Planning Commission Meeting

# ABBREVIATED MINUTES

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

# June 18, 2025

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, Keith Green-Vice Chair, Michael Neal, Michael Jones, Richard Whetstone, Darin Autrey, Jason "JB" Taylor. City Staff: Scott Rudacille-City Attorney, Robin Singer-Planning and Community Development Director, Greg DeLong-Planning and Community Development Assistant Director, Jamie Schindewolf-Senior Planner, Brandon Wink-City Planner, Corey Holycross-City Planner, Lori Brunner-Planning and Community Development Administrative Assistant, Dawn Jani-Public Works Engineering, Chris Melser-BFD Fire Marshal.

## 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 May 21, 2025, Meeting Minutes by Commissioner Taylor, and seconded by Commissioner Green. Commissioner Autrey abstained.

## PUBLIC COMMENT

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

Chair Ben Bakker asked if the Commissioners had any ex parte communication with any of the applications on today’s agenda. There were none.

## AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP-25-0011: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 412 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3319300004) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Edgardo Pantoja (agent) for CBR Holdings, LLC (owner).

Staff: Corey Holycross presented the case and showed maps. He stated that there was an error in the application; there will be 3 tables and 10 chairs instead of 2 tables and 8 chairs. This has been corrected.

Applicant: Edgardo Pantoja, 1237 Riverscape Street, Bradenton, showed a picture of the furniture that will be placed on the sidewalk, at the request of Commissioner Taylor.

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Mr. Holycross discussed the designation of the Form Based Code and stated that it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, as well as the Land Use Regulations. It is staff’s opinion that the proposal meets the required criteria and conditions.

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

Public Hearing was closed.

Motion: Commissioner Taylor motioned to approve, and Commissioner Green seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

## 2\. Resolution 25-62, Case PLN-SUP-25-0012:

Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a Club (Event Center); to be located at 512 25th Street West (Parcel ID 3443200005) in the UV (Urban Village) zoning district. Application filed by Travis Carlson (owner).

Staff: Brandon Wink presented the case. He showed a map and discussed the history of the Event Center, then went over the summary of the proposed request.

Applicant: Travis Carlson, 7907 17th Avenue NW, Bradenton, passed out a handout and explained the history of his family and the need for this business. He also gave a history of the events at this location and how it has evolved into what it is currently. Mr. Carlson then discussed the parking issue.

The Board discussed parking and outdoor activities included in the business. Noise issues were brought up and discussed.

Dawn Jani from Public Works Engineering went over the parking, both on-site and off-site, and the requirements, including driveways.

Mr. Wink continued his presentation and spoke about wooden decks and storage containers which are not permitted in this area. He showed a parking lot lease agreement, and went over the review criteria. Mr. Wink stated that it is the Planning staff’s opinion that the request is consistent with the intent of the area of the Land Use Regulations and the design element of the Comprehensive Plan.

Ms. Jani state that Public Works does not support the design as presented at this point.

Chris Melser, BFD Fire Marshal, stated that there will need to be a change of use application to become an assembly, not a residential structure, to meet the fire codes.

Mr. Wink finished with conditions.

Motion by Commissioner Taylor on stipulation “C” to change the word “interior” to “property”, seconded by Commissioner Neal. Motion passed unanimously.

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## Public Comment: Chair Bakker opened the Public Hearing.

Lauren Brandt, 2417 6th Avenue West, Bradenton. Opposed. Thomas Stynes, 2412 6th Avenue West, Bradenton. Opposed. Danae Chjandano, 2412 6th Avenue West, Bradenton. (Spoke for neighbor) Opposed. Matthew Godri, 519 25th Street West, Bradenton. Opposed.

3 separate emails sent to staff with comments on this case: Cynthia Hooper, no current address given. Meghan Shatto, 2492 6th Avenue West. Dallas Ishmael, no address given.

Public Hearing was closed.

Applicant Travis Carlson came forward to address the neighbors.

Motion: Commissioner Neal motioned to approve, and Commissioner Green seconded. 2 votes of no, 3 votes of yes.

Motion: Commissioner Taylor motioned to deny, and Commissioner Autrey seconded. 3 votes of yes, for denial of recommendation, 2 votes of no.

## 3\. Ordinance 4062, Case PLN-CPA-25-0001:

AGENDA

BRADENTON PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2025

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 May 21, 2025.

Approve as submitted.

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Meeting Minutes - May 21, 2025 (DRAFT).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 : Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP-25-0011:

Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 412 12 th Street West (Parcel ID 3319300004) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Edgardo Pantoja (agent) for CBR Holdings, LLC (owner).

Motion to recommend to City Council either approval or denial of Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP-25-0011.

If the action is to approve, the following are recommended stipulations for approval:

The approved Resolution, including the approved site plan and conditions shall be on display and accessible on the Property during business hours.

Within 30 days following the approval, the Property Owner shall execute an Indemnification Agreement in a form acceptable to the City.

Clear pedestrian access on the public sidewalk of no less than 5’ shall be maintained at all times in a way that neither seating nor tables affect the ingress/egress of travel, the safety or pedestrian and traffic circulation.

The property/business owner shall obtain all State licenses permitting the sale of alcohol as part of the sidewalk café.

Any cleaning solution used to clean the sidewalk café area shall be approved by Bradenton Public Works.

Any future increase in seating for the sidewalk café area shall be approved by City Council.

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Resolution 25-61 (DRAFT).pdf

Staff Report.pdf

Application.pdf

b)

Planning & Community Development : Resolution 25-62, Case PLN-SUP-25-0012:

Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a Club (Event Center); to be located at 512 25 th Street West (Parcel ID 3443200005) in the UV (Urban Village) zoning district. Application filed by Travis Carlson (owner).

AGENDA BRADENTON PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2025 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 May 21, 2025. Meeting Minutes - May 21, 2025 (DRAFT).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: Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP- 25-0011: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 412 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3319300004) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Edgardo Pantoja (agent) for CBR Holdings, LLC (owner). Resolution 25-61 (DRAFT).pdf Staff Report.pdf Application.pdf b) Planning & Community Development: Resolution 25-62, Case PLN-SUP- 25-0012: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a Club (Event Center); to be located at 512 25th Street West (Parcel ID 3443200005) in the UV (Urban Village) zoning district. Application filed by Travis Carlson (owner). Resolution 25-62.pdf Application.pdf Staff Report.pdf 1

c) Planning & Community Development: Ordinance 4062, Case PLN-CPA-25- 0001: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, amending the City of Bradenton Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to designate certain land generally located east of 1st Street East, north of US 301 and south of the CSX railway, identified as parcel ID 4687900059 and 4633211009, and more particularly described herein, containing approximately 32.39 acres and owned by the City of Bradenton, under the Industrial Future Land Use Category; providing for applicability; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Ordinance 4062 (DRAFT).pdf Application.pdf Staff Report.pdf d) Planning & Community Development: Ordinance 4063, Case PLN-ZON-25- 0001: An Ordinance of the City of Bradenton, Florida, providing for an amendment to the City of Bradenton Land Use Atlas; designating certain land generally located east of 1st Street East, north of US 301 and south of the CSX railway, identified as parcel ID 4687900059 and 4633211009, and more particularly described herein, containing approximately 32.39 acres and owned by the City of Bradenton, under the Industrial Future Land Use Category; providing for applicability; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. Ordinance 4063 (Draft).pdf Application.pdf Staff Report.pdf 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS 8. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 9. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 2

a) Planning & Community Development: May 28, 2025: Ordinance 4059 - Text Amendment to the LURs related to docks in the UV zoning district (Approved as a Special Use/vote 5-0). June 11, 2025: Resolution 25-57 - Special Use Permit for a Sidewalk Cafe with Alcoholic Beverages at 440 12th St. W. Resolution 25-58 - Special Use Permit for a Sidewalk Cafe with Alcoholic Beverages at 313 12th St. W. Resolution 25-59 - Special Use Permit for a Sidewalk Cafe with Alcoholic Beverages at 436 12th St. W. Resolution 25-60 - Special Use Permit for a Sidewalk Cafe with Alcoholic Beverages at 430 12th St. W. July 23, 2025: Items from the June 18, 2025, Planning Commission meeting. Resolution 25-61 - Special Use Permit for a Sidewalk Cafe with Alcoholic Beverages at 412 12th St. W. Resolution 25-62 - Special Use Permit for a Club (Event Center) at 512 25th St. W. Ordinance 4062 - Amendment of the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for land being annexed into the city (First Reading). Ordinance 4063 - Amendment of the Land Use Atlas Map for land being annexed into the city (First Reading). 10. 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. 3

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 941-932-9400 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: June 18, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Greg DeLong, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES SUBJECT: Planning Commission meeting minutes of May 21, 2025. SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve as submitted. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT Is this item Quasi-Judicial? No Does this item require a public hearing? No EXPLANATION: Review and approval of the meeting minutes from the May 21, 2025, Planning Commission meeting. FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A ATTORNEY REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: Motion to approve the Planning Commission meeting minutes from May 21, 2025, as submitted. ATTACHMENTS: Meeting Minutes - May 21, 2025 (DRAFT).pdf 5

City of Bradenton, FL May 21, 2025 ABBREVIATED MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING May 21, 2025 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, Keith Green-Vice Chair, Michael Neal, Michael Jones, Richard Whetstone, Jason Taylor. City Staff: Scott Rudacille-City Attorney, Robin Singer-Planning and Community Development Director, Greg DeLong-Planning and Community Development Assistant Director, Lori Brunner-Planning and Community Development Administrative Assistant. REGULAR MEETING 1. Meeting was called to order by the Planning Commission Chair, Ben Bakker at 2:02 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Motion to approve the April 16, 2025, Meeting Minutes by Commissioner Green, and seconded by Commissioner Taylor. Motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT No speakers came forward to speak on non-agenda items. Chair Ben Bakker asked if the Commissioners had any ex parte communication with any of the applications on today’s agenda. There were none. AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Resolution 25-57; Case PLN-SUP-24-0009: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 440 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3318900002) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Joseph Bennett (agent) for Jan R. DeLesline, as Trustee of the Jan R. DeLesline Revocable Living Trust dated February 14, 2008 (owner). Staff: Greg DeLong gave the case information and showed a location map. Applicant: Joseph Bennett, 8210 Timberlake Lane, Sarasota, FL, spoke about the area including the alley and tables, as well as the frontage area. Commissioner Taylor went over the stipulations (4) that are in place for all City properties. He stated that the stipulations carry over for each property, not the business. 6

City of Bradenton, FL May 21, 2025 Mr. DeLong summarized the requests for seating. He showed the zoning map and photos. He then discussed the Comprehensive Plan and the Land Use Regulations. Staff feels that it is consistent with both, and meets the criteria. 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, and Commissioner Taylor seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 2. Resolution 25-58; Case PLN-SUP-24-0010: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 313 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3295000008) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Joseph Bennett (agent) for 31312 LLC (owner). Staff: Greg DeLong presented the case and showed a map of the location. Applicant: Joseph Bennett, 8210 Timberlake Lane, Sarasota, FL, stated that he is requesting tables to be placed out in front of the location to allow dining outside. Commissioner Taylor stated concerns about the type of tables the applicant is requesting. He also questioned if they are ADA accessible. The seating capacity was also discussed. The applicant agreed to the requests concerning the tables and seating. Motion by Commissioner Taylor on the stipulation of types of tables and seating capacity, seconded by Commissioner Neal. Motion passed unanimously. Motion by Commissioner Taylor for a stipulation clarifying the storage and usage of the tables and chairs, seconded by Commissioner Green. Motion passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Taylor motioned to approve with stipulations, Commissioner Neal seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 3. Resolution 25-59; Case PLN-SUP-24-0011: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 436 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3318900002) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Joseph Bennett (agent) for Jan R. DeLesline, as Trustee of the Jan R. DeLesline Revocable Living Trust dated February 14, 2008 (owner). Staff: Greg DeLong presented the case. 7

City of Bradenton, FL May 21, 2025 Applicant: Joseph Bennett, 8210 Timberlake Lane, Sarasota, FL, showed a picture and a diagram of the furniture that he would like to purchase for this location. The Board discussed the layout of the furniture and its’ proximity to the street. Mr. DeLong mentioned that the Police and Fire Department’s are present when these cases are discussed at the DRC meetings, and they had no comments on them. He went over the site plan and the stipulations. 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, and Commissioner Whetstone seconded. Motion passed unanimously. 4. Resolution 25-60; Case PLN-SUP-24-0012: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 430 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3319000000) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Joseph Bennett (agent) for Jan R. DeLesline, as Trustee of the Jan R. DeLesline Revocable Living Trust dated February 14, 2008 (owner). Staff: Greg DeLong presented the case. Applicant: Joseph Bennett, 8210 Timberlake Lane, Sarasota, FL, stated that this case is to make outside seating available to customers. The Board briefly discussed the type of tables being requested by the applicant. Mr. DeLong summarized the case. He stated that staff feels that this case meets the requirements of the Form Based Code and the Comprehensive Plan with stipulations. 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, and Commissioner Neal seconded. Motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Robin Singer went over potential updates to the Land Use Regulations and Form Based Code. There were some delays due to staff, but they are 8

City of Bradenton, FL May 21, 2025 now ready to revisit the amendments that Jonathan Paul suggested, such as Accessory Dwelling Units, residential units, cabana’s, fences, food trucks, etc. Ms. Singer also stated that staff is working on incorporating the Form Based Code into the regular code; she would like to see it simplified and easier to read in the Municode. Mr. DeLong brought up single family residential parking and the design standards. He would like to look at the list of adjustments. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Mr. DeLong introduced the new City Planner, Corey Holycross. Mr. Holycross gave a history of his professional career. Mr. DeLong went over the next items for meetings. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m. Ben Bakker, Chair Date NOTE: This is not a verbatim record. An audio recording of the meeting is available for a fee upon request. 9

AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.a Item Cover Page DATE: June 18, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Corey Holycross, Planning & Community Development ITEM TYPE: Resolution AGENDA SECTION: AGENDA ITEMS SUBJECT: Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP-25-0011: Request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic beverage sales; to be located at 412 12th Street West (Parcel ID 3319300004) in the T5 (Urban Center) transect zoning district. Application filed by Edgardo Pantoja (agent) for CBR Holdings, LLC (owner). SUGGESTED ACTION: Motion to recommend to City Council either approval or denial of Resolution 25-61, Case PLN-SUP-25-0011. If the action is to approve, the following are recommended stipulations for approval: a. The approved Resolution, including the approved site plan and conditions shall be on display and accessible on the Property during business hours. b. Within 30 days following the approval, the Property Owner shall execute an Indemnification Agreement in a form acceptable to the City. c. Clear pedestrian access on the public sidewalk of no less than 5’ shall be maintained at all times in a way that neither seating nor tables affect the ingress/egress of travel, the safety or pedestrian and traffic circulation. d. The property/business owner shall obtain all State licenses permitting the sale of alcohol as part of the sidewalk café. e. Any cleaning solution used to clean the sidewalk café area shall be approved by Bradenton Public Works. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA ITEM REPORT 10

f. Any future increase in seating for the sidewalk café area shall be approved by City Council. Is this item Quasi-Judicial? Yes Does this item require a public hearing? Yes EXPLANATION: The applicant has submitted a Special Use Permit application requesting permission to allow a sidewalk cafe with alcoholic beverages at 412 12th Street West. The existing business currently does not have a sidewalk cafe; therefore, the subject Special Use Permit will ensure compliance to City of Bradenton's Form Based Code and Land Use Regulations, should approval be granted by City Council. FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A ATTORNEY REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: Reviewed by City Attorney Rudacille. SUGGESTED MOTION: Motion to either recommend approval or denial of Resolution 25-61 with stipulations recommended by staff. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 25-61 (DRAFT).pdf Staff Report.pdf Application.pdf 11

Resolution 25-61; Case PLN-SUP-25-0011 Page 1 of 6 RESOLUTION 25-61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRADENTON, FLORIDA, GRANTING SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. PLN-SUP-25-0011 TO PERMIT A SIDEWALK CAFÉ WITH ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 412 12TH STREET WEST, BRADENTON, FLORIDA (PARCEL ID NO 3318900002), IN THE T5 URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OR PRIOR RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, CBR HOLDINGS LLC (the “Property Owner” or “Applicant”) owns the property located at 412 12th Street West, Bradenton, Florida (Parcel ID No 3318900002), more particularly described in Exhibit “A” (the “Property”); and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map designates the Property as Urban Core (URBCORE); and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Official Zoning Map classifies the Property under the (T5) Urban Center – Transect Zoning District; and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Form Based Code, Table 4.7, identifies uses in the T5 transect zoning district; and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Form Based Code, Table 4.7, identifies Café/Sidewalk Café with less than 20 seats as a permitted use in the T5 transect zoning district; but stipulates that City Council approval may be required per the Land Use Regulations; and WHEREAS, the City of Bradenton Land Use Regulations, Section 4.3.11.4, states that alcoholic beverage sales served as part of any sidewalk café on public property shall require City Council approval; and WHEREAS, the Property Owner submitted an application for a Special Use Permit to permit a sidewalk café with alcoholic sales; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing on June 18, 2025, at which the Commission received testimony and evidence from the applicant and City Planning staff; and WHEREAS, the City Council held a noticed public hearing on July 23, 2025, at which the Council received testimony and evidence from City Planning staff and members of the public in attendance. 12

Resolution 25-61; Case PLN-SUP-25-0011 Page 2 of 6 NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council 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 and the recommendation of the Planning Commission, the City Council hereby makes the following Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law: a. The Whereas clauses contained herein are hereby adopted as Findings of Fact. b. The Property Owner is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit to operate a sidewalk café with alcoholic sales, as shown on the Site Plan attached hereto as Exhibit “B”. c. The City’s professional staff determined that with the proposed stipulations, the project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and meets the criteria for approval under the Land Use Regulations. d. The City’s professional staff recommended stipulations to consider for an approval. e. The Planning Commission, which is designated as the local planning agency, determined that with the proposed stipulations, the project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and meets the criteria for approval under the Land Use Regulations. f. The Planning Commission recommended approval with stipulations. g. The proposed use meets the review criteria in Section 3.3.2 of the City Code as follows: 1. The tract of land is suitable for the type of use proposed by virtue of its location, topography, shape, and the nature of surrounding development. See 3.3.2.1. 2. Access points are located so as to best suit the use and property. Wide spacing between access points and intersecting streets should be required when feasible. See 3.3.2.2. 3. All buildings are located an adequate distance from property lines and streets. See 3.3.2.3. 4. Permanent screening, such as walls, fences, hedges, and other barriers, are not needed to protect surrounding properties from view of the premises or noises from the use. See 3.3.2.4. 5. Adequate ingress and egress is provided to property and proposed structures with particular regard for automobiles and pedestrian safety and convenience, traffic generation, flow and control and emergency access. See 3.3.2.5. 6. Location and design of off-street parking and loading areas in regard to the items in "a." above and the smoke, noise, glare, dust, vibrations, fumes, pollution and other effects of the use on adjoining properties is adequate for the proposed use. See 3.3.2.5. 13

Resolution 25-61; Case PLN-SUP-25-0011 Page 3 of 6 7. Location and design of refuse and service areas are sufficient in regard to availability, adequacy and effect upon surrounding properties. See 3.3.2.5. 8. Utilities, in regard to location, availability, adequacy and compatibility with surrounding properties are provided. See 3.3.2.5. 9. Screening, buffering or separation of any nuisance or hazardous feature of the use are not needed for the proposed use. See 3.3.2.5. 10. Proposed signs and exterior lighting are adequate with reference to glare, traffic safety and compatibility and harmony with surrounding properties. See 3.3.2.5. 11. Effect upon the value of surrounding properties; the use will not hinder the development of nearby vacant properties or adversely affect their economic value. See 3.3.2.5. 12. The land and/or building which are to be used are adequate for the proposed use. See 3.3.2.5. 13. The proposed use is compatible and appropriate with adjacent properties and other property in the district with special consideration given to the proposed hours of operation. See 3.3.2.5. 14. The proposed use will not affect the environmental quality of the district. See 3.3.2.5. 15. The proposed use is consistent with the City's comprehensive plan. See 3.3.2.5. Section 2. Permit. Based upon the foregoing, a Special Use Permit is hereby approved and issued for the Property, to allow for a sidewalk café with alcoholic sales for a maximum of (2) tables and (8) chairs, as generally shown on the Site Plan attached hereto as Exhibit “B”, subject to the following stipulations: a. The approved Resolution, including the approved site plan and conditions shall be on display and accessible on the Property during business hours. b. Within 30 days following the approval, the Property Owner shall execute an Indemnification Agreement in a form acceptable to the City. c. Clear pedestrian access on the public sidewalk of no less than 5’ shall be maintained at all times in a way that neither seating nor tables affect the ingress/egress of travel, the safety or pedestrian and traffic circulation. d. The property/business owner shall obtain all State licenses permitting the sale of alcohol as part of the sidewalk café. e. Any cleaning solution used to clean the sidewalk café area shall be approved by Bradenton Public Works. f. Any future increase in seating for the sidewalk café area shall be approved by City Council. 14

Resolution 25-61; Case PLN-SUP-25-0011 Page 4 of 6 Section 3. State and Federal Permits. Issuance of this development permit by the City does not in any way create any right on the part of the Applicant to obtain a permit from a state or federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City for issuance of the permit if the Applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result in a violation of state or federal law. The Applicant must obtain all applicable state and federal permits before commencing development or use. Section 4. Severability. In the event that any portion or section of this Resolution is determined to be invalid, illegal or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decisions shall in no manner affect the remaining portions or sections of the Resolution which shall remain in full force and effect. Section 5. Conflict. All prior resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are hereby repealed to the extent o/f such conflict. Section 6. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be effective upon adoption. ORDERED ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BRADENTON THIS 23rd DAY OF JULY 2025. THE CITY OF BRADENTON, BY AND THROUGH THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRADENTON ATTEST: Tamara Melton Gene Brown CITY CLERK MAYOR APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________ Scott Rudacille CITY ATTORNEY 15

Resolution 25-61; Case PLN-SUP-25-0011 Page 5 of 6 EXHIBIT “A” Parcel 3319300004: LOTS 13, 14,