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2011 EVALUATION & APPRAISAL REPORT ADOPTION HEARINGS
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - JANUARY 31, 2010
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ADOPTED RESOLUTION:
Resolution #2011-24
MODIFIED CHAPTER ONE - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
BCC HEARING 1/31/2011
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
MODIFIED CHAPTER TWO - GMP ELEMENT ASSESSMENTS:
BCC HEARING 1/31/2011
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT
CONSERVATION & COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
HOUSING ELEMENT
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
E.A.R. INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE:
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (MODIFIED)
CHAPTER TWO:
COUNTYWIDE ASSESSMENTS:
POPULATION GROWTH & ANNEXATION
EXISTING v. ANTICIPATED DEVELOPMENT
VACANT DEPENDABLE LAND
STATUTORY CHANGES
GMP ELEMENT ASSESSMENTS:
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT (MODIFIED)
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
PUBLC FACILITIES ELEMENT:
SANITARY SEWER SUBELEMENT
POTABLE WATER SUBELEMENT
DRAINAGE SUBELEMENT
SOLID WASTE SUBELEMENT
NATURAL GROUDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUBELEMENT
HOUSING ELEMENT (MODIFIED)
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
CONSERVATION & COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT (MODIFIED)
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT (MODIFIED)
GOLDEN GATE ARE MASTER PLAN ELEMENT (MODIFIED)
IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN ELEMENT
ECONOMIC ELEMENT
PUBLIC SCHOOLS FACILITIES ELEMENT
CHAPTER THREE:
MAJOR ISSUES
WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION
RURAL FRINGE MIXED USE DISTRICT
RURAL LANDS ASSESSMENT AREA
CLIMATE CHANGE
**ADDENDUM EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1-31-2011
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT
URBAN DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION
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2011 EVALUATION & APPRAISAL REPORT ADOPTION HEARINGS
COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION - DECEMBER 7, 2010
E.A.R. ADOPTION RESOLUTION
Resolution #11-_____
CCPC Adoption Advertisement: Post Date November 21, 2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
E.A.R. INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE -
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CHAPTER TWO -
COUNTYWIDE ASSESSMENTS:
POPULATION GROWTH & ANNEXATION
VACANT DEPENDABLE LAND
STATUTORY CHANGES -
2.5 Assessment Methodology for Concurrency Management
GMP ELEMENT ASSESSMENTS:
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ELEMENT
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
PUBLC FACILITIES ELEMENT:
SANITARY SEWER SUBELEMENT
POTABLE WATER SUBELEMENT
DRAINAGE SUBELEMENT
SOLID WASTE SUBELEMENT
NATURAL GROUDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUBELEMENT
HOUSING ELEMENT
RECREATION & OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
CONSERVATION & COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
GOLDEN GATE ARE MASTER PLAN ELEMENT
IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN ELEMENT
ECONOMIC ELEMENT
PUBLIC SCHOOLS FACILITIES ELEMENT
CHAPTER THREE: MAJOR ISSUES:
WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION
RURAL FRINGE MIXED USE DISTRICT
RURAL LANDS ASSESSMENT AREA
CLIMATE CHANGE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT
URBAN DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION
CORRESPONDENCE:
DCA Comments
DOT Comments
FDOS Comments
SFWMD Comments
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POST WORKSHOP DRAFT EAR
