 6 side-by-side and/or stacked 7 Mitigation, hazard. The reduction, elimination, redi- dwelling units typically with one shared entry or indi- rection, or avoidance of the effect of the impact or risk & buffering landscaping landscaping vidual entries along the front. The Small Multi-plex has of a hazard to human life or personal property. the appearance of a medium-sized family home and is 8 Mixed use. Areas intended to provide a functional mix appropriately scaled to fit within Neighborhood Gener- parking & loading of residential and nonresidential activities or uses. al and similar walkable neighborhood districts. Mural. A original, one-of-a-kind unique design which 9 Mobile home. An obsolete term used herein to de- public scribe a single-wide home or trailer, prefabricated in does not contain promotional or commercial advertis- improvements whole or part and not complying with the HUD Code ing painted or drawn on a wall. or DCA requirements and without DCA insignia. A 10 Nameplate. A nonelectric, on-premises identification newer mobile home is allowed in a mobile home park standards sign giving only the name, address, and occupation of supplemental as a replacement for an older mobile home, provided an occupant or group of occupants. that it is not older than 15 years old. 11 of land of National manufactured home construction and safe- Mobile home park. An obsolete term used to describe subdivision ty standards. The national code for all manufactured an area where spaces are rented to mobile home own- homes built since June 15, 1976, written and adminis- ers. It is no longer authorized for new developments 12 tered by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Develop- sign in the city. standards ment; also known as the “HUD Code.” Monopole. A style of free-standing antenna mount Neighborhood Commercial. Provides areas for com- that is composed of a single shaft or pole, and is de- 13 mercial development such as compact shopping areas signed to support itself without the use of guy wires or concurrency management located in the neighborhood which they serve. The lo- other stabilization devices. cation of such areas is intended to conveniently supply 14 Monument sign. A sign designed to be mounted on a the immediate needs of the neighborhood where the types of services rendered and the commodities sold are nonconformities concrete footing or similar support which allows the base of the sign structure to be placed at grade level those which are needed daily and purchased at frequent intervals. Commercial operations not exceeding 20,000 15 and not supported by poles or attached to other struc- square feet. enforcement tures. 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 15 Neighborhood Park. An area reserved for recreational Open Air Retail. A retail sales establishment operated general space which serves the population of a neighborhood. primarily in the open air including, but not limited to: 1 It consists of a minimum acreage of one-half acre. and is farmers market, flea markets, sidewalk kiosks and the generally accessible by bicycle or pedestrian ways. like. Uses not included are: car sales, equipment sales, processes boats sales, and home and garden supplies and equip- admin. Newspaper Collection Box. Any box, container, or ment. 2 device which is used for the collection of newspaper deposited by the general public and intended for recy- Open space. Areas that have no or very limited verti- authority review cling. cal structures and that provide opportunities for public 3 activities, recreation, stormwater management, or con- Newspaper of general circulation. A newspaper pub- servation. Open Space areas may be landscaped or left districts lished at least on a weekly basis and printed in the lan- in their natural state. Examples include public squares, zoning guage most commonly spoken in the area within which parks, and natural areas. 4 it circulates (but not including those newspapers in- tended primarily for members of a particular profes- Open space ratio (OSR). The amount of open space standards design sional or occupational group, a newspaper whose pri- area remaining on a lot or parcel as compared to the 5 mary function is to carry legal notices, or a newspaper impervious surface area of the same lot or parcel. that is given away primarily to distribute advertising). environment Outside or Display Sales. The sale of goods and prod- protection Nonconforming sign. ucts outside of a permanent structure that are clearly 6 1. A sign which was erected legally but which does related to the function contained in that structure. This landscaping not comply with subsequently enacted sign restric- includes, but is not limited to, landscape materials, & buffering tions and regulations. lawn and garden supplies, and produce. 7 2. A sign which does not conform to the require- Outside Storage. The storage of any material for a pe- & loading ments provided herein but for which a variance has riod greater than 48 hours, including items for sale, parking been issued. lease, processing and repair (excluding vehicles for 8 sale) outside the principal or accessory buildings on Nonconforming structure. A structure that does not a property. improvements conform to the provisions of this Unified Land Devel- public 9 opment Code as of the date of adoption. Owner. The record owner of the property. supplemental Nonconforming use. A lawful land use existing at the Painted wall sign. Any sign which is applied with standards time of passage of this Unified Land Development Code paint or similar substance on the face of a wall. 10 or amendments thereto, which does not conform with Parapet. The extension of a false front or wall above a the regulations of the district in which it is located. subdivision roofline or structural roof. of land 11 Nursing home. A facility for treatment of the ill, infirm, or elderly, as defined in the pertinent Florida Statutes. Parcel of land. An area of land capable of being de- scribed with such definition that its locations and standards sign Occupancy. The portion of a building or premises boundaries may be legally established. 12 owned, leased, rented, or otherwise occupied for a giv- Park. A parcel of land intended for neighborhood, management en use. concurrency community, or regional recreational use. Off-premises sign. A sign structure advertising an es- 13 tablishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, Park, community. An area reserved for recreational which is not sold, produced, manufactured, or fur- space with a minimum acreage of 2.5 acres. nonconformities nished at the property on which said sign is located, 14 e.g., “billboards” or “outdoor advertising.” Park model trailer (also referred to as park model cabin, park model camper, park model home, FEMA enforcement park model or recreational park model trailer). A On-premises sign. A sign which pertains to the use of 15 the premises on which it is located. recreational vehicle primarily designed and intended definitions to provide temporary living quarters for recreation, section 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 16 camping, or seasonal use (for periods up to 180 days). Plat. A map or delineated representation of the subdi- It is built on a single chasis, mounted on wheels, with vision of lands, being a complete exact representation 1 a gross trailer area generally not exceeding 400 square of the subdivision and other information in compliance general feet. Those models which exceed 400 square feet in with the requirement of all applicable sections of F.S. size, must meet standards of the U.S. Department of 177. 2 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and have a admin. Playground. A recreation area intended for the use of processes HUD permit decal placed on them. children and having playground equipment. Park, community. An area reserved for recreational 3 space with a minimum acreage of 2.5 acres. Plaza sign. An on-premises sign of a facility which is a review authority multiple occupancy complex for more than one busi- Parking lot. An area or parcel of land used for tempo- ness, consisting of a parcel of property, or parcel of con- 4 rary, off-street parking of vehicles. tiguous properties, existing as a unified or coordinated zoning zoning districts project, with a building or buildings housing more than Parking structure. Any garage, building, deck, plat- one occupant. form, or similar structure other than a parking lot to 5 be used for the temproary or long-term parking of mo- Point of purchase display. Advertising of a retail item design standards tor vehicles. on the product display, e.g., an advertisement on a product dispenser. Parking, tandem. The placement of parking spac- 6 es one behind the other, so that the space nearest the Political sign. A temporary sign used in connection protection environment drive aisle or street access serves as the only means of with a local, state, or national election or referendum. access to the other space. 7 Pollution. The presence of any noise or contaminant, & buffering Person. An individual, corporation, governmental which alters the chemical, physical, biological, or radio- landscaping landscaping agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, asso- logical integrity of the air, water, or ground. ciation, two or more persons having a joint or com- 8 Portable sign. Any sign designed to be moved easily parking mon interest, or any other legal entity. & loading and not permanently affixed to the ground or to a struc- Personal service. Services generally provided by a ture or building, not including portable governmental 9 nonretail business or professional office, which are of- signs. public improvements fered entirely on the business premises. Such business- es include: professional and business offices, clinics, Portable Storage Containers. A transportable enclo- laboratories, educational services, and beauty salons. sure rented for use as temporary, onsite storage. Por- 10 table storage containers are also commonly referred to standards supplemental Personal Services, Restricted. A personal service es- using the trade name “PODS”. tablishment that may tend to have a blighting and/or Potable water facilities. A system of structures de- 11 deteriorating effect upon surrounding areas and that of land of subdivision may need to be dispersed from other similar uses to signed to collect, treat, or distribute potable water, in- minimize its adverse impacts, including check-cashing cluding water wells, treatment plants, reservoirs, and services and tattooing, piercing, and similar services. distribution mains. 12 sign These uses may also include accessory retail sales of standards Prefabricated home. A general term used to describe products related to the services provided. any home constructed in a factory setting including 13 Planned Unit Development (PUD). A development manufactured homes, modular homes and industrial- concurrency management guided by a total design plan in which one or more ized homes. land development regulations or code provisions may Premises. A lot or parcel of land together with all struc- be waived or varied to allow flexibility and credibility 14 tures, buildings, grounds or other appurtenances locat- in site, deign, and location, in accordance with general nonconformities ed thereon. provisions. Principal structure. The central or primary structure 15 Planning Director. See Director definition. located on a lot or parcel. enforcement 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 17 Produce and fruit stand. A structure