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ITEM D
Consent
Informational
Public Hearing X
Regular
December 13, 1999
Meeting
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Authorization
REQUEST:
The Community Development Department - Planning Division requests the City Commission
hold a public hearing to transmit the large scale comprehensive plan amendment (LG-CPA-1-99)
to the Florida Department of Community Affairs, that would create a Future Land Use Map
designation "Town Center" and add goal, objectives, and policies to the text of the Land Use
Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan (Volume 2 of2).
PURPOSE:
The plan amendment is intended to establish a Town Center in the Comprehensive Plan that
would allow creation of a "primary civic, business, and service focus for the City".
APPLICABLE LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY:
The provisions of 163.3184(3)(a) F.S. which state: "Each local governing body shall transmit the
complete proposed comprehensive plan or plan amendment to the state land planning agency,
the appropriate regional planning council and water management district, tJie department, and
the Department of Transportation immediately following a public hearing 'pursuant to subsection
(15) as specified in the state land planning agency's procedural rules. The local governing body
shall also transmit a copy of the complete proposed comprehensive plan or plan amendment to
any other unit of local government or government agency in the state that has filed a written
request with the governing body for the plan or plan amendment. "
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The provisions of 163.3184(15)(b) F.S. which state: "The local governing body shall hold at least
one advertised public hearing on the proposed comprehensive plan or plan amendment as
follows:
1. The first public hearing shall be held at the transmittal stage pursuant to
subsection (3). It shall be held on a weekday at least 7 days after the day that the
advertisement is published.
2. The second public hearing shall be held at the adoption stage pursuant to
subsection (7). It shall be held on a weekday at least 5 days after the day that the
second advertisement is published."
CONSIDERATIONS:
· In 1997, The S.R. 434 Corridor Vision Plan outlined a "Town Center" located around the
intersection of S.R. 434 and Tuskawilla Road.
· Policy 3)c. of the Traffic Circulation Element the City's Comprehensive Plan refers to
the "creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a primary civic,
business, and service focus for the City".
. The City Commission has approved a Town Center concept Plan prepared by Dover,
Kohl & Partners.
· A specific Town Center Vision Statement has been included to set the framework for the
development ofthe Town Center, as is encouraged by 163.3167(11) F.S.
. The Local Planning Agency, at its November 3, 1999 and November 24, 1999 meeting
recommended the City Commission transmit the Town Center large scale comprehensive
plan amendment (LG-CPA-I-99) to the Florida Department of Community Affairs for its
review and comment (ORC Report).
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
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FINDINGS:
. The proposed future land use change from "Mixed Use", "Commercial", "Rustic
Residential", "Conservation", "Recreational" and "Public Buildings", to "Town Center
District" in the subject area is compatible with surrounding land use designations, since the
land on the south side of S.R. 434 opposite the subject land is FLUM designated
"Commercial". On the north side of Orange Ave. are areas designated in the county enclave
as "Suburban Estates" and "Conservation". The Town Center will be compatible with these
designations since the City's Central Winds Park, the Winter Springs High School, and the
single family subdivisions, Tuskawilla Trace and St. Johns Landing provide an appropriate
separation from the higher density/intensity development of the Town Center to the south.
. The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with the other elements of the City's
Comprehensive Plan
. The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers elements of the State
Comprehensive Plan, in Chapter 187 F.S.
. The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers elements of the East
Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY AND TO THE
CITY COMMISSION:
[November 3rd meeting of LPA] That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public
hearing and transmit to the Department of Community Affairs the proposed large scale
comprehensive plan amendment (LG-CP A-I-99), creating a new Future Land Use Map
designation "Town Center District" in the text and on the Future Land Use Map oftbe
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goals, Objectives and Policies (Volume 2 of2); and
hold a second public hearing, after receiving and reviewing the ORC Report, to adopt the plan
amendment.
[November 24th meeting of LPA] That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public
hearing and transmit to the Department of Community Affairs the proposed large scale
comprehensive plan amendment [LG-CPA-I-99] establishing new goals, objectives and policies
for the proposed Town Center in the text of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element (Volume
20f2).
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LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COMMISSION:
At the November 3rd meeting, the Local Planning Agency recommended that the City
Commission approve (transmit) the proposed Town Center large scale comprehensive plan
amendment to the Florida Department of Community Affairs.
The following motion was made:
"I'd like to make a motion that this body recommend to the City Commission to approve
the proposed change zone Future Land Use Map designation from "Mixed Use",
"Commercial", "Rustic Residential", "Conservation", "Recreational", and "Public
Buildings" to "Town Center District". The motion was amended by adding "amend my
motion to include also a recommendation to hold a second public hearing, after receiving
and reviewing the aRC (Objections, Recommendations and Comments) Report, to adopt
the plan (LG-CPA-I-99)."
MOTION PASSED
At the November 24th meeting, the Local Planning Agency recommended that the City
Commission (transmit) the proposed Town Center large scale comprehensive plan amendment
to the Florida Department of Community Affairs.
The following motion was made:
"I want to again reiterate for the record that we have participated in numerous public
hearings, there has been quite a bit of input from consultants, as well as staff, we have
attended planning sessions and work sessions and we do feel that a Town Center is
appropriate and therefore since we have passed the Town Center District Code and made
other recommendations I am going to be moving to recommend to the City Commission
that they transmit this large scale comprehensive plan amendment LG-CPA-I-99 to the
Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Mr. Grimms, do we get a aRC (Objections,
Recommendations and Comments) Report on this? and then, as appropriate, to schedule
a public hearing to consider any objections, recommendations or comments of the DCA,
but, as far as the Schrimsher property is concerned and I believe we have some others,
the Spring Landing Investment Limited, the Jessup Shores Limited, and the Euro-
American Investors Group, represented by Sunbelt Investors Group, Mr. A. C. Leerdam,
that this recommendation for transmittal be inapplicable to those particular properties
unless, until a satisfactory developers agreement is negotiated with the property owners
or the property is purchased by other owners who are willing to be bound by it, and/or a
master developer. now, I am recommending that with certain changes. that on paged
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three, under the Town Center Vision, at the end there, that we delete the 'master
developer would assume the lead role and work in cooperation with a development
team', that be deleted. that on page four, objective a), that we change the language such
that 'the Town Center should be a compact area centered around the intersection of State
Road 434 and Tuskawilla Road as depicted on the City's FLUM (Future Land Use Map)'.
that under A) 4), under policies, that 'the City Commission may meet with public/private
partnership arrangement with property owners or developers to develop the Town
Center'. under six of a), under policies, that may be modified to delete 'offering City-
owned land' and in place there of substitute 'reserving infrastructure capacity'. that on
page five, b) 1), that we delete three bullet points that start
· buildings fronting streets and public spaces.
· buildings positioned close together and up to the street or square.
. parking lots located behind or to the side of buildings.
that those three bullets be deleted. in so far as on page six, under objective b) 5), i am
talking about, on page six, that it read, 'unless mitigated in accordance with law and
pursuant to a development permit issued by the City and other jurisdictional
governmental agencies, wetlands will be preserved as conservation preserved areas,
parks, squares and trails. to the extent feasible, these areas shall be connected to promote
the natural drainage and ecological viability of the Town Center and to further uphold the
designation of winter springs as tree City, U.S.A.', and under objective c) 2) on page six,
that it be changed to read 'the City should design a improved storm water management
plan for the Town Center in order to free up land in the Town Center for private
development. the plan should respond to existing runoff concerns, and improve water
quality through a system-wide approach. the plan should also shorten the approval
process to save developers time and money, provided the development is consistent with
the Town Center' and including the 'retention ponds shall be designed to enhance
neighborhood edges and aesthetics and to provide buffering when appropriate.' i make
this motion based on the findings that the goals, objectives and policies of the Town
Center comprehensive plan and amendment are compatible with the other elements of
the City's comprehensive plan, with the state's comprehensive plan in chapter one
eighty-seven (187) and with east central Florida regional planning council comprehensive
policy plan.
MOTION CARRIED.
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Another motion was made:
"I move to recommend to the City Commission that they transmit LG-CPA-4-99, for
transmittal to the Department of Community Affairs and to further schedule an
appropriate public hearing to receive any objections, recommendations or comments
from DCA, 1 understand on an emergency type basis, with the following changes. under
B) 3) e) on page five, that the end of the first sentence will read, 'and will not materially
adversely impact historic or archaeological resources or existing residential
neighborhoods"
Motion was amended by the initiator of the original motion:
"By the way, that recommendation is based on the one, two, three, four, five bullet point
findings under Roman numeral three, together with the additional findings that it meets
the City's policies, goals and objectives as well as the state's, as well as the East Central
Florida Regional Planning Council."
MOTION CARRIED
IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE:
The City Commission would hold a second (adoption) public hearing within sixty (60) days after
receiving the ORC Report from DCA (estimated to be received around the first part of March).
Staff then develops any needed response to the ORC Report. The second public hearing is
advertised and held (estimated to be in May). The ordinance would take effect immediately
upon adoption by the City Commission
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Map oflocation of the proposed Town Center.
B. Staff Reports for November 3rd and November 24th, 1999 LPA meetings.
C. Minutes of November 3rd and November 24th, LPA Meetings.
D. Revised language incorporated into Town Center Vision Goals, Objectives and
Policies per LPA Meeting of November 24, 1999.
COMMISSION ACTION:
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AGENDA ITEM
FOR THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
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Community Development Depl.
Planning Division
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS. FLORIDA 3270(3-2799
Telephone (407) 327.1(300
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD / LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
AGENDA ITEM:
II. D.
TOWN CENTER
LARGE SCALE COrv.IPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
LG-CP A-3-99
STAFF REPORT:
The Community Development Department - Planning Division Staff Report to the
Development Review Committee on the above proposed comprehensive plan amendment
is attached along with the minutes of the DRC on this item.
NOTE:
NOTE:
This proposed plan amendment came before the Local Planning Agency
on June 2, 1999 for review and recommendation for the Spring, 1999
Amendment Cycle. Due to various changes to the proposed Town Center
Concept, the plan amendment was not submitted to the Florida
Department of community Affairs for the its review and comment during
the Spring, 99 Amendment Cycle. As a result it is now being resubmitted
as part of the review process for the Fall, 1999 Amendment Cycle.
Minutes of the LP A June 2, 1999 meeting is attached (behind the DRC
"_minutes of October 19, 1999).
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WIN'fER SPRINGS. FLORIDA 32700.2799
Telephone (407) 327-1000
Community Development Depl.
Planning Division
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Development Review Committee
FROM:
Thomas Grimms, AlCP Comprehensive Planning/Zoning co~ Z
October 14, 1999
DATE:
RE:
DRC Review of Proposed Town Center Large Scale
Comprehensive Plan Amendment for October 19th meeting.
Current Status of the Town Center Large Scale Comprehensive
Plan Amendment
DRC REVIEW OF PROPOSED TOWN CENTER PLAN AMENDMENT:
The proposed Town Center will have a significant impact on the City's development and
image within central Florida. Town centers are roots of the local and regional economy,
and are key to a sustainable tax: base. The development of the Town Center requires the
transmittal of a major comprehensive plan amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan
and will also require a new zoning district be created to realize the Town Center Concept
Plan prepared by Dover, Kohl & Partners and adopted by the City Commission. The
Development Review Committee historically has been the staff level forum to review
developments proposed in the City. As the proposed plan amendment will have a
significant impact on how land development will occur within the boundaries of the
proposed Town Center, the DRC needs to review and make recommendation to the Local
Planning Agency (LP A). The LP A will review the amendment and make
recommendation on 11/3//99 to the City Commission whether the plan amendment
should be transmitted to the Florida Department of Community Affairs and whether it
should be adopted, adopted with changes, or voted down at a second public hearing to be
held by the Commission.
CURRENT STATUS:
The Town Center plan amendment is scheduled for the November 3rd Local Planning
Agency meeting. The recommendation of the LPA then goes to the City Commission.
[ per 163.3174(4) F. S. and 9J-11(1)(a)1. F.A.C.] The plan amendment will be
scheduled for the City Commission meeting on December 13th as the first public hearing
(transmittal) on the proposed amendment. [ per 163 .3184(15)(b) 1. F. S. and
9J-11.(1)(a)(2. F.A.C. ]
Presently, the area of the Town Center as indicated in the Dover Kohl plan has the
following Future Land Use Map (PLUM) designations:
Mixed Use
Commercial
Rustic Residential
Public Buildings
Recreation
Conservation
NATURE OF THE PROPOSED CHANGE:
The Town Center plan amendment would create a new FLUM designation of "Town
Center" . While the Town Center FLUM designation also allows mixed use, it
emphasizes greater flexibility compared to the present "Mixed Use" FLUM designation.
The present Mixed Use category restricts residential density to no more than 10 DU per
acre. The proposed Town Center FLUM designation has no restriction. The present
Mixed Use FLUM designation also states a proportion of uses; "No mixed use shall have
a non-residential use exceeding 50% of the gross land area. Open space shall not be less
than 20%, and public uses, utilities or wetland conservation easements no less than 5%.
Residential uses may take up to 75% ofthe gross land area." The Town Center FLUM
category proposes no such restriction.
BACKGROUND:
The Town Center large scale comprehensive plan amendment arose out of the City
Commission's intent to carry out the requirement of the Traffic Circulation Element of
the Comprehensive Plan in Goal 1, Objective A, Policy 3c which states in part ". . .the
creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a primary civic, business
and service focus for the City." The Commission held a series of meetings encouraging
public input on a proposed Town Center. At those meetings, the Commission heard loud
and clear from the residents that they did not want anymore strip shopping centers or "big
box developments". This input prompted the Commission to consider alternative
development approaches with the eventual decision to embark upon a "neo-traditional" or
"new urbanism" concept for the Town Center. Dover, Kohl & Partners were contracted
by the Commission for their expertise in type of development. Gibbs Planning Group,
Inc. was brought on board to perform the economic study for the Town Center, which
they did. Dover, Kohl held workshops to receive input from residents and property
owners, which resulted in a Town Center Concept Plan being adopted by the City
Commission. The Commission directed Dover Kohl & Partners to prepare a Town
Center (Zoning) Code, which they did. A first reading of Ordinance 707 to adopt the
Town Center Code was held, but the second reading and adoption was rescheduled a
number of times due to concerns and objections of principally one property owner. The
previous master developer, experiencing difficulties with certain property owners,
particularly one, notified the City of its desire to withdraw from the Town Center project.
A new master developer was contracted by the City. The new master developer
expanded the Town.Center project from the original 230+ acre concept to include
approximately 900+ acres. The Master Developer proposed development of a hotel-
convention complex near the beltway on the Casscells Trust property and on the
Elizabeth Morse Foundation property. This proposed development and the "expanded"
Town Center Concept is still under study with the master developer trying to secure
commitments from property owners. The proposed Town Center plan amendment that is
scheduled to go before the LP A on November 3rd only includes the original area proposed
by Dove-Kohl & Partners.
PLAN AMENDMENT REVlEW PROCESS:
October 19, 1999
November 3, 1999
December 13, 1999
Near End of February, 2000
In, April, 2000
In May, 2000
[ Fall Amendment Cycle]
Development Review Committee
review and recommendation to the
Local Planning Agency
Local Planning Agency review and
recommendation to City Commission
City Commission votes to transmit
plan amendment to DCA for its
review and ORC Report.
DCA sends ORC Report to City.
City responds to ORC Report and
advertises for 2nd public hearing.
City Commission holds 2nd public
(adoption) hearing.
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS. FLORIDA 32700-2799
Telephone (407) 327-1000
Community Development Dept.
Planning Division
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEM:
II. LARGE SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO THE LAND
USE ELEMENT, VOLUME 2 OF 2 FUTURE LAND USE MAP (2010)
CREATING A NEW DESIGNATION "TOWN CENTER". (LG-CPA-I-99)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-
PLANNING DIVISION STAFF REPORT TO THE DRC
APPLICABLE LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY:
The Development Review Committee (DRC) has historically been the staff level forum to
review developments proposed in the City.
The provisions of 163.3174(4) Florida Statutes which states "Be the agency (Local Planning
Agency) responsible for the preparation of the comprehensive plan or plan amendment and
shall make recommendations to the governing body regarding the adoption or amendment of
such plan. During the preparation of the plan or plan amendment and prior to any
recommendation to the governing body, the Local Planning Agency shall hold at least one
public hearing, with public notice, on proposed plan or plan amendment.
The provisions of Sec. 2-57 of the City Code which state in part ". . .the planning and
zoning board shall serve as the local planning agency pursuant to the county comprehensive
planning act and the local government comprehensive planning act of the state. . ."
1. BACKGROUND:
APPLICANT:
City of Winter Springs
1126 East S.R. 434
Winter Springs, FL 32708
(407) 327-1800
Development Review Committee
October 19. 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle, 1999
Town Center Amendment
LG-CP A-I-99
REQUEST:
For the Development Review Committee to review and make recommendation to the Local
Planning Agency on creating a new Future Land Use Map designation UTown Center", in
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goals, Objectives and Policies (Volume 2 of2).
PURPOSE:
The City intends to carry out the mandate of Policy 3)c. under Objective A of Goal 1 of the
Traffic Circulation Element which states in part ". . .the creation in the undeveloped central
area of Winter springs of a primary civic, business and service focus for the City."
AREA OF PROPOSED NEW "TOWN CENTER DISTRICT" FLUM DESIGNATION:
Approximately 240 acres.
GENERAL LOCATION:
The area of the Town Center would encompass the area around the intersection ofS.R. 434
and Tu skawiJJ a Road, an areajust south of Wagner's Curve and the majority of the area
north of S.R. 434 between Wagner's Curve (the smoothed curve of S.R. 434) to Howe]]
Creek, with the exception of the county enclave along Lake Jesup and TuskawiJJa Trace and
St. Johns Landing residential subdivisions. (See map)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
(Not Applicable)
EXISTING LAND USE OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: (TOWN CENTER AREA)
Approximately 85% vacant; approximately 60% wooded. The major buildings are: the
Winter Springs High School; the City HaJJ; the U.S. Post Office. There are three (3)
commercial ~uildings around the intersection of S.R. 434 and TuskawilJa Road, and
scattered residential structures elsewhere.
CHRONOLOGY OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: (TOWN CENTER AREA)
The area of the Post Office and the three (3) properties immediately east of the City Hall
were annexed prior to 1971. The area of the high school was annexed March, 1993.
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October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle, 1999
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II. CONSIDERATIONS:
EXISTING LAND USES ADJACENT TO SUBJECT PROPERTY:
North:
vacant, treed area and single family residential towards Lake Jesup in the
county enclave.
South:
vacant land, manufactured home community.
East:
Howell Creek wetland area.
West:
largely vacant area~ county enclave with single family residential and soon
to be build 352 residential unit Parkstone Subdivision; large wetland area
south of S.R. 434 in a north-south alignment.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY:
Existing:
"Mixed Use", "Rustic Residential", "Commercial", "Recreational",
"Conservation" and "Public Buildings".
Requested:
New FLUM designation "Town Center".
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ADJACENT TO SUBJECT PROPERTY:
North: [ Lake Jesup and county enclave] "Suburban Estates" (1DD per acre
max.) and "Conservation".
South: [ county enclave] "Medium Density Residential" (10 DU max per acre),
"Conservation" and "Industrial" and [in City] "Moderate Density
Residential"
East: "Commercial" and "Conservation"
West: [county enclave] "Suburban Estates (1 DU per acre max) [in City]
"Commercial", "Conservation", "Moderate Density Residential" (3.6 to
6.5 DU per acre)
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October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle. 1999
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III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT ANALYSIS:
The following summarizes the data and issues which staff analyzed in reviewing this application:
· Town Center Master Plan - Winter Springs. Florida (prepared by Dover, Kohl & Partners,
Gibbs Planning Group, Inc., and Michael Design Associates, Inc., March 23, 1998.)
· Commercial Planning Study for the Town Center of Winter Springs. Florida (prepared by
Gibbs Planning Group, Inc., March 23, 1998)
A. PUBLIC FACJLITIES:
1. ROADS/TRAFFIC CIRCULATION:
a. Availability of Access:
S.R. 434 and Tuskawilla Road traverse the area of the proposed Town Center
and form one of the major intersections of the City.
b. Function Classification:
S.R. 434 is an urban arterial 4-lane east west roadway. Tuskawilla Road is a
minor urban arterial.
c. Improvements/expansions (including right-of-way acquisition) already
programmed or needed as a result of the proposed amendment.
Florida Department of Transportation has recently completed road widening to
four (4) lanes that portion between the intersection ofS.R. 434 and /S.R. 419
and the intersection of S.R. 434 and Tuskawilla Road. FDOT is now in the
process of widening to four (4) lanes that portion of S.R. 434 east ofTuskawilla
Road to the Beltway.
2. SANITARY SEWER, SOLID WASTE, STORMW ATER MANAGEMENT,
POTABLE WATER:
POTABLE WATER:
a. Facilities serving the site.
None.
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October 19. 1999 meeting
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Town Center Amendment
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b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
The City will be responsible for engineering aspects of all potable lines in the
Town Center area. The City will negotiate with the Master Developer on laying
all water lines within the Town Center area.
SANITARY SEWER:
a. Facilities serving the site.
None.
b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
The City will be responsible for engineering aspects of all sewer lines in the
Town Center area. The City will negotiate with the Master Developer on laying
all sewer lines within the Town Center area.
RE-USE WATER SYSTEM:
a. Facilities serving the site.
None.
b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
The City will be responsible for engineering aspects of all re-use water lines in
the Town Center area. The City will negotiate with the Master Developer on
laying all water lines within the Town Center area.
DRAINAGE/STORMW ATER:
a. Facilities serving the site.
None.
b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
If the property is developed, then the project must meet Sec. 9-241 City Code
requirements. Post development runoff cannot exceed pre-development runoff.
(Use 25 year stonn, 24 hour stonn standard) Stormwater Calculations required
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in retention ponds are to be constructed with storm pipes or swales. There must
be a clear recorded easement for the pipes and/or swales. The easement must be
definitive for maintenance of structural facilities.
SOLID WASTE:
a. Facilities serving the site.
The City has an exclusive franchise agreement with Browning Ferris Industries
for collection.
b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
None.
3. RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE
a. Facilities serving the site.
None.
b. Improvements/expansions needed as a result of proposed amendment:
None, if commercial development with no residential component is proposed. If
residential component proposed then recreation and open space or fees in-lieu
will be required.
B. LAND USE COMPATIBILITY:
1. SOILS:
The Soil Survey of Seminole County. Florid~ published by the Soil Conservation
Service of the US. Department of Agriculture notes: "While many factors other than
soils are important in planning for orderly development, soil quality is a basic and
continuing factor. It demands full consideration, not only as a guide in determining
use but also as a measure of the kind and magnitude of problems that must be
overcome for specific uses. The decisions on urban uses are not necessarily
determined on the basis of suitability. The physical characteristics and qualities of the
soil become paramount, and interpretations are more directly concerned with the
limitations, restrictions, or hazards and suggests corrective practices needed to prevent
serious mistakes."
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October 19. 1999 meeting
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The soils in the proposed Town Center area are: [ (#) - indicates soil map designation]
(6) Astatula-Apopka fine sands, 0 to 5%
(9) Bassinger and Delray fine sands
(10) Bassinger, Samsula, and Rontoon soils, depressional
(11) Bassinger and Smyrna fine sands
(13) EauGallie and lmmokalee fine sands
(20) Myakka and EauGallie fine sands
(24) Paola-St. Lucie sands, 0-5% slopes
(27) Pomello fine sands, 0-5% slopes
(31) Tavares-Millhopper fine sands, 0-5%
(35) Wabasso fine sand
(6) Astatula-Apopka fine sands, 0 to 5%. The soils in this map unit are nearly level
to gently sloping and excessively drained and well drained. These soils are on
hillsides and ridges on the uplands. Astatula soil is excessively drained, and
Apopka soil is well drained. The soils in this map unit are used mainly for
homesites and other urban development.
