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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005 01 10 Public Hearings Item 403 Landings at Parkstone COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM 403 Consent Informational Public Hearing X Regular January 10, 2005 Meeting MGR.I- /DEFT J~ Authorization REQUEST: The Community Development Department- Planning Division requests the City Commission hold a Public Hearing for the aesthetic review of the Landings at Parkstone townhome development. This item is continued from the December 13, 2004 Commission meeting. PURPOSE: The purpose of this agenda item is to ensure that the new town home development conforms to the City's Aesthetic Review Standards set forth in Ordinance No. 2003-43. APPLICABLE LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY: Ordinance 2003-43, Aesthetic Review Standards, City of Winter Springs (attached) CHRONOLOGY: Jan. 12,2004- City adopted of Ordinance No. 2003-35, the large scale comprehensive plan amendment from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential Jan. 26,2004- City Commission adopted Ordinance 2003-43, establishing minimum community appearance and aesthetic review. July 26,2004- City Commission held a Public Hearing and recommended approval of the Parkstone PUD master plan amendment. July 26, 2004- City Commission recommended approval of development agreement, preliminary and final subdivision/engineering plans, and restrictive covenants. Dec. 13,2004- City Commission heard the request for Aesthetic Review and recommended that the plans be revised and brought back at the next meeting. CONSIDERATIONS: The Commission approved the Landings at Parkstone Final Engineering Plans in July 2004. However, the Aesthetic Review for the project was not submitted. w January 10, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 403 Page 2 of6 Additionally, after final approval was received, the developer determined that some revisions to the previously approved Final Engineering Plans were necessary. The plans were then revised to incorporate the following: 1- Move the front entry drive (Amalie Drive) 90-feet to the south, aligning it with Caneel Bay Terrace (in order to keep the existing median and landscaping along Parkstone Blvd. in tact); and 2- Lower the grade ofthe development by 12" as reflected on the Grading and Drainage Plan. These revisions have resulted in a better project (than the previously approved plans) because they result in less impact to the neighborhood by retaining the existing Parkstone median landscaping and reducing the overall height of the project by a foot. Additionally, the applicant has modified the plans further, in response to comments from the Commission on December 13, 2004. These changes include: 3- Substantially revising the rear elevation to look like the front ofthe units. 4- Removing the massive 8-unit building (units 97 thru 104) from along Parkstone Blvd. and replacing it with a 4-unit building (units 96 thru unit 101) and a 3-unit building (units 102 thru 104). Unit 97 has been turned 90 degrees and placed adjacent to unit 96. 5- Dividing adjoining driveways to break up the sea of concrete. 6- Adding additional landscaping along SR 434 to supplement the existing metal fencing and brick pillars that are in place on both sides of the boulevard. The enhanced landscaping is in addition to the landscaping approved in July. The submittal requirements for aesthetic review are set forth in Section 9-605 and include the following: (a) a site plan; (b) elevations illustrating all sides of structures facing public streets or spaces; (c) illustrations of all walls, fences, and other accessory structures and the indication of height and their associated materials; (d) elevation of proposed exterior permanent signs or other constructed elements other than habitable space, if any; ( e) illustrations of materials, texture, and colors to be used on all buildings, accessory structures, exterior signs; and (f) other architectural and engineering data as may be required. The procedures for review and approval are set forth in Section 9-603. The City Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove the application only after consideration of whether the following criteria have been satisfied: (1) The plans and specifications of the proposed project indicate that the setting, landscaping, proportions, materials, colors, textures, scale, unity, balance, rhythm, contrast, and simplicity are coordinated in a harmonious manner relevant to the particular proposal, surrounding area and cultural character of the community. The project is located within the SR 434 Overlay District. Three buildings with 4 units each back up onto SR 434. An existing metal fence with brick columns and landscaping buffer units from SR 434 and the proposed Cross Seminole Trail. Both sides of Parkstone Blvd. have this existing fencing (2) The plans for the proposed project are in harmony with any future development which has January 10, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 403 Page 3 of6 been formally approved by the City within the surrounding area. No other formal submittal has been received by the City for any future development within this area. Parkstone is an existing development. (3) The plans for the proposed project are not excessively similar or dissimilar to any other building, structure or sign which is either fully constructed, permitted but not fully constructed, or included on the same permit application, and facing upon the same or intersecting street within five hundred (500) feet of the proposed site, with respect to one or more of the following features of exterior design and appearance: (A) Front or side elevations, (B) Size and arrangement of elevation facing the street, including reverse arrangement, (C) Other significant features of design such as, but not limited to: materials, roofline, hardscape improvements, and height or design elements. There are basically 4 unit types which can be flip-flopped to create 4 additional variations. Building masses are composed of 4, 5, and 6 units. The various combinations of the eight unit types into these buildings will create the diversity required under the aesthetic ordinance. Each utilizes the same footprint to allow for this diversity. (4) The plans for the proposed proj ect are in harmony with, or significantly enhance, the established character of other buildings, structures or signs in the surrounding area with respect to architectural specifications and design features deemed significant based upon commonly accepted architectural principles of the local community. The massing of each building is designed to appear similar to a single family home with variation in height and roof line and has attractive detailing on the front. Additionally, the color of the stucco will vary somewhat within a range of neutral tones, similar to the colors utilized within Parkstone. (5) The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the intent and purpose of this Article, the Comprehensive Plan for Winter Springs, design criteria adopted by the city (e.g. Towne Center guidelines, SR 434 design specifications) and other applicable federal state or local laws. The project is attractive and will be an asset to the community. (6) The proposed project has incorporated significant architectural enhancements such as concrete masonry units with stucco, marble, termite-resistant wood, wrought iron, brick, columns and piers, porches, arches, fountains, planting areas, display windows, and other distinctive design detailing and promoting the character of the community. The project has incorporated certain features from this list into the subdivision. January 10, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 403 Page 4 of6 FINDINGS: Staff has reviewed the applicant's request for Aesthetic Review and finds that the proposed development meets the intent of Ordinance 2003-43. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Commission determine if the applicant meets the intent of the aesthetic review ordinance (2003-43). ATTACHMENTS: A. Revised Site Development Plan. B. Rear Elevations showing proposed detailing on rear of buildings. COMMISSION ACTION: January 10,2005 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 403 Page 5 of6 ATTACHMENT A Revised Site Development Plan. The Landings at Parkstone Winter Springs Florida Site Development Plan January 10, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 403 Page 6 of6 ATTACHMENT B Rear Elevations showing proposed detailing on rear of buildings Drawing Landings at Parkstone Landings at Parkstone Elevations SR 434 landings at parkstone elevations landings at parkstone elevations Landings at Parkstone ABCA Unit Building Landings at Parkstone A B C D Unit Building Landings at Parkstone Elevations