built for the dis- trailer, which is built on a single chassis, four hundred general play and sale of fresh produce only, but not prepackaged (400) square feet or less when measured at the largest 1 or home prepared or refrigerated foods. horizontal projection, designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light-duty truck and processes Project. The particular lot, tract of land, project or oth- designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwell- admin. er development unit for which the applicant files an ap- ing but as temporary living quarters for recreational, 2 plication under this [Land Use] Code. camping, travel, or seasonal use. authority Projecting sign. A sign, other than a flat wall sign, review Remuneration. The compensation, money, rents or 3 which is attached to and projects from a building wall other bargained given in return for occupancy, posi- or other structure not specifically designed to support tion or use of real property. districts the sign. zoning Residential care facilities. Residential care facilities 4 Public access. An area of land or other means of ingress are those facilities providing both housing (for varying or egress which legally enables members of the public periods of time) and health care services. Among such standards to enter upon or to utilize public facilities, parks, water design facilities are adult congregate living facilities, group 5 bodies, or other public areas. care homes, recovery homes, residential treatment fa- cilities, emergency shelters, and nursing homes, as any environment Public facilities. Utilities and services provided to the protection of the preceding may be defined in the pertinent Flor- public, including transportation systems or facilities, 6 ida Statutes. sewer systems or facilities, solid waste systems or facil- landscaping ities, drainage systems or facilities, potable water sys- Residential Design Manufactured Home (RDMH). & buffering tems or facilities, educational systems or facilities, parks A manufactured home that meets the eligibility re- 7 and recreation systems or facilities and public health quirements for a Fannie Mae MH Advantage® or Fred- systems or facilities. die Mac CHOICEHome™. & loading parking parking Public/institutional uses. Activities in structures or Residential docks and boat structures. Accessory 8 upon lands which are owned, leased, or operated by structures built over a body of water for the purpose of a government, quasi-public, or nonprofit entity, such mooring boats and watercraft, consisting of two slips improvements public as civic and community centers, churches, hospitals, per dwelling unit, for recreational purposes. 9 libraries, police stations, fire stations, government ad- ministration buildings, education and military facili- Residential uses. Dwellings and homes upon land for supplemental ties. the housing of a family and personal belongings. standards 10 Public services. Programs determined necessary by lo- Restaurant. An establishment whose principal busi- cal government for the operation and maintenance of ness is the sale of food and/or beverages for consump- subdivision of land public facilities and infrastructure as well as education- tion within the restaurant, i.e., sit-down atmosphere. 11 al, health care, social and like programs necessary to support the comprehensive plan or as required by local, Restaurant, fast food. An establishment, including standards state, or federal law. drive-in restaurants, whose principal business is the sign 12 sale of a wide range of food or beverages in a ready-to- Quadraplex. A residential building containing four consume state and usually served in disposable con- management separate dwelling units joined by common walls. tainers and meant to be consumed within the restau- concurrency rant building; within a motor vehicle parked on the 13 Real estate sign. A temporary sign advertising the real premises; or off the premises as carryout orders. estate upon which the sign is located as being for rent, nonconformities lease, or sale. Restrictive covenant. A provision within a document 14 of conveyance, deed or an instrument which restricts Recreational uses. Athletic, musical, and entertain- or limits the use of land. ment activities occurring in areas designated for such enforcement purposes. Right-of-way. Land in which the state, a county, or a 15 municipality owns the fee simple title or has an ease- definitions Recreational vehicle (RV). A vehicle, including a travel section ment for transportation or utility use, or both. 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 18 Roadway functional classification.The assignment of Shipping container home. A dwelling constructed of roads into categories according to the character of ser- one or more shipping containers that have been modi- 1 vice they provide in relation to the total road network. fied for residential use. general Basic functional categories include limited access fa- cilities, arterial roads, and collector roads, which may Shipping container structure. A structure constructed 2 be categorized within the classification as principal, of one or more shipping containers. admin. processes major or minor network and grouped into urban and Shoreline. The interface of land and water as deter- rural categories. mined by the mean high tide line. 3 Roofline. The top edge of a roof or building parapet, review authority whichever is higher, excluding any cupolas, pylons, Shrub. A self-supporting woody plant, either decidu- chimneys, or minor projections. ous or evergreen, with several stems and a normal ma- 4 ture height of three to 20 feet. zoning zoning districts Roof sign. Any sign erected over or on the roof of a building. Sidewalk. That portion of a public street right-of-way between the curb line or the edge of the pavement of a 5 Rotating sign. A sign in which the sign itself or any street and the adjacent property line/building structure design standards portion of the sign moves in a revolving or similar built to the property line which is improved for use by manner. Such motion does not refer to methods of pedestrians. 