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Planning & Zoning Commission/ Local Planning Agency Minutes June 12, 2019 Page 9 Mr. Henson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the request. Mr. Willard "Gary" Ives, 2325 Sierra Lane, Maitland, Florida came forward. Mr. Ives requested an 8 -foot fence on the east and the south side of the development. Mr. Henson stated that the fence would be constructed adjacent to the residential property. Mr. Ives requested that the developer plant bamboo to provide a higher screening. It was stated that bamboo is an invasive plant. A discussion ensued regarding the location of the 8 -foot fence. Mr, Fathelbab explained that constructing an 8 -foot fence abutting the residential properties to the east and southern property lines meets the intent of the request. Mr. Acevedo committed to constructing an 8 -foot fence adjacent to the residential properties. Mr. Manuel Lamarche, 2348 Sierra Lane, Maitland, Florida came forward to speak. He said he is the neighbor that would be looking at the 8 -foot fence. He was concerned with the size of the tree canopy. Mr. Fathelbab explained that the applicant is proposing five (5) new trees for the site and there are six (6) existing trees that would remain along the southern property line. He said there would be eleven (11) trees buffering the residents from the new development. Mr. Fathelbab said the applicant is proposing four (4) trees for the development and two (2) existing trees are remaining along the eastern property line. A Commissioner expressed thoughts and concerns regarding fences and tree removal with the consistency of a recent workshop and city initiatives. Mr. Henson asked for a motion to address SPR 19-03, Mr. Hale made a motion that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the major site plan application SPR 19-03 for 547 Lake Howell Road (Lake Howell Crossing — Townhomes) and the recommendation is based on the findings of fact and conclusions of the staff report dated June 12, 2019, and subject to the six (6) conditions outlined in the staff report, adding an additional condition of approval that a suitable 8' fence would be installed along the east and south property lines adjoining neighboring residences including Attachments A -G. Mr. Bowman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Tenth Item of Business: SPR 19-04: 2610 South U.S. Highway 17-92. A major site plan request to construct a 3,800 square foot Sunday school building for an existing place of worship.