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VA-2601: Request for a variance to reduce the minimum lot size to allow for a lot split for the property at 2003 and 2005 Guava Drive, Edgewater, FL 32141.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
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VA-2601: Request for a variance to reduce the minimum lot size to allow for a lot split for the property at 2003 and 2005 Guava Drive, Edgewater, FL 32141.
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OWNER/APPLICANT:
Robert Vazquez, Owner.
PROPOSED USE:
To split parcel to sell duplex uits individually.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Per Article V, Table V-1, the minimum site dimensions for Single Family Residential lots are 75 ft by 115 ft. The applicant is requesting a variance to reduce the minimum lot size in order to subdivide the existing parcel and create two separate lots for the purpose of conveying each unit of the existing duplex.
PARCEL ID:
8402-01-06-6370
AREA:
0.45 acres
CURRENT LAND USE:
Single-Family Residential
FLUM DESIGNATION:
Medium Density Residential
ZONING DISTRICT:
R-4, Single-Family Residential
VOTING DISTRICT:
District Two - Council Person: Mike Thomas
Discussion:
The applicant is requesting a variance to reduce the minimum lot size in order to subdivide the subject property and create two separate lots for the purpose of separately conveying the existing duplex. Per Article V, Table V-1 of the Land Development Code, minimum lot dimensions are established to implement the City's Future Land Use policies and ensure compatibility with surrounding development patterns.
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Site Plan:
Staff Review:
According to Article IX, Section 21-100.04(d), Non-Administrative Variance, City of Edgewater's Land Development Code;
In order to grant a non-administrative variance, the P. & Z. Board shall make the following findings of fact:
1. That granting of the proposed variance is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan;
2. That granting of the proposed variance will not result in creating or continuing a use which is not compatible with adjacent uses in the area;
3. That granting of the proposed variance is the minimum action available to permit reasonable use of the property;
4. That the physical characteristics of the subject site are unique and not present on adjacent sites; and
5. That the circumstances creating the need for the variance are not the result of actions by the applicant, actions proposed by the applicant or actions by the previous property owner(s).
6. That granting of the proposed variance(s) will not cause substantial detriment to the public welfare or impair the purposes and intent of the Land Development Code.
Explanation of hardship by applicant: "Lot size needs to be 75 ft x 115 ft; we are off by maybe a half foot"
1. Will granting the proposed variance result in a conflict with the Comprehensive Plan?
a. Staff's response: After review, Staff has determined that granting the variance would result in a conflict with the Comprehensive Plan.
i. Objective 1.5 Future Land Use Compatibility. Ensure future development must be consistent with the adopted Future Land Use Map and existing incompatible uses shall not be allowed to expand and shall be eliminated, when feasible. [9J-5.006 (3)(b)3., F.A.C.]
ii. Future Land Use Policy 1.5.7: Maintaining Site Design Requirements and Subdivision Regulations. The City shall maintain site design requirements and subdivision regulations in the Land Development Code, which adequately address the impacts of new development on adjacent properties in all land use categories and zoning districts. [9J-5.006 (3)(c)1. and (3)(c)2., F.A.C.].
This criterion has not been met.
2. Will the granting of the proposed variance result in creating or continuing a use which is not compatible with adjacent uses in the area?
a. Applicant's Response: "No."
b. Staff's response: No, granting the variance will not result in creating or continuing a use which is not compatible with adjacent uses.
i. The following neighborhood properties currently have duplexes on non-conforming lots within the City limits of Edgewater.
1. 1958 Fern Palm Drive
2. 1960 Fern Palm Drive
3. 2020 India Palm Drive
4. 2022 Ind