6 changing copy. Sidewalk café. A use located adjacent to a sidewalk and protection environment Rowhouse. A small-to medium sized attached struc- related parking spaces associated with a business estab- ture that consists of 2 to 8 dwelling units placed side- lishment which serves or sells food including beverage 7 by-side on either a single lot or individual lots. This products and is located in the abutting building. & buffering landscaping landscaping type is typically located within Neighborhood Down- town or General areas, or other similar walkable neigh- Sign. Any writing (including letter, word, or numeral), pictorial presentation (including illustration or deco- 8 borhood districts. parking ration), emblem (including device, symbol, or trade- & loading Salvage yard. A business which collects, dismantles, mark), flag (including banner or pennant), or any other salvages, or stores waste material, inoperative appli- figure of similar character, that: 9 public ances, inoperative motor vehicles, or other products, (1) Is a structure or any part thereof, or is attached to, improvements tools or machinery for the purpose of resale either as painted on, or in any other manner represented on a used parts or reusable materials. building or other structure; 10 standards Sanitary sewer facilities. Structures or systems de- (2) Is used to announce, direct attention to, or adver- supplemental signed for the collection, transmission, treatment, tise; and or disposal of sewage including mains, interceptors, 11 of land of treatment plants and disposal systems. (3) Is visible from outside a building. subdivision Screening. Any constructed wall, fence, building or A sign includes writing, representation, or other figures living plant material used for the purpose of visually of similar character, within a building, only when illu- 12 sign or functionally separating adjacent land uses. minated and located in a window. standards Service station. Any building, structure, or land used Sign, calculation of area of. 13 for the dispensing and sale, or offering for sale at retail, 1. Projecting and freestanding. The area of a free- concurrency management any motor fuels, oils, or accessories, and which may standing or projecting sign shall have all faces of the offer in conjunction therewith a minor motor vehicle sign counted in calculating its area. The area of the repair as distinguished from general motor vehicle re- sign shall be measured as follows if the sign is com- 14 pairs. posed of one or more individual faces: nonconformities Setback. The distance between the lot line and a verti- 2. Single-faced signs. For single-faced signs facing in 15 cal plane of the structure where such structure meets only one direction, the area within the perimeter of enforcement the ground. the face on which written or graphic advertising copy 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 19 is exhibited in the cabinet or module shall constitute Skilled nursing facility. An institution or part of an general the area of that sign. The perimeter of measurable institution that meets criteria for accreditation estab- 1 area shall not include embellishments such as pole lished by the sections of the Social Security Act. Skilled covers, framing, decorative roofing, etc., provided nursing care facilities include rehabilitation and vari- processes that there is no written or graphic advertising copy on ous medical and nursing procedures. admin. such embellishments. For billboards, the measurable 2 area shall also not include standard name plates, not Snipe sign. A temporary unpermitted sign, banner or poster of any material whatsoever that is attached in authority exceeding 6 feet by one foot, identifying the owner of review the sign, e.g. “Lamar,” “Board Works,” etc. any way to a utility pole, tree, fence, conventional sign 3 pole(s) or pedestal, or any other similar object located 3. Multi-faced signs. For multi-faced signs, the area or situated on public or private property. Snipe signs districts within the perimeter of each face on which written shall not include “posted property” signs. zoning or graphic advertising copy is exhibited of each cab- 4 inet or module shall be summed and then totaled to Solid waste. Garbage, rubbish, refuse, or other dis- carded material, including solid, liquid, semisolid, or standards determine the total area of that sign. The perimeter design of measurable area shall not include embellishments contained gaseous material resulting from domestic, 5 such as pole covers, framing, decorative roofing, etc., industrial, commercial, mining, agricultural, or gov- ernmental operations, and sludge from a waste treat- environment provided that there is no written or graphic advertis- protection ment works, water supply treatment plants, or air pol- ing copy on such embellishments, but with the excep- 6 tion of billboards as specified in subsection 6-15.2.2., lution control facilities. shall include the total of all faces, whether multi- landscaping Stealth. Placement of a wireless facility in such a way & buffering faced, back-to-back, or V-shaped. For billboards, the that it may not be discerned as being separate from 7 measurable area shall also not include standard name the principal use of a site. This may be accomplished plates, not exceeding 6 feet by one foot, identifying through visual screening, use of color or encasement & loading the owner of the sign, e.g. “Lamar,” “Board Works,” parking of the facility within an existing structure such as a etc. 8 steeple. A stealth installation may also include the 4. Total sign area. Unless otherwise qualified, e.g. placement of a new structure to contain the facility so improvements square footage “per face,” any reference in this chap- long as the new structure complies with the height, set- public ter to “sign area” or to a square footage without more, back and other requirements of the zoning code or is 9 shall mean total square footage of all faces for the sign. otherwise exempt from those requirements. supplemental Stop Work Order. A written order to stop work, issued standards 5. Wall signs. The area within a single, continuous 10 perimeter composed of any straight line geometric by the Planning Director, Code Enforcement Official figure which encloses the extreme limits of the adver- or Building Official, upon determining that work is be- subdivision subdivision tising message. If there is no such continuous perim- ing conducted in violation of this ordinance. of land 11 eter enclosure line, then the combined areas of the in- Stormwater. The flow of water which results from a dividual figures, plus the normal space between such rainfall event. standards figures shall be considered the total sign area. sign 12 Street or roadway. A public vehicular thoroughfare Sign, portable. A sign that is not permanently affixed which affords primary means of access to abutting management to a structure or the ground. concurrency property. 13 Single-wide. An obsolete term used to describe a mo- Street line. The boundary line or right-of-way line bile home or manufactured home having a width of be- running along both sides of a public vehicular thor- nonconformities tween 8 and 16 feet. oughfare. 14 Site plan. The development plan for one or more lots or Streetscape. The pedestrian and landscape improve- parcels which depicts existing and proposed conditions ments generally within public right of way, or provid- enforcement of the lot(s) or parcel(s) including all the requirements ed on private property if the right of way is not wide 15 set forth in this Unified Land Development Regulation enough to provide the area needed to provide trees and definitions section Code. sidewalks. 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 20 Structural alterations. Any change, except for repairs premises as a brewery, at which guests may sample the or replacement of the supporting members of a build- manufacturer’s products and consume other nonalco- 1 ing, such as loadbearing walls, columns, beams, gird- holic beverages. general ers, floor joists, roof joists or any extension of them. Tasting room. A use associated with and on the same 2 Structure. A mode of building constructed or installed premises as a winery or distillery, at which guests may admin. on a lot or parcel of land, including a movable struc- sample the manufacturer’s products and consume other processes ture, while it is located on the land, and which can be nonalcoholic beverages. used for housing, business, commercial, recreational, 3 or office purposes either temporarily or permanently. Tattoo establishment. Any location where tattooing is review authority “Structure” also includes billboards, swimming pools, engaged in or where the business of tattooing is con- and signs. ducted or any part thereof. The term “tattoo parlor” 4 falls within this definition. zoning zoning districts Structure-mounted telecommunication facility. A telecommunication facility attached to or upon Tavern. An establishment serving malt, vinous, and any commercial, industrial, public-institutional, or spirituous liquors in which the principal business is the 5 sale of such beverages at retail for consumption on the design multi-family structure. Such structure shall include standards buildings, water tanks, and other structures not origi- premises and where snacks are available for consump- nally designed as telecommunication antenna mounts. tion on the premises. 6 The structure-mounted telecommunication facility in- Temporary outdoor entertainment. An outdoor use protection cludes any associated equipment shelters and cabinets. environment open to the public such as a carnival, amusement rides, Stub Out. The extension of a street to an external fair, outdoor theater, promotional event, musical per- 7 property line to facilitate future roadway connection formance, or dance for a limited duration of time. & buffering landscaping landscaping and reduce traffic impacts on the road network. Telecommunication service. Commercial mobile ser- vices, wireless services, common carrier wireless ex- 8 Subdivision. The division of land into three or more parking change access services, and commercial broadcast ser- & loading lots, parcels, tracts, tiers, blocks, sites, units, or any other division of land; and includes establishment of vices including radio and television. new streets and alleys, additions, and resubdivisions; 9 Telecommunication facility. A facility for the provi- public and, when appropriate to the context, relates to the improvements sion of telecommunication services, including anten- process of subdividing or to the lands or area subdi- nas, mounts and associated equipment and equipment vided. If the subdivision divides one lot into two lots shelters. 