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Planning & Zoning Commission/ Local Planning Agency December 12, 2012 Page 2 No disclosure of Ex Par le Communications was made by the Commissioners. Mr. Wadley congratulated Mr. Sorensen on passing his American Institute of Certified Planner's exam. He said it requires a minimum level of education, years of experience and hours of study. He said it is a tremendous accomplishment. The Commission congratulated Mr. Sorensen. Fifth Item of Business: SPR 12.19: Scott C. Henry Continued. Tree replacement waiver request for the property located at 27 -29 Jackson Court, Casselberry, Florida. Ms. Marie Regan, Planner Il, reviewed the information provided in her memorandum dated December 12, 2012, to the City of Casselberry Planning and Zoning Commission (a copy is on file in the Community Development Department). Ms. Regan clarified that at the last meeting the applicant stated that Mr. Jason Sorensen, Planner I, told the applicant he could have a full tree waiver. Ms. Regan stated that Mr. Sorensen informed the applicant of the process for the tree replacement waiver. Ms. Regan made a correction to the staff memo that was included in the agenda packet stating the contribution to the tree bank fund should read $220 and not $250. Ms. Regan provided a PowerPoint presentation (a copy is attached and made a part of the minutes). Ms, Regan said staff does not find that a full waiver is warranted; therefore, staff recommends denial of the applicant's request for a full reduction to the tree replacement requirements. She said staff recommends a reduction to 1 tree at 2,5" DBH, species to be specified by staff or payment into the City Tree Bank in the amount of $220. She said staff requests the Planning and Zoning Commission make a determination on the applicant's request. Ms. Regan stated that staffs recommendation has taken into account the issues related to the site and has proposed the minimum tree replacement requirement and offered the minimum tree bank contribution. In response to the Commission's question, Ms. Regan stated that she spoke with the applicant regarding staff's recommendation allowing a minimum tree replacement and the applicant stated he wanted to continue with his request for the full tree replacement waiver. Mr. Meadows asked the applicant to come forward. Mr. Scott Henry, 4765 Lonsdale Circle, Orlando, Florida came forward. Mr. Henry said the tree on the property was dropping branches and caused damage to the electrical wiring. He said that he spoke with Mr. Sorensen regarding the tree replacement requirements and Mr. Sorensen