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Planning & 'Zoning Commission/ Local Planning Agency Minutes April 10, 2024 Page The applicant is seeking to make the zoning designation consistent with its current FLUM of Medium Density Residential. The current zoning is R-12.5 (Low Density Single -Family), which is inconsistent per ULDR Section 2-4.2. All the adjacent properties on the west side of the water way, among others in the surrounding area, have a FLUM designation of Medium Density Residential. The proposed rezoning to RMF -13 (Medium Density Multifamily) resolves the inconsistency by making the land entitlements consistent according to our Comprehensive Plan. As mentioned previously, immediately to the east is a waterway that is City owned, and to the west are residential homes followed by condos. The proposed amendment to the Zoning Map is consistent with the following Comprehensive Plan Policies and Objectives, Objective FLU 1. Coordinate Future Land Use, Policy FLU 1.2. Medium Density Residential, Policy FLU 5.1. Mandatory Utility Hook Up. Staff has considered the surrounding property future land uses and zoning and finds that a zoning designation of RMF -13 is appropriate. The purpose of RMF -13 per our ULDR states that the intent of the zoning district is to act as a buffer between low density residential areas and more intense development. The proposed plan, which will be submitted as a minor site plan, indicates that the maximum the .85 -acre property can accommodate is I1 dwelling units. Further, the proposed plans maintain a residential appearance and thus, have the potential to increase ad valorum revenue. The property also acts as an appropriate buffer between the existing LDR and multifamily properties. That said, while no new development is proposed, the applicant intends to apply for a minor site plan to add three more dwelling units within the existing garages. Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of case number ZMA 24-04 to the City Commission, based on the staff report and the testimony and evidence presented, that the request meets the applicable provisions of the ULDR and is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan as per the written findings in the staff report. Discussion: Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission asked questions of staff. Edmund Bakalla, Chairman asked if there was a representative present to speak to this item. Valerie Herrel, 1450 Wald Road, Orlando, came forward and addressed the Commission. Audience Participation: Chairman Bakalla asked if there was anyone in the audience to speak about this item. Several residents came forward to speak about this item. Mr. Jaron Brownell, 319 Seminola Boulevard, addressed the Commission and voiced his concerns about the proposed zoning amendment. Ms. Michelle Brownell, 319 Seminola Boulevard, addressed the Commission and voiced her concerns about the proposed zoning amendment. Discussion: The commission discussed this item at length. Mr. Bryan stated his concerns and opposition to the proposed zoning amendment. MOTION: Ms. Stanley moved that the Planning and Zoning Commission, acting as the City's Local Planning Agency, recommend approval of case number ZMA 24- 04 to the City Commission, based on the staff report and the testimony and evidence presented, that the request meets the applicable provisions of the ULDR and is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan as per the written findings in the staff report. Mr. Bryan voted nay. The Commission was polled.