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Meeting Name: Development Review Committee Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/2/2025 9:00 AM Action Summary status: Draft  
Meeting location: Office of the County Engineer
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     MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ADVISED THAT THIS MEETING / HEARING IS A PUBLIC PROCEEDING, AND THE CLERK TO THE BOARD IS MAKING AN AUDIO RECORDING OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND ALL STATEMENTS MADE DURING THE PROCEEDINGS, WHICH RECORDING WILL BE A PUBLIC RECORD, SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE UNDER THE PUBLIC RECORDS LAW OF FLORIDA. BE AWARE, HOWEVER, THAT THE AUDIO RECORDING MAY NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT FOR A VERBATIM TRANSCRIPT OF THE PROCEEDINGS, DESCRIBED IN THE NOTICE OF THIS MEETING, IN THE EVENT YOU DESIRE TO APPEAL ANY DECISION ADOPTED IN THIS PROCEEDING.   Not available
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   2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE   Not available
   3. ADOPT THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:   Not available
2025-19318 13.1.MinutesMay 19, 2025   Not available
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   5. CONSENT AGENDA: STAFF HAS REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDS APPROVAL   Not available
2025-19319 15.1.ConsentDebonair Estates - Final Plat Project #2020090102 #32856 Rogers Engineering   Not available
2025-19320 15.2.ConsentMichelle Branham Property - Waiver Request for Family Division Project #2024080022 #32858 Parcel #39274-001-00 Tyler Pulvermuller LDC 2.16.1.B(10) - Family Division CODE state a parcel of record as of January 1, 1992 that is not located in a recognized subdivision or an Ag Lot Split. and is located in the Rural Lands may be subdivided for use of immediate family members for their primary residences. Within the Farmland Preservation Area, each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least three (3) acres in size. Within the Rural Lands. outside of the Farmland Preservation Area each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least one (1) acre in size. In the Urban Area, only parcels of record as of January 1, 1992 which are Low Residential property exceeding two (2) acres in size may be divided for the use of immediate family members for their primary residences up to the maximum density of one (1) dwelling unit per gross acre. Immediate family is defined as grandparent, parent, step-parent, adopted parent, sibling, child, step-child,    Not available
2025-19321 15.3.ConsentCalesa Township - Chestnut Grove - Preliminary Plat Project #2025010020 #32356 Tillman & Associates Engineering   Not available
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2025-19322 16.1.New BusinessFreedom Commons Ph 1 - Standalone Waiver Request Armstrong Freedom Commons Ph 1; Marion Ranch Phase 1 Project #2021110094 #32794 Parcel #35623-007-01 Tillman & Associates Engineering LDC 6.8.6.A - Buffers CODE states It is the intent of this section to eliminate or reduce the negative impacts of the adjacent uses upon each other such that the long-term continuance of either use is not threatened by such impacts and the uses may be considered compatible. APPLICANT states Part A: Request waiver to allow the existing trees and underbrush along the west boundary to satisfy requirements instead of the proposed hedge and trees. The existing trees (a mix of oaks and pines) and underbrush meet tree and screening requirements. Any remaining visual gaps in the underbrush will be planted with drought tolerant (unirrigated) shrubs and grasses to attain a height of three to four feet. Part B: Buffer is currently located in Marion County owned right-of-way. As agreed upon, additional planted screening, necessary to fill any gaps, will be planted after said right-of-way is vacated.    Not available
2025-19323 16.2.New BusinessFreedom Commons Phase 5 (Previously Approved AR#31041) - Standalone Waiver Request Project #2024010034 #32857 Parcel #35730-000-00 Tillman & Associate Engineering LDC 6.8.6.K(5) - Buffers CODE states E-Type buffer shall consist of a five-foot wide landscape strip without a buffer wall. The buffer shall contain at least four shade trees for every 100 lineal feet or fractional part thereof. Shrubs shall be planted in a double-staggered row and be capable of reaching a maintained height of six feet within three years. Groundcovers and/or turfgrass shall not be used in this buffer. APPLICANT requests a waiver pursuant to the development conditions (#210805Z approved 8/17/2021) and the approved master plan (#27553 approved 12/19/22), a type ā€˜E’ buffer is required along the west boundary (along The Pines at Ocala Crossings South). Due to the comparable lots at Ocala Crossings (40’ wide lots) and Freedom 5 (50’ wide lots), the west buffer is not required per LDC between these compatible uses. Additionally, Ocala Crossings has installed a privacy fence along the existing lots    Not available
2025-19324 16.3.New BusinessShiflett Property- Waiver Request to Major Site Plan 12101 N Magnolia Ave Bldg Office Ocala Project #2025050039 #32848 Parcel #08458-001-01 Tillman & Associates Engineering LDC 2.21.1.A(1) - Major Site Plan CODE states a Major Site Plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of a Building Permit or prior to the construction of site improvements when proposed improvements exceed any of the following thresholds: (1) Collectively, all existing and proposed impervious ground coverage equals or exceeds 35 percent of the gross site area or 9,000 square feet. APPLICANT requests a waiver for residential project on 5.72 acres (A1). Owner to add 2,362 square feet impervious coverage for a pool and patio and 2,500 square feet future impervious allowance. Existing impervious is 41,399 square feet (16.62%) per MCPA. Total impervious will be 46,261 square feet (18.57%). Applicant request approval of waiver to work with staff on a mutually and agreeable solution for stormwater controls.   Not available
2025-19325 16.4.New BusinessMulti-Family NW 57th Ct - 1 Quadruplex - Waiver Request to a Minor Site Plan in Review Project #2025020048 #32505 Parcel #2164-003-013 Linn Engineering and Design LDC 6.8.6.K(1) - Buffers CODE states A-Type buffer shall consist of a 30-foot wide landscape strip without a buffer wall. The buffer shall contain at least three shade trees and five accent/ornamental trees for every 100 lineal feet or fractional part thereof. Shrubs and groundcovers, excluding turfgrass, shall comprise at least 50 percent of the required buffer area and shall form a layered landscape screen with a minimum height of three feet achieved within one year of planting. APPLICANT requests a waiver to reduce the buffer size from 30-foot to 15-foot LDC 6.12.12 - Sidewalks CODE states at the discretion of the Development Review Committee, in lieu of construction along external streets, the developer may pay a sidewalk fee to the County in an amount necessary to complete construction. This amount shall be determined by the project engineer and approved by the County with payment required prior t   Not available
2025-19326 16.5.New BusinessMulti-Family NW 57th Ct - 1 Quadruplex - Waiver Request to a Minor Site Plan in Review Project #2025020020 #32468 Parcel #2164-003-011 Linn Engineering and Design LDC 6.8.6.K(1) - Buffers CODE states A-Type buffer shall consist of a 30-foot wide landscape strip without a buffer wall. The buffer shall contain at least three shade trees and five accent/ornamental trees for every 100 lineal feet or fractional part thereof. Shrubs and groundcovers, excluding turfgrass, shall comprise at least 50 percent of the required buffer area and shall form a layered landscape screen with a minimum height of three feet achieved within one year of planting. APPLICANT requests a waiver to reduce the buffer size from 30-foot to 15-foot LDC 6.12.12 - Sidewalks CODE states at the discretion of the Development Review Committee, in lieu of construction along external streets, the developer may pay a sidewalk fee to the County in an amount necessary to complete construction. This amount shall be determined by the project engineer and approved by the County with payment required prior to    Not available
2025-19327 16.6.New BusinessMulti-Family NW 58th Ct - Waiver Request to a Minor Site Plan in Review Project #2024040100 #31472 Parcel #2164-001-014 Linn Engineering and Design LDC 6.8.6.K(1) - Buffers CODE states A-Type buffer shall consist of a 30-foot wide landscape strip without a buffer wall. The buffer shall contain at least three shade trees and five accent/ornamental trees for every 100 lineal feet or fractional part thereof. Shrubs and groundcovers, excluding turfgrass, shall comprise at least 50 percent of the required buffer area and shall form a layered landscape screen with a minimum height of three feet achieved within one year of planting. APPLICANT requests a waiver to reduce the buffer size from 30-foot to 15-foot LDC 6.12.12 - Sidewalks CODE states at the discretion of the Development Review Committee, in lieu of construction along external streets, the developer may pay a sidewalk fee to the County in an amount necessary to complete construction. This amount shall be determined by the project engineer and approved by the County with payment required prior to final plan appr   Not available
2025-19330 16.7.New BusinessNew Highschool School CCC - Waiver Request to Major Site Plan in Review 1350 SW 165th St Ocala Project #2024090034 #32003 Parcel #44849-000-00 Marion County Public Schools LDC 6.10.2 - General Requirements CODE states an application for any new development or expansion of existing development, located within a high recharge or karst sensitive area as designated by the appropriate water management district or Marion County maps, shall submit an analysis of site conditions in sufficient detail to define hydraulic and geologic conditions which may guide mining, land development, or construction activities on the proposed site. APPLICANT requests a waiver to the Karst Analysis requirement. A review checklist for MCPS projects is in process with Marion County administrative staff and is expected to be limited to issues of health, safety, and those that impact County facilities or rights-of-way. LDC 7.1.3 - Drainage Construction Specifications CODE states the use of reinforced concrete pipe shall conform to FDOT Standard Specifications. Other pipe material may be al   Not available
2025-19331 16.8.New BusinessBaseline Road Industrial - Waiver Request to Major Site Plan in Review 6259 SE 78th St Ocala Project #2024050052 #32452 Parcel #37490-000-00 Kimley-Horn & Associates This item was tabled by DRC on 3/31/25 and 4/7/25. This is a request to be reheard. LDC 6.13.6.A(3)(c) - Stormwater Quality Criteria CODE states Dry retention systems that have a depth of six feet or less, measured from top of bank to pond bottom, with side slopes that are no steeper than 4:1 and sodded bottoms. APPLICANT requests waiver to allow a stormwater pond depth of 7.5 feet. Similar pond depths have been approved on like-use projects in the County. Geotechnical borings do not indicate karst features area present in the pond excavation.   Not available
2025-19332 16.9.New BusinessWestwood Trails PUD (FKA Villa Verde PUD) Preliminary Plat - Waiver Request to Preliminary Plat in Review 7875 SW 75th Ave Ocala Project #2023050058 #32332 Parcel #35461-000-00 Mastroserio Engineering LDC 2.12.8 - Current boundary and topographic survey CODE states Current boundary and topographic survey (one-foot contour intervals extending 100 feet beyond the project boundary) based upon accepted vertical datum. Surveys will be less than 12 months old and accurately reflect current site conditions, meeting standards set forth in Ch. 5J-17 FAC. Alternate topographic data may be accepted if pre-approved by the Marion County Land Surveyor. APPLICANT requests a waiver to not require an updated topographic survey for the development. No changes have been made to the site. LDC 6.12.9.K - Subdivision roads and related infrastructure CODE states Centerline radii shall be designed to accommodate the minimum design speed of 30 mph for subdivision local and minor local roads, 40 mph for major local and collector roads, and 45 mph for arterial roads in accordance with F   Not available
2025-19333 16.10.New BusinessArden Of Ocala - Rezoning to PUD With Master Plan Crosspointe Estates Residential Subdivision PUD High Point Apartments 6650 SE Maricamp Rd Ocala Project #2007120013 #32799 Parcel #37471-013-00 Dave Schmitt, P.E.   Not available
2025-19334 16.11.New BusinessQuire, Stout & McCord River House - Waiver Request to Major Site Plan 9677 SW 190th Avenue Rd Dunnellon Project #2025050040 #32849 Parcel #34651-000-00 Genesis Construction & Management LDC 2.21.1.A(1) - Major Site Plan CODE states a Major Site Plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of a Building Permit or prior to the construction of site improvements when proposed improvements exceed any of the following thresholds: (1) Collectively, all existing and proposed impervious ground coverage equals or exceeds 35 percent of the gross site area or 9,000 square feet. APPLICANT requests a waiver to add additional impervious for new screen porch and connecting sidewalks, total of 432 square feet.   Not available
2025-19335 16.12.New BusinessDevault Concrete Pool - Waiver Request to Major Site Plan 1361 SE 63rd Court Rd Ocala Project #2025050061 #32878 Parcel #3188-037-000 Permit #2025032839 Koah Pools LDC 2.21.1.A(1) - Major Site Plan CODE states A Major Site Plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of a Building Permit or prior to the construction of site improvements when proposed improvements exceed any of the following thresholds: (1) Collectively, all existing and proposed impervious ground coverage equals or exceeds 35 percent of the gross site area or 9,000 square feet. APPLICANT states permit denied due to impermeable areas. Requested waiver and updated site plan.   Not available
2025-19336 16.13.New BusinessMiller, Robert & Dawnaian S. - Waiver Request for Family Division Project #2003050014 #32812 Parcel # 09865-000-14 Robert and Dawnaian S. Miller LDC 2.16.1.B(10) - Family Division CODE state a parcel of record as of January 1, 1992 that is not located in a recognized subdivision or an Ag Lot Split. and is located in the Rural Lands may be subdivided for use of immediate family members for their primary residences. Within the Farmland Preservation Area, each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least three (3) acres in size. Within the Rural Lands. outside of the Farmland Preservation Area each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least one (1) acre in size. In the Urban Area, only parcels of record as of January 1, 1992 which are Low Residential property exceeding two (2) acres in size may be divided for the use of immediate family members for their primary residences up to the maximum density of one (1) dwelling unit per gross acre. Immediate family is defined as grandparent, parent, step-parent, adopted parent, sibling, chil   Not available
2025-19337 16.14.New BusinessTed and Nancy Costello - Waiver Request for Family Division Project #2025050034 #32840 Parcel # 36658-001-00 James Hartley LDC 2.16.1.B(10) - Family Division CODE states a parcel of record as of January 1, 1992 that is not located in a recognized subdivision or an Ag Lot Split. and is located in the Rural Lands may be subdivided for use of immediate family members for their primary residences. Within the Farmland Preservation Area, each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least three (3) acres in size. Within the Rural Lands. outside of the Farmland Preservation Area each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least one (1) acre in size. In the Urban Area, only parcels of record as of January 1, 1992 which are Low Residential property exceeding two (2) acres in size may be divided for the use of immediate family members for their primary residences up to the maximum density of one (1) dwelling unit per gross acre. Immediate family is defined as grandparent, parent, step-parent, adopted parent, sibling, child, step-child, adopte   Not available
2025-19338 16.15.New BusinessRichard Monroe - Waiver Request for Family Division Project #2025050041 #32851 Parcel # 41510-002-00 Richard Monroe LDC 2.16.1.B(10) - Family Division CODE states a parcel of record as of January 1, 1992 that is not located in a recognized subdivision or an Ag Lot Split. and is located in the Rural Lands may be subdivided for use of immediate family members for their primary residences. Within the Farmland Preservation Area, each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least three (3) acres in size. Within the Rural Lands. outside of the Farmland Preservation Area each of the new tract and the remaining parent tract must be at least one (1) acre in size. In the Urban Area, only parcels of record as of January 1, 1992 which are Low Residential property exceeding two (2) acres in size may be divided for the use of immediate family members for their primary residences up to the maximum density of one (1) dwelling unit per gross acre. Immediate family is defined as grandparent, parent, step-parent, adopted parent, sibling, child, step-child, adopted chil   Not available
   7. CONCEPTUAL REVIEW ITEMS: NONE   Not available
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