10 and there are no required improvements and the lots standards supplemental have direct access to a street or roadway, it may be con- Telecommunication service provider. A company au- sidered a lot split. thorized by the FCC to operate a telecommunication 11 of land of Subdivision identification sign.A freestanding or service system, or broadcast in the commercial radio or subdivision wall sign identifying a recognized subdivision, condo- television bands. minium complex, or residential development. Temporary sign. A sign not constructed or intended 12 sign for long term use. standards Subdivision, major. All subdivisions not considered to be minor subdivisions. Toll. A legal term to delay, suspend or hold off the effect 13 Subdivision, minor. The division of land into no more of a statute. concurrency management than five lots where no drainage, roadway, or other im- Townhouse. A single-family dwelling unit constructed provements except installation of utilities is required. as part of a group of not less than two dwelling units 14 Sustainable development. Development that meets with individual entrances, and which share a common nonconformities the needs of the present without compromising the or similar floor plan, that are constructed for resale to ability of future generations to meet their own needs. individual owners, all of which are contiguous, custom- 15 arily owner-occupied, and share a common wall. enforcement Taproom. A use associated with and on the same 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Unified Land Development Code Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Page 16 - 21 Travel trailer. A vehicle designed as a temporary dwell- V sign. A sign shaped and constructed like the let- general ing for travel or recreational uses,when connected to ter “V” which consists of 2 faces, each of which may 1 utilities necessary for operation of installed fixtures and exhibit advertisements or messages, with the backs appliances, built on a single chassis not more than four- joined on one end, and with an interior angle not ex- processes teen feet in width. ceeding 45 degrees. admin. 2 Travel trailer park. A lot on which are parked 2 or Variance. The means by which an adjustment is made more travel trailers for a period of less than 30 days. in the application of the specific regulations of the uni- authority review fied land development code to a particular piece of 3 Tree. Any self-supporting deciduous or evergreen plant property, which property, because of special circum- which has a trunk diameter of no less than three inches stances applicable to it, is deprived of privileges com- districts and normally grows to an overall height of no less than monly enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity zoning 15 feet. and zone, and which adjustment remedies disparity in 4 privileges. Tri-action or tri-vision sign. A sign which consists of standards design a series of aluminum triangles which are mechanical- Vegetation (natural). Species of indigenous, naturally 5 ly turned/rotated at timed intervals by an electric mo- occurring plants which normally grow in the absence tor. All of the louvers rotate at one time or in sequence, environment of development or landscaping. protection taking approximately one second to change from one graphic to the next, like a slide projector changing from Vehicle sign. A sign or message painted upon or af- 6 one picture to the next. fixed to a vehicle or trailer for advertisement purposes landscaping which is not a standardized, uniform registered or li- & buffering Triplex. One residential building containing three sep- censed logo of the business. 7 arate dwelling units joined by common walls. Vehicle use area. Any portion of a development site & loading Twenty-five year storm. The storm water runoff re- used for circulation, parking, and/or display of motor- parking 8 sulting from precipitation of an intensity expected to be ized vehicles, except junk or automobile salvage yards. equaled or exceeded on the average, once in 25 years, Vested development. A development that has received improvements and of a duration which will produce the maximum public peak rate of runoff for the watershed of interest under development order approval under laws and policies 9 average antecedent wetness conditions. enacted prior to an amendment to the comprehensive plan or unified land development code. supplemental Under-canopy sign. A sign suspended beneath a cano- standards 10 py, ceiling, roof, or marquee Violation. The establishment, creation, expansion, al- teration, occupation or maintenance of any use, land Unified Land Development Code. Those portions of development activity, or structure, including but not subdivision of land the Municipal Code that the City is obligated to enforce limited to signs and buildings, that is inconsistent with 11 pursuant to F.S. Ch. 163, which regulate the develop- any provision of this Ordinance or any order, approval, ment and/or use of real property within the City limits. or authorization issued pursuant to this Ordinance. standards sign 12 Unnecessary hardship. Any case where a property Wall curtain. A non-load bearing perimeter curtain owner is deprived of all economic use or benefit from wall of concrete block or stucco on wire mesh, with a management the property in question, which deprivation must be es- minimum thickness of 4 inches, extending at a mini- concurrency tablished by competent financial evidence. mum from the ground surface to the bottom starter of 13 the exterior wall surfaces of the home, unpierced ex- Use. The purpose for which a building, lot, sign, or cept for required ventilation and access. nonconformities structure is intended, designed, occupied, or main- 14 tained. Wall or fascia sign. A sign attached parallel to and ex- tending not more than 12 inches from the wall of a Used car lot. A parcel of land used only for the display building. This definition includes painted, individual enforcement 15 and sale of used automobiles, excluding junkyards and letter, and cabinet signs, and signs on a mansard. storage of wrecked autos. definitions section Watershed. All of the land area draining to a particu- 16 City of Panama City, FL Page Chapter 116 - DEFINITIONS Unified Land Development Code 16 - 22 lar point on a water course or to a water body. ing unit, with one or more common walls, designed for Way‐Finding Sign. A sign designed to convey location owner occupancy. Zero lot line houses include patio 1 and direction. houses, garden homes, townhouses, row houses, du- general plexes, and the like. Window sign. A sign installed inside a window and 2 intended to be viewed from the outside. admin. processes Water bodies. Permanently or temporary flooded Exhibit 116-2: Definition of Yard Setbacks lands with water depth such that water, and not the air 3 is the principal medium, which may be part of wetlands review authority and are also referred to as water courses, waterways, etc. Water bodies include rivers, estuaries, creeks and 4 streams, drainageways, ponds and lakes, and sloughs. zoning zoning districts Water-dependent uses. Activities which can be car- ried out only on, in or adjacent to water areas because 5 the use requires direct access to the water body for: design standards waterborne transportation including ports, marinas; waterborne recreation activities; electrical generating 6 facilities; or water supply. protection environment Wetlands. That which is defined in F.S. § 373.019 or Part 33 Code of Federal Regulations (328.3), as either 7 may be amended or superseded. & buffering landscaping landscaping Wireless Communications. Any personal wireless service, which includes but is not limited to, cellular, 8 parking personal communication services (PCS), specialized & loading mobile radio (SMR), enhanced specialized mobile ra- dio (ESMR), unlicensed spectrum services utilizing 9 public Part 15 devices (i.e. wireless internet services) and improvements paging. Xeriscape. Landscape (an area) in a style which re- 10 standards quires little or no irrigation. supplemental Yard, front. An open space across the full width of a 11 lot, extending from the front line of a building or any of land of subdivision projections thereof (except the roof overhang or un- covered steps), to the front lot line (see Lot line, front) (see Exhibit 116-2). 12 sign Yard, rear. An open space extending across the full standards width of the lot and between the rear lot and rear line of the building, or any projections thereof (except the 13 roof overhang or uncovered steps) (see Exhibit 116- concurrency management 2). Yard, side. An open unoccupied space on the same lot 14 with the main building, situated between the side line nonconformities of a building, or any projections thereof, and side lot line (excluding roof overhang) (see Exhibit 116-2). 15 enforcement Zero lot line house. An attached, single-family hous- 16 City of Panama City, FL section definitions Appendix A | DESIGN BEST PRACTICES Shopfront Design These shopfront design best practices should apply to new or improved shopfronts in the neighborhood districts; the intent is to provide active building facades and support the pedestrian experience. 1. The top of all shopfront window sills should be between one (1) and three (3) feet above the adjacent sidewalk. 2. Shopfront windows should extend up from the sill at least eight (8) feet above the adjacent sidewalk. 3. Shopfronts should have a cornice or expression line above, between the first and second story. 4. Shopfront windows should not be made opaque by window treatments (excepting operable sunscreen devices within the conditioned space). Reflective and frosted glass should not be used on shopfronts. 5. Shopfront doors should contain at least sixty (60) percent transparent glass. Solid doors are discouraged. 6. A minimum of fifteen (15) feet of depth of habitable space should be provided behind each shopfront on the primary facade. This ensures that the area behind shopfronts is sufficient enough to be an actively used retail space. Shopfronts in Panama City CORNICE Window Hoods/ Lintels UPPER FACADE Masonry Pier EXPRESSION LINE Transom STOREFRONT Display Window Bulkhead Anatomy of a shopfront A . 1 Masonry Detailing These masonry detailing best practices should apply to the facades and building walls of all structures which are faced with brick masonry, stone, or cast stone. 1. Headers: A header is the horizontal member (or assembly of members) visibly spanning the top of an opening. Lintel Jack arch • All openings in masonry construction should be spanned by a header. Permitted header forms should be the lintel, arch, and jack arch. • Headers may be composed of more ornate moldings or pediments. The header should visually appear able to carry the wall load above. • Headers may be comprised of a variety of materials, including: brick, stone, cast stone, cast concrete, wood, and metal. • All headers on a building should be of a matching Not permitted Not permitted style and material. • Headers should be wider than the opening they span. 2. Sill: A sill is the horizontal member (or assembly of members) at the base of a window or door opening. • All window and door openings in masonry construction should have a sill at their base. • Sills should be generally rectangular in form, and slope slightly away from the opening to shed water. • Sills may be comprised of a variety of materials. Permitted materials include: brick, stone, cast stone, Brick jack arch Stuccoed masonry lintel and concrete. • All sills on a building should be of a matching style and material. • Sills should be a minimum of two (2) inches in height and should project from the wall surface a minimum of one half (1/2) inch. • Sills should be slightly wider than the opening. 