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EAC Agenda 04/17/1991 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL AGENDA April 17, 1991 8:45 A.M. I. ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES III. ADDENDA IV. STAFF REPORT A. PROPOSED ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL V. OLD BUSINESS A. R-90-26: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. , representing Henk Morelisse, Jr. , of Dynabel Investments, Ltd. ; requesting a zoning change from A-2 and A-2 ST to PUD "Dynabel". Continued from 3/20/1991 EAC meeting. B. R-90-37: George L. Varnadoe, Esquire of Young, van Assenderp, Varnadoe and Benton, P. A. , representing Antaramian Development Corporation; requesting a zoning change from PUD and RT to PUD "Point Marco". Continued from 1/16/1991 EAC meeting. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PUD-80-20(1) : Donald A. Pickworth of Asbell, Hains, Doyle & Pickworth, P. A. , representing Royal Marco Developments; requesting a PUD Amendment to "Hideaway Beach". B. PUD-84-25(1) /DOA-91-3: Rick Hedlund of Team Plan, Inc. , representing Naples Associates; requesting a PUD Amendment and a Development Order Amendment to "Pine Air Lakes" . C. PU-91-1: Robert K. Lockhart of Lockhart Engineering Inc. , representing Southfield Farms LTD, V; requesting a provisional use 3 (a) & 3 (b) of A-2 zoning district for earth mining and extraction & related processing. /"•, D. R-91-5/SMP-91-5: Robert L. Duane of Hole, Montes & Associates, Inc. , representing Daniel R. Monaco, Trustee; requesting a zoning change from A-2 to PUD and Subdivision Master Plan approval for "MOCAKE". E. PUD-87-12 (1) : Robert H. Flinn of Audubon Joint Venture; requesting a PUD Amendment to Audubon Country Club. F. R-91-4/SMP-91-7: Reed Jarvi/Steve Ball of Agnoli, Barber & Brundage, Inc. , representing Dolphin Cove Partnership; requesting a zoning change from PUD to RSF-3 and Subdivision Master Plan approval for "Dolphin Cove". VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. DISCUSSION OF ADDENDA IX. ADJOURNMENT X. WORKSHOP ************************************************************* NOTES: n A. Notify PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Staff) (643-8470) no later than 5 P.M. on Monday April 15, 1991, if you cannot attend this meeting or if you have conflict and thus will abstain from voting on a particular petition. B. Please refer to notice on first floor, Building F, for the location of the E.A.C. meeting. C. Items added after agenda was sent out. D. No action since last Council meeting. E. On January 7, 1987 the E.A.C. adopted a policy that any person addressing the E.A.C. on behalf of any organization must present a letter from said organization acknowledging them as a representative empowered to make policy related comments on that subject. ************************************************************* PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL A, DECISION OF THIS BOARD WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS PERTAINING THERETO, AND THEREFORE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. �-. ********** *********** ********** ************************************************************* MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL DATE: March 20, 1991 TIME: 8 : 45 A.M. PLACE: 3rd Floor Boardroom, Building "F" , Collier County Government Center, Naples, Florida EAC STAFF PRESENT Martin X Burgeson X Brown ABS Lawson X Turrell X Reischl X Addison X Madajewski X Neale X Palen X Prynoski X Worsham X MINUTES BY: Annette Guevin and Wanda Arrighi , Deputy Clerks CALLED TO ORDER AT: 9 : 00 A.M. ADJOURNED: 11 : 35 A.M. PRESIDING: David Addison ADDENDA TO THE AGENDA: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES : February 20, 1991 Page 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 ***** ITEM: APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale to approve the Minutes of January 16, 1991 . Seconded by Mr. Turrell. Carried 4/0. Made by Mr. Neale to approve the Minutes of February 20,1991 . Seconded by Dr. Martin. Carried 4/0. ***** ITEM: OLD BUSINESS EAB Review Criteria COMMENTS: John Madajewski , Project Review Services Manager, communicated that there seems to be a misun- derstanding with regard to a portion of the cri- teria within the proposed Environmental Advisory Board (EAB) Ordinance. He requested that the scope of review to be undertaken by the EAB be clarified. Eric Worsham, Project Review Services, explained the first item on the proposed review criteria con- sists of anything required to be reviewed by EAC or EAB by ordinance. He said an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is listed as an example, however, the intent is if the EIS is considered insufficient and not acceptable to Staff, the petitioner would then come before the EAB. He stated that does not mean everything requiring an EIS would be heard before the EAB. Mr. Turrell communicated his understanding that any petition requiring an EIS or for some reason is controversial, would be heard by the EAB, to which Mr . Neale agreed. Mr. Madajewski indicated that Staff will revise the scope of review to include any petition requiring an EIS will be heard by the EAB. *** Reconsideration - PDA-90-11 Alan D. Reynolds, AICP of Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. , representing Lely Development Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 Corporation, Inc. ; requesting a PUD Amendment to "Lely A Resort Community" to add Welcome Centers. Alan Reynolds explained this item was heard at the 2/20/91 meeting, at which time stipulations were added by Staff . He said after further discussion with Staff, it has been agreed that the Lely Resort project will be coming back within 90-120 days with a more comprehensive PUD amendment , at which time it will be more appropriate to discuss those sti- pulations. Mr . Madajewski indicated Staff ' s agreement and recommended that the Council vote to reconsider the petition and remove the stipulations imposed at the 2/20/91 meeting. MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale, Seconded by Dr. Martin and carried 4/0, that upon reconsideration of Petition PDA-90-11 , the stipulations imposed at the 2/20/91 meeting be removed from the PDA document subject to those issues being addressed by Staff during the comprehensive PDA to be submitted within the next 120 days. ***** PETITION NO. R-90-8 FILED BY/FOR: Robert L. Duane, AICP of Hole, Mantes & Associates, Inc . REQUESTING: A zoning change from RSF-4 to PUD "Island Oasis" REPRESENTED BY: Robert Duane and Terry Cole COMMENTS: Mr. Neale withdrew from the Council for discussion of this item because of a conflict of interest . Mr. Duane explained the subject property is comprised primarily of a borrow pit that the peti- tioner intends to partially fill , leaving approxi- mately a 1 . 6 acre lake upon which single family and multi-family residences will be clustered. He indicated the petitioner is in agreement with all the stipulations imposed by Staff . Terry Cole with Hole, Montes & Associates, Inc. , stated the subject site is surrounded by developed Page 3 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 uplands and contains a large borrow pit excavated to obtain fill for the surrounding development . He said the pit contains only cattails, does not represent a viable wetland and significant adverse environmental impacts are not anticipated to occur as a result of the proposed project . He noted a protected species survey as well as studies with regard to water management will need to be obtained. Dr. Martin commented that the petitioner is pro- posing a significant change that the Council may feel more comfortable considering when data is pre- sented that would substantiate the proposal to be an enhancement rather than just a fill project . Mr . Duane mentioned that the property as presently zoned is allowed to develop at four units per acre, however , the petitioner feels the PUD is a better way to approach overall site development . He said it will create much more open space and a greater separation between adjoining properties. He indi- cated the petitioner has not performed the required studies because typically, that expense is not undertaken until after a determination has been made on the appropriate use of a property. SPEAKERS FOR PETITION SPEAKERS AGAINST PETITION Ken Hunt Ray Travaglio (phonetic) Diane Chestnut (presented petition from surrounding property owners) Mr. Duane suggested if the project is approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the petitioner is in agreement to return to the EAC prior to final development order approval . MOTION: Made by Mr. Turrell to recommend to the Board of County Commissioners denial of Petition R-90-8 pending receipt and review of a detailed species survey, water quality monitoring/water management studies, an environmental impact statement and documentation that the proposed development has a positive environmental impact on this unique habi- tat. Should Petition R-90-8 be approved by the Board of County Commissioners, petitioner is in Page 4 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 agreement that this request will return to the authorized Collier County environmental advisory group prior to final development order approval. Seconded by Dr. Martin. Carried 3/0 (Mr. Neale abstained) . *** Recess: 10: 20 A.M. - Reconvened: 10: 35 A.M. *** ***** PETITION NO. Petition R-91-3/SMP-91-4 FILED BY/FOR: Hassan Kamal of B. S . E. Consultants, Inc. REQUESTING: A zoning change from RMF-12 to RSF-4 and sub- division master plan approval for "Lakeside at Victoria Park" REPRESENTED BY: Hassan Kamal COMMENTS: Mr. Kamal requested approval for a zoning change and subdivision master plan for a 8 . 75 acre parcel located within Victoria Park Subdivision. He noted the present zoning is RMF-12 and the petitioner is requesting a rezone to RSF-4 for 20 single family lots, approximately 1/4 to 1/3 acre in size surrounding Lake Victoria. He reported that the petitioner is in agreement with the concept of Staff ' s stipulations; however, with regard to the conservation drainage easement buffer, he noted that a portion of the area is outside the project limits, therefore, not within the control of the developer . Mr. Turrell suggested that Staff ' s stipulation be approved which will ensure that the areas within the petitioner ' s property are maintained. MOTION: Made by Mr. Neale seconded by Dr. Martin and carried 4/0, to recommend approval of Petition R-91-3/SMP-91-4 subject to Staff's stipulation, amended as follows: STIPULATION: 1 . A buffer easement to be located on the peti- tioner ' s property as it exists prior to impro- vement , extending from one foot above the design high water elevation of the lake to two Page 5 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 feet below the design high water elevation and extending around the entire perimeter of the lake segment within the boundaries of this rezone petition shall be recorded on the plat and indicated on the construction plans as a conservation/drainage easement , that shall be maintained with emergent aquatic vegetation. ***** PETITION NO. R-90-26 FILED BY/FOR: Alan D. Reynolds, AICP of Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. , representing Henk Morelisse, Jr . , of Dynabel Investments, Ltd. REQUESTING: A zoning change from A-2 & A-2 ST to PUD "Dynabel" . REPRESENTED BY: Alan D. Reynolds COMMENTS: Mr. Madajewski advised that subsequent to a recent meeting with the developer, additional changes have been suggested which Staff has not had the oppor- tunity to thoroughly review as of this meeting. Mr . Addison suggested that Staff and the petitioner be allowed to work out their differences prior to proceeding with this application. Mr . Reynolds indicated the developer as well as various support personnel are available at this meeting and willing to proceed with their presen- tations, at the discretion of the Council . He agreed that additional debate is necessary due tc the proposed language within the stipulations. It was the consensus that Petition R-90-26 be con- tinued to allow Staff and the petitioner time to review changes to the stipulations. Dr. Martin suggested that those persons in atten- dance at the meeting on behalf of the petitioner be invited to give a brief overview of the proposed project . ***Deputy Clerk Arrighi replaced Deputy Clerk Guevin*** At the request of Council , Mr. Reynolds presented a brief overview of the project . He advised that the Page 6 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 subject petition is a request for a rezone from A-2 and A-2ST to a Planned Unit Development , referred to as the "Dynabel" PUD. He informed that the pro- ject includes 190 acres which is located one mile east of U. S . 