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Collier-EAR-Chapter-2-Part-1
Collier-EAR-Chapter-2-Part-2
Collier-EAR-Chapter-2-Part-3
Collier-EAR-Chapter-2-Part-4
Collier-EAR-Chapter-3
WORKSHOPS SCHEDULE:
Collier County Planning Commission Workshop:
August 25, 2010
E.A.R. Introduction
Chapter One - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Chapter Two - Countywide Assessments
2.1 Population
2.3 Vacant and Developable Land
Chapter Two - GMP Assessments
Capital Improvement Element (CIE)
Transportation Element (TE)
Sanitary Sewer (SS)
Potable Water SubElement (PW)
Drainage SubElement (D)
Solid Waste SubElement (SW)
Natural Groundwater Acquifer Recharge SubElement (NGWAR)
Housing Element (HE)
Recreation & Open Space Element (ROSE)
Conservation & Coastal Management Element (CCME)
Intergovernmental Coordination Element (ICE)
Future Land Use Element (FLUE)
Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP)
Immokalee Area Master Plan (IAMP)
Economic Element (EE)
Public Schools Faclities Element (PSFE)
Chapter Three MAJOR ISSUES
List of Major Issues:
Water Resource Protection
Rural Fringe Mixed Use District (RFMUD)
Rural Lands Stewardship Area (RLSA)
Climate Change
Affordable Housing
Concurrency Management
Urban Development Patterns
Intergovernmental Coordination
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Environmental Advisory Commission Workshop
August 11, 2010 - 9:00 A.M. - BCC Chambers
Introduction & Chapter One - Public Participation
Chapter Two - Countywide Assessments Part A
Chapter Two - Countywide Assessments Part B
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PRIOR PUBLIC PARTCIPATION MEETING COMMENTS:
Chapter 1: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
March 15, 2010 - BCC Chambers
DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION
Need consolidation of fire districts. Programmatic
Better coordination between School Board (sitting) and County Government (locate
schools where infrastructure is available or planned). Same for EMS and Fire Stations –
all facets of infrastructure.
Policy 2.6 Intergovernmental Coordination Element (ICE)
FEMA (under DHS), SFWMD, DEP, USACOE, Collier County Stormwater
need to coordinate water resource management (surface and storm; water
supply for municipal resources). Policy 1.4 Potable Water Sub-Element
Better coordination between MPO and Comprehensive Planning (Land Use and
Transportation). Programmatic
Better coordination between Parks & Recreation; and Libraries (co-locate).
Policy 1.6.1 Recreation and Open Space Element (ROSE)
Better coordination between Schools and Parks & Recreation (co-locate). Policy 1.1.2 (ROSE)
Need Rural Development Standards for non-urban areas. Policy 4.1 Future Land Use Element
(FLUE)
Establish single authority for fire plan reviews. Programmatic
TRANSPORTATION
Integrate MPO and LRTP. Programmatic
Transportation Planning should be part of Master Plan. Observational
Education enforcement of laws and rules – 3’ clear to bikes/pedestrians.
Programmatic
Establish a minimum Level of Service for multi-model needs. Policy 1.5 Capital
Improvement Element & Policy 12.8 Transportation Element
Develop bike share with transit. Observational
Formalize lime rock road policy. Observational
Strengthen 4.6 and 4.7. Policy 4.6 & 4.7Transportation Element
Stress interconnection and continuity. Policy 7.3 FLUE
Adopt Rural Road Section Standards – Lighting, Landscape and Water. Policy 1.5
Capital Improvement Element & Policy 12.8 Transportation Element
Fair and equitable impact fees – Too high today/unfriendly/too busy and most
cost effective design and construction to reduce fees. Observational
Dead ends, (i.e. Vanderbilt Beach Road ends at DeSoto); build when population supports.
Policy 1.2 CIE
MSTU should pay for own Administration Costs – 10%? Observational
Integrate road water management with land use and water quality parks. Programmatic
Pathways added to requirement for concurrency. Policy 5.1 CIE
Policy 5.1 – add pathways. Policy 5.1 Transportation Element
Add linear greenway parks to connect facilities. Programmatic
Better facility and location planning for schools with coordination of county
infrastructure. Objective 3 Public Schools Facility Element
As appropriate, add complete street/non-motorized. Observational
CLIMATE CHANGE
Increase Mass Transit instead of road widening. Policy 3.3 Transportation Element
Increase bike lanes. Policy 4.5 Transportation Element
Need to address sea level rise due to climate change. Observational
WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION
County has no Flood Plain Management Plan. Policy 6.3 Drainage Sub -Element
No coordination with Big Cypress Basin; SFWMD; FEMA and DEP (ex: - Picayune
Strand Restoration project was completed without consideration of the effect of the
RLSA on the flood plain). Observational
Where are the Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan and the Comprehensive Water
Resource Management Plan? Policy 1.5 Drainage Sub -Element
When are the efforts going to be:
ü Funded
ü Delivered
ü Scheduled
Where is monitoring and maintenance of water resource? Potable Water and Drainage
Sub-Elements
Watershed/Water Resource Management needs to be holistic
ü Environment/Development/Conservation/Recharge/
Recycle/Reuse/ Alternative Water Resources Observational
The County needs to establish a Stormwater Utility fee to address needed improvements and
to address EPA’s implementation of the NNC (Numeric Nutrient Criteria). Observational &
Policy 1.5 Drainage Sub-Element
EASTERN LANDS (RLSA-RFMUD)
TDR Program not working. Observational
Natural Resource Studies not detailed enough. Observational
Not enough TDR’s to use for density in Receiving Lands. Future Land Use Element
(FLUE) RFMUD
Allow other uses on Receiving Lands (Non-residential). Future Land Use Element
(FLUE) RFMUD
RFMUD Plan not compatible with Estates Master Plan. Lost commercial
opportunities for the Estates due to RFMUD Plan. Observational
Consider modifying Rural Village Design Standards (Street Layout). Programmatic
Consider convertibility of RLSA Density to RFMUD (SSA’s to Receiving
Lands). Future Land Use Element (FLUE) RLSA & RFMUD
Consider “Banking” of TDR’s for smaller parcels. Programmatic
Allow conversion of some Receiving Lands to Sending. Future Land Use Element
(FLUE) RFMUD
Engage Estates residents with eastern lands development. Programmatic
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Create jobs to minimize the need for affordable housing. Programmatic
Eliminate impact fees for affordable housing units. Policy 2.10 Housing Element
Utilize existing housing stock for affordable housing, e.g. foreclosure
properties. Observational
Provide for various stages of transitional housing for varying income levels.
Policy 2.2 Housing Element
Mandate affordable housing within all developments; residential and mixed-use. Policy 1.3
Housing Element
Provide public transportation proximate to affordable housing units. Policy 2.11 Housing
Element
Defer impact fees for affordable housing. Policy 2.10 Housing Element
Provide density bonus incentives for the development of affordable housing
units within mixed-use developments. Policy 2.9 Housing Element
Stop the perpetual loss of affordable housing units by prohibiting the
conversion of those units to market rate units. (Property owners receive the
benefit of increased density for constructing affordable units, but then these
unit types eventually go away and become market rate units.) Programmatic
February 23, 2010 - University of Florida
CLIMATE CHANGE
Promote and encourage safe bike/walk, including education to improve safety of
bike/pedestrians routes to reduce number of miles driven, especially school
drop-off. Policy 4.2 Transportation Element
Reduce gaps between CAT stops. Explore feasibility of bike rentals at CAT
stops to minimize gaps in the existing networks of bike/pedestrians pathways.
Programmatic
Increase mass transit availability (CAT). Policy 12.10Transportation Element
Create bike/pedestrians pathways on canal banks to separate bike routes
from vehicle traffic. Programmatic
Do not use Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) reduction as an excuse to build more
commercial in neighborhoods where they were not planned nor vetted through a
local master plan process. Observational
Flooding as a result of climate change will affect current population estimates,
County needs to revise estimates. Observational
Include more bridges (Golden Gate Estates) to reduce fuel consumption and safety.
Policy 9.3
Transportation Element GGAMP Restudy
Create County-wide storm water management to address sea level rise. Policy 2.1.5
Conservation
& Coastal Management Element
Standards to address Climate Change need to be different for Golden Gate
Estates (than urban coastal zones). Observational
Allow low density areas in Golden Gate Estates. Observational
Make CAT cost more affordable. Observational
TRANSPORTATION
Public safety in the Estates has been ignored - Observational
Paving not followed through on local roads - Programmatic
Proposed Transportation Corridors thru Estates never contemplated by Master
Plan and is inconsistent with the GGAMP.
ü Vanderbilt Beach Road not necessary – inconsistent with GGAMP.
ü Taking of homes for Vanderbilt Beach Road not necessary.
ü Extension of Green Blvd and Wilson Blvd – not consistent
with GGAMP. GGAMP Restudy
Transportation – Mobility Plan will Change Rural Character. Observational
Bridge the waterways – instead of 4-6 lane roads to reduce miles traveled. Policy 9.3
Transportation Element. GGAMP Restudy
Multi paths should be developed separate of roadway. Policy 4.2 of Transportation
Element
Better linkage between Transportation Planning and Land Use is needed. Objective 5
Transportation Element
Loop around Estates do not go through it to carry traffic. GGAMP Restudy
Long Range Transportation Plan needs to be incorporated further into GMP –
recognize character of sub-districts. Objective 5 Transportation Element
Transportation feasibility between sub-districts (RLSA, RFMUD, Estates)
needs greater coordination. Objective 5 Transportation Element
Interior Commercial Development in Estates not consistent with GGAMP. GGAMP
Restudy
Eighth Street is a residential road – Fair Grounds should stop using for all
events. Programmatic
Estates Road Network needs to be planned for build-out, with street width and
locations clearly shown. Programmatic
More ECO friendly landscaping and water efficient medians. Programmatic
Widen Oil Well Road to State Road 29 and expand State Road 29. LRTP
Programmatic
Bridging of Wilson Blvd South should never be proposed. Programmatic
I-75 interchange should not route traffic thru Estates. LRTP Programmatic,
GGAMP Restudy
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Maintain viability of below market rate housing (particularly multi-family units) as
transitional housing. Observational
Increase public assistance to affordable housing, possibly maintaining and
administrating units (existing) for present and future occupants. Programmatic
Stop steering affordable housing into the estates. Partner with realtors to
improve the image of the estates. Observational
Maintain unoccupied housing units. Programmatic
Increase focus of affordable housing to multi-family units from single-family.
Programmatic
Promote owner occupied units/rent-to-own units. Programmatic
Develop a program to monitor absentee owner activities. Programmatic
Waive impact fees for development of affordable housing. Policy 2.7 Housing
Element
Reflect actual vacancy rates within CIGM. Programmatic
Identify threshold of affordable housing within geographic area – and allow no
affordable housing in that location if thresholds crossed. Policy 1.4 Housing
Element
Issue of affordable housing in Golden Gate Estates – Is it a good idea to explore
potential? Observational
EASTERN LANDS - (RLSA – RFMUD)
Increase developer credits during RLSA revisions. RLSA 5-Year review
amendments - Observational
Credits for underground assets? (Mining) RLSA 5-Year review amendments,
Observational
Panther overpasses and underpasses (do they work)? Programmatic
Define primary and secondary panther habitat. Programmatic
Loss for concurrency has not been proven by data and analysis for the new
changes proposed. Observational
Don’t use Golden Gate Estates as thru-way for access to the coast.
Observational
Don’t build roads in advance of development and population. Observational
TDR program is inefficient
ü Doesn’t incent transfers sufficiently for developers
ü Envision market for TDR’s in non-existent (don’t sell)
ü Further incent transfers into urban infill (clause is unclear
and needs to be expanded)
ü Provide further incentives from sending to receiving
ü Rural villages envisioned within receiving areas don’t
provide sufficient commercial capacity
ü Design and criteria for commercial locations within the
ü villages
isolate them from major transportation corridors
(making them not viable)
ü No new high speed (> 36 mph) roads built in RLSA and
Rural Fringe Sending Areas (low speed essential for
wildlife preservation)
ü Commercial development on the interior of Golden Gate
Estates goes against the Master Plan and should not
be allowed.
The taking of homes instead of a golf course for the Vanderbilt Beach Extension
should not be allowed. Observational
RLSA in Collier County did not address any concerns from DCA (7 written
concerns from Tom Pelham) Observational
RLSA and RFMUD need to be compatible with Golden Gate Master Plan
ü When RFMUD was created, land use restrictions
eliminated functionality of Golden Gate Master
Plan – Ex: Proposed location for estates commercial
Observational
RLSA has encouraged premature conversion of agriculture by:
ü Only low quality agriculture has been protected
ü By using eminent domain to provide transportation
corridors
ü Refusing to address DCA concerns
ü Using Section 189 Districts to bypass Florida’s
Growth Management Laws - Observational
GMP Elements (like RLSA, RFMUD, and Golden Gate Master Plan) need to address
the effects they have on each other:
ü Services
ü Transportation
ü Land Use
Where is the Master Watershed Management Plan? Policy 2.1.5 Conservation and
Coastal Management Element
Receiving Areas in the RFMUD need to be changed to allow services including
business, commercial and industrial can be located there to support not only the
RFMUD, but adjacent Golden Gate Estates and surrounding Communities.
Observational
DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
Fairground activities have escalated over time – both the frequency and intensity
of events disrupt the tranquility of surrounding Golden Gate Estates. Observational
Need Rural Standards for East of C.R. 951 (development standards, roads, dark
skies, etc.) Policy 1.5 Capital Improvements Element
In Golden Gate Estates, commercial development was [mostly] to occur on periphery,
and [interior] commercial was to be small scale/small magnitude. Peripheral
commercial can be larger in magnitude – that is acceptable. Observational -
GGAMP Restudy
There should be a minimum residency period requirement to serve on Committee(s)
that can change, or influence change to, the Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP),
e.g. 5 years. Programmatic
For development in the Rural Lands Stewardship Area (RLSA), Golden Gate Estates
residents are not included/engaged – their input is not sought though RLSA
development may impact GGE. Observational
Proposed large commercial development at Golden Gate Blvd. and Wilson Blvd.
is out of character, destroys aesthetics [referring to proposed GMP amendment
petition CP-2008-1]. Observational
Staff involved in projects, plans, etc. need to have familiarity with the affected area.
Staff should live in the area or at least tour the area to get familiar with, and better
understand, the area. Observational
More comprehensive approach needed when planning east of 951; GGE, RLSA,
Rural Fringe Mixed Use District (RFMUD) planning affects one another (drainage,
roads, resources, commercial and industrial services). Objective 4
Future Land Use Element
Need to plan for Golden Gate Estates long-term – consider build-out.
Observational
Road corridors serving urban areas should be routed around rural areas so as
to maintain community character. Observational-GGAMP Restudy
Plans for east of 951 aren’t flexible enough to accommodate change in growth
rate. Observational
The Collier Interactive Growth Model (CIGM) is slow to react to demographic
changes. Observational
Need a Community Center within Golden Gate Estates. Observational
Need larger, more effective buffers around commercial development and County
projects when near/affecting nearby residences. Programmatic
Goals, Objectives and Policies (GOP’s) of the GMP are not adequately
implemented. Observational
Need more public arenas for homeowners to voice concerns and opinions about
topics/problems affecting them, e.g. fairgrounds activities, water treatment plants,
mining operations. Programmatic
For Vanderbilt Beach Road Extension, should take golf course land
[for needed right-of-way], not homes. Observational
During moratorium period (reference June 22, 1999 Final Order from Florida
Administration Commission), the County did not adequately address environmental
issues, nor where/when/if additional development would be permitted, including
agriculture. Observational
Changes to the GGAMP should be the exception, not the norm. Observational
One or more East of 951 Horizon Committee Members suggested urbanizing
Golden Gate Estates. Need to preserve the rural character, per the GGAMP.
Observational
Should focus on SR 29/82 bypass as an industrial development center based in
Immokalee Area. Observational
Question whether RLSA development showing fiscal neutrality. Policy 4.8
RLSA Overlay - FLUE
County policies encourage premature conversion of agriculture lands – when
there’s no need for more residential lands. Observational
Planning period for GMP should be extended beyond 10 years. Policy 5.4 CIE
Provide concurrency with Transportation projects/plans. Policy 2.1 Transportation
Element
Need a re-study of GGAMP – need to program for it and provide funding.
Observational
WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION
With a future unpredictable climate we cannot depend on previous historical levels
of water. Observational
Develop new tools to predict future water availability. Policy 1.3 of Potable Water
Sub-Element
GMP elements need to consider the effects they have on each other
ü Available water supply
ü Waste Management (Landfills)
ü Drainage Observational
If and when sea levels rise, what has the BCB done to keep water in the Eastern
Collier area fresh and apart from encroaching seas? Observational– Major Issue-
Climate Change
The County has let the residents down by acquiescing in the FIRM. Observational
The County has failed to provide guidance to the people who will need a LOMA.
Programmatic
The County has failed to limit growth based on available resources. Objective 2
(Financial Feasibility) Capital Improvements Element
The County has failed to consider the cumulative effect of deep aquifer withdrawal.
Observational
The County has failed to develop a County-wide Storm water Plan. Objective 2.1
Conservation and Coastal Management Element
Canals not cleaned (algae and weeds cover canal along Frangipani Ave.) Algae
sheet sunk (causing future problems for fish and drainage). Programmatic
C 7 connector has better flow due to culverts being installed. Observational
FEMA elevations too large a burden during severe recession. Observational
GMP criteria in relation to new EPA proposed nutrient criteria for Florida, impact,
fiscal
ü Harper analysis expanded beyond just nitrates
phosphates.
Need more efficient water management of rural areas east of 951 to prevent
flooding and being rezoned to flood area. Observational
The new Flood Insurance is unacceptable. Observational
The County should protest FIRM. Observational
If flooding is a problem, don’t allow additional buildings and asphalt
(which can impact their neighbors). Observational
Ditches and swales are not being cleaned and cleared; and driveways do not
have proper culverts. Programmatic
Standing water only 3 times (’95, ’06 and ’08) the same time the county took readings.
Programmatic
County Government has failed to implement the Watershed Management Plan into
which all other Construction and Coastal Elements, Goals and Objectives were
to be involved. Observational - Objective 2.1 Conservation and Coastal
Management Element
Disappointed with County’s failure to put the ’89 GMOP LDC into place in a
timely manner. Observational
County has failed to address sustainability and quality of life for all resources.
Observational
Why don’t the 6 tables and major issues address the EAR required by the whole
GMP? Observational
The ’89 GMP required that all aspects will be evaluated, watershed by watershed
ü Where is that guidance?
All development in the urban zones and outside should be considered and evaluated
after each watershed and its characteristics were developed. Objective 2.1 Conservation
& Coastal Management Element
Failed to put into place a Watershed Management Plan. Objective 2.1 Conservation
& Coastal Management Element
Dropping water table in GG Estates, GG Estates water resources are being used by
City and other areas without benefit to GG Estates. Observational
Re-use water – can it be turned into a drinking water source? Potential waste of
re-use water is a concern (If there is no demand, why pay for treatment?) Policy 1.1
Potable Water Sub-Element.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
URBAN DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS
Encourage smart growth principles – mixed use, urban infill, walkable communities,
alternate transportation modes, and more green space. Objective 7 of the Future
Land Use Element
Encourage “experimental” zoning – cluster housing in single-family zoning,
guesthouse permanent occupancy. Policy 5.6 of the Future Land Use Element
County should create Walk only districts – by design or retroactively (close off streets) –
and not limited to commercial areas. Policy 1.1 of the Future Land Use Element
County should Reserve right-of-way for light rail. Objective 6 of the Future Land
Use Element and Objective 4 of the Transportation Element
Elements of the GMP need allow and encourage parking spaces for compact and
micro cars – with parking space credit. Land Development Code
County should be recognizing LEED principles (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) Green Building Rating SystemTM of sustainable green building
and development practices and eliminating code barriers to using alternative (green)
building materials. Objective 6 of the Economic Element
County should be recognizing LEED principles (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) Green Building Rating SystemTM of sustainable green
building and development practices. Objective 6 of the Economic Element
Regarding Item No. 2 (above) –Change the TDR program to require use of TDR’s to
obtain additional density (cluster housing, guesthouses). Policy 5.3 of the Future
Land Use Element
Elements of the GMP need to provide more incentive for non-motorized
(or Mass Transit) development. Objective 12 of the Transportation Element
TRANSPORTATION
County not adhering to Greenway Interconnectivity Policy 4.2 of Transportation
Element - the County “shall provide an interconnected and continuous bicycle and
pedestrian system by constructing improvements identified on the 2030 Pathway
Facilities Map series as funds permit”. Policy 4.2 of Transportation Element
County should be studying ideas for a 5-Year work program for pathways
(no current program). Policy 4.5 of the Transportation Element
County not adhering to Policy 4.7 of Transportation Element – bike lanes included
in resurfacing projects - the County “shall incorporate bike lanes in roadway resurfacing
projects as is physically possible and will not result in a safety or operational problem”.
Policy 4.7 of Transportation Element
Intergovernmental cooperation involving the County not strong enough to achieve the
intended functional sidewalk/path Interconnectivity with school property (pathways).
Objective 4 of Transportation Element
County should be studying ideas to allocate existing lanes to public transit, including
dedicated transit lanes, restricted SOV lanes, carpool lanes, etc... Objective 12 of
Transportation Element
County not offering adequate access to Mass Transit, including enhanced routes,
dedicated mass transit lanes, etc… Policy 12.10 of Transportation Element
County not doing enough to require mix of land uses. Policy 5.6 of the Future Land
Use Element
RFMUD – (Rural Fringe Mixed Use District)
Adjustment to Transfer of Development Rights (2005) program not producing
desired result. Wholesale comment on Overlay
Application process for severances & transfers not fair to all receiving agencies.
Land Development Code
Need more specifics of Land Management Plan required for TDR credit No.3.
Cost associated with severance process prohibited. Land Development Code
The County should develop a unified LMP for area. Future Land Use Element –
Rural Fringe Mixed Use District Overlay
County should be studying ideas for TDR’s to be applied beyond RFMUD. Future
Land Use Element – Rural Fringe Mixed Use District Overlay-Additional TDR
Provisions
County should be studying ideas to have a TDR education program. Programmatic
TDR’s should be open to be used in Urban Area. Future Land Use Element –
Rural Fringe Mixed Use District Overlay-Additional TDR Provisions
Look at Marion County TDR Program. Informational
RLSA –(Rural Lands Stewardship Area)
County should be studying impacts of RLSA potential development and their
effect on Estates (i.e. ground water, drainage, long-term effects). Policy 3.1
of Future Land Use Element – Rural Lands Stewardship Area Overlay
LRTP not showing specifics of RLSA. Informational
County Government not providing awareness of development schedule of
C.R. 951. Informational
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
County does not do enough to provide housing opportunities in close proximity
to employment centers. Policy 1.4 of the Housing Element
County does not do enough to encourage or mandate workforce housing
component for development. Policy 1.3 of the Housing Element
Waivers for impact fees for affordable housing projects. Policy 2.10 of the
Housing Element
County does not sufficiently address low income housing (provide incentives).
Policy 2.3 of the Housing Element
County should provide land for affordable housing. Policy 2.10 of the Housing
Element
County should be studying ideas for multiple units on single-family lots. Future
Land Use
Designation Description Section – Density Rating System
County should be studying ideas for lofts above garages, etc. to provide
affordable housing opportunities. Future Land Use Designation Description Section –
Density Rating System
Coordinate transportation network with location of affordable housing units. Policy 1.4
of the Housing Element
CLIMATE CHANGE
County should be studying ideas to target Green House Gas sources – besides
transportation
County should be studying ideas to address lack of energy efficiency plans
County should be studying ideas to address need to plan for Sea Level Rise
County should be studying ideas to access & connect State Parks with County Network
WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION
County should re-evaluate monitoring and maintenance procedures for nutrient
loads/pollution/water quality. Objective 1 of the Drainage Sub-Element
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