Community Development Department Rezone Application #1783 Parcel ID No RPOF-0031

Community Development Department Location/Aerial Map Aerial courtesy of England Thims & Miller, Inc. Southeast corner of Palm Coast Parkway & Old Kings Road

Community Development Department Zoning Map: Existing Zoning Map: Proposed

Community Development Department FLUM: Existing FLUM: Proposed

Community Development Department Zoning Request Summary Parcel 1 Existing Zoning: Proposed Zoning: General Office (OFC-2) General Commercial (COM-2) Acreage: Proposed Revised Acreage: > 3.15 (3.23) (+.29 acres) (+.37) FLUM (Existing) FLUM (Proposed) Mixed Use Mixed Use Parcel 2 Existing Zoning: Proposed Zoning: Single Family Res. Preservation (PRS) (SFR-3) General Commercial (COM-2) Acreage Proposed Revised Acreage 2.75 Preservation (2.37) General Commercial -.29 (.37) FLUM (Existing) FLUM (Proposed) Residential Greenbelt Aerial courtesy of England Thims & Miller, Inc.

Community Development Department PLDRB: Rezoning Review Criteria Per LDC Chap. II, Section A. The proposed development must not be in conflict with or contrary to the public interest; Staff Finding: 1.Single Family (SFR-3) to Preservation (PRS); 2.46 acres: The proposed rezoning from Single Family Residential (SFR-3) to Preservation (PRS) is not in conflict with, or contrary to, the public interest. On the contrary, rezoning of the area designated single family residential to Preservation and in conjunction with the FLUM designation change from Residential to Greenbelt, significantly reduces the intensity of any potential development and assures that the area will remain open space. 2. General Office (OFC-2) to General Commercial (COM-2); 3.15 acres: The proposed rezoning from General Office (OFC-2) to General Commercial (COM-2) in concert with the accompanying rezoning request is not in conflict with, or contrary to, the public interest. The proposed zoning is: a. consistent with zoning for properties of similar characteristics (i.e. well situated along a major corridor. b. consistent with the desired location objectives specific to commercial development per the Comprehensive Plan (Policy (b) c. Consistent with Policy (B); Large-scale, high intensity commercial projects shall be concentrated at intersections of the following arterials….Notes Palm Coast Parkway and Old Kings Road.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. B. The proposed development must be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the provisions of this LDC; Staff Finding: The request is consistent with the following objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan: Chapter 1- Future Land Use Element Goal 1.1 – Preserve the character of residential communities, prevent urban sprawl and protect open space and environmental resources, while providing a mix of land uses, housing types, services and job opportunities in mixed use centers and corridors located in specifically designated areas throughout the City. Objective – Future Land Use Map Designations and Zoning Districts The City’s Future Land Use Map (FLUM) shall provide areas for mixed use development in identified commercial centers and corridors while maintaining the established suburban residential development pattern in single family areas and protecting the community’s environmental resources.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. Objective – Preservation of Natural Resources and Open Space Identify, protect, promote and preserve greenways, open spaces, and other identified natural resources through a variety of mechanisms. FINDING: Some identifiable sites are as follows: B. Potential Open Space 2. Reserve Parcels throughout City Policy – The City shall support greenway and trail linkages between public and private resources, schools, parks, residential and commercial developments, as appropriate. The City will encourage private property owners to provide public access easements in selected locations. Policy (B) Large-scale, high intensity commercial projects shall be concentrated at intersections of the following arterials….Notes Palm Coast Parkway and Old Kings Road. Objective 1.4.2– Create Employment Centers and Jobs Encourage the development of employment centers within close proximity to housing and transportation corridors to maximize accessibility, convenience for residents, and to improve the economic climate.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. Objective – Interconnectivity Develop a linked open space plan that incorporates existing park sites, conservation areas, and natural resources into a network of greenways and trails. C. The proposed development must not impose a significant financial liability or hardship for the City; Staff Findings: On the contrary, the rezoning and planned future redevelopment of the property should maintain and/or realize an increased positive stream of revenue and expansion of the tax base. D. The proposed development must not create an unreasonable hazard, or nuisance, or constitute a threat to the general health, welfare, or safety of the City’s inhabitants; Staff Finding: The rezoning will not create an unreasonable hazard, or nuisance, or constitute a threat to the general health, welfare, or safety of the City’s inhabitants. Future development of the site must demonstrate compliance with the performance standards contained in Unified Land Development Code (ULDC). The proposed Preservation (PRS) zoning district adjacent to the existing residential uses ensures that the integrity of the residential area is maintained and more than adequately shielded.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section E. The proposed development must comply with all other applicable local, state and federal laws, statutes, ordinances, regulations, or codes; Staff Finding: The rezoning request should not affect any requirements imposed by Federal, State or local government. Prior to construction, all necessary permits from applicable federal, state agencies and local government will be obtained.

Community Development Department PLDRB: Rezoning Review Criteria Per LDC Chap. II, Section A. Whether it is consistent with all adopted elements of the Comprehensive Plan and whether it furthers the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan; Staff Finding: As noted previously in the analysis prepared as per Land Development Code requirements Chapter 2, Part II, Section of this staff report, the requested rezoning is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan elements, and their goals, objectives and policies. B. Its impact upon the environment and natural resources; Staff Finding: No significant impacts to the environment or natural resources are anticipated. Development impacts can be addressed through the specific standards of the Land Development Code and regional and State agency permitting agencies as required. The proposed zoning will provide additional protection to one of the subject properties by imposing a more restrictive zoning category.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. C. Its impact on the economy of any affected area; Staff Finding: The proposed redevelopment of the property is an economic development opportunity that not only sustains the on-going presence of current business uses, but enables other business opportunities that could not otherwise occur. D. Its impact upon necessary governmental services such as schools, sewage disposal, potable water, drainage, fire and police protection, solid waste, or transportation; Staff Finding: The rezoning request will not have an appreciable effect on the above listed services as the subject properties are located within an existing developed area and the proposed uses are existing functioning entities. One of the subject properties (Preservation), in fact, precludes development impacts that potentially could occur.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. E.Any changes in circumstances or conditions affecting the area; Staff Finding: Yes, the change in the Official Zoning Map will assure an existing open space corridor will remain intact. Additionally, the requested Preservation zoning for one of the subject properties secures an expanded “buffer” from proximate existing single family residential area thus, reinforcing that the quality of the residential areas are not affected negatively. F. Compatibility with proximate uses and development patterns, including impacts to the health, safety, and welfare of surrounding residents; Staff Finding: The nature of the rezoning requests is such that negative impacts to health, safety, and welfare are not anticipated. Surrounding zoning, development patterns, land use, and consistency with the Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan have been analyzed. Staff finds the proposed rezoning classifications consistent and compatible with proximate uses and patterns of development. Additionally, applicable development standards of the Land Development Code were reviewed and determined to be more than sufficient to ensure that the developable portion of the rezoned area affecting health, safety, and welfare of surrounding residents are not compromised.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. G. Whether it accomplishes a legitimate public purpose Staff Finding: Yes, the rezoning furthers the following Goals, Objectives and Policies contained in the City of Palm Coast 2020 Comprehensive Plan: Chapter 1- Future Land Use Element Goal 1.1 – Preserve the character of residential communities, prevent urban sprawl and protect open space and environmental resources, while maintaining opportunities in mixed use centers and corridors located in specifically designated areas throughout the City. Objective – Future Land Use Map Designations and Zoning Districts The City’s Future Land Use Map (FLUM) shall provide areas for mixed use development in identified commercial centers and corridors while maintaining the established suburban residential development pattern in single family areas and protecting the community’s environmental resources.

Community Development Department Rezoning Review Criteria Section Con’t. Objective – Preservation of Natural Resources and Open Space Identify, protect, promote and preserve greenways, open spaces, and other identified natural resources through a variety of mechanisms. FINDING: Some identifiable sites are as follows: B. Potential open space: 1. Longs Creek 2. Reserve Parcels throughout City

Community Development Department RECOMMENDATION CURRENT Staff recommends approval of Application #1783. The Planning and Land Development Regulation Board recommends that the City Council approve the proposed rezoning of 2.86 acres from General Office (OFC-2) to General Commercial (COM-2),.29 acres of Single Family Residential (SFR-3) to General Commercial (COM-2) and 2.46 acres from Single Family Residential (SFR-3) to Preservation (PRS) based on the findings of fact, as presented. AMENDED Staff recommends approval of Application #1783. The Planning and Land Development Regulation Board recommends that the City Council approve the proposed rezoning of 2.86 acres from General Office (OFC-2) to General Commercial (COM-2),.37 acres of Single Family Residential (SFR-3) to General Commercial (COM-2) and 2.38 acres from Single Family Residential (SFR-3) to Preservation (PRS) based on the findings of fact, as presented.

Community Development Department Revised Property Boundary Residential Area Current Proposed Existing Boundary Line Total Site Area – 2.75 acres Residential to Greenbelt ac. Residential to Mixed Use -.29 ac. Limited perimeter landscape area/no wall Amended Proposed Original Proposed Boundary Line Total Site Area – 2.75 acres Residential to Greenbelt ac. Residential to Mixed Use -.37 ac. Expanded landscape area/ with wall