Brevard County, Florida 32903
July 23, 2002, 5:30 PM Indialantic Town Hall
MINUTES NO. 02-09
MINUTES OF A ZONING AND PLANNING BOARD MEETING HELD IN THE INDIALANTIC TOWN HALL ON JULY 23, 2002.
Present: Tom Kleving, Chairman
John MacNeill, Vice Chairman
Rick Bertel, Member
Michael Melhado, Member
Randall Greer, Member
Keith Mauter, Alternate
Ed Washburn, Town Planner
Barbara Brownlie, Secretary
Absent: Nancee J. Hay, Alternate
1. CALL TO ORDER AT 5:30 PM
Chairman Kleving called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.
2. APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES
A. Minutes No. 02-08– Regular Meeting – May 28, 2002
Mr. Melhado moved to approve Minutes No. 02-08. Mr. MacNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
3. APPLICATIONS
A. Site Plan Approval Extension – Indialantic One
James Mays, 701 N. Miramar Ave., Managing Member of Coral Sands of Indialantic, represented Indialantic One. Mr. Mays explained that the extension was being requested to complete the DEP permitting process and that six months should be a sufficient time period.
Town Manager Christopher Chinault advised that the density issue had been addressed and that the project was being decreased from 42 to 38 units.
Mr. Mays reported that the footprint remains the same and that all the requirements attached to the original site plan approval should be resolved within the next 30 days.
It was clarified that if there were any significant changes to the site plan, it would come before the Board for further approval.
Town Planner Ed Washburn explained that the extension is necessary to allow Indialantic One to proceed with the DEP and he recommended approval.
Mr. Melhado moved to approve the site plan extension for an additional six months subject to the stipulations of the original approval. Mr. Bertel seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
4. REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
A. Skateboard Ramps
Mr. Chinault gave background on the issue and advised that this is an attempt to “close the loop” initiated by codifying the Board of Adjustment interpretation not permitting skateboard ramps in residential districts. Mr. Chinault presented a memo indicating certain conditions under which skateboard ramps might be permitted.
The Board observed that the proposed modifications did appear to alleviate some of the complaints surrounding the issue. But, they also questioned the practicality of several of the conditions including placement in the rear yard, size and permitted hours of use.
James Mays commented that limiting the length to eight feet just would not work.
The Board discussed the feasibility of portable ramps in front yards with restricted hours of use.
Mr. Washburn noted the problems that Code Enforcement would confront.
Mr. Kleving recommended that the Board explore further options and reconsider the issue.
Mr. Bertel moved to table this item to the next meeting. Mr. Greer seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
B. Dumpster Enclosures
Mr. Chinault presented background and proposed code language change.
The Board was receptive to the use of vinyl but requested a better definition for impact strength and color choices other than white.
Mr. Mays suggested a dense commercial decking strength material might be appropriate.
Mr. Chinault agreed to provide more technical information and suggested colors consistent with permitted fencing colors.
The Board determined that this ordinance would again come before them at some later date.
C. Play Apparatus
Mr. Chinault provided a letter from the Town Attorney indicating that play apparatus is required to be regulated and permitted as a structure per the Florida Building Code. Mr. Chinault also provided new Code language exempting play apparatus of a certain size from this requirement.
Photographs of an existing play apparatus considered objectionable by the owner of the abutting property were furnished to the Board.
Mr. Chinault explained that this particular situation had not yet been addressed as the Code Board was awaiting the adoption of play apparatus parameters by the Council before proceeding.
Mr. Washburn advised that an accessory structure can not cover more than 30% of the area and requires a building permit.
Mr. MacNeill stated that anything not covered by the exemption should be treated as an accessory structure and needs to meet all code requirements. He believed that the exemption should be based on a pre-determined size.
Lynn Normile, 1316 S. Riverside Dr, described the “village” portrayed in the photographs she had furnished. Ms. Normile expressed a concern with privacy, safety and liability. She requested that it be determined if this situation constitutes an accessory structure and would fall under code guidelines.
Mr. Washburn explained that play apparatus is covered by the definitions of “structure” and “building” and must be permitted and meet code.
It was clarified for Ms. Normile that the play apparatus with which she was concerned would have to be brought into compliance with the Code.
Mr. Melhado moved that staff be directed to proceed with drafting parameters for play apparatus exempt from permitting as submitted by the Town Manager. Mr. MacNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
5. REPORT FROM BUILDING OFFICIAL
Mr. Chinault announced that Cathy Spafford would start July 29, 2002 as the new Building Official.
Mr. Kleving noted a problem with vehicles parked in the grass area at Ramona and Fourth Aves.
Mr. Chinault clarified the situation with the lights at Surf Style and transient signs at the Palace.
6. REPORT FROM TOWN PLANNER
Mr. Washburn had no report.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM.
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Tom Kleving, Chairman
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Barbara Brownlie, Secretary