3. Cap: A cap is the protective top layer of a masonry structure exposed to weather from above, such as a Brick sill Continuous concrete sill wall, parapet, or chimney. • A cap should protect the tops of all masonry structures exposed to the weather including: garden walls, stair treads, planter edges, parapets, and freestanding piers. • Caps should be comprised of stone, cast stone, brick, concrete, or slate. A • The edges of caps may be rectangular, or may be more ornate. Cast stone cornice cap Concrete pier cap • Caps should project past the edge of the masonry Examples of masonry detailing structure below by a minimum of one half (1/2) inch. APPENDIX A . 2 Roofs and Parapets 1. Roofs should feature the following configurations: • Gabled • Hipped • Flat / Shed 2. Gabled and hipped roofs may either rise from a projecting cornice, or from behind a parapet. Visible gabled roof ends should be symmetrically pitched. Flat Gabled roof / Shed roofs should always be concealed behind a parapet. 3. The profile of parapets may be sculpted, with additional vertical emphasis corresponding to a prominent facade fenestration centerline. 4. A taller portion of a sculpted parapet may incorporate a signage panel. 5. All mechanical equipment placed on the roof should be set back from the roof line by a distance at least equivalent to the height of the screening in order to minimize visibility from surrounding streets. Hipped roof Hipped roof with parapet Flat roof with parapet A . 3 Frontage Encroachments The frontage elements described below may encroach forward of the building setback and into the public right- of-way with City approval. Encroachments should not extend within 2’ of the curb. In Neighborhood Downtown areas, properties subject to the Building Setback Zone should have an Awning/Canopy, Gallery, or Second-story Balcony extending over at least seventy (70) percent of the building facade, to provide shelter for pedestrians on the sidewalk. Frontage Element Conditions or Limits A canopy is a structural cantilevered shed roof; an awning is canvas or similar mate- Canopy / rial and may be fixed or retractable. Awnings or canopies over ground-story doors or Awning windows should have a depth of at least five (5) feet and a clear height of at least eight (8) feet above the sidewalk. Back-lit, high-gloss, or plasticized fabrics are not desired. A gallery should have a clear width from its support columns to the building’s primary facade of at least eight (8) feet and a clear height above the sidewalk of at least ten (10) feet. Support columns should be spaced no farther apart than they are tall and Gallery should be placed to allow at least two (2) feet and up to three (3) feet from their outer face to the curb. When a gallery extends over a public sidewalk, the property owner may be required to enter into a right-of-way agreement in a form acceptable to the City. Second-story balconies that fulfill the shading requirements for properties with a spe- cial setback line should have a depth of at least 6 feet and a clear height below of at Balconies least ten (10) feet above the sidewalk. Balconies may have roofs but should be open toward the primary street. Stoop stairs may be perpendicular or parallel to the building facade. Stoops extend- ing into the right-of-way should maintain a 6’ min. clear zone for pedestrians on the sidewalk. When a stoop extends over a public sidewalk, the property owner may be Stoops / required to enter into a right-of-way agreement in a form acceptable to the City. Porches Porches may extend up to ten (10) feet into setbacks. Front porches, and side porch- es that extend into the setback, should be at least eight (8) feet deep. Partial walls, A screened areas, and railing on porches should be no higher than forty-two (42) inches. APPENDIX A . 4 Lighting Guidelines 1. Lighting should be designed in such a way as to prevent the direct view of the light source from neighboring residential areas. 2. To increase safety, help geographic orientation, and highlight the identity of an area, the following elements are encouraged to be lit: • Edges: Edges of a park or plaza should be lit to define and identify the space. • Architectural details: Lighting entrances, archways, cornices, columns, and so forth can call attention to the uniqueness of a building, or place. Lighting of building entrances also contributes to safety. • Focal points: Lighted sculptures, fountains, and towers in a neighborhood, especially those visible to pedestrians and vehicles, provide a form of wayfinding. • Public parking lots 3. Lighting Types & Configurations: Lighting fixtures should be appropriately chosen for the district within which they are located. Variety in character is good to establish identity and uniqueness. However, there should also be consistency within each district (coordinated by the City/CRA) in creating a unifying scheme of illumination that is appropriate to the scale of the street and the level of nighttime activity. Lamp styles should not be mixed along any one particular block of a street • Light fixtures should be downcast or low cut-off fixtures to prevent light pollution and reduce backlighting, Examples of downcast directional lighting uplighting, and glare. Source: Darksky.org • In order to conserve energy and reduce long-term costs, energy-efficient lamps should be used. • Lighting should be shielded to prevent the direct view of the bulb or light source. 4. Street Lights: • Placement of street light fixtures should be coordinated with the organization of sidewalks, landscaping, street trees, building entries, curb cuts, signage, etc. • The height of light fixtures should be kept low (generally not taller than 15 feet) to promote a pedestrian scale to the public realm and to minimize light spill to adjoining properties. Light fixtures should be closely spaced (generally not more than 60 feet on center) to provide appropriate levels of illumination. • Light poles may include armature that allows for the hanging of banners or other amenities (e.g., hanging flower baskets, artwork, etc.). A . 5