Agenda Item: 10(d)
Prepared By: Daniel J. Smith, AICP, Director
Business: Resolution
Department: Growth Management
Subject:
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RESOLUTION - A Variance Petition request (VP-20-000102) for a zero setback for a dock located at 1148 Edington Place, Marco Island, FL 34145.
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BACKGROUND:
The petitioners are asking for a 12-foot special permit (somewhat similar to a variance) to the required riparian setback (Sect. 54-111.(b)(1)) on the North end of their property along the waterfront for their dock having a 42-foot maximum size boat to have a zero-lot line setback. In conjunction with this request, the adjacent neighbor to the north is asking for the same setback for their dock and will also be considered at this meeting.
FUNDING SOURCE / FISCAL IMPACT:
Applicant has paid $2,000.00 in applicable fees.
RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the criteria listed in Section 54-115 (f), Staff finds it difficult to offer a recommendation of approval. Staff understands that there is a demand for larger boats, however, 80-foot lots do have limitations. Therefore, Staff is offering a recommendation of denial based on the below findings:
Findings for Denial:
1. There does not appear to be any special conditions related to the property or waterway.
2. The vessel will exceed 50% of the length of the water frontage.
3. This request is to have zero setback which will infringe upon the adjacent property and future owners to the north.
Should the Planning Board approve the requested variance, Staff recommends the Planning Board create findings of approval and add the below conditions:
Conditions of Approval:
(1) The Owner/Developer/Petitioner is required to re-submit construction documents to the City's Building Department for review and approval prior to the commencement of development.
(2) The Owner/Developer/Petitioner is responsible for any private deed restriction approvals with Marco Island Civic Association.
(3) That issuance of this approval by the Cit...
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