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HPB 01-04-1995 DELRAY BEACH 111/7 1993 AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING CITY OF DELRAY BEACH Meeting Date: January 4, 1995 'Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting Location: 1st Floor Conference Room Time: 6 : 00 P.M. The Historic Preservation Board Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 4, 1995 has been CANCELLED. The next meeting of the Historic Preservation Board will be held on:. Wednesday, January 18, 1995 at 6 : 00 PM in the First Floor Conference Room. POSTED ON: December 29, 1994 mil-4e Pat Cayce, Hist• - Preservation Planner IP' RAY BEACH (iifJc:J - 1993 AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING CITY OF DELRAY BEACH Meeting Date: January 18, 1995 Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting Location: First Floor Conference Room Time: 6 : 00 P.M. ' If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Historic ' Preservation Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, such persons will need a record of these proceedings, and for this purpose such persons may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City does not provide or prepare such record. Pursuant to F.S.286 . 0105 . I . CALL TO ORDER II . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 21, 1994 III . PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: None IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS: A. COA 8-241, CRA Parking Lot, 27 -N.W. 1st Avenue Presented by Ron Hoggard, Authorized Agent. Approval of Site Plan. Approval of Landscape Plan. B. COA 8-228 and 8-229, Historic Houses located at 20 and 24 North Swinton Avenue. Presented by Ron Hoggard, Authorized Agent. Approval of Site Plan. Approval of Landscape Plan and associated elements . If Historic Preservation Board Agenda January 18, 1995 Page 2 V. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. Make recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Board with respect to the abandonment of a 25 ' wide portion of S.E. 4th Street between S.E. 7th Avenue and the Intracoastal Waterway. Recommendation to be based on the proposed abandonment's affect on the historic nature of the neighborhood. B. Make a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Board with respect to a text amendment to LDR Section 2 .2 . 6 (B) (2) , Special Qualifications for Historic Preservation Board membership. Vf. REPORTS AND COMMENTS: A. Historic District Representatives B. Board Members C. Staff V11. ADJOURN POSTED ON: Thursday, January 12, 1995 . Pat Cayce, toric Preservation Planner MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF DELRAY BEACH DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA PUBLIC HEARING MEETING DATE: JANUARY 18, 1995 LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM I . ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 6 : 00 P.M. Upon roll call it was determined that a quorum was present. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Miller, John Vaughan, Sandy Jamison, Betty Devitt, Vera Farrington, Julie Morgan MEMBERS ABSENT: Charlie Williams STAFF PRESENT: Pat Cayce, Steve Taylor, Diana Mund II . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of December 21, 1994 were before the Board for consideration. Mr. Vaughan moved to approve the Minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms . Morgan and passed by a vote of 6-0 . III . PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: None IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS: A. COA 8-241 : CRA Parking Lot; 27 N.W. 1st Avenue; Ron Hoggard, Authorized Agent. It was moved by Mr. Jamison, seconded by Ms . Morgan and passed 6-0 to approve COA 8-241 (Waivers) for the CRA parking lot as follows : 1. Approve the waiver request from LDR Section 5 . 3 . 1(D) (2) to provide an additional 5 ' of right-of-way along N.W. 1st Avenue. 2 . Recommend to the City Commission approval of the waiver request from Land Development Regulations Section 4 . 6 . 16 (H) (3) (a) , to not provide a landscape area adjacent to the north/south alley. It was moved by Mr. Jamison, seconded by Ms . Morgan and passed 6-0 to approve COA 8-241 (Site Plan) for the CRA parking lot based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) of the Land Development Regulations, policies of the Comprehensive Plan and Section 2 .4 .5(F) (5) subject to the following conditions : 1. Provision of a right-of-way deed dedicating the southern 4 ' for the east/west alley. 2 . Provision of a recorded Unity of Title combining the lots . 3 . Provision of an Off-site Parking Agreement between the CRA and the City which designates the parking spaces to be utilized by the offices/historic homes to the east. 4 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to install the proposed improvements within the alley. 5 . Provision of the appropriate project data on the site plan. 6 . Provision of a site lighting detail . 7 . The proposed lights should be shown on the landscape plan for review of any potential conflicts . 8 . Provision of directional arrows on the paving and drainage plan. 9 . Provide landscape calculations. 10 . Extension of the proposed drainage line to the north property line. 11. Drainage calculations. It was moved by Mr. Jamison, seconded by Ms . Farrington and passed 6-0 to approve COA 8-241 (Landscape Plan) for the CRA parking lot based upon positive findings with respect to Land Development Regulations Section 4 . 6 . 16 . - 2 - 01/18/95 B. COA 8-228 & 8-229 : Historic Houses; 20 & 24 N. Swinton Avenue; Ron Hoggard, Authorized Agent. It was moved by Mr. Jamison, seconded by Ms . Devitt and passed 6-0 to approve COA 8-228 & 8-229 (Site Plan) for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) of the Land Development Regulations, policies of the Comprehensive Plan and Section 2 .4 .5(F) (5) subject to the following conditions : 1 . Provision of an adequate Off-site Parking Agreement between the CRA and the City to allow the historic homes to utilize the public parking lot to the west to meet their on-site parking requirements . 2 . Provision of a right-of-way deed dedicating an additional 4 ' along the east/west alley. 3 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to allow improvements within the north/south alley. 4 . Relocation of the proposed swale within the southwest corner of the site so as not to conflict with the proposed water meters . 5 . Execution of the Unity of Title binding the lots . It was moved by Mr. Jamison, seconded by Ms . Morgan and passed 6-0 to approve COA 8-228 & 8-229 (Landscape Plan) for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to Land Development Regulations Section 4 .6 . 16 . V. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. Making a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Board with respect to the abandonment of a 25 ' wide portion of S.E. 4th Street between S.E. 7th Avenue and the Intracoastal Waterway. As this had already been before the Planning & Zoning Board and the City Commission the Board did not act on on this item. B. Make a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Board with respect to a text amendment to LDR Section 2 .2 . 6 (B) (2) , Special Qualifications for Historic Preservation Board Membership. This item was postponed to the Board' s February 1, 1995 meeting. - 3 - 01/18/95 VI . REPORTS AND COMMENTS : A. Reports from Historic District Representatives Alieda Riley, Palm Square Association, inquired about the height and visibility of the free standing sign for Bush ' s Restaurant. Alieda Riley, Palm Square Association, inquired if staff was aware of the picture windows installed without permits or Board approval at the Anchorage . Gene Fisher, Old School Square Property Owners Association, Pineapple Grove Association and Banker ' s Row Association, informed the Board that the City had purchased a residence with a guest cottage in Banker' s Row. The City has been given an Affordable Housing Hope Three loan to restore the residence . It is the wish of the associations he represents to have the property a single family residence, or a business with a live in proprietor, not rental multi-family property. B. Board Members None C . Staff Ms . Cayce went over the American ' s with Disabilities Act Study Course survey with the Board. VII . ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business before the Board, Mr. Jamison moved to adjourn the meeting at 7 : 30 P.M. , seconded by Ms . Farrington and passed 6-0 . The undersigned is the Secretary of the Historic Preservation Board and the information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for January 18, 1995, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on February 1, 1995 . 141,0044// ,4____ Diana Mund If the Minutes that you have received are not completed as indicated above, then this means that these are not the Official Minutes . They will become so after review and approval , which may involve some changes . - 4 - 01/18/95 -HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF DELRAY BEACH --- STAFF REPORT --- MEETING DATE: January 18, 1995 AGENDA ITEM: IV.A. ITEM: COA 8-241 imini rairm!aim AN Ili Ai CITY / 1 1 L-:::= ri mil--m ..;.. ..... ma Al. : II II i =CID Ili 1 ...___ IIII 2.IN MI IIII iiiUilllli3 =T 1mim u= 1 z ' III ATLANTIC AVENUE _ -M■_111111 PoucE soon+ J I J . <„' n i„ • .� ,,,�� oerNm�r - cOUKrr 5� �S y� �I KIN -- -- ■- -I- �'. '- - _owI_ == __Mil_� I _��� ■ ■ NIEI _, __ q (I= -.N_._ mm •=' W��— _7 j E dERAL DATA: Owner City of Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Applicant Ron Hoggard Community Redevelopment Agency • Location East side of NW 1st Avenue, north of Atlantic Avenue. Property Size 0 53 Acres City Land Use Plan Mixed Use City Zoning OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) Adjacent Zoning. . .North: OSSHAD East: OSSHAD South: OSSHAD West: OSSHAD Existing Land Use Vacant Proposed Land Use Construction of a 50 space parking lot to serve the C. R.A. Office Complex and overflow parking for the Tennis Center and Old School Square. Water Service N/A Sewer Service N/A ITEM BEFORE THE B O A R D : The action before the Board is that of approval of the site plan and landscape plan for the Community Redevelopment Agency parking lot. The subject property is located on the east side of N.W. 1st Avenue, between West Atlantic Avenue and N.W. 1st Street. BACKGROUND : The subject property consists of the south 25.3 ' feet of Lot 4, Lot 5, and Lot 6, Block 60, Town of Linton, which is located within the Old School Square Historic Arts District. The subject property is currently vacant. The development of the site as a parking lot is part of the CRA's redevelopment project for Block 60, Town of Linton. The CRA's plan also includes the siting of two historic homes, moved from West Palm Beach, directly east of the parking lot. SITE PLAN ANAL Y S I S : PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project involves the development of a 50 space parking lot with associated landscaping. The parking lot will also contain a pedestrian walkway system which will connect the parking lot with the other uses in the block and surrounding area. COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: Right-of-Way Dedication: Currently, N.E. 1st Avenue contains 40 ' of right-of-way. Pursuant to Section 5 .3. 1(D) (2) , local roads are required to have a total of 60 ' of right-of-way, therefore a 10 ' right-of-way dedication is required along each side of N.E. 1st Avenue. This requirement is generally reduced to 50 ' upon recommendation by the City Engineer. As it is unlikely that additional right-of-way will be obtained to increase the right-of-way along N.E. 1st Avenue, the City Engineer has no objections to granting a waiver to this requirement. Landscape Buffer: Pursuant to LDR Section 4 . 6 . 