Planning Commission

# ABBREVIATED MINUTES

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

# March 20, 2024

The Planning Commission met in the City of Bradenton Council Chambers, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, Florida at 2:00 p.m.

## PRESENT

Planning Commission Members: Ben Bakker-Chair, Darin Autrey-Vice Chair, Michael Jones, Michael Neal, Kurt Landefeld, Richard Whetstone, Keith Green-Alternate. City Staff: Scott Rudacille-City Attorney, Robin Singer-Planning and Community Development Director, Greg DeLong-Asst. Director, Planning and Community Development, Jamie Schindewolf-Sr. Planner, Monica Friedl-City Planner, Lori Brunner-Planning and Community Development Administrative Assistant.

## REGULAR MEETING

1. Meeting was called to order by the Planning Commission Chair, Ben Bakker at 2:03 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Motion to approve the February 21, 2024 Meeting Minutes by Commissioner Autrey, and seconded by Commissioner Green. Motion passed unanimously.

## PUBLIC COMMENT

No speakers came forward to speak on non-agenda items.

## AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Variance Application, Case VA.24.0151: Review and approval of Final Order from the February 21, 2024 meeting.

Staff Recommendation: Monica Friedl spoke on behalf of the City. She stated that the amendment to the stipulations have been updated concerning the pervious pavers.

Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition.

Public Hearing was closed.

Motion: Commissioner Autrey motioned to approve. Commissioner Landefeld seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.

2. Ordinance 4025, Case LU.23.4560: An ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; changing zoning from T4-R (General Urban Restricted) to T4-O (General Urban Open) for properties located at 910 Riverside Drive East, 111 10th Street East, 1008 Riverside Drive East, 1010 Riverside Drive East and 1020 Riverside Drive East (Parcel ID Numbers 3219300005, 3210500359, 3210500309, 321240000, and

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3210500409); and more particularly described herein; providing for applicability, providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. Case was previously heard at the February 21, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.

3. Ordinance 4026, Case LU.23.4561: An ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; changing zoning from T4-O (General Urban Open) to T5 (Urban Center) for properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, and 3137500009); removing properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, 301 9th Street East, 201 9th Street East, 825 3rd Avenue East, 108 8th Street East, 106 8th Street East, 807 3rd Avenue East; and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, 3218500001, 3217800006, 3135800005, 3139200004, 3140300009, 3137500009 and 3138800002) from the Antiques Overlay District; providing for applicability; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. Case was previously heard at the February 21, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.

Staff Recommendation: Jamie Schindewolf spoke on behalf of the City. She stated that this is the same case heard a month ago. She stated that there have been no changes; an advertising error was made and an address was left out of the original advertisement. And also, 2 emails were received in reference to this case (copies were passed out to the Board).

Applicant: Margaret Tusing, ZNS Engineering, 1023 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL, did not have a presentation; she asked Commissioner Neal if he would like more information since he was not in attendance at the last meeting.

City Attorney, Scott Rudacille, clarified that this discussion concerns both items B and C. Ms. Schindewolf stated that no additional information was received on item C.

Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. Paul Grivas, 106 9th St. E., Bradenton, FL, showed a map and pointed out an exit ramp to the East which will be used for an exit from the property. He discussed his concern about traffic in the area and the changes which may occur. He then mentioned that the lots on the property are in the T5 zone and could be 20 stories. This could create safety issues.

Public Hearing was closed.

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Applicant: Margaret Tusing, ZNS Engineering, stated that the maximum height is 12 stories, not 20, if all provisions of the Form Based Code are met.

Motion: Commissioner Green motioned to approve LU.23.4560. Commissioner Autrey seconded. Motion passed 6 to 1.

Motion: Commissioner Neal motioned to approve LU.23.4561. Commissioner Green seconded. Motion passed 6 to 1.

4. Variance Application, Case VA.24.0402: Request filed by Greg Cameron, agent for Clover Cortez, LLC; for a variance to increase the allowable square footage of a shopping center sign to be placed along 59th Street West, for property located at 5584 Cortez Road West (Parcel ID Number 5111120159) in the SCC (Suburban Commercial Corridor) zoning district.

Staff Recommendation: Monica Friedl spoke on behalf of the City. She stated that based on the findings of fact, a stipulation concerning landscaping was added.

Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition.

Public Hearing was closed.

