Agenda 11/13/2018 Item # 9A11/13/2018
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve by Ordinance petition PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1, a Growth
Management Plan Small Scale Amendment specific to the Conditional Uses Subdistrict of the
Golden Gate Area Master Plan, to allow church uses for the Grace Romanian Baptist Church.
(Adoption Hearing) (This is a Companion to Agenda Item 8.A)
OBJECTIVE: For the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to approve (adopt) the proposed small-
scale Growth Management Plan (GMP) amendment and approve the amendment for transmittal to the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.
CONSIDERATIONS: The subject petition is submitted as a small-scale comprehensive plan
amendment. As such, per Florida Statutes, the request is heard once only by the Collier County Plannin g
Commission and the BCC. If approved by the BCC, the petition is transmitted to the Florida Department
of Economic Opportunity (DEO).
The GMP amendment requested is for approximately 6.25 acres located at the southeast corner of the
intersection of Golden Gate and Collier Boulevards, in Section 11, Township 49 South, Range 26 East.
(Urban Estates Planning Community). This petition seeks to amend the GMP, adopted by Ordinance No.
89-05, as amended, specifically amending the Golden Gate Area Master Plan and Golden Gate Area
Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Series by:
Adding text to establish a new area in the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, within the Estates
Designation, Mixed-Use District, to add the subject site as an exception for a church or place of
worship. And, creating a new location for the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, Special Exceptions to
Conditional Use Locational Criteria map for inclusion in the FLUM series.
The proposed amended Subdistrict text, as recommended by the Collier County Planning Commission
(CCPC), is depicted in Ordinance Exhibit “A.”
The process for adoption of a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment requires (in part) the following
statutory standards be met [followed by staff analysis in bracketed and italicized text].
(1) A small-scale development amendment may be adopted under the following conditions:
(a) The proposed amendment involves a use of 10 acres or fewer. [The proposed amendment
pertains to a 6.25-acre property.]
(b) The cumulative annual effect of the acreage for all small-scale development amendments
adopted by the local government does not exceed a maximum of 120 acres in a calendar year.
[Thus far, three small-scale GMP amendments have been adopted in calendar year 2018 for a
total of +17.48 acres (5.35 + 5.8 + 6.33).]
(c) The proposed amendment does not involve a text change to the goals, policies, and objectives
of the local government’s comprehensive plan, but only proposes a land use change to the
future land use map for site-specific small-scale development activity. However, text changes
that relate directly to, and are adopted simultaneously with, the small-scale future land use
map amendment shall be permissible under this section. [This amendment is for a site-
specific Future Land Use Map change and directly-related text changes.]
(d) The property that is the subject of the proposed amendment is not located within an area of
critical state concern, unless the project subject to the proposed amendment involves the
construction of affordable housing units meeting the criteria of s. 420.0004(3) and is located
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within an area of critical state concern designated by s. 380.0552 or by the Administration
Commission pursuant to s. 380.05(1). [The subject property is not within an Area of Critical
State Concern.]
(4) Comprehensive plans may only be amended in such a way as to preserve the internal consistency
of the plan pursuant to s. 163.3177. [Internal consistency will be maintained between and among
elements if the amendment is approved.]
Based on the review of this small-scale GMP amendment petition, including the supporting data and
analysis, staff makes the following findings and conclusions:
There are no adverse environmental impacts as a result of this petition.
No historic or archaeological sites are affected by this amendment.
The proposed church use is compatible with the surrounding area based upon a macro view
(Zoning Services Section staff conduct a more detailed compatibility review as part of their
review of the conditional use petition where considerations include building height and setbacks,
landscape buffers and open space, surrounding land uses, etc.)
There are no infrastructure related concerns regarding impacts upon adopted level of service
standards.
On July 19, 2018, the CCPC recommended that the BCC approve the transmittal of the Re-study
of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) Re-study-based GMP amendments at their
upcoming scheduled public hearing on September 25, 2018. Those amendments include an
allowance for Estates zoning district conditional uses at major intersections, such as Collier Blvd.
and GG Blvd., but limits the project size to 5 acres.
In staff’s opinion, if this petition is approved, it will increase the likelihood of a similar petition
(to allow an Estates zoning district CU) being submitted for the property across Golden Gate
Blvd. at the northeast corner of Golden Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd.
Staff finds that the data and analysis submitted by the petitioner demonstrates a need for the
proposed amendment and that this is an appropriate location to fulfill that need.
The data and analysis provided for the amendment supports the proposed changes to the GGAMP. The
complete staff analysis of this petition is provided in the CCPC Staff Report.
FISCAL IMPACT: The cost to process, review and advertise this petition was borne by the petitioner
via application and advertisement fees. Therefore, there are no fiscal impacts to Collier County as a result
of the adoption of this amendment.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: Adoption of the proposed amendment by the Board for
transmittal to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) will commence the thirty-day (30)
challenge period for any affected person. Provided the small-scale development amendment is not
challenged, it shall become effective thirty-one (31) days after receipt by DEO.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This Growth Management Plan (GMP) amendment is authorized by,
and subject to the procedures established in, Chapter 163, Part II, Florida Statutes, The Community
Planning Act, and by Collier County Resolution No. 12-234, as amended. The Board should consider the
following criteria in making its decision: “plan amendments shall be based on relevant and appropriate
data and an analysis by the local government that may include but not be limited to, surveys, studies,
community goals and vision, and other data available at the time of adoption of the plan amendment. To
be based on data means to react to it in an appropriate way and to the extent necessary indicated by the
data available on that particular subject at the time of adoption of the plan or plan amendment at issue.”
(Section 163.3177(1)(f), FS.) In addition, Section 163.3177(6)(a)2, FS provides that GGAMP plan
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amendments shall be based on surveys, studies and data regarding the area, as applicable including:
a. The amount of land required to accommodate anticipated growth.
b. The projected permanent and seasonal population of the area.
c. The character of undeveloped land.
d. The availability of water supplies, public facilities, and services.
e. The need for redevelopment, including the renewal of blighted areas and the elimination of
non-conforming uses which are inconsistent with the character of the community.
f. The compatibility of uses on lands adjacent to or closely proximate to military
installations.
g. The compatibility of uses on lands adjacent to an airport as defined in s. 330.35
and consistent with s. 333.02.
h. The need to modify land uses and development patterns with antiquated
subdivisions.
i. The discouragement of urban sprawl.
j. The need for job creation, capital investment and economic development that will
strengthen and diversify the community’s economy.
And FLUE map amendments shall also be based upon the following analysis per Section
163.3177(6)(a)8.:
a. An analysis of the availability of facilities and services.
b. An analysis of the suitability of the plan amendment for its proposed use considering the
character of the undeveloped land, soils, topography, natural resources, and historic
resources on site.
c. An analysis of the minimum amount of land needed to achieve the goals and
requirements of this section.
This item is approved as to form and legality. It requires a super-majority vote for approval because this
is an adoption hearing. [HFAC]
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO THE COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION: That
the CCPC forward petition PL20160002584/CP-2017-1 to the Board with a recommendation of approval.
COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION (CCPC) RECOMMENDATION: The CCPC
continued this petition indefinitely at their meeting on May 3, 2018, due to changes the applicant
proposed to the project and presented at the meeting. The applicant held a second Neighborhood
Information Meeting (NIM) on June 25, 2018. On September 20, 2018, the CCPC held a public hearing
and voted 5-1 (Mr. Strain against) to forward the petition to the Board with a recommendation to adopt
and transmit to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Mr. St rain voted against the petition
stating the proposed use is not compatible with the neighborhood, and the church size is more of a
commercial operation. No GMPA text changes were needed as a result of the additional NIM or the
CCPC hearing.
A total of nine letters and emails were received as of the date of the first CCPC meeting on May 3, 2018
meeting; two were in support, seven expressed concerns that included: traffic impacts; impacts upon the
quality of groundwater; property devaluation; and that the petition should not be heard prior to the
completion of the GGAMP Re-study. There were four public speakers, all of which expressed concerns;
these included: traffic impacts and the impacts upon the quality of groundwater. No additional
correspondence was received by Comprehensive Planning staff after 5/3/18. Three people spoke at the
CCPC Public Hearing on September 20, 2018, with two speaking against the approval of the GMPA.
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RECOMMENDATION: To adopt the Ordinance and transmit petition PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1
to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity per the CCPC recommendation.
Prepared by: Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner, and David Weeks, AICP, Growth Management Manager,
Zoning Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. CCPC Adoption Staff Report_PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 (PDF)
2. Adoption Ordinance - 092018_PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 (PDF)
3. [Linked] Grace Romanian - Petition_Part-#1 (PDF)
4. [Linked] Grace Romanian - Petition_Part-#2 (PDF)
5. Combined_Letters_of_Support_PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 (PDF)
6. Letters_Emails_of Objection_PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 (PDF)
7. ND-2143066_Advertisement as posted (PDF)
8. ND-214066_Ad_Affidavit (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 9.A
Doc ID: 6954
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve by Ordinance petition PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-
1, a Growth Management Plan Small Scale Amendment specific to the Conditional Uses Subdistrict of
the Golden Gate Area Master Plan, to allow church uses for the Grace Romanian Baptist Church.
(Adoption Hearing) (This is a Companion to Agenda Item 8.A)
Meeting Date: 11/13/2018
Prepared by:
Title: Planner, Senior – Zoning
Name: Marcia R Kendall
10/09/2018 8:20 AM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Planning and Zoning – Zoning
Name: Michael Bosi
10/09/2018 8:20 AM
Approved By:
Review:
Growth Management Department David Weeks Additional Reviewer Completed 10/09/2018 1:22 PM
Growth Management Department Judy Puig Level 1 Reviewer Completed 10/09/2018 1:54 PM
Zoning Michael Bosi Additional Reviewer Completed 10/15/2018 9:00 AM
Growth Management Department James C French Deputy Department Head Review Completed 10/15/2018 1:45 PM
Growth Management Department Thaddeus Cohen Department Head Review Completed 10/16/2018 10:06 AM
County Attorney's Office Heidi Ashton-Cicko Level 2 Attorney of Record Review Completed 10/16/2018 10:25 AM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 10/16/2018 10:33 AM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 10/16/2018 12:56 PM
County Attorney's Office Emily Pepin CAO Preview Completed 10/16/2018 1:34 PM
Budget and Management Office Mark Isackson Additional Reviewer Completed 10/19/2018 10:42 AM
County Manager's Office Nick Casalanguida Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 11/04/2018 1:09 PM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 11/13/2018 9:00 AM
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REVISED STAFF REPORT
COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT/ZONING DIVISION,
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SECTION
HEARING DATE: September 20, 2018 (originally heard May 3, 2018, but eventually
continued indefinitely)
RE: PETITION CPSS-2017-01/PL20160002584, SMALL SCALE GROWTH
MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT (Companion to CU-
PL20160002577) [ADOPTION HEARING]
ELEMENT: GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN
NOTE: This petition was originally heard by the CCPC at Transmittal Hearing on May 3,
2018 and, eventually continued indefinitely. Due to proposed changes pertaining to the
companion Conditional Use (CU) petition, the petitioner held a second NIM for both
petitions. All revised areas of this Staff Report subsequent to the May CCPC meeting are
highlighted for convenience of the reader.
AGENT/APPLICANT/OWNER(S):
Agents: Josh Fruth, Jessica Harrelson, Anna Weaver, Derek Burr, AICP
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
Applicant: "Grace" Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc.
6017 Pine Ridge Road, #84
Naples, FL 34104
Owner: "Grace" Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc.
6017 Pine Ridge Road, #84
Naples, FL 34104
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:
The subject property comprises ±6.25-acres and is located at the southeast corner of the
intersection of Golden Gate Blvd. (CR876) and Collier Blvd. (CR951), in Section 11, Township 49
South, Range 26 East (Urban Estates Planning Community).
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REQUESTED ACTION:
The applicant proposes a small-scale Comprehensive Plan amendment to the Golden Gate Area
Master Plan (GGAMP), specifically to amend the text of the Estates Mixed Use District –
Conditional Use Subdistrict, Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria, to add the
subject site as an exception for a church or place of worship. The applicant also proposes to
create a new map (“Conditional Use Subdistrict: Golden Gate Boulevard & Collier Boulevard
Special Provisions”) in the Future Land Use Map series of the GGAMP, which will identify the
newly created area in the revised Subdistrict.
The proposed amended Subdistrict text is as follows:
(Single underline text is added, single strike-through text is deleted, and is also reflected in the
Ordinance Exhibit A).
2. ESTATES DESIGNATION
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A. Estates-Mixed Use District
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3. Conditional Uses Subdistrict
Various types of conditional uses are permitted in the Estates zoning district within the Golden
Gate Estates area. In order to control the location and spacing of new conditional uses, one of
the following four sets of criteria shall be met:
Proposed
Project Site
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a) Essential Services Conditional Use Provisions:
*** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** ***
b) Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Boulevard Special Provisions:
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c) Neighborhood Center Transitional Conditional Use Provisions:
*** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** ***
d) Transitional Conditional Uses:
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e) Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria:
1. Temporary use (TU) permits for model homes, as defined in the Collier County Land
Development Code, may be allowed anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
Conditional use permits for the purpose of extending the time period for use of the
structure as a model home shall be required, and shall be subject to the provisions of
Section 5.04.04B. and C. of the Collier County Land Development Code, Ordinance
No. 04-41, as amended. Such conditional uses shall not be subject to the locational
criteria of the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and may be allowed anywhere within the
Estates-Mixed Use District.
2. Conditional Use permits for excavation, as provided for in the Estates zoning district,
are not subject to the locational criteria for Conditional Uses and may be allowed
anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
3. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates zoning
district, is allowed on Tract 22, Golden Gate Estates, Unit 97.
4. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship as allowed in the Estates Zoning
District is allowed on the north 180 feet of Tract 107, Unit 30, Golden Gate Estates.
Church-related day care use shall not be allowed. Development shall be limited to a
maximum of 12,000 square feet of floor area.
5. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning
District, is allowed on Tract 16 and the west half of Tract 15, Golden Gate Estates,
Unit 4 (see map titled Conditional Uses Subdistrict: Collier Boulevard Special
Provisions).
PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT:
The purpose of this Growth Management Plan Amendment is to create text and a map for an
additional location under the Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria in the
Conditional Uses Subdistrict of the Estates designation in the Golden Gate Area Master Plan
(GGAMP). The Conditional Uses Subdistrict is scattered about different locations throughout the
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Estates Mixed Use District. The acreage for the Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational
Criteria Subdistrict will increase by the amount (±6.25-acres) of this additional location.
The GGAMP amendment is necessary in order to allow a church/place of worship use at this
location in the Estates designation. A new map will be created of the Conditional Uses Subdistrict,
Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria and included in the Future Land Use
Map Series of the GGAMP.
SURROUNDING LAND USE, ZONING AND FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION:
Subject Property:
The +6.25-acre subject site is zoned Estates Zoning District allowing uses of low density
residential development (1 DU per 2.25 acres or per legal non-conforming lot) with limited
agricultural activities; the Estates district is also designed to accommodate conditional uses,
development that provides services for and is compatible with the low density residential, subject
to locational criteria in the GGAMP. The Land Development Code lists churches as permissible
as a Conditional Use for the Estates Zoning District.
The Future Land Use designation of Estates is characterized by low density semi-rural residential
lots with limited opportunities for other land uses. Generally, the Estates Designation also
accommodates future non-residential uses including conditional uses and essential services,
(except as prohibited in the Neighborhood Center Subdistrict). Parks, group housing, schools,
family care facilities, care units, and nursing homes are permitted uses. Estates zoning district
conditional uses are subject to locational criteria as contained in the Conditional Uses Subdistrict.
Surrounding Land Uses:
North: Immediately adjacent to the north (across Golden Gate Blvd) are a mix of residential
single-family units and a couple of undeveloped lots; this area is zoned Estates and
designated Estates, Mixed Use District, Residential Estates Subdistrict. There is also
a utility property fronting on the east side of Collier Blvd. owned by FPL approximately
1,000 feet north of the subject property. Further to the north, up to Vanderbilt Beach
Road, are more residential single-family units and a few undeveloped lots, which are
zoned Estates and designated Estates, Mixed Use District, Residential Estates
Subdistrict.
South: Immediately adjacent to the south lies 1st Ave. SW and beyond are residential single-
family units and a few undeveloped lots; this area is zoned Estates and designated
Estates, Mixed Use District, Residential Estates Subdistrict. Across Collier Blvd.
(CR951) on the west side of the road, and approximately ½ mile south of the subject
site there are two places of worship: Iglesia Cristiana La Roca (Rock Christian Church)
and the Haitian Bethesda Baptist Church. Further south on the east side of Collier
Blvd. at 15th Ave. SW, there are two other places of worship: Bethel Christian Church
and Unity Faith Missionary Baptist. There is a commercial planned unit development
(Brooks Village) approximately 1 mile south of the subject site on the west side of
Collier Blvd. and on the south side of Pine Ridge Road; this area is zoned Commercial
Planned Unit Development (CPUD) and designated Estates, Mixed Use District,
Neighborhood Center Subdistrict. There are also 2 parcels zoned C-3 Zoning District
and designated Estates, Mixed Use District, Neighborhood Center Subdistrict on the
west side of Collier Blvd. on the north side of Pine Ridge Road.
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West: Immediately adjacent to the west (across Collier Blvd.) are residential single-family
units and undeveloped lots, zoned Estates and designated Estates, Mixed Use
District, Residential Estates Subdistrict. Directly across from the northern parcel of
the subject site on the west side of Collier Blvd. (CR951) are two County owned
parcels with a water retention pond. These two parcels make up the northwest and
southwest quadrants of the intersection of Collier Blvd. and Golden Gate Blvd.
Further to the west are additional residential single-family units and a few zoned
Estates, and designated Estates, Mixed Use District, Residential Estates Subdistrict.
There is also a property with agricultural uses on Mahogany Ridge Road
approximately 1 mile to the west of the subject site.
East: Immediately adjacent to the east lies one single family residence abutting the subject
site (in the NW corner of Weber Blvd. and 1st Ave. SW), and Weber Blvd., a local road
that runs north/south (parallel with Collier Blvd.); Weber Blvd. serves as a collector for
four local streets north of Golden Gate Blvd. and four local streets south of Golden
Gate Blvd. To the east of Weber Blvd. are residential single-family units and a couple
of undeveloped lots; this area is zoned Estates and designated Estates, Mixed Use
District, Residential Estates Subdistrict. Approximately 1/2 mile to 3/4 mile east from
the subject site and fronting on Golden Gate Blvd., there are two places of worship:
Estates Naples Kingdom Hall and Cypress Wood Presbyterian Church; a county park
(Max A Hasse Jr. Community Park); and Big Cypress Elementary School. This area
is zoned Estates and designated Estates, Mixed Use District, Residential Estates
Subdistrict.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
Background and Considerations:
The applicant is proposing a Growth Management Plan (GMP) amendment to allow a conditional
use for a church/place of worship to be located at the southeastern corner of the intersection of
Collier Blvd. (CR951) and Golden Gate Blvd. (CR876). The site consists of ±6.25-acres and is
comprised of two tax parcels. The northern parcel is wooded and undeveloped and the southern
parcel contains a single-family home and is heavily wooded. Although the northern parcel is
located at the intersection of an arterial roadway (Collier Blvd.) and a collector road (Golden Gate
Blvd.), as identified in the Transportation Element of the GMP, no development has been
previously approved and constructed.
The applicant, Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, purchased this property in November
2016 and is the owner of this site. The congregation has been holding services (sharing with
another congregation) at the First Baptist Church of Naples on Orange Blossom Drive. Although
the project is to be for a congregation of less than 300 people (seats), they want to worship in
their own church. Their services will be conducted in Romanian. This petition and the companion
Conditional Use application are for church-use only – not to accommodate a day care or any other
community functions such as Boy/Girl Scouts or Alcohol Anonymous meetings, etc.
The GGAMP provides that various types of conditional uses are permitted in the Estate s zoning
district within the Golden Gate Estates area. In order to control the location and spacing of new
conditional uses, one of the following sets of criteria must be met: Essential Services Conditional
Use Provisions, Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Boulevard Special Provisions, Neighborhood
Center Transitional Conditional Use Provisions, and Transitional Conditional Uses, and Special
Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria. The applicant has requested a conditional use
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under the last criteria, Special Exceptions. In reviewing the surrounding area, 6 churches are
located within a one mile radius of the subject site. Previously, in 2007 and 2008, the two existing
churches near Max Hasse Park were approved via the Transitional CU provision. Other churches
in the surrounding area were granted provisional uses in the 1980’s , prior to adoption of the
GGAMP. Previously, only two churches were approved under Special Exceptions to Conditional
Use Locational Criteria: a church on Immokalee Road and a church on Santa Barbara Blvd.
Compatibility (including appropriateness of the location) for this project is identified by staff as the
potential main area of concern to address.
Compatibility:
The surrounding area (at least 1 mile in any direction from the subject site) is entirely designated
as Estates. This designation is characterized by low density semi-rural residential lots with limited
opportunities for other land uses. Typical lots are 2.25 acres in size. Residential density is limited
to a maximum of one unit per 2.25 gross acres, or one unit per legal non-conforming lot of record,
exclusive of guesthouses. The range of uses in the area surrounding the subject site include
mostly residential single-family units, with a small mix of churches scattered throughout the area,
as well as a park, a school, two commercial sites, and a couple of utility sites.
Generally, the Estates Designation also accommodates future no n-residential uses, including:
conditional uses, subject to locational criteria, and essential services as defined in the Land
Development Code. This amendment is proposing a land use that is in keeping with the
surrounding area and the companion conditional use is an appropriate vehicle for obtaining
permission for this use (the other means is through a rezoning).
Historically, churches have been located within residential neighborhoods. Generally, these
churches were not megachurches with significant activity on site every day of the week, rather
were small with primary activity on Sunday. Neither this petition nor the companion CU petition
indicate a seating capacity of more than 300 seats. In staff’s view, the impacts from this church
appear to be similar to that of the characteristics of churches historically located in neighborhoods.
Compatibility can be more specifically addressed at time of zoning, and may include building
height and size limitations, setback and buffer requirements, etc.
In staff’s opinion, if this petition is approved it will increase the likelihood of a similar petition (to
allow an Estates zoning district CU) being submitted for the property across Golden Gate Blvd. at
the northeast corner of Golden Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd.
Justifications for Proposed Amendment:
The agent for the applicant conducted and submitted a data and analysis review as part of the
application packet for the GGAMP amendment. The analysis examined the following:
• Vicinity to existing local parishioners
• Location of alternative facilities offering similar denominational opportunities
• Property availability
• Alternative site analysis
• Ongoing update/re-study of Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Vicinity to existing local parishioners: Currently the congregation consists of local residents, with
no seasonal impacts to the church population. The applicant provided a map with the locations
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of the parishioners showing that there are two clusters of existing members in Golden Gate City
and Golden Gate Estates. The proposed church location would lie between these clusters. There
is another cluster of members that live between Vanderbilt Beach Road and Immokalee Road
close to I-75. Only a couple of members live outside of these areas.
Location of alternative facilities offering similar denominational opportunities : The proposed
church is unique in that it provides services conducted in Romanian. The applicant provided a
map indicating where other churches in the state of Florida provided similar denominational
opportunities. The closest churches to Naples were located in Hollywood (122 miles) and Lake
Worth (132 miles). The only other churches in Florida were located in Seffner (160 miles) and
Jacksonville (379 miles).
Property availability: The applicant and agent reviewed other properties in the same vicinity that
might meet the needs of the church with these key criteria: minimum of 5 acres, maximum of 10
acres, minimum lot width of 330 linear feet, located with frontage on arterial or collector roadway,
a maximum of 5 miles east of I-75 and north of Golden Gate Parkway, sale price less than or
equal to $135,000. Two properties were identified: (1) Sungate CPUD Tract B (northwest corner
of Green Blvd. and Collier Blvd.) and (2) a property on the west side of Collier Blvd. approximately
0.13 miles north of Pine Ridge Road.
Alternative site analysis: The application included a description, map of two alternative sites, plus
the proposed location, that were analyzed: (1) The Sungate CPUD - Limits the actual total square
feet to 63,000 square feet for Tracts B, C, and D, so another development could cause restraints
in the ability for the church to develop and water management facilities for the 1.02 County owned
right-of-way might further limit the church’s developable area in Tract B. Also, this site is not
currently on the market.
(2) Property on the west side of Collier Blvd. north of Pine Ridge Road - Access to Collier Blvd.
might also be limited to parishioners during peak transportation hours for the church. Cost of
constructing this site might be higher than proposed site due to an 8-foot deep storm water
detention pond utilized for the roadway storm water attenuation. This site was also the highest
cost per acre.
The proposed site - 3899 1st Ave. SW would need a Conditional Use and a GGAMP amendment.
This property is owned by the applicant.
Ongoing update/re-study of Golden Gate Area Master Plan: The Collier County Community
Planning Section is currently conducting a restudy of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan. A
number of public meetings were held with citizens and developers in Golden Gate Estates in order
to have an understanding of what changes in the Growth Management Plan they would like to
see. Surveys were used to help indicate what land uses participants would prefer. The surveys
indicated that the participants might be agreeable to some additional potential Conditional Use
(CU) locations, if limited as to location and type. Between 45% and 50% of participants stated
that additional CU’s should be allowed at arterial intersections (described as 4 or more lane roads
intersected by 4 or more lane roads). There were 5 rural locations and 3 urban locations that
were identified as potential sites for Transitional CUs under this description, including Golden
Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd. (east quadrants). However, the Re-study also limits the size of these
CU locations to 2.25 acres to 5 acres or less. Church uses evoked a variety of opinions (both
favorable and unfavorable) among the participants. The GMP amendments based on the re-study
(recommended for approval by the CCPC) have not yet been heard by the BCC at Transmittal
hearing and must be reviewed by various state agencies before being heard at CCPC and BCC
Adoption hearings. If the GGAMP Re-study amendments should be approved by the BCC as
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presently drafted, a Transitional CU at this location would be permitted, if the acreage was
between 2.25 and 5 acres. This petition is for a Special Exception to Conditional Use Locational
Criteria.
Identification and Analysis of the Pertinent Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Criteria in Florida Statutes Chapter 163.3187:
Process for adoption of small scale comprehensive plan amendment.
(1) A small scale development amendment may be adopted under the following conditions:
(a) The proposed amendment involves a use of 10 acres or fewer. [The subject site comprises
±6.25 acres.]
(b) The cumulative annual effect of the acreage for all small scale development amendments
adopted by the local government does not exceed a maximum of 120 acres in a calendar
year. [No small scale GMP amendments have been approved in calendar year 2018; a ±5.35-
acre small scale petition is scheduled to be considered for adoption by the BCC in May 2018.]
(c) The proposed amendment does not involve a text change to the goals, policies, and
objectives of the local government’s comprehensive plan, but only pr oposes a land use
change to the future land use map for a site-specific small scale development activity.
However, text changes that relate directly to, and are adopted simultaneously with, the small
scale future land use map amendment shall be permissible under this section. [This
amendment does include a text change to the Comprehensive Plan and those text changes
are directly related to the proposed future land use map amendment.]
(d) The property that is the subject of the proposed amendment is not located within an area
of critical state concern, unless the project subject to the proposed amendment involves the
construction of affordable housing units meeting the criteria of s. 420.0004(3), and is located
within an area of critical state concern designated by s. 380.0552 or by the Administration
Commission pursuant to s. 380.05(1). [The subject property is not located within an Area of
Critical State Concern.]
(2) Small scale development amendments adopted pursuant to this section require only one
public hearing before the governing board, which shall be an adoption hearing as described
in s. 163.3184(11). [This project will be heard with only one public adoption hearing.]
(3) If the small scale development amendment involves a site within a rural area of opportunity
as defined under s. 288.0656(2)(d) for the duration of such designation, the 10-acre limit
listed in subsection (1) shall be increased by 100 percent to 20 acres. The local government
approving the small scale plan amendment shall certify to the state land planning agency
that the plan amendment furthers the economic objectives set forth in the executive order
issued under s. 288.0656(7), and the property subject to the plan amendment shall undergo
public review to ensure that all concurrency requirements and federal, state, and local
environmental permit requirements are met. [This amendment does not involve a site within
a rural area of opportunity.]
(4) Comprehensive plans may only be amended in such a way as to preserve the internal
consistency of the plan pursuant to s. 163.3177. Corrections, updates, or modifications of
current costs which were set out as part of the comprehensive plan shall not, for the purposes
of this act, be deemed to be amendments. [This amendment preserves the internal
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consistency of the plan and is not a correction, update, or modification of current costs which
were set out as part of the comprehensive plan.]
Environmental Impacts and Historical and Archaeological Impacts:
Summer Araque, Principal Environmental Specialist with Collier County Environmental Planning
Section has reviewed this petition.
The subject property is 6.25 acres. Vegetation in the canopy consists of a mix of slash pine,
cypress, and cabbage palm. The acreage of native vegetation on site will be field verified by staff
during review of the Conditional Use (CU) for the project.
The proposed GMP amendment has no effect on the requirements of the Conservation and
Coastal Management Element (CCME) of the GMP. Native vegetation on site will be retained in
accordance with the requirements of CCME Policy 6.1.1 and section 3.05.07 of the LDC.
Public Facilities Impacts:
Eric Fey, Senior Project Manager with Collier County Public Utilities Engineering & Project
Management Division, completed his review and approved this petition in August 2017.
Transportation Impacts:
Michael Sawyer, Project Manager with Collier County Transportation Planning, completed his
review and approved this petition, without any conditions, in August 2017.
NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION MEETING (NIM) SYNOPSIS:
A Neighborhood Information Meeting (NIM), as required by Land Development Code (LDC)
Section 10.03.05 A, was duly advertised, noticed, and held - on October 11, 2017, 5:30 p.m. at
the Collier County – Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W, Naples, FL 34120 - jointly
for this small scale GMP amendment and the companion Conditional Use petition.
The applicant’s team gave a presentation and then responded to questions. A total of
approximately 9 members of the public along with approximately 4 members of the applicant’s
team and County staff signed in at the NIM. The public asked questions about the project details.
The consultant explained that there were two separate applications: a small-scale amendment for
the Growth Management Plan and a zoning action for a conditional use. One citizen spoke in
favor of having this church as a neighbor.
Several of the citizens who attended the Neighborhood Information Meeting, voiced concerns
over the following transportation issues: additional traffic along Weber Blvd., location of ingress
and egress points, County is unwilling to install traffic calming devices along Weber Blvd., and
the trip count was calculated as 183 Sunday peak hour trips. The meeting ended at approximately
6:15 p.m.
A second NIM was duly advertised, noticed, and held - on June 25, 2018, 5:30 p.m. at the Collier
County – Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W, Naples, FL 34120 - jointly for this
small scale GMP amendment and the companion Conditional Use petition. Fred Hood, agent for
the applicant at that time, presented the project with proposed changes, using both a PowerPoint
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slideshow and an updated list of 21 conditions for the Conditional Use zoning action (list was also
a handout) and then answered questions.
Approximately 23 citizens, 4 members of the applicant’s team, and the 2 planners from the County
attended the NIM. Questions and concerns from the attendees included:
• Number of acres for project site? 6.25 acres
• Number of square feet of storage shed? 1,800 sq. feet
• Types of special events? Not defined yet
• Where will special events be held on the site? in the pastor’s residence? Outdoors? If
outside, could be in parking area, or in open area, if pastor residence not built.
• Traffic is already a nightmare. Applicant will continue to work with County staff.
• Traffic access to site locations. Applicant will continue to work with County staff.
• Could a bridge entrance be constructed over the Collier Blvd. canal? Not possible, since
land that would be needed does not belong to church and safe distance from Golden Gate
Blvd could not be accommodated.
• If an event is held in parking area, where will people park? As part of a special event
permit a parking plan is required.
• Do not want carnival or revival type events. Agent asked if citizen wanted any other types
of events eliminated.
• Speeding on Weber Blvd. Citizens need to work with Sherriff’s office.
• Have an off-duty officer for traffic control.
• Churches do not pay property taxes.
• What will be cleared in the preserve area? Only native vegetation would remain.
• Dates of Public Hearings. No dates were set yet.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 6:08 p.m.
[synopsis prepared by Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner, Comprehensive Planning Section]
FINDING AND CONCLUSIONS:
• There are no adverse environmental impacts as a result of this petition.
• No historic or archaeological sites are affected by this amendment.
• There are no transportation or utility-related concerns as a result of this petition.
• The use is generally compatible with surrounding development.
• The Re-study for the Golden Gate Area Master Plan identifies the eastern quadrants of
Collier Blvd. and Golden Gate Blvd. as appropriate for Estates Zoning District CUs with
conditions, including a size maximum of 5 acres.
• In staff’s opinion, if this petition is approved it will increase the likelihood of a similar petition
(to allow an Estates zoning district CU) being submitted for the property across Golden
Gate Blvd. at the northeast corner of Golden Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd.
• Staff finds that the data and analysis submitted by the petitioner demonstrates a need for
the proposed amendment and that this is an appropriate location to fulfill that need.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
This Staff Report was reviewed by the County Attorney’s Office on April 19, 2018 and August 14,
2018. The criteria for GMP amendments to the Future Land Use Element and Map Series are in
Sections 163.3177(1)(f) and 163.3177(6)(a)2 and 163.3177(6)(A)8, Florida Statutes. [HFAC]
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Collier County Planning Commission forward Petition
PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 to the Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation
to approve (adopt) and transmit to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, subject to
including in this amendment the addition of the Subdistrict name in the list of maps under the
heading “Future Land Use Map Series” at the end of the GGAMP.
Prepared by: Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner, Zoning Division, Comprehensive Planning Section
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Re: Grace Romanian Baptist Church SSGMPA & CU
To Whom It May Concern:
I, Melania Budiu Hotaranu would like to express my support of the proposed the Small -Scale Growth
Management Plan Amendment (Petition#: SSGMPA-PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1) and the companion
Conditional Use applications (CU - PL20160002577) for parcel numbers 36760800006 and 36760720005.
I believe the project as proposed by the applicant, and their representatives at Davidson Engineering, is
something that I would prefer over commercial or more intensive residential development in this location.
I believe that the church and their representatives have been open to conversations about their project and
the traffic issues that have been on the minds of other residents in our neighborhood.
Please accept this email as support of the Grace Romanian Baptist Church and their proposed 300 -seat
church and associated accessory uses.
Sincerely,
MELANIA BUDIU HOTARANU
3541 1st AVE SW
NAPLES,FL 34117
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Hello Ms. Sue Faulkner,
I was asked to contact you in reference to this possible amendment located at
the property at the corner of Collier Blvd and Golden Gate Blvd. The public
hearing request is in reference to the building of a church there. (Please see
attached photo below)
I'd like to submit this letter, as I cannot personally attend the hearing, as a
petition against the building of a church.
My family and I live on Weber Blvd South just about a block away from this
property. Modifying the amendment to allow the building of a church at this
property, which would cause a lot more vehicular traffic, is definitely not what
Weber Blvd South needs. Weber Blvd S is already used as a thru street for rush
hour traffic Monday through Friday from Collier Blvd morning and evening, as
well as for Big Cypress Elementary School Monday through Friday when school
is in session, morning and afternoon. During the peak of these times, I refuse
to walk on the sidewalk with my children along Weber Blvd S because of the
consistent traffic speeding highly above the posted 30mph speed limit. I'm even
very nervous about checking my mailbox. The Collier County Sheriff's Office
has been requested numerous times to conduct speed enforcement along the
road. There is no raised curb along the road and the sidewalk is only just feet
away. In addition, recently new traffic patterns at the intersection of Golden
Gate Blvd and Weber Blvd S, as well as the intersection of Weber Blvd S and
White Blvd, have denied traffic from making left turns. The intersection of
Golden Gate Blvd and Weber Blvd S has a raised median in place, but the
intersection of Weber Blvd S and White Blvd has a painted median which many
people consistently violate to make a left turn from Weber Blvd S to travel east
on White Blvd. If the building of a church is granted there at that property,
there will be an increase of vehicular traffic during church functions as well as
on Sunday. That will be an additional day, making it 6 days a week of vehicular
that travel on Weber Blvd S.
My family and I politely request that this amendment is denied for the building
of a place of worship, and to remain for residential structures only.
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The Osbornes
161 Weber Blvd South
Naples, FL. 34117
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8B WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2018 NAPLES DAILY NEWS +
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and as the Board of
Zoning Appeals,will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2018,commencing at 9:00 a.m.,in the
Board of County Commissioners Chamber, Third Floor, Collier County Government Center, 3299 Tamiami
Trail E., Naples, FL.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 89-05, AS AMENDED, THE
COLLIER COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE UNINCORPORATED
AREA OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE
GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN AND GOLDEN GATE AREA FUTURE LAND
USE MAP BY REVISING THE CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT TO ALLOW
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CHURCH OR PLACE OF WORSHIP. THE
SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN
GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 49
SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, CONSISTING OF 6.25 ACRES; AND FURTHERMORE,
DIRECTING TRANSMITTAL OF THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [PL20160002584]
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OF COLLIER COUNTY,
FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONDITIONAL USE
TO ALLOW A CHURCH WITHIN AN ESTATES ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT TO
SECTION 2.03.01.B.1.c.1 OF THE COLLIER COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE
BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 49
SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA. [PL20160002577]
All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard. Copies of the proposed ORDINANCE and
RESOLUTION will be made available for inspection at the GMD Zoning Division, Comprehensive Planning
Section, 2800 N. Horseshoe Dr., Naples, FL., between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Monday
through Friday. Furthermore, the materials will be made available for inspection at the Collier County Clerk’s
Office, Fourth Floor, Suite 401, CollierCountyGovernment Center, East Naples, oneweekpriorto the
scheduled hearing. Any questions pertaining to the documents should be directed to the GMD Zoning
Division, Comprehensive Planning Section. Written commentsfiledwiththeClerktothe Board’sOffice prior
to November 13, 2018 will be read and considered at the public hearing.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners
with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he will need a record of that proceeding,
and for such purpose he 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.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding,
you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County
Facilities Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101, Naples, FL 34112-5356, (239)
252-8380, at least two days prior to the meeting. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired are
available in the Board of County Commissioners Office.
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69 percent of a
male colleague’s pay.Efforts are
underway to erase such
inequities, including working with employers and
industries to be more transparent about
what they pay and helping
women become stronger ad-vocates
within their workplaces. The AAUW has a goal
of training 10 million women how to
negotiate
for better
sal-aries.Women lose
513B a year
to gender pay
gap Losses are
compounded throughout their lives
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GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
SMALL-SCALE GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENT
CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT
Prepared For:
"Grace" Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc.
6017 Pine Ridge Road, #84
Naples, FL 34119
and
Prepared By:
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
www.davidsonengineering.com
LIST OF EXHIBITS
Application to Amend the Growth Management Plan Exhibit A
Professional Qualifications Sheet Exhibit B
Proposed SSGMPA Text Amendment Language Exhibit C
Location Map Exhibit D
USGS Quad Map Exhibit E
Aerial with Florida Land Cover Classification System Overlay & Soil Mapping Exhibit F
Environmental Data Exhibit G
Surrounding Zoning Exhibit Exhibit H
Surrounding Future Land Use Map Exhibit I
Historical/Archaeological Probability Exhibit J
Proximity to Public Services Map Exhibit K
Recorded Warranty Deed Exhibit L
Letter of Authorization Exhibit M
Alternative Site Data & Analysis Exhibit N
Conceptual Site Plan Exhibit O
Boundary Survey / Legal Description Exhibit P
Traffic Impact Statement Exhibit Q
Level of Service Comparative Analysis Exhibit R
Utility Availability Statement Exhibit S
Justification of the Proposed SSGMPA Amendment Exhibit T
Planning Communities Map Exhibit U
Future Land Use Map Exhibit V
Existing Zoning Maps Exhibit W
Disclosure of Interest Exhibit X
Golden Gate Area Master Plan Inset Map Exhibit Y
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APPLICATION FOR A REQUEST TO AMEND
THE COLLIER COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN
APPLICATOIN NUMBER___________________ DATE RECEIVED______________________________
PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE DATE __________________________________________________
DATE SUFFICIENT ______________________________________________________________________
This application, with all required supplemental data and information, must be completed and
accompanied by the appropriate fee, and returned to the Growth Management Department, Zoning
Division, Comprehensive Planning Section, 2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida 34104. 239-252-
2400.
The application must be reviewed by staff for sufficiency within 30 calendar days following the filing
deadline before it will be processed and advertised for public hearing. The applicant will be notified
in writing, of the sufficiency determination. If insufficient, the applicant will have 30 days to remedy
the deficiencies. For additional information on the processing of the application, see Resolution 97-431
as amended by Resolution 98-18 (both attached). If you have any questions, please contact the
Comprehensive Planning Section at 239-252-2400.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
I. GENERAL INFOMRATION
A.Name of Applicant ______________________________________________________________
Company _______________________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________ State _____________________ Zip Code __________
Phone Number ______________________ Fax Number ________________________________
B.Name of Agent * _________________________________________________________________
•THIS WILL BE THE PERSON CONTACTED FOR ALL BUSINESS RELATED TO THE PETITION.
Company________________________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________________
City ___________________________ State ____________________ Zip Code ________
Phone Number ____________________ Fax Number ___________________________
C.Name of Owner (s) of Record ____________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________
City ___________________________ State ___________________ Zip Code ________
Phone Number _______________________ Fax Number ______________________________
D.Name, Address and Qualifications of additional planners, architects, engineers,
environmental consultants and other professionals providing information contained
in this application.
II.Disclosure of Interest Information:
A.If the property is owned fee simple by an INDIVIDUAL, Tenancy by the entirety, tenancy in
common, or joint tenancy, list all parties with an ownership interest as well as the percentage
of such interest. (Use additional sheets if necessary).
EXHIBIT A
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Name and Address Percentage of Ownership
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
B.If the property is owned by a CORPORATION, list the officers and stockholders and the
percentage of stock owned by each.
Name and Address Percentage of Stock
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
C.If the property is in the name of a TRUSTEE, list the beneficiaries of the trust with the
percentage of interest.
Name and Address Percentage of Interest
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
D.If the property is in the name of a GENERAL or LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, list the name of the
general and/or limited partners.
Name and Address Percentage of Ownership
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
E.If there is a CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE, with an individual or individuals, a Corporation, Trustee,
or a Partnership, list the names of the contract purchasers below, including the officers,
stockholders, beneficiaries, or partners.
Name and Address Percentage of Ownership
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
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__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
__________________________________________ _________________________
Date of Contract: __________________
F. If any contingency clause or contract terms involve additional parties, list all individuals or
officers, if a corporation, partnership, or trust.
Name and Address
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
G. Date subject property acquired
If, Petitioner has option to buy, indicate date of option:______________ and date
option terminates: ______________, or anticipated closing: _______________________.
H. Should any changes of ownership or changes in contracts for purchase occur subsequent to
the date of application, but prior to the date of the final public hearing, it is the responsibility
of the applicant, or agent on his behalf, to submit a supplemental disclosure of interest form.
III. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
A. LEGAL DESCRIPTION ______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
B. GENERAL LOCATION _____________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
C. PLANNING COMMUNITY D. TAZ _____________________
E. SIZE IN ACRES F. ZONING _________________
G. SURROUNDING LAND USE PATTERN________________________________________________
H. FUTURE LAND USE MAP DESIGNATION(S)____________________________________
IV. TYPE OF REQUEST:
A. GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN ELEMENT (S) TO BE AMENDED:
_______ Housing Element _______ Recreation/Open Space
_______ Traffic Circulation Sub-Element _______ Mass Transit Sub-Element
_______ Aviation Sub-Element _______ Potable Water Sub-Element
_______ Sanitary Sewer Sub-Element _______ NGWAR Sub-Element
_______ Solid Waste Sub-Element _______ Drainage Sub-Element
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_______ Capital Improvement Element _______ CCME Element
_______ Future Land Use Element _______ Golden Gate Master Plan
_______ Immokalee Master Plan
B. AMEND PAGE (S) _________________OF THE _______________________________ELEMENT
AS FOLLOWS: (Use Strike-through to identify language to be deleted; Use Underline to
identify language to be added). Attach additional pages if necessary:
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
C. AMEND FUTURE LAND USE MAP(S) DESIGNATION FROM ______________________________
TO _______________________________________________________________________________
D. AMEND OTHER MAP(S) AND EXHIBITS AS FOLLOWS: (Name & Page #)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
E. DESCRIBE ADDITINAL CHANGES REQUESTED: ________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
V. REQUIRED INFORMATION:
NOTE: ALL AERIALS MUST BE AT A SCALE OF NO SMALLER THAN I”=400’. At least one copy reduced to 8-
1/2 x 11 shall be provided of all aerials and/or maps.
A. LAND USE
__________ Provide general location map showing surrounding developments (PUD,
DRI’s, existing zoning) with subject property outlined.
__________ Provide most recent aerial of site showing subject boundaries, source, and
date.
__________ Provide a map and summary table of existing land use and zoning within
a radius of 300 feet from boundaries of subject property.
B. FUTURE LAND USE AND DESIGNATION
__________ Provide map of existing Future Land Use Designation(s) of subject property
and adjacent lands, with acreage totals for each land use designation on
the subject property.
C. ENVIRONMENTAL
___________ Provide most recent aerial and summary table of acreage of native
habitats and soils occurring on site. HABITAT IDENTIFICATION MUST BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE FDOT-FLORIDA LAND USE, COVER AND FORMS
CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (FLUCCS CODE). NOTE: THIS MAY BE INDICATED
ON SAME AERIAL AS THE LAND USE AERIAL IN “A” ABOVE.
___________ Provide a summary table of Federal (US Fish & Wildlife Service) and State
(Florida Game & Freshwater Fish Commission) listed plant and animal
species known to occur on the site and/or known to inhabit biological
communities similar to the site (e.g. panther or black bear range, avian
rookery, bird migratory route, etc.).Identify historic and/or
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archaeological sites on the subject property.
D. GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Reference 9J-11.006, F.A.C. and Collier County’s Capital Improvements Element
Policy 1.1.2 (Copies attached).
1. INSERT “Y” FOR YES OR “N” FOR NO IN RESPONSE TO THE FOLLOWING:
__________ Is the proposed amendment located in an Area of Critical State
Concern? (Reference 9J-11.006(1)(a)(5), F.A.C.). IF so, identify area
located in ACSC.
__________ Is the proposed amendment directly related to a proposed
Development of Regional Impact pursuant to Chapter 380 F.S. ?
(Reference 9J-11.006(1)(a)7.a, F.A.C.)
__________ Is the proposed amendment directly related to a proposed Small Scale
Development Activity pursuant to Subsection 163.3187 (1)(c), F.S. ?
(Reference 9J-11.006(1)(a)7.b, F.A.C.) Does the proposed amendment
create a significant impact in population which is defined as a potential
increase in County-wide population by more than 5% of population
projections? (Reference Capital Improvement Element Policy 1.1.2). If
yes, indicate mitigation measures being proposed in conjunction with the
proposed amendment.
__________ Does the proposed land use cause an increase in density and/or intensity
to the uses permitted in a specific land use designation and district
identified (commercial, industrial, etc.) or is the proposed land use a
new land use designation or district? (Reference Rule 9J-5.006(5) F.A.C.).
If so, provide data and analysis to support the suitability of land for the
proposed use, and of environmentally sensitive land, ground water and
natural resources. (Reference Rule 9J-11.007, F.A.C.)
E. PUBLIC FACILITIES
1. Provide the existing Level of Service Standard (LOS) and document the
impact the proposed change will have on the following public facilities:
__________ Potable Water
__________ Sanitary Sewer
__________ Arterial & Collector Roads; Name specific road and LOS
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
__________ Drainage
__________ Solid Waste
__________ Parks: Community and Regional
If the proposed amendment involves an increase in residential density, or an
increase in intensity for commercial and/or industrial development that would
cause the LOS for public facilities to fall below the adopted LOS, indicate mitigation
measures being proposed in conjunction with the proposed amendment.
(Reference Capital Improvement Element Objective 1 and Policies)
2. ________ Provide a map showing the location of existing services and public
facilities that will serve the subject property (i.e. water, sewer, fire
protection, police protection, schools and emergency medical services.
3. ________ Document proposed services and public facilities, identify provider, and
describe the effect the proposed change will have on schools, fire
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protection and emergency medical services.
F. OTHER
Identify the following areas relating to the subject property:
______ Flood zone based on Flood Insurance Rate Map data (FIRM).
______ Location of wellfields and cones of influence, if applicable. (Identified on
Collier County Zoning Maps)
______ Traffic Congestion Boundary, if applicable
______ Coastal Management Boundary, if applicable
______ High Noise Contours (65 LDN or higher) surrounding the Naples Airport, if
applicable (identified on Collier County Zoning Maps).
G. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
______ $16,700.00 non-refundable filing fee made payable to the Board of County
Commissioners due at time of submittal. (Plus proportionate share of advertising costs)
______ $9,000.00 non-refundable filing fee for a Small Scale Amendment made
payable to the Board of County Commissioners due at time of submittal.
(Plus proportionate share of advertising costs)
______ Proof of ownership (copy of deed)
______ Notarized Letter of Authorization if Agent is not the Owner (See attached form)
______ 1 Original and 5 complete, signed applications with all attachments including
maps, at time of submittal. After sufficiency is completed, 25 copies of the
complete application will be required.
* If you have held a pre-application meeting and paid the pre-application fee of $250.00 at the
meeting, deduct that amount from the above application fee amount when submitting your
application. All pre-application fees are included in the total application submittal fee. Otherwise
the overage will be applied to future proportionate share advertising costs.
* Maps shall include: North arrow, name and location of principal roadways and shall be
at a scale of 1”=400’ or at a scale as determined during the pre-application meeting.
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EXHIBIT “B”
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS SHEET
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
Mr. Hood has a Bachelor’s of Urban Planning from the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design
Architecture Art and Planning. He has been a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners
(AICP) and has practiced land planning in Southwest Florida since 2006. During his career in urban
planning, for over twelve years, Mr. Hood has managed large and small development projects while
working closely with a myriad of land development professionals in the physical development and policy
adoption of residential, commercial, mixed-use, institutional and industrial projects. Mr. Hood has been
tendered and accepted as an expert in land planning in cities and counties throughout Florida as well as
being tendered as an expert witness in the area of Urban and Land Use Planning. Mr. Hood continues to
attend continuing education seminars to remain current on planning theory and methodologies in an
ever-changing regulatory environment.
Earth Tech Environmental, LLC
Jeremy Sterk
Ecologist \ Partner
Jeremy has been an environmental consultant in Southwest Florida since 1994 and has worked on
projects throughout Collier, Lee, Hendry, DeSoto, Glades, and Charlotte counties. Jeremy holds an
active real estate license and his experience in the early stages of property due diligence studies greatly
assists clients in making informed decisions. His extensive and varied experience allows him to
successfully guide clients through the local, state, and federal permitting maze. This experience includes
environmental land use planning, environmental resource permitting, vegetation and habitat mapping,
protected species surveys, protected species management plans, environmental impact statements,
property use studies, post permit compliance, and GIS \ GPS mapping. In 1998, he wrote an ecological
assessment computer model for the South Florida Water Management District as part of the South Lee
County Watershed Study. Jeremy is certified by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
(FWC) as a Gopher Tortoise Agent. In addition to authoring dozens of habitat and species management
plans, in 2007, Jeremy co-authored the first habitat conservation plan (HCP) in the nation to address
incidental take issues for both red cockaded woodpeckers (RCW) and Florida panther on the same
property. Jeremy was a member of the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee from
2009 to 2014 and is currently a member of the Development Services Advisory Committee (DSAC).
Grace Romanian Church - SSGMPA
Conditional Uses Subdistrict
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Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA
Norman J. Trebilcock, AICP, P.E.
President
Mr. Trebilcock has a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Miami and a Master’s
Degree in Engineering, with an emphasis in Public Works from the University of Florida. He is also a
graduate of the US Army Engineer Officer Basic Course. Mr. Trebilcock has practiced transportation
planning and engineering in Southwest Florida since 1990. Mr. Trebilcock produces plans, designs, and
permitting efforts on public works and private sector projects. His primary area of expertise is in
transportation engineering, including highway design, utility relocation, drainage design, street lighting,
signalization, access management and permitting. He prepares and reviews traffic impact statements
and related reports. In addition to being a registered Professional Engineer and holding a certification
from the American Institute of Certified Planners, Mr. Trebilcock holds an FDOT Advanced Work Zone
Traffic Control Certification. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA is classified as a Small Business
Enterprise with the South Florida Management District and the FDOT.
Golden Gate Area Master Plan as of Ordinance No. 2016-12 adopted May 10, 2016
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Words added are underlined and words struck-through have been deleted
2.ESTATES DESIGNATION
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A.Estates – Mixed Use Distirct
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(VI)(X) 3. Conditional Uses Subdistrict
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(VI)(VIII) e) Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria:
(XIII)(XVI) 1. Temporary use (TU) permits for model homes, as defined in the Collier County
Land Development Code, may be allowed anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use
District. Conditional use permits for the purpose of extending the time period for
use of the structure as a model home shall be required, and shall be subject to the
provisions of Section 5.04.04B. and C. of the Collier County Land Development
Code, Ordinance No. 04-41, as amended. Such conditional uses shall not be
subject to the locational criteria of the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and may be
allowed anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
(XIII)2. Conditional Use permits for excavation, as provided for in the Estates zoning
district, are not subject to the locational criteria for Conditional Uses and may be
allowed anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
(XIII)3. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates
zoning district, is allowed on Tract 22, Golden Gate Estates, Unit 97.
(XV)4. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship as allowed in the Estates Zoning
District is allowed on the north 180 feet of Tract 107, Unit 30, Golden Gate Estates.
Church-related day care use shall not be allowed. Development shall be limited
to a maximum of 12,000 square feet of floor area.
5. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates
Zoning District, is allowed on Tract 16 and the west half of Tract 15, Golden Gate
Estates, Unit 4 (See map titled ).
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Grace Romanian Church – SSGMPA
Conditional Uses Subdistrict
March 2018
EXHIBIT C
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPAEXHIBIT D: LOCATION MAPCR 951PINE RIDGE RD
GOLDEN GATE BLVD
VANDERBILT BEACH
LEGEND
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
MAJOR ROADWAYS
COLLIER
LEE HENDRY
DADE
BROWA
R
D
PALM BEACH
MONROE
.
SOURCES: COLLIER COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2017)
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201NAPLES, FL 34104PHONE: 239-434-6060
Z:\Active Projects\G\GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH-CR 951\DWG\Planning\GIS\2017-04-24 GR SSGMPA-EXHIBIT D (LOCATION MAP).mxd
0 0.5 1MILES
GOLDEN GATE BLVD W
COLLIER BLVDGrace Romanian ChurchCollier County, Florida
Exhibit E - USGS Quad Map
X N/A AS SHOWNSHEET NO. DATE PROJECT NO. SCALE
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8
1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0
N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
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0 1,000 2,000500
Feet
Subject Property
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COLLIER BOULEVARDGOLDEN GATE BLVD
LEGEND
GRACE ROMANIAN SSGMPA SUBJECTPROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201NAPLES, FL 34104PHONE: 239-434-6060
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPAEXHIBIT F.1: AERIAL EXHIBIT
.
SOURCES: COLLIER COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2017)
0 600 1,200FEET
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Note:
2017 Aerial obtained from Collier County Property Appraiser.
624D3.88Ac
1102.27 Ac
7400.08 Ac 7400.01 Ac
7400.01 Ac
COLLIER BLVDGOLDEN GATE BLVD W
Grace Romanian ChurchCollier County, Florida
FLUCCS Map
X N/A AS SHOWNSHEET NO. DATE PROJECT NO. SCALE
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8
1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0
N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
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0 200 400100
Feet
Subject PropertyFLUCCS Mapping110, Single Family Residential624-D, Pine - Cypress - Cabbage Palm (drained)
740, Disturbed Land
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Note:2017 Aerialobtained from Collier County Property Appraiser.
EXHIBIT
F.2
146.25 Ac
COLLIER BLVDGOLDEN GATE BLVD W
Grace Romanian ChurchCollier County, Florida
Exhibit F.3 - NRCS Soils Mapping
X N/A AS SHOWNSHEET NO. DATE PROJECT NO. SCALE
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8
1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0
N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
O
0 200 400100
Feet
Subject Property
NRCS Soils Mapping
14, PINEDA FINE SAND, LIMESTONE SUBSTRATUM
G:\ETEnv Documents\PROJECTS\COLLIER\Grace Romanian Church\GG Blvd CR 951 Parcel\GIS\NRCS Soils Map.mxd / 11:44:36 AM3/31/17
Note:2017 Aerialobtained from Collier County Property Appraiser.
GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH PARCEL
Environmental Data Report
Section 11 / Township 49 S / Range 26 E
Prepared For:
Collier County Growth Management Department
Development Review Division
2800 N. Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Prepared By:
April 25, 2017
Updated:
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1455 Rail Head Boulevard, Suite 8
Naples, FL 34110
239.304.0030
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Environmental, LLC
EXHIBIT G
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A: Rezone Pre-App Notes & Environmental Checklists
APPENDIX B: Staff Qualifications
APPENDIX C: Protected Species Survey
APPENDIX D: Davidson Engineering Site Plan
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this document is to satisfy the Environmental Data requirements (LDC Section 3.08.00) for rezone and
GMPA of the Subject Property for development as a church campus. This information is in response to the circled
items in the Rezone Pre-Application Notes as provided by Davidson Engineering. See Appendix A, Rezone Pre-App
Notes & Environmental Checklists, pgs. 17-22.
PROPERTY LOCATION
The Grace Romanian Church property is located at the southeast corner of Collier Boulevard and Golden Gate
Boulevard West, in Section 11, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, in Collier County, Florida. The property is
approximately 6.25 acres. See Figure 1, Location Map.
Figure 1. Location Map
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA CHECKLIST
(Numbers match PUD checklist)
2. Who and what company prepared the Environmental Data Report?
This Environmental Data Report was prepared by Earth Tech Environmental, LLC. Ecologists Jeremy Sterk and
Jennifer Bobka. See Appendix B, Staff Qualifications.
3. Identify on a current aerial, the location and acreage of all SFWMD jurisdictional
wetlands according to the Florida Land Use Cover and Forms Classification System
(FLUCCS) and include this information on the SDP or final plat construction plans.
Based on the FLUCCS system, there are no jurisdictional wetlands present on the property:
FLUCCS 624-D, Pine – Cypress – Cabbage palm (Drained), 3.88 Acres
This is the largest vegetation community on the subject property. Canopy vegetation includes scattered bald
cypress, slash pine and cabbage palm. Other vegetation observed includes grapevine, beauty berry, cocoplum,
sword fern, myrsine, dahoon holly, strangler fig, and isolated patches of saw palmetto. Exotic plants were
estimated at be <50% and included Brazilian pepper, ear-leaf acacia, old-world climbing fern, Java plum, and
Caesar weed. The ground is covered in heavy mats of slash pine needles and other duff. The community was
likely a historic wetland, but no longer meets wetland criteria due to lack of wetland hydrology. Adjacent roads
and the CR 951 canal have likely had a significant impact on the hydrology. Based on these factors, this
community was given a ‘drained’ designation. See Figure 2, Aerial with Wetlands Identified.
Figure 2. Aerial with Wetlands Identified (No jurisdictional wetlands present).
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7.Provide a wildlife survey for the nests of bald eagle and for listed species known to
inhabit biological communities similar to those existing on site.
See Appendix C, Protected Species Survey.
8.Provide a survey for listed plants identified in 3.04.03.
See Appendix C, Protected Species Survey.
11. Identify on a current aerial the acreage, location and community types of all upland
and wetland habitats on the project site, according to the Florida Land Use Cover and
Forms Classification System (FLUCCS), and provide a legend for each of the FLUCCS
Codes identified.
See Figure 3, Aerial with FLUCCS Overlay.
Based on the FLUCCS system, the following communities are present on the property:
FLUCCS 110, Residential, Low Density, 2.27 Acres
This community consists of low-density rural areas characterized by a relatively small number of homes per
acre. This type of land is almost entirely committed to residential use, even though it may include forest or
range types.
FLUCCS 624-D, Pine – Cypress – Cabbage palm (Drained), 3.88 Acres
This is the largest vegetation community on the subject property. Canopy vegetation includes scattered bald
cypress, slash pine and cabbage palm. Other vegetation observed includes grapevine, beauty berry, cocoplum,
sword fern, myrsine, dahoon holly, strangler fig, and isolated patches of saw palmetto. Exotic plants were
estimated at be <50% and included Brazilian pepper, ear-leaf acacia, old-world climbing fern, Java plum, and
Caesar weed. The ground is covered in heavy mats of slash pine needles and other duff. The community was
likely a historic wetland, but no longer meets wetland criteria due to lack of wetland hydrology. Adjacent roads
and the CR 951 canal have likely had a significant impact on the hydrology. Based on these factors, this
community was given a ‘drained’ designation.
FLUCCS 740, Disturbed Land, 0.10 acres
Disturbed Lands are areas which have been changed due primarily to human activities. On the subject property,
this area consists of a small, unfinished turnoff/driveway in the north-central vicinity, as well as two smaller areas
along the north-eastern property boundary.
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Figure 3. Aerial with FLUCCS Overlay
14. Provide the results of any Environmental Assessments and/or Audits of the property,
along with a narrative of the measures needed to remediate if required by FDEP.
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment has not been conducted on the Subject Property.
24. The County Manager or designee may require additional data or information
necessary to evaluate the project’s compliance with LDC and GMP requirements
(LDC 10.02.A.3 f).
a. Provide overall description of project with respect to environmental and water
management issues.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan. See companion GMPA application. The project
proposes developing the parcel into a church with associated structures. A portion of the existing
habitat will be preserved onsite (0.77 acres). There are no wetlands present on the property. Water
management facilities will be designed according to SFWMD and Collier County criteria.
b. Explain how project is consistent with each of the applicable objectives and
policies in the CCME of the GMP.
See the information provided in this document.
c. Explain how the project meets or exceeds the native vegetation preservation
requirement in the CCME and LDC.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan and FLUCCS map in Figure 3. The site totals 6.25
acres. Of that acreage, 6.15 is classified as native vegetation. There is an existing home site on the
property that was allotted 1.0 acres of clearing as part of its building permit. 6.15 – 1.0 acres = 5.15
acres of native vegetation present on the property. 5.15 acres X 15% = 0.77 acres of native vegetation
required to be set aside as a preserve. The proposed site plan is shown in Figure 4.
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d.Indicate wetlands to be impacted and the effects of the impact to their
functions and how the project’s design compensates for wetland impacts.
There are no wetlands on the Subject Property and there will be no wetland impacts.
e.Indicate how the project design minimizes impacts to listed species. Describe
the measures that are proposed as mitigation for impacts to listed species.
See Appendix C, Protected Species Survey. No listed species were observed.
25. PUD zoning and CU petitions. For PUD rezones and CU petitions, applicants shall
collate and package applicable Environmental Data Submittal Requirements into a
single Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) document, prior to public hearings and
after all applicable staff reviews are complete. Copies of the EIS shall be provided to
the County Manager or designee prior to public hearings.
See this document.
ENVIRONMENTAL PUDZ-PUDA CHECKLIST (non-RFMU)
2.Submit a current aerial photograph (available from the Property Appraiser’s office)
and clearly delineate the subject boundary lines. If the site is vegetated, provide
FLUCCS overlay and vegetation inventory identifying upland, wetland and exotic
vegetation (Admin. Code Ch. 3 G.1. Application Contents #24). FLUCFCS Overlay -
P627.
See Figure 3, Aerial with FLUCCS Overlay. Descriptions are found in #11 above.
3.Clearly identify the location of all preserves and label each as “Preserve” on all plans
(LDC 3.05.07.A.2). Preserve Label- P546.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
4.Provide calculations on site plan showing the appropriate acreage of native
vegetation to be retained, the max. amount and ratios permitted to be created on-
site or mitigated off-site. Exclude vegetation located within utility and drainage
easements from the preserve calculation (LDC 3.05.07.B-D; 3.05.07.F; 3.05.07.H.1.d-
e). Preserve Calculation - P547.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
5.Created and retained preserve areas shall meet the minimum width requirements
per LDC 3.05.07.H.1.b. Preserve width – P603.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
6.Retained preservation areas shall be selected based on the criteria defined in LDC
3.05.07.A.3, include all 3 strata, be in the largest contiguous area possible and shall be
interconnected within the site and to adjoining off-site preservation areas or wildlife
corridors (LDC 3.05.07.A.1-4). Preserve Selection- P550.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan. The preserve has been provided as a contiguous single area.
There are no preserves to connect to offsite.
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7. Principle structures shall be located a minimum of 25’ from the boundary of the
preserve boundary. No accessory structures and other site alterations, fill placement,
grading, plant alteration or removal, or similar activity shall be permitted within 10’
of the boundary unless it can be shown that it will not affect the integrity of the
preserve.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
9. Provide Environmental Data identifying author credentials, consistency
determination with the GMPs, off-site preserves, seasonal and historic high water
levels, and analysis of water quality. For land previously used for farm fields or golf
course, provide soil sampling/groundwater monitoring reports identifying any site
contamination (LDC 3.08.00). Environmental Data Required – P 522.
See this document. The site has not previously contained a golf course or farm field.
10. PUD Document and Master Plan shall state the minimum acreage required to be
preserved (LDC 10.02.13.A.2). Master Plan Contents-P626.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
11. PUD shall include Preserve Tract section. When listing preserve uses, the following
is suggested: A. Principal Use: Preserve; B. Accessory Uses: All other uses (list as
applicable or refer to the LDC) not in CV Library.
See Davidson Engineering conceptual site plan.
12. PUD Document shall identify any listed species found on site and/or describe any
unique vegetative features that will be preserved on the site (LDC 10.02.13.A.2).
Unique Features- P628.
No listed species were observed on the property. There are no unique vegetative features.
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Figure 4. Proposed Site Plan.
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APPENDIX A
REZONE ENVIRONMENTAL DATA CHECKLISTS
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APPENDIX B
STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
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Relevant Experience
Jeremy has been an environmental consultant in Southwest Florida since 1994 and has worked on
projects throughout Collier, Lee, Hendry, DeSoto, Glades, and Charlotte counties. His varied
experience spans marine, upland, and estuarine habitats and includes extensive work with a wide
variety of listed species.
In addition to authoring dozens of habitat and species management plans, in 2007, Jeremy co-
authored the first habitat conservation plan (HCP) in the nation to address incidental take issues
for both red cockaded woodpeckers (RCW) and Florida panther on the same property.
In 1998, he wrote an ecological assessment computer model for the South Florida Water
Management District as part of the South Lee County Watershed Study.
Early in his career, Jeremy was the principal investigator of a field research project in the Bahamas
that utilized telemetry tracking to study the swimming speed of sub-adult lemon sharks.
Jeremy’s environmental consulting experience includes:
Protected Species Surveys Environmental Resource Permitting (ERP)
Listed Species Management Plans Turbidity Monitoring
Vegetation & Habitat Mapping Wetland & Water Level Monitoring
USFWS Section 7 & Section 10 Permitting Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
Water Use Monitoring & Compliance Project Management
Preserve Management Plans GIS / GPS Mapping & Exhibits
Post Permit Compliance Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments
Environmental Land Use Planning Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
Native Vegetation Restoration Plans Lake Management Plans
Incidental Take Permitting Due Diligence Reports
Site and Aerial Photography Wetland Jurisdictional Determinations
USFWS Bald Eagle Monitor Bonneted Bat Surveys
Gopher Tortoise Surveys, Permitting, &
Relocations Mangrove Assessments & Restorations
Scrub Jay Surveys Hard Bottom & Soft Bottom Benthic Surveys
Burrowing Owl Surveys Artificial Reef Deployments
Shorebird Surveys Seagrass Surveys
Certifications/Credentials
Certified Environmental Professional #1692037, Academy of Board Certified Environmental
Professionals
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent –
Permit No. GTA-09-00192
Florida Association of Environmental Professionals – member since January 1995; served on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Florida Chapter from (2008 – 2012). Past Secretary,
Vice President, & President.
State of Florida Real Estate License (2003 to Present)
Appointed by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners to:
Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee, Chairman of the
Lands Evaluation and Management Subcommittee. (2009 to 2014).
Collier County Development Services Advisory Committee (DSAC) (2015 to
Present).
FWC Local Rule Review Committee (Manatee Protection Speed Zones) (2016 to
Present).
Publications
Sundström, L.F., J. Sterk, & S.H. Gruber. 1998. Effects of a speed-sensing
transmitter on the swimming speed of lemon sharks. Bahamas J. Sci. 6 (1): 12-22.
JEREMY STERK, C.E.P.
Partner \ Senior Ecologist
j.sterk@eteflorida.com
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Years Experience
22 years
Education/Training
B.S. Aquatic Biology (1994), St. Cloud State University
Professional Affiliations
Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals #16992037 Florida Association of Environmental Professionals
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Relevant Experience
Ms. Bobka joined Earth Tech Environmental LLC in 2016 as an Ecologist with more than 5
years of private and public sector experience in the environmental field. Her experience
includes projects throughout Collier, Lee and Gallatin counties. Her varied experience spans
coastal marine, shoreline and estuarine habitats, to upland forests and alpine environments.
She has worked with a wide variety of native and invasive plant and wildlife species. She is
also an experienced Naturalist and Environmental Educator.
As an Ecologist, Jennifer fulfills duties in environmental consulting, wetland & wildlife
monitoring, species surveys, invasive species removal, report writing, GIS mapping, and
ERP permitting.
Jennifer’s work experience in many fields of ecology includes:
Wetland Delineation
Protected Species Surveys
Listed Species Research & Monitoring
Turbidity Monitoring
Vegetation & Habitat Mapping
Bald Eagle Monitoring
Gopher Tortoise Surveys and Relocation
GIS Mapping
Environmental Resource Permitting (ERP)
Invasive & Exotic Species Removal
Natural Resource Management
Trail Maintenance
Mechanical & Manual Forest Fuel Reduction
Ecological Restoration
Environmental Education
Relevant Certifications/Credentials
Certified Interpretive Guide
Python Responder/Patrol Training
USFS Sawyer
JENNIFER BOBKA
Ecologist
jenniferb@eteflorida.com
239.304.0030
Years’ Experience
5 years
Education/Training
Naturalist II & Environmental Educator (2012-2016) Manatee Research Intern Florida Conservation Commission (2013) AmeriCorps Field Crew Leader Montana Conservation Corps (2010) B.A. Environmental Studies Montana State University (2009) Marine Biology & Coastal Ecology Study Abroad Costa Rica (2007)
Professional Affiliations
Florida Association of Environmental Professionals League of Environmental Educators of Florida Florida Master Naturalist Program
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APPENDIX C
PROTECTED SPECIES SURVEY
PROTECTED SPECIES SURVEY
GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH PARCEL
NAPLES, FLORIDA
APPROXIMATELY 6.25 ACRES
Prepared For:
Prepared By:
April 12, 2017
Collier County Engineering &
Natural Resources Department
2800 North Horseshoe Drive Naples, FL 34104
South Florida Water Management District
(SFWMD)
Lower West Coast Service Center
2301 McGregor Boulevard
Fort Myers, FL 33901
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this report is to provide a search for listed species on the Grace Romanian Church
parcel prior to development of the property as a church campus.
LOCATION
The Grace Romanian Church property is located on the corner of Collier Boulevard and Golden Gate
Boulevard West, in Section 11, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, in Collier County, Florida. The
parcel is approximately 6.23 acres. See (Figure 1) below for Location Map.
Figure 1. Site Location Map
SPECIES SURVEY MATERIALS & METHODS
The species survey was conducted using a methodology similar to that discussed in the Florida Fish &
Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) publication “Ecology and Habitat Protection Needs of
Gopher Tortoise (gopherus polyphemus) Populations Found on Lands Slated for Large-scale
Development in Florida.” This methodology is as follows: Existing vegetation communities or land-uses
on the subject site are delineated on a recent aerial photograph (Collier County 2017) using the
Florida Land Use, Cover and Forms Classification System (FLUCCS). FLUCCS mapping for this
property is detailed below in (Figures 2 & 3). The resulting FLUCCS codes are cross-referenced with
a list of protected plant and animal species. The lists were obtained from two agency publications:
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v A list of animals and birds was obtained from the FWC publication “Florida’s Endangered
Species, Threatened Species & Species of Special Concern-Official Lists”, Publication Date:
October 2016.
v A list of protected plant species was obtained from the publication “Notes on Florida’s
Endangered and Threatened Plants”, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services, Division of Plant Industry, Bureau of Entomology, Nematology & Plant Pathology-
Botany Section, Contribution 38, 5th Edition (2010).
The result is a composite table that contains the names of the protected species which have the
highest probability of occurring in each FLUCCS community. See (Table 1) of this report for the species
list that applies to this property.
In the field, each FLUCCS community is searched for listed species or signs of listed species. This is
accomplished using a series of transects throughout each vegetation community. If necessary, transect
integrity is maintained using a handheld GPS in track mode.
Signs or sightings of all listed and non-listed species are then recorded. Listed species locations are
typically flagged and marked by GPS.
Based on the habitat types found on this parcel of land, particular attention was paid to the presence
or absence of fox squirrels and listed plants.
EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
Temperatures during the fieldwork for this survey were in the mid 80’s. Cloud cover was absent.
Approximately four (4) man-hours were logged on the property during this species survey. (Table 3)
details date and time spent in the field.
The Subject Property has the following surrounding land uses:
West Collier Blvd
North Golden Gate Blvd. West/Residential
South Residential
East Residential
Listed below are the FLUCCS communities identified on the site. The following community
descriptions correspond to the mappings on the FLUCCS map below. See Florida Land Use, Cover
and Forms Classification System (Department of Transportation, Surveying & Mapping Geographic
Mapping Section, 1999) for definitions.
FLUCCS 110, Residential, Low Density, 2.27 Acres
This community consists of low-density rural areas characterized by a relatively small number of homes
per acre. This type of land is almost entirely committed to residential use, even though it may include
forest or range types.
FLUCCS 624-D, Pine – Cypress – Cabbage palm (Drained), 3.88 Acres
This is the largest vegetation community on the subject property. Canopy vegetation includes
scattered bald cypress, slash pine and cabbage palm. Other vegetation observed includes grapevine,
beauty berry, cocoplum, sword fern, myrsine, dahoon holly, strangler fig, and isolated patches of saw
palmetto. Exotic plants were estimated at be <50% and included Brazilian pepper, ear-leaf acacia, old-
world climbing fern, Java plum, and Caesar weed. The ground is covered in heavy mats of slash pine
needles and other duff.
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FLUCCS 740, Disturbed Land, 0.10 acres
Disturbed Lands are areas which have been changed due primarily to human activities. On the subject
property, this area consists of a small, unfinished turnoff/driveway in the north-central vicinity.
The following table is summary of FLUCCS communities and corresponding acreages:
CODE DESCRIPTION ACREAGE
110 Residential, Low Density 2.27
624-D Pine – Cypress – Cabbage Palm (drained) 3.88
740 Disturbed Land 0.10
Site Total: 6.25
Figure 2. Aerial with FLUCCS Mapping
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Figure 3. FLUCCS Mapping
RESULTS/DISCUSSION
The various protected species which may occur in the corresponding FLUCCS communities are shown
in (Table 1).
All animal species observed on the subject parcel are detailed in (Table 2). Within (Table 2), any
protected species observed are specifically noted.
See (Figure 4) below for results and field observations.
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Figure 4. Protected Species Survey Transect Map & Field Results
Below are discussions of each listed species observed on the property:
Wild Pine (Tillandsia fasciculata)
Several common wild pine (Tillandsia fasciculata) were observed in trees within the parcel.
No other listed species or signs of listed species were observed on the property.
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Table 1. Protected Species List According to FLUCCS Category
FLUCCS Potential Listed Species Scientific Name Designated Status
FWC/FDA FWS
624 Florida Black Bear Ursus americanus floridanus T -
Florida Panther Felis concolor coryi E E
Little Blue Heron Egretta caerulea T -
Snowy Egret Egretta thula T -
Tricolored Heron Egretta tricolor T -
Abbreviations:
Agencies
FWC=Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDA=Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
FWS=United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Status
E=Endangered
T=Threatened
T(S/A)=Threatened/Similarity of Appearance
SSC=Species of Special Concern
C=Commercially Exploited
Table 2. Birds, Mammals, Amphibians, Reptiles, & Plants Observed on the Subject Property
Birds
Common Name Scientific Name Observation Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Pileated woodpecker Dryocopus pileatus DV N -
Turkey vulture Cathartes aura DV N -
Red-shouldered hawk Buteo lineatus HV N -
Mammals
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Gray squirrel Sciurus niger avicennia N, DV N -
Armadillo Dasypus novemcinctus OH N
Reptiles
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
None None NA NA -
Amphibians
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
None None NA NA -
Plants
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Wild Pine* Tillandsia fasciulata DV N CE
* = protected species
Abbreviations:
Agencies
FWC=Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDA=Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
FWS=United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Status
E=Endangered
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T=Threatened
T(S/A)=Threatened/Similarity of Appearance
SSC=Species of Special Concern
CE=Commercially Exploited
Observations
DV=Direct Visual
HV=Heard Vocalization
OT=Observed Tracks
OH=Observed Hole\Burrow
MT=Marked Tree
C=Cavity
DB=Day Bed
N=Nest
Table 3. Field Time Spent on the Subject Property
Date Start Time End Time Man Hours Task
March 23, 2017 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 4.0 (2 ET @ 2 hrs) Species Survey
Total 4.0
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APPENDIX D
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING SITE PLAN
TELTELS89°40'50"E 660.00'(P)S89°31'27"W 660.20'(S)N00°19'10"E 680.00'(P)N00°28'33"W 680.00'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(D)S89°32'25"W 330.25'(S)N00°19'10"E 330.00'(C)
N00°28'48"W 330.09'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(C)S89°31'27"W 330.00(S)S89°40'50"E 660.00'(P)S89°31'27"W 660.20'(S)275.00'(P)
275.00'(S)
N00°19'10"E 350.00'(P)
N00°28'48"W 350.00'(S)6'± CONCRETE SIDEWALK6'± CONCRETE SIDEWALKCURB INLETCURB INLETCURB INLETBUS STOPSIGNTELEPHONEPEDESTALTELEPHONEPEDESTALBROKEN ASPHALT
AND GRAVELMITERED ENDSECTION WITH18" R.C.P.MITERED ENDSECTION WITH18" R.C.P.CONCRETEAPRONASPHALTENTRANCE300.00'(C)300.02'(S)FOUND PK NAILAND DISC STAMPEDDCH PSM 6279FOUND PK NAILAND DISC STAMPEDDCH PSM 3279FOUND 5/8" IRONPIN AND CAPSTAMPED LB 6569NORTH 75' OF TRACT 16(O.R. BOOK 2559, PAGE 2820)25' SIDEWALK, DRAINAGE,UTILITY AND MAINTENANCE EASEMENT(O.R. 2559, PAGE 2820)30'X30' DRAINAGE,UTILITY ANDMAINTENANCEEASEMENT(O.R. 2559, PAGE 2820)1212330.00'(P)330.00'(S)275.00'(P)275.00'(S)75.00'(P)75.00'(S)30' PERIMETER EASEMENT(O.R. BOOK 104, PAGE 239)(O.R. BOOK 1059, PAGE 631)10PLATTED 30' WIDEROAD EASEMENTN00°19'10"E 330.00'(P)
N00°28'48"W 330.19'(S)
75.00'(P)
75.00'(S)WOOD POWERPOLE30.00'(C)29.98'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(C)S89°32'25"W 330.00'(S)2720201ST AVE SW121240WATER MANAGEMENT AREA0.30 ACRE SEPTICDRAINFIELD(RESERVED)DEVELOPMENTAREA OUTLINEDFOR SANCTUARY/MULTI-PURPOSEBUILDING132 PARKINGSPACES PROVIDED300 SEATS MAXACCESSORYATHLETIC FIELDGOLDEN GATE BLVD.WEBER BLVD. S.ONE-WAYEXISTING RIGHT TURN LANE0.769 ACRE PRESERVEWATER MANAGEMENT(RETAIN NATIVETREES AS FEASIBLE)14365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, Florida 34104
P: 239.434.6060 F: 239.434.6084
Company Cert. of Authorization No. 00009496
GRACE ROMANIAN
CHURCH
6017 PINE RIDGE RD., #84
NAPLES, FL 34119
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
1DESIGNED BY:
DRAWN BY:
CHECKED BY:
PROJECT NO.:
A.E.R.
A.E.R.
16-0106SHEET NO:OFSHEET TITLE:
PROJECT:
DATE:REV.DESCRIPTION
REVISIONSCLIENT:PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCONCEPTUAL SITE PLANN
SR 93 / I-75LIVINGSTON RDCOLLIER BOULEVARDPINE RIDGE RD
GOLDEN GATE BLVD
LOGAN BLVDCR 886/GOLDEN GATE
WHITE BLVD
VANDERBILT BEACH RD.
IMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
OAKS BLVD.GREEN BLVD 13TH STREETVINEYARDS BLVDSANTA BARBARA BLVD16 TH AVE. SW
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DATA & ANALYSIS AREA
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ZONING DISTRICTS
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A-MHO
A-PU-c/J
A-RFMUO
A-ST
C-1
C-2
C-3
C-4
C-5
CF
CF, PUD
CFPUD
CPUD
CPUD-SBCO
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I
IPUD
MPUD
P
PUD
RMF-12
RMF-12-GGDCCO
RMF-12-SBCO
RMF-16
RMF-6
RMF-6-GGDCCO
RMF-6-SBCO
RPUD
RSF-2
RSF-3
RSF-3-GGDCCO
RSF-4
RSF-4(3)
RSF-5
RSF-5(0.4)
RT
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LEGEND
GRACE ROMANIAN SSGMPA SUBJECTPROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
300 FOOT RADIUS
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LEGEND
GRACE ROMANIAN SSGMPA SUBJECTPROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
300 FOOT RADIUS
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Senior Project Coordinator
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
Phone (239) 434-6060
Email: jessica@davidsonengineering.com
In response to your inquiry of March 08, 2017 the Florida Master Site File lists no previously recorded
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Parcel # 36760720005
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Site File and does NOT provide project approval from the Division of Historical
Resources. Contact the Compliance and Review Section of the Division of Historical
Resources at 850-245-6333 for project review information.
March 8, 2017
Jessica Harrelson
Senior Project Coordinator
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
Phone (239) 434-6060
Email: jessica@davidsonengineering.com
In response to your inquiry of March 08, 2017 the Florida Master Site File lists no previously recorded
cultural resources in the following parcel of Collier County:
Parcel # 36760800006
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This search area may contain unrecorded archaeological sites, historical structures
or other resources even if previously surveyed for cultural resources.
Federal, state and local laws require formal environmental review for most
projects. This search DOES NOT constitute such a review. If your project falls
under these laws, you should contact the Compliance and Review Section of the
Division of Historical Resources at 850-245-6333.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding the results of this search.
Sincerely,
Rachel -Thompson
Archaeological Data Analyst
Florida Master Site File
Rachel.thompson@dos.myflorida.com
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Oak Ridge - Middle School14975 Collier Boulevard
Big Cypress - Elementary School3520 Golden Gate Boulevard W
North Naples Fire and Rescue Station 427010 Immokalee Road
Laurel Oak - Elementary7800 Immokalee Road
Gulf Coast - High School7878 Shark Way
Golden Gate Fire and Rescue Station 7314575 Collier Boulevard
Vineyards - Elementary6225 Arbor Boulevard W
Physicians Regional Hospital6101 Pine Ridge Road
Golden Gate Fire and Rescue Station 4295 13th Street SW
3 MILES
Golden Gate - Elementary4911 20th Place SW
Golden Gate - Middle School2701 48th Terrace SW
Golden Terrace North - Elementary2711 44th Terrace SW
Golden Terrace South - Elementary2965 44th Terrace SW
Mike Davis - Elementary3215 Magnolia Pond DriveGolden Gate - High School2925 Titan Way
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Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
www.davidsonengineering.com
4365 Radio Road ∙ Suite 201 ∙ Naples, FL 34104 ∙ P: (239) 434.6060 ∙ F: (239) 434‐6084
1990 Main Street ∙ Suite 750 ∙ Sarasota, FL 34236 ∙ P: (941) 309‐5180
ALTERNATIVE SITE DATA & ANALYSIS
GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH SSGMPA
CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT
PREPARED FOR:
"Grace" Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc.
6017 Pine Ridge Road, #84
Naples, FL 34109
and
PREPARED BY:
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, Florida 34104
March 1, 2018
EXHIBIT N
Contents
Purpose: ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Physical Description of Subject Property: ..................................................................................................... 2
Data & Analysis: ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Alternative Site Analysis: .............................................................................................................................. 5
Attachments:
Attachment A – Location Map
Attachment B – Aerial with Florida Land Cover Classification System Overlay
Attachment C – Protected Listed Species Survey
Attachment D – Vicinity Map to Existing Parishioners
Attachment E – Location Map of Alternative Facilities Offering Similar Denominational Opportunities
Attachment F – Alternate Property Map (within Market Study Area)
Attachment G – Parcel 75180000120 Information
Attachment H – Sungate CPUD ‐ Ordinance 09‐06
Attachment I – Parcel 36618000107 and 36618000000 Information
Attachment J – Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy – White Paper
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Purpose:
The purpose of this data & analysis report is to provide an evaluation for a modification to the existing
Conditional Uses Subdistrict within the Golden Gate Area Master Plan; demonstrating a change to the
existing Growth Management Plan (GMP) as warranted. The proposed conditional use is located at the
southeast corner of the signalized intersection of Collier Boulevard and Golden Gate Boulevard West (see
Attachment A ‐ Location Map) and consists of ±6.25 acres of land. The intent of the Conditional Uses
Subdistrict is to provide specific areas and properties for approved conditional uses within the Golden
Gate Area Master Plan.
The Collier County GMP currently designates the aforementioned property (±6.25 acres) as part of the
Residential Estates Sub‐district within the Estates Mixed Use District of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan.
This designation allows the following uses: Group Housing, Parks, and Recreational Areas/Open Space,
Single Family Residential (at a density of 1 unit per 2.25 acre), Essential Services, and Nursing Homes. The
additional development of uses are available through a conditional use application.
The proposal of this amendment application is to identify the location and allowable square
footage/maximum number of seats within the Conditional Uses Subdistrict in order to construct a church
at the proposed location. Upon final approval and adoption of a Small‐Scale Growth Management Plan
Amendment (SSGMPA), the property will move forward with its companion Conditional Use application
for zoning and a Site Development Plan; meeting the intent of the Land Development Code by identifying
a proposed church facility with allowable accessory uses within the ±6.25‐acre parcel.
Physical Description of Subject Property:
Recently, ecologist Jeremy Sterk of Earth Tech Environmental, LLC, prepared a Florida Land Use Cover
Classifications System (FLUCCS) map and reviewed the potential protected species correlated with the
FLUCCS map for the subject property. The FLUCCS shows ±6.25 acres as identified with a single‐family
house (2.27 acres), native vegetation (3.88 acres), and disturbed lands (0.08 acres); please refer to
Attachment B. The potential protected species report advises that there are likely no protected species
on‐site; please refer to Attachment C.
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Data & Analysis:
To justify the need for the Future Land Use designation modification, a data & analysis review has been
performed. This report identifies justifications to demonstrate the requested amendment is warranted.
Criteria for this analysis include proximity of the local church’s parishioners, properties at the intersections
or close to arterial and collector roadways, and existing availability of potential development sites
between 5 and 10 acres from Interstate‐75 (forming the western boundary) to five miles east (eastern
boundary), the border of between Collier and Lee Counties (the northern boundary) and Golden Gate
Parkway to the south (forming the final boundary of the data & analysis study area). The limiting criteria
were selected based on vacancy, size, current market value of land, and accessibility to parishioners.
The subject property, as well as any alternative sites, have been evaluated to ensure that the existing and
future demographics will support the proposed land use based on the following:
Vicinity to Existing Local Parishioners
Location of Alternate Facilities Offering Similar Traditional Worship Opportunities
Property Availability and Compatibility with the proposed development
Vicinity to Existing Local Parishioners
Demographic information is an excellent indicator of demand for proposed services that currently do not
exist. Population statistics for the data analysis were obtained from the Church/applicant; refer to
Attachment D. In this case, the parishioners are local to the area and as such, there are no seasonal
impacts to the population.
Location of Alternative Facilities Offering Similar Denominational Opportunities
In defining a warranted use for the requested service, locations of existing facilities with identical or similar
services provided were also identified; refer to Attachment E.
The results are listed below, along with the respective addresses and distance from the ±6.25‐acre
proposed location:
1.Grace Romanian Baptist Church 1542 Harrison St, Hollywood, FL 33020 (122.0 mi)
2.New Life Romanian Baptist Church 1950 Van Buren St, Hollywood, FL 33020 (123.0 mi)
3.Betania Romanian Baptist Church 4001 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 (379.0 mi)
4.First Romanian Baptist Church 6423 Marbletree Ln, Lake Worth, FL 33467 (132.0 mi)
5.Romanian Baptist Church 5416 County Rd 579, Seffner, FL 33584 (160.0 mi)
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Property Availability
Due to the specific nature of the land use proposed, minimum criteria and constraints have been
established in defining potential available sites. The key criteria for site development are as follows:
Minimum 5 acres in size
Maximum 10 acres in size
Minimum Lot width of 330 Linear Feet
Located with frontage on an arterial or collector roadway
A maximum of 5 miles east of Interstate‐/+75, north of Golden Gate Parkway within Collier County
Sale Price of Less than or equal to $135,000 per acre
In making the decision to proceed with the subject site (±6.25‐acre property), all viable sites that are
available were reviewed and discussed. Due to the limited amount of undeveloped properties meeting
the criteria (including PUD’s with similar uses and intensities permitted), few options existed; refer to
Attachment F. Available property includes the following:
Option #1
Folio #’s: 75180000120
Address/Legal: 4087 GREEN BLVD, NAPLES FL 34116
OR 4468 PG 3302
Parcel Size: 5.17 Acres
Zoning: Sungate CPUD (Ordinance No. 09‐06; refer to Attachment H)
The site is generally located on the corner of Green Boulevard and Collier Boulevard approximately 3.00
miles east of Interstate‐75; refer to Attachment G.
Option #2
Folio #’s: 36618000107, 36618000000
Address/Legal: GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 1 S1/2 OF TR 120, LESS E 35FT FOR R/W and GOLDEN GATE EST
UNIT 1 N1/2 OF TR 120, LESS E 35FT FOR R/W AS DESC IN ORDER TAKING OR 4613 PG 1761
Parcel Size: 5.00 Acres
Zoning: Estates
The site is generally located midblock on the western side Collier Boulevard (C.R. 951). Approximately
0.13 miles north of Pine Ridge Road. Limiting access points are located on Collier Boulevard (C.R. 951).
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Alternative Site Analysis:
To further identify a need for the Future Land Use Element and Map designation amendment of the
subject property, an alternative site analysis was completed based on the locational and dimensional
features of the subject property; along with the required zoning designations required for future
development of the proposed land use.
The following criteria identify the unique features associated with the subject property to perform a data
and analysis review required to support the Growth Management Plan Amendment (GMPA). Within the
analysis, the subject property (±6.25 acres) and the alternative sites were evaluated by their consistency
with the following:
Minimum 5 acres in size
Maximum 10 acres in size
Minimum Lot width of 330 Linear Feet
Located at a corner an arterial or collector roadway with frontage
A maximum of 5 miles east of Interstate 75, north of Golden Gate Parkway within Collier County
Sale Price of Less than or equal to $135,000 per acre
These specific criteria were chosen to identify alternative sites that may be similar to the subject property
to develop and operate the proposed land use. The property acreage and dimensional criteria have been
chosen to ensure the proposed church will be afforded the same, or better, net developable area the
master concept plan illustrates to develop the proposed mixture of principal and accessory land uses; i.e.
a proposed sanctuary, multi‐purpose fields and support structures as necessary.
Per the current Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy ‐ White Paper, a survey was conducted regarding
the allowance of additional Conditional Uses in the Rural Estates. Most individuals polled that additional
Conditional Uses should be allowed at more locations within the Rural Estates, and specifically at arterial
intersections. Therefore, the locality of the site on an arterial or collector roadway specifically identifies a
location that is compatible with the present Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy; refer to Attachment
J. Additionally, the location on an arterial and/or collector road will not only provide better site visibility,
it will provide the proposed development with available transportation conveniences in the forms of
increased vehicular access by comparison to those sites without access to major thoroughfares.
By defining the area of development east of Interstate 75, and north of Golden Gate Parkway within Collier
County, a site can be identified that will benefit the existing parishioners commute to the proposed
development and defines an area that meets the requests of the church.
As a final criterion, cost per acre was evaluated. It was deemed a critical component to determining
available property due to the non‐profit business of the church facilities. Places of worship, specifically
Grace Romanian Baptist Church, does not generate an income that provides the church a profit, therefore
affordability of available property to the applicant is essential.
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In making the decision to proceed with future development of the subject property, all viable sites that
are available were reviewed. It is assumed that all vacant/undeveloped and/or cleared properties adhere
to criteria of availability with the addition of a Multiple Listing Search (MLS) for properties meeting the
identified criterion. Due to the limited amount of available properties (including PUD’s with Church
Facilities), few alternative option exists.
Proposed Site Location
Folio #’s: 36760720005, 36760800006
Address/Legal: 3899 1st Avenue SW/GOLDEN GTE EST UNT 4 W1/2 OF TR 15 OR 1494 PG 211
GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 4 TR 16
Parcel Size: 6.25 Acres
Zoning: Estates
The proposed site is owned by the applicant. It is currently zoned Estates. Currently, the site is consistent
with the Future Land Use Element (FLUE). Upon the successful completion of this GMPA application, the
proposed church and accessory land uses will be found consistent and permitted within the Subdistrict
and subsequent zoning.
As noted above, to develop the property for a church, the applicant is required to file a GMPA and a
companion Conditional Use application for the property. The GMPA’s intent is to justify and permit the
proposed land use at this location based on a thorough data analysis. A Conditional Use application will
be necessary to develop the site for the church facility. This site meets all of the stated criteria and is
further justified by the data analysis.
Alternate Site Locations:
Alternate Site #1: Property located on the corner of Green Boulevard and Collier Boulevard
approximately 3.00 miles east of 1‐75
Zoning: Sungate CPUD; Attachment H
Folio #’s: 75180000120; Attachment G
Parcel Size: 5.17 Acres
Ordinance 09‐06 defines the zoning and development control of this property. These parcels are void of
any development. The identified site is Tract B within the Sungate CPUD with commercial zoning and is
set to accommodate a total of 63,000 square feet. Identified in the Future Land Use Map as the Golden
Gate Estates Commercial Infill Subdistrict, the GMP does not limit intensity.
It can be argued that this location has the potential of providing more visibility due to its location, although
developable area and available square footage of development limit the site. Per the Planned Unit
Development Tracts B, C, and D are limited to 63,000 square feet of commercial buildout. If the available
commercial development is rationed according to site acreage – Tract B would be limited to approximately
50,000 sf of building. Additionally, per the PUD Ord. 09‐06, Tracts B, C, and D would be responsible for
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providing water management facilities for 1.02 acres of County owned right‐of‐way and Tract A (2.04
Acres) further limiting the available developable area within Tract B. Due to the Commercial Planned Unit
Development zoning on the site, the intensity of the property is limited; thereby inhibiting space for the
proposed use. When compared to the proposed site location for compatibility and consistency with the
intensity of the site from a zoning standpoint, the proposed site location is more logical and better suited
site than this parcel.
Alternate Site #2: Located midblock on Collier Boulevard (C.R. 951) approximately 0.13 miles north
of Pine Ridge Road.
Zoning: Estates; Attachment I
Folio #’s:36618000107, 36618000000
Parcel Size:5.00 Acres
The property is currently zoned Estates with a combined lot width of 330 linear feet and acreage of 5.00
available for development. These parcels are currently void of any development; and were identified
through a MLS as available property.
It can be argued that this location meets all the requested criterion, based on property acreage and
dimensional criteria, location of the site on an arterial or collector roadway within the defined area of and
study. However, to develop the site as proposed, the property would also require a GMPA and Conditional
Use Rezone.
Additionally, based on existing conditions of adjacent properties, access from Collier Boulevard will be
granted to the site via a single egress/ingress point to the Boulevard; therefore, limiting access to the
parishioners during peak transportation hours for the church. Additionally, the right‐of‐way directly
adjacent to the property is designed as a ±8‐foot deep storm water management detention pond utilized
for the roadway storm water attenuation; thus, increasing the cost of constructing the proposed access
and increasing the permitting fees.
Furthermore, of the properties analyzed this site demands the highest cost at $138,000.00 per acre. As a
completely vegetated lot with a number of site improvements that will need to be addressed, to develop
would be too costly for the church to absorb. When compared to the proposed site location for
compatibility and consistency with the criterion previously identified, the subject property provides more
site accessibility and cost‐efficiency to develop per the wants and needs of the applicant. In addition, the
proposed property better suits the integrity of the Estates Golden Gate Area Master Plan in reference to
conditional use properties within the Golden Gate Area.
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Alternative Site Analysis Table
CRITERIA PROPOSED SITE LOCATION
Folio #s 36760720005 &
36760800006
ALT. SITE #1
(SUNGATE CPUD)
Folio # 75180000120
ALT. SITE #2
Folio #s
36618000107 &
36618000000
PROPERTY SIZE OF 5‐10
ACRES ±6.25 acres ±5.17 acres ±5 acres
SALE PRICE LESS THAN
OR EQUAL TO $135,000
PER ACRE Sale Price ‐ $135,000/acre $444,104.13/acre
(currently not on
market)
Sale Price ‐
$138,000/acre
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
OF 330 LINEAR FEET Yes Yes Yes
LOCATED WITH
FRONTAGE ON AN
ARTERIAL OR COLLECTOR
ROADWAY
Yes Yes Yes
MAXIMUM OF 5 MILES
EAST OF INTERSTATE‐75,
NORTH OF GOLDEN GATE
PARKWAY & WITHIN
COLLIER COUNTY
Yes Yes Yes
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ATTACHMENT “A”
Location Map
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GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPA LOCATION MAPCR 951PINE RIDGE RD
GOLDEN GATE BLVD
VANDERBILT BEACH
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SUBJECT PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
MAJOR ROADWAYS
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ATTACHMENT “B”
Aerial with Florida Land Cover Classification System Overlay
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624D3.86 Ac
1102.27 Ac
7400.08 Ac 7400.01 Ac
7400.01 Ac
COLLIER BLVDGOLDEN GATE BLVD W
Grace Romanian ChurchCollier County, Florida
FLUCCS Map
X N/A AS SHOWNSHEET NO. DATE PROJECT NO. SCALE
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C
E A R T H T E C H E N V I R O N M E N T A L , L L C1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8
1 4 5 5 R A I L H E A D B LV D , S U I T E 8N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0
N A P L E S , F L O R I D A 3 4 11 0P H O N E ( 2 3 9 ) 3 0 4 - 0 0 3 0 F A X ( 2 3 9 ) 3 2 4 - 0 0 5 4
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Feet
Subject PropertyFLUCCS Mapping110, Single Family Residential624-D, Pine - Cypress - Cabbage Palm (drained)
740, Disturbed Land
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Note:2017 Aerialobtained from Collier County Property Appraiser.
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ATTACHMENT “C”
Protected Listed Species Survey
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PROTECTED SPECIES SURVEY
GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH PARCEL
NAPLES, FLORIDA
APPROXIMATELY 6.25 ACRES
Prepared For:
Prepared By:
April 12, 2017
Collier County Engineering &
Natural Resources Department
2800 North Horseshoe Drive Naples, FL 34104
South Florida Water Management District
(SFWMD)
Lower West Coast Service Center
2301 McGregor Boulevard
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Earth Tech Environmental, LLC
1455 Rail Head Boulevard, Suite 8
Naples, FL 34110
239.304.0030
www.eteflorida.com Ea r t h Tech
Environmental, LLC
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this report is to provide a search for listed species on the Grace Romanian Church
parcel prior to development of the property as a church campus.
LOCATION
The Grace Romanian Church property is located on the corner of Collier Boulevard and Golden Gate
Boulevard West, in Section 11, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, in Collier County, Florida. The
parcel is approximately 6.23 acres. See (Figure 1) below for Location Map.
Figure 1. Site Location Map
SPECIES SURVEY MATERIALS & METHODS
The species survey was conducted using a methodology similar to that discussed in the Florida Fish &
Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) publication “Ecology and Habitat Protection Needs of
Gopher Tortoise (gopherus polyphemus) Populations Found on Lands Slated for Large-scale
Development in Florida.” This methodology is as follows: Existing vegetation communities or land-uses
on the subject site are delineated on a recent aerial photograph (Collier County 2017) using the
Florida Land Use, Cover and Forms Classification System (FLUCCS). FLUCCS mapping for this
property is detailed below in (Figures 2 & 3). The resulting FLUCCS codes are cross-referenced with
a list of protected plant and animal species. The lists were obtained from two agency publications:
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v A list of animals and birds was obtained from the FWC publication “Florida’s Endangered
Species, Threatened Species & Species of Special Concern-Official Lists”, Publication Date:
October 2016.
v A list of protected plant species was obtained from the publication “Notes on Florida’s
Endangered and Threatened Plants”, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services, Division of Plant Industry, Bureau of Entomology, Nematology & Plant Pathology-
Botany Section, Contribution 38, 5th Edition (2010).
The result is a composite table that contains the names of the protected species which have the
highest probability of occurring in each FLUCCS community. See (Table 1) of this report for the species
list that applies to this property.
In the field, each FLUCCS community is searched for listed species or signs of listed species. This is
accomplished using a series of transects throughout each vegetation community. If necessary, transect
integrity is maintained using a handheld GPS in track mode.
Signs or sightings of all listed and non-listed species are then recorded. Listed species locations are
typically flagged and marked by GPS.
Based on the habitat types found on this parcel of land, particular attention was paid to the presence
or absence of fox squirrels and listed plants.
EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
Temperatures during the fieldwork for this survey were in the mid 80’s. Cloud cover was absent.
Approximately four (4) man-hours were logged on the property during this species survey. (Table 3)
details date and time spent in the field.
The Subject Property has the following surrounding land uses:
West Collier Blvd
North Golden Gate Blvd. West/Residential
South Residential
East Residential
Listed below are the FLUCCS communities identified on the site. The following community
descriptions correspond to the mappings on the FLUCCS map below. See Florida Land Use, Cover
and Forms Classification System (Department of Transportation, Surveying & Mapping Geographic
Mapping Section, 1999) for definitions.
FLUCCS 110, Residential, Low Density, 2.27 Acres
This community consists of low-density rural areas characterized by a relatively small number of homes
per acre. This type of land is almost entirely committed to residential use, even though it may include
forest or range types.
FLUCCS 624-D, Pine – Cypress – Cabbage palm (Drained), 3.88 Acres
This is the largest vegetation community on the subject property. Canopy vegetation includes
scattered bald cypress, slash pine and cabbage palm. Other vegetation observed includes grapevine,
beauty berry, cocoplum, sword fern, myrsine, dahoon holly, strangler fig, and isolated patches of saw
palmetto. Exotic plants were estimated at be <50% and included Brazilian pepper, ear-leaf acacia, old-
world climbing fern, Java plum, and Caesar weed. The ground is covered in heavy mats of slash pine
needles and other duff.
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FLUCCS 740, Disturbed Land, 0.10 acres
Disturbed Lands are areas which have been changed due primarily to human activities. On the subject
property, this area consists of a small, unfinished turnoff/driveway in the north-central vicinity.
The following table is summary of FLUCCS communities and corresponding acreages:
CODE DESCRIPTION ACREAGE
110 Residential, Low Density 2.27
624-D Pine – Cypress – Cabbage Palm (drained) 3.88
740 Disturbed Land 0.10
Site Total: 6.25
Figure 2. Aerial with FLUCCS Mapping
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Figure 3. FLUCCS Mapping
RESULTS/DISCUSSION
The various protected species which may occur in the corresponding FLUCCS communities are shown
in (Table 1).
All animal species observed on the subject parcel are detailed in (Table 2). Within (Table 2), any
protected species observed are specifically noted.
See (Figure 4) below for results and field observations.
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Figure 4. Protected Species Survey Transect Map & Field Results
Below are discussions of each listed species observed on the property:
Wild Pine (Tillandsia fasciculata)
Several common wild pine (Tillandsia fasciculata) were observed in trees within the parcel.
No other listed species or signs of listed species were observed on the property.
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Table 1. Protected Species List According to FLUCCS Category
FLUCCS Potential Listed Species Scientific Name Designated Status
FWC/FDA FWS
624 Florida Black Bear Ursus americanus floridanus T -
Florida Panther Felis concolor coryi E E
Little Blue Heron Egretta caerulea T -
Snowy Egret Egretta thula T -
Tricolored Heron Egretta tricolor T -
Abbreviations:
Agencies
FWC=Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDA=Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
FWS=United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Status
E=Endangered
T=Threatened
T(S/A)=Threatened/Similarity of Appearance
SSC=Species of Special Concern
C=Commercially Exploited
Table 2. Birds, Mammals, Amphibians, Reptiles, & Plants Observed on the Subject Property
Birds
Common Name Scientific Name Observation Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Pileated woodpecker Dryocopus pileatus DV N -
Turkey vulture Cathartes aura DV N -
Red-shouldered hawk Buteo lineatus HV N -
Mammals
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Gray squirrel Sciurus niger avicennia N, DV N -
Armadillo Dasypus novemcinctus OH N
Reptiles
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
None None NA NA -
Amphibians
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
None None NA NA -
Plants
Common Name Scientific Name Observation
Listed?
(Y/N)
Status
Wild Pine* Tillandsia fasciulata DV N CE
* = protected species
Abbreviations:
Agencies
FWC=Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDA=Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
FWS=United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Status
E=Endangered
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T=Threatened
T(S/A)=Threatened/Similarity of Appearance
SSC=Species of Special Concern
CE=Commercially Exploited
Observations
DV=Direct Visual
HV=Heard Vocalization
OT=Observed Tracks
OH=Observed Hole\Burrow
MT=Marked Tree
C=Cavity
DB=Day Bed
N=Nest
Table 3. Field Time Spent on the Subject Property
Date Start Time End Time Man Hours Task
March 23, 2017 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 4.0 (2 ET @ 2 hrs) Species Survey
Total 4.0
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APPENDIX D
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING SITE PLAN
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TELTELS89°40'50"E 660.00'(P)S89°31'27"W 660.20'(S)N00°19'10"E 680.00'(P)N00°28'33"W 680.00'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(D)S89°32'25"W 330.25'(S)N00°19'10"E 330.00'(C)
N00°28'48"W 330.09'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(C)S89°31'27"W 330.00(S)S89°40'50"E 660.00'(P)S89°31'27"W 660.20'(S)275.00'(P)
275.00'(S)
N00°19'10"E 350.00'(P)
N00°28'48"W 350.00'(S)6'± CONCRETE SIDEWALK6'± CONCRETE SIDEWALKCURB INLETCURB INLETCURB INLETBUS STOPSIGNTELEPHONEPEDESTALTELEPHONEPEDESTALBROKEN ASPHALT
AND GRAVELMITERED ENDSECTION WITH18" R.C.P.MITERED ENDSECTION WITH18" R.C.P.CONCRETEAPRONASPHALTENTRANCE300.00'(C)300.02'(S)FOUND PK NAILAND DISC STAMPEDDCH PSM 6279FOUND PK NAILAND DISC STAMPEDDCH PSM 3279FOUND 5/8" IRONPIN AND CAPSTAMPED LB 6569NORTH 75' OF TRACT 16(O.R. BOOK 2559, PAGE 2820)25' SIDEWALK, DRAINAGE,UTILITY AND MAINTENANCE EASEMENT(O.R. 2559, PAGE 2820)30'X30' DRAINAGE,UTILITY ANDMAINTENANCEEASEMENT(O.R. 2559, PAGE 2820)1212330.00'(P)330.00'(S)275.00'(P)275.00'(S)75.00'(P)75.00'(S)30' PERIMETER EASEMENT(O.R. BOOK 104, PAGE 239)(O.R. BOOK 1059, PAGE 631)10PLATTED 30' WIDEROAD EASEMENTN00°19'10"E 330.00'(P)
N00°28'48"W 330.19'(S)
75.00'(P)
75.00'(S)WOOD POWERPOLE30.00'(C)29.98'(S)S89°40'50"E 330.00'(C)S89°32'25"W 330.00'(S)2720201ST AVE SW121240WATER MANAGEMENT AREA0.30 ACRE SEPTICDRAINFIELD(RESERVED)DEVELOPMENTAREA OUTLINEDFOR SANCTUARY/MULTI-PURPOSEBUILDING132 PARKINGSPACES PROVIDED300 SEATS MAXACCESSORYATHLETIC FIELDGOLDEN GATE BLVD.WEBER BLVD. S.ONE-WAYEXISTING RIGHT TURN LANE0.769 ACRE PRESERVEWATER MANAGEMENT(RETAIN NATIVETREES AS FEASIBLE)14365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, Florida 34104
P: 239.434.6060 F: 239.434.6084
Company Cert. of Authorization No. 00009496
GRACE ROMANIAN
CHURCH
6017 PINE RIDGE RD., #84
NAPLES, FL 34119
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
1DESIGNED BY:
DRAWN BY:
CHECKED BY:
PROJECT NO.:
A.E.R.
A.E.R.
16-0106SHEET NO:OFSHEET TITLE:
PROJECT:
DATE:REV.DESCRIPTION
REVISIONSCLIENT:PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCONCEPTUAL SITE PLANN24
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Vicinity Map to Existing Parishioners
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1SR 41US 41EVERGLADES BLVDGOLDEN GATE BLVD
DAVIS BLVD
RADIO RD
PINE RIDGE RD
AIRPORT PULLINGOIL WELL RD
VANDERBILT BEACH
GOODLETTE FRANKGOODLETTE FRANKUS
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DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201NAPLES, FL 34104PHONE: 239-434-6060
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPAEXISTING CONGREGATION LOCATION
SOURCES: COLLIER COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2017)
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DATA & ANALYSIS AREA
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
EXISTING CHURCH MEMBER LOCATIONS
MAJOR ROADWAYS
COLLIER COUNTY BOUNDARY
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ATTACHMENT “E”
Location Map of Alternative Facilities Offering Similar Denominational
Opportunities
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5416 COUNTY RD 579, SEFFNER, FL 33584
1542 HARRISON ST, HOLLYWOOD, FL 330201950 VAN BUREN ST, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
6423 MARBLETREE LN, LAKE WORTH, FL 33467
4001 HENDRICKS AVE, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32207
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201NAPLES, FL 34104PHONE: 239-434-6060
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPAEXISTING FLORIDA ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHES
SOURCES: COLLIER COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2017)
Z:\Active Projects\G\GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH-CR 951\DWG\Planning\GIS\2017-10-12 GR SSGMPA (GR LOCATIONS FL).mxd
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ATTACHMENT “F”
Alternate Property Map (within Market Study Area)
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75180000120
36618000107, 36618000000I 75CR 951IMMOKALEE RD
PINE RIDGE RD
VANDERBILT BEACH
GOLDEN GATE PKWY
GOLDEN GATE BLVDI 75DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201NAPLES, FL 34104PHONE: 239-434-6060
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCHCONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPAAVAILABLE ALTERNATIVE PROPERTIES
SOURCES: COLLIER COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2017)
Z:\Active Projects\G\GRACE ROMANIAN CHURCH-CR 951\DWG\Planning\GIS\2017-10-12 GR SSGMPA (ALT. PARCELS ZONING).mxd
2 ALTERNATIVE PROPERTIES WITHIN THE STUDY AREA
- BETWEEN 5-10 ACRES (SEPARATELY OR COLLECTIVELY)- ALONG COLLECTOR OR ARTERIAL ROW'S- ZONING PERMITTING CHURCHES BY RIGHT, REZONE OR CONDITIONAL USE (WITHOUT A GMPA REQUEST)
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DATA & ANALYSIS AREA
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
MARKET STUDY AREA: AVAILABLE ALTERNATIVE PROPERTIES
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ATTACHMENT “G”
Parcel 75180000120 Information
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$ 2,900,000
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$ 1,352,325
$ 1,352,325
Collier County Property AppraiserProperty Summary
Parcel No.75180000120 Site Adr.4087 GREEN BLVD, NAPLES, FL 34116
Name / Address COLLIER HEALTH SERVICES INC
1454 MADISON AVE W
City IMMOKALEE State FL Zip 34142
Map No.Strap No.Section Township Range Acres *Estimated
4B15 646900 B 14B15 15 49 26 5.17
Legal SUNGATE CENTER PUD TRACT B, LESS THAT PORTION AS DESC IN OR 4468 PG 3302
Millage Area 100 Millage Rates *Calculations
Sub./Condo 646900 ‐ SUNGATE CENTER PUD IN UNIT 26 School Other Total
Use Code 10 ‐ VACANT COMMERCIAL 5.245 6.4442 11.6892
Latest Sales History
﴾Not all Sales are listed due to Confidentiality﴿
Date Book‐Page Amount
03/18/14 5020‐3283
10/27/03 3431‐48
2016 Certified Tax Roll
﴾Subject to Change﴿
Land Value
(+) Improved Value
(=) Market Value
(=) Assessed Value
(=) School Taxable Value
(=) Taxable Value
If all Values shown above equal 0 this parcel was created after the Final Tax Roll
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$ 300
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Collier County Property AppraiserProperty Summary
Parcel No.36618000000 Site Adr.795 CR 951, NAPLES, FL 34119
Name / Address ARAND CORP
ALINE JIDY
ALFREDO JIDY
PAUL JIDY JR
4184 NEW MOON CIR
City SANTA FE State NM Zip 87507
Map No.Strap No.Section Township Range Acres *Estimated
4B10 325600 120 04B10 10 49 26 2.37
Legal GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 1 N1/2 OF TR 120, LESS E 35FT FOR R/W AS DESC IN ORDER TAKING OR 4613 PG 1761
Millage Area 100 Millage Rates *Calculations
Sub./Condo 325600 - GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 1 School Other Total
Use Code 0 - VACANT RESIDENTIAL 5.122 6.5246 11.6466
Latest Sales History
(Not all Sales are listed due to Confidentiality)
Date Book-Page Amount
07/19/10 4590-3261
04/16/07 4214-758
04/16/07 4214-756
05/04/05 3790-2413
06/01/84 1085-760
2017 Preliminary Tax Roll
(Subject to Change)
Land Value
(+) Improved Value
(=) Market Value
(-) 10% Cap
(=) Assessed Value
(=) School Taxable Value
(=) Taxable Value
If all Values shown above equal 0 this parcel was created after the Final Tax Roll
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$ 300
$ 150,000
$ 0
$ 485,000
$ 134,525
$ 0
$ 134,525
$ 75,756
$ 58,769
$ 134,525
$ 58,769
Collier County Property AppraiserProperty Summary
Parcel No.36618000107 Site Adr.