16 (H) (3) (a) , a 5 ' landscaped area is required along dedicated rights-of-way. The area adjacent to the north/south alley does not meet this requirement. The intent of this code section is to buffer adjacent properties from travelways . However, the development of the parking lot, and the historic homes to the east, create a unique situation. HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 2 While separate, the parking lot and historic homes are being constructed as one development. In addition, no vehicular traffic will use the north/south alley as it will be sodded and used for pedestrian travel . Therefore, the landscaped area is not needed and a waiver from the above code section can be supported. Comprehensive Plan Policies : A review of the objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan was conducted and the following applicable policies are noted. Future Land Use Policy C-3.2 : The successful development of the Old School Square Project is the cornerstone to the rebirth of the economic vitality of the community. To further accommodate this activity, the City shall evaluate the potential for the acquisition of land in the Old School Square area of the City for the purpose of improving public parking and/or creating a linkage between Old School Square and governmental facilities to the west. The CRA parking lot development will meet the above policy through the provision of pedestrian walkways, and its use by Old School Square, the Tennis Center, and other public/private facilities in the surrounding area. Land Use Element Policy C-3 . 3 - Alleys located within the Old School Square Historic District on either side of Swinton Avenue shall remain and be made available for access to abutting properties . Accordingly, these alleys shall not be abandoned to private interests . Use of the alleys for access and parking is encouraged for redevelopment of properties within the Old School Square Historic Arts District. The parking lot development is dedicating an additional 4 ' along the east/west alley to increase the width for vehicular travel and a walkway is planned along the north/south alley for pedestrian travel. With the above improvements, compliance with the above policy will be met. Technical Items : While the site plan has accommodated most of the staff concerns the following items are outstanding, and will need be addressed prior to building permit submittal. 1. Provision of a right-of-way deed dedication the southern 4 ' for the east/west alley. 2 . Provision of a recorded Unity of Title combining the lots. 3 . Provision of an Off-Site Agreement between the CRA and the City which designates the parking spaces to be utilized by the offices/historic homes to the east. 4 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to install the proposed improvements within the alley. HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 3 5. Provision of the appropriate project data on the site plan. 6 . Provision of a site lighting detail. 7 . The proposed lights should be shown on the landscape plan for review of any potential conflicts . 8 . Provision of directional arrows on the paving and drainage plan. 9 . Provide landscape calculations . 10 . Increase the width of the sidewalk within the alley to 8 '-10 ' to provide adequate pedestrian circulation. 11. Extension of the proposed drainage line to the north property line. 12 . Drainage Calculations. LAND S C A P E ANAL Y S I S : The landscape plan indicates Gumbo Limbo and Coconut Palm trees with a Cocoplum hedge, and Keys Spider ground cover along N.W. 1st Avenue. In addition to the existing hedge on the adjacent duplex properties, Gumbo Limbo trees are proposed which will adequately buffer the duplexes from the parking lot. Crepe Myrtle trees with a Simpson Stopper hedge and Liriope ground cover are proposed within the landscape islands along the north/south alley. A Royal Poinciana tree, Dahoon Holly trees, Simpson Stopper hedge, and Liriope ground cover are proposed along the east/west alley. The City Horticulturist has determined that the landscape plan complies with LDR Section 4 .6 . 16 . Therefore, a positive finding with respect to landscaping can be made. REQUIRED FINDINGS: Pursuant to Section 3. 1 . 1 (Required Findings) , prior to the approval of development applications, certain findings must be made in a form which is part of the official record. This may be achieved through information on the application, written materials submitted by the applicant, the staff report, or minutes. Findings shall be made by the body which has the authority to approve or deny the development application. These findings relate to the following areas : HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 4 Section 3 . 1. 1 (A) - Future Land Use Map: The subject property has a Mixed Use land use plan designation and an OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) zoning designation. The OSSHAD district is consistent with the Mixed Use land use plan designation. Pursuant to Section 4 .4 .24(D) (5) , within the OSSHAD, parking lots not associated with a use is listed as a conditional use. The conditional use for the parking lot was approved by the City Commission on December 13, 1994 . Based upon the above, it is appropriate to make a positive finding with respect to the Future Land Use Map. Section 3 . 1. 1 (B) - Concurrency: As described in Appendix A, a positive finding of concurrency can be made as it relates to water, sewer, streets and traffic, drainage, parks and recreation, open space, and solid waste. Section 3 . 1. 1 (C) - Consistency (Standards for Site Plan Actions) : As described in Appendix B, a positive finding of consistency can be made as it relates to Standards for Site Plan Actions . Section 3 . 1. 