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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 02 22 Other ERAPOC Sahlstrom (2)EAST RURAL AREA PROPERTY OWNERS COMMITTEE REPORT Presentation to the Winter Springs City Commission February 22,2006 Dramatic impacts to Florida's natural ecosystems are occurring as environmentally sensitive lands and open spaces are converted into housing projects. Traditional land use control programs have not addressed this problem. Regulations are needed that encourage the protection of open space and natural resource areas while accommodating development pressures. During 2005, the City of Winter Springs embarked on a PUBLIC PARTICIPATION process to identify a development pattern to accommodate growth while preserving significant areas of open space. A seven person committee was appointed from property owners within a 1000-acre study area. The Committee included: 7 Men and Women who Own Property in the Study Area and Were appointed by City Commission. Most (50f7) permanently reside in the Study Area. Included property owners with the largest and smallest acreage. Meetings were held over a 7 month period at 4-6 week intervals. Property Ownership Patterns East Rural Study Area Location The Study Area included approximately 1000 Acres STUDY AREA The Study Area is a smaller part of the area that Seminole County has identified in their Rural Lands Study as "Transition Area 1". PROJECT GOALS Vision Statment Existing land uses were inventoried Most of the citrus groves have been heavily impacted by pests, disease, and poor return because of foreign competition. Damaged groves are not being replanted and either lay fallow or have been replanted in nursery ornamentals. Historic land features have been altered to make way for farming; The addition of ditches to drain the fields have altered the hydraulics of the area. The area is relatively flat, rising only about 12 feet above the lake level. Less than 200 acres of native vegetation remains. Most of this is lakeshore wetlands. There are currently 45 residences within the Study Area. Existing Conditions- Property Fragmentation / Trend Toward "Rural Sprawl" Accommodates little population growth. Doesn't support infrastructure Retains no open space / natural features Low economic / fiscal return Displaces agriculture / natural landscapes Overview of Alternative Scenarios Scenario 1. No Further Development Overview of Alternative Scenarios Scenario 2. Continuation of County Zoning Overview of Alternative Scenarios Scenario 3. Urban Zoning at Three Dwellings/Acre Overview of Alternative Scenarios Scenario 4. Rural Transitional Development Round One -Potential Zoning Strategies Rural Transitional Development Scenario Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning"-A Menu of Choices Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of choices Tier 1 - Rural Large Lot Development Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of Choices Tier 1 -Rural Large Lot Development The Concept Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of Choices Tier 2 -Conservation Subdivisions Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of Choices Tier 2 - Conservation Subdivisions The Concept Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of Choices Tier 3 - Hamlets with Conservation Lands Round Two -Potential Zoning Strategies The Concept of "Tiered Zoning" -A Menu of Choices Implementing Tiered Zoning Concept in the ERA Summary of Preliminary Development Standards Round Three -Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Concept Refinements Round Three -Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Concept Refinements Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Tier 1. Existing County Zoning / Rural Large Lot Objectives Round Three Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Concept Refinements Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Tier II. Conservation Development Objectives Tier II - Conservation Development Round Three Revised ETA Zoning Tiers Concept Refinements Revised ERA Zoning Tiers Summary of Proposed Zoning Districts Seminole County Rural Lands Study Rural Cluster Subdivision Implementing Tiered Zoning Concept in the ERA Elements of a Conservation Network Implementing Tiered Zoning Concept in the ERA Elements of a Concervation Network Implementing Tiered Zoning Concept in the ERA Elements of a Conservation Network Conclusion It has been no easy task to balance the wishes of citizens with divergent views about the future of the Black Hammock. However, this Report represents just that- A consensus derived from over 6 months of meetings with consideration for the rights and needs of everyone involved. We respectfully request that our efforts are not in vain and that you move forward by Adopting our Report. Thank you.