Motion: Commissioner Green motioned to approve. Commissioner Whetstone seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Items 5, 6, and 7 will be continued on the May 15th, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting.

Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition.

Public Hearing was closed.

Motion: Commissioner Autrey motioned to approve the continuation of Case CP.24.0363, Case CP.24.0364, and Case CP.LU.24.0361 to the May 15th, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Landefeld seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

## Director’s Report:

Robin Singer updated the Board on the Visioning Process and asked that Survey’s be passed out. She stated that they will be more aggressive in the next month with the Survey to get as much feedback as possible.

Agenda

AGENDA

BRADENTON PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024

101 OLD MAIN STREET, BRADENTON, FL 34205

1.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.

ROLL CALL

4.

APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

a)

Planning & Community Development :

Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2024.

Draft Meeting Minutes - February 21, 2024.pdf

5.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Anyone wishing to address the Planning Commission on any non-agenda item should complete a comment slip and submit it to the Clerk.

6.

AGENDA ITEMS

a)

Planning & Community Development :

Variance Application, Case VA.24.0151.

Review and approval of Final Order from the February 21, 2024, meeting.

Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order Memo.pdf

Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order .pdf

b)

Planning & Community Development :

Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4025, Case LU.23.4560:

An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; Changing zoning from T4-R, General Urban Restricted to T4-O, General Urban Open, for properties located at 910 Riverside Drive East, 111 10th Street East, 1008 Riverside Drive East, 1010 Riverside Drive East, and 1020 Riverside Drive East (Parcel ID Numbers 3219300005, 3210500359, 3210500309, 3212400000, and 3210500409); and more particularly described herein; providing for applicability, providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. This case was previously heard on February 21, 2024.

Application - Case LU.23.4560.pdf

Staff Report - Case LU.23.4560.pdf

c)

Planning & Community Development :

Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4026, Case LU.23.4561:

An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; changing zoning from T4-O, General Urban Open to T5, Urban Center, for properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, and 3137500009); removing properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, 301 9th Street East, 201 9th Street East, 825 3rd Avenue East, 108 8th Street East, 106 8th Street East, 807 3rd Avenue East; and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, 3218500001, 3217800006, 3135800005, 3139200004, 3140300009, 3137500009 and 3138800002) from the Antiques Overlay District; providing for applicability; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. This case was previously heard on February 21, 2024.

Application - Case LU.23.4561.pdf

Antiques Overlay District Removal Request - Case LU.23.4561.pdf

AGENDA BRADENTON PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024 101 OLD MAIN STREET, BRADENTON, FL 34205 1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES a) Planning & Community Development: Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2024. Draft Meeting Minutes - February 21, 2024.pdf 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Anyone wishing to address the Planning Commission on any non-agenda item should complete a comment slip and submit it to the Clerk. 6. AGENDA ITEMS a) Planning & Community Development: Variance Application, Case VA.24.0151. Review and approval of Final Order from the February 21, 2024, meeting. Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order Memo.pdf Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order .pdf b) Planning & Community Development: Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4025, Case LU.23.4560: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; Changing zoning from T4-R, General Urban Restricted to T4-O, General Urban Open, for properties located at 910 Riverside Drive East, 111 10th Street East, 1008 Riverside Drive East, 1010 Riverside Drive East, and 1020 Riverside Drive East (Parcel ID Numbers 3219300005, 3210500359, 3210500309, 3212400000, and 3210500409); and more particularly described herein; providing for applicability, providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. This case was previously heard on February 21, 2024. Application - Case LU.23.4560.pdf Staff Report - Case LU.23.4560.pdf 1

c) Planning & Community Development: Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4026, Case LU.23.4561: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; changing zoning from T4-O, General Urban Open to T5, Urban Center, for properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, and 3137500009); removing properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, 301 9th Street East, 201 9th Street East, 825 3rd Avenue East, 108 8th Street East, 106 8th Street East, 807 3rd Avenue East; and 402 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, 3218500001, 3217800006, 3135800005, 3139200004, 3140300009, 3137500009 and 3138800002) from the Antiques Overlay District; providing for applicability; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC. This case was previously heard on February 21, 2024. Application - Case LU.23.4561.pdf Antiques Overlay District Removal Request - Case LU.23.4561.pdf Staff Report - Case LU.23.4561.pdf d) Planning & Community Development: Variance Application, Case VA.24.0402: Request filed by Greg Cameron, agent for Clover Cortez, LLC, for a variance to increase the maximum allowed sign area for a Shopping Center sign for the property located 5584 Cortez Road West (Parcel ID Number 5111120159) in the SCC (Suburban Commercial Corridor) zoning district. Application - Case VA.24.0402.pdf Staff Report - Case VA.24.0402.pdf Final Order - Case VA.24.0402.pdf 2

