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Commissioner KowalEx parte Items – Commissioner Daniel Kowal COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA JUNE 11, 2024 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS: 8.A. This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve a Resolution of the Board of Zoning Appeals of Collier County, Florida, approving a variance from LDC Section 4.02.01, Table 2.1 to reduce the required minimum front yards from 50 feet to 34.38 feet on the north side and 43.58 feet on the west side, and to reduce the required minimum side yard from 30 feet to 27.84 feet on the south side, for a single-family home on an RSF-1 zoned property located at 438 Gordonia Road, on the southeast corner of Gordonia Road and Carica Road, on a portion of Lot 19, Block H, Pine Ridge Extension Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 49 South, Range 25 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20230014908] (This is a companion to item 9A) (District 2) (28972) e-mails ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS: 9.A. This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve an ordinance rezoning 2.16± acres of property from the Rural Agricultural (A) zoning district to the Residential Single-Family-1 (RSF-1) zoning district, to allow up to two single-family dwelling units with a maximum density of up to one dwelling unit per acre on property located at 438 Gordonia Road, on the southeast corner of Gordonia Road and Carica Road, also described as Lot 19, Block H, Pine Ridge Extension Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 49 South, Range 25 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20230013880] (This is a companion to item 8A) (District 4) (29008) e-mails Ex parte Items – Commissioner Daniel Kowal COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA JUNE 11, 2024 CONSENT AGENDA: 16.A.8. This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve for recording the final plat of Caymas Phase II, approval of the standard form Construction and Maintenance Agreement, and approval of the performance security in the amount of $4,182,045.73. (Application Number PL20230012032) (District 1) (28232) NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM SUMMARY AGENDA: 17.A. This item requires the Commission members to provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve an Ordinance rezoning a 4.86± acre property located at 135 Price Street from the Rural Agricultural (A) Zoning District to the Residential Single Family-2 (RSF-2) Zoning District to allow up to three single- family dwelling units in Section 4, Township 51 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20220002704] (District 1) (28832) NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM All information has been filed electronically with Minutes and Records 1 Sarina Francis From:allan jones <jonespacks1@yahoo.com> Sent:Thursday, June 6, 2024 9:49 PM To:Chris Hall Cc:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:438 Gordonia Rd. Rezoning and Variance Request Follow Up Flag:Follow up Flag Status:Flagged EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, As a concerned 34 yearlong resident of Pine Ridge and 27yearlong member of the P.R.C.A Board of Directors, I urge you to deny the Rezoning &Variance request coming before you on 6/11. This request seeks to change zoning of an agricultural lot, converting it to Rsf-1 to allow a lot split for purpose of resale. The zoning in the Pine Ridge subdivision was thoughtfully set out by The Collier Corporation back in 1954 with the express purpose of providing for Commercial area, Residential area, Agricultural area, Church area and lakes. That assignment of areas has been retained for now 70 years, over some attempts to infiltrate the residential areas with such as Bed & Breakfast and others. The Ag blocks I, H, & Z are afforded certain activity not allowed on RSF-1 blocks. Over the years, owners of Ag lots have actually purchased adjacent lots entirely or in part, a clear demonstration of the desire for Ag activity. To eliminate an Ag lot to add to the majority RFS-1 just doesn't make sense. Collier Corp. did a great job laying out our neighborhood and I think they would agree "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" Al Jones William J. Reagan 583 Hickory Road Naples, Florida 34108 239 450 1366 Chris Hall, Chairman Commissioner, District 2 Chris.Hall@colliercountyfl.gov Reference: VA-PL20230014908 RZ-PL20230013880 438 Gordonia Rd Naples, Florida 34108 May 18, 2024 Dear Commissioner Hall: As a 47-year resident of the Pine Ridge subdivision, I strongly object to the rezoning and amended variance(s) request to the above-named property. Fact: Pine Ridge subdivision was developed and designed for “estate living” with a specific and peculiar number of platted lots. Within the subdivision, there are three platted areas: Pine Ridge, 1954; Pine Ridge Extension, 1957 and Pine Ridge Second Extension, 1971. Fact: A portion of the Pine Ridge subdivision was created with A- agriculture designation. The A designation was NOT because it was “rural land” as stated in the staff report but rather it was part of the original “estate living” as planned by the Collier Companies (Developer) and well-defined in the Pine Ridge Covenants. Fact: In speaking directly with the Developer prior to buying my current residence on Hickory Road, the Developer created a residential estate community designed with a limited number of platted lots and the uniqueness to include a portion of agriculture lots (horseback riding, light farming). Low density with large acreage lots was the plan for the community. Years later in a court action, the Developer testified that there was never any intent or discussion to have any lots, agriculture or residential to be divided! Fact: The Covenants (not county staff assumption) are Residential, Agriculture and Commercial, churches and lakes. The Pine Ridge subdivision is a community without an HOA and thus only has enforcement powers by individual owner(s). However, for many decades the County has assisted in the enforcement of such covenants for Pine Ridge. Fact: Collier County has a long history of protecting homeowners’ property rights from “spot or preferential treatment” for rezoning. The idea that the County staff would recommend a single rezoning and multiple variances on one platted lot is absurd and suspicious. Fact: The Petitioner states the purpose of the rezoning and variances is to create two marketable lots for personal gain. How this could possibly be an acceptable or reasonable request for a variance and rezoning is threatening to all communities. What’s next single-family lots to multi-family lots? If approved, this rezoning sets a dangerous precedence for all communities in the County. While the County is the legal entity to approve variances and rezoning changes, the input and recommendation should first come from property owners. not a staff report replete with assumptions and incorrect information. All residences, not just a few should have received a notice along with scheduled public hearings located within the subdivision prior to any discussion at the planning Board level. This request is a non-compatible use of the property and should be denied with prejudice. We don’t elect the county staff, but the good news is, we elect YOU as our representative on such decisions. We pray and direct a NO VOTE on this petition. Sincerely, William J. Reagan 583 Hickory Rd Naples, Florida 34108 239 450 1366 1 Sarina Francis From:bill reagan <bill.reagan1@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, May 30, 2024 8:22 AM To:Bill McDaniel; Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal Subject:Pine Ridge Estate RE-Zoning Attachments:ltr to Comm PR.docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, attached is a fact sheet sent to all commissioners regarding the proposed re-zoning of an agriculture lots in Pine Ridge Estate. Please read the fact to assist in denial of this “spot” re-zoning. If you have any questions please feel free to call me. Regards, William Reagan 239 450 1366 VA-PL20230014908 RZ-PL20230013880 438 Gordonia Rd Naples, Florida 34108 1 Sarina Francis From:kaufman02@comcast.net Sent:Tuesday, June 4, 2024 11:49 AM To:Chris Hall; Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Rezoning Property at 438 Gordonia EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, You will see this item on your agenda for June 11th. I am the past President of the Pine Ridge Civic Association and a 25, year resident of Pine Ridge Estates. I have previously addressed this item at the Planning Board meeting without much success. I have had additional time to look into the facts since then. NIM - Yes a ad was placed in the Naples Daily News A sign was placed on the property. No mention of a NIM on the Sign. I called the staff person listed on the sign without any success. I found out LATER he was not available due to an injury..tried to leave a message but his mailbox was full. A meeting was held at the downtown library...way out of the area of concern. Only 1 couple attended this meeting which was NOT A NIM! A NIM requires notification of the Pine Ridge Civic Association as specified in the LDC (para D) Later I did reach the staff person (Eric Ortman) he said there were no minutes taken only a note from the applicant which he was glad to send me. It was written by the applicant, but it was not minutes. We in Pine Ridge do not want this zoning changed, this will change the CHARACTER of our community which has stood for over 67 years without any problems. Bob Kaufman 1 Sarina Francis From:Gigi Downing <gigi@gigidowning.com> Sent:Tuesday, June 11, 2024 9:43 AM To:Dan Kowal Subject:Deny rezoning of 438 Gordonia Rd EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. RE: VA-PL20230014908 RZ-PL20230013880 438 Gordonia Rd Naples, FL. Dear Mr Kowal - We are reaching out to you today as Pine Ridge Residents who want to express our desire to OPPOSE the rezoning and variance application for the property at 438 Gordonia Rd. This letter is written to strongly object to the subject companion Rezoning and Variance applications for the subject property at 438 Gordonia Rd., located in the Pine Ridge Second Extension, Collier County, FL. The request is to rezone the subject property from A, Agriculture to RSF-1 Single Family for the purpose of dividing the originally platted lot into two separate parcels for resale. We strongly believe the re-zoning and variance petitions for 438 Gordonia Rd should be denied. Thank you for your consideration, Brendan and Gigi Downing 603 West St Naples FL 34108 1 Sarina Francis From:Clifford Schneider <fxrp44@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, June 10, 2024 4:50 PM To:Dan Kowal Subject:438 Gordonia Rezoning Application EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner Kowal, I will attend the 6/11/2024 Board of County Commissioners meeting and make the following presentation regarding the subject application. We would greatly support your support to deny this application. Thank you. Cliff Schneider Clifford H. Schneider, P.E. 234 Tupelo Rd. Naples, FL 34108 Presentation to Collier County Board of County Commissioners 6/11/2024 RE: 438 Gordonia Rezone/Variance Application Agriculture to RSF-1 RZ-PL20230013880 VA-PL20230013880 I am Cliff Schneider, a resident of the Pine Ridge Community since 1972. I am a founding board of director of the Pine Ridge Civic Association. I served on the Pine Ridge Architectural Control Committee for 40 plus years. My personal goal has been preserving the most unique subdivision in Collier County, Pine Ridge. Pine Ridge is the lowest density subdivision in Collier County coastal area. This was by design. I only have three minutes to request denial of a zoning change which will affect our community for eternity. The Collier Development Corporation planned Pine Ridge with the specific land uses defined in our Covenants and Restrictions. The plats and land uses were approved by Collier County beginning in 1950. 2 Our Covenants run with the land. The covenants do not expire,,,,, I repeat,,,, they do not expire. Pine Ridge is different because the Collier Development Corporation had a vision for a different community covering 2.5 square miles with some 550 lots. Many people including your staff, and planning commission do not understand the concept of Pine Ridge. The concept of Pine Ridge is in the Public Record. The subject parcel is one of approximately 60 lots designated as the Agriculture Area of Pine Ridge. Rezoning of one single parcel creates a non compatible zoning designation to these 60 Agriculture Area parcels. Said action is also is in specific conflict with how our Pine Ridge community was planned and approved. The applicant also requests four separate zoning variances in order to divide his land into two RSF-1 parcels. Who benefits from this action? Only one individual does,,,,,, the applicant,,,,,,,and to the detriment of the rest of our community. This is wrong. Please deny both applications. I am available for questions . Thank you. Clifford H. Schneider, P.E. 234 Tupelo Rd. Naples, FL 34108 2392872297 cell cliffschneider4444@gmail.com 1 Sarina Francis From:Clifford Schneider <cliffschneider4444@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, May 9, 2024 3:58 PM To:Dan Kowal Subject:438 Gordonia Rezone Variance EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. May 9, 2024 Clifford H. Schneider, P.E. 234 Tupelo Rd. Naples, FL 34108 Collier County Board of County Commissioners and Collier County Planning Commission Collier County Government Center Naples, FL RE: VA-PL20230014908 RZ-PL20230013880 438 Gordonia Rd 2 Naples, FL. This letter is written to strongly object to the subject companion Rezoning and Variance applications for the subject property at 438 Gordonia Rd., located in the Pine Ridge Second Extension, Collier County, FL. RE-ZONING REQUEST The request is to rezone the subject property from A, Agriculture to RSF-1 Single Family for the purpose of dividing the originally platted lot ino two separate parcels for resale. The subject parcel lies within an area commonly known as Pine Ridge. Pine Ridge was developed by the Collier Development Corporation, Inc. There are three plats of Pine Ridge as follows: Pine Ridge, circa 1954 Pine Ridge Extension, circa 1957 Pine Ridge Second Extension, circa 1971. The subject property at 438 Gordonia Rd. lies within the Pine Ridge Extension Plat at Lot 19, Block H, of said plat. The existing zoning of the subject platted lot is A, Agriculture. Pine Ridge is a community in Collier County that was platted by the Collier Development Corporation with Covenants and Restrictions that were referenced in the plats and said Covenants were recorded in the public records of Collier County. The Covenants gave detailed restrictions as to permitted land uses, setbacks, lot coverage, and more. 3 Pine Ridge was platted long before the existence of Planned Unit development (PUD) zoning designations. Pine Ridge was actually a planned community with distinct designated land uses for lots and tracts within said plats. The collier Development Corporation hired a Land Planner, Harlan Bartholomew to plan the entire Pine Ridge Community. Harlan Bartholomew was considered the Dean of City and Comprehensive Planning at the time. Lots and tracts were platted with specific land uses defined in the Covenants as Residential Area, Agricultural Area, Commercial, Churches, and lakes. The platted lots that have both agricultural and residential uses per the Covenants lie in the eastern side of East Ave., Ridge Dr., Gordonia Rd., and Hickory Rd. They are commonly known as the Pine Ridge “Ag” lots. The county staff report states that the said Ag lots are a “ vestige of when this part of Collier County was rural”' reference Page 4 of 7 of said staff report. This staff report statement is actually false. The agricultural uses on the Ag lots were planned specifically by the Collier Development Corporation and are so stated in the said Covenants and Restrictions and so named “Agricultural Area”. The removal of the Covenant agricultural uses should actually be preceded by a Covenants amendment prior to any rezoning. There is a provision in the Covenants for amendments with a 50% plus one vote in favor of any proposed amendment. The Covenants and Re strictions run with the land and take precedent over zoning. The request to rezone one lone single lot within a planned community is truly “spot zoning” and said request should be denied. The staff obviously did not fully research said property for how the Pine Ridge Community was planned nor how it has recorded Covenants and Restrictions. VARIANCE The applicant states that the purpose of the re-zoning and variance request is for the purpose of having two marketable parcels. 4 The application states that variances are required to facilitate the future transfer of the two new parcels. Please note that the applicant is requesting multiple variances, not just one variance. The applicant is requesting two separate front yard variances and one side yard variance to facilitate the sale of two separate parcels now or in the future. The Staff Analysis for the subject application states that the setbacks for properties zoned Agriculture per the 1968 LDC were 25 ft. This was not the case for the Pine Ridge Second Extension. The aforementioned Covenants established the front and side street setbacks as 35 ft. not 25 ft. These setbacks were later changed by County to be 50 ft. The applicant also requests a variance to the RSF-1 minimum lot width of 150 ft. for the so-called 'new to be created', Parcel A. Questions? Why should the applicant be granted four separate considerations, variances, in order for the applicant to sell a newly created lot? Is the County poised to make future exceptions solely to accommodate an owners wish to make a profit? If a setback variance is granted to one owner should not setback variances be given to all other grandfathered or non-grandfathered properties in Collier County that do not meet current standards? The request for RSF-1 variances should be denied. HISTORY 5 I make the above statements and comments based on my knowledge of the Plats of Pine Ridge and the said Covenants and Restrictions. I further make the above statements and comments based on my almost 40 years of service on the Pine Ridge Subdivisions Archit ectural Control Committee. I have been a land owner and resident of Pine Ridge since 1972. CONCLUSION The subject re-zoning and variance petitions for 438 Gordonia Rd. should both be denied. Clifford H. Schneider, P.E. cliffschneider4444@gmail.com 2392872297 cell 1 Sarina Francis From:Elona Dreni <elonadreni@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, June 4, 2024 12:01 PM To:Dan Kowal Subject:Rezoning and Variance Application for 438 Gordonia Rd EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner Kowal, We are writing this letter on behalf of the Pine Ridge Estates Civic Association. As long-standing residents and representatives of the Pine Ridge subdivision, we write to strongly object to the rezoning and variance applications for the property at 438 Gordonia Rd. in the Pine Ridge Second Extension. Re-Zoning Request Pine Ridge Estates was meticulously developed for "estate living" by the Collier Development Corporation, Inc., with three platted areas: Pine Ridge (1954), Pine Ridge Extension (1957), and Pine Ridge Second Extension (1971). The community includes specific and uniquely planned lots, a portion of which were designated A, Agriculture. This designation was not due to the land being rural, as incorrectly stated in the staff report, but was a deliberate part of the estate living concept, intended for uses such as horseback riding and light farming. The covenants of Pine Ridge, not assumptions by the county staff, clearly define the community’s residential, agricultural, commercial, church, and lake areas. The request to rezone this property from Agriculture to RSF-1 Single Family, with the intention of dividing it into two parcels, directly contradicts the original planning and covenants of Pine Ridge Estates. Allowing such a change constitutes "spot zoning," which Collier County has historically opposed to protect homeowner rights. The rezoning request and multiple variance applications serve only the petitioner's personal gain and set a dangerous precedent for all communities in the county. Variance Request The petitioner is requesting multiple variances to facilitate the division and sale of the property. These include two front yard variances, one side yard variance, and a variance for the RSF-1 minimum lot width of 150 ft. for the newly created Parcel A. Granting these variances would not only compromise the integrity of Pine Ridge but also encourage similar requests that undermine zoning regulations and community planning across Collier County. Community Input and Protection 2 It is imperative that the input and recommendations on such matters come from the property owners, not from a staff report filled with assumptions and incorrect information. All residents of Pine Ridge, not just a select few, should have been notified of this request, and public hearings should have been held within the subdivision prior to any discussion at the Planning Board level. This request represents a non-compatible use of the property and should be denied with prejudice. The preservation of our community's character and adherence to its original planning principles are of utmost importance. Conclusion We do not elect the county staff; we elect you as our representative to make these critical decisions. We urge you to vote NO on this petition to rezone and amend the variances for 438 Gordonia Rd. Protecting the integrity of Pine Ridge and all communities in Collier County depends on your decision. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. Sincerely, The PRCA Board IMPORTANT: The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential. They are intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email by mistake, please notify the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to anyone or make copies thereof. 1 Sarina Francis From:Michele Woodman <Michele@tinamarie-interiors.com> Sent:Tuesday, June 4, 2024 12:09 PM To:Dan Kowal Cc:Michele Woodman; richard woodman Subject:Pine Ridge Estates Rezone and Variance Application for 438 Gordonia Rd Attachments:Gordonia.docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Best Regards, Michele Woodman TINA MARIE INTERIORS, LLC 28410 Bonita Crossings Blvd, Unit 270 Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Office: 239.301.0086 www.tinamarie-interiors.com May 14, 2024 & June 4, 2024 Board of County Commissioners & the Collier County Planning Commission 3299 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL 34112 Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, My husband & I have been residents of Pine Ridge Estates since 2017 and have witnessed the rapid and ever-changing landscape of the neighborhood. We are writing to you to express our strong objection to the rezoning and variance applications for the property located at 438 Gordonia Rd, Naples (VA-PL-202-300-14908 and RZ-PL-202-300-13880). Pine Ridge Estates is a distinctive community with established covenants and restrictions that contribute to its unique character. Allowing a rezoning from agriculture to residential within the subdivision would significantly alter the ambiance of our neighborhood, particularly without an amendment to the existing covenants, which requires majority approval from property owners. The rezoning and variance applications for 438 Gordonia Rd. aim to change its designation from Agriculture to RSF-1 Single Family, splitting it into two parcels for resale. These variances would reduce the setbacks. Pine Ridge, developed by the Collier Development Corporation, has longstanding Covenants and Restrictions (established in 1957) that guide land use and preserve our community’s character. This rezoning request amounts to "spot zoning" and disregards these Covenants. Additionally, the requested variances for setback reductions and lot width adjustments threaten the integrity of Pine Ridge. The staƯ report fails to recognize the importance of the agricultural designation in the Covenants, which should be amended only through a majority vote of the property owners of Pine Ridge Estates. Therefore, these applications should be denied. The property owner of the address has not pursued an amendment to the covenants. Why is it that the planning commission and the board of County commissioners are considering the change without consulting the residents directly aƯected? There is a disturbing trend taking place in the neighborhood and changing the characteristic it is specifically known for. This proposal to increase density by subdividing agricultural lots contradicts the low-density environment that many of us specifically sought when purchasing our properties. This change would not only disrupt the peaceful environment, but it will also drastically change the essence of PRE. Additionally, to consider is the burden on road conditions, increased traƯic, the challenge in safely moving people and their pets (walking, bike riding, etc.) which is already apparent. Other considerations: more septic tanks and wells potentially disturbing the water table that we so rely on. If water becomes scarce, who is to pay for tying into Collier County Water? We urge the staƯ, planning commission, and County commissioners to conduct thorough research and carefully consider the implications of this request before making any decisions. Please take our objections into account and refrain from approving the rezoning and variance applications for 438 Gordonia Rd. Sincerely, Richard & Michele Woodman 1 Sarina Francis From:Matthew Slaughter <mjcslaughter@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, June 11, 2024 6:00 AM To:Chris Hall Cc:Burt Saunders; Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Re 438 Gordonia Lot Split - Neighbor Support w/Conditions EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello Commissioners, I am the direct neighbor and owner located at 400 Carica Rd, just east of the 438 Gordonia Rd property. I would be in support of this lot split if the petitioner would be required to connect to water and/or sewer utility services. Utility connection is a pretty typical requirement for developers requesting higher densities. I reviewed a water line map serving the Pine Ridge Estates and there may be a 24" PVC water line that could be connected to at the intersection of Orange Blossom and Goodlette Frank to the immediate east. Maybe a connection to that line would be feasible. Otherwise, if the rezone lines up with the FLU and is legally permissible outside of reasonable setback variances I would be in support given the size of the current lot and that both future parcels would be over an acre in size. I also respect my fellow Pine Ridge association members' opinions and agree that the character of Pine Ridge Estates needs to be maintained. I believe a utility connection would accomplish this by bringing value to the neighborhood in exchange for increased density. Thank you for your work. Regards, Matthew Slaughter - 239-877-2040 1 Sarina Francis From:Fred Heald <fheald@comcast.net> Sent:Saturday, May 25, 2024 9:22 AM To:Dan Kowal Subject:Gordonia Road re-zone request in Pine Ridge neighborhood Follow Up Flag:Follow up Flag Status:Flagged EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Kowal, Please do not approve this request for my neighborhood of Pine Ridge. I have lived in Naples since 1965 and the last 30 years in Pine Ridge. The request violates our original covenants as outlined by my neighbor Clifford Schneider P.E. It will eventually open a floodgate of peƟƟons of developers who see the opportunity to buy up similarly zoned AG lots and subdivide them. We residents of Pine Ridge have always known that the AG lots that lie just west of GoodleƩe road could not be subdivided and unƟl now, no one has tried. Please don’t let this happen. It will enrich a few but be a disaster for the rest of us. Sincerely Fred Heald Sent from my iPad Sent from my iPad 1 Sarina Francis From:Louise Taylor <a0005296@yahoo.com> Sent:Saturday, June 8, 2024 8:23 PM To:rick.locastro@colliercountyfl.go; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Objection to RZ-PL 20230013880 and VA-PL 20230014908 Follow Up Flag:Flag for follow up Flag Status:Flagged EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. As a resident and someone whose family has lived in Pine Ridge subdivision for 50 years, and enjoyed the protection of the long-standing covenants in place since this location's establishment, I could not have better stated my objections to the above rezoning and variance requests by Mr. Eddy Olivares (related to his property at 438 Gordonia Rd in Pine Ridge) than did fellow Pine Ridge neighbors William J. Reagan and Carol Girardin in their letters to you. I strongly object to this proposed rezoning and variance request and ask that you vote NO! to this petition! Sincerely, Louise V. Taylor 627 Gordonia Road Naples 34108 Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer 1 Sarina Francis From:Margot Kaufman <margotkaufman@comcast.net> Sent:Tuesday, June 4, 2024 12:14 PM To:Chris Hall; Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:438 Gordonia Rd Rezoning and Variance requests from Owner EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, I am writing to you to express my strong objection to the owner of 438 Gordonia Rd requesting a zoning change from Agricultural to RSF-1 and variances so the lot could be split by the owner. In the early 1950’s the Collier Development Corporation created a subdivision - Pine Ridge. They created and recorded Covenants and Restrictions which are part of the deeds of the Pine Ridge parcels and are still in effect today. They have never been changed from what the Collier Development Corp created in the 1950’s. This formed the foundation of what Pine Ridge is today. I am requesting that you do not change the character of Pine Ridge by granting one property owner a zoning change. Please deny this petition. Margot Kaufman