1 (D) - Compliance With the Land Development Regulations: As described under the Site Plan Analysis Section of this report, a positive finding of compliance with the LDR' s can be made, upon addressing all outstanding items attached as conditions of approval . Section 2 .4 .5 (F) (5) - Compatibility (Site Plan Findings) : The approving body must make a finding that development of the property pursuant to the site plan will be compatible and harmonious with adjacent and nearby properties and the City as a whole, so as not cause substantial depreciation of property values . The development of a parking lot within the OSSHAD district will complement the governmental and office uses existing in the area. The parking lot will fulfill the City' s Comprehensive Plan policies which call for parking areas within this area. Sufficient landscaping is being proposed to buffer the existing residences to the north as well as an adequate streetscape adjacent to N.W. 1st Avenue. Based upon the above, a positive finding with respect to compatibility can be made. REVIEW BY OTHERS: By their submission of the subject development, the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) has given its approval of the plan. The subject property is not located within an area that requires review by the DDA (Downtown Development Authority) . A special notice has been mailed to the Old School Square Homeowners Association. Any letters of objection will be presented to the Board during the regular meeting. HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 5 ASSESSMENT AND CONCLUSION: Development of a parking lot within the OSSHAD will enhance the existing uses in the surrounding area. The development proposal is consistent with Chapter 3 of City's Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan. Linkage with Old School Square, business uses, and government uses will occur due to the parking lot. In short, the parking lot will help advance the OSSHAD district as envisioned with its creation. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: A. Continue with direction. B. Approve the site plan and landscape plan for the CRA parking lot based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) , and Section 2 .4 .5(F) (5) (Finding of Compatibility) of the Land Development Regulations and the policies of the Comprehensive Plan subject to conditions. C. Deny the site plan and landscape plan, with basis stated. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: By Separate Motions : A. Waivers 1. Approve the waiver request from LDR Section 5 .3 . 1(D) (2) to provide an additional 5 ' of right-of-way along N.W. 1st Avenue. 2 . Recommend to the City Commission approval of the waiver request from LDR Section 4 . 6 . 16(H) (3) (a) , to not provide a landscape area adjacent to the north/south alley. B. Site Plan Approve the site plan for the CRA parking lot based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) of the Land Development Regulations, policies of the Comprehensive Plan and Section 2 . 4 .5(F) (5) subject to the following conditions: 1. Provision of a right-of-way deed dedication the southern 4 ' for the east/west alley. 2 . Provision of a recorded Unity of Title combining the lots . 3 . Provision of an Off-Site Agreement between the CRA and the City which designates the parking spaces to be utilized by the offices/historic homes to the east. HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 6 4 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to install the proposed improvements within the alley. 5 . Provision of the appropriate project data on the site plan. 6 . Provision of a site lighting detail . 7 . The proposed lights should be shown on the landscape plan for review of any potential conflicts. 8 . Provision of directional arrows on the paving and drainage plan. 9 . Provide landscape calculations . =10 . Increase the width of the sidewalk within the alley to 8 -1Q ' \tq gTovide adequate pedestrian circulation. b 11. Extension of the proposed drainage line to the north property line. 12 . Drainage Calculations. C. Landscape Plan Approve the landscape plan for the CRA parking lot based upon positive findings with respect to Section 4 . 6 . 16 . Staff Report Prepared by: Steven E. Taylor, Planner Reviewed by Diane Dominguez on: 1/10/95 Attachments: * Appendix A * Appendix B * Location Map * Site Plan * Landscape Plan HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 7 APPENDIX A CONCURRENCY FINDINGS: Pursuant to Section 3. 1. 1(B) Concurrency as defined pursuant to Objective B-2 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan must be met and a determination made that the public facility needs of the requested land use and/or development application will not exceed the ability of the City to fund and provide, or to require the provision of, needed capital improvements for the following areas : Water and Sewer: With respect to water and sewer service, the following is noted: The development of a parking lot will create no additional demand on water and sewer service as it relates to this level of service standard. Streets and Traffic: No additional demands will be created with respect to streets and traffic as the parking lot use does not generate any traffic. Parks and Recreation Facilities: Park dedication requirements do not apply for nonresidential uses. Thus, the proposed development will not have an impact with respect to this level of service standard. Solid Waste: No solid waste will be created from the development of a parking lot. Therefore, a positive finding can be made. Drainage: On-site retention will be provided via construction of an exfiltration system. No problems are anticipated from the design and use of the system. Open Space: Pursuant to Section 4 . 3.4(K) (Development Matrix) , the subject property is required to provide 25% open space. 25 . 1% of open space is indicated on the landscape plan, thereby meeting this requirement. HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 8 APPENDIXB STANDARDS FOR SITE PLAN ACTIONS A. Building design, landscaping, and lighting (glare) shall be such that they do not create unwarranted distractions or blockage of visibility as it pertains to traffic circulation. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent B. Appropriate separation of travelways is made for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians in a manner consistent with objective D-1 of the Traffic Element. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent C. Open Space enhancements described in Open Space and Recreation Objective B-1, are appropriately addressed. Not applicable_ Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent D. That any street widening associated with the development shall not be detrimental upon desired character and cohesiveness of affected residential areas . Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent E. Development of vacant land which is zoned for residential purposes shall be planned in a manner which is consistent with adjacent development regardless of zoning designations . Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent F. Vacant property shall be developed in a manner so that the future use and intensity are appropriate in terms of soil, topographic, and other applicable physical considerations; complementary to adjacent land uses; and fulfills remaining land use needs . HPB Staff Report CRA Parking Lot Page 9 Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent G. In order to provide for more balance demographic mix, the development of "large scale adult oriented communities" on the remaining vacant land is discouraged. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent i — I — — 7 1 . I ♦ 1 _N.W. 2N0 ST. N.E_ 2ND ST. �. _moo z H . N N _- D t p O N Z ,x z - N z /3 — z CITY HALL > rj' r td Q t' 1—' N.E. 1ST , SY. i OLD- 3 3 SCHOOL Z 7 SQUAREJ. ip����'•'a: i : *iXi TThNIS • �_ ' STADIUM liii I 11 1 1 A T L A N TIC AVENUE ,POLICE SOUTHIIID //(1 , DEPARTMENT COUNTY I a COURT a g Lii/ HOUSE r- w o Z R_ ___ A _____ o re S.HL 1ST ST. 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Property Size 0 38 Acres City Land Use Plan Mixed Use • City Zoning OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) Adjacent Zoning. . .North: OSSHAD East: OSSHAD South: OSSHAD West: OSSHAD Existing Land Use Vacant Proposed Land Use Site plan for the relocation of two historic houses to the parcel and conversion of the houses to office use, with attendant landscaping and pedestrian areas. Water Service To be provided via a 8" main in the alley to the west of the property. Sewer Service To be provided via a 8" main in the alleys to the west and south of the property. ITEM BEFORE THE B O A R D : The action before the Board is that of approval of the site plan, landscape plan, and design elements for the Community Redevelopment Agency Historic Homes. The subject property is located on the west side of Swinton Avenue, just north of Doc's Soft Serve Restaurant. BACKGROUND : The subject property consists of the south 50 feet of Lot 11 and Lot 12, Block 60, Town of Linton, which is located within the Old School Square Historic Arts District. In January, 1994, two historic house were moved from the Hillcrest Subdivision of West Palm Beach to a temporary location at the northwest corner of S.W. 1st Avenue and S.W. 1st Street. In June, 1994, the houses were moved to their permanent site (south 50 feet of Lot 11 and Lot 12, Block 60 Town of Linton) . Prior to June, 1994, the site was vacant. The relocation of the two historic homes is part of the CRA' s redevelopment project for Block 60, Town of Linton. The CRA's plan also includes development of a parking lot located directly to the west of the historic homes. SITE PLAN ANAL Y S I S : PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The historic homes project involves the siting of 2 two story structures and the relocation of the offices for the Historic Palm Beach County Preservation Board and the City's Community Redevelopment Agency. The development proposal incorporates the following: * Creation of 4 ,454 square feet of office space (converted from residential space) ; * Central courtyard area, vehicular drop-off point, picket fence and trellis; and * Associated landscaping. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 2 COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: Parking: Pursuant to LDR Section 4 .4 .24 (F) (4) , all non-residential uses located within the Old School Square Historic Arts District shall provide parking at the rate of one space per every 300 sq. ft. of office area. Based on the above, the two historic homes require 15 parking spaces. After siting the historic homes, there will not be sufficient area to accommodate the required parking. Parking for the two homes will be provided through use of the public parking lot that is being constructed by the CRA directly west of the homes . An off-site parking agreement between the City and the CRA will be required. Right-of-Way Dedication: Currently, Swinton Avenue contains 66 ' of right-of-way. Pursuant to LDR Section 5 . 3 . 1(D) (2) , city collectors are required to have a total of 80 ' of right-of-way, therefore a 7 ' right-of-way dedication is required along both sides Swinton Avenue. As the City is not in favor of increasing the right-of-way along Swinton Avenue, no additional right-of-way is being required. Trash Receptacles: Trash receptacles will be located on the north side of the building and will be screened from adjacent properties by landscaping. The carts will need to placed curbside by 6 : 00 a.m. on the collection day. Comprehensive Plan Policies : A review of the objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan was conducted and the following applicable policy is noted. Land Use Element Policy C-3 . 3 - Alleys located within the Old School Square Historic District on either side of Swinton Avenue shall remain and be made available for access to abutting properties . Accordingly, these alleys shall not be abandoned to private interests . Use of the alleys for access and parking is encouraged for redevelopment of properties within the Old School Square Historic Arts District. The historic homes development is dedicating an additional 4 ' along the east/west alley to increase the width for vehicular travel and a walkway is planned along the north/south alley for pedestrian travel. With the above improvements, compliance with the above policy will be met. Technical Items : While the revised site plan has accommodated most of the staff concerns the following items remain outstanding, and will need be addressed prior to building permit submittal. 