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6. B.
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| Board of Adjustment |
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| SUBMISSION DATA: |
REQUESTED CONDITIONAL USE:
The applicant is seeking a Conditional Use approval to allow for a place of worship in LDR zoning.
RELEVANT AUTHORITY:
Land Development Code of Escambia County, Florida (Ordinance 96-3 as amended), Section: 3-2.5.c.2.e
e. Places of worship.
CRITERIA:
Land Development Code of Escambia County, Florida (Ordinance 96-3 as amended), Section 2-6.4
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| CRITERION (a) |
General compatibility. The proposed use can be conducted and operated in a manner that is compatible with adjacent properties and other properties in the immediate area.
FINDINGS-OF-FACT
The proposed use is a place of worship, there are no formal site plans submitted at this time. The conditional use would allow for the church to obtain any building permits or Development Orders for any construction needed. The site is adjacent to low density residential parcels and uses and the proposed use can be compatible. |
| CRITERION (b) |
Facilities and services. Public facilities and services, especially those with adopted levels of service, will be available, will provide adequate capacity to serve the proposed use consistent with capacity requirements.
FINDINGS-OF-FACT
The level of service and adequate capacity to serve the proposed use are available and will be addressed during the Site Plan Review process. |
| CRITERION (c) |
On-site circulation. Ingress to and egress from the site and its structures will be sufficient, particularly regarding vehicle and pedestrian safety and convenience, efficient traffic flow and control, on-site parking and loading, and emergency vehicle access.
FINDINGS-OF-FACT
The property in question is surrounded by low density residential parcels. To the south is State Road 10/Nine Mile Road. The property has existing access from Nine Mile Road. A full Site Plan Review process will be needed to determine necessary driveways and parking. |
| CRITERION (d) |
Nuisances and hazards. The scale, intensity, and operation of the use will not generate unreasonable noise, glare, dust, smoke, odor, vibration, electrical interference, or other nuisances or hazards for adjoining properties and other properties in the immediate area.
FINDINGS-OF-FACT
Staff does not find any nuisances or hazards associated with the proposed use. |
| CRITERION (e) |
Solid waste. All on site solid waste containers will be appropriately located for functional access, limited off-site visibility and minimal odor and other nuisance impacts.
FINDINGS-OF-FACT
Solid waste service is currently available and in the area. Any future building will be reviewed at the Site Plan Review process
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| CRITERION (f) |
Screening and buffering. Where not otherwise required by the LDC, screening and buffering will be provided if appropriate to the proposed use and site.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
Screening and buffering standards will be reviewed during any Site Plan Review process as required by the Land Development Code. |
| CRITERION (g) |
Signs and lighting. All exterior signs and lights, whether attached or freestanding, will be compatible with adjoining properties and other properties in the immediate area, especially regarding glare and traffic safety.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
Any future buildings will be reviewed during the Site Plan Review Process or at the front counter Development Services Department. |
| CRITERION (h) |
Site characteristics. The size, shape, location and topography of the site appear adequate to accommodate the proposed use, including setbacks, intensity, bulk, height, open space and aesthetic considerations.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
The proposed Conditional Use is consistent with all other relevant provisions of this code. |
| CRITERION (i) |
Use requirements. The proposed use complies with any additional conditional use requirements of the applicable zoning district, use, or other provisions of the LDC.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
The LDC does not provide additional Conditional Use requirements for this proposed use. |
| STAFF FINDINGS |
Staff recommends that the Board approve the proposed Conditional Use request with the following condition:
This project must meet any conditions imposed through the Site Plan Review process. |
| BOA DECISION |
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FINDINGS
The Board adopted Staff's Findings with the DRC condition and approved the Conditional Use. |
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