HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 05 13 Public Hearing 500 RaceTrac Final Engineering Plan and Aesthetic Review
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ITEM500
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May 13, 2013KSRS
Regular MeetingCity ManagerDepartment
REQUEST:
The Community Development Department - Planning Division requests the City
Commission hold a public hearing for the approval of 1) Final Engineering Plans and 2)
Aesthetic Review for a RaceTrac convenience store and gas station, located south of the
intersection of US 17-92 and SR 419.
SYNOPSIS:
The applicant, RaceTrac Petroleum, Incorporated is requesting approval of 1) Final
Engineering Plans and 2) Aesthetic Review for a 5,928 square foot RaceTrac convenience
store and gas station with approximately twenty (20) fuel pumps under a canopy. The
subject property is 2.39 acres in size and is located on the southeast corner of the
intersection of US 17-92 and SR 419.
CONSIDERATIONS:
APPLICANT AND PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Applicant name and address and authorized representative: Bryan Potts, Tannath
Design, Inc. 2494 Rose Spring Drive, Orlando, FL 32825.
Property owner’s name(s): RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc Ryan LLC, C/o Rick Perez.,
JJJJ , Racetrac Petroleum, Inc., Williams 4 LLC, Michael and Adriana Abdin.
Property addresses: 3271 North U.S. 17-92, 3237 North U.S. 17-92, 1730 State Road
419, 1810 State Road 419
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Property Parcel ID numbers: 22-20-30-300-0290-0000, 22-20-30-0270-0000, 22-20-
30-300-0300-0000, 22-20-30-300-0310-0000
Current FLUM Designation: Commercial
Current Zoning Designation: C-2 (General Commercial)
Previously Approved Development permits such as conditional use, waiver, or
variance (if any): No known approved development permits on subject properties
Development Agreements (if any): Annexation Agreement, approved by City
Commission March 11, 2013
Pending Code Enforcement Actions (if any): No known Code Enforcement actions
City Liens (if any): No City liens.
CHRONOLOGY:
March 11, 2013 – City Commission approval of Annexation, Annexation Agreement,
Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment, and Rezoning.
May 1, 2013 – Planning & Zoning Board unanimously recommends approval of Final
Engineering Plans and Aesthetic Review.
APPLICABLE LAW & PUBLIC POLICY:
Home Rule Powers
Florida Statutes
City of Winter Springs Comprehensive Plan
City of Winter Springs Code of Ordinances, Chapter 20, Article III, Division 8
City of Winter Springs Code of Ordinances, Section 20-418
Annexation Agreement, March 11, 2013
Chapter 9, Article XII. Minimum Community Appearance and Aesthetic Review
Standards.
Section 9-601. Approval prerequisite for permits.
Section 9-603. Procedure.
Section 9-604. Duration of Approval.
Section 9-605. Submittal requirements.
DISCUSSION:
Final Engineering Plans
The Final Engineering Plans proposes the construction of a 5,928 square foot convenience
store and gas station with approximately twenty (20) fuel pumps under a canopy.
Currently, the northern portion of the site is an abandoned Hess gasoline station. The
Final Engineering Plans propose the demolition of the existing Hess station. The proposed
demolition includes removal of all existing above ground and underground improvements.
In addition to the demolition of the Hess station, several one story structures and existing
signs are proposed for demolition on the southern portion of the site.
On March 11, 2013, the City Commission approved an Annexation Agreement for the
proposed development. Per the provisions of this agreement, the Final Engineering Plan
details the reconfiguration of an existing billboard which exists on the southern portion of
the site. This billboard will remain in its current location, but will be raised to permit it to
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be visible over the canopy that is proposed adjacent to US 17-92. Additionally, this
agreement controls building architecture and site signage.
A total of 37 parking spaces are proposed on site to accommodate the convenience store
portion of the development. A stormwater retention pond is proposed at the northeastern
corner of the site, adjacent to the US 17-92/SR 419 intersection. This section of US 17-92
is scheduled for widening in approximately 2015. A sidewalk will be provided along the
US 17-92 frontage in conjunction with the road widening. The Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) will construct this sidewalk. Per the City’s Code of Ordinances, a
sidewalk is required along the SR 419 frontage. The Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT) requested this sidewalk to end on the south side of the SR 419 access point as this
is a “logical terminance” point for the sidewalk.
Vehicular access to the site will be via two access points. One access point is located on
US 17-92, with at the southern portion of the site. This access point is proposed as a full
access. The second access point is proposed as a full access along SR 419. Vehicles will
be required to enter and exit the site from either of these access points.
Aesthetic Review
The attached Aesthetic Review package includes all of the submittal requirements for
aesthetic reviews as set forth in Section 9-600 through 9-607 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 locatedon the southeast corner of the intersection of US 17-92 and SR
419 on the site of a former Hess gas station. The design of the proposed building
includes architectural design elements such as stone veneer, awnings, fiber cement
siding, stucco, and pitched roof elements with metal shingles. A water table is provided
around the perimeter of the proposed building to help break up blank expanses on the
façade. The applicant worked with staff in providing distinctive design details such as
faux windows with awnings on the portions of the building fronting SR 419, and a
slight “pop-out” of the front façade of the building at the entry doors to allow
architectural variation which adds to the quality of the proposed building. Staff feels
that this project incorporates numerous quality design elements that are promoted
Citywide. Additionally, the architecture is consistent with what was presented in the
Annexation Agreement, which was approved by the City Commission on March 11,
2013.
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(2)
The plans for the proposed project are in harmony with any future development which
has been formally approved by the City within the surrounding area.
The design of the proposed building is an upgrade to the surrounding area and
exhibits architecture that exceeds a typical gas station and convenience store.
(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, roof line,
hardscape improvements, and height or design elements.
The proposed building, as designed, represents a significant upgrade to the site, to the
surrounding area, and is a positive addition to the City of Winter Springs.Significant
design features include a stone veneer, awnings, fiber cement siding, stucco, a water
table element on the building facade, and pitched roof elements with metal shingles.
(4)
The plans for the proposed project 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 proposed project does enhance the character and overall aesthetics of the
surrounding area. The local community is comprised of a variety of architectural
styles. The proposed project represents a unique and positive addition to this area.
(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.
Town Center guidelines, SR 434 design specifications) and other applicable federal state or
local laws.
The proposed project is consistent and compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and
the Annexation Agreement which was approved by the City Commission on March 11,
2013. The final architectural plans will be reviewed for compliance with all building
code criteria.
(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 a number of features such as a stone veneer, awnings,
fiber cement siding, stucco, water table, pitched roof elements with metal shingles and
upgraded landscaping. The applicant worked with staff in providing distinctive design
details such as faux windows with awnings on the portions of the building fronting SR
419, and a slight “pop-out” of the front façade of the building at the entry doors to
allow architectural variation which adds to the quality of the proposed building.
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FINDINGS:
The 2.36 acre RaceTrac convenience store and gas station is located south of the
intersection of US 17-92 and SR 419. Portions of this parcel were annexed into the
City of Winter Springs. The existing Hess station was already located in the City.
The entire property is zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The subject property has a
Commercial Future Land Use designation. The subject property is located at a
major commercial intersection. Gas stations with convenience stores are
predominantly found at major commercial intersections.
The Final Engineering Plans are consistent with Section 20-418 of the City’s Code
of Ordinances. Specifically, the site exceeds the minimum air line distance of three
hundred fifty (350) feet, measured in a straight line from the nearest points of lot
boundaries, between a proposed gasoline station and any existing gasoline station or
between a proposed gasoline station and any lot zoned residential or any lot on
which a school or playground is proposed or exists.
The Final Engineering Plans and Aesthetic Review are consistent with all
applicable provisions of the Annexation Agreement which was approved by the
City Commission on March 11, 2013.
The proposed elevations are consistent with the Aesthetic Review requirements
prescribed in the City Code of Ordinances.
The elevations include detailing and attention adding to their appearance and the
quality of the development.
The proposed development utilizes colors and materials that complement the
adjacent developments in the surrounding area.
FISCAL IMPACT:
(See Attachment C - Fiscal Impact Analysis)
COMMUNICATION EFFORTS:
This Agenda Item has been electronically forwarded to the Mayor and City Commission,
City Manager, City Attorney/Staff, and is available on the City’s Website, LaserFiche, and
the City’s Server. Additionally, portions of this Agenda Item are typed verbatim on the
respective Meeting Agenda which has also been electronically forwarded to the individuals
noted above, and which is also available on the City’s Website, LaserFiche, and the City’s
Server; has been sent to applicable City Staff, Media/Press Representatives who have
requested Agendas/Agenda Item information, Homeowner’s Associations/Representatives
on file with the City, and all individuals who have requested such information. This
information has also been posted outside City Hall, posted inside City Hall with additional
copies available for the General Public, and posted at five (5) different locations around the
City. Furthermore, this information is also available to any individual requestors. City Staff
is always willing to discuss this Agenda Item or any Agenda Item with any interested
individuals.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the following:
1) Final Engineering Plans for Rac Trac, and
2) Aesthetic Review package for Race Trac.
ATTACHMENTS:
A.
Final Engineering Plans
B.
Aesthetic Review
C.Fiscal Impact Analysis
D.Minutes, May 1, 2013 Planning & Zoning Board meeting
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