(9) Bassinger and Delray fine sands. The soils in this map unit are nearly level and
poorly drained and very poorly drained. Basinger soil is poorly drained and
Delray soil is very poorly drained. These soils are in sloughs and poorly defined
drainageways. The slopes are dominantly less than 2%. The soils in this map
lI;nit are poorly suited to use for homesites and other urban development. The
main limitation is wetness. To overcome wetness, a water control system is
needed to provide for subsurface drainage and to remove excess surface water.
(10) Bassinger, Samsula, and Rontoon soils, depressional - The soils in this map unit
are nearly level and very poorly drained. These soils are in swamps and
depressions. The slopes are dominantly less than 2 percent. In their natural
state, the soils in this map unit are not suited to use for homesites, commercial or
recreational development, or sanitary facilities. The main limitations are
ponding, excess humus, low strength, and subsidence.
(13) EauGallie and Immokalee fine sands: The soils in this map unit are nearly level
and poorly drained. The slopes are dominantly less than 2 percent. The soils in
t~s map unit are poorly suited to use for sanitary facilities, building sites, or
recreational development. The main limitations are seepage and wetness. Water
control, including drainage outlets, is needed to overcome wetness. Fill material
should be added to make these soils suitable for most urban use.
(20) Myakka and EauGallie fine sands: The soils in this map unit are nearly level and
poorly drained. The slopes are dominantly less than 2 percent. The soils in this
map unit are poorly suited to use for sanitary facilities, building sites, or
recreational development. The main limitations are seepage and wetness. Water
control, including drainage outlets, is needed to overcome wetness. Fill material
should be added to make these soils suitable for most urban use.
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October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle, 1999
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(31) Tavares-Millhopper fine sands, 0 to 5% slopes. The soils in this map unit are
nearly level to gently sloping and moderately well drained. These soils are on
low ridges and knolls on the uplands. The slopes are 0 to 5% in 80% of the map
unit. The soils in this map unit are well suited to use for homesites, other urban
use, or recreational development.
(35) Wabasso fine sand. This soil is nearly level and poorly drained. It is on broad
plains on the flatwoods. The slopes are dominantly less than 2%. This soil is
poorly suited to use for homesites, other urban development, recreational
development, or sanitary facilities. Water control is needed to overcome
wetness.
2. TOPOGRAPHY:
The subject area ranges from a high offorty-five (45) feet (above mean sea level) in a
north-south direction encompassing the areas on the west side of S.R. 434 and on the
east side of Tuskawilla Road to twenty-five (25) feet toward Winding Hollow
residential subdivision and toward Howell Creek wetland area.
3. FLOOD PLAIN AREA:
A review of the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program Rate Map (12117C0135-E;
Aprill7, 1995) indicates the eastern portion of the subject area towards Howell Creek
is located within the 100 year flood plain area.
4. NATURAL RESOURCES, mSTORIC RESOURCES.
No natural or historic resources are known to exist on the subject land at this time.
5. WILDLIFE AND SPECIES DESIGNATED AS ENDANGERED, THREATENED
OR SPECIAL CONCERN:
No federally listed endangered plants are known to exist in the county. It is essential
that surveys of such species be completed prior to site development of parcels
containing native vegetation communities. The subject parcel does not have native
vegetation communities due to prior clearing and replanting with long-needle pine.
6. NUISANCE POTENTIAL OF PROPOSED USE TO SURROUNDING LAND
USES.
The proposed future land use change from "Mixed Use" to "Greenway Interchange
District" should not negatively impact adjacent land uses, since on the north side of
S.R. 434 the land is designated FLUM "Commercial" also or "Conservation". The land
on the south side of S.R. 434 opposite the subject land is FLUM designated
"Commercial" .
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June 2, 1999 meeting
Spring Amendment Cycle, 1999
Town Center Amendment
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5. FLORA AND FAUNA SPECIES DESIGNATED AS ENDANGERED,
THREATENED OR SPECIAL CONCERN:
No federally listed endangered plants or animals are known to exist in the county. It is
essential that surveys of such species be completed prior to site development of parcels
containing native vegetation communities. The subject area does not have native
vegetation communities due to prior clearing and replanting with long-needle pine.
C. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
It has been the desire of the City Commission and the City Administration to vary the tax
base and to provide a civic, government and business focus for the City. The proposed
Town Center will achieve both goals. The proposed commercial area will be part of a 240
acre mixed use Town Center development. The commercial focus of this development will
be the comer ofthe intersection of S.R. 434 and Tuskawilla Road. A Commercial Planning
Study for the Town Center of Winter Springs. Florida. prepared by Gibbs Planning Group.
Inc.. March 23. 1998 forecasts expenditure potential of the recommended tenant mix at
sales of$ 19,593,500 concludes "that the trade areas of the proposed Winter Springs,
Florida mixed use development can support an estimated 92,500 square feet of commercial
development in the early phases of residential buildout. Th recommended development is to
be a cohesive mix of general/convenience retail/service within a well designed urban Town
Center. The commercial development is recommended to be primarily located on the north
side of S.R. 434 running along both sides of Tu skawill a Road and extending into some side
streets. This study also suggests that the proposed commercial buildings be multi-storied
and include both residential and office." The report goes on to "that the commercial
component of the proposed mixed-use development in Winter Springs, Florida should have
a combination of community-oriented and neighborhood-oriented retail. This center will be
geared primarily to residents of Winter Springs; however, consumers will likely shop this
commercial component from western Oviedo, and northern Casselberry."
D. CONSISTENCY/COMPATIBll-ITY WITH CITY, STATE, AND REGIONAL
COMPREHENSIVE PLANS:
1. WITH THE CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
*
The creation of a Town Center is compatible with and consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan. It implements Policy 3)c. under Objective A of Goal 1 of
the Traffic Circulation Element which states in part:
". . . .creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a
primary civic, business and service focus for the City."
Development Review Committee
OctobeT 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle. 1999
Town Center Amendment
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The Town Center area is envisioned to be a mixed use development involving
retail commercial, residential, and office uses. The mixed use concept of these
land uses is compatible with the county's Future Land Use Map "Commercial"
and "Office" designation to the south in the county enclave and with the City's
"Commercial" designation to the west along S.R. 434
*
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and not in conflict with
the other elements of the City's Comprehensive Plan, specifically:
Land Use Element:
Objective A under Goal 3
Objective B of Goal 1
Objective A under Goal 2
Policy 1 of Objective B under Goal 3
Conservation Element:
Policy 2 of Objective B under Goal 1
Policy 8 of Objective B under Goal 1
Recreation and Open Space Element:
Policy 1 of Objective H under Goal 1
Policy 2 of Objective H under Goal 1
Objective J under Goal 1
Sanitary Sewer Sub-Element:
Policy 2 of Objective C under Goal 1
Stonn Drainage and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub-Element:
P.olicy 1,3,4 of Objective B under Goal 1
Policy 8 of Objective C under Goal 2
Intergovernmental Coordination Element:
Policy 1 of Objective D under Goal 1
Objective E under Goal 1
Policy la, 1d of Objective F under Goal 1
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OctobeT 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle, 1999
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2. WITH THE STATE COMPREHENSlVE PLAN:
163.3177(10)(A) F.S.
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers goals and policies
of the State Comprehensive Plan in Chapter 187 F.S.
List of goals, objectives and policies that indicate consistency with the State
Comprehensive Plan: 9J-5.021(4) F.A.C.
STATE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
(16) Land Use
Goal (a), Policy 1
(18) Public Facilities
Policy 4
(22) The Economy
Policy 1, 3, 12
NOTE: A Local comprehensive plan shall be consistent with a Comprehensive
Regional Policy Plan or the State Comprehensive Plan if the local plan is
compatible with and furthers such plans. 9J-5.021(1) F.A.c.
The term "compatible with" means that the local plan is not in conflict with
the State Comprehensive Plan or appropriate comprehensive regional
policy plan. The term "furthers" means to take action in the direction of
realizing goals or policies of the state or regional plan. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
For the purposes of determining consistency of the local plan with the State
Comprehensive Plan or the appropriate regional policy plan the state or
regional plan shall be construed as a whole and no specific goal and policy
shall be construed or applied in isolation from the other goals and policies
in the plans. 9J-5.021(2) F.AC.
3. WITH THE EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA COMPREHENSIVE REGIONAL
POLICY PLAN: 186.507 F.S.; 27-E-4 F.A.C.
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers goals and
policies of the East Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan.
List of goals, objectives and policies that indicate consistency with the East
Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan: 9J-5.021(4) F.A.C.
Development Review Corrunittee
October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle. 1999
Town Center Amendment
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EAST CENTH.AL FLORIDA COMPREHENSIVE
REGIONAL POLICY PLAN:
Policy 57.1: 1,4,5
Policy 58. I
Policy 64.7: 4
Policies 65.4, 65.5
Policy 67.2
NOTE:
A Local comprehensive plan shall be consistent with a.
Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan or the State Comprehensive
Plan if the local plan is compatible with and furthers such plans.
9J-5.021(1) F.A.C.
The term "compatible with" means that the local plan is not in
conflict with the State Comprehensive Plan or appropriate
comprehensive regional policy plan. The term "furthers" means to
take action in the directio.n of realizing goals or policies of the state
or regional plan. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
For the purposes of determining consistency of the local plan with
the State Comprehensive Plan or the appropriate regional policy
plan the state or regional plan shall be construed as a whole and no
specific goal and policy shall be construed or applied in isolation
from the other goals and policies in the plans. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
IV. FINDINGS:
*
The proposed future land use change from "Mixed Use" , "Commercial", "Rustic
Residen~ial", "Conservation", "Recreational" and "Public Buildings", to "Town
Center District" in the subject area is compatible with surrounding land use
designations, since the land on the south side of S.R. 434 opposite the subject land is
FLUM designated "Commercial". On the north side of Orange Ave. are areas
designated in the county enclave as "Suburban Estates" and "Conservation". The
Town Center will be compatible with these designations since the City's Central Winds
Park, the Winter Springs High School, and the single family subdivisions, Tuskawilla
Trace and St. Johns Landing provide an appropriate separation from the higher
density/intensity development of the Town Center to the south.
Development Review Committee
October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle, 1999
Town Center Amendment
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*
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with the other elements of the
City's Comprehensive Plan
*
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers elements of the
State Comprehensive Plan, in Chapter 187 F.S.
*
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers elements of the
East Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan.
V. SUGGESTED DRC RECOMMENDATION TO THE LPA:
The Community Development Department - Planning Division requests the Development
Review Committee make the following recommendation to the Local Planning Agency:
1. That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public hearing and transmit to
the Department of Community Affairs the proposed Large Scale Comprehensive
Plan Amendment (LG-CPA-1-99), creating a new Future Land Use Map
designation "Town Center District" in the text and on the Future Land Use Map
of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goals, Objectives and Policies
(Volume 2 of2); and
2. Hold a second public hearing, after receiving and reviewing the ORC Report, to
adopt the plan amendment.
AITACHMENTS:
A. Map of subject land proposed to be included in new FLUM designation "Town Center
District".
B. Town Center Master Plan - Winter Springs. Florida (prepared by Dover, Kohl &
Partners, Gibbs Planning Group, Inc., and Michael Design Associates, Inc.
C. Commercial Planning Study for the Town Center of Winter Springs. Florida (prepared
by Gibbs Planning Group, lnc,.
Development Review Conuninee
October 19, 1999 meeting
Fall Amendment Cycle. 1999
Town Center Amendment
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ATTACHMENT A
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ATTACHMENT B
NOTE: Copies of Town Center Master Plan - Winter Springs. Florida (prepared
by Dover, Kohl & Partners, Gibbs Planning Group, Inc:, and Michael
Design Associates, Inc. are available for review prior to the DRC meeting
at the Community Development Dept. and will be available at the
upcoming October 19, 1999 DRC meeting.
ATTACHMENT C
NOTE: Copies of Commercial Planning Study for the Town Center of Winter
Springs. Florida (prepared by Gibbs Planning Group, Ine, are available for
review prior to the DRC meeting at the Community Development Dept.
and will be available at the upcoming October 19, 1999 DRC meeting.
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS. FLOFlIDA 32700-2799
Telephone (407) 327.1000
Community Development Depl.
Planning Division
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITfEE
OCTOBER 19, 1999 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
MINUTES
Submitted by: Tania Haas
Administrative Secretary
Community Development Department
ClTY OF WINTER SPRINGS
MINUTES
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 19, 1999
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Development Review Committee meeting was called to order Tuesday, October 19,
1999, at 9:30 a.m. by Chairman Charles Carrington, AICP in the East Conference Room
of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter springs, Florida
32708).
Roll Call
Carrington
Grimms
Cook
Jenkins
Houck
Hall
Dallas
LeBlanc
Tolleson
ll. REGULAR AGENDA
A. Winter Springs Executive Park
Pre-Application Meeting, Final Engineering
The above referenced final engineering, pre-application meeting for Winter Springs
Executive Park. There was discussion between City staff and D. Cathcart and J. Cathcart
who represented the project. Stan Mann ofFDOT made comments also.
B. Elizabeth Morse Foundation Property
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment LG-CPA-2-99
Changing the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Designation from
County A-IO "Agriculture" to City FLUM Designation "Lower
Density Residential".
The Development Review Committee considered the Elizabeth Morse Foundation
Property Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Land Use Element,
Changing the Future Land Use Map Designation from County R-l 0 "Agriculture" to
"Lower Density Residential". Randy Kirkwood represented Harling Locklin
Associates. Staff members present were Carrington, Grimms, Cook, Jenkins, Houck,
Hall, Dallas, LeBlanc and Tolleson.
Randy Kirkwood noted the property is located north of S.R. 434 and south of Lake
Jessup, west of the beltway and east of Spring Avenue.
The Chairman noted for the record that the subject property was approved for annexation
at the September 27, 1999 Commission meeting and is pending rezoning approval.
Houck, LeBlanc, Jenkins, Hall, Dallas and Tolleson had no comments at this time.
Grimms discussed the boundary survey that calculated greater acreage from 59.45 to
67.85 acres.
Grimms made a motion that the Development Review Committee make the following
recommendation to the Local Planning Agency:
1. That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public hearing and transmit to
the Department of Community Affairs the proposed Large Scale Comprehensive
Plan Amendment (LG-CPA-2-99), to change from Future Land Use Map (pLUM)
designation R-10 "Agriculture" (1 DU per 10 acres maximum) to the City's
PLUM designation of "Lower Density Residential" (1.1 - 3.5 DU per acre) the
Elizabeth Morse Foundation property on the Future Land Use Map of the
Comprehensive Plan Use Element (Volume 2 of2); and
2. Hold a second public hearing, after receiving and reviewing the ORC Report, to
adopt the plan amendment.
Tolleson seconded the motion. The chairman called for any discussion. Hearing none, the
chairman called for the vote. All were in favor. Motion passed.
C. Tuscawilla PUD - Parcel 7 and Parcel 8
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment LG-CP A-3-99
Changing the Future Land Use Map Designation from "Recreation"
to Designation "Lower Density Residential".
The Development Review Committee considered the Tuscawilla PUD Parcel 7 and
Parcel 8 Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Land Use Element, the
Future Land Use Map Designation from "Recreation" to "Lower Density Residential".
Rob Holland and Steve Loveland represented Tuscawilla Country Clubs Inc.
John Howell represented the firm Holland and Knight. Joel Ivey represented Ivey, Harris
and Walls, Inc. Staff members present were Carrington, Grimms, Cook, Jenkins, Houck,
Hall, Dallas, LeBlanc and Tolleson.
Joel Ivey presented a brief overview of the proposed project and stated a commitment to
deliver a project consistent with the proposed amendment and also noted his commitment
to deliver a product acceptable to the marketplace.
Grimms summarized Section IV- Findings located in the memo and staff report attached.
Houck raised the question how this would impact the tennis court and golf course areas
and had staff made a determination if what has been proposed coincides with the
development agreement.
Joel Ivey stated after a brief discussion that there would be no impact on the tennis court
and golf course areas.
Cook sought clarification on easements. Joel Ivey noted that easements would be
maintained.
Hall discussed concerns as they relate to Howell Creek and asked if a wetland survey had
been performed.
Dallas had no comments at this time.
Grimms made a motion that the Development Review Committee make the following
recommendation to the Local Planning Agency:
1. That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public hearing and transmit to
the Department of Community Affairs the proposed Large Scale Comprehensive
Plan Amendment (LG-CP A-3-99), to change the Future Land Use Map (pLUM)
designation "Recreation" to the FLUM designation of "Lower Density
Residential" (1.1 - 3.5 DU per acre) the Tuscawilla PUD Parcel 7 and Parcel 8
property on the Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use
element (Volume 2 of2), and
2. Hold a second public hearing, after receiving and reviewing the ORC Report, to
adopt the plan amendment.
Houck seconded the motion. The chairman called for any discussion. Hearing none, the
chairman called for the vote. All in favor except LeBlanc. Motion passed. LeBlanc
began discussing inclusion of additional language to motion as passed. Houck added that
he agreed with LeBlanc's suggestion for additional language.
LeBlanc requested the chairman to entertain a second motion modifying the motion as
voted. The chairman accepted the request, but remarked that there must be a motion to
amend a previously adopted motion. LeBlanc stated "so moved"; seconded by Houck.
LeBlanc stated the he makes the following motion:
That the development conform to the existing Development Agreement and that any
development meets all the current regulations of the City.
Houck seconded the motion. The chairman hearing no further discussion called for the
vote. Motion passed unanimously.
D. Town Center
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment LG-CPA-1-99
Creating a New Designation "Town Center".
The Development Review Committee considered the Large Scale Comprehensive Plan
Amendment to the Land Use Element, creating a new designation "Town Center" to the
Future Land Use Map. Staff members present were Carrington, Grimms, Cook, Jenkins,
Houck, Hall, Dallas, LeBlanc and Tolleson.
Chairman Carrington briefly discussed the proposed project's history and informed staff
the third reading of Ordinance 707 dealing with the Town Center District boundary and
(Zoning) Code was scheduled for the October 25, 1999 Commission meeting.
Grimms discussed the current status of the Town Center Large Scale Comprehensive
Plan Amendment. (memo and stafT report attached)
LeBlanc, Cook, Jenkins, Dallas, Tolleson, Hall had no comments at this time.
Grimms made the motion that the Town Center Large Scale Comprehensive Plan
Amendment be forwarded to the City's Local Planning Agency. Grimms noted the
suggested DRC recommendations to the LPA (attached). All voted aye.
There was much discussion on staff's preference of obtaining legal advice from the City
Attorney upon submittal of site plans that are contrary to the adopted guidelines.
ID. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
(None)
IV. ADJOU~NT
Hearing no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 10:47 a.m.
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS. FLORIDA 32708-2799
Telephone (407) 327.1800
Community Development Dept.
Planning Division
LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
JUNE 2, 1999
LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY MINUTES (part)
Submitted by: Andrea Lorenzo-Luaces
Deputy City Clerk
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A. Town Center Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Land
Use Element, Volume 2 of 2 Future Land Use Map (2010) (LG-CP A-1-99)
Mr. Thomas Grimms, AICP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator briefed the
Board on the Findings and the Recommendations from tonight's report.
There was discussion on Attachment "A" regarding a cut-off; the 240 acre parcel; and the
proposed area comprising the expanded Town Center.
The Board discussed potable and re-use lines. Mr. Grimms agreed to change the double
reference involving the potable lines; and he agreed to change the reference to water lines
mentioned with sanitary lines. Mr. Grimms also agreed to amend the references to
endangered species, to include animals and fauna.
The Board next discussed whether borings.or geotechnical reports were performed; if any
enclaves were being considered; suggestions of possible land speculation; the proximity
of the planned Town Center; wetlands; the closeness of the planned Town Center to Lake
Jessup; how the City's Comprehensive Plan is involved; the future of McDonald's; and
the current status of a new grocery store to be located in the Town Center.
The timeline and the Development of Regional Impact (DRl) was next discussed. Mr.
Grimms agreed to provide the Board with additional information regarding this.
Chairman Tom Brown asked Mr. Grimms, "For the record, bring us to date on some of
the lands - like with the map of the Kingsbury, the lands that were in the dotted line
section, as to their status". Chairman Brown then added, "The progress that he has made
for the record, in various areas and areas where he is working, and if there is any
information on the overpass of the trail which is going to go across 434; if that is still a
possibility or what you do know about it. I think that would fill us in a little bit on some
of the questions".
Mr. Grimms and the Board further discussed individuals moving for the right price;
enclaves; the Dover Kohl study; the Kingsbury property; and what other areas we would
like to consider for annexation.
Regarding the Trail, Mr. Grimms explained the funds that may be available for this
project; and that his understanding was that horses could traverse the overpass. There
were further comments about the Cross-Seminole Trail; the projected path; green spaces
that are interlocked into this plan; and the relationship to the planned Town Center.
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The Board and Mr. Grimms spoke of the public's preference to NOT have the typical
strip shopping centers in the city, and that the Commission has responded accordingly.
They also discussed the current public-private partnership that is currently going on.
Chairman Tom Brown then said to Mr. Grimms, "Again, for the record, and for our
information, even though we're not voting on the amendment for the amended second
phase, which could be - could you give us an overview. I know there was one - but for
the record, and for everyone on this Board, so that we know that they have heard it, I
would also appreciate it if you would give us an overview on the other area - for
information purposes".
Mr. Grimms further explained an Agreement involving the Casscells Trust in relation to
the GreeneWay Interchange District. There was further discussion on the "expanded
town center"; and what it might encompass. Discussion.
Chairman Brown next stated, "For the record again, I'd like to get it into the record, I
think there's a lot of great opportunities here, that's being missed. A few years ago,
matter of fact, about five or six years ago, I had written a lot of articles to various people
to try and get the trail to be a Trolley, and now - it would have taken the kids to th~ high
school - it would have taken the children to the Tuscawilla area, it could have ran down
the middle of 434 and 17-92 and it could eliminate a lot of school bussing, and of course,
we would not have a trail, we'd have a trolley. But, now with this Town Center, I think it
was a good idea, now, and in hind sight, I think it was a tremendous idea I had, even
though no one picked it up and pursued it".
Chairman Brown further spoke about diggings in the area, and he suggested that some
type of historical type of building for historical items should be included in the area. He
asked that Mr. Joshi (of Joshi and Associates) be informed of this. Discussion.
The Board further discussed preserving nature; that the shores of Lake Jessup should not
be blocked from the general public; environmentally sensitive land; preserving Lake
Jessup; and mitigation.
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"I WOULD MAKE A MOTION THAT THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY,
WEARING THAT HAT, RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COMMISSION THAT
THEY HOLD A FIRST TRANSMITTAL PUBLIC HEARING AND TRANSMIT
TO D.C.A. THE PROPOSED LARGE-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT (LG-CPA-1-99), CREATING A NEW (FLUM) FUTURE LAND
USE MAP DESIGNATION CALLED THE "TOWN CENTER DISTRICT" IN
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT GOALS, OBJECTIVES,
AND POLICIES OF VOLUME 2 OF 2; AND FURTHER THAT THE CITY
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COMMISSION - WE RECOMMEND TI.IEY HOLD ^ SECOND PUBLIC
HEARING, AFrER GETTING THE ORC REPORT FROM D.CA. TO ADOPT
THE PLAN. THAT IS BASED UPON THE FINDINGS THAT HAVE BEEN
PROVIDED TO US, BY STAFF, IN THE REPORT, THAT PRECEEDED THE
STAFF'S RECOMMENDATIONS AND THE VARIOUS BULLET POINTS IN
THOSE FINDINGS OF ROMAN NUMERAL IV".
MOTION BY BILL FERNANDEZ. SECONDED BY ROSANNE KARR.
DISCUSSION. VOTE: CARL STEPHENS, JR.: AYE; MARC CLINCH: AYE;
BILL FERNANDEZ: AYE; ROSANNE KARR: AYE; TOM BROWN: AYE;
AYE. MOTION CARRlED.
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
. 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS. FLORIDA 32708-2799
Telephone (407) 327-1800
Community Development Depl.
Planning Division
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD / LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
AGENDA ITEM:
II. B.
TOWN CENTER LARGE SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT LG-CP A-1-99 (ADDITION OF GOALS, OBJECTIVES,
AND POLICIES)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - PLANNING
DIVISION STAFF REPORT TO THE LP A:
NOTE:
This proposed plan amendment came before the Local Planning Agency on June
2, 1999 for review and recommendation for the Spring, 1999 Amendment Cycle.
Due to various changes to the proposed Town Center Concept, the plan
amendment was not submitted to the Florida Department of Community Affairs
for the its review and comment during the Spring, 99 Amendment Cycle. As a
result it is now being resubmitted as part of the review process for the Fall, 1999
Amendment Cycle.
The Local Planning Agency at its November 3, 1999 meeting voted to
recommend to the City Commission transmittal of Town Center plan amendment.
.' The City Attorney advises that a set of goals, objectives and policies relating to
the Town Center be a direct part of the transmittal rather than as part of another
plan amendment, the S.R 434 Corridor Vision Plan amendment. As a-result, the
accompanying goals, objectives, and policies for the proposed Town Center need
a :review and recommendation to the City Commission as part of the Town Center
plan amendment previously reviewed by the LP A at its November 3rd meeting.
APPLICABLE LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY:
The provisions of 163.3167(11) F.S. which states in part "Each local government is encouraged
to articulate a vision of the future physical appearance and qualities of its community as a
component of its local comprehensive plan. The vision should be developed through a
collaborative planning process with meaningful public participation and shall be adopted by the
governing body of the jurisdiction. "
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Town Center Plan Amendment
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1. BACKGROUND:
APPLICANT:
City of Winter Springs
1126 East State Road 434
(407) 327-1800
REQUEST:
For the Local Planning Agency to review and make recommendation to the City
Commission that the proposed vision, goals, objectives, and policies for the Town Center
be transmitted with the Town Center large scale comprehensive plan amendment (LG-
CP A-1-99) to the Florida Department of Community Affairs for its review and comment
(ORC Report).
PURPOSE:
The City intends to carry out the mandate of Policy 3)c. under Objective A of Goal 1 of
the Traffic Circulation Element which states in part ". . .the creation in the undeveloped
central area of Winter Springs of a primary civic, business and service focus for the
City."
AREA OF PROPOSED NEW "TOWN CENTER DISTRICT" FLUM DESIGNATION:
Approximately 240 acres.
II. CONSIDERATIONS:
. City staff prepared the proposed Town Center goals, objectives and policies and sent the
draft to Dover, Kohl & Partners for their review and comment and to the City Attorney
for his review and comment.
. A Town Center Vision Statement has been included to set the framework for the
developm~.nt of the Town Center as is encouraged by 163.3167(11) F.S.
. The City Commission has approved a Town Center Concept Plan prepared by Dover,
Kohl & Partners.
III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT ANALYSIS:
The goals, objectives, and policies were based on the following data and issues:
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Town Center Master Plan - Winter Springs, Florida (prepared by Dover, Kohl &
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Partners, Gibbs Planning Group, Inc., and Michael Design Associates, Inc.
March 23, 1998).
. Commercial Planning Study for the Town Center of Winter springs, Florida
(prepared by Gibbs Planning Group, Inc., March 23, 1998).
A. PROPOSED LANGUAGE OF THE TOWN CENTER VISION, GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES:
TOWN CENTER VISION:
A traditional Town Center is the physical place where many basic needs of citizens are
conveniently and tightly focused: shopping, working, governance, entertainment,
dwellings, and the arts all happen together in a town center because it is pragmatic to do
so. But the motivation to create a town center runs deeper and the payoff much greater
than mere convenience. Human settlements have centers because human society craves
contact and connectedness. A proper town center is a symbol of the community, a
reflection of its values and aspirations. Winter Springs residents and business owners
have given clear indication to its elected leaders of their desire to create such a space in
the City to capture the young City's imagination, to project an image of its bright future,
to become a place where fond memories are born and the bonds of civil society are
forged, and becoming the most valuable real estate within the City. Relatedly, the
leadership of the City visualizes the Town Center as the root of the local and regional
economy, and the key to a sustainable tax base.
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The City Commission of the City of Winter Springs desires to implement the requirement
of Policy 3c of Objective A under Goal 1 of the Traffic Circulation Element which
indicates that there be "creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a
primary civic, business and service focus for the City." In accordance with 163.3167(11)
Florida Statutes, the City Commission developed a collaborative planning process
involving a series of advertised public meetings to consider input from the residents,
property owners, business community, consultants and City and county staff to formulate
a Town Center Concept Plan, and later a Town Center Design Code. It is the declaration
of the City Commission, based on the numerous public meetings, that the Town Center
will be developed in the "neo-traditional" or "new urbanism" approach, involving mixed
uses with increased densities and intensities. As part of the Town Center plan, the City
seeks to establish a partnership with the private sector in the development of the Town
Center. A Master Developer would assume a lead role and work in cooperation with a
Development Team.
The City of Winter Springs' Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Element, shall be
amended to include the following Goal, Objectives, and Policies regarding the Town
Center:
GOAL
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The City of Winter Springs seeks to create a Town Center, based upon traditional
design standards for development, that will become the identifying focus of the
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City's downtown. The primary and fundamental purpose of the Town Center
shall be a place where people can reside in a mix of single and multiple family
dwellings, and also gather to shop, relax, recreate, be entertained, attend
community events, and enjoy the natural beauty of lands located in the Town
Center. The Town Center should be created through public and private
investment and development.
OBJECTIVE
A) The Town Center should be located in close proximity to existing public facilities
such as the City Hall, Winter Springs High School, Central Winds Community
Park, and U.S. Post Office. The Town Center should be a compact area primarily
located on the north side of Route 434 along both sides of Tuskawilla Road, as
depicted on the City's Future Land Use Map.
Policies
1) From time to time, the City Commission may revise the Future Land Use
Map to designate land "Town Center" consistent with this Objective.
2) The City should maintain a leadership position to protect the integrity of
the Town Center and prpmote public and private investment and growth
therein.
3) From time to time, the City Commission may adopt appropriate
transportation maps to identify future roads and traffic patterns related to
the Town Center that assure best routes through land while attempting to
maximize development potential and opportunities consistent with the
Town Center Goal. The final location offuture Town Center roads will be
determined by the City during the development permit procedure.
4) The City Commission may enter into a public/private partnership
arrangement with a Master Developer(s) to develop the Town Center.
5) To the extent financial resources are available, public money should be
spent as a catalyst to encourage private investment within the Town
Center. In coordination with private development, the City may undertake
capital improvements for public infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, roads,
parks, stormwater) to enhance or assist private development to achieve the
Town Center Goal.
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To the extent financially feasible, the City should encourage private
investment in the Town Center by enacting policies to provide economic
incentives to private developers building within the Town Center,
provided such development is consistent with the Town Center Goal. To
the extent allowed by law, incentives may include, but not be limited to,
waiving permit, impact, and other City fees; providing impact fee credits;
subsidizing loans; offering City owned-land; improving right-of-ways;
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providing public infrastructure; streamlining permit processing; providing
free and pre-approved designs.
7) All proposed developments within the Town Center shall be subject to
review by the Development Review Committee (ORC). The DRC shall
have authority, within development review criteria established by the City
Commission, to approve all aspects of site planning and exterior
architecture within the Town Center, including aesthetic appropriateness,
environmental implications, traffic impacts, and any other site-specific
matters related to development.
OBJECTIVE
B) Promote and enhance the development of the Town Center by allowing a mixed-
use higher density/intensity neo-traditional urban pattern.
Policies
1) Create innovative land development regulations to encourage a mixed-use
higher density/intensity neo-traditional Town Center, utilizing, to the
extent practical, the fundamentals and urban design concepts in the Town
Center Master Plan:
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Urbanity and high density.
Walkable community.
Predictability in design/flexibility in land use.
Visibly different section of State Road 434.
Important sites for special public places.
Preserve and connect the natural environment with a "green
network" of parks and open spaces.
Network of connected streets and blocks.
Buildings fronting streets and public spaces.
Buildings positioned close together and up to the street or square.
Parking lots located behind or to the side of buildings.
Special public spaces of defined character.
Special sites for civic buildings.
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2) Promote and permit a variety of places to gather, shop, relax, recreate and
enjoy the natural beauty of the Town Center. Sites for public spaces will
be chosen because of their uniqueness or existing physical features.
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Promote and develop a network of public green spaces such as parks,
squares, preserves, and open spaces that form the framework for the Town
Center, and in doing so, promote and develop connectivity of natural
features for habitat, continuity and sustainability, scenic vistas, and trail
systems. Parks may include both passive and active parks.
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4) Through the enactment of creative and flexible land development
regulations, permit a variety of mixed-uses consistent, compatible, and in
harmony with the Town Center Goal, including Single family residential,
multiple family residential, commercial retail and services, public services
and buildings, parks, and schools.
5) Unless mitigated in accordance with law and pursuant to a development
permit issued by the City and other jurisdictional governmental agencies,
wetlands, uplands, unique soils, and strands of existing trees will be
preserved as preserve areas, parks, squares, and trails. To the extent
feasible, these areas shall be connected to promote the natural drainage
and ecological viability of the Town Center.
OBJECTIVE
C) Establish an areawide stormwater master plan for the Town Center.
Policies
1) The City shall coordinate the development of an areawide stormwater
master plan for the Town Center by FY 2001-2002.
2) The City should designed and approve a stormwater master plan for the
Town Center in order to free up land in the Town Center for private
development. The Plan should respond to existing runoff concerns,
shorten the approval process to save developers time and money, and
improve water quality through a system-wide approach. Retention ponds
shall be designed to enhance neighborhood edges and aesthetics and to
provide buffering when appropriate.
3) Any stormwater master plan for the Town Center shall be consistent with
and complementary to the goals, objectives and policies found in the
Stormwater and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub-element of
the Infrastructure Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan.
B. CONSISTENCY /COMP A TIDILITY WITH CITY, STATE, AND
REGIONAL COMPREHENSIVE PLANS:
1. WITH THE CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
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The creation of a Town Center is compatible with and consistent with the
City's Comprehensive Plan. It implements Policy 3)c. under Objective A
of Goal 1 of the Traffic Circulation Element which states in part:
" . . .creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a
primary civic, business and service focus for the City."
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The Town Center area is envisioned to be a mixed use development
involving retail commercial, residential, and office uses. The mixed use
concept of these land uses is compatible with the county's Future Land
Use Map "Commercial" and "Office" designation to the south in the
county enclave and with the City's "Commercial" designation to the west
along S.R. 434
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The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and not in conflict
with the other elements of the City's Comprehensive Plan, specifically:
Land Use Element:
Objective A under Goal 3
Objective B of Goal I
Objective A under Goal 2
Policy I of Objective B under Goal 3
Conservation Element:
Policy 2 of Objective B under Goal I
Policy 8 of Objective B under Goal I
Recreation and Open Space Element:
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Policy I of Objective H under Goal I
Policy 2 of Objective H under Goal I
Objective J under Goal I
Sanitary Sewer Sub-Element:
Policy 2 of Objective C under Goal I
Storm Drainage and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub-Element:
Policy 1, 3, 4 of Objective B under Goal 1
Policy 8 of Objective C under Goal 2
Intergovernmental Coordination Element:
Policy 1 of Objective D under Goal 1
Objective E under Goal I
Policy la, ld of Objective F under Goal I
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2. WITH THE STATE COM:PREHENSIVEPLAN:
163.3177(1 O)(A) F.S.
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers goals and
policies of the State Comprehensive Plan in Chapter 187 F.S. List of goals, objectives
and policies that indicate consistency with the State Comprehensive Plan
9J-5.021(4) F.A.C.
STATE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
(16) Land Use
Goal (a), Policy 1
(18) Public Facilities
Policy 4
(22) The Economy
Policy 1, 3, 12
NOTE:
A Local comprehensive plan shall be consistent with a Comprehensive
Regional Policy Plan or the State Comprehensive Plan if the local plan is
compatible with and furthers such plans. 9J-5.021(1) F.A.C.
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The term "compatible with" means that the local plan is not in conflict
with the State Comprehensive Plan or appropriate comprehensive regional
policy plan. The term "furthers" means to take action in the direction of
realizing goals or policies of the state or regional plan. 9J-5.021(2)
F.A.C.
For the purposes of determining consistency of the local plan with the
State Comprehensive Plan or the appropriate regional policy plan the state
or regional plan shall be construed as a whole and no specific goal and
policy shall be construed or applied in isolation from the other goals and
policies in the plans. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
3. WITH THE EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA COMPREHENSIVE REGIONAL
POLICY PLAN: 186.507 F.S.; 27-E-4 F.A.C.
The comprehensive plan amendment is compatible with and furthers goals and
policies of the East Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan.
List of goals, objectives and policies that indicate consistency with the East
Central Florida Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan: 9J-5.021(4) F,A.C.
EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA COMPREHENSIVE
REGIONAL POLICY PLAN:
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Policy 57.]: ], 4, 5
Policy 58.1
Policy 64.7: 4
Policies 65.4, 65.5
Policy 67.2
NOTE:
A Local comprehensive plan shall be consistent with a
Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan or the State Comprehensive
Plan if the local plan is compatible with and furthers such plans.
9J-5.021(1) F.A.C.
The term "compatible with" means that the local plan is not in
conflict with the State Comprehensive Plan or appropriate
comprehensive regional policy plan. The term "furthers" means to
take action in the direction of realizing goals or policies of the state
or regional plan. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
For the purposes of determining consistency of the local plan with
the State Comprehensive Plan or the appropriate regional policy
plan the state or regional plan shall be construed as a whole and no
specific goal and policy shall be construed or applied in isolation
from the other goals and policies in the plans. 9J-5.021(2) F.A.C.
IV.
FINDINGS:
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The goals, objectives, and policies of the Town Center comprehensive plan
amendment are compatible with the other elements of the City's Comprehensive Plan
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The goals, objectives, and policies of the Town Center comprehensive plan
amendment are compatible with and furthers elements of the State Comprehensive
Plan, in Chapter 187 F.S.
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The goals, objectives, and policies of the Town Center comprehensive plan
amendment are compatible with and furthers elements of the East Central Florida
Comprehensive Regional Policy Plan.
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SUGGESTED LPARECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY
COMMISSION:
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Staff recommends that the Local Planning Agency make the following recommendation:
to the City Commission:
That the City Commission hold a first (transmittal) public hearing
and transmit to the Department of Community Affairs the proposed
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment (LG-CP A-1-99) ,
establishing new goals, objectives, and policies for the proposed
Town Center in the text of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element
(Volume 2 of2).
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I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning And Zoning BoardILPA Regular Meeting was called to order Wednesday,
November 3, 1999, at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Carl Stephens, Jr., in the Commission
Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter
Springs, Florida 32708). The Pledge of Allegiance followed.
Roll Call
Carl Stephens, Jr., Chairman, present
Marc Clinch, Vice Chairman, present
Tom Brown, absent
Bill Fernandez, present
Rosanne Karr, arrived at 7:08 p.m. .
Also Present
Charles Carrington, AICP, Community Development Department, Director
Thomas Grimms, AICP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator
Anthony A. Garganese, City Attorney
Approval Of the October 6, 1999 Planning And Zoning Board/Local
Planning Agency Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed changing the word "width" (page two, second paragraph) to
"depths" so the paragraph would read as: "Discussion followed regarding the location of
the property; the boundaries; the lot widths; and the lot depths of other neighboring
properties. "
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER BILL FERNANDEZ. "I MOVE TO APPROVE
THE MINU{ES OF OCTOBER 6, 1999 REGULAR MEETING WITH THE
CORRECTION DISCUSSED". SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MARC
CLINCH. THE BOARD AGREED TO THE MOTION BY CONSENSUS.
MOTION CARRIED.
II. REGULAR AGENDA
Mr. Thomas Grimms, AICP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator introduced
the Board to the new City Attorney, Anthony A. Garganese. The Board welcomed
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Attorney Garganese to the meeting and requested that in the future the by-laws be
reviewed with the City Attorney present.
A. Discussion with Charles Carrington, AICP
Community Development Director
Mr. Charles Carrington, Community Development Department Director introduced
himself to the Board and spoke of the importance of the Planning and Zoning Board; of
the many "functions" of Planning and Zoning; the "strategy" of annexation; and a joint
meeting of the City Commission and the Planning and Zoning Board in the future.
Board Member Rosanne Karr arrived at 7:08 p.m.
Discussion followed regarding annexations; the Board being informed of pending issues;
and Staff keeping the Board informed of any annexations in the future.
B. Tuscawilla PUD Parcel 7 and Parcel 8
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Grimms stated that the applicant, Tuskawilla Investors, Inc. is applying for a change
of Future Land Use Map designation from "Recreation" to "Lower Density Residential"
(1.1 - 3.5 DU per acre). He read the findings from Agenda Item II. B., and the
Development Review Committee (DRC) recommendation to the Local Planning Agency
(LPA).
The Board discussed the Development Review Committee's meeting of October 19,
1999; the Second Amendment to the Mikes Settlement Agreement; and that any changes
regarding the Future Land Use Map should come before the Board for some kind of
recommendation.
Chairman Stephens asked if anyone would like to speak from the audience.
John Howell, Holland & Knight Law Firm, Orlando, Florida: advised the Board that he
represents the .applicant. He then introduced Steve Loveland and Rob Holland, Marsh
Land Development Company; and Joel Ivey, Ivey, Harrison and Wahl. Discussion
ensued that James Mikes is not involved in this project; that the tennis courts and
swimming pool will not be removed: the background of the parcels since 1971; and that
the applicant will return with a proposal in the future.
Discussion ensued regarding the property boundaries; the golf course; that there are no
drawings or plans for the parcels at this time; the creek; that the entrance would be within
the legal description; and traffic.
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Joe DeMinico, 985 Troon Trace, Winter Springs, Florida: asked what impact this would
cause to the golf course; creek drainage; and diminishing the conservation area and the
golf course.
Dan Dyche, 846 Bentley Green Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of his concern that
the green area in the community "can just be given away"; and asked if there is a specific
plan for the parcels. Mr. Dyche also spoke about the driving range and St. Johns River
Water Management District.
Jim Pitts, 904 Augusta National Boulevard, Winter Springs, Florida: asked if this a
"done deal".
Terry Scarlata, 1006 Nancy Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of her concern with
downstream flooding; that the elevation map was done numerous years ago; asked if a
high water mark was ever determined; and inquired about the flood zone plan.
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Iris Mennens, 4551 Creekside Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: asked that the developer
keep the trees and the beauty of the land.
Mr. Grimms spoke of the Arbor Ordinance; the commitment of the City to protect the
trees; that the developer must conform to the City's regulations; the court agreement;
many surrounding developments were at higher density than Parcel 7 and Parcel 8; and
that the citizens should "have confidence" in the City Regulations.
Rolf Utegaard, 797 Austin Court, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of being on the
Tuscawilla Task Force; Settlement Agreements; and of "past promises."
Al Partington, 1456 Mt. Laurel Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of being a
member of the Tuscawilla Task Force; the possibility of losing the lighting of the tennis
courts; and the golf practice facility.
John Howell explained that the applicant will not eliminate any of the amenities that
presently exist; the parcels combined will have a total of sixty-five (65) single family
units; that many upgrades have already been completed; and that community meetings
will be held.
Mr. Grimms explained that the applicant is requesting a change of Future Land Use Map
designation from "Recreation" to "Lower Density Residential" (1.1 - 3.5 DU per acre).
In light of the comments made before the Board, discussion ensued between the Board
and the City Attorney regarding the validity and enforceability of the Second Amendment
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to the Settlement Agreement and the court's jurisdiction to enforce any provision of the
settlement agreement.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "MR. CHAIR, I WILL
RECOMMEND THAT-LET ME FIND WHAT THEIR FINDINGS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS WERE-AND RATHER THAN GO THROUGH THE
ENTIRE SET OF ROMAN NUMERAL FOUR FINDINGS, SUFFICE IT TO SAY,
ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR, FIVE, SIX, SEVEN SPECIFIC BULLET POINT
FINDINGS AS WELL AS THE ONE THAT YOU INDICATED MR. CHAIR TO
WIT THAT THE DEVELOPMENT CONFORM TO THE EXISTING
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT THAT ANY DEVELOPMENT MEETS ALL
THE CURRENT REGULATIONS OF THE CITY, I WOULD RECOMMEND
THAT THE CITY COMMISSION TRANSMIT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, THAT THE CERTAIN LARGE SCALE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT LG-CPA-3-99 DEALING WITH THE
TUSCA WILLA PARCEL SEVEN AND EIGHT".
BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ CONTINUED, "THEN I WILL ADD TO THE
MOTION THAT THE CITY COMMISSION THEN SCHEDULE AN
APPROPRIATE SECOND PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT THE PLANNED
AMENDMENT AFTER RECEIVING THE ORC REPORT (OBJECTIONS,
RECOMMENDATIONS AND COMMENTS REPORT) FROM THE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS".
Chairman Stephens passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Marc Clinch.
SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER CARL STEPHENS. DISCUSSION. VOTE:
MARK CLINCH: NAY; BILL FERNANDEZ: AYE; ROSANNE KARR: NAY;
CARL STEPHENS: NAY. MOTION DID NOT CARRY.
Discussion followed regarding the procedures of the Planning and Zoning Board
recommendations being forwarded to the City Commission; public attendance at the
December 13, 1999 City Commission Regular Meeting; and other motion(s).
Vice Chairman Clinch passed the gavel to Chairman Stephens.
MOTION BY VICE CHAIRMAN CLINCH. "I MAKE A MOTION TO NOT
RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COMMISSION FORWARD THIS PLAN TO
DCA (DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS)."
BOARD MEMBER CLINCH CONTINUED, "AND ALSO NOT TO ADOPT THIS
PLAN". BOARD MEMBER ROSEANNE KARR SECONDED. DISCUSSION.
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VOTE: BILL FERNANDEZ: NAY; ROSANNE KARR: AYE;
STEPHENS: AYE; MARK CLINCH: AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
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C. Elizabeth Morse Foundation Rezoning ( REZ-4-99 ]
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Grimms stated that the applicant is requesting a change of Future Land Use Map
designation from County R-10 "Agriculture" (1 DU per 10 acres maximum) to the City's
"Lower Density Residential" (1.1-3.5 DU per acre); the purpose; the findings; and the
DRC's (Development Review Committee) recommendation.
The Board discussed the background of the present request of the applicant; the site
location and boundaries; neighboring developments; and the drainage.
Randy Kirkwood, Harling Locklin Associates; spoke of his company being the Planner
and Engineer for the project; the drainage culvert; the land recently being surveyed; and
the site compatibility.
The discussion continued regarding a possible request for R-IA zoning; the price of the
homes; and if the Board's recommendation would be submitted with the Board's prior
recommendation.
Janine Ball, 1914 Springs Avenue, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of her concern of the
lot widths in regards to the size of the home.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "BASED ON THE FINDINGS
UNDER ROMAN NUMERAL FOUR, THE ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR
BULLETS THAT ARE CONTAINED THEREIN, I WILL MAKE A MOTION TO
THE CITY COMMISSION THAT THEY HOLD A FIRST TRANSMITTAL
PUBLIC HEARING AND TRANSMIT TO THE DEP ARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, THE PROPOSED LARGE SCALE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT, LG-CPA-2-99 TO CHANGE FROM
COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE MAP (FLUM) DESIGNATION R-IO
"AGRICULTURE" (1 DU PER 10 ACRES MAXIMUM) TO THE CITY'S
FUTURE LAND USE MAP DESIGNATION OF "LOWER DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL" (1.1-3.5 DU PER ACRE) FOR THE ELIZABETH MORSE
FOUNDATION PROPERTY ON THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT VOLUME TWO OF TWO,
AND FURTHER TO HOLD A SECOND PUBLIC HEARING AFTER
RECEIVING THE ORC (OBJECTIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND
COMMENTS) REPORT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AFFAIRS TO ADOPT THE PLAN AMENDMENT."
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MOTION BY CHAIRMAN STEPHENS. "CAN I AMEND THAT TO ALSO
INCLUDE IN THAT MOTION OUR RECOMMENDATION FROM THE
OCTOBER 6T11 MEETING TO ACCOMPANY THAT MOTION."
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "SO MOVED." BOARD
MEMBER ROSANNE KARR SECONDED. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BILL
FERNANDEZ: AYE; ROSANNE KARR: AYE; CARL STEPHENS: AYE;
MARK CLINCH: AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
D. Town Center
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Grimms stated that the "City intends to cany out the mandated Policy 3)c under
Objective A of Go~l 1 of the Traffic Circulation Element"; spoke of the findings; and the
suggested DRC recommendation to the LP A.
Discussion ensued regarding the property boundaries; the pending agreement with the
Schrimsher property; the Cross Seminole Trail; the traffic from the high school; the
Future Land Use Map Amendment; the goals, and policies and objectives of the Town
Center.
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MOTION BY.BOARD MEMBER CLINCH. "I'D LIKE TO MAKE A MOTION
THAT THIS BODY RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COMMISSION TO
APPROVE THE PROPOSED CHANGE ZONE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
DESIGNATION FROM "MIXED USE", "COMMERCIAL", "RUSTIC
RESIDENTIAL", "CONSERVATION", "RECREATIONAL", AND "PUBLIC
BUILDINGS" TO TOWN CENTER DISTRICT." BOARD MEMBER KARR
SECONDED.
BOARD MEMBER CLINCH AMENDED THIS MOTION BY ADDING,
"AMEND MY MOTION TO INCLUDE ALSO A RECOMMENDATION TO
HOLD A SECOND PUBLIC HEARING, AFTER RECEIVING AND
REVIEWING THE ORC (OBJECTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS AND
COMMENTS) REPORT, TO ADOPT THE PLAN, LG-CPA-1-99." BOARD
MEMBER KARR SECONDED THE AMENDMENT. DISCUSSION. VOTE:
ROSANNE KARR: AYE; CARL STEPHENS: AYE; MARK CLINCH: AYE;
BILL FERNANDEZ: AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
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E. Lamoureux Property
Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Grimms read for the record a letter addressed to Chairman Stephens from the City of
Oviedo (Attachment "A"). Mr. Grimms spoke to the Board on various issues regarding
the letter.
The Board discussed the Battleridge Agreement; the applicant's request; what land use
designations are surrounding the Lamoureux property; that site plans and detailed
engineering drawings will be provided in the development review; neighboring
commercial properties; "C-l" categories; Winter Springs Executive Park; and the
possibility of a developer's agreement.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "BASED ON THE
INFORMATION PROVIDED AND THE FINDINGS AS INUMERATED UNDER
ROMAN NUMERAL THREE, THE SEVEN DIFFERENT FINDINGS THERE,
I'LL RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVE A SMALL
SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CHANGING (FLUM) THE
FUTURE LAND USE MAP DESIGNATION OF THE 2.5 ACRE LAMOUREUX
PROPERTY FROM COUNTY SUBURBAN ESTATES (1 DU PER ACRE) TO
COMMERCIAL BASED ON THAT THE OWNER AGREE TO ENTER INTO A
DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS TO
DEVELOP THIS PROPERTY AND COMPLY WITH ALL OF THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE 434 CORRIDOR PLAN".
AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER CLINCH. "I'D LIKE
TO AMEND THAT MOTION, AND TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE
BATTLERIDGE AGREEMENT, DATED JANUARY 26,1999." DISCUSSION.
BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ ASKED BOARD MEMBER CLINCH, "ARE
YOU TRYING TO LIMIT IT, MARK, TO WHAT'S MENTIONED IN THIS-
WHAT IS HE, MAYOR-CHAIRMAN, A AND B POINTS DEALING WITH THE
SIZING OF THE TRUNK LINES SUFFICIENT ONLY TO PROVIDE WATER
AND SEWER TO THE BATTLERIDGE PROPERTY AND NO OTHER
SURROUNDING PROPERTIES"? BOARD MEMBER CLINCH RESPONDED,
"YES, THAT'S WHAT I'M TRYING TO ACHIEVE THERE".
SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER CLINCH.
VOTE (ON THE MOTION): CARL STEPHENS: AYE; MARK CLINCH: AYE;
BILL FERNANDEZ: AYE. (BOARD MEMBER KARR DID NOT VOTE).
MOTION CARRIED.
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III. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
· By-Laws
Discussion followed regarding passing the gavel; voting conflicts; and financial gains or
losses.
IV. ADJOURNMENT
By consensus of the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by: Debbie Gillespie, City Clerk's Office
City of Winter Springs, Florida
APPROVED:
CARL STEPHENS, JR., CHAIRMAN
PLANNING and ZONING BOARDILP A
NOTE: These minutes were approved at the
, 1999 Planning And Zoning Board/LP A Meeting.
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AGENDA ITEM
FOR THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
NOVEMBER 24TH MEETING
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS
MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD/LP A
SPECIAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 24, 1999
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning And Zoning Board/LPA Special Meeting was called to order Wednesday,
November 24, 1999, at 7:01 p.m. by Chairman Carl Stephens, Jr., in the Commission
Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter
Springs, Florida 32708). The Pledge of Allegiance followed.
Roll Call
Carl Stephens, Jr., Chairman, present
Marc Clinch, Vice Chairman, absent
Tom Brown, present
Bill Fernandez, present
Rosanne Karr, absent
Also Present
Thomas Grimms, AlCP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator
Anthony A. Garganese, City Attorney
Approval Of the November 3, 1999 Planning And Zoning Board/Local
Planning Agency Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed the minutes and it was agreed by consensus to table the approval of
the November 3, 1999 minutes to the next Regular Meeting.
II. REGULAR AGENDA
A. Town Center
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Thomas Grimms, AlCP, Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Coordinator, spoke about
the past recommendation of the Board in this matter; a set of goals, objective and policies
relating to the Town Center being a direct part of the transmittal; the request for the Local
Planning Agency to review and recommend the goals, objectives and policies to the City
Commission; the purpose; the findings; and the recommendations and changes made to
the goals, objectives, and polices.
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The Board requested to view the Town Center boundaries on the City's Future Land Use
Map.
Mickey Grindstaff, 20 North Orange Ave, Orlando, Florida: spoke of being the attorney
for the property owner; the history of working with the City regarding the property; of
being "optimistic" that an agreement can be reached; requested specific revisions to the
goals, objective, and policies; distributed copies of an article from New Urban News to
the Board; and read and commented on several sections.
The Board discussed wetlands, uplands, unique soils and strands of trees; parks; the
reason for Planning and Zoning Board's Special Meeting; and City owned-land.
Tape I/Side B
Discussion continued regarding the Town Center being centered around the intersection
of State Road 434 and Tuskawilla Road; "design and approving a stonnwater master
plan"; deleting the word "uplands"; language stressing Tree City, U.S.A.; the definition
of a Master Developer; the reserve capacitY; the traffic from Winter Springs High School;
and the updating of the Traffic Certification Element.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "I WANT TO AGAIN
REITERATE FOR THE RECORD THAT WE HAVE PARTICIPATED IN
NUMEROUS PUBLIC HEARINGS, THERE HAS BEEN QUITE A BIT OF
INPUT FROM CONSULTANTS, AS WELL AS STAFF, WE HAVE ATTENDED
PLANNING SESSIONS AND WORK SESSIONS AND WE DO FEEL THAT A
TOWN CENTER IS APPROPRIATE AND THEREFORE SINCE WE HAVE
PASSED THE TOWN CENTER DISTRICT CODE AND MADE OTHER
RECOMMENDATIONS I AM GOING TO BE MOVING TO RECOMMEND TO
THE CITY COMMISSION THAT THEY TRANSMIT THIS LARGE SCALE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT LG-CPA-1-99 TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS (DCA). MR. GRIMMS, DO WE
GET A ORC (OBJECTIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND COMMENTS)
REPORT ON THIS? AND THEN, AS APPROPRIATE, TO SCHEDULE A
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ANY OBJECTIONS,
RECOMMENDATIONS OR COMMENTS OF THE DCA, BUT, AS FAR AS THE
SCHRIMST AR PROPERTY IS CONCERNED AND I BELIEVE WE HAVE
SOME OTHERS, THE SPRING LANDING INVESTMENT LIMITED, THE
JESSUP SHORES LIMITED, AND THE EURO AMERICAN INVESTORS
GROUP, REPRESENTED BY SUNBELT INVESTORS GROUP, MR. A. C.
LEERDAM, THAT THIS RECOMMENDATION FOR TRANSMITTAL BE
INAPPLICABLE TO THOSE PARTICULAR PROPERTIES UNLESS, UNTIL A
SATISFACTORY DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT IS NEGOTIATED WITH THE
PROPERTY OWNERS OR THE PROPERTY IS PURCHASED BY OTHER
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OWNERS WHO ARE WILLING TO BE BOUND BY IT, AND/OR A MASTER
DEVELOPER. NOW, I AM RECOMMENDING THA T WITH CERT AIN
CHANGES. THAT ON PAGE THREE, UNDER THE TOWN CENTER VISION,
AT THE END THERE, THAT WE DELETE THE 'MASTER DEVELOPER
WOULD ASSUME THE LEAD ROLE AND WORK IN COOPERATION WITH A
DEVELOPMENT TEAM', THAT BE DELETED. THAT ON PAGE FOUR,
OBJECTIVE A), THAT WE CHANGE THE LANGUAGE SUCH THAT 'THE
TOWN CENTER SHOULD BE A COMPACT AREA CENTERED AROUND THE
INTERSECTION OF STATE ROAD 434 AND TUSKAWILLA ROAD AS
DEPICTED ON THE CITY'S FLUM (FUTURE LAND USE MAP)'. THAT
UNDER A) 4), UNDER POLICIES, THAT 'THE CITY COMMISSION MAY
MEET WITH PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP ARRANGEMENT WITH
PROPERTY OWNERS OR DEVELOPERS TO DEVELOP THE TOWN
CENTER'. UNDER SIX OF A), UNDER POLICIES, THAT MAY BE MODIFIED
TO DELETE 'OFFERING CITY-OWNED LAND' AND IN PLACE THERE OF
SUBSTITUTE 'RESERVING INFRASTRUCTURE CAPACITY'. THAT ON
PAGE FIVE, B) 1), THAT WE DELETE THREE BULLET POINTS THAT
START
. BUILDINGS FRONTING STREETS AND PUBLIC SPACES.
. BUILDINGS POSITIONED CLOSE TOGETHER AND UP TO THE
STREET OR SQUARE.
. PARKING LOTS LOCATED BEHIND OR TO THE SIDE OF
BUILDINGS.
THAT THOSE THREE BULLETS BE DELETED. IN SO FAR AS ON PAGE
SIX, UNDER OBJECTIVE B) 5), I AM TALKING ABOUT, ON PAGE SIX, THAT
IT READ, 'UNLESS MITIGATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW AND
PURSUANT TO A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT ISSUED BY THE CITY AND
OTHER JURISDICTIONAL GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES, WETLANDS
WILL BE PRESERVED AS CONSERVATION PRESERVED AREAS, PARKS,
SQUARES AND TRAILS. TO THE EXTENT FEASIBLE, THESE AREAS
SHALL BE CONNECTED TO PROMOTE THE NATURAL DRAINAGE AND
ECOLOGICAL VIABILITY OF THE TOWN CENTER AND TO FURTHER
UPHOLD THE DESIGNATION OF WINTER SPRINGS AS TREE CITY, U.S.A.',
AND UNDER OBJECTIVE C) 2) ON PAGE SIX, THAT IT BE CHANGED TO
READ 'THE CITY SHOULD DESIGN A IMPROVED STORM WATER
MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE TOWN CENTER IN ORDER TO FREE UP
LAND IN THE TOWN CENTER FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT. THE PLAN
SHOULD RESPOND TO EXISTING RUNOFF CONCERNS, AND IMPROVE
WATER QUALITY THROUGH A SYSTEM-WIDE APPROACH. THE PLAN
SHOULD ALSO SHORTEN THE APPROV AlL PROCESS TO SAVE
DEVELOPERS TIME AND MONEY, PROVIDED THE DEVELOPMENT IS
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CONSISTENT WITH THE TOWN CENTER' AND INCLUDING THE
'RETENTION PONDS SHALL BE DESIGNED TO ENHANCE
NEIGHBORHOOD EDGES AND AESTHETICS AND TO PROVIDE
BUFFERING WHEN APPROPRIATE.' I MAKE THIS MOTION BASED ON
THE FINDINGS THAT THE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES OF THE
TOWN CENTER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND AMENDMENT ARE
COMPATIBLE WITH THE OTHER ELEMENTS OF THE CITY'S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, WITH THE STATE'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IN
CHAPTER ONE EIGHTY-SEVEN (187) AND WITH EAST CENTRAL
FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL COMPREHENSIVE POLICY
PLAN.
BOARD MEMBER BROWN SECONDED. DISCUSSION. VOTE:
MEMBER BROWN: AYE; BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ:
CHAIRMAN STEPHENS: AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
BOARD
AYE;
Mr. Garganese departed at 8:33 p.m.
B. Public School Facilities Location/Co-Location
Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Grimms spoke to the Board about the request; the City of Winter Springs being the
applicant; the background; the considerations; the findings; the Staff's recommendation
that the City Commission transmit the proposed amendment to the Florida Department of
Community Affairs for expedited review; and that Brenda Winningham, Florida
Department of Community Affairs for Seminole County, reviewed the documents and
stated "the language was good"; and will ask for an expedited review from the DCA.
Discussion ensued regarding receiving a ORC (Objections, Recommendation and
Comments) report in the future; the Florida Department of Community Affairs; whether
school boards have to abide by the City's zoning regulations; schools impacting
residential neighborhoods; if the plan complies with the City's, the State of Florida, and
the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council objectives, goals and policies; and
that information should be in the findings.
MOTION BY BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ. "I MOVE TO RECOMMEND
TO THE CITY COMMISSION THAT THEY TRANSMIT LG-CPA-4-99, FOR
TRANSMITTAL TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS AND
TO FURTHER SCHEDULE AN APPROPRIATE PUBLIC HEARING TO
RECEIVE ANY OBJECTIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS OR COMMENTS
FROM DCA, I UNDERSTAND ON AN EMERGENCY TYPE BASIS, WITH THE
FOLLOWING CHANGES. UNDER B) 3) E) ON PAGE FIVE, THAT THE END
OF THE FIRST SENTENCE WILL READ, 'AND WILL NOT MA TERIALL Y
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ADVERSELY IMPACT HISTORIC OR ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES OR
EXISTING RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS"'. BOARD MEMBER BROWN
SECONDED.
BOARD MEMBER FERNANDEZ AMENDED HIS MOTION. "BY THE WAY,
THAT RECOMMENDATION IS BASED ON THE ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR,
FIVE BULLET POINT FINDINGS UNDER ROMAN NUMERAL THREE,
TOGETHER WITH THE ADDITIONAL FINDINGS THAT IT MEETS THE
CITY'S POLICIES, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AS WELL AS THE STATE'S,
AS WELL AS THE EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING
COUNCIL." BOARD MEMBER BROWN SECONDED. DISCUSSION. VOTE:
BOARD FERNANDEZ: AYE; CHAIRMAN CARL STEPHENS: AYE;
CHAIRMAN BROWN: AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
III. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
. By-Laws
. ERA Update
. LDR
. Traffic Circulation Update
. Topical Index
IV. ADJOURNMENT
With the consensus of the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by: Debbie Gillespie. City Clerk's Office
City of Winter Springs, Florida
APPROVED:
CARL STEPHENS, JR., CHAIRMAN
PLANNING and ZONING BOARD/LP A
NOTE: These minutes were approved at the
. 1999 Planning And Zoning Board/LPA Meeting.
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REVISED LANGUAGE OF THE TOWN CENTER VISION,
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES PER LPA MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 24, 1999
TOWN CENTER VISION:
A traditional Town Center is the physical place where many basic needs of citizens are
conveniently and tightly focused: shopping, working, g(wernance, entertainment,
dwellings, and the arts all happen together in a town center because it is pragmatic to do
so. But the motivation to create a town center runs deeper and the payoff much greater
than mere convenience. Human settlements have centers because human society craves
contact and connectedness. A proper town center is a symbol of the community, a
reflection of its values and aspirations. Winter Springs residents and business owners
have given clear indication to its elected leaders of their desire to create such a space in
the City to capture the young City's imagination, to project an image of its bright future,
to become a place where fond memories are born and the bonds of civil society are
forged, and becoming the most valuable real estate within the City. Relatedly, the
leadership of the City visualizes the Town Center as the root of the local and regional
economy, and the key to a sustainable tax base.
The City Commission of the City of Winter Springs desires to implement the requirement
of Policy 3c of Objective A under Goal 1 of the Traffic Circulation Element which
indicates that there be "creation in the undeveloped central area of Winter Springs of a
primary civic, business and service focus for the City." In accordance with 163.3167(11)
Florida Statutes, the City Commission developed a collaborative planning process
involving a series of advertised public meetings to consider input from the residents,
property owners, business community, consultants and City and county staff to formulate
a Town Center Concept Plan, and later a Town Center Design Code. It is the declaration
of the City Commission, based on the numerous public meetings, that the Town Center
will be developed in the "neo-traditional" or "new urbanism" approach, involving mixed
uses with increased densities and intensities. As part of the Town Center plan, the City
seeks to establish a partnership with the private sector in the development of the Town
Center.
The City of Winter Springs' Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Element, shall be
amended to include the following Goal, Objectives, and Policies regarding the Town
Center:
GOAL
4) The City of Winter Springs seeks to create a Town Center, based upon traditional
design standards for development, that will become the identifying focus of the
City's downtown. The primary and fundamental purpose of the Town Center
shall be a place where people can reside in a mix of single and multiple family
dwellings, and also gather to shop, relax, recreate, be entertained, attend
community events, and enjoy the natural beauty of lands located in the Town
Center. The Town Center should be created through public and private
investment and development.
OBJECTIVE
A) The Town Center should be located in close proximity to existing public facilities
such as the City Hall, Winter Springs High School, Central Winds Community
Park, and U.S. Post Office. The Town Center should be a compact area centered
around the intersection S.R. 434 and Tuskawilla Road, as depicted on the City's
Future Land Use Map.
Policies
1) From time to time, the City Commission may revise the Future Land Use
Map to designate land "Town Center" consistent with this Objective.
2) The City should maintain a leadership position to protect the integrity of
the Town Center and promote public and private investment and growth
therein.
3) From time to time, the City Commission may adopt appropriate
transportation maps to identify future roads and traffic patterns related to
the Town Center that assure best routes through land while attempting to
maximize development potential and opportunities consistent with the
Town Center Goal. The final location offuture Town Center roads will be
determined by the City during the development permit procedure.
4) The City Commission may enter into a public/private partnership
arrangement with property owners or a developer to develop the Town
Center.
5) To the extent financial resources are available, public money should be
spent as a catalyst to encourage private investment within the Town
Center. In coordination with private development, the City may undertake
capital improvements for public infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, roads,
parks, stormwater) to enhance or assist private development to achieve the
Town Center Goal.
6) To the extent financially feasible, the City should encourage private
investment in the Town Center by enacting policies to provide economic
incentives to private developers building within the Town Center,
provided such development is consistent with the Town Center Goal. To
the extent allowed by law, incentives may include, but not be limited to,
waiving permit, impact, and other City fees; providing impact fee credits;
subsidizing loans; reserving infrastructure capacity; improving right-of-
ways; providing public infrastructure; streamlining permit processing;
providing free and pre-approved designs.
7) All proposed developments within the Town Center shall be subject to
review by the Development Review Committee (DRC). The DRC shall
have authority, within development review criteria established by the City
Commission, to approve all aspects of site planning and exterior
architecture within the Town Center, including aesthetic appropriateness,
environmental implications, traffic impacts, and any other site-specific
matters related to development.
OBJECTIVE
B) Promote and enhance the development of the Town Center by allowing a mixed-
use higher density/intensity neo-traditional urban pattern.
Policies
1) Create innovative land development regulations to encourage a mixed-use
higher density/intensity neo-traditional Town Center, utilizing, to the
extent practical, the fundamentals and urban design concepts in the Town
Center Master Plan:
. Urbanity and high density.
. Walkable community.
. Predictability in design/flexibility in land use.
. Visibly different section of State Road 434.
. Important sites for special public places.
. Preserve and connect the natural environment with a "green
network" of parks and open spaces.
. Network of connected streets and blocks.
. Special public spaces of defined character.
. Special sites for civic buildings.
2) Promote and permit a variety of places to gather, shop, relax, recreate and
enjoy the natural beauty of the Town Center. Sites for public spaces will
be chosen because of their uniqueness or existing physical features.
3) Promote and develop a network of public green spaces such as parks,
squares, preserves, and open spaces that form the framework for the Town
Center, and in doing so, promote and develop connectivity of natural
features for habitat, continuity and sustainability, scenic vistas, and trail
systems. Parks may include both passive and active parks.
4) Through the enactment of creative and flexible land development
regulations, permit a variety of mixed-uses consistent, compatible, and in
harmony with the Town Center Goal, including Single family residential,
multiple family residential, commercial retail and services, public services
and buildings, parks, and schools.
5) Unless mitigated in accordance with law and pursuant to a development
permit issued by the City and other jurisdictional governmental agencies,
wetlands will be preserved as conservation preserve areas, parks, squares,
and trails. To the extent feasible, these areas shall be connected to
promote the natural drainage and ecological viability of the Town Center
and to further uphold the City's designation as a "Tree City U.S.A."
OBJECTIVE
C) Establish an areawide stormwater master plan for the Town Center.
Policies
1) The City shall coordinate the development of an areawide stormwater
master plan for the Town Center by FY 2001-2002.
2) The City should design and approve a stormwater master plan for the
Town Center in order to free up land in the Town Center for private
development. The Plan should respond to existing runoff concerns, and
improve water quality through a system-wide approach. The Plan should
also shorten the approval process to save developers time and money, and
provided the development is consistent with the Town Center Goal.
Retention ponds shall be designed to enhance neighborhood edges and
aesthetics and to provide buffering when appropriate.
3) Any stormwater master plan for the Town Center shall be consistent with
and complementary to the goals, objectives and policies found in the
Stormwater and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub-element of
the Infrastructure Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan.