Subject:
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Austin A. and Kailey R. Mahan request a change of zoning classification from AU to BU-2. (22Z00054) (Tax Account 3030132) (District 1)
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Fiscal Impact:
None
Dept/Office:
Planning & Development
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Planning & Zoning Board conduct a public hearing to consider a change of zoning classification from AU (Agricultural Residential) to BU-2 (Retail, Warehousing, and Wholesale Commercial).
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The applicants are seeking a change of zoning classification from AU to BU-2 for the purpose of storing outdoor equipment in conjunction with a wholesale/retail kayak business. Per Section 62-1483, business uses and all materials and products shall be confined within a substantial building completely enclosed with walls and a roof; however, retail items of substantial size or which of necessity must remain outside may be permitted to be displayed outside of a building.
The proposed BU-2 zoning classification permits retail, wholesale and warehousing commercial land uses on minimum 7,500 square-foot lots. Possible incompatibilities are due to the intensive nature of commercial activities permitted by the BU-2 classification, including noise, light, traffic and other potential nuisances. BU-2 allows for contractor’s offices, plants and storage yards. Storage yards must be enclosed with a six-foot wall, louvered fence or chain-link fence.
Parcels in the surrounding area range from 0.43 acres to 11.15 acres. The parcel to the north is a motel on 2.98 acres zoned BU-2. The parcels to the west and southwest are 1 acre in size, developed with single-family residences, and zoned RR-1 (Rural Residential). The parcel to the south is vacant commercial land zoned BU-1 (General Retail Commercial) on 5.54-acres. Across U.S. Highway 1 is a retail store zoned BU-1 on 1.48 acres.
The Board may wish to consider if the request is consistent and compatible with the surrounding area.
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the request on Thursday, May 4, 2023, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Brevard County Government Center, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Commission Room, Viera, Florida.
Clerk to the Board Instructions: