CITY OF SARASOTA Development Review Division Development Services Department MINUTES OFTHE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD/LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Planning Board Dan Clermont, Chair Members lresent: Michael Halflants, Vice Chair Members Daniel Deleo, Shane LaMay, Terrill Salem Planning Board Members Absent: City Staff Present: Mike Connolly, Deputy City Attorney Myra Schwarz, General Manger, Development Services Alison Christie, Development Review Chief Planner Amy Pintus, Development Review Planner Donald Ullom, Senior Arborist Daniel Orenstein, Assistant City Engineer Miles Larsen, Manager, Public Broadcasting John Nopper, Coordinator, Public Broadcasting Amanda Cisneros, Development Review Coordinator Development Services 1:30:50 P.M. I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL PB Chair Clermont called the meeting to order. General Manager Schwarz (acting as the Planning Board's Secretary) called the roll. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1:31:32 P.M. III. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE DAY PB Secretary Schwarz requested Topics by Staff be discussed before meeting. IV. LAND USE ADMINISTRATION PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: At this time anyone wishing to speak at the following public hearings will be required to take an oath. (Time limitations will be established by the Planning Board.) 1:46:21 P.M. A. Reading ofthe Pledge ofConduct Secretary Schwarz read the Pledge of Conduct. Attorney Connolly discussed time limits and gave a description on Quasi-judicial and Legislative hearings. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 2 of 14 PB Chair Clermont questioned Special Meeting dates. Secretary Schwarz questioned if the PB Members would want two cases on January 10, 2024. Attorney Connolly provided information on the cases and recommended leaving one case at the January 10, 2024 meeting. Vice Chair Halflants questioned the second case. Secretary Schwarz provided a description and noted controversy is involved. PB Chair Clermont questioned if this case can be moved to the Special Meeting in January. Attorney Connolly introduced Steve Cover, Director of Planning and stated Mr. Cover is requesting January 24, 2024 PB meeting be moved earlier in the day. Mr. Cover provided a description of the case being presented at the Special January meeting and requested an earlier time due to a presentation conflict. PB Member Deleo stated that he is in favor. Mr. Cover suggested a time. PB Members agreed. Secretary Schwarz requested earlier start time for January 10, 2024. PB Members agreed. PB Chair Clermont suggested cases not be pushed back. Secretary Schwarz requested a Special Meeting in February. Vice Chair Halflants suggested the second case for the January Regular Planning Board meeting be added to the February PB meeting. City Attorney Connolly made a recommendation. PB Member Deleo provided his suggestion. PB Chair Clermont made a motion to continue with both items scheduled for the January 10, 2024 meeting. PB Member Lamay Seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-2 with PB Members Deleo and Salem voting no. PB Chair Clermont made a suggestion to the agenda for the January 10, 2024 meeting. City Attorney Connolly mentioned an appeal for the Quay Blocks 1 and 9 was filed on December 5, 2023, gave a description on the appeal, and advised PB members not to discuss the project. Secretary Schwarz provided dates for a Special Meeting in February 2024. PB Members agreed to February 1, 2024. Ms. Schwarz also discussed septic tanks and stated this is covered in the Zoning Code and provided the number of septic fields within the City of Sarasota. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 3 of 14 B. Quasi-judicial Public Hearings 1. Roers Sarasota Tamiami Apartments (4309 N. Tamiami Trail): Site Plan Application No. 23-SP-17 request for Site Plan approval to construct a four- story multi-family apartment building with a total of 224 residential units on a +5.7-acre site with street addresses of 4211 North Tamiami Trail, 4229 North Tamiami Trail, 4309 North Tamiami Trail, 4415 North Tamiami Trail, & 4501 North Tamiami Trail. 