e) Planning & Community Development: Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment, Ordinance 4035, Case CP.24.0363: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, amending Policy 1.5.2, Hurricane and Evacuation Zone, of the Future Land Use Element of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Objective 5.3, Coastal Area Development, Policy 5.3.1, Coastal High Hazard Area, Policy 5.3.2, Conservation Zone, and Policy 5.3.4, Funding Priority, of the Coastal Management and Conservation Element of the City’s Comprehensive Plan to allow the City to consider requests that increase the density of properties located within the Coastal High Hazard Area; providing for applicability; providing for repeal of ordinances in conflict; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Application filed by Katie LaBarr of Stantec, agent for Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc. f) Planning & Community Development: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment, Ordinance 4036, Case CP.24.0364: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map; changing the Future Land Use designation from RESHIGH (High Density Residential) to UCBD (Urban Central Business District) for lands totaling approximately 15.9 acres and generally located on the peninsula north of Manatee Avenue West, west of 15th Street West and east of Wares Creek (Parcel ID Numbers 3346800000, 3346600004, 3373700008, 3373500002, 3373300007, 3352500109, 3337900059, 3340600158, 3338800000, 3339000006, 3339500109, 3340910052, and 3335100059) and more particularly described herein; providing for applicability; providing for repeal of ordinances in conflict; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Application filed by Katie LaBarr of Stantec, agent for Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc. g) Planning & Community Development: Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4037, Case LU.24.0361: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas changing zoning from T4-O (General Urban Open Transect District) and T4-R (General Urban Restricted Transect District) to T5 (General Urban Center Transect District) for lands totaling approximately 15.9 acres and generally located on the peninsula north of Manatee Avenue West, west of 15th Street West and east of Wares Creek (Parcel ID Numbers 3346800000, 3346600004, 3373700008, 3373500002, 3373300007, 3352500109, 3337900059, 3340600158, 3338800000, 3339000006, 3339500109, 3340910052, and 3335100059) and more particularly described herein; providing for applicability; providing for repeal of ordinances in conflict; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Application filed by Katie LaBarr of Stantec, agent for Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc. 3

7. DISCUSSION ITEMS 8. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 9. ADJOURN All interested persons and parties may appear either in person and be heard or submit written comments regarding the above matter to the Planning and Community Development Director and they will be heard and considered. The hearing may be continued from time to time as necessary. Copies of the application or further information may be obtained from the Department of Planning and Community Development, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, Florida, 34205, or by calling (941) 932-9407. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: The City of Bradenton prohibits discrimination in all of its services, programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, national origin, religion, genetic information or marital status. Persons with a disability needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in, or who require assistance or an alternative means for communication of program information such as Braille, large print, etc., should contact as soon as possible, but at least 48 hours in advance: City of Bradenton ADA/Title VI Coordinator 101 Old Main Street Bradenton, FL 34205 ADACoordinator@cityofbradenton.com 941-932-9470 TTY: 7-1-1 or 1-800-955-8771 La ciudad de Bradenton proveera servicio de interprete a las personas quienes su primer lenguage no es el ingles. Si necesita estos servicios, usted o su representante puede comunicar al ADA/Title VI Coordinator, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34205. Tambien puede llamar al (941) 932-9470 o enviar correo electronico a ADACoordinator@cityofbradenton.com 4

AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.a Item Cover Page DATE: March 20, 2024 SUBMITTED BY: Greg DeLong, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES SUBJECT: Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2024. SUGGESTED ACTION: Approval as submitted. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasijudicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? Yes EXPLANATION: Review and approval of the meeting minutes from the February 21, 2024, meeting. ATTORNEY REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: Motion to approve the meeting minutes of February 21, 2024, as submitted. ATTACHMENTS: Draft Meeting Minutes - February 21, 2024.pdf 5

City of Bradenton, FL February 21, 2024 ABBREVIATED MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING February 21, 2024 The Planning Commission met in the City of Bradenton Council Chambers, 101 Old Main Street, Bradenton, Florida at 2:00 p.m. PRESENT Planning Commission Members: Ben Bakker-Chair, Darin Autrey-Vice Chair, Michael Jones, Michael Neal, Kurt Landefeld, Richard Whetstone, Keith Green-Alternate. City Staff: Scott Rudacille-City Attorney, Robin Singer-Planning and Community Development Director, Greg DeLong-Asst. Director, Planning and Community Development, Jamie Schindewolf-Sr. Planner, Monica Friedl-City Planner, Lori Brunner- Planning and Community Development Administrative Assistant. REGULAR MEETING 1. Meeting was called to order by the Planning Commission Chair, Ben Bakker at 1:59 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Mayor Gene Brown thanked the Planning Commissioners and stated that he appreciates everything that they do. 4. Motion to approve the January 17, 2024 Meeting Minutes by Commissioner Whetstone, and seconded by Commissioner Green. Motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT No speakers came forward to speak on non-agenda items. AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Variance Application: Case VA.23.5138: Review and approval of Final Order from the January 17, 2024 meeting. Staff Recommendation: Jamie Schindewolf spoke on behalf of the City. She stated that this is a final order and just needs action by the Planning Commission. Motion: Commissioner Green motioned to approve. Commissioner Whetstone seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 2. Right-of-Way Vacation Application: Ordinance 4033, Case RV.24.0120: Request filed by the City of Bradenton, for a right-of-way vacation for a portion of a 16-ft. alley located north of 2229 Manatee Avenue East (Parcel ID Number 1319900109) in the UCC (Urban Commercial Corridor) zoning district. Staff Recommendation: Greg DeLong spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends approval with no stipulations. 6

City of Bradenton, FL February 21, 2024 Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. Ken Harrington, 2214 3rd Ave. E., Bradenton, FL, stated that his property borders this right-of-way. He discussed access to other right-of-ways. Thomas Shumard, 231 22nd St. E., Bradenton, FL, is a neighbor of this property for 18 years. He spoke about the new fire station, traffic flow, lighting, and the neighborhood. Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Commissioner Autrey motioned to approve. Commissioner Landefeld seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 3. Variance Application, Case VA.24.0151: Request filed by Jennifer Vilone, agent for Kathleen Holewa, for a variance to increase the allowable impervious coverage calculation for property located at 2114 Grand Flora Trail (Parcel ID Number 1383505009) in the R-1 (Low Density, Single Family) zoning district Staff Recommendation: Monica Friedl spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends denial based on conditions. The Commission discussed pervious pavers and structures. Applicant: Jason Zavala, owner of Sunscape Pools, 13112 Sweetwater Way, Bradenton, FL, spoke on behalf of the applicant. His company will be using pervious pavers and this fits into the 50% rule, as discussed. Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition. Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Commissioner Autrey motioned to approved with the stipulation that pervious pavers are used for water flow and the applicant supplies data. Commissioner Green seconded. Motion passed 5 to 1. 4. Special Use Permit, Resolution 24-20, Case SU.24.0223: Request file by Robert Woodring, agent for owner CBR Holdings LLC, for a Special Use Permit to allow for a Lounge and Indoor Amusement Center (pinball and video games) at property located at 412 12th Street West (Parcel ID Number 3319300004) in the T5 (Urban Center Transect District) zoning district. Staff Recommendation: Greg DeLong spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends approval. Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition. 7

City of Bradenton, FL February 21, 2024 Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Commissioner Autrey motioned to approve. Commissioner Landefeld seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 5. Variance Application, Case VA.23.4895: Request filed by Randy Goodfred, agent for Universal Health Services Inc. and Jakalyse Inc., for variances to increase the number of permitted wall signs, allow monument signs visible from 75th Street West in excess of the code allowance for number of signs, allow for an increase in the overall size of the sign and the percentage of changeable copy permitted on a new monument sign along 75th Street West, and allow a new pole sign in excess of the allowable square footage along Manatee Avenue West; for properties located at 633 75th Street West and 7481 Manatee Avenue West (Parcel ID Numbers 3899400559 and 3899400609) in the SCC (Suburban Commercial Corridor) zoning district. Staff Recommendation: Monica Friedl spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends denial based on criteria. Applicant: Joshua (inaudible), Manatee Memorial Hospital, 26 2nd St., Bradenton, FL, spoke about the ease of access for this new location of this E.R. Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or in opposition. Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Commissioner Green motioned to approve. Commissioner Autrey seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 6. Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4025, Case LU.23.4560: Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC, for a zoning atlas amendment to rezone properties located at 910 Riverside Drive East, 111 10th Street East, 1008 Riverside Drive East, 1010 Riverside Drive East and 1020 Riverside Drive East (Parcel ID Numbers 3219300005, 3210500359, 3210500309, 3212400000, and 3210500409) from T4-R (General Urban Restricted) to the T4-O (General Urban Open) zoning district. Staff Recommendation: Jamie Schindewolf spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends approval. Applicant: Margaret Tusing, ZNS Engineering, 1023 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL, showed Power Point presentation and stated that this is consistent with the area. Also, Forrest Cypret, 5117 (inaudible) Ave., Sarasota, FL, discussed questions from Commissioner Green about a Daiquiri Deck and the location of the restaurant. He has spoken to the neighbors and will work with them. He feels that this restaurant is a great asset to the area. 8

City of Bradenton, FL February 21, 2024 Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. Carey Newton, Home Improvements by Carey LLC, 112 10th St. E., Bradenton, FL, sent an email to staff opposing the change in the zoning. Her email stated that she is concerned about growth, infrastructure, and traffic. It stated that she is also concerned about property values and the benefits of the builders. Dale Ward, 819 3rd Ave. E., Bradenton, FL, is opposed to the change in zoning. He feels that residents would rather see more houses. Kendall McDonald, 1002 Riverside Dr. E., Bradenton, FL, is opposed to the rezoning. His home is directly next to where the 6 stories will be. The neighbors are surrounded by 3 story buildings. He is also concerned about a Daiquiri Deck being so close to a park and Riverwalk. Currently there is low traffic in the area. Paul Grivas, 106 9th St. E., Bradenton, FL, is opposed to the change. He stated that he had not received notice of this change. He is concerned about the traffic and the on- street parking. Public Hearing was closed. Applicant: Forrest Cypret stated that his restaurants serve more food than alcohol, and this will be a family environment. Motion: Commissioner Green motioned to approve. Commissioner Autrey seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 7. Zoning Atlas Amendment, Ordinance 4026, Case LU.23.4561: Request filed by Margaret Tusing of ZNS Engineering; agent for owner MRW Associates, LLC, for a zoning atlas amendment to rezone properties located at 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, and 304 9th Street East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, and 3136200007) from T4- O (General Urban Open) to the T5 (Urban Core) zoning district. The applicant is also requesting to remove 214 9th Street East, 208 9th Street East, 112 9th Street East, 110 9th Street East, 108 9th Street East, 406 9th Street East, 304 9th Street East, 301 9th Street East, 201 9th Street East, 825 3rd Avenue East, 108 8th Street East, 106 8th Street East, and 807 3rd Avenue East (Parcel ID Numbers 3134700008, 3134800006, 3134900004, 3135000002, 3135100000, 3137900001, 3136200007, 3218500001, 321800006, 3135800005, 3139200004, 3140300009, and 3138800002) from the Antiques Overlay District. Staff Recommendation: Jamie Schindewolf spoke on behalf of the City. Staff recommends approval. Applicant: Margaret Tusing, ZNS Engineering, 1023 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL, discussed the rezoning and the changes that are being requested. Also, applicant Forrest Cypret was available for questions. Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing. 9

City of Bradenton, FL February 21, 2024 Carl Callahan, 114 25th St. W., Bradenton, FL, discussed the district, the area, and the uses. He brought up the intent of the Land Use Regulations. Paul Grivas, 106 9th St. E., Bradenton, FL, stated that he was not notified of these requests. He lives adjacent to the property and does not feel that the sewer system can handle the extra hotels, units, etc. He also spoke about traffic and roads. He is opposed. Dale Ward, 819 3rd Ave. E., Bradenton, FL, is opposed. His house is in the middle of this development. Thomas Shumard, 231 22nd St. E., Bradenton, FL, is opposed to the development. He spoke about sewage, water, and the street being torn up. Public Hearing was closed. Applicant: Margaret Tusing, ZNS Engineering, 1023 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL, stated that the Land Use Regulations already allowed the number of units, etc. They will work with the neighbors. Also, applicant Forrest Cypret stated that signs were posted throughout the neighborhood. Motion: Commissioner Landefeld motioned to approve. Commissioner Green seconded. Motion passed 5 to 1. Director’s Report: Greg DeLong discussed Volunteer Board Policies and a mandatory training that will take place on March 11th, 2024 at 2:00 in Council Chambers. It will be partly about City emails. One of the long-term goals is to use Granicas. Robin Singer added that Commissioners download agendas on iPads and see them on- line. Mr. DeLong gave an update on meetings. Ms. Singer spoke about the Visioning Process. Staff has been at the Saturday Market and along Riverwalk passing out post cards and flyers. She discussed future meetings for the Visioning Process. There will also be an on-line survey. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 3:57 p.m. Ben Bakker, Chair NOTE: This is not a verbatim record. An audio recording of the meeting is available for a fee upon request. 10

AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.a Item Cover Page DATE: March 20, 2024 SUBMITTED BY: Monica Friedl, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Miscellaneous AGENDA SECTION: AGENDA ITEMS SUBJECT: Variance Application, Case VA.24.0151. Review and approval of Final Order from the February 21, 2024, meeting. SUGGESTED ACTION: Move to approval of Final Order for VA.24.0151. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasijudicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? Yes EXPLANATION: On February 21, 2024, Planning Commission voted to approve VA.24.0151 with stipulations. This item brings the Final Order reflecting this action before the Commission for a final vote. FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A ATTORNEY REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: Reviewed by City Attorney Rudacille. SUGGESTED MOTION: Approve of Final Order for VA.24.0151. ATTACHMENTS: Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order Memo.pdf Case VA.24.0151 - Final Order .pdf 11

Phone: (941) 932-9400 101 Old Main Street Bradenton, FL 34205 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT To: Planning Commission From: Monica Friedl, City Planner Date: March 20, 2024 Re: Final Order for VA.24.0151 On February 21, 2024, the City of Bradenton Planning Commission heard case number VA.24.0151, variance request regarding increasing the maximum allowed impervious coverage for the R-1 zoning district for the home located at 2114 Grand Flora Trail. The Planning Commission moved to approve this variance with stipulations. The Final Order has been prepared to reflect this action by the Planning Commission. 12

4637258v2 FINAL ORDER VARIANCE NO. VA.24.0151 FINAL ORDER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF BRADENTON APPROVING VARIANCE NO. VA.24.0151 TO ALLOW FOR AN INCREASE IN IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE CALCULATION FOR A PROPOSED POOL, SPA AND DECK ADDITION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2114 GRAND FLORA TRAIL, BRADENTON, FL 34208 (PARCEL ID 1383505009), AS MORE PARTICULARY DESCRIBED HEREIN. WHEREAS, Kathleen Holewa (“Property Owner”) owns the property located at 2114 Grand Flora Trail, Bradenton, FL., more particularly described in Exhibit “A” (the “Property”), and submitted an application for a variance to increase the allowed impervious surface coverage from 50% to 66% due to the construction of a pool, deck and pad for mechanical equipment, shown on the site plan attached as Exhibit “B”; and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Element designates the Property as RESLOW (Low Density Residential); and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Official Zoning Map classifies the Property as R-1 (Low Density, Single Family); WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Land Use Regulations, Schedule 3.2.2.1, provides standards regarding Area and Dimensional requirements for impervious lot coverage, which allows for a maximum of 50% impervious surface coverage in the R-1 district; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing on February 21, 2024, at which the Commission received testimony and evidence from the applicant, City Planning staff, and members of the public in attendance. NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission makes the following Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and issues the Final Order as follows: Section 1. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law. After considering the evidence on the record and that presented at public hearing, including the staff report, the Planning Commission hereby makes the following Findings of Fact: a. The Whereas clauses contained herein are hereby adopted as Findings of Fact. b. The Property Owner is requesting approval of a variance to allow for an increased maximum impervious coverage of 66%. 13

4637258v2 c. The proposed variance meets Section 2.2.8.1 of the Land Use Regulations, as further described below. 1. The need for the Dimensional Variance was not created by the applicant's or previous owner's action, such as improper lot division, in violation of these LURs or previously effective land use regulations 2. Strict application of the provisions of these LURs would deprive the applicant of a reasonable use of his property, cause him unne