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Informational X
ITEM 101 Public Hearing
Re lar
November 9, 2009
Meeting gr. ept.
REQUEST:
The Community Development Department requests the City Commission review the compiled list of
directives and priorities derived from the recently adopted Comprehensive Plan.
PURPOSE:
To assure that land development regulations implement and are consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan. (s. 163.3213(1), F.S.)
APPLICABLE LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY:
Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, specifically
Section 163.3194 Florida Statutes (Legal Status of Comprehensive Plan)
Section 163.3202 Florida Statutes (Land Development Regulations)
Section 163.3213 Florida Statutes (Administrative Review of Land Development Regulations)
Rule 9J -5, specifically Rule 9- J5.022, Florida Administrative Code (Standards for Review of Land
Development Regulations)
Winter Springs Comprehensive Plan, adopted September 28, 2009
CONSIDERATIONS:
The recently adopted Comprehensive Plan serves as a statement of planning policy and the
foundation for future development- related decisions in the City. It defines the type, location and
appearance of community growth and development in the City through 2030.
It is the City's responsibility to assure that land development regulations implement and are
consistent with the local comprehensive plan. (s. 163.3213(1), F.S.)
Winter Springs is required within one (1) year of adoption of the Comprehensive Plan amendments
to adopt or amend land development regulations that are consistent with and implement our adopted
comprehensive plan. (s. 163.3202, F.S. and 9J- 5.022, F.A.C.)
After this time, any substantially affected person may challenge a land development regulation on the
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basis that it is inconsistent with the local comprehensive plan after this one year period. (s.
163.3213(3), F.S.) When such a challenge occurs, the City is faced with the expense of defending
itself. Ultimately the resolution of the challenge is the adoption or amendment of the land
development regulation in question.
City staff prefers the proactive approach to meeting the state mandate.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Commission review and acquaint themselves with the compiled list of
land development regulations needed to be implemented either as a directive of the adopted
Comprehensive Plan or that are needed to maintain consistency between the Comprehensive Plan
and the and development regulations, as well as the list of study, workshop, or interlocal agreement
required, as these are items that Staff will be working on over the next year.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Compiled list of Directives and Priorities related to Code Revisions
B. Compiled list of Directives and Priorities related to Study, Workshop or Interlocal
Agreement Required
COMMISSION ACTION:
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ATTACHMENT A
CODE REVISIONS
It is the City's responsibility to assure that land development regulations implement and are
consistent with the local comprehensive plan. (s. 163.3194 163.3213(1), F.S.)
Winter Springs is required within one (1) year of adoption of the Comprehensive Plan
amendments to adopt or amend land development regulations that are consistent with and
implement our adopted comprehensive plan. (s. 163.3202, F.S. and 9J- 5.022, F.A.C.)
GREENEWAY INTERCHANGE ZONING DISTRICT
Revise the entire Greeneway Interchange Zoning District as it is incompatible (in purpose,
uses and intensities (floor area ratio), permitted uses, and etc.) with the Comprehensive
Plan. Include regulations for the preservation of ecologically sensitive open spaces.
Identify methodology to implement Development Bonuses identified in FLUE policy 1.1.1
and FLUE policy 3.2.5
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) ZONING DISTRICT
Revise the two PUD Zoning Districts into one clear document that encourages innovative
design and land development techniques, including a vertical mix of uses.
Revise Site Development Standards to allow a maximum floor area ratio of 1.0 and a
maximum density of 12 units per gross acre.
Revise use of terms and definitions to conform with those found within the Comprehensive
Plan, specifically "floor area ratio" and "open space"
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Add Accessory Dwelling Units as a Conditional Use in single family dwelling zoning districts
as directed by the Comprehensive Plan. Revise section 20 -103 to allow up to one affordable
accessory dwelling unit per lot. Consider the density described in FLUE policy 1.1.1. and
determine if any revisions or clarification is needed in the Comprehensive Plan.
Refine definitions in Sec 20 -1 as needed.
Establish strict design compatibility guidelines for Accessory Dwelling Units as directed by
the Comprehensive Plan.