Name / Address ARAND CORP
ALINE JIDY
ALFREDO JIDY
RAUL JIDY JR
4184 NEW MOON CIR
City SANTA FE State NM Zip 87507
Map No.Strap No.Section Township Range Acres *Estimated
4B10 325600 120 14B10 10 49 26 2.23
Legal GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 1 S1/2 OF TR 120, LESS E 35FT FOR R/W AS DESC IN ORDER TAKING OR 4613 PG 1759
Millage Area 100 Millage Rates *Calculations
Sub./Condo 325600 - GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 1 School Other Total
Use Code 0 - VACANT RESIDENTIAL 5.122 6.5246 11.6466
Latest Sales History
(Not all Sales are listed due to Confidentiality)
Date Book-Page Amount
07/19/10 4590-3261
04/16/07 4214-758
04/16/07 4214-756
05/04/05 3790-2413
2017 Preliminary Tax Roll
(Subject to Change)
Land Value
(+) Improved Value
(=) Market Value
(-) 10% Cap
(=) Assessed Value
(=) School Taxable Value
(=) Taxable Value
If all Values shown above equal 0 this parcel was created after the Final Tax Roll
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ATTACHMENT “J”
Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy – White Paper
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy
White Paper
Prepared by the Growth Management Department,
Community Planning Section Staff
December 2017
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy
Table of Contents
Page
Section 1: Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………1
Section 2: Background………………………………………………………………………………………….4
Section 3: Public Outreach, Data and Analysis………………………………………………………10
Section 4: List of Initial Recommendations……………………………………………………….…73
Appendix A: Public Outreach………………………………………………………………………………78
List of Figures Page
Figure 1: Golden Gate Master Plan Update 3 Areas………………………….……………….….2
Figure 2: Golden Gate Area South Blocks……………….………………………………….………….5
Figure 3: Golden Gate Eastern Estates Developed/Vacant Parcels………….……….…….6
Figure 4: Golden Gate Western Estates Developed/Vacant Parcels…………….………...7
Figure 5: Golden Gate City Aerial……………………………………………………………………….….8
Figure 6: Golden Gate City Vacant Parcels………………….……………………………………..….9
Figure 7: Golden Gate City Residential Parcels…….………………………………………………11
Figure 8: Golden Gate City Future Land Use Designations……………………………………12
Figure 9: Proposed Golden Gate City Future Land Use Designations…………………….14
Figure 10: Golden Gate City Redevelopment and Renewal Focus Area………………..15
Figure 11: Golden Gate City Activity Center Aerial……………………………………………….16
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Figure 12: Golden Gate City Planned Transportation Improvements…………………….21
Figure 13: Golden Gate Eastern Estates Distribution of Residential Development…26
Figure 14: Golden Gate Western Estates Distribution of Residential Development..27
Figure 15: Golden Gate Estates Future Land Use Study Area…………………………………28
Figure 16: Golden Gate Eastern Estates Neighborhood Centers…………………………….30
Figure 17: Neighborhood Center at Wilson and Golden Gate Boulevard……….…….31
Figure 18: Immokalee Road and Oakes Boulevard Interface……………………………….32
Figure 19: Area 1 Conditional Uses, Commercial and Potential Areas for Conditional
Uses…………………………………………………………………………………………………….33
Figure 20: Area 2 Conditional Uses, Commercial and Potential Areas for Conditional
Uses………….…………………………………………………………………………………………34
Figure 21: Area 3 Conditional Uses, Commercial and Potential Areas for Conditional
Uses………….…………………………………………………………………………………………35
Figure 22: Long Range Transportation Plan Highway Cost Feasible Plan………………42
Figure 23: Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment…………………………...43
Figure 24: Long Range Transportation Plan New Bridges..……………………………………44
Figure 25: North Golden Gate Estates Flowway Restoration Project……………………52
Figure 26: Belle Meade Area RESTORE Project Area…………………………………………….53
Figure 27: Golden Gate Eastern Estates Non-Conforming Lots…………………………….55
Figure 28: Golden Gate Western Estates Non-Conforming Lots…………….…………….56
List of Tables
Table 1: Watershed Management Plan Initiatives……………………………………………….60
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Section 1: Introduction
This White Paper provides a conceptual framework to address elements of the Golden Gate Area
Master Plan (GGAMP) restudy. The GGAMP is a separate element within the County’s
Comprehensive Plan. This framework serves as a vehicle to further vet and inform staff, community
leaders and the public in advance of the specific language that will be incorporated into the
transmittal documents for Growth Management Plan amendment, and the public hearing process.
The GGAMP is the second of four restudies focused on eastern Collier County, as directed by the
Board of County Commissioners (Board) on February 10, 2015. Focus areas of all four restudies
include complementary land uses and economic vitality, including housing affordability,
transportation and mobility, and environmental stewardship. As the staggered restudies unfold,
relationships and synergies between the study areas are identified and maximized.
The Community Planning staff in the Zoning Division of the Growth Management Department
provide this document to describe the history and status the GGAMP (Section 2), the planning
process, outreach, data and analysis (Section 3) and the list of Initial recommendations (Section 4).
Appendix A includes the full documentation of the public outreach process and resu lts.
The Golden Gate area includes three diverse geographic areas: the eastern or rural Estates (east of
County Road 951), the western or urban Estates (West of County Road 951) and Golden Gate City,
an unincorporated area. With these differences in mind, public outreach was designed and pursued
along these three geographic lines. However, this report will generally follow a format that separates
Golden Gate City from both Estates areas. As understood from public outreach, the eastern and
western estates have a great deal in common. Where differences exist, they are described in Section
3. Golden Gate City is fundamentally different than either of the Estates areas.
The basic structure of the current GGAMP is divided into two main parts: The Goals, Objectives and
Policies (GOPs) section and the Land Use Designation Description section. The former section sets
forth vision, values, requirements and aspirations; the latter describes specific subdistricts and their
land uses within the GGAMP. Both sections guide the Code of Ordinances and Land Development
Code in enactment and updated amendments.
As a non-substantive consideration, staff proposes that the GOPs and Land Use Descriptions remain
as the organizational framework, but within two parts. One part will be the Golden Gate Estates, the
other will be Golden Gate City. In this way, the GOPs pertaining to these very different areas will
lend more geographic clarity.
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As with all restudy efforts, the fundamental premise is that any proposal for amendment to the
existing Plan must reflect the goals and vision of residents and stakeholders. Residents responded
well to outreach efforts and provided a foundation built on community vision and individual
preferences. Non-resident stakeholders include interests that extend beyond the boundaries of the
Golden Gate. For example, public water utilities in Collier County and City of Naples draw potable
water from beneath the Golden Gate Estates area. The issues and potentials involved in water must
be considered, along with other shared policy matters.
Note on terminology in this White Paper: As shown on Figure 1, the Estates area east of Collier Blvd.
(C.R. 951) will be alternatively described as the eastern Estates or the rural Estates; the Estates area
west of Collier Blvd. will be alternatively described as the western Estates or the urban Estates.
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Throughout this White paper are several figures or maps used for reference. These are also
maintained in PDF format on our website, so that the public may view and zoom in, as needed, with
greater picture clarity: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-s-z/zoning-
division/community-planning-section/golden-gate-area-master-plan-restudy/library.
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Section 2: Background
History of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan
The Golden Gate area was first conceived, platted and developed by the Gulf American Land Corp.
Development began in the late 1950’s and the subdivision was approved by the Board of County
Commissioners in 1960. By 1965, 90% of the land was platted and marketing was well underway.
The Estates portion of Golden Gate comprised 163 square miles (111,000 acres), nearly 8% of the
County’s total land area, and was believed to be the world’s largest subdivision. It included 813 miles
of roadway (mostly lime rock) and 183 miles of canal to drain the area for habitability. Prior to
development, the area was regularly inundated by several feet of water during the wet season. The
Estates subdivision included mostly 1.25, 2.5 and 5 acre parcels. It was intended to include single
family, multi-family and commercial land uses, but was rezoned into low-density single family
residential uses in 1974. By 1982, the minimum (legal conforming) lot size for all areas of the Estates
became one unit per 2.25 acres.
In 1983, the County entered into a settlement agreement with Avatar Corp., the successor to the
defunct Gulf American Land Corp. By that time, leaders recognized additional acreage and funds
would be needed to provide public services. The agreement included the provision of 1,062 acres
under County ownership to be managed for the purposes of recreation, utilities, community services
and essential services. The land was also provided as a source of funds to construct the facilities.
Prior to 1991, the Golden Gate area was governed by the County’s Future Land Use Element (FLUE),
part of the Growth Management Plan (GMP) first adopted in 1989. As mandated by the first GMP,
the unique characteristics of the area were recognized in 1991 by the adoption of the Golden Gate
Area Master Plan (GGAMP), a separate element in the Collier County Growth Management Plan.
Citizens and County leaders recognized the unique quality of the area, and gave special
consideration to natural resources, land use, water management and public facilities, as identified
by a Citizen’s Steering Committee.
In doing so, former Objective 1, Policies 1.1 and 1.3 and Future Land Use Maps for Golden Gate were
superseded. Nevertheless, other Goals, Objectives and Policies in the FLUE remain applicable to the
Golden Gate area.
In 1996, the Board adopted the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) for Collier County. As a result
of that effort, the original Master Plan was replaced by a new G GAMP, pursuant to Ordinance 97-
64.
In 2001, the Board directed a restudy of the GGAMP, undertaken by the Golden Gate Area Master
Plan Restudy Committee. The Committee met on more than twenty occasions between June 2001
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and June 2003 and proposed amendments to the Board for consideration in two phases. The stated
goal of this restudy was to guide future decision making in a manner that balances the residents’
need for basic services with natural resource and preservation concerns.
Importantly, many of the topics heading todays restudy were closely reviewed by the Committee:
commercial uses, conditional uses, rural character and transportation. Subsequently, amendments
to the GGAMP were adopted in 2003 and 2004, reflecting community vision for the future of th e
area.
Since the 1990’s, the State of Florida had been purchasing parcels in the South Golden Gate
Estates/NRPA area. Under
the Florida Forever and
Save our Everglades
programs, Picayune Strand
State Park was envisioned
and pursued, along with
significant restoration
activity. The acquisition
process was completed
around 2006. Since then,
miles of roadway and canals
have been recontoured and
three large pump stations
and levies installed, with
the aim of rehydration to
restore natural sheetflow
for the benefit of wetlands,
aquifers and estuaries,
under the direction of
South Florida Water
Management District and
the Army Corps of
Engineers. Accordingly, as
shown in green on Figure 2,
approximately 39,000 acres
that comprised the “south
blocks” are no longer part
of the Golden Gate Area
Master Plan.
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Current Conditions
Following the completion of the purchase and assemblage of Southern Golden Gate Estates by the
State of Florida, the remaining area of the rural Golden Gate Estates remains at approximately
58,000 acres. The
urban Estates comprise
about 8,300 acres and
Golden Gate City
approximately 2,500
acres. The
characteristics of these
areas vary greatly.
The rural Estates
retains the most “rural”
character of the three
areas, given its size and
residential distribution.
Because of the
development pattern
and changes in
condition over the past
5 decades, flooding,
wildfire and wildlife
conditions play a more
important role in
eastern Estates
residents’ lives as
compared to the urban
area.
As of 2016, the rural
Estates was nearly 50%
built out, as shown in
Figure 3, with a higher
concentration of
dwelling units located
nearest the urban area.
The population
projection for 2016 was
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approximately 32,000 persons. For several decades, this area has been described as a de facto
“affordable” housing area, given the land costs in comparison to urban locations. Though its
developers built canals to “drain” and lower the water table, remnant wetlands remain on a
significant portion of
the eastern Estates,
including areas within
the Horsepen Strand
flowway.
Meanwhile, the pace
of development
remains high in the
eastern Estates. In
fact, building permits
issued in this area
increased from 273 to
408 year to year, as
measured second
quarter, 2016 to 2017.
In contrast to the
rural, eastern Estates,
the western Estates is
more associated with
the urban area,
although large lots
predominate. This
relatively smaller area
is in closer proximity
to goods, services and
job opportunities.
Because of its
location, it is closer to
build-out with 86% of
the lots developed,
leaving only 14% vacant as of 2016.
Figure 4 illustrates the number of residential parcels developed and the number of parcels vacant.
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Golden Gate City is at the heart of the GGAMP. As illustrated on Figure 5, the City comprises a
denser population in close proximity to a mix of uses which include commercial, office, schools and
parks. Although some canals create impediments, and some infrastructure needs improvement, the
City is well connected to support a more walkable and bikeable community. Creating a vibrant,
walkable community has been identified as a top priority by its residents.
The projected 2016 population of Golden Gate City was 24,000. Golden Gate City has a unique
demographic; different than what is typically found in urban Collier County. The average age of its
residents is 30, compared to 47 county-wide. There are 42% more persons per household (3.38 v.
2.38) and 65% less median household income ($40,000 v. $66,000).
Nearly all parcels within Golden Gate City have existing development, however a few parcels remain
vacant. Figure 6 shows the current vacant parcels, along with the underlying land use designation.
Several vacant parcels exist in both residential and commercial designations. Many of the existing
residential and business structures date back to the 1960’s with land values exceeding structure
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values. In addition, some of the larger commercial parcels within the Activity Center are now vacant
big-box retailers. These circumstances are a foreshadowing of future redevelopment.
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Section 3: Public Outreach, Data and Analysis
The Golden Gate area includes three diverse geographic areas: the eastern or rural Estates (east of
County Road 951), the western or urban Estates (West of County Road 951) and Golden Gate City,
an unincorporated area. With these differences in mind, the restudy effort included public outreach
and planning analysis along these three geographic lines.
This Section provides information reflective of the unique conditions of Golden Gate City and the
Estates. As understood from public outreach, the eastern and western estates have a great deal in
common and are discussed in this Section under the same Golden Gate Estates heading. Where
differences exist, they are described. The focus areas of complementary land use and economic
vitality, transportation and mobility, and environmental stewardship are addressed under both
Golden Gate City and Golden Gate Estates.
The Golden Gate Area Master Plan restudy public outreach process included extensive public
engagement. Residents and stakeholders were encouraged to provide input through multiple
platforms including eight public workshops, staff presentations to both the Golden Gate City Civic
Association and the Golden Gate Estates Civic Association, a user-friendly website with surveys, and
communications through email distribution lists with approximately 330 stakeholders. Appendix A
includes the public workshop summaries, polling and survey results, and other communications
from stakeholders.
The public workshops for both
Golden Gate City and the western
and eastern Estates kicked-off with a
visioning process. The intent was to
determine if any of the community
values had changed. The visioning
process lead to each community
developing their own vision
statements. These community-
defined vision statements should
provide guidance for implementing
planning goals, objectives and
policies. These are provided as a
preface to the following Golden Gate
City and Golden Gate Estates
sections.
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Golden Gate City
The residents of Golden Gate City created a vision statement during the public workshops. This vision
statement reflects the need for the County to adopt land use and transportation policies in the
Golden Gate Area Master Plan that are people-oriented and support economic development and
redevelopment. Each adopted policy should relate to and further the community’s vision. This vision
of a family-oriented community gives direction to consider residents of all ages, children, adults and
the elderly, and how they safely move about town, and what destinations are available to help them
thrive.
Golden Gate City Vision Statement
“Golden Gate City is a safe, diverse, family-oriented community that offers easy access to
education, parks, shopping and services within a vibrant, walkable community.”
Land Use and Economic Vitality
Within Golden Gate City there are numerous future land use designations ranging from single family
residential use to heavy commercial use. Golden Gate City is a true mixed-use community. Within
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Golden Gate City’s four-square-miles, residents are in close proximity to schools, parks, goods and
services. The majority of Golden Gate City is designated as residential (approximately 2,255 acres).
Commercial areas (291 acres) are distributed throughout the community along the major arterials
including Golden Gate Parkway, Santa Barbara Boulevard and Collier Boulevard. To accommodate
both residential and commercial uses, the Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map provides six
different commercial designations, each with different allowed uses, intensities and development
standards. Figure 7 shows the Golden Gate City areas designated residential in yellow , school sites,
and the six designated commercial or mixed-use areas.
The majority of Golden Gate City is designated residential as seen on Figure 8. Well established,
stable neighborhoods are the building blocks of any community and should be protected and
enhanced. According to the most recent Collier County Property Appraise rs information there are
approximately 7,887 residential units, which includes 4,213 single family homes and 3,674 multi-
family homes. The multi-family homes are condos, apartments, and a good number of duplexes. This
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housing mix supports great diversity in housing choices within Golden Gate City and allows for aging
in place within the same community.
While the Golden Gate Master Plan offers a full range of commercial uses, many commercial areas
remain under-utilized. Some of the largest stores, including K-Mart and Sweet Bay, have recently
closed. During the public workshops, the majority of participants felt there isn’t a need for additional
commercial areas, but instead want to focus on redevelopment of the existing areas to bring in new
businesses, shops, restaurants and services.
Along with community public workshops, Collier County Community Planning staff organized a
workshop specifically for all property owners within a commercial land use designation. The purpose
of the workshop was to identify opportunities and constraints to developing commercial uses. In
addition to noting desires to unify and simplify the uses, design standards and processes throughout
the commercial designations, there was strong sentiment supporting the evaluation of
redevelopment programs and tools for Golden Gate City.
To set the stage for redevelopment and creating an authentic s ense of place, it is proposed to
simplify the commercial land use designations along Golden Gate Parkway, and provide consistency
in the mix of uses and development standards. The following modifications are proposed to the land
use designations and Future Land Use Map.
1. Modify the designation of the Golden Gate Parkway Professional Office Commercial
Subdistrict (shown on Figure 7 above) to redesignate it and make consistent with the Golden
Gate Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict. This change will simplify the effort to create
design themes and development standards to benefit the community’s desire for future
redevelopment that is vibrant and walkable.
2. Add two properties along Golden Gate Parkway, not currently included in this designation.
One property is at the northeast corner of Golden Gate Parkway and Santa Barbara, where
a CVS store is currently located. The second property is the Coral Palm Apartments located
between the Activity Center and the Downtown District . Including this property meets the
intent of creating a mixed-use corridor. The addition of these two properties is forward
looking to provide for greater development consistency along Golden Gate Parkway in the
event of future redevelopment.
3. The final proposed change is to include the Wheels BMX skate park and band shell within the
boundary of the Activity Center. The Activity Center provides many civic uses and including
this park is consistent with the mixed-use intent of the Activity Center. This will provide
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greater certainty that the park is well connected into the Activity Center and a focal point for
community celebrations.
There are two policies in the current GGAMP that call for community-planning and neighborhood-
based planning programs, however, these policies have not been implemented. During the public
workshops, residents expressed a clear willingness to participate in the planning process for their
community. When asked, “would you be willing to participate in community -based planning
program?”, the majority of workshop participants were willing to engage in such a program.
Continued community participation will be needed for future planning efforts such as
redevelopment, urban design themes, development standards, and the creation of branding and
marketing materials.
To best facilitate community and neighborhood-based planning programs Collier County staff should
engaged with and support the established Golden Gate City Civic Association and the Municipal
Services Taxing District (MSTU), utilizing these established groups to involve residents in future
planning efforts. Working with these associations builds cohesion, recognition and support for
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community leadership to continue their focus for improvements in Golden Gate City. It is proposed
to work within the established Civic Association and the MSTU, their leadership, administration and
outreach platforms, rather than creating a new community planning group administered by Collier
County staff as currently called for in the Master Plan.
Supporting Golden Gate City Redevelopment
Golden Gate City contains several commercial areas that are centrally located to the population. The
available acreage for commercial development is sufficient to support the residents of Golden Gate
City and the surrounding area; therefore, there is not a need to designate additional areas. Instead,
focus is needed within the current commercial areas. These areas are dated, auto-oriented and have
some significant “dark boxes” resulting from big box store closures. For the community vision to be
realized, redevelopment that is people-oriented is needed. The proposed areas to emphasize
renewal efforts are the Activity Center and along Golden Gate Parkway (Figure 10).
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There are three distinct areas within the Activity Center; one is the civic area where the community
center, library and other civic uses are located, the second area is where the Winn-Dixie is located,
and the third area is where the vacant K-Mart building is located. Both the Winn-Dixie plaza and the
vacant K-Mart plaza each have a single owner, making these large aggregated parcels more viable
for redevelopment (Figure 11).
As developed, these three
areas within the Activity
Center do not interconnect or
relate to one another. They
were clearly developed
separately without a vision or
consideration for the whole.
This is a shortcoming of the full
potential of this Activity
Center. Moreover, the Activity
Center plazas were developed
in an auto-oriented pattern
with access and circulation
favoring the automobile. This
form of urban development,
also found along Golden Gate Parkway, creates impediments to the community’s desire to be a safe,
walkable, vibrant community. The typical auto-oriented pattern creates an “anywhere USA” and
lacks authentic community identity.
Opportunity Naples (2014) has been a guidepost for Collier County economic development.
Opportunity Naples found a need for shovel ready sites for target industries in Collier County. The
report also found “growth trends in Collier County’s age dynamics risk the future sustainability of
the local workforce. Collier County’s 25 to 44-year-old population is proportionally smaller than
every comparison area except Sarasota County, as is Collier’s percentage of 0 to 19-year-old
residents. Without an influx of younger workers migrating to the County or a spike in birth rates,
Greater Naples could face a significant shortfall of replacement workers for future retirees. Likewise,
there will be an occupational shortage in Collier County if qualified workers aged 24 to 44 are not
recruited to the area to replace retirees.” This age group, and most specifically the millennials, is
one of the most sought-after market segments. Fortunately for Golden Gate City the median age is
30, falling right into that desirable workforce age range.
Study after study shows millennials are increasingly choosing vibrant , healthy, walkable
communities and rejecting the automobile-centric land use patterns of the generations before them.
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Golden Gate City has the basis to be just the type of place the young workforce and their employers
are searching for. Further supporting mixed-use, allowing employment centers, and improving the
walking infrastructure can become an economic development strategy—a tool to retain and attract
a skilled workforce and to build a sustainable economic base.
To increase job opportunities within Golden Gate City, and provide nearly shovel ready sites, it is
proposed to add several specific land uses to the Activity Center designation. These uses support
target industries such as, advanced manufacturing, software development, and data and
information processing. To ensure a process to determine compatibility with the surrounding area,
these new uses within the Activity Center are proposed as conditional uses, hence nearly shovel
ready. Alternatively, the Board could allow these as permitted uses and promoted development
standards within the Land Development Code to address compatibility.
There are several redevelopment programs that could assist in furthering economic development
within Golden Gate City. Collier County uses two of these tools. First , the Community
Redevelopment Area (CRA). Collier County currently has two CRAs, one in Immokalee and one in the
Bayshore Triangle area. The establishment of a CRA is a very lengthy and bureaucratic process. At
the state legislative level, CRAs have recently come under scrutiny with some legislators supporting
their disbandment. The advantage of the CRA is the County’s administration, engagement and
oversight of the redevelopment area projects, along with Tax Increment Financing (TIF). However,
Golden Gate City’s demographic and economic profile is similar to that of Immokalee and Bayshore
and while a CRA may benefit Golden Gate City, it is likely to compete for grants with the other two
CRAs therefore inhibiting the potential of the all CRAs.
The second tool the County uses is the Innovation Zone. Ave Maria town centers are designated
Innovation Zones. The Innovation Zone, created by BCC Ordinance 2010-20, is a local TIF tool to
promote economic growth and diversity. Innovation Zones may be designated by the BCC through
the implementation of Economic Development Plans adopted by resolution for each Innovation
Zone. Per the Ordinance, “the use of available TIF revenues within an Innovation Zone as a dedicated
economic development tool and funding source enhance the general welfare of the County through
the advancement of new employment opportunities, the implementation of redevelopment
initiatives, the creation of new economic development opportunities and locations and the
expansion of existing employment centers.”
By permitting specific light industrial uses and employment centers for target industries within the
Golden Gate City Activity Center, there is a clear intent to promote economic growth in Golden Gate
City, thereby making the Innovation Zone an applicable and viable tool for redevelopment. As a local
tool, the BCC is able to designate Innovation Zones without State oversight. Measuring the pros and
cons of each redevelopment tool, it is proposed for the Board to designate an Innovation Zone which
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encompasses the Activity Center and Golden Gate Parkway to promote economic growth and
redevelopment.
In the Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict there is a provision for a minimum project size of one
acre. Most parcels are half or a quarter of this size making it less feasible for the property owners to
develop or redevelop their properties under this requirement. It is proposed to remove this
limitation in effort to support the property owners desire to develop their property consistent with
the uses allowed. The Land Development Code may be revised as necessary to address any
development standards needed to support this change.
The Collier Boulevard Commercial Subdistrict, located along the western side of Collier Boulevard
between Golden Gate Parkway and Green Boulevard allows heavy commercial with some properties
presently zoned C-5, the most intense commercial district. Sustainable communities need
appropriate locations for heavy commercial zoning. This land use designation is well located and
there are no changes proposed. However, it should be noted that some homeowners located within
the western portion of this Subdistrict were very surprised to learn their home had a heavy
commercial land use designation. The previous restudy expanded this subdistrict boundary back into
a single-family neighborhood. Careful consideration should be given within the Land Development
Code to ensure design standards are in place so homeowners are not negatively impacted.
Growth Management Plan Policies
The following goals, objectives, policies and land use designations outline the land use provisions
currently adopted. The policies are relatively non-descript and do not necessarily form a clear the
direction for Golden Gate City. This outline is followed by policy recommendations proposed to
identify and further the community’s vision.
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP
Goal 4:
To preserve and enhance a mix of residential and commercial land uses within Golden Gate City that
provides for the basic needs of both the local residents and the residents of the surrounding area.
Objective 4.1:
Provide for residential and commercial land uses that meet the needs of the surrounding area in the
development and redevelopment within Golden Gate City.
Policy 4.0.1:
Development and redevelopment with Golden Gate City shall be guided by the residential and
commercial needs of the surrounding area.
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Policy 4.1.1
Collier County shall develop an implementation schedule for the creation of a community-planning
program for Golden Gate City…
Policy 4.1.2
Collier County shall begin to examine, by holding community meetings, the feasibility of establishing
neighborhood-based planning programs within Golden Gate City that focus on the unique or distinct
features of the different portions of the community. While focusing on distinct areas within the
community, such neighborhood planning efforts as may be established shall not neglect Golden Gate
City as a whole.
Policy 4.1.3:
Collier County shall examine the feasibility of crafting land development regulations specific to the
Golden Gate City community. Such regulations shall focus on the unique circumstances of this
community.
Existing Non-residential Land Use Designations (synopsis)
High Density Residential Subdistrict
To encourage higher density residential and promote mixed -uses in close proximity to Activity
Centers, those residential zoned properties permitting up to 12 dwelling units per acre.
Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict:
The primary purpose of the Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict is to encourage
redevelopment along Golden Gate Parkway in order to improve the physical appearance of the area
and create a viable downtown district for the residents of Golden Gate City and Golden Gate Estates.
Mixed-use Activity Center Subdistrict
The Activity Center designated of the Future Land Use Map is intended to accommodate commercial
zoning within the Urban Designated Area. Activity Centers are intended to be mixed-use in
character.
Golden Gate Urban Commercial In-fill Subdistrict
This Subdistrict is located at the southwest quadrant of C.R. 951 and Golden Gate Parkway.
Commercial uses are limited to low intensity and intermediate commercial uses similar to C-1, C-2,
or C-3 zoning.
Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict
The intent of the Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict is to provide Golden Gate City with an area
that is primarily commercial, with an allowance for certain conditional uses. Thy types of uses
permitted within this Subdistrict are low intensity retail, offices, personal services and institutional.
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The provisions of this Subdistrict are intended to provide Golden Gate City with a viable professional
office district with associated small-scale retail.
Collier Boulevard Commercial Subdistrict
The primary purpose of the Collier Boulevard Commercial Subdistrict is to encourage redevelopment
along Collier Boulevard in order to improve the physical appearance of th e area. This Subdistrict is
intended to allow a mix of uses, including heavy commercial within those areas presently zoned C-
5.
Recommended Policies
• Establish land use designations to protect established, stable, neighborhoods and provide
opportunity for redevelopment and renewal through development practices that promote
compatibility.
• Support redevelopment of Golden Gate Parkway to provide for a viable pedestrian
environment adding to the vibrancy and walkability of Golden Gate City.
• Add land uses within the designated Activity Center intended to promote job growth and
strengthen the economic health of Golden Gate City.
• Protect the land uses allowing for diversity of residential housing.
• Engage with the Golden Gate Civic Association and MSTU to further community planning
programs.
• Consider redevelopment tools such as an Innovation Zone to further economic development
and redevelopment strategies.
• Develop amendments to the Land Development Code to support and implement
redevelopment initiatives including incentives for building remodeling and renovation.
• Develop a branding and marketing plan for Golden Gate City.
• Ensure pertinent incentive programs are made available to those seeking business creation
and redevelopment opportunities in Golden Gate City.
• Modify the land use designations along Golden Gate Parkway to create a consistent
development pattern.
• Add target industry uses to the Activity Center.
• In the Santa Barbara Commercial District, remove the minimum project size of one acre.
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Transportation and Mobility
Golden Gate City has a well-connected neighborhood roadway network. However, nearly all streets
lack sidewalks or other infrastructure to support walking. This severely limits safe transportation for
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children and those that don’t drive. During the public workshops, there were few complaints of
traffic congestion, apart from a few residents’ concern about peak-hour traffic on Santa Barbara
Boulevard at the Green Boulevard intersection. The primary transportation focus of residents is
improving walking, bicycling and transit access. This is reflected in the Golden Gate City vision
statement. It was reported during the public workshops that many Golden Gate City residents are
bicycling to work in the coastal area. Recognizing Golden Gate City is a family oriented community,
many of the citizens are not of driving age; rather, they are children and seniors that are no longer
driving trying to get to services, schools, parks and friends homes.
The 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment shows a needed demand to improve
Santa Barbara Boulevard north of Golden Gate Parkway, and that is the only roadway improvement
shown as “needed.”
The critical need for transportation improvements in Golden Gate City are those that s upport
walking, bicycling and transit. Figure 12 shows the existing sidewalk systems is limited to those areas
surrounding schools. A few planned sidewalk construction projects are mainly along arterial roads.
Very few streets have bike lanes. The Collier MPO has identified the transit need in Golden Gate City
by including a future transit transfer point, indicated with a blue circle in the center of Golden Gate
City.
Additionally, recognizing the transportation needs of pedestrians, the Collier MPO recently initiated
the Golden Gate City Walkable Community Study. This study will assess and prioritize pedestrian
facility needs for Golden Gate City based on quantitative and qualitative factors. This study will
provide guidance to improving the waling conditions in Golden Gate City. Further, it will help the
Golden Gate City achieve their vision of a safe, family-oriented community. Following completion of
the study and acceptance by the Collier MPO, the approved study recommendations should be
incorporated into the Golden Gate Area Master Plan.
Growth Management Plan Policies
The following goals, objectives, policies outline the related transportation provisions currently
adopted. This outline is followed by policy recommendations proposed to identify and further the
community’s vision.
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP
Policy 6.2.3:
Sidewalks and bike lanes shall provide access to government facilities, schools, commercial areas
and the planned County greenway network.
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Objective 6.3:
Coordinate with local emergency services officials in planning and constructing road improvements
within Golden Gate Estates and Golden Gate City to ensure that the access needs of fire department,
police and emergency management personnel and vehicles are met.
Objective 7.3
Develop strategies through the County Growth Management Division – Planning and Regulation for
the enhancement of roadway interconnection within Golden Gate City and the Estates Area
including interim measures to assure interconnection.
Recommended Policies
• Support all transportation needs within Golden Gate City with an emphasis on walkability.
Walkability will be improved through the implementation of the recommendations of the
MPO’s Walkability Study.
• Within the Activity Center, maintain multiple connections to the surrounding neighborhoods
and through the Activity Center while providing safe and direct access to transit stops within
or adjacent to the Activity Center.
• Consider protecting alleys from vacating process where there is reasonable connection and
continuity for future pathway corridors.
• Initiate periodic speed studies in Golden Gate City and when appropriate, utilize traffic
calming measures and speed limit reductions to ensure a safe pedestrian environment.
Environmental Stewardship
The primary concern for potential environmental degradation in Golden Gate City is associated with
the many private wells and septic tanks. As reported by Collier County Utilities Department,
residences so near one another pose a significant risk of contamination to individual water wells or
supply-sources for the entire region. Private water wells and septic tanks age over time, have a
limited lifecycle, and have a wide disparity in the level of maintenance by various property owners,
affecting the life and functionality of the tanks.
Currently, only one complete quadrant of four within Golden Gate City has access to a treated
potable water supply from a private utility, Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA). At their
June 27, 2017 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners provided direction to County staff to
initiate a due diligence process and negotiate terms of acquisition of FGUA. Integrating the Golden
Gate City system into the Collier County Public Utilities system and expanding utility services to
homes and businesses within Golden Gate City provides a long-term strategy to address potential
environmental impacts and system reliability.
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Growth Management Plan Policies
While Golden Gate City doesn’t encompass significant natural resources, it is important to focus on
policies related to utilities for the reasons stated above. The adopted policies are related to the
Florida Governmental Utilities Authority. The proposed provisions reflect the County’s initiative to
assume responsibility of maintenance and expansion of utilities for Golden Gate City.
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP
Objective 1.2:
Ensure public facilities are provided at an acceptable level of service.
Policy 1.2.3:
Consistent with Chapter 89-169, Florida Administrative Code, the Florida Governmental Utilities
Authority, or its successor, shall provide updated water and sewer service data to the Collier County
Water and Wastewater Authority on an annual basis.
Policy 1.2.4:
Due to the continued use of individual septic systems and private wells within a densely platted
urban area, the Florida Governmental Utilities Authority, or its successor, is encouraged to expand
their sewer and water service area to include all of that area known as Golden Gate City at the
earliest possible time.
Recommended Policy
• Maintain and expand sewer and water service in accordance with the Collier County Water
and Sewer District Implementation Plan.
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Golden Gate Estates
Golden Gate Eastern Estate Vision Statement
“The Golden Gate Eastern Estates is an interconnected, low-density residential community with
limited goods and services in neighborhood centers, defined by a rural character with an
appreciation for nature and quiet surroundings.”
Golden Gate Western Estate Vision Statement
“Golden Gate Western Estates is a low-density, large-lot residential neighborhood in a natural
setting with convenient access to the coastal area.”
Land Use and Economic Vitality
Within the GGAMP, there are Goals, Objectives and Policies (GOPs) as well as a Land Use Description
Section that pertain specifically to Estates land uses. This section describes the status, review and
community recommendations pertaining to GOPs and Estates land use descriptions, both east
(rural) and west (urban) of CR 951.
Generally, the land uses can be divided into these categories: Residential, Commercial and
Conditional. Additionally, policies related to public facilities, adjacent land uses and notice provisions
are considered.
Residential Land Uses
Golden Gate Estates is an area primarily intended for residential uses. Of the 66,000 acres that make
up today’s Golden Gate Estates, over 95% is reserved for residential use under the current plan. This
is consistent with Goal 5 of the GGAMP that balances the preservation of rural character, wooded
lots, the keeping of livestock, the ability to grow crops. wildlife activity and low density residential
with limited commercial and conditional uses.
As of 2016, the rural Estates residential lots total almost 24,000 in number. Approximately half have
been developed. Absent future changes in conservation of parcels for environmental or recreational
purposes, the current population of 31,100 can be expected to double by build-out.
Figure 13 shows the existing distribution of developed residential areas with in the rural Estates.
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By contrast, Figure 14 shows
the development of urban
Estates lots is much closer to
build-out. In this area, 86% of
the parcels have been
developed, leaving only 430
vacant parcels in this much
smaller portion of Golden
Gate Estates.
An analysis of building
activity in Golden Gate
Estates suggests that
development is currently
accelerating. When
comparing annual totals as
of second quarter, 2017 to
second quarter, 2016, permit
applications rose from 273 to
408, an increase of almost
50%. Taken together, 681
housing starts over this 2-
year period suggests
economic vigor in a post-
high foreclosure market.
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During public outreach, residents
and stakeholders did not
advocate any major changes in
residential land use. Most
individuals polled preferred to
maintain a low density residential
environment with few changes.
In fact, the Golden Gate Estates
Area Civic Association (GGEACA)
voiced the preference for a “low
density overlay” to protect its
character well into the future.
The minimum lot size would
remain unchanged, with the
possibility of recombining some
legal non-conforming (smaller)
lots. No new designations of
residential areas to
Neighborhood Centers were
suggested. The sole conversion of
residential areas endorsed by the
public was for office type
commercial along a short length
of Immokalee Road in the Urban
Estates and the possibility of non-residential land uses near the Randal Rd. curve on Immokalee Rd.
Residents were polled about some specific aspects of Residential land use. Polling questions
included allowing group homes as a permitted use and changing the rules surrounding home-based
businesses. Public sentiment was against any change in either topic area.
When asked about the desirability of allowing rental of guest houses, polls found mixed results. At
a public workshop held in November 2016, 56% of respondents were in favor. In contrast, only 26%
responded favorably at a February 2017 public workshop. Currently, there are approximately 700
guest homes in the Estates area. Based on the strong environmental preferences in response to
other issues, staff does not recommend guest house rentals, as it would tend to weaken the desire
to retain a lower density, lower impact community.
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Some requested changes, as described in the environmental portion below, relate the desire to
recombine legal non-conforming lots and to require or incentivize on-site stormwater retention and
other water-related initiatives to maximize water quality, percolation and floodplain protection.
Also, noted in the environmental section, are recommendations for strengthening wildfire
prevention and lighting standards. These provisions cross several land uses, including residential
land use.
Public Notice
Although the concept of strengthening various notice provisions was not queried or mentioned in
public outreach workshops, staff has observed one notice issue in the context of public petitions.
Currently, mailed notices are required in advance of Neighborhood Information Meetings (NIMs) as
well as certain public hearings. Where required, it would be beneficial for all involved to provide
notices along the entire length of dead-end Estates avenues or streets where a project makes direct
impact, if the length is greater than the required linear distance of 1,000 feet. (See Non-Residential
Uses/Notice provisions, below.)
Specific Property Re-designations
From time to time staff was queried about specific properties and whether there would be any
specific land use changes recommended. Staff understood its Restudy scope as one essentially
limited to universal principles- either in land use or other GOPs. However, it is always possible that,
during the Public Hearing process, public officials will endorse land use changes in a parcel specific
manner. For example, parcels
owned by the County may be
the subject of Board direction at
Transmittal to effect affordable
or senior housing needs, or to
accommodate other public uses
such as park and ride locations,
or other land uses. One specific
location that gained attention
following public outreach is the
area in the vicinity of the
Immokalee Rd. curve near
Randall Blvd. This is a location
where significant transportation
planning is underway, and the
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area may be suitable for non-residential uses such as an activity center or other designation. The
recommendations below include this area as a future study area to det ermine appropriateness of
re-designation, following the completion of the Randall Blvd. and Oil Well Road Corridor Study. The
depiction of the future study area, below, extends from 33d Ave NE to properties west of Wilson
Blvd., and may be adjusted before the study begins. Staff recommends that the study commence
upon the completion of the Oil Well Rd. and Randall Blvd. transportation study.
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related Existing Provisions in GGAMP:
Designation Description/Residential Estates Subdistrict: Single family residential development is
allowed within this Subdistrict at a maximum density of one unit per 2.25 gross acres, or one unit
per legal non-conforming lot of record, exclusive of guest houses.
Objective 5.3:
Provide for the protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.
Policy 5.3.0.1:
Rural character protection provisions shall provide for the preservation of such rural amenities as,
but not limited to, wooded lots, the keeping of livestock, the ability to grow crops, wildlife activity,
and low-density residential development.
Policy 5.3.2:
The Land Development Code shall continue to allow and further encourage the preservation of
native vegetation and wildlife indigenous to the Estates area.
Objective 1.4:
Provide a living environment within the Golden Gate area, which is aesthetically acceptable and
protects the quality of life.
Policy 1.4.0.1 Collier County shall provide a living environment that is aesthetically acceptable and
protects the quality of life through the enforcement of applicable codes and laws.
Policy 1.4.1: The County’s Code Enforcement Board shall strictly enforce the Land Development
Code and other applicable codes and laws to control the illegal storage of machinery, vehicles and
junk, and the illegal operation of commercial activities within the Golden Gate area.
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Recommended Policies
• See Non-residential Land Uses and Environmental Recommendations.
Neighborhood Centers and Non-residential Uses
Presently, there are three (3) Neighborhood Center designations in the Rural Estates and one (1) on
the eastern edge of the urban Estates. In addition to Neighborhood Centers, there are four (4)
mixed-use or commercial Sub-districts in the rural Estates and six (6) within the urban Estates. The
locations can be seen below in Figure 16.
During the public outreach meetings in the rural Estates and in the urban Estates, no new
Neighborhood Centers were suggested or desired. Rather, there was strong sentiment to increase
the availability of commercial uses in adjoining RFMUD and RLSA areas. In this way, the predominant
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rural, residential character of the Estates could be maintained. Importantly, by placing office,
commercial, business and industrial parks in these adjoining Districts, shopp ing, employment and
entertainment opportunities would emerge in closer proximity to the Estates, and within easier
drive times. As noted in the Master Mobility Plan (2012), reverse trips and shorter trips (fewer
vehicle miles travelled) yield benefits to infrastructure demand, local economy, quality of life,
environmental protection and public safety.
Resizing the Neighborhood Centers
Although no new Neighborhood Centers were desired by the public, there was a clear desire by
those within the rural Estates that the three Neighborhood Centers should be “right-sized”, to
function appropriately within a rural context. For example, Figure 17 shows the three quadrants
within the Wilson Boulevard and Golden Gate Boulevard Center contains development areas of 8.45,
7.15 and 4.86 acres, as seen in the figure below. As stated by the Golden Gate Estates Area Civic
Association (GGEACA), these
Centers should be allowed
“sufficient (increased) area for
road development,
septic/wastewater treatment,
and water retention.”
Additional rationale would
include parking, future right-
of-way expansion and
effective buffering from
residential uses.
The GGEACA recommended an
80-acre maximum node for
each of the three rural Neighborhood Centers. This equates to a maximum of 20 acres per quadrant-
an important measure because at least 2 of the 3 rural Neighborhood Centers will not develop all 4
quadrants. In most instances 20 acres will not be required to build an efficient development area,
but can serve as a maximum under the Master Plan. Upsizing of any Neighborhood Center would
require a rezoning of the property. The maximum acreage per quadrant is not an entitlement but
allows the applicant to request zoning greater than the current Future Land Use Map would indicate,
under criteria, without a requirement to amend the GGAMP.
In all, there are 10 commercial or mixed-use subdistricts in Golden Gate Estates. For the most part,
these subdistricts emerged over the past 20 years through private plan amendment applications and
Board approvals. As noted, the scope of this Restudy does not include additional site-specific
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recommendations. Further, stakeholders do not presently support additional site -specific
commercial designations.
Immokalee Rd./Oaks Blvd. Interface
There is one location within the urban Estates best described as a potential corridor re-designation.
This is an area along the Immokalee Road/Oaks Estates interface as shown in Figure 18. Currently
zoned uses among the 16 parcels located in this corridor include 2 com mercial uses (C-1), 8
conditional uses and 6 residential uses. One of the residential uses is entitled to a transitional
conditional use application. Another is a County-owned parcel for water retention. Thus, five parcels
could retain existing residential zoning or apply for a CU or rezone to C-1, under the
recommendation below.
When asked about additional conditional uses in the western Estates, a slight majority felt that
additional locations were not needed. However, when asked whether the Immokalee Road/Oaks
interface should have future land uses to include office and conditional uses, over 75% were in favor.
The public understood that a more unified planning approach to this corridor could result in better
outcomes, including access points and continu ity. For this reason, the recommendation below
suggests a FLUE designation that allows rezone applications for C-1 uses as well as conditional uses
in this corridor.
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Conditional Uses
Conditional use opportunities in Golden Gate Estates include churches, social and fraternal
organizations, child care
and adult day care centers,
private schools, group care
facilities (such as nursing
homes and assisted living
facilities) and model
homes. As conditional
uses, they are generally
appropriate if compatible
with neighboring uses, and
should be limited as to
location and number. A
GGAMP allowance for
conditional use provides a
right to seek approval, not
a right for the use at any
location. Typically, if
granted, conditional uses
are subject to numerous
conditions of development
and operation.
The GGAMP allows
conditional use
applications for properties
designated as residential.
However, the locational
criteria are extremely
limited, except for essential
services. The
Neighborhood Center
Transitional Conditional Use provisions allow such applications if immediately adjacent to a
designated Neighborhood Center (there are 4 in total). The Transitional Conditional Use provisions
allow applications for conditional uses if adjacent to some, but not all non -residential uses. In
addition, there are further restrictions along Golden Gate Parkway from Livingston to Santa Barbara
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and on the west side of Collier Blvd. The limited availability for conditional use applications can be
gleaned from the analytic Figures 19, 20 and 21. The areas marked in yellow indicate conditional use
potential under the current GGAMP. Because Golden Gate Estates is 50% built out, it is likely that
additional locations would be useful for conditional uses as development progresses. With this in
mind, staff sought public feedback on the possibility of expanding location potentials.
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Arterial Intersections
Surveys in the rural Estates indicated a preference to allow some additional potential CU locations
if limited as to location and type. A majority stated that additional CUs should be allowed at more
locations, and specifically allowed at arterial intersections (described as 4 or more lane roads
intersected by 4 or more lane roads). Slightly less than half of those surveyed in the urban Estates
thought that CUs should be considered at major intersections (45% v. 50%). While suitability of land
use underlies this recommendation, we note that there is a possibility that the conversion of use
from residential to conditional use could potentially increase future ROW acquisition costs for future
road expansion. A compilation of the intersections that would qualify as include:
Rural Estates
• Everglades Blvd. and Oil Well Rd.
• Golden Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd. (east quadrants)
• Vanderbilt Beach Rd. and Wilson Blvd. (future)
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• Everglades Blvd. and Randall Rd. (future)
• Wilson Blvd. and Immokalee Rd. (future, south quadrants)
Urban Estates
• Logan Blvd. and Pine Ridge Rd.
• Golden Gate Pkwy. and Santa Barbara Blvd. (west quadrants)
• Logan Blvd. and Vanderbilt Beach Rd. (future, SW quadrant only)
(Note: “future” designation derived from 2040 LRTP)
Based on this recommendation, a total of 6 quadrants in the rural Estates could qualify for CU
application, not considering current land uses at those locations. An additional 10 quadrants could
support conditional use applications in the rural Estates, based on improvements indicated in the
MPO’s LRTP. In the urban Estates, a total of 6 quadrants could qualify for CU application not
considering current uses. An additional quadrant could qualify based on the MPO’s LRTP.
Public opinion differed when individuals spoke about church uses. Opinions ranged from allowing
churches along major road corridors to eliminating any additional locations for churches.
Staff’s recommendation, below, is the addition of the major arterial intersections (as defined) as a
locational criterion for CU applications; plan language would allow parcel assemblage where
minimum ingress/egress requirements dictate. The CU applicant should demonstrate the need for
the requested acreage in the context of the intended use and facilities and ingress/egress
recommendations.
Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Blvd. Special Provisions
As noted in the Related Existing Provisions section, below, there are special provisions related to
Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Blvd. frontages. As described above, the only change to the Golden
Gate Parkway provisions would be a change allowing CU applications for properties located at the
corner of Golden Gate Parkway and Santa Barbara Blvd. The two quadrants at that location are
currently zoned PUD or CU.
With respect to the Collier Blvd. Special provisions, the GGAMP currently requires adjoining
conditional uses on two sides, rather than the transitional conditional use provision requiring certain
non-residential uses on one side only. Staff observes that, during a public hearing for a zoning change
request at 13th Ave SW and Collier Blvd, a conditional use was not available under the GMP due to
this provision. However, the property in question was located next to an industrial type (PUD) use,
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which could make a CU a suitable transition to adjoining residential. For this reason, the
recommendation below would remove the Collier Blvd. Special Provision. We also note that this
specific recommendation was not vetted during public outreach workshops. Accordingly, this fact
should be noted during the Transmittal process.
Communication Towers
Communication towers are listed conditional uses in Golden Gate Estates. As such, they are limited
to the locational criteria found in the Designation Description section. The available locations for cell
towers are extremely limited, as these are not “essential services” as defined in the Land
Development Code. As technologies quickly advance, the applications for communication
transmission devices may look considerable different in just a few years than they do today.
Individual consideration of proposed installations should be reviewed in each instance.
A solid majority of residents surveyed, both in the rural Estates and the urban Estates, indicated
dissatisfaction with existing cell service. Over 75% of the rural estates resident s surveyed believed
that communication towers should be conditional uses, available at any location in the Estates. The
recommendation below retains this land use as a conditional use, requiring application, notice and
public hearing, but available for application at any location in the Estates (at least 2.25 acres in size).
Conditional Use Acreage
At present, conditional uses are generally limited to 5 acres. Although not specifically queried in
public outreach, staff sees the 5-acre limitation as creating problems similar to the acreage
limitations within currently approved Neighborhood Centers. Th e issues noted there are adequacy
of stormwater retention, buffering, parking, roadway needs and septic provisions. In some cases,
the current 5-acre standard may prove sufficient. However, applicants may wish to request a greater
acreage. This request would remain subject to the public hearing requirements of the Conditional
Use, but the provision for greater acreage in the GGAMP would relieve the applicants from
amending the GMP to creating otherwise unnecessary sub-districts. Rather than suggesting 20 acres
as recommended by the GGEACA for Neighborhood Centers, a more modest 10 -acre maximum is
recommended. If embraced, staff also supports enhanced buffering requirements similar to those
required for the Neighborhood Centers.
Public Facilities
In addition to the growing transportation network in and near the Estates, numerous public facilities
serve Estates residents. The eastern Estates is served by: two high schools, several elementary and
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middle schools; three fire stations; 2 EMS stations; Sheriffs stations; a library; community parks and
a regional park under design. Additional public facilities are planned to accommodate the growth in
population, as monitored by the County’s Annual Update and Inventory Report (AUIR) and
coordinated through the Growth Management Department and associated County departments,
including the Collier County School District and independent agencies.
With regard to public facilities as a land use, members of the public stressed compatibility within a
predominantly residential area. Specifically, there is interest in developing rural architectural
standards for public buildings as well as other non -residential structures. A unified architectural
standard can provide a greater sense of identity to the Estates District. In addit ion, there is interest
in updating development standards such as setbacks and buffers, particularly as public uses intensify
at existing or future locations.
Firebreak Staging and Park and Ride
Park and ride facilities are essentially parking areas that can serve several purposes. As many rural
estates residents commute to the urban area for daily work, or for occasional shopping and
entertainment, a park and ride area can support voluntary ride sharing to and from proximate urban
locations. Ride sharing applications for mobile devices have emerged as a helpful tool for
commuters. At an appropriate time, bus/transit service could also serve these locations. The
importance of park and ride and ride sharing for community-wide benefits was underscored by the
Master Mobility Plan (accepted by Board, 2012) and by ULI in their review of housing affordability
(2017).
Additionally, as part of the initiative to support natural disaster prevention and response programs,
portions of these facilities could be used for staging equipment, vehicles and operations. Nearly 40%
of the citizens polled reported that they would consider using such facilities. It is suggested that the
County consider appropriate locations for these facilities, with locational criteria including direct
access to arterial roadways and buffering, and apply for Board approval through the Conditional Use
public hearing process.
Adjacent Future Land Use Districts
The eastern Estates is bounded by The Rural Fringe Mixed Use District (RFMUD) on 2 sides and the
Rural Lands Stewardship Area (RLSA) on another. There are two essential parameters of interest to
eastern estates residents.
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First, residents are very enthusiastic about the possibility of more robust economic development in
the RFMUD and RLSA. Residents desire more proximate commercial areas for shopping and services,
and want employment opportunities. For these reasons, residents were highly supportive of RFMUD
Village centers, RLSA towns, and freestanding business and industrial park locations in these
Districts. The potential for eastern Estates residents to shop and work within shorter distances and
outside of the urban area is a great benefit to them, and this advantage redounds to County
taxpayers through reduced miles travelled, lower capital and maintenance costs for roads, and a
reduced carbon footprint.
Second, eastern Estates residents desire compatibility of uses where adjoining Districts develop
adjacent to the Estates. Enhanced buffers and setbacks are suggested at the interface of t hese
Districts. These development standards will be specified by LDC review and amendment, and
reflected in the Policies of the GGAMP.
Notice Provisions
Although not discussed in the Restudy outreach workshops, staff has observed past private petitions
that involved Estates re-designation and rezoning. In the Estates, written notice provisions related
to Neighborhood Information Meetings (NIMs) and public hearings extend 1,000 feet from the
property lines of the project (compared to 500 feet in the urban area). In reality, affected Estates
residential uses may extend the length of a dead-end street.
A typical dead-end street in the Estates is approximately one mile. Accordingly, many affected
residents are not provided with written notice. The recommendation associated with this topic
would require written notice beyond 1,000 feet, where traffic impacts can be reasonably
anticipated, as a result of the land use change, on a dead - end street or avenue in the Estates. In
such a case, notice should be provided along the entire length of the affected street or avenue.
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP:
Objective 5.3:
Provide for the protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.
Objective 1.2
Ensure public facilities are provided at an acceptable level of service
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Goal 3:
To provide for basic commercial services for purposes of serving the rural needs of Golden Gate
Estates residents, shortening vehicular trips, and preserving rural character.
Existing Land Use Designations (synopsis)
Neighborhood Center Subdistrict:
Recognizing the need to provide basic goods, services and amenities to Estates residents,
Neighborhood centers have been designated on the Golden Gate Area Future land use map. T he
Neighborhood Center designation does not guarantee that commercial zoning will be granted. The
designation only provides the opportunity to request commercial zoning.
Conditional Uses Subdistrict:
Various types of conditional uses are permitted in the estates zoning district within the Golden Gate
estates area. In order to control the location and spacing of new conditional uses, one of the
following four sets of criteria shall be met:
a) Essential Services Conditional Use Provisions: …
b) Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Blvd. Special Provisions: …
c) Neighborhood Center Transitional Conditional Uses Provisions: …
d) Transitional Conditional uses: …
Recommended Policies:
• Protect the low-density character of the Estates by resisting private petitions to change the
GGAMP existing residential land use designations in the GGAMP, other than the limited
locations described below.
• Allow applications for rezoning to upsize existing Neighborhood Centers to accommodate
ingress and egress, parking, buffering, water management, well, septic or package plant
siting, future right-of way expansion or additional open space not to exceed 20 acres per
quadrant. This provision does not guarantee that upsizing will be granted, but provides an
opportunity to request commercial rezoning based on the above-stated needs.
• Allow conditional use or C-1 rezone applications for the Immokalee Rd. corridor (Oaks area).
This provision does not guarantee approval, but allows appl ication without amendment to
the GMP (5 parcels affected).
• Add an additional locational criterion for conditional uses to include major roadway
intersections, defined as the intersection of a 4-lane roadway (or greater) with a 4-lane
roadway (or greater), as identified in the Long-Range Transportation Plan.
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• Adjust the Golden Gate Parkway Special Provisions to allow conditional use applications for
properties at the intersection of Golden Gate Pkwy. and Santa Barbara Blvd.
• Adjust the Collier Blvd. Special Provisions to allow the same locational criteria as currently
allowed at other locations in Golden Gate Estates.
• Allow conditional use applications at any location (of at least 2.25 acres) in Golden Gate
Estates for the erection of communication towers, without need to amend the GGAMP.
• Develop architectural standards in the Land Development Code that apply to commercial,
conditional and public facility uses in the rural Estates to create coherence and area identity
that reflect the rural character of the area.
• Seek public acquisition of appropriate parcels, with conditional use approval, for “park and
ride” uses, to serve private carpooling, public transit and emergency prevention and
response program activities.
• In its review and adoption of GMP amendments to the RFMUD and the RLSA, the County
should reflect the need for appropriate buffers and setbacks from adjoining Golden Gate
Estates properties, with specific development standards in the LDC.
• Where GMP Amendments or Rezoning actions require written notice to homeowners within
a given distance of the subject parcel, notice requirements shall also be extended the length
of any dead-end street or avenue where a direct transportation or aesthetic impact can be
reasonably anticipated.
• Following the completion of the Randall Boulevard and Oilwell Road Corridor Study, the
Zoning Division shall evaluate the future land uses along Immokalee Road in the vicinity of
Randall Boulevard and Oil Well Road and make recommendations to the Board of County
Commissioners for any proposed changes to the future land use.
Transportation and Mobility
Estates residents expressed their views on several transportation-related topics. Among other
issues, peak hour conditions capture the attention of residents who face congestion on a recurring
basis. Beyond immediate concerns, the public expressed preferences for long term considerations.
These include bridge priorities, I-75 access, lime rock roads, route alternatives, greenways and
pathways, road design and park and ride facilities.
Many transportation projects are expressed in existing Plan language. Augmentation of these
provisions are suggested to convey preference and direction for future consideration. At the heart
of the transportation discussion is the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), adopted in 2015 by
the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Of note , as shown on Figure 22, within the
road network are planned improvements to Wilson Blvd. North and South, as well as the extension
of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. to 8th Ave, NE.
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The Collier MPO is
a federally
mandated and
federally funded
transportation
policy-making
organization and is
made up of
representatives of
local governing
bodies. The MPO
has the authority to
plan, prioritize, and
select
transportation
projects for federal
funding
appropriated by
the US Congress
through the US
Department of
Transportation,
Federal Highway
Administration and
Federal Transit
Administration.
In addition to
Estates residents,
Collier County
citizens, taxpayers
and visitors are also
stakeholders in the transportation and mobility concepts involving Golden Gate Estates. The synergy
expected between the surrounding Rural Fringe Mixed-Use District and Rural Land Stewardship Area
village and town development with the largely resident ial Estates area is a prime example. Retail,
service and job opportunities in and around future towns and villages will result in shorter trip
lengths for current and future Estates residents, when compared with trip lengths today. In addition
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to shorter trip lengths, north-south and reverse direction trips, particularly at peak hours, will be a
positive factor in road infrastructure demand and resulting levels of service.
This synergy was also
highlighted in
recommendations in
the County’s Master
Mobility Plan (MMP),
accepted by the
Board in 2012.
Recommendation #3
in the MMP calls for
incentivized goods,
services and jobs in
Neighborhood
Centers, the RFMUD
Villages and the
Orangetree
Settlement area to
reduce the vehicle
miles travelled by
estates residents.
Mobility related to
the Estates is also
addressed by
Recommendation #9,
enhanced localized
connectivity through
bridges and other
connectors, and by
Recommendation
#13, development of
park and ride lots.
These concepts are further discussed below.
As noted on the 2040 LRTP cost feasible plan, the MPO has designated additional study areas in and
around the Estates. The Randall Rd./Oil Well Rd. study is currently underway. The North Belle Meade
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study area is not yet funded. Staff recommends funding f or route alternatives study of the North
Belle Meade east/west corridors in order to accommodate area planning efforts in the North Belle
Meade Receiving area and to provide linkage for Estates residents travelling to south Collier County
and the urban area. Funding will need to be identified for alignment, design and ROW acquisition.
Bridge Connectivity within Golden Gate Estates
Existing GGAMP objectives stress the importance of increasing linkages within the local road system
to reduce traffic on
arterial roadways,
shorten trips and increase
overall road capacity. In
addition, coordination
with emergency services
officials is mandated for
County staff and MPO.
In August 2008, the
Collier County
Transportation Services
Division produced the
East of 951 Horizon Study
for Bridges. The study
included stakeholder
input from Emergency
service providers,
environmental groups
and other County
Divisions. The study
considered emergency
service response times,
evacuation needs, public
service efficiencies,
general mobility
improvements and public
sentiment. Design and cost considerations were components of the study, but costs have increased
significantly since that study was completed.
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The outcome of the study prioritized eleven bridge construction projects in eastern Golden Gate
Estates. Subsequently, three (3) bridges have been programmed :
• 8th St. NE at Cypress canal (fully funded)
• 16th St. NE at Cypress Canal (partially funded)
• 47th Ave NE at Golden Gate Canal (partially funded)
Staff is currently seeking full funding via gas tax revenue funding for the 16th St. NE and 47th Ave. NE
bridges. Each bridge costs approximately $8m to $9m (2016 figures) to construct.
During public outreach, the GGEACA urgently requested consideration for a fourth high pr iority
bridge, located at 10th Ave. SE at the Faka Union canal. This request was based on public safety
concerns, in the contexts of emergency response and emergency evacuation. The recommendation
was endorsed by North Collier Fire and Rescue. For this rea son, the initial recommendation below
calls for an update to the bridge study within the next 2 years. As of this writing, County staff has
begun planning for the public outreach associated with the updated study.
A provision currently in the GGAMP specifically calls for the construction of a north-south bridge on
23d St., SW, as one of three alternatives to address emergency evacuation. As emergency services
and evacuation concepts will be foremost in the bridge evaluation and update, this provision is
recommended for removal from the GGAMP.
Concerns were raised about the cost components of sidewalks and bike lanes on and leading to all
bridges, both with respect to right-of-way acquisition and construction. Therefore, the updated
study should include prioritization, design alternatives and cost components. The requirement for
sidewalks and bike lanes leading to new bridges should be reviewed in the context of the individual
bridge location.
Eight of the initial eleven bridges are depicted on Figure 24. Additional locations will be studied as
part of the Bridge Study Update.
I-75 Interchange
The GGAMP currently calls for coordination between the County and FDOT to implement a study of
a potential interchange “in the vicinity of I-75 and Everglades Blvd.” In 2012, the County petitioned
FDOT to consider an interchange through the submission of an Interchange Justification report (IJR).
At that time, FDOT concluded that it could not recommend forwarding the IJR to the federal Highway
Administration. Subsequently, the Board approved a course of action that would request emergency
access to I-75 (now approved), consider an updated IJR between 2020 and 2025, and to “continue
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to work with FDOT, other permitting agencies and NGOs to complete an environmental impact
assessment and mitigation plan”. By the use of the term “in the vicinity of I-75 and Everglades Blvd.,
staff understands this as allowing alternative locations within Sections 31 through 34, T49 S, R28 E,
and proposes this specificity for the GGAMP.
Accordingly, the current GGAMP language should be updated to include the IJR submission in
coordination with the MPO and its LRTP, and continuation of environmental assessments in
coordination with all stakeholders, if feasible from a cost/benefit standpoint. It should be noted that
emergency (limited) access to I-75 was granted subsequent to the 2012 IJR submission.
In addition to I-75 access, concerns were raised by residents and by the GGEACA regarding traffic
conditions on Everglades Blvd. The residents and association would like to protect against the
possibility of expanding Everglades Blvd. beyond 4 lanes. For this reason, a recommendation appears
below to limit expansion of Everglades Blvd. to no more than 4 lanes, as shown on the 2040 LRTP
Needs Assessment.
At a GGEACA meeting in November 2017, it was suggested that the 4-lane design maximum apply
to all future roads to and through Golden Gate Estates. That idea does not appear as a
recommendation because its more appropriate path for consideration is through the Collier County
MPO.
Lime Rock Roads
The GGAMP calls upon the Transportation Department to explore alternative financing methods to
accelerate paving of lime rock roads in the Estates. As of 2016, there were 29 miles of unpaved roads
remaining in the Estates. At the current rate of nearly 3 miles per year, all lime rock roads would be
paved in approximately 10 years.
Residents have commented that an acceleration of paving may be more cost -efficient. Lime rock
roads require maintenance costs that may be somewhat higher than paved roads. Additionally, the
added ad valorem revenue potential from home values that appreciate due to improved road access
may also influence the cost/benefit assessment. Staff recommends that the County update the study
the relative costs and benefits of paving lime rock roads on an accelerated basis, and provide the
study result to the Board with 2 years of adoption.
More recently, the BCC embarked on a budgeting schedule that would provide sufficient funds over
a three-year period to complete the paving of lime rock roads. Accordingly, the recommendations
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include an alternative recommendation that the County will budget for the completion of paving in
fiscal years 2018 through 2020.
Greenways
The GGAMP calls for a public network of greenway corridors that connect public lands and
permanently protected green space, emphasizing use by non-motorized vehicles and using the
existing or future public rights-of-way. The Collier MPO 2012 “Comprehensive Pathways Plan”
provides the vision for a Greenways and Trails Program as a separate network from the overall
Pathways Program. It notes that the provision of off -road facilities addresses safety and comfort
concerns of pedestrians and bicyclists. This would allow a more focused approach to greenways and
the identified entity to secure funding and expertise.
As noted in the public outreach surveys, a majority of citizens favor the retention of this concept to
create a greenways program. The GGAMP policy should be updated, however, to encourage
coordination between the County Parks and Recreation Division and the MPO to identify areas of
responsibility in planning, funding and implementation of a greenway plan.
Road Design
Eastern Estates residents commented on various aspects of road design for both new and expanded
roadways. As communicated through the GGEACA, preferences include a rural road design without
curbs and gutters, Florida Friendly (depressed) medians to the extent landscaping would be
employed, and a preference for eminent domain on one side of an existing local street rather than
partial takings on both sides. While these preferences are noted here, the MPO and the County
Transportation Division design with specific site requirements that vary from one location to
another. Moreover, these elements are best suited for review and public comment under the
statutory public vetting requirements of those agencies. As such, the GGAMP should remain silent
on these design preferences.
Park and Ride Lots
See Land Use/Non-residential Uses.
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GOAL 6:
To provide for a safe and efficient county and local roadway network, while at the same time seeking
to preserve the rural character of golden gate estates in future transportation improvements within
the golden gate area.
OBJECTIVE 6.1:
Increase the number of route alternatives for traffic moving through the Golden Gate Area in both
east-west and north-south directions, consistent with neighborhood traffic safety considerations,
and consistent with the preservation of the area’s rural character.
Policy 6.1.1:
In planning to increase the number of route alternatives through the Estates Area, the Collier County
Transportation Division will prioritize the following routes over other alternatives:
a. The extension of Vanderbilt Beach Road from its current terminus to DeSoto Boulevard.
b. The development of a north-south connection from the eastern terminus of White Boulevard
to Golden Gate Boulevard.
c. The development of a new east-west roadway crossing the Estates Area south of Golden Gate
Boulevard.
Policy 6.1.2:
Collier County shall continue to coordinate with the Florida Department of Transportation to
implement a study of a potential interchange in the vicinity of I-75 and Everglades Boulevard.
OBJECTIVE 6.2:
Increase linkages within the local road system for the purposes of limiting traffic on arterials and
major collectors within Golden Gate Estates, shortening vehicular trips, and increasing overall road
system capacity.
Policy 6.2.1:
The County shall continue to explore alternative financing methods to facilitate both east- west and
north-south bridging of canals within Golden Gate Estates.
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Planning and right-of-way acquisition for bridges within the Estates Area local road system shall make
adequate provision for sidewalks and bike lanes.
Policy 6.2.3:
Sidewalks and bike lanes shall provide access to government facilities, schools, commercial areas and
the planned County greenway network.
OBJECTIVE 6.3:
Coordinate with local emergency services officials in planning and constructing road improvements
within Golden Gate Estates and Golden Gate City to ensure that the access needs of fire department,
police and emergency management personnel and vehicles are met.
Policy 6.3.1:
The Collier County Transportation Planning Section shall hold at least one annual public meeting with
Golden Gate Area emergency services providers and the local civic association in order to ensure
that emergency needs are addressed during the acquisition of right-of-way for design and
construction of road improvements.
Policy 6.3.2:
The Collier County Transportation Division shall continue to coordinate with Golden Gate Area
emergency services providers to prioritize necessary road improvements related to emergency
evacuation needs.
GOAL 7:
To protect the lives and property of the residents of the greater Golden Gate area, as well as the
health of the natural environment, through the provision of emergency services that prepare for,
mitigate, and respond to, natural and manmade disasters.
OBJECTIVE 7.2:
Ensure that the needs of all applicable emergency ser vices providers are included and coordinated
in the overall public project design for capital improvement projects within the Golden Gate Area.
Policy 7.2.1:
Preparation of Collier County’s annual Schedule of Capital Improvements for projects within the
Golden Gate Area shall be coordinated with planners, or the agents or representatives with planning
responsibilities, from the Fire Districts, public and private utilities, Emergency Medical Services
Department and the Collier County Sheriff’s Department to ensure that public project designs are
consistent with the needs of these agencies.
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Policy 7.2.2:
Planners, or the agents or representatives with planning responsibilities, from the Golden Gate Fire
Control and Rescue District, Collier County Emergency Medical Services Department and the Collier
County Sheriff’s Department will receive copies of pre-construction plans for capital improvement
projects in the Golden Gate Area and will be invited to review and comment on plans for the public
projects.
OBJECTIVE 7.3:
Develop strategies through the County Growth Management Division – Planning and Regulation for
the enhancement of roadway interconnection within Golden Gate City and the Estates Area,
including interim measures to assure interconnection.
Policy 7.3.1:
The Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services, the Collier County Transportation Division, Golden
Gate Fire Control and Rescue District, and other appropriate Federal, State or local agencies, shall
begin establishing one or more of the following routes for emergency evacuation purposes:
a. An I-75 Interchange in the vicinity of Everglades Boulevard.
b. Improved emergency access from Everglades Boulevard to I-75.
c. Construction of a north-south bridge on 23rd Street, SW, between White Boulevard and Golden
Gate Boulevard.
Policy 7.3.2:
All new residential structures shall comply with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association,
Incorporated) 299 Standard for Protection of Life and Property from Wildfire, 1997 Edition, as
adopted by reference in the Florida Fire Code or the most recent edition.
Policy 7.3.3:
Modified portions of existing structures shall meet NFPA Standards through the adoption of
appropriate regulations in the County Building Codes.
Policy 7.3.4:
County-owned property within Golden Gate Estates shall be subject to an active, on-going
management plan to reduce the damage caused by wildfires originating from County-owned
properties.
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• The County Transportation Planning Section shall provide an update to the 2008 East of CR
951 Bridge Study with recommendations based on emergency response, evacuation times,
cost components and other considerations to the Board within 2 years of adoption of this
policy.
• Everglades Blvd. between Golden Gate Blvd. and I-75 shall not be expanded beyond 4 lanes.
• The County shall coordinate with FDOT and the MPO’s 2045 LRTP to submit a revised
Interchange Justification Report for an interchange at I -75 in the vicinity of Everglades Blvd
(T 49, R 28, S 31-34).
• The County will update and report on the timing of the paving of lime rock roads, including
a cost/benefit analysis for accelerated programming, within 2 years of adoption of this policy;
Alt.: The County will budget the full completion of the paving of lime rock roads in fiscal years
2018 through 2020.
• Planning, funding and implementation of potential greenway trails shall be coordinate d
under the MPO’s Comprehensive Pathways Plan in coordination with the County’s Parks and
Recreation Division.
• Seek public acquisition of appropriate parcels, with conditional use approval, for “park and
ride” uses, to serve private carpooling, public transit and emergency prevention and
response program activities.
• Encourage the MPO’s identification of funding sources for design and ROW acquisition of an
east-west arterial roadway into North Belle Meade to facilitate land use planning in that area.
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Watershed and Related Water Resource Topics
In 2011, the Board accepted the Collier County Watershed Management Plan (WMP), which was
developed over several years by staff and consultants. The WMP covered the major basins within
Collier County, including the Golden Gate/Naples Bay Watershed. The underlying study included an
evaluation of the surface
water and groundwater,
wetlands and related
environmental resources,
and the performance of the
current water management
facilities in providing the
desired levels of services for
flood control, water supply,
water quality and
environmental protection.
It recommended initiatives
that would serve as a guide
for staff in developing
policies, programs,
ordinances and regulations
for further consideration by
the Board. The major water
resource concerns
identified for the GGAