A regularly scheduled meeting of the Pooler Planning and Zoning Commission was held on Monday, August 25, 2003 at 6 p.m. Members present were: Wilson Roberts, Debbie Ryan Watts, Dennis Jones, Glenda Champion, Larry Olliff, Charles Archer and Don Taylor. Zoning Administrator Jackie Carver, City Planner Robbie Byrd, Councilwoman Billie Tyler and Councilman Jack Brewton were also in attendance. Chairman Debbie Ryan Watts called the meeting to order at 6 p.m.
The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as printed upon a motion made by Larry Olliff, seconded by Wilson Roberts, with no opposition.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Adi Berry’s conditional use request to operate a “Family Home Daycare” from her home at 114 Barrington Road. Adi Berry presented this request to the board for their review and recommendation. Her program would include breakfast, lunch and snack, educational activities, story time and naptime for children ages 1 – 4 years old. Chairman Debbie Ryan Watts presented a letter from Pine Barren Plantation Homeowners Association wherein it stated that a child day care is prohibited within this subdivision.Mrs. Berry stated that she had received a copy of the letter but was unaware of this restriction at the time she applied for the conditional use. She further stated that she does not have a copy of the covenants and was not furnished one at closing. Commissioner Wilson Roberts reminded the board that the city does not enforce covenants. With no public comment, a motion was made by Charles Archer to approve the conditional use for Adi Berry to operate a “Family Home Daycare” from her home at 114 Barrington Road subject to receiving written approval from the Pine Barren Plantation Homeowner’s Association. Motion was seconded by Dennis Jones and passed with no opposition.
2. Marvin Strickland’s request for a 20’ front yard setback variance for an encroachment of a pump island and canopy support into the 60’ front setback. Theresa Wexel of Clemmons Engineers presented the variance request for property owner, Marvin Strickland. She explained that Mr. Strickland is proposing to build a 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse and diesel station on lot 18, Pine Barren Road. He is requesting a 20’ front yard setback variance for an encroachment of a pump island and canopy support into the 60’ front setback. The property is in the flood zone and moving the building forward would also reduce the amount of fill placed on the lot. Commissioner Roberts stated that he would prefer the proposed location instead of moving the building back with a detention pond in the front. With no public comment, Wilson Roberts made a motion to recommend approval of Mr. Strickland’s request for a 20’ front yard setback variance for an encroachment of the pump island and canopy support into the 60’ front setback. Motion was seconded by Don Taylor and passed without opposition.
3. Wilda Gail Morgan Warnock’s request for a 5’ variance on an access easement needed to subdivide property on Raymond Road. Wilda Gail Morgan Warnock presented her request for a 5’ variance on an access easement needed to subdivide 1.49 acres of land on Raymond Road into two lots. A residence is located on the front lot and a manufactured home is located on the rear lot. The subdivision is needed to deed the property to her children. With no public comment, Dennis Jones made a motion to recommend approval of the request for a 5’ variance on the access easement. Motion was seconded Larry Olliff and passed without opposition.
4. William Carmichael, II request for a zoning text amendment to add “pawn shops” as a permitted use in C-1, a Light Commercial District. Mr. Carmichael presented the request for a text amendment to the board for their review and recommendation. A “pawn shop” is not listed as a permitted use in the zoning ordinance. Mr. Carmichael has plans of relocating his business, known as “Williams Gun & Pawn, LLC” from 302 West Victory Drive to 860 West Highway 80 (Randy Hadden’s Twin Oaks Shopping Center). The text amendment is proposing to add “pawn shops” as a permitted use in C-1, a Light Commercial District. Commissioner Dennis Jones asked if pawn shops could be added as a conditional use in C-1 instead of a permitted use to have more control over location. In response, Mrs. Carver stated that is an option. With no public comment, Wilson Roberts made a motion to recommend approval of the zoning text amendment as presented. Motion was seconded by Don Taylor and passed with Dennis Jones opposing.
OLD BUSINESS:
5. Forest Lakes Amenities Site and Landscape. Terry Coleman of Kern-Coleman and Company was present to answer any questions regarding the Forest Lakes Amenities site plan and landscape plan. Mr. Coleman stated that all of the engineer’s comments have been addressed except the comment regarding the need to provide a sufficient turnaround at the gate. The board questioned the gate being unmanned and allowing large vehicles past the gate to turn around. Mr. Coleman stated that the same type of set-up is located at the entrance to Westbrook. Following some discussion, Don Taylor made a motion to recommend approval of the Forest Lakes Amenities site plan. Motion was seconded by Charles Archer and passed without opposition. The landscape plan met the requirements of the tree ordinance. Therefore, Charles Archer made a motion to approve the landscape plan. Motion was seconded by Wilson Roberts and passed without opposition.
NEW BUSINESS:
6. Request by Enmark Stations, Inc. to subdivide Lot 1, Sepco Subdivision into lots lA and lB. Terry Coleman of Kern-Coleman and Company presented the minor subdivisionto the board for their review and recommendation. The developers of the Westside Business Park plan to purchase lot 1B and make it a part of the development. With no public comment, Wilson Roberts made a motion to approve the subdivision of lot 1 into lots 1A and 1B. Motion was seconded by Larry Olliff and passed without opposition.
7. Wilda Gail Morgan Warnock’s request to subdivide a 1.49 acre tract on Raymond Road into two lots. This item was discussed earlier in the meeting during public hearings. With no further comment, Dennis Jones made a motion to approve the subdividing of 1.49 acres on Raymond Road into two lots. Motion was seconded by Don Taylor and passed without opposition.
8. Final Plat Review/Approval of Northern Tract, Phase 4B of The Villages at Godley Station. Terry Coleman of Kern-Coleman and Company presented the final plat of the Northern Tract, Phase 4B to the board for their review and approval. The developer is bonding all of the improvements. A bond estimate has been sent to Bill Nicholson of HGB&D for his review and approval. With no public comment, Larry Olliff made a motion to approve the final plat for Phase 4B of the Northern Tract contingent upon bond being accepted and approved. Motion was seconded by Dennis Jones and passed without opposition.
There being no further business to come before the board, a
motion of adjournment was made by Charles Archer and seconded by Dennis Jones.