1 . Provision of a fence detail. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 3 2 . Provision of an adequate off-site parking agreement between the CRA and the City to allow the historic homes to utilize the public parking lot to the west to meet their on-site parking requirement. 3 . Provision of a right-of-way deed dedicating an additional 4 ' along the east/west alley. 4 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to allow improvements within the north/south alley. 5. Relocation of the proposed swale within the southwest corner of the site so as not to conflict with the proposed water meters . 6 . Execution of the Unity of Title binding the lots. LAND S CAP E ANAL Y S I S : The landscape plan proposes Royal Poinciana trees, Live Oak trees, Varigated Juniper hedge, Coconut Palm trees, and Liriope ground cover along Swinton Avenue. Florida Privet, Sabal Palms, and existing Mango, Banyon, and Melaleuca on the adjacent property will provide a buffer against the existing single family residence to the north. An existing Royal Poinciana tree, along with proposed Crepe Mrytle trees, Dwarf False Bird hedge, Dwarf Alocasia hedge, and Bouganvillea Dwarf hedge are indicated along the north/south alley. Dahoon Holly trees, Crepe Mrytle trees, Keys Lily ground cover, and Varigated Juniper are proposed along the east/west alley. The landscape pland will be installed in two phases . The trees will be installed with the first phase and the majority of the hedges and ground cover will be installed with the second phase. After review, the City Horticulturist concurs that the landscape plan complies with LDR Section 4 . 6 . 16 and provides adequate buffering along Swinton Avenue, the existing single family residence, and the alleys. Therefore, a positive finding with respect to landscaping can be made. DESIGN ELEMENTS ANALYSIS : The development proposal includes the following design elements (exterior alterations) which require analysis with respect to compatibility with the proposed structures . Fence A wood picket fence is proposed along Swinton Avenue. The fence will provide additional buffering along Swinton Avenue. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 4 Future Trellis A wood trellis is planned to connect the two historic homes . The trellis will be constructed of Cedar and will consist of a pressure treated wood post at the top and have a tapered column base. No time frame has been given for the construction of the trellis . Architectural Elevations Elevations for the two historic homes were presented to the Board at its meeting of August 3, 1994 . The Board made positive findings with respect to Section 4 .5 . 1(E) and approved the architectural elevations for the two homes . REQUIRED FINDINGS: Pursuant to Section 3 . 1. 1 (Required Findings) , prior to the approval of development applications, certain findings must be made in a form which is part of the official record. This may be achieved through information on the application, written materials submitted by the applicant, the staff report, or minutes. Findings shall be made by the body which has the authority to approve or deny the development application. These findings relate to the following areas : Section 3 . 1. 1 (A) - Future Land Use Map: The subject property has a Mixed Use land use plan designation and an OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) zoning designation. The OSSHAD district is consistent with the Mixed Use land use plan designation. Pursuant to Section 4 .4 .24(B) (2) , within the OSSHAD, governmental offices are allowed as a permitted use. Based upon the above, it is appropriate to make a positive finding with respect to the Future Land Use Map. Section 3 . 1. 1 (B) - Concurrency: As described in Appendix A, a positive finding of concurrency can be made as it relates to water, sewer, streets and traffic, drainage, parks and recreation, open space, and solid waste. Section 3 . 1 . 1 (C) - Consistency (Standards for Site Plan Actions) : As described in Appendix B, a positive finding of consistency can be made as it relates to Standards for Site Plan Actions. Section 3 . 1 . 1 (D) - Compliance With the Land Development Regulations : As described under the Site Plan Analysis Section of this report, a positive finding of compliance with the LDR' s can be made, upon addressing all outstanding items attached as conditions of approval . HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 5 Section 2 .4 .5 (F) (5) - Compatibility (Site Plan Findings) : The approving body must make a finding that development of the property pursuant to the site plan will be compatible and harmonious with adjacent and nearby properties and the City as a whole, so as not cause substantial depreciation of property values . The subject property is one of the few remaining vacant lots in OSSHAD area. Development of the subject property as government related offices is consistent with the surrounding development and the City' s plans as stated through the Comprehensive Plan. The site plan proposal provides compatible building types which will be harmonious . Therefore, a positive finding of compatibility can be made. REVIEW BY OTHERS: By their submission of the subject development, the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) has given its approval of the plan. The subject property is not located within an area that requires review by the DDA (Downtown Development Authority) . A special notice has been mailed to the Old School Square Homeowners Association. Any letters of objection will be presented to the Board during the regular meeting. ASSESSMENT AND CONCLUSION: The OSSHAD district was created to help foster a mix of government, office, and residential uses in a single district. The development of the two historic homes will further implement the City's vision within the area. The homes are compatible with the surrounding mix of government and office uses and will help facilitate the CRA' s efforts in this area. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS: A. Continue with direction. B. Approve the site plan, landscape plan and design elements for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) , and Section 2 .4 .5(F) (5) (Finding of Compatibility) of the Land Development Regulations and the policies of the Comprehensive Plan subject to conditions. C. Deny the site plan, landscape plan, and design elements with basis stated. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 6 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: By Separate Motions: A. Site Plan Approve the site plan for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) of the Land Development Regulations, policies of the Comprehensive Plan and Section 2 .4 .5(F) (5) subject to the following conditions: Provision of a fence detail. 2 . Provision of an adequate off-site parking agreement between the CRA and the City to allow the historic homes to utilize the public parking lot to the west to meet their on-site parking requirement. 3. Provision of a right-of-way deed dedicating an additional 4 ' along the east/west alley. 4 . Provision of a right-of-way permit to allow improvements within the north/south alley. 5. Relocation of the proposed swale within the southwest corner of the site so as not to conflict with the proposed water meters . 6 . Execution of the Unity of Title binding the lots. B. Landscape Plan Approve the landscape plan for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to Section 4 .6 . 16 . Design Elements Approve the design elements for the CRA historic homes based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4 .5 . 1. Attachments : * Appendix A * Appendix B * Location Map * Site Plan * Landscape Plan * Trellis HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 7 APPENDIX A CONCURRENCY FINDINGS: Pursuant to Section 3 . 1. 1(B) Concurrency as defined pursuant to Objective B-2 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan must be met and a determination made that the public facility needs of the requested land use and/or development application will not exceed the ability of the City to fund and provide, or to require the provision of, needed capital improvements for the following areas : Water and Sewer: With respect to water and sewer service, the following is noted: * Water service is provided to the site via a service lateral connection to an 8" water main which is currently being constructed within the north/south alley right-of-way. * Sewer service is provided to the site via service lateral connections to the existing 8" sewer mains located within the east/west alley and the north/south alley adjacent to the property. * Adequate fire suppression will be provided via installation of a new fire hydrant located at the southwest corner of the site. The development of 2 office buildings will have minimal impact on water and sewer demands as it relates to this level of service standard. Streets and Traffic: Pursuant to Palm Beach County's Traffic Performance Standards, non-residential uses that generate less than 200 gross trips are exempt from providing a traffic study. Based upon the Institute of Traffic Engineers Trip Generation Manual, professional office uses generate 34 trips/1000 square feet of office space. The addition of 4,454 square feet of office space for the historic homes will therefore generate 131 ADT (Average Daily Trips) . The traffic generated by this development will not have an adverse impact on the level of service standards. Based upon the above, a positive finding with respect to traffic concurrency can be made. Parks and Recreation Facilities: Park dedication requirements do not apply for nonresidential uses . Thus, the proposed development will not have an impact with respect to this level of service standard. Solid Waste: Trash generated each year by the proposed office use will be 5 .4 pounds per square foot per year. The office increase can be easily accommodated by the existing facilities and thus, will not be significant with respect to level of service standards. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 8 Drainage: On-site retention will be provided by the construction of 4 swales . The proposed swales will be adequate to handle the drainage demands generated by this development. Open Space: Pursuant to Section 4 .3.4(K) (Development Matrix) , the subject property is required to provide 25% open space. The applicant has indicated 55% of open space, thereby exceeding this requirement. HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 9 APPENDIXB STANDARDS FOR SITE PLAN ACTIONS A. Building design, landscaping, and lighting (glare) shall be such that they do not create unwarranted distractions or blockage of visibility as it pertains to traffic circulation. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent B. Appropriate separation of travelways is made for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians in a manner consistent with objective D-1 of the Traffic Element. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent C. Open Space enhancements described in Open Space and Recreation Objective B-1, are appropriately addressed. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent D. That any street widening associated with the development shall not be detrimental upon desired character and cohesiveness of affected residential areas . Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent E. Development of vacant land which is zoned for residential purposes shall be planned in a manner which is consistent with adjacent development regardless of zoning designations . Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent F. Vacant property shall be developed in a manner so that the future use and intensity are appropriate in terms of soil, topographic, and other applicable physical considerations; complementary to adjacent land uses; and fulfills remaining land use needs . HPB Staff Report CRA Historic Homes Page 10 Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent G. In order to provide for more balance demographic mix, the development of "large scale adult oriented communities" on the remaining vacant land is discouraged. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent Staff Report Prepared by: Steven E. Taylor, Planner Reviewed by Diane Dominguez on: 1/10/95 Y:H S STHOME_DOC _ 4 �Q ai____. AIM l - IF 1 _ 1 - - I N.YQ 2ND ST. 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AMENDMENTS MEETING DATE: JANUARY 18, 1995 AGENDA ITEM: V-B SUBJECT: LDR TEXT AMENDMENT RE: COMPOSITION AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEMBERSHIP. LDR REFERENCE: SECTION 2 .2. 6(B) (2) . ITEM BEFORE T H E BOARD The item before the Board is that of making a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Board on a proposed modification to the City' s Land Development Regulations (LDRs) . Pursuant to LDR Section 1 . 1.6, no amendment may be made until a recommendation is obtained from the Planning and Zoning Board. BACKGROUND In 1980 Congress amended the National Historic Preservation Act to provide for a process of certifying local governments to participate in the federal historic preservation program. This amendment extended the federal/state partnership to include qualified local governments, enabling them to participate more directly in the federal preservation program, becoming essentially a third member of the partnership, and offering them a better opportunity to direct preservation efforts at the local level . According to the regulations, each State Historic Preservation Office is responsible for preparing state guidelines for certifying local governments . The City of Delray Beach became a Certified Local Government (CLG) on November 22, 1988 . In order to maintain certification a local government must meet certain prescribed criteria as set forth by the Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation. One of the criteria cited by the Bureau' s guidelines is to establish and maintain a qualified historic preservation commission, the Delray Beach Historic Preservation Board serves in this capacity. The guidelines define qualifications as follows : To the extent available in the community, the local government shall appoint professional members from the disciplines of architecture, history, architectural history, planning, archaeology, or other historic preservation related disciplines such as urban planning, American Studies, American Civilization, Cultural Geography f HPB Staff Report LDR Text Amendment Page2 or Cultural Anthropology. Lay persons who have demonstrated special interest experience or knowledge in history, architecture or related disciplines shall make up the balance of Commission membership, in the event that there are not enough professionals in the community. Certified Local Government Guidelines B.2 .a. The qualification guidelines for HPB appointment were written before the City became a CLG and are defined in the LDR's as follows: It is intended that members of the Board will be persons of knowledge, experience, judgement, and background, and have personal or professional interest or experience in historic restoration and preservation. And that they will have the ability and desire to act in the public interest and represent, insofar as possible, the various special personal and professional interest required to make informed and equitable decisions concerning the preservation, conservation, and protection of historic districts and structures . LDR Section 2 .2 .6 (B) (2) ANAL Y S I S The current qualifications for appointment are not as specific in terms of professional historic preservation disciplines as those set forth by the CLG Guidelines . Nor do they reflect the fact that professionals in those disciplines be appointed, to the extent that they are willing to serve. The CLG agreement between the City and the Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation states in paragraph 3.a. that the City shall establish an adequate and qualified historic preservation review commission composed of professional members as per Florida Certified Local Government Guidelines (B) (2) (a) ) . As the Board now serves as a representative of a Certified Local Government, the qualifications required for appointment should be updated to reflect the State's guidelines for qualification. Please note that HPB members meet the current City qualifications as defined by the LDRs and will continue to meet the amended qualifications as long as they hold their current positions . I HPB Staff Report LDR Text Amendment Page3 PROPOSED AMENDMENT Delete LDR Section 2 .2 . 6(B) (2) and replace it with the Florida Certified Local Government Guidelines B.2 .a. with the following modifications : That professional disciplines are to include w `\ landscape architecture and i'estoration contractor; ands G -N. ,. for the sake of consistency, the word "Commission" is to be replaced with "Board" in the second sentence of the paragraph. RECOMMENDED ACTION Recommend approval based upon a finding that the proposed modification is consistent with and furthers the Comprehensive Plan' s Housing Element, Objective C-6 which states that the conservation and rehabilitation of historically significant structures shall be guided by the City' s adopted Historic Preservation Ordinance. By clarifying the qualification for appointment to the HPB and brining the qualifications into conformity with the CLG guidelines the Historic Preservation Ordinance can better serve Objective C-6 .