Consider exempting Accessory Dwelling Units from impact fees in support of the
Comprehensive Plan's directive in Housing Element Policy 1.3.13 to "Encourage the
provision of compatible, integrated affordable housing within the older neighborhoods
through redevelopment of existing units and inclusion of compatible accessory dwelling
units." (Impact fees for Accessory Dwelling Units for Fire, Police, Parks and Recreation and
Public Buildings currently equal $2655.59, whereas expansion of an existing residential
dwelling unit does not require the payment of any additional impact fees.)
Consider exempting Accessory Dwelling Units from being considered as an Equivalent
Residential Unit (Sec. 19 -162), so no additional stormwater fees are imposed.
WELLFIELD PROTECTION
Add new Code language which contains specific and detailed provisions for the protection of
potable water wellfields, including restricting the type of development allowed in the vicinity
of a wellhead and requiring a 500 -foot protection zone around each wellhead, as directed in
the Comprehensive Plan and as required under Florida Statutes (s. 163.3202(2)(c), F.S.).
ATTACHMENT A
IMPERVIOUS AREA, GREEN SPACE OPEN SPACE
Add Code language providing incentives for developers that minimize impervious surfaces
within their development through the provision of on -site parking garages, etc. Consider
what is required to qualify and what incentives are appropriate.
Revise the use of the term and requirements for "open space" within the Code, to comply
with the definition and directives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Add new Code language which contains specific and detailed provisions for the provision of
green space as a condition of permitting multi family residential housing in commercial
zoning districts.
VERTICAL INTEGRATION
Add residential as a permitted use in Sec. 20 -232 (Permitted Uses in C -1 Zoning) if included
as part of a vertically integrated mixed use structure that fronts on SR 434.
Permit an existing residence that fronts onto SR 434 to be converted into a live -work unit.
Revise PUD Zoning District to "encourage" vertical mix of uses (previously mentioned).
Also consider removing discrepancy between C -1 and SR 434 Overlay- bldg hts; setbacks.
CONSERVATION FLU AND CONSERVATION OVERLAY
Add new Code language to ensure the protection of environmentally sensitive lands
designated in the comprehensive plan. (s. 163.3202(2)(e), F.S.)
CONCURRENCY- SCHOOLS
Add new Code language to Sec. 9 -517 for school concurrency, consistent with the
requirements of the 2007 Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning and
School Concurrency As Amended January 2008. [PSFE Policy 1.2.2 and 9J- 5.022(1)(i),
F.A.C.]
CONCURRENCY- PARKS
Revise Sec. 9 -514 (park and recreation level of service) to be consistent with the Recreation
and Open Space Element of the Comprehensive Plan.
SEPTIC TANKS
Revise Sec. 19 -29 to address septic systems in unsuitable soils.
Revise the Code to be consistent with the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan.
BUFFERS
Revise the Code to be consistent with the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan for
transitional uses and buffers between incompatible uses.
WETLANDS
Revise the Code to be consistent with the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan for the
protection of wetlands.
FLOOD PLAINS AND FLOODWAYS
Revise the Code to be consistent with the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan for the
protection of flood plains and floodways.
ATTACHMENT A
DRAINAGE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
Incorporate new Code language to encourage and allow the use of innovative stormwater
practices such as Low Impact Development, Green Roofs, etc. which help conserve natural
resource systems, reduce infrastructure costs and which mitigate environmental impacts.
Revise Sec. 9 -181 to require developers to control erosion and sediment or chemical
discharges from their construction sites.
LANDSCAPING
Adopt new Code language to encourage best practices in water efficient landscaping and
promote the use of native plant materials.
INFILL /REDEVELOPMENT PROPERTY CONVERSIONS
After further study, identifying target areas for infill or redevelopment, and after
determination of possible incentives, amend the Code in support of these findings.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Adopt new Code language to identify standards for historic preservation.
WINTER SPRINGS GREEN
Adopt new Code language to identify standards and guidelines for "Winter Springs Green" in
furtherance of the Comprehensive Plan.
TRANSPORTATION PARKING ALLEYS...TCEA
Revise Right -of -Way protection requirements in the Code, if needed, to comply with the
directives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Develop standards for access to public transit and multi -modal transportation.
Adopt new Code language to identify standards and guidelines for trail development.
Update Parking requirements, as supported by engineering data and study.
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL ENGINEERING SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Revise the entire section on submittal requirements as it is out of date and needs revision to
include directives of the Comprehensive Plan.
NEW ADVISORY COMMITTEES
Adopt new Code language to identify the purpose and responsibility of the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Committee [ROSE 1.1.2].
Adopt new Code language to identify the purpose and responsibility of the Trails Advisory
Committee [TE 1.5.18].
OTHER
Correct Spelling Errors Lake Jesup
Delete antiquated terms
Delete portions of the Zoning Code no longer used.
ATTACHMENT B
STUDY REQUIRED
Septic System Study- Identify development that is utilizing septic systems on unsuitable soils by
2012 and prioritize areas which may require central sewer service based on soil suitability,
density, and environmental concerns.
Redevelopment Plan or Small Area Infill Plans- Identify acceptable locations, priorities and
implementation strategies in support of a strategic approach to eliminating destabilizing
conditions with infill development and redevelopment. Establish redevelopment priorities and
opportunities for creating redevelopment incentives and grant funding as well as promoting
the refurbishment of existing housing structures with incentives for rehabilitation within
neighborhoods in need.
Historic and Archeological Sites Study- Identify the location of potential archeological and
historic sites and develop standards for rehabilitation of historically significant structures.
Pedestrian Circulation Plan- Prepare, adopt and implement.
Greeneway Interchange District (CID) Master Circulation Plan-
Local Transit Circulator Feasibility Study along S.R. 434 connecting the Town Center and the
Greeneway Interchange District. Address potential routes and potential funding sources for
capital and operating costs.
Concurrency Management Study- Implement Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA)
or similar concurrency management alternative(s).
Transportation Management Systems Study- Evaluate the need and feasibility of adopting
and /or promoting Transportation System Management (TSM) or Transportation Demand
Management (TDM) strategies.
Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) Study- Identify such things as potential and preferred locations,
size requirements, market demand and timing, and potential partnerships and funding sources.
Address problems of housing for lower income elderly residents and other households with
special housing needs.
Well Contamination Source Study- Analysis the potential of well contamination.
Trails Network Study and Plan- Link residential areas to areas of business, recreation,
educational, and cultural resources through a trail network plan which includes standards and
guidelines for trail planning, development and maintenance.
Regionally Significant Environmental Study- Identify by 2012, significant areas that should be
set aside as protected conservation lands.
Smart Growth Concept Study and Map- Identify potential smart growth locations by 2011 and
adopt by 2012.
Recreation Preferences Survey and Study- Determine the recreational preferences and needs of
City residents based on a City -wide recreation survey to include recreational preferences of
facilities and programs, frequency of use, location of most frequently used facilities,
willingness to pay user fees, location and age profile of respondents, household size, and
travel method to preferred /most used parks and recreational facilities.
Affordable Housing Study- Evaluate opportunities to adjust charges and fees or undue
constraints on affordable housing, as well as to explore a program of density /development
bonuses in return for developer contributions to affordable housing and to examine the need
by 201 2 to establish an Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
ATTACHMENT B
WORKSHOP REQUIRED
Visioning Workshop(s) to discuss specific issues that may impede inf ill and redevelopment
activities consistent with the land uses and densities indicated in this plan, in situations that will
not jeopardize public health, safety or welfare.
Design Charettes to create small area plans consistent with the Town Center Master Plan,
involving property owners and stakeholders for the following areas, prior to their
development:
o Between Orange Avenue and Lake Jesup
o North of and adjacent to Tuscawilla PUD
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT REQUIRED
Pursue an Interlocal Agreement with Seminole County regarding annexation, which will
provide for the most efficient use of public facilities and services, eliminate areas of
jurisdictional problems, and provide for sound growth and development of the City and
surrounding area.
Identify and establish procedures for joint action regarding future Joint Planning Areas and
compatible County and City land uses.