284 parking spaces are proposed. The applicant is proposing to utilize Florida State Statue 403.892, incentives for Graywater Technologies, to gain up to 35% additional density. The subject site is located within the North Trail (NT) and Residential Multiple Family 2 (RMF-2) zone districts with future land use classifications of Urban Mixed Use and Multiple Family (moderate density). The site is also within the North Trail Overlay District (NTOD). Vehicular access is proposed from U.S. 41 and 42ND Street. (Alison Christie, AICP, Development Review Chief Planner) 2:02:03 P.M. City Attorney Connolly questioned ex-parte communications and announced affected persons. Applicant Presentation: Attorney Charlie Bailey presented Planner Tom Sacharski, Engineer Victor Barbosa, and Marty McCarthy on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Bailey provided information on the property, location, and Zone district. Mr. Bailey also gave a description of the parcels, existing and previous buildings on the property. Mr. Bailey stated the applicant is proposing a four story, two hundred- and twenty-four-unit, multifamily rental buildings. Attorney Bailey also stated the parcel with existing buildings will remain and gave a brief description on the history of the parcels. Mr. Bailey made note that a pre- application was previously filed, a meeting was held with Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Association, and a Community Workshop. Neighbors were concerned about storm water, traffic and parking which have been addressed. Mr. Bailey also noted a gray water system that will support all units and gave a brief description of the system. Planner Tom Sacharski provided information on the height of the building, parking spaces, bicycle parking spaces and ingress/egress. Mr.Sacharski also gave a description on the sidewalk along US 41 and stated trees and lighting will be installed to separate sidewalk and US 41. Mr. Sacharski noted pedestrian access is available from Sarasota Avenue, no vehicular access. Planner Sacharski also gave a brief description of the amenities and storm water requirements as it was a concern with the residents in the area along with parking. Mr. Bailey stated storm water was a concern, noting a rain guard will be installed to control the flow of storm water discharge and will provide green space in the area. Mr. Bailey also mentioned FDOT is approving one vehicular access connection to US 41 and clarified the number of parking spaces. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 4 of 14 Vice Chair Halflants questioned if the project will be for rental and the value of ground floor. Mr. Bailey stated the upper floors will have a view and there will be elevator access for upper units. Vice Chair Halflants suggested raising the building to avoid the view of traffic and pedestrians walking along the sidewalk. Mr. Bailey stated that raising the building will add extra fill and increase construction costs. Discussion ensued. PB Member Deleo voiced his opinion on the project and questioned how the Gray Water system works. Mary McCarthy responded with a description and noted it is being constructed on a different project. PBi member Deleo also questioned the Administrative Adjustment to reduce the width of the amenity zone. Mr. Sacharski stated the request was due to access. PB: member Deleo also questioned the process that was completed to relocate the infrastructure improvements or other structures. Mr. Sacharski pointed out the trees that are being removed, trees in the building footprint and trees that will stay. PB member Deleo questioned if different design plans were provided. Phil Smith Landscape Architect stated an onsite meeting was held with the City Arborist and alternatives were discussed and the Site Plan was revised. Mr. Smith also noted the code changed and efforts were made to save grand trees. PB member Deleo questioned if alternative design plans with a narrative explaining why alternate designs did not work. Mr. Bailey stated it was provided and verbally expressed why the trees could not stay based on design. PB member Lamay questioned the length of the building. Mr. Bailey answered with length. Mr. Lamay also questioned if the community was for or against breaking up the building. Mr. Bailey noted the community did not want the second access point, FDOT did not allow multiple access points along US 41 and stated the City code restricts the access points. PB member Lamay also questioned the amenities facing the back of the building. Mr. Sacharski stated the building creates a pedestrian corridor and reduces noise from US 41. PB member Lamay voiced his concerns on the design not being pedestrian friendly and questioned Zoning Codes as the building will not be broken up due to FDOT. Secretary Schwarz made note that studies have been done and principals may not apply. Mr. McCarthy stated pedestrian vehicle conflict will be avoided. PB member Salem questioned the foundation plan, the framing and distance the building is from the road. Marty McCarthy provided the materials that will be used for the building. Mr. Sacharski noted the building will be 15-20 feet from the road. PB member Salem questioned safety concerns about not having a barrier between the road and building. Mr. Sacharski made note that trees and sidewalk will help to buffer the building and the road. Mr. Salem voiced safety concerns on the material being used for the building. PB Chair Clermont questioned the Saphire project. Mr. Bailey made note it will be sold to Roers. Mr. Clermont voiced concerns about the length of the building. PB Chair Clermont also questioned whether the building is accessible along US 41 for residents. Mr. Bailey confirmed it is not. Mr. McCarthy stated art will be added to the building. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 5 of 14 Mr. Bailey stated the building cannot be split into multiple buildings as site constraints and regulations do not permit this. PB Chair Clermont questioned the possibility of having two buildings. PB Chair Clermont also questioned if enough parking will be provided. Mr. McCarthy provided information on the number of bedrooms, parking spaces per unit and mentioned bicycle parking. PB member Salem compared a building along US 41 and noted a wall around the building for safety. PB Vice Chair Halflants suggested adding entry doors along US 41. 3:01:05 P.M. Staff Presentation: Development Review Chief Planner Christie appeared and provided information on the location of the property, Zone district, and Future Land Use Classification. Ms. Christie stated the applicant is proposing a four-story building with two hundred and twenty-four units and two hundred and eighty-four parking spaces. Chief Planner Christie also noted that the project as proposed follows Development Standards and the applicant has proposed an increase in density for providing a gray water system that connects to all proposed units. Ms. Christie also stated the applicant requested an Administrative Adjustment to reduce a portion of the required amenity zone. Chief Planner Christie provided information on the number of trees being removed, mitigation plan, Community Workshop, and traffic study. Ms. Christie stated the application meets all applicable standards of the Zoning code and staff recommends approval with conditions. PB Member Deleo questioned the Administrative Adjustment and the approval that was given to reduce the sidewalk. Ms. Christie stated it would be for a small portion of the overall sidewalk. PB member Deleo also questioned safety between the building and the road, Ms. Christie stated Overlay Regulations should be investigated. PB member Deleo also questioned if alternate design plans were submitted. Ms. Christie made note alternatives did not work due to access issues or parking. PB member Deleo questioned the review process for the City Arborist. Chief Planner Christie gave a description on the review process and stated the City Arborist does reviews plans and makes site visits. City Arborist Donald Ullom presented and stated the applicant did redesign the parking lot and several aspects due to access. PB member Deleo questioned the state of trees. Mr. Ullom noted each site was visited, each tree was looked at and it was clear to see trees that were unhealthy. Vice Chair Halflants questioned the requirements stated in the Downtown Code and why it does not apply to the Overlay District. Ms. Christie made note that it would be investigated. PB Chair Clermont questioned the allowance of removal of grand trees. Ms. Christie stated a section of the code does allow grand tree removal under certain circumstances Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 6 of 14 and noted mitigation is required. PB Chair Clermont also questioned the traffic report questioning if the development will impact traffic in the neighborhood. Daniel Orenstein, Assistant to the City Engineer stated the traffic study did include the neighborhood and impact would be slight. Mr. Orenstein pointed out the different routes. PB Chair Clermont questioned staff' S view regarding the length of the building. Ms. Christie noted that the applicant added visual and architectural interest to break up the building visually. Chair Clermont also questioned the storm water system. Chief Planner Christie confirmed the system being used is new and confident the system meets requirements. PB Chair Clermont questioned parking overflow. Ms. Christie stated it will be monitored and issues have not been mentioned on previous projects. 3:19:13 P.M. Affected Persons: City Attorney Connolly called on Richard Parlato who will be represented by Kevin Spence, Ralph Passino and Kevin Spence. Mr. Connolly discussed time limits. PB Chair Clermont clarified what can be approved by the Planning Board. Ralph Passino presented and addressed concerns regarding traffic and questioned if a traffic light or roundabout will be installed. Kevin Spence presented to speak on behalf of Jaquline Krause and Richard Parlato. Mr. Spence voiced concerns about parking, flooding, thanked City Staff and the Developer. Mr. Spence also voiced additional concerns on traffic, pedestrian safety in the neighborhood, and storm water. Mr. Spence stated his opinion on the development. Citizen Input: Ms. Marcy Glennon presented and voiced concerns about vehicular traffic, pedestrian traffic, and dog walking. Rebuttal: The applicant presented and Mr. McCarthy addressed Ms. Glennon's concerns and stated a dog walk and dog wash will be on the property available for residents. Mr. Bailey quoted the North Trail Overlay District pointing out the Development is to enhance the North Trail Overlay District and mentioned all criteria is being met with neighbors in mind. PB Vice Chair Halflants voiced concerns and recommendations on pedestrian access to sidewalks and suggested certain amenities be relocated. Mr. Sacharski addressed Vice Chair Halflants concerns and noted parking would be lost due to trash enclosures. PB member Lamay noted the Zoning Code should be investigated about protecting neighbors around Development projects. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 7 of 14 Vice Chair Halflants made a motion to find that Site Plan 23-SP-17 is consistent with the Tree Protection Ordinance and meets the applicable criteria of section IV-506 of the Zoning Code and to approve the Site Plan subject to the conditions listed and added two additional conditions. 1. Add two pedestrian access points equally spaced along U.S. 41 frontage. 2. Raise the ground floor a minimum of two feet, where residents reside. PB member Deleo seconded the motion. Vice Chair Halflants spoke on his motion with the additional conditions. PB member Deleo voiced his opinion on the motion. PB Chair Clermont commented on the Development of the North Trail Overlay and voiced his opinion on the building. Motion passed 3-2 with PB Chair Clermont and PB member Deleo dissenting. 3:51:12 P.M. The Planning Board took a 9-minute break. 4:00:54 P.M. 2. Midtown Plaza Major Amendment to a Previously Approved Site Plan (1299, 1325, 1201, and 1375 S. Tamiami Trail):Site Plan Application No. 23-SP-09 & Off-site Parking Agreement application to No. 23-OSP-01 request for a Site Plan approval to construct an approximately 2,500-square foot Starbucks building drive through on the +7.64-acre subject property with street address of 1299, 1325, 1201, and 1375 South Tamiami Trail, and to allow the existing Starbucks building to remain for a new tenant. The site is located within the Commercial General District (CGD) zone district and has a Future Land Use Classification of Urban Mixed Use. Vehicular access is proposed to remain from existing access points on U.S. 41, Bahia Vista Street, and Prospect street. The applicant is also seeking an Off-Site Parking Agreement to allow 130 Parking Spaces on a 5.99-Acre site with street addresses of 1215, 1217, & 1219 East Avenue. (Amy Pintus, Development Review Planner) PB Chair Clermont questioned members regarding ex-parte. City Attorney Connolly called on affected persons and discussed time limits. Applicant Presentation: Gavin Meshad presented with John Meshad and Jim Reidy. Mr. Meshad presented a map of the project location and pointed out each building and its current use. The Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 8 of 14 applicant is proposing to add a new 2,500 square foot building with a drive through with the intent of relocating Starbucks. PB Chair Clermont questioned when the existing Starbucks was remodeled and questioned the purpose to relocate the existing store. Mr. Meshad stated the layout is not efficient and does not work operationally. PB Chair Clermont questioned what would happen to the existing building after the projecthas been completed. Mr. Meshad noted the building would be repurposed with a less intense use. PB Chair Clermont questioned concerns from tenants in the plaza. 