41 and immediately north of Imperial Golf Estates and west of Livingston Road Country Club. He noted that the plan of development is to provide for a low density residential project with 390 dwelling units, allowing a density of approxi- mately 2 units per acre. He pointed out that environmentally, extensive mapping of the property has been done which is included in staff ' s report . He noted that the character of the property has a fair amount of topographic relief from the north- west to the southeast with high quality wetland areas, transitional cypress and pine wetlands, wet prairies, etc. He commented that of the 192 acres 42 of them have an ST overlay. He stated that they have specified 47 acres of wetlands, and added that the wetlands location and the ST overlay do not consistently match. He reported that environmen- tally the goal of the project is to put the best wetlands in conservation areas, identify the impacted wetland areas and use these areas as stormwater management areas or development areas. He explained that by using the wetlands, lakes and uplands a wildlife area will be created. He indi- cated that there are three conservation/open spaces delineated on the plan which will consist of approximately 114 acres . He explained that of the 47 acres of wetlands identified 12 of them will be heavily impacted resulting in being non- functioning, but 35 acres will remain in good quality. He noted that of the 12 acres which will be impacted, 5 acres will be part of the excavated lakes and the other 7 acres will be part of deve- lopment tracts. He related that their mitigation strategy includes identifying 12 acres of good uplands which will provide for habitat diversity, allowing for approximately 28 acres of wetlands which will have hydro-period restoration, and an additional 20 acres of lake. He concluded that environmentally a better product will result from the proposed project . Mr. Reynolds pointed out that the project is intended to be interconnected by the pathways including the wetland areas. Page 7 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MARCH 20, 1991 Mr . Reynolds commented that staff is recommending approval , and he will work with them to resolve the technical details. In response to Mr. Neale, Mr. Reynolds explained that there have been on-going discussions with Livingston Road Country Club regarding the possibi- lity of granting an easement of a wetland area to the petitioner to be used as part of the proposed projects water management system. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by order of the Chair . ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE David Addison, Chairman Page 8 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES SECTION MEMORANDUM TO: EAC Members FROM: Earlene M. Weber �. Secretary II f/// /v DATE: April 11, 1991 RE: 3/20/91 Minutes Revised Dynabel Stipulations Enclosed please find the minutes for the 3/20/1991 EAC Meeting. The field visit for petition R-90-26, Dynabel has been postponed till Monday, April 15, 1991. Therefore, the revised stipulations (3 , 4, 7 & 12) will be handed out at the April Meeting. ew Enclosure cc: Eric D. Worsham, Chief Environmental Specialist Chrono File DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES SECTION MEMORANDUM TO: EAC Members FROM: Barbara N. Prynoski Environmental Specialist II DATE: April 8, 1991 RE: R-90-26 - Dynabel Staff and representatives for the petitioner met today, April 8 , 1991 to discuss changes to stipulations to the above referenced petition. Staff will be conducting another field visit on Thursday, April 11, 1991 to determine final revisions to some of the stipulations. Below please find a summary of the stipulations to remain unchanged, the stipulations which were revised as a result of the April 8, 1991 meeting and stipulations with revisions forthcoming. 1. A minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the site's native vegetation shall be retained as required by Collier County Ordinance No. 75-21 as amended by Ordinance No. 89-58 . Area(s) of retention (preservation) shall be designated on the preliminary site development plan/subdivision master plan (SDP/SMP) submittal. NO CHANGE 2 . Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be flagged by the petitioner, and shall be field verified by Collier County Project Review Services Environmental Staff prior to and as part of the SDP/SMP submittal. REVISED 3 . Wetlands designated as conservation areas shall be field verified and approved by Project Review Services, Environmental Staff, and surveyed prior to final SDP/SMP approval and designated as conservation easement(s) on the final plat. Protective covenants shall be according to Florida Statute Chapter 704 . 06 and shall be so indicated on the plat and/or site plan/construction plans under "Notes" . Said conservation easement(s) shall be recorded in the Public Records of Collier County. Petitioner shall amend the Dynabel PUD document dated July, 1990, Section IV, 4 . 02A to read that permitted uses in conservation areas shall be limited to elevated wooden boardwalks and/or elevated wooden observation platforms. Said paths shall be designed to avoid the removal of native vegetation to the maximum extent possible. REVISIONS FORTHCOMING April 8, 1991 R-90-26, DYNABEL Page 2 4. No encroachment or construction activity (including roads, structures, lakes, etc. ) shall occur in any area with a special treatment (ST) overlay as per Zoning Atlas revision 9-19-89, and/or within an area designated as a conservation area. If any decreases to said petition's acreage of preserve or conservation areas (as per PUD master plan) or if any activities are proposed in these areas (ST, preserve/conservation areas) , the petitioner shall present, for review and approval, any proposed changes to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff and the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) or the environmental board/council in place at the time of the proposed change(s) . REVISIONS FORTHCOMING 5. Plans for any required State and Federal wetland mitigation shall be submitted to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff, for review and incorporation into the final site plan/construction plan. NO CHANGE 6. Proposed wetland impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be subject to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff approval. All proposed mitigation for impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall comply with Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District rules. Mitigation areas shall be identified and, where appropriate, surveyed prior to final site plan/construction plan approval and designated as a conservation easement(s) and/or tract(s) on the final plat with protective covenants pursuant to Florida Statutes, Chapter 704.06. REVISED 7. A minimum separation distance between protected wetlands and proposed lake(s) shall be two hundred (200) feet unless the control structures are set at or above biological indicators (i.e. lichen lines) of the adjacent wetlands. Control elevations shall be established which provide hydroperiods that ensure successful restoration/preservation and/or enhancement of the wetlands. REVISIONS FORTHCOMING 8. Petitioner shall document the presence of or absence of archaeological areas on the subject property. Statements by a recognized authority and/or documentation from resources such as the State of Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation, Tallahassee, Florida will be accepted. NO CHANGE n April 8, 1991 R-90-26, DYNABEL Page 3 9. An exotic vegetation removal, monitoring, and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site, with emphasis on the conservation areas, shall be submitted to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff for review and approval prior to final site plan/construction plan approval. NO CHANGE 10. Protected plant and animal species recorded as a result of any future required protected species surveys shall be protected in place or relocated in conformance with applicable local, state and federal requirements in effect at the time of any local development order approvals affecting the recorded protected species. NO CHANGE 11. The master Plan and Planned Unit Development document shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. NO CHANGE 12. Should the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts of the property be utilized as part of the project's water management system and the South Florida Water Management District requires a natural preserve buffer be created between the lots and the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts, the buffer shall not be located within the boundaries of the lot(s) . It shall be created as a separate platted tract or as a buffer easement over an expanded limit of the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts, which would be dedicated as Preserve and/or Conservation/Drainage tracts, to include the buffer within the Preserve tract. If the buffer is located within a separate tract, that tract shall be dedicated on the plat to the project's home owners association or like entity for ownership and maintenance responsibilities and if necessary, to Collier County with no responsibility for maintenance. All Preserve and/or Conservation buffer easements or buffer tracts shall be created in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 704.06, Florida Statutes. REVISIONS FORTHCOMING BNP/ew91-112 cc: Alan D. Reynolds; Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. Eric D. Worsham, Chief Environmental Specialist EAC Distribution List Chrono File PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 3/20/1991 Petition: R-90-26: Alan D. Reynolds of Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. , representing Henk Morelisse, Jr. , of Dynabel Investments, Ltd. ; requesting a zoning change from A-2 and A-2 ST to PUD "Dynabel" . Considerations: The petitioner requests a change from A-2 and A-2 ST to PUD. The subject property is an undeveloped, irregularly shaped 190.2± acre parcel of land located in Section 11, Township 48 South, Range 25 East, Collier County, Florida. The parcel is generally bordered on the west and north by undeveloped agricultural land, on the east by the Livingston Road Country Club PUD and on the south by the future Livingston Road and Imperial Golf Estates. Proposed density is 2 .1 dwelling units per acre, a maximum of 390 dwelling units. Subject property has areas with Special Treatment overlays (reference Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) ) , July 1990, Attachment B. Enclosed, please find map no. 85112 of the Zoning Atlas dated September 9, 1989 indicating the current ST zoning area and acreages. The reader is referred to the Wilson, Miller, Barton and Peek Vegetation Map, Exhibit D, for the major vegetation communities on the site and pages 5-7 of the EIS for a description of wetlands and proposed impacts. Wetlands flowing off-site are proposed to be treated as off-site wetlands for water management calculations and permits. Comments/Concerns: An ST overlay extends over large areas of the subject site. The plan is conceptual and the exact ST boundary cannot be adequately ascertained to approve or disapprove of proposed activities, i.e. lakes, road and residential areas, indicated on the revised site plan dated March 4, 1991. A site visit on February 11, 1991 by Barbara Prynoski, Project Review Services Environmental Staff, Arthur Pritzker, Biologist, Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, and Henk Morelisse, Jr. , owner, indicated that some areas in the eastern and southeastern portion of the parcel supported exotic vegetation, (melaleuca being dominant) to varying degrees. Staff agrees in general with the FLUCCS vegetation mapping prepared by Wilson, Miller, Barton & Peek, Inc. , with the exception that the 424 (melaleuca) area in the southeast corner did not appear as extensive as indicated. The areas clearly need to be field verified once specific activities are proposed. Given the above, the areas with an ST overlay, as of this date, should be afforded an intensive review during the Subdivision Master Plan process. At that time, a site alteration plan will be Staff Report R-90-26 EAC Meeting 3/20/91 Page 2 i1 available, as required under Section 9 (9. 1.d. ) of the Collier County Zoning Ordinance No. 82-2. Recommended stipulation #4 is offered below to address this - concern. This stipulation is offered in lieu of requiring the ST to remain, which would then necessitate the petitioner going through an additional re-zoning process. The EAC has formally requested to hear all ST petitions. R-90-26, because it is conceptual, cannot be adequately reviewed to determine areas of environmental sensitivity and areas now designated ST where development may occur. Additional right-of-ways may be proposed. The reader shall note that Project Review Services has offered the petitioner a means to avoid any encroachment into the conservation area in the northern portion of the site. Cul-de-sacs are recommended. The PUD document, Section IV, 4.02A lists permitted uses in conservation areas that are incompatible with the term conservation area. Recommended stipulation #3 addresses this concern. Recommendations: In consideration of the above, staff recommends approval of petition R-90-26 subject to the following stipulations: 1. A minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the site's native vegetation shall be retained as required by Collier County Ordinance No. 75-21 as amended by Ordinance No. 89-58. Area(s) of retention (preservation) shall be designated on the preliminary site development plan/subdivision master plan (SDP/SMP) submittal. 2. Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be flagged by the petitioner, and shall be field verified by Collier County Project Review Services Environmental Staff prior to and as part of the SDP/SMP submittal. Said approved wetland boundary shall be indicated on final site plan/construction plan by survey. Said survey shall include a twenty-five (25) foot average buffer zone around all isolated wetlands. 3 . Wetlands designated as conservation areas shall be field verified and approved by Project Review Services, Environmental Staff, and surveyed prior to final SDP/SMP approval and designated as conservation easement(s) on the final plat. Protective covenants shall be according to Florida Statute Chapter 704.06 and shall be so indicated on the plat and/or site plan/construction plans under "Notes" . Said conservation easement(s) shall be recorded in the Public Records of Collier County. Petitioner shall amend the Dynabel PUD document dated July, 1990, Section IV, 4.02A to read that Staff Report R-90-26 EAC Meeting 3/20/91 Page 3 permitted uses in conservation areas shall be limited to elevated wooden boardwalks and/or elevated wooden observation platforms. Said paths shall be designed to avoid the removal of native vegetation to the maximum extent possible. 4 . No encroachment or construction activity (including roads, structures, lakes, etc. ) shall occur in any area with a special treatment (ST) overlay as per Zoning Atlas revision 9-19-89, and/or within an area designated as a conservation area. If any decreases to said petition's acreage of preserve or conservation areas (as per PUD master plan) or if any activities are proposed in these areas (ST, preserve/conservation areas) , the petitioner shall present, for review and approval, any proposed changes to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff and the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) or the environmental board/council in place at the time of the proposed change(s) . 5. Plans for any required State and Federal wetland mitigation shall be submitted to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff, for review and incorporation into the final site plan/construction plan. 6. Proposed wetland impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be subject to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff approval. All proposed mitigation for impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall comply with the ratios and requirements of Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District rules. Mitigation areas shall be surveyed prior to final site plan/construction plan approval and designated as a conservation easement and/or tract on the final plat with protective covenants pursuant to Florida Statutes, Chapter 704.06. 7. A minimum separation distance between protected wetlands and proposed lake(s) shall be two hundred (200) feet unless the control structures are set at or above biological indicators (i.e. lichen lines) of the adjacent wetlands. Control elevations shall be established which provide hydroperiods that ensure successful restoration/preservation and/or enhancement of the wetlands. 8. Petitioner shall document the presence of or absence of archaeological areas on the subject property. Statements by a recognized authority and/or documentation from resources such as the State of Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation, Tallahassee, Florida will be accepted. Staff Report R-90-26 EAC Meeting 3/20/91 Page 4 9. An exotic vegetation removal, monitoring, and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site, with emphasis on the conservation areas, shall be submitted to Project Review Services, Environmental Staff for review and approval prior to final site plan/construction plan approval. 10. Protected plant and animal species recorded as a result of any future required protected species surveys shall be protected in place or relocated in conformance with applicable local, state and federal requirements in effect at the time of any local development order approvals affecting the recorded protected species. 11. The master Plan and Planned Unit Development document shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. 12 . Should the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts of the property be utilized as part of the project's water management system and the South Florida Water Management District requires a natural preserve buffer be created between the lots and the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts, the buffer shall not be located within the boundaries of the lot(s) . It shall be created as a separate platted tract or as a buffer easement over an expanded limit of the Preserve and/or Conservation tracts, which would be dedicated as Preserve and/or Conservation/Drainage tracts, to include the buffer within the Preserve tract. If the buffer is located within a separate tract, that tract shall be dedicated on the plat to the project's home owners association or like entity for ownership and maintenance responsibilities and if necessary, to Collier County with no responsibility for maintenance. All Preserve and/or Conservation buffer easements or buffer tracts shall be created in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 704.06, Florida Statutes. y� oG PREPARED BY: 4 ` , 1 /� ' dam- DATE: 3/8/// BARBARA N. PRY OSKI ENVIRONMENTAL ECIALI T II REVIEWED BY: c_ +� S DATE: 3 /, f YI ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST REVIEWED BY: � / / `^' DATE: 3 9/ • HN F. MADAJDv'SKI, P. E. rOJECT REVIE SERVICES MANAGER STAFF REPORTS, R-90-26, ew YOUNG, VAN ASSENDERP, VARNADOE & BENTON, P. A. ATTORNEYS AT LAW REPLY To: R. BRUCE ANDERSON GALLIE'S HALL RICHARD E.BENTON 225 SOUTH ADAMS STREET,SUITE 200 TASHA O. BUFORD POST OFFICE Box 1833 FORREST K. CLINARD Naples TALLAHASSEE,FLORIDA 32302-1833 DAVID L.COOK TELEPHONE (904) 222-7206 C.LAURENCE KEESEY TELECOPIER (904) 561-6834 G. DONALD THOMSON KENZA VAN ASSENDERP SUN BANK BUILDING GEORGE L. VARNADOE 801 LAUREL OAK DRIVE ROY C. YOUNG SUITE 300 POST OFFICE BOX 7907 NAPLES,FLORIDA 33941-7907 March 28, 1991 TELEPHONE (813) 597-2814 TELECOPIER (813) 597-1060 Mr. Ron Nino Senior Project Planner Planning Services 114 1 Development Services Department MSR n _ 11 2800 North Horseshoe Drive / I; E� 1997 II Naples, FL 33942 L„ Re: Petition R-90-37, Point Marco PUD Dear Ron: Please be advised that we wish to have the above-referenced petition reactivated. As you know, this request was scheduled to be heard by the Environmental Advisory Council on January 16, 1991, and by the Planning Commission on January 17 , 1991. By copy of this letter to John Madajewski, we are requesting a new hearing date for EAC (preferably the next EAC meeting) . Also, please advise when this petition will be heard by the CCPC and the Board of County Commissioners. Thank you for your attention to this matter and should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely yours, /7/3 3 George L. Varnadoe GLV/mp cc: Charles Thomas John Madajewski- 30167A CONTINUED TO 4/17/1991 PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) REVISED STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 1/16/1991 Petition: R-90-37: George L. Varnadoe, Esquire of Young, van Assenderp, Varnadoe and Benton, P. A. , representing Antaramian Development Corporation; requesting a zoning change from PUD and RT to PUD "Point Marco". Considerations: Petitioner requests a zoning change from PUD and RT to PUD for the development of 784 multi-family units, related amenities, and beach parking for Marco Island residents. The property is bounded on the south by Caxambas Pass, on the west by the Gulf of Mexico, on the north by RT zoning, and on the east by RMF-16 zoning. South Collier Blvd. divides the site into two parcels. The site is vegetated by a variety of grasses with widely scattered sabal palms (Sabal palmetto) and sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera) . An existing seawall fronts Caxambas Pass and most of the Gulf of Mexico border. No structure is proposed seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line (CCSL) . Recommendations: Due to the limited environmental impact to the site, Staff recommends approval of petition R-90-37. It should be noted that the proposal to restrict parking to Marco Island residents is contrary to the Collier County Growth Management Plan - Conservation and Coastal Management Element Policy 11.2.4, which requires public parking to be provided for all public beach access. However, a provision in the special warranty deed * granting a twenty (20) foot wide public beach access to Collier County states that the access will revert back to the grantor if a public parking facility is constructed nearby. * (Official Record Book 1163, Pages 001358 - 001359) PREPARED BY: • DATE: /•9.9/ F Reischl Environmental Specialist I LREVIEWED BY: E,,,G71),. DATE: I /9 /`I/ ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 0 4, t ' REVIEWED BY: ' 4 . -A/ DATE: 1i(i./ OHN F. MAD• EWSKI, P. E. 11 I•ROJECT REV `'W SERVICES MANAGER REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 EAC MEETING Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of Petition PUD-80-20(1) with the following stipulation: 1. Revise the Hideaway Beach PUD document to include: "4. 04 . 10 DOCKS: F) If the docking facility is constructed, a "Manatee Alert Bulletin Board" shall be placed in a high visibility area of the docking facility and "Manatee Area" signs shall be posted on any channel markers installed in conjunction with the docking facility. G) If the docking facility is constructed, a sewage pump out facility shall be provided, no fueling facilities shall be allowed. H) If the docking facility is constructed, sufficient and adequate turbidity screening shall be provided during construction, with locations of silt screen placement clearly indicated on the final approved construction plans, in order to prevent increased turbidity in surrounding waters. " 2 . Sea grass beds shall be delineated by the applicant and the delineated line approved by Project Review Services - Environmental Staff during the months of July or August. Sea grass bed marker signs shall be placed near the edge of the delineated beds and shall be placed to adequately warn boating traffic approaching the marina from each possible route of approach. 3 . Prior to the preliminary site development plan approval, the applicant shall seek a letter of technical assistance from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission regarding management of the on-site osprey nest. Site plan revisions may be required to accommodate Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission recommendations. 4. The applicant must receive approval from the EAC or it's successor body for the proposed Phase II additional docks prior to preliminary site development approval. 5. The proposed boat ramp shall not be located north of the proposed docking facilities. PUD-80-20(1) , Revised Stipulations, ew PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: PUD-80-20 (1) : Donald A. Pickworth of Asbell, Hains, Doyle & Pickworth, P. A. , representing Royal Marco Developments; requesting a PUD Amendment to "Hideaway Beach" . Considerations: Petitioner is requesting changes in the Hideaway Beach PUD document to allow private docking facilities for seventy-seven (77) boats, a boat launch, and parking. The docking facilities are proposed to be constructed in two phases, with the second phase being contingent upon the results of a water quality monitoring program. This parcel of Hideaway Beach is bordered on the west by Kendall Drive, on the north by a Hideaway Beach Conservation Area, on the east by Collier Bay, and on the south by Renard Waterway (a 100 foot wide finger canal) . Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of Petition PUD-80-20 (1) with the following stipulation: 1. Revise the Hideaway Beach PUD document to include: "4 . 04 . 10 DOCKS: F) If the docking facility is constructed, a "Manatee Alert Bulletin Board" shall be placed in a high visibility area of the docking facility and "Manatee Area" signs shall be posted on any channel markers installed in conjunction with the docking facility. G) If the docking facility is constructed, a sewage pump out facility shall be provided, no fueling facilities shall be allowed. H) If the docking facility is constructed, sufficient and adequate turbidity screening shall be provided during construction, with locations of silt screen placement clearly indicated on the final approved construction plans, in order to prevent in eased turbidity in surrounding waters. " PREPARED BY: 4gsiA• '0'9 DATE: 0.9/ FigREISCHL RONMENTAL SPECIALIST I REVIEWED BY: E • `) i DATE: /j1/ ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST Cs _ REVIEWED BY: % ,, fr DATE: VI) (cif JiHN F. MADAJE '`.KI, P. E. 11OJECT REVIEW SERVICES MANAGER REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 EAC MEETING RECOMMENDATIONS: The existing PUD and the proposed modifications will have the greatest impact on previously disturbed agricultural land. The wetland will be buffered and preserved. Therefore, staff recommends approval of petition PUD-84-25 (1) /DOA-91-3 with revised environmental stipulations as follows: 1. A site clearing plan shall be submitted to the Collier County Development Services Department for review and approval prior to any work on the site. This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide with development. The site clearing plan shall clearly indicate how the final site plan incorporates retained native vegetation to the maximum extent, and how roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other facilities have been oriented to accommodate this goal. 2 . Drought tolerant species shall be utilized to the maximum extent in the site landscaping design. A landscaping plan will be submitted to the Development Services Department for review and approval. This plan will indicate the incorporation of drought tolerant species and their mix with other species, if any. 3 . All exotic plants, as defined in Collier County Ordinance 82-37, as amended, or a Unified Land Development Code, shall be removed from the site during each phase of construction. Prior to final site development plan approval, a maintenance program shall be submitted to Development Services for review. The implementation of this plan shall prevent re-invasion of the site by exotic species in perpetuity. This plan, which will describe control techniques and inspection intervals, shall be subject to approval by Development Services. 4 . If, during the course of site clearing, excavation, or other constructional activities, an archaeological or historic site, artifact, or other indicator is discovered, all development at that location shall be immediately stopped and the Collier County Development Services Department shall be notified. Development will be suspended for a sufficient length of time to enable the County or a designated consultant to assess the find and determine the proper course of action. The County will respond to any such notification in a timely and efficient manor so as to provide only a minimal interruption to any constructional activities. REVISED STIPULATIONS PUD-84-25(1) /DOA-91-3 PAGE 2 5. The cypress wetland and twenty-five (25) foot buffer shall be delineated by the developer and field verified by the Development Services Department prior to the issuance of any final development order. Site plan modifications may be required. 6. The site clearing plan shall indicate all oak (Quercus spp. ) trees over 4" DBH. These oaks shall be retained or transplanted on site. 7. Thirty percent (30%) of the littoral zone of each lake shall be planted with at least three (3) native emergent aquatic species. The locations of littoral zone plantings with accompanying details shall be included as part of the final site construction plans. Littoral zone plantings must be completed prior to certificate of occupancy of the final unit of an individual site development plan or plat acceptance, if platting is required. 8. The small wetland located in the south central portion of the project shall not be divided by a water management berm or excluded from the site's water management system unless the applicant cannot obtain a permit from the South Florida Water Management District to discharge stormwater into non-isolated wetlands. PUD-84-25 (1) /DOA-91-3, Revised Stipulations, ew PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: PUD-84-25(1) /DOA-91-3: Rick Hedlund of Team Plan, Inc. , representing Naples Associates; requesting a PUD Amendment and a Development Order Amendment to "Pine Air Lakes". Considerations: Petitioner requests a modification of approved land uses resulting in a net reduction of 230,600 square feet of space. No reduction in open space is requested. The property consists of 148.99 acres currently zoned PUD. The site is bordered on the north and west by Industrial zoning, on the south by Commercial (C-1 and C-5) zoning, and on the east by Airport Road, across which is the Tall Pines subdivision (RSF-3) . Most of the site is fallow agricultural land. A cypress wetland will be buffered and preserved. RECOMMENDATIONS: The existing PUD and the proposed modifications will have the greatest impact on previously disturbed agricultural land. The wetland will be buffered and preserved. Therefore, staff recommends approval of petition PUD-84-25(1) /DOA-91-3 with revised environmental stipulations as follows: 1. A site clearing plan shall be submitted to the Collier County Development Services Department for review and approval prior to any work on the site. This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide with development. The site clearing plan shall clearly indicate how the final site plan incorporates retained native vegetation to the maximum extent, and how roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other facilities have been oriented to accommodate this goal. 2 . Drought tolerant species shall be utilized to the maximum extent in the site landscaping design. A landscaping plan will be submitted to the Development Services Department for review and approval. This plan will indicate the incorporation of drought tolerant species and their mix with other species, if any. 3 . All exotic plants, as defined in Collier County Ordinance 82-37, as amended, or a Unified Land Development Code, shall be removed from the site during each phase of construction. Prior to final site development plan approval, a maintenance program shall be submitted to Development Services for review. The implementation of this plan shall prevent re-invasion of the site by exotic Staff Report PUD-84-25 (1) /DOA-91-3 EAC Meeting 4/17/91 Page 2 species in perpetuity. This plan, which will describe control techniques and inspection intervals, shall be subject to approval by Development Services. 4. If, during the course of site clearing, excavation, or other constructional activities, an archaeological or historic site, artifact, or other indicator is discovered, all development at that location shall be immediately stopped and the Collier County Development Services Department shall be notified. Development will be suspended for a sufficient length of time to enable the County or a designated consultant to assess the find and determine the proper course of action. The County will respond to any such notification in a timely and efficient manor so as to provide only a minimal interruption to any constructional activities. 5. The cypress wetland and twenty-five (25) foot buffer shall be delineated by the developer and field verified by the Development Services Department prior to the issuance of any final development order. Site plan modifications may be required. 6. The site clearing plan shall indicate all oak (Quercus spp. ) trees over 4" DBH. These oaks shall be retained or transplanted on site. 7. Thirty percent (30%) of the littoral zone of each lake shall be planted with at least three (3) native emergent aquatic species. The locations of littoral zone plantings with accompanying details shall be included as part of the final site construction plans. Littoral zone plantings must be completed prior to certificate of occupancy of the final unit of an individual site development plan or plat acceptance, if platting is required. PREPARED BY: DATE: 1P,eic,3, /9 9/ F"Ek REISCHL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I REVIEWED BY: �z ), bd2 -4-t-- DATE: V/3 /// ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST in REVIEWED BY: `�' Cj14 itiAtr,t DATE: / r •HN F. MADAJ0 SKI, P. E. "OJECT REVIE! SERVICES MANAGER Staff Reports, PUD-84-25 (l) /DOA-91-3, ew r"-• REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 EAC MEETING Recommendations: Two areas of concern on site include listed wildlife species and groundwater quality. These issues can be resolved by attaching appropriate stipulations. Staff, therefore, recommends approval of Petition PU-91-1, subject to the j following stipulations: 1. An approved wading bird management area shall be established in accordance with Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission (FGFWFC) recommendations in the north one quarter to one half of the proposed borrow pit area unless otherwise agreed upon by FGFWFC and a letter releasing the petitioner of these requirements is submitted to Collier County Project Review Services Environmental Staff prior to issuance of excavation permits. 2 . A wading bird habitat management plan shall be developed, approved by Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, and implemented. Seasonal wading bird use shall be monitored by a qualified environmental consultant to establish success of management area. 3 . Turbidity barriers shall be used between the excavation and wildlife management areas. No water shall be discharged into the management area. The barriers shall be clearly indicated on the final site construction plans. 4. If the management area fails, the applicant shall be responsible for off-site mitigation at a rate of 2: 1 or as approved by FGFWFC. 5. Excavations and rock processing shall not occur within 750 feet of the wading bird management area during woodstork nesting season. Blasting operations shall be restricted to the non-nesting season. 6. The FGFWFC shall be extended the opportunity to review and comment on the final configurations of the excavations to ensure that wildlife habitat has been adequately protected, by appropriately designed shelves and slopes. 7. The petitioner shall provide an adjacent well survey within the influence of dewatering drawdown. The survey shall include location of wells, uses, depths, withdrawals and any predicted effects the project will have on the surrounding wells. Petitioner shall address the potential for saltwater intrusion prior to issuance of permits for the commercial excavation. REVISED STIPULATIONS PU-91-1 PAGE 2 8. Prior to issuance of excavation permits an approved groundwater monitoring plan shall be submitted with specified parameters, monitoring schedule, proposed allowable variations and contingency plan if variables exceed their allowable limits. These plans shall be reviewed and approved by Collier County Environmental Services hydrologists. 9. The excavations shall not exceed 20 feet in depth unless it can be demonstrated from a comparative water quality study that depths in excess of 20 feet will not, have a detrimental effect on the groundwater resources in the surrounding area. This determination must be addressed prior to issuance of commercial excavation permits for the site. 10. Prior to issuance of excavation permits, the applicant must perform evening wildlife surveys for the presence of wading bird roosting areas and solicit management recommendations from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission. The limits of excavation may be revised to comply with the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission management recommendations. PU-91-1, Revised Stipulations, ew PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: PU-91-1: Robert K. Lockhart of Lockhart Engineering Inc. , representing Southfield Farms LTD, V; requesting a provisional uses 3 (a) & 3 (b) of A-2 zoning district for earth mining, water extraction and related processing. Considerations: The subject property is located on the north side of U. S. 41 approximately five miles east of the intersection with S. R. 951. The petitioner is requesting a provisional use of A-2 zoned property for a two-fold operation. The two proposed uses on site will be a) earth mining and b) extraction of water from the site to be used as potable water for Marco Island. Collier County Project Review Services Environmental Staff, Collier County Environmental Services Hydrogeologists and Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission Staff visited the site on January 14, 1991 and March 1, 1991, and offer the following observations: The subject property is the site of a previously abandoned excavation which has created a functioning wetland with significant wildlife value. The shallow previously mined pit has rock and borrow piled along the edges and scattered throughout the center. A cypress dominated area is located to the northeast of the pit; separated by a berm. Some of the wildlife observed on site visits include woodstorks in large numbers, ospreys, mallard ducks, an immature bald eagle, little blue herons, tricolored herons, snowy egrets, white ibis, red shouldered hawks, American alligators with young, Florida sandhill cranes, great blue herons and greater yellowlegs. The site contains significant habitat for wading and diving birds and foraging raptures. Project Review Services Environmental Staff formally requested a letter of technical assistance from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission. That letter recommended mitigation for impacts to listed wildlife species (attached) . Staff has included those recommendations as stipulations. Staff Report PU-91-1 EAC Meeting 4/17/91 Page 2 This site's proximity to the Collier County Salinity Line (U.S. 41) poses a potential for salt water intrusion under heavy pumping. The applicant is currently addressing this problem with the Collier County Environmental Services hydrogeological staff. Recommendations: Two areas of concern on site include listed wildlife species and groundwater quality. These issues can be resolved by attaching appropriate stipulations. Staff, therefore, recommends approval of Petition PU-91-1, subject to the following stipulations: 1. An approved wading bird management area shall be established in accordance with Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission (FGFWFC) recommendations in the north one quarter to one half of the proposed borrow pit area, excluding the location of the proposed trenches, unless otherwise agreed upon by FGFWFC and a letter releasing the petitioner of these requirements is submitted to Collier County Project Review Services Environmental Staff prior to issuance of excavation permits. 2 . A wading bird habitat management plan shall be developed, approved by Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, and implemented. Seasonal wading bird use shall be monitored by a qualified environmental consultant to establish success of management area. 3 . Turbidity barriers shall be used between the excavation and wildlife management areas. No water shall be discharged into the management area. The barriers shall be clearly indicated on the final site construction plans. 4. If the management area fails, the applicant shall be responsible for off-site mitigation at a rate of 2: 1 or as approved by FGFWFC. 5. Excavations and rock processing shall not occur during woodstork nesting season. 6. The FGFWFC shall be extended the opportunity to review and comment on the final configurations of the excavations to ensure that wildlife habitat has been adequately protected, by appropriately designed shelves and slopes. Staff Report PU-91-1 EAC Meeting 4/17/91 Page 3 7 . The petitioner shall provide an adjacent well survey within the influence of dewatering drawdown. The survey shall include location of wells, uses, depths, withdrawals and any predicted effects the project will have on the surrounding wells. Petitioner shall address the potential for saltwater intrusion prior to issuance of permits for the commercial excavation. 8. Prior to issuance of excavation permits an approved groundwater monitoring plan shall be submitted with specified parameters, monitoring schedule, proposed allowable variations and contingency plan if variables exceed their allowable limits. These plans shall be reviewed and approved by Collier County Environmental Services hydrologists. 9. The excavations shall not exceed 20 feet in depth unless it can be demonstrated from a comparative water quality study that depths in excess of 20 feet will not have a detrimental effect on the groundwater resources in the surrounding area. This determination must be addressed prior to issuance of commercial excavation permits for the site. PREPARED BY: 1 aA/ a_ l. -6106,, DATE: </f / BARBARA S. BURGESON ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I REVIEWED BY: - kveL1 . DATE: / /V/9/ ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST REVIEWED BY: , /: l,vDATE: /1/? 4I POHN . MADAJEWSKI, P. E. 'ROJECT REVIEW SERVICES MANAGER Staff Reports, PU-91-1, ew FLORIDA GAME AND FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION f•-...\ WILLIAM G. BOSTICK,JR. DON WRIGHT THOMAS L.HIRES,SR. MRS. GILBERT W. HUMPHREY JOE MARLIN HILLIARD Winter Haven Orlando Lake Wales Miccosukee Clewiston s„csM w Mf\R2 1991 ROBERT M.BRANTLY,Executive Director n a t R _ ALLAN L.EGBERT,Ph.D.,Assistant Executive Director C i A • Proj e;, y ,.;;„ �, r vi(,:es 110 43rd Avenue, S. w'. Vero Beach, Florida 32968 March 19, 1991 Ms. Barbara Burgeson Collier County Project Review Services 2800 North Horseshoe Drive Naples, FL 33942-6917 RE: PU-91-1, Collier County, (Duda Pit/Bass Pit - Southfield Farms Ltd. V), SFWMD Permits #11-00782-S ,and 11- 00080-W Dear Ms. Burgeson: The Office of Environmental Services of the Florida Game and Fresh Water n Fish Commission has reviewed the referenced permit, and has the following comments and recommendations. This is in response to your request for technical assistance dated February 1, 1991. The applicant is requesting a permit for mining (to a 30-foot depth) of a 112-acre lake, and the construction/excavation of three rectangular trenches located on the east, west, and south sides of the lake (total excavation is 133.5 acres) . The project is located north of U.S. 41, east of Naples. Fill would be temporarily stockpiled on site and a rock crushing operation would be located on the site. Water withdrawal at a permitted rate of up to 4 mgd would supplement the public water supply of Marco Island. Other water supply production originates from wells on Marco Island and an existing borrow pit at the intersection of U.S. 41 and S.R. 951. Proposed phasing of the project includes construction of the south trench first, followed by construction of the east/west trenches, and finally construction of the borrow lake (proposed nine- year buildout) . The project site was previously mined (overburden removed) , resulting in its present status as a large, shallow impoundment with one deep, 16-acre lake area and a trench system. Some rock and borrow is piled in the shallow impoundment. Vegetation in the impoundment includes some cattail and an unidentified wetland grass, possibly torpedo grass. A disturbed cypress head is located in the northeast corner of the project (separated from the pit by a berm) . Mitigation, as permitted under the South Florida Water Management District permit, is proposed as a planted littoral shelf of varying elevation, 50-75 feet wide on the finished borrow pit perimeter (approximately 10-15 acres total) . Mr. Barbara Burgeson Page 2 March 19, 1991 The applicant's project modeling predicts a worst-case scenario of 0.6-1.5 feet ngvd water level in the borrow pit resulting from the withdrawal of 4 mgd for 120 days without rainfall recharge. The mitigation area elevation is 2.5-3.5 ngvd. Therefore, under the applicant's modeling for worst-case, the water level would fall significantly below the proposed mitigation area elevation. Per discussions with Collier County staff, information used to develop the model is incomplete or inconclusive, therefore the accuracy of the model remains in question. A site survey performed by Mr. Bob Lockhart (project engineer) totaling 18 hours, from January 22-February 4, 1991, listed 17 sightings of the endangered wood stork, as well as various wading birds, osprey, mallard duck, and anhinga (numbers not listed) . A site inspection by Collier County staff in January resulted in the observation of 50 to 100 wood storks and other wading birds utilizing the shallow impoundment. A site inspection by our staff with Mr. Lockhart on March 5, 1991, resulted in the following observations (state-listed species noted) : 12 wood storks (endangered-E) including 10 flying over the impoundment and 2 feeding in a willow head in the southeast section of the property, one immature bald eagle (threatened-T) perching in pines adjacent to the pit and hunting over the impoundment, 6 little blue herons (species of special concern-SSC) , 1 tricolored heron (SSC), 1 snowy egret (SSC), 1 white ibis, 4 glossy ibis, 3 great blue herons, 2 great egrets, 12 anhingas, 3 common /-•. moorhens, 1 osprey, 1 red-shouldered hawk, and 3 greater yellowlegs, as well as tree swallows, red-winged blackbirds, and common meadowlarks. Information received from other Game Commission staff familiar with the site indicate that wood storks habitually utilize the site for foraging activities. Florida sandhill crane (T) also have been observed on the site. The shallow impoundment created by previous mining operations has created ideal habitat for wading and diving birds and foraging raptors. Use of the site is possibly accentuated due to the destruction of similar habitat in the area by urban and agricultural development practices and a 3-year drought that has reduced available habitat even further. The use of the site by several listed species on an apparently consistent basis substantiates our conclusion that the project site is particularly productive to wildlife. We anticipate the following impacts to wildlife as a result of the project proposal: 1) Direct loss of listed species foraging habitat. 2) Loss of existing or created littoral foraging habitat as a result of permanent or seasonal drawdown for public water supply. 3) Displacement of wildlife resulting from human presence and associated construction and operation activities on the site. In order to mitigate project impacts on listed wildlife species, particularly the wood stork, we recommend the following: 1) A wading bird management area should be established in the north 1/4 to 1/2 of the proposed borrow pit area, excluding the location of the proposed trenches. The management area could include a connection to, and rehydration of the dysfunctional cypress head in the Mr. Barbara Burgeson Page 3 March 19, 1991 northeast project corner. These trees provide roosting habitat for a variety of birds noted on the site. 2) A wading bird habitat management plan should be developed and should include the following: assignment of permanent management authority, controlled access to the management area (i.e. , no construction traffic and minimal human intrusion) , supplemental wetland plantings (herbaceous and shrubs such as willow) , and a planted upland buffer on the north perimeter to shield activities on Fritchey Road. Seasonal wading bird use should be monitored by a qualified environmental consultant to establish the success of the management area. 3) Shelves or depressions of varying bottom elevations deeper than those proposed should be constructed to buffer the project from the effects of larger water table drawdowns than predicted by the project modeling. These excavations should occur in a portion of the management area. A "deep water refuge" for forage fish could be established in the management area by excavation of a small perimeter ditch along the north project boundary. This ditch would also contribute to isolating the management area from upland predators. 4) A turbidity barrier (possibly a temporary fill road) should be maintained between project excavations and the management area. No pumping from borrow areas into the management area should be allowed. 5) Should the management area design fail because of conditions attributable to the current water use permit or possible increases in water withdrawal, the applicant should agree to off-site habitat mitigation on a 2:1 basis. 6) Project construction schedules should avoid the wood stork nesting season to the maximum extent possible, so that birds feeding young in area rookeries will be able to forage undisturbed. We expect continued negotiation for mitigation of project impacts to occur in conjunction with a pending U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit for the project site. Please contact our Punta Gorda office if you have any questions. Sincerely, 416:t' 414444- Brian S. Barnett South Florida Section Leader BSB/RD/rs ENV 2-1-1/2 t-y Mr. Barbara Burgeson Page 4 March 19, 1991 CC: USFWS, Vero Beach USACOE, Ft. Myers Ms. Karen Johnson, SFWMD, Ft. Myers Mr. Stuart Bradow, SFWMD, West Palm Beach Mr. Bob Lockhart Lockhart Engineering, Inc. 1361 Lakeshore Drive Naples, FL 33940 Southfield Farms Ltd. V P.O. Box 15255 West Palm Beach, FL 33416 PROJECT REVIEW BERVICEB (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: R-91-5/SMP-91-5: Robert L. Duane of Hole, Montes & Associates, Inc. , representing Daniel R. Monaco, Trustee; requesting a zoning change from A-2 to PUD and Subdivision Master Plan approval for "MOCAKE" . Considerations: The petitioner requests a change from A-2 to PUD/subdivision (commercial) for the purposes of subdividing 7.8 acre parcel into six tracts. Five tracts are proposed to be developable lots, and the sixth tract is proposed to be a water management/wetland preservation tract. The subject property is an undeveloped, rectangular shaped parcel of land located in Section 30, Township 48 South, Range 26 East approximately six hundred (600) feet east of the intersection of I-75 and Immokalee Road (C. R. 846) , Collier County, Florida. Average depth to water table is 2.0 feet (Source: Hole, Montes, and Associates, Inc. ) . The reader is referred to the Southern Biomes, EIS, Environmental Impact Statement dated 1/16/91, pages 1-2 for a description of the major vegetation communities on site. Pages 4 -7 describe proposed wetland and upland impacts. A site visit was made on March 19, 1991 by Barbara N. Prynoski, Project Review Services Environmental Staff and Geza Wass de Czege, Southern Biomes, EIS. Staff concurs with the vegetative mapping. Collier County wetland lines were previously approved by Barbara Burgeson, Project Review Services Environmental Staff. Proposed impacts to Collier County wetlands are 0.24 acres of the 2. 07 acres of wetlands claimed. Mitigation is proposed. Wetlands to be preserved and those wetlands to be enhanced in the mitigation areas will be restored and/or enhanced by means of restoration of hydrology, exotic vegetation removal and re-vegetation with indigenous species, as proposed by the petitioner. Wetland preserves will be incorporated into the water management system. Staff Report R-91-5/SMP-91-5 1)-9-) A EAC Meeting 4-17-1991 Page 2 Recommendations: In consideration of the above, Staff recommends approval of Petition R-91-5/SMP-91-5 with the following stipulations: 1. Preserve areas and any approved mitigation areas shall be surveyed prior to final site plan approval and indicated on the final plat as separate tracts and shall be dedicated in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 704. 06, Florida Statutes. 2 . Mitigation for impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall comply with the ratios and requirements of Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District. (a) Mitigation for impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be calculated at a minimum ratio of 1. 5 to 1. Petitioner shall change PUD Section VIII, Environmental Standards (8 . 1) (B) to reflect this. (b) Mitigation shall include, but not be limited to, restoration of historical hydroperiod, re-vegetation and shall include a long term management plan. 3 . The water management system shall be controlled at the lichen line/water mark elevation or other biological indicator(s) of the adjacent wetland. 4 . No decreases to the preserve areas shall occur. No impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall occur unless mitigation for the proposed impacts is deemed adequate by Project Review Services and all mitigation is completed prior to acceptance of the plat. Mitigation plans must be reviewed and approved as part of the final construction plans. 5. PUD language (4 .4) (3 .D) shall be changed to read (D) Preserve Area - At least fifteen (15) feet landward from the edge of the preserve in all places and average twenty-five (25) feet from the landward edge of the preserve. 6. The buffer (setback) created between the preserve(s) and other tracts (lots) shall not be located within the boundaries of the other tracts or lots. It shall be created as a separate platted tract or as a buffer easement over an expanded limit of Preserve tract(s) , Staff Report R-91-5/SMP-91-5 EAC Meeting 4-17-1991 Page 3 which would be dedicated as Preserve/Drainage tracts, to include the buffer within the Preserve tract. If the buffer is located within a separate tract, that tract shall be dedicated shall be dedicated on the plate to the project's home owner association or like entity for ownership and maintenance responsibilities and if necessary, to Collier County with no responsibility for maintenance. All buffer easements or buffer tracts shall be created in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 704 . 06, Florida Statutes. 7. An exotic removal, monitoring and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site shall be submitted to the Environmental Staff of Project Review Services for review and approval prior to final site plan approval. )7 PREPARED BY: " 1 ,�` , , DATE: /// /y'' BARBARA N. PRI NOSKI ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II REVIEWED BY: ID. W ATE: ` /4/1? ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST LA , i REVIEWED BY: i , iLLLDATE: q/ IOHN F. MADAJ."SKI, P. E. 'ROJECT REVIEW; SERVICES MANAGER Staff Reports, R-91-5/SMP-91-5, ew REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 MEETING Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of Petition R-91-5/SMP-91-5 with the following stipulations: 1. Preserve areas and any approved mitigation areas shall be surveyed prior to final site plan approval and indicated on the final plat as separate tracts and shall be dedicated in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 704. 06, Florida Statutes. 2 . Mitigation for impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall comply with the ratios and requirements of Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District. 3 . The water management system shall be controlled at the lichen line/water mark elevation or other biological indicator(s) of the adjacent wetland. 4. No decreases to the preserve areas shall occur. No impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall occur unless mitigation for the proposed impacts is deemed adequate by Project Review Services and all mitigation is completed prior to acceptance of the plat. Mitigation plans must be reviewed and approved as part of the final construction plans. 5. PUD language (4.4) (3 .D) shall be changed to read (D) Preserve Area - At least fifteen (15) feet landward from the edge of the preserve in all places and average twenty-five (25) feet from the landward edge of the preserve. 6. Should the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) , during it's permit review process, require a natural vegetative buffer be created between the lots and any jurisdictional wetland Preserve and/or Conservation tract, the buffer shall not be located within the boundaries of the lot(s) . It shall be created as a separate platted tract or as a buffer easement over an expanded limit of the Preserve tracts, which would be dedicated as Preserve/Drainage tracts, to include the buffer within the Preserve tract. If the buffer is located within a separate tract, that tract shall be dedicated on the plat to the project's homeowners association or like entity for ownership and maintenance responsibilities and if necessary, to Collier County with no responsibility for maintenance. All Preserve buffer easements or buffer tracts shall be created in conformance with the provisions of Chapter REVISED STIPULATIONS R-91-5/SMP-91-5 PAGE 2 704. 06, Florida Statutes. If the SFWMD relieves the County, in a manner satisfactory to the County, of maintenance and enforcement responsibilities, the buffer may be located on lots and the following stipulation will apply in place of the foregoing stipulation. 6. If (a) the SFWMD jurisdictional wetlands are utilized as part of the project's water management system, and (b) the SFWMD requires a natural upland buffer adjacent to wetlands, the buffer shall be included in the conservation tract or otherwise protected in accordance with applicable ordinances or regulations. If the buffer is located within a separate tract, that tract shall be dedicated on the plat to the project's homeowners association or other similar entity for ownership, maintenance and enforcement responsibilities with adequate safeguards to ensure that those responsibilities run with the land. If the buffer is located on lots of development tracts, adequate safeguards shall be established to provide for enforcement of clearing/alteration restrictions, with adequate safeguards to ensure that those responsibilities run with the land, that are acceptable to the SFWMD and Collier County. 7. An exotic removal, monitoring and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site shall be submitted to the Environmental Staff of Project Review Services for review and approval prior to final site plan approval. R-91-5/SMP-91-5, Revised Stipulations, ew � l REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 EAC MEETING Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of Petition PUD-87-12 (1) with the following stipulations. 1. Petitioner shall make the following changes to the PUD-87-12 (1) document: a) Change proposed language of 3 . 05.07 to read: 3 .05.07 The foregoing standards, with the exception of setbacks to preserve areas, may be waived by_ the Development Services Director in any Development Parcel where a site development plan is approved for an entire Development Parcel which shows the position and relationships of all proposed structures. b) Change proposed language of 4. 05 to read: 4. 05 The foregoing standards, with the exception of setbacks to preserve areas, may be waived by_ the Development Services Director in anv Development Parcel where a site development plan is approved for an entire Development Parcel which shows the position and relationships of all proposed structures. c) Delete all proposed language changes to Section 8. Section 8 shall remain as approved in PUD-87-12. d) Change all references to Natural Resources Management Department to Development Services Department, Project Review Services. e) Change Environmental Stipulation 9.02 F (10) to read: F(10) If any re-design of any portions of the project is required in order to accommodate individuals or populations of protected species. Developer shall propose such changes as may be warranted to the Master Development Plan, i.e. boundaries for residential development parcels and the location of internal roads may be modified and/or relocated and approved. Such changes may be approved administratively by the Planning Services Directors (with advice and approval from Project Review Services Environmental Staff) without further approval by the Planning Commission or Board of County_ REVISED STIPULATIONS PUD-87-12 (1) PAGE 2 Commissioners provided that (i) the boundaries to the preservation and proposed open space/conservation tracts are not altered and (ii) external entrances are not modified. The petitioner will cooperate with the Natura3 Reseurees---Management--Begartment Development Services Department, Project Review Services to develop an "inter development" (i.e. , Little Hickory Shores, Bonita Shores, Lely Barefoot Beach, Audubon) plan for boat traffic management promoting the preservation of estuarine resources affected by the subdivisions and their associated boat traffic, if any future boat docking or launching facilities are proposed. 2 . PUD-87-12 (1) shall be subject to all environmental ordinances in effect at the time of final development order approvals, unless otherwise exempted by PUD ordinance 87-12, as amended. 3 . Where applicable, the master plan of R-91-4/SMP-91-7 and PUD-87-12 (1) and associated documents shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. PUD-87-12 (1) , REVISED STIPULATIONS, ew /'� PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: PUD-87-12 (1) : Robert H. Flinn of Audubon Joint Venture; requesting a PUD Amendment to Audubon Country Club. Considerations: Audubon Country Club PUD, Ordinance No. 87-77 is proposed to be amended too (1) delete a portion of the property located in the northwest corner of the Audubon property (PUD) and to (2) change the PUD document language. The reader is referred to the submitted report titled "Amended and Restated PUD document for Audubon Country Club a Planned Residential Community", pg. iii for a statement of background. R-91-4/SMP-91-7 is a companion file to PUD-87-12 (1) . R-91-4 (Dolphin cove is the 5.25 acre parcel requested to be deleted in PUD-87-12 (1) . The proposed deletion of 5.25 acres results in a decrease in intensity and minimization of wetland impact(s) due to the deletion of a proposed road. The Audubon PUD had proposed an access road through jurisdictional wetlands to the northwest parcel. Staff approves of the deletion as proposed in PUD-87-12 (1) of the northwest parcel. Staff is not in agreement with certain proposed language changes. Staff recommended stipulations address these concerns. Recommendations: In consideration of the above, Staff recommends approval of Petition PUD-87-12 (1) with the following stipulations. 1. Petitioner shall make the following changes to the PUD-87-12 (1) document: a) Change proposed language of 3.05. 07 to read: 3.05.07 The foregoing standards, with the exception of setbacks to preserve areas, may be waived by_ the Development Services Director in anv Development Parcel where a site development plan is approved for an entire Development Parcel which shows the position and relationships of all proposed structures. Staff Report PUD-87-12 (1) EAC Meeting 4/17/1991 Page 2 b) Change proposed language of 4.05 to read: 4.05 The foregoing standards, with the exception of setbacks to preserve areas, may be waived by_ the Development Services Director in anv Development Parcel where a site development Plan is approved for an entire Development Parcel which shows the position and relationships of all proposed structures. c) Delete proposed language changes in 8.02 A (6) and retain original language of 8.02 A (6) along with the associated footnote (page 8-1) . Delete 8.02 B (2) . d) Change proposed language in 8.03 to read: 8.03 PERMITTED USES - PRESERVATION AREAS Uses shall be subject to protective covenants as per Florida Statutes Chapter 704.06 and the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation permit, whichever is the more restrictive. e) Delete the 8.03 A 1-9 (Permitted Uses) f) Change all references to Natural Resources Management Department to Development Services Department, Project Review Services. g) Change Environmental Stipulation 9. 02 F (10) to read: F(10) If any re-design of any portions of the project is required in order to accommodate individuals or populations of protected species, Developer shall propose such changes as may be warranted to the Master Development Plan. Such changes may be approved by the Planning Services Directors (with advice from Project Review Services Environmental Staff) without further approval by the Planning Commission or Board of County Commissioners provided that (i) the boundaries to the preservation and proposed open space/conservation tracts are not altered and (ii) external entrances are not modified. The petitioner will cooperate with the Natural Reaeurees---Management--Bepartuent Development Services Department, Project Review Services to Staff Report PUD-87-12 (1) EAC Meeting 4/17/1991 Page 3 develop an "inter development" (i.e. , Little Hickory Shores, Bonita Shores, Lely Barefoot Beach, Audubon) plan for boat traffic management promoting the preservation of estuarine resources affected by the subdivisions and their associated boat traffic. 2 . PUD-87-12 (1) shall be subject to all environmental ordinances in effect at the time of final development order approvals, unless otherwise exempted by PUD ordinance 87-12, as amended. 3 . Where applicable, the master plan of R-91-4/SMP-91-7 and PUD-87-12 (1) and associated documents shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. PREPARED BY: ` r '�~ 1A-v 2L DATE: '$1/5-:41BARBARA N. PRYNOSKI ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II REVIEWED BY: �,tz b, ,/ DATE: L/ / / / ERIC D. WORS • CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST L REVIEWED BY: 1I rl . ! DATE: 8 f1( II OHN F. MA,iAJEWSKI, P. E. PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES MANAGER Staff Reports, PUD-87-12 (1) , ew REVISED STIPULATIONS FROM 4/17/1991 EAC MEETING Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of Petition R-91-4/SMP-91-7 with the following stipulations. 1. The petitioner shall request an exception to the subdivision regulations to decrease the right-of-way and cul-de-sac width requirements to avoid or minimize impacts to the Collier County/Florida Department of Environmental Regulation jurisdictional wetland. Any unavoidable proposed impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be subject to review and approval by Project Review Services - Environmental Staff and shall be subject to the mitigation ratios and requirements of Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District rules. Mitigation areas shall be surveyed prior to construction plan approval and designated as a conservation easement(s) and or tract(s) on the final plat with protective covenants pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 704.06. 2 . Wetland preserve/conservation areas shall be designated as preserve areas and surveyed prior to final construction plan approval. Protective covenants shall be according to Florida Statues Chapter 704. 06 and shall be so indicated on the plat and/or construction plans under "Notes" . Said conservation easement(s) shall be recorded in the Public Records of Collier County. 3 . The petitioner shall submit a detailed shoreline stabilization/erosion control and mangrove protection plan to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff with the construction plan submittal. 4. Slash pines not in the line of construction shall be protected and retained. Cabbage palms shall be retained or transplanted on site. 5. The petitioner shall indicate on an aerial the location of the bald eagle nest within the Audubon PUD and reference subject site's distance from said nest. If the subject site is within the primary or secondary zone of protection as defined by U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service Bald Eagle Management Guidelines, the petitioner shall submit to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff a Bald Eagle Management/Protection Plan which has been approved by the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission prior to final construction plan approval. REVISED STIPULATIONS /'� R-91-4/SMP-91-7 PAGE 2 6. Should any docks be proposed now or in the future, the petitioner shall submit said plan(s) to Project Review Services, for approval prior to issuance of building permits for the docks. A manatee protection plan shall be required with and for any or all submittals. 7. An exotic vegetation removal, monitoring and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site shall be submitted to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff for review and approval prior to final construction plan approval. 8. R-91-4/SMP-91-7 shall be subject to all environmental ordinances in effect at the time of final development order approvals, unless otherwise exempted by this document. 9. Where applicable, the master plan of R-91-4/SMP-91-7 and PUD-87-12 (1) and associated documents shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. 10. The petitioner shall cooperate with the Development Services Department, Project Review Services, to develop an "inter development" (i.e. , Little Hickory Shores, Bonita Shores, Lely Barefoot Beach, Audubon) plan for boat traffic management promoting the preservation of estuarine resources affected by the subdivisions and their associated boat traffic. R-91-4/SMP-91-7, Revised Stipulations, ew PROJECT REVIEW SERVICES (Environmental Review) STAFF REPORT FOR EAC MEETING 4/17/1991 Petition: R-91-4/SMP-91-7: Reed Jarvi/Steve Ball of Agnoli, Barber & Brundage, Inc. , representing Dolphin Cove Partnership; requesting a zoning change from PUD to RSF-3 and Subdivision Master Plan approval for "Dolphin Cove". Considerations: The petitioner requests a rezone from PUD to RSF-3 and Subdivision Master Plan (SMP) approval for eleven (11) residential lots. The subject property is an undeveloped, rectangular shaped (250± feet x 900± feet) 5.25 acre parcel located adjacent to Little Hickory Bay in the Bonita Shores area off West Avenue. Elevations range from three (3) feet to seven (7) feet. This site was originally part of the Audubon PUD and is being removed through a planned unit development amendment {PUD-87-12 (1) } . The reader is referred to rezone/SMP packet Section 4 for a location map and aerial, indicating Department of Environmental Regulation/ Collier County jurisdictional wetlands. The jurisdictional wetlands are on the southern boundary of the site and abut land designated in the Audubon PUD Ordinance No. 87-12 as Preserve. To the west of the subject project is Little Hickory Bay, to the east is West Avenue and to the north is a man made canal. The proposed land use represents a decrease in intensity and minimization of impact(s) to the mangrove wetland system. The Audubon PUD had originally proposed an access road through the aforementioned jurisdictional wetlands to the north/west corner of the PUD (subject parcel) . This road will be deleted by the planned unit development amendment. The subject parcel's vegetation indicates previous disturbance, most likely due to the dredging of the canal on the north property line. Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius) and grape vine (Vitis sp. ) is common to dominant in certain areas. Melaleuca (Melaleuca quinquenervia) is also present, as well as disturbance herbaceous species. The site does have mature slash pine (Pinus elliotti var. densa) and occasional cabbage palms (Sabal palmetto) . The pines are primarily situated in the area of the proposed right-of-way. The bank along the canal is basically an unvegetated slope with occasional red mangroves (Rhizophora mangle) and white mangroves (Laguncularia racemosa) . The opposite shoreline is seawalled to a large extent. The bank along the Little Hickory Bay property line is vegetated with mangroves and the petitioner has agreed to riprap the bank and preserve the existing mangroves. Staff Report R-91-4/SMP-91-7 EAC Meeting 4/17/91 Page 2 The right-of-way, especially in the area of the cul-de-sac does encroach, though minimally, into the Collier County jurisdictional wetland. It is recommended that the petitioner request from Project Review Services an exception to the subdivision regulations to allow a forty (40) foot right-of-way and a eighty (80) foot diameter cul-de-sac due to environmental concerns. Environmental concerns related to R-91-4/SMP-91-7 are as follows: 1. wetland encroachment and shoreline mangroves 2. retention of native vegetation as required by Collier County Ordinance No. 89-58 3. bank stabilization 4. wildlife - manatee protection if docks are proposed - bald eagles (A nesting pair of bald eagles has recently been confirmed on the Audubon PUD property. ) This petition is a companion file to PUD-87-12 (1) (Audubon Country Club PUD amendment) . Recommendations: In consideration of the above, Staff recommends approval of Petition R-91-4/SMP-91-7 with the following stipulations. 1. The petitioner shall request an exception to the subdivision regulations to decrease the right-of-way and cul-de-sac width requirements to avoid or minimize impacts to the Collier County/Florida Department of Environmental Regulation jurisdictional wetland. Any unavoidable proposed impacts to Collier County jurisdictional wetlands shall be subject to review and approval by Project Review Services - Environmental Staff and shall be subject to the mitigation ratios and requirements of Appendix 7 of the South Florida Water Management District rules. Mitigation areas shall be surveyed prior to construction plan approval and designated as a conservation easement(s) and or tract(s) on the final plat with protective covenants pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 704.06. 2. Wetland preserve/conservation areas shall be designated as preserve areas and surveyed prior to final construction plan approval. Protective covenants shall be according to Florida Statues Chapter 704.06 and shall be so indicated on the plat and/or construction plans under "Notes" . Said conservation easement(s) shall be recorded in the Public Records of Collier County. Staff Report R-91-4/SMP-91-7 EAC Meeting 4/17/91 Page 3 3 . The petitioner shall submit a detailed shoreline stabilization/erosion control and mangrove protection plan to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff with the construction plan submittal. 4. Slash pines not in the line of construction shall be protected and retained. Cabbage palms shall be retained or transplanted on site. 5. The petitioner shall indicate on an aerial the location of the bald eagle nest within the Audubon PUD and reference subject site's distance from said nest. If the subject site is within the primary or secondary zone of protection as defined by U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service Bald Eagle Management Guidelines, the petitioner shall submit to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff a Bald Eagle Management/Protection Plan which has been approved by the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission prior to final construction plan approval. 6. Should any docks be proposed now or in the future, the petitioner shall submit said plan(s) to Project Review Services, for approval prior to issuance of building permits for the docks. A manatee protection plan shall be required with and for any or all submittals. 7 . An exotic vegetation removal, monitoring and maintenance (exotic-free) plan for the site shall be submitted to Project Review Services - Environmental Staff for review and approval prior to final construction plan approval. 8. R-91-4/SMP-91-7 shall be subject to all environmental ordinances in effect at the time of final development order approvals, unless otherwise exempted by this document. 9. Where applicable, the master plan of R-91-4/SMP-91-7 and PUD-87-12 (1) and associated documents shall be changed prior to submittal to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to reflect the aforementioned stipulations. PREPARED BY: / nA . / DATE: 7/47 BARBARA N. •RYNOSKI ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II REVIEWED BY: C � 1. ... DATE: 1/4/47/ ERIC D. WORSHAM CHIEF ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II ," REVIEWED BY:: A 4 / I DATE: LI $'R I ' OHN F. MADiJEWSKI, P. E. •ROJECT REV EW SERVICES MANAGER