4:07:41 P.M. Staff Presentation: Amy Pintus Development Review Planner presented and provided information on the location of the project, Zone district and Future Land Use Classification. Ms. Pintus stated that the applicant is proposing a Major Revision to a previously approved Site Plan and mentioned the size of the building. Development Review Planner Pintus provided information on parking, location of additional parking, and DRC sign-off. Ms. Pintus noted the Site Plan does meet all applicable standards of the Zoning Code along with the Off-Site Parking agreement and recommends approval. Dan Orenstein Assistant City Engineer clarified the project is not de-minimis and a traffic study was completed. PB member Deleo questioned the four stipulations. Ms. Pintus clarified the applicant addressed all stipulations. PB Chair Clermont questioned the potential of having three drive throughs at the site and if this would create difficulty. Mr. Orenstein stated there would not be back-up on adjacent streets or create danger based on the traffic reports. Mr. Clermont questioned pedestrian safety. Dan Orenstein stated there is a pedestrian crosswalk. 4:12:25 P.M. Affected Persons: City Attorney Connolly called on Mary Price, Flo Entler representing Leticia Etayo and Dale Wolfson. Mary Price voiced concerns about noise, parking restrictions, and future proposals for the plaza. Mr. Salem questioned clarification on the Urban Mixed Use and the Offsite Parking agreement. City Attorney Connolly clarified the twoapplications being proposed. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 9 of 14 Flo Entler presented with a video of traffic during after school hours. Ms. Entler is speaking on behalf of Leticia Etayo and voiced concerns about traffic, parking, noise, and extended parking hours. Dale Wolfson presented and voiced concerns on parking, Offsite parking, and hours. Citizen Input: Flo Entler presented a video showing traffic. Ms. Entler voiced concerns about traffic, noise, safety issues and retail expansion. Rob Grant presented and voiced concerns on traffic and safety. Mr. Grant also voiced concerns about the addition of a third drive through. Staff Rebuttal: Amy Pintus presented and clarified the title of the Site Plan and noted the Offsite Parking agreement spaces will address valet parking. Ms. Pintus stated the traffic impact analysis included the information and a pedestrian walkway exists. Amy Pintus clarified what is and is not allowed for the Off-Site Parking agreement. PB member Salem questioned if the Offsite Parking agreement currently exists. Ms. Pintus noted it does not exist; the agreement was created by the owner to address parking challenges. City Attorney Connolly made note that the Offsite Parking agreement is to conform with the Zoning Code and provided a history on parking for Midtown Plaza. PB member Lamay questioned the portions of the parking lot dedicated to Off-Site parking. Mr. Lamay also questioned the location of the pedestrian walkway and how it is currently used. PB member Salem questioned clarification about parking restrictions based on the Zoning Code. PB Chair Clermont questioned allowing commercial trucks currently parked. Ms. Pintus stated the Off-Site Parking agreement will not alllow commercial trucks to park. PB member Lamay questioned the traffic study and if full capacity is counted for. Mr. Orenstein provided information on the number of total trips, the area of the shopping plaza, and the time the study is completed. PB member Deleo questioned if commercial use parking and office parking falls under the same Zoning code. City Attorney Connolly clarified the use of the Offsite parking facilities. PB member Deleo questioned sufficient parking for the facility. Ms. Pintus stated there would be as the situation currently exists. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 10 of 14 Applicant Rebuttal: John Meshad presented and clarified changes will not be made. The Offsite parking agreement is to conform to the Zoning Code as the parking currently exists. Mr. Meshad provided information on the number of parking spaces and discussed the requirements for parking. John Meshad also noted the relocation of the Starbucks will improve traffic flow throughout the plaza. PB member Lamay questioned safe pedestrian access to Offsite parking. Mr. Meshad stated it can be enhanced and clarified after school pick upis not regulated by the Plaza. Gavin Meshad provided information on the number of parking spaces and the hours parking is being used. PB: member Deleo questioned pedestrian access and safety to the Offsite parking. Gavin Meshad stated two pedestrian crosswalks are available for pedestrians to use. John Meshad provided information on the rezone that was previously completed. PB member Lamay questioned commercial truck parking in the plaza. Gavin Meshad confirmed it is not allowed and the tenants are aware. PB Chair Clermont questioned if pedestrian safety was reviewed during the DRC process. Ms. Pintus confirmed it was reviewed and staff confirmed a safe pedestrian route exists. City Attorney Connolly clarified the motions, the two separate applications and suggested the Off-Site parking agreement be completed first. PB Chair Clermont closed the public hearing. PB member Lamay questioned a solution to add a buffer for residents. PB member Deleo made a motion to find the Offsite Parking agreement 23-OSP-01 is consistent with and meets the applicable criteria of Section VI-210 of the Zoning Code and to approve the Offsite Parking Agreement. Vice Chair Halflants seconded the motion. PB member Deleo spoke on the motion and voiced his opinion. Motion passed 5-0. PB member Deleo made a motion to find that Site Plan 23-SP-09 is consistent with the Tree Protection Ordinance and meets the applicable criteria of section IV-506 of the Zoning Code and to approve the Site Plan subject to the following conditions. Vice Chair Halflants seconded the motion. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 11 of 14 PB member Deleo addressed the concerns from the neighborhood and made clarifications. PB Chair Clermont voiced his opinion and addressed concerns from the neighbors. Motion passed 5-0. 5:13:23 P.M. 3. 625 Golden Gate Point (621 & 633 Golden Gate Point) : Site Plan Application No. 23- SP-03 request for Site Plan approval to construct a 12-unit residential condominium building on +0.5-acre subject site with street addresses of 621 and 653 Golden Gate Point. The subject site currently has two multi-family structures that are proposed to be demolished. The subject site is located in the Residential Multiple Family-5 (RMF-5) zone district and has a Future Land Use (FLU) Classification of Multiple Family- Medium Density. Vehicular access is proposed from Golden Gate Point. (Amy Pintus, Development Review Planner) City Attorney Connolly called on Affected Person. Applicant Presentation: Mr. Joel Freedman presented on behalf of the applicant along with Chris Gallagher and Debra Brown. Mr. Freedman provided information on the property, stating two lots have been combined with the number of existing buildings. Joel Freedman stated twelve units are being proposed and provided the Zone district. Mr. Freeman stated multiple meetings were completed with neighbors and homeowner associations. Some of the concerns from neighbors were parking and landscaping and they have been addressed by the developer. Joel Freedman presented a map of the proposed building, gave the number of parking spaces, and presented a plan with a two driveway access. Mr. Freedman stated staff has recommended removing a driveway, applicant is requesting both driveways. Mr. Gallagher provided information on the two-lane concept and mentioned the negative impact a one-way driveway would have on the neighborhood. Chris Gallagher stated the benefits the two-way driveway will have for residents and neighbors. Mr. Gallagher also mentioned the plan being presented was not approved during the DRC review. Mr. Freedman stated all Zoning requirements are being met and the Site Plan is compatible with the City Plan. Joel Freedman stated Golden Gate Association has issues with parking and accessibility and provided the benefits a two-way driveway will have. Mr. Freedman provided information on landscaping, parking, and the current number of curb cuts and proposed. Vice Chair Halflants confirmed that the City does not want the two driveway access. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 12 of 14 City Attorney Connolly questioned if the two-way north driveway was submitted under the current motion and advised the Planning Board members to add the condition. Staff Presentation: Amy Pintus presented and provided information on the property. Ms. Pintus stated the applicant is proposing a nine story building with twelve residential units, amenities and provided the number of proposed parking spaces. Ms. Pintus stated the Traffic Concurrency division included a comment that the second driveway should be removed, the project was. found to be de-minimis. Development Review Planner Pintus stated the Site Plan has met all Development Standards of the Zoning code, staff recommends approval and clarified the motions. Dan Orenstein, Assistant City Engineer quoted the Transportation Chapter and stated the City Policy states one driveway is better than two, two conflict points is better than three. Mr. Orenstein stated the two-driveway would create a loading zone. PB: member Lamay questioned Mr. Orenstein's concerns. PB Chair Clermont requested clarification on the curb cuts and the plan that was included in the Staff Report. City Attorney Connolly clarified the plans presented by the applicant, the City and the motions that will need to made. Mr. Clermont also questioned a section of the EDCM. Dan Orenstein provided the information. Affected. Persons: Ms. Judy Mower Vice President of The Golden Gate Point Association Board presented and stated the support the neighborhood has on the applicant's proposal. Ms. Mower stated the benefits the two-way driveway will have on the neighborhood. Ms. Judy Mower also addressed concerns they neighborhood currently has with visibility, traffic flow and expressed appreciation to the Developer. Ms. Mower made a request to PB Members to approve the plan presented by the applicant. Staff Rebuttal: Dan Orenstein, City Engineer Assistant quoted EDCM Part 4, Section 8 for clarification. Vice Chair Halflants questioned the width of the roadway of Golden Gate Point. Mr. Orenstein confirmed that it is 22 feet. Vice Chair Halflants questioned the availability of a loading space and the need for a second driveway. Mr. Orenstein stated the loading space may not be allowed in the front of the building due to the Zoning Code. Vice Chair Halflants questioned a suggestion for the placement of a loading zone. Mr. Orenstein stated the Zoning Code will need to be reviewed for the location of a loading zone. Citizen Input: Joan Lovell presented and voiced concerns on approving the plan with one curb cut. Ms. Lovell stated it would increase traffic issues. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 13 of 14 Applicant Rebuttal: Mr. Joel Freedman clarified the roads EDCM specifies. Mr. Gallagher clarified that currently there are three curb cuts and the plan presented shows two. City Attorney Connolly clarified the motions provided by staff. PB member Deleo voiced his opinion on the plan provided by the applicant. Vice Chair Halflants voiced his opinion on the project regarding the two curb cuts and traffic. PB member Lamay voiced his opinion in support of the proposed plan. PB Chair Clermont voiced his opinion on the traffic and stated being in favor of the two- way driveway. 5:53:58 P.M. PB member Deleo made a motion to find that Site Plan 23-SP-03 utilizing driveway version A with a two-way driveway is consistent with the Tree Protection Ordinance and meets the applicable criteria of Section IV-506 of the Zoning Code and to approve the Site Plan subject to the conditions outlined by Staff. PB member Lamay seconded the motion. Motion passed 4-1 with Vice Chair Halflants voting no. V. CITIZEN's INPUT NOTICE TOTHE. PUBLIC: At this time Citizens may address the Planning Board on topics of concern. Items which havel been previously discussed at Public Hearings may not be addressed at this time. (A maximum 5- minute time limit.) There was no citizen's input. 4:03:19 P.M. VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. OCTOBER 18, 2023 The minutes were approved as submitted by consensus. 4:03:35 P.M. Minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting December 13, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sarasota City Commission Chambers Page 14 of 14 VII. PRESENTATION OF TOPICS BY STAFF Items presented are: informational only (no action taken). Any issue presented that may require future action will be placed on the next available agenda for discussion. 1. Adding additional cases to PB: meeting on 1/10/24 with 1260 N. Palm 2. Discuss early start time for 1/10/24 Planning Board Meeting 3. Discuss early start time for 1/24/24 Planning Board Meeting. May conflict with presentations scheduled at Art Ovation by Andres Duany and David Houle. 4. Potential February Special Meeting dates. VIII. PRESENTATION OF TOPICS BY PLANNING BOARD Items presented are informational only (no action taken). Any issue presented that may require future action will be placed on the: next available agenda for discussion. 5:56:22 P.M. IX. ELECTION OF OFFICERS PB Chair Clermont made a motion to appoint Michael Halflants as Planning Board Chair. PB member Deleo seconded the motion. Motion passes 5-0. PB: member Clermont made a motion to appoint PB member Dan Deleo as Vice Chair. PB: member Lamay seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 5:57:56 P.M. Clupss Myra Schwarz Michael Halflants, Chair General Manager and Secretary to the Board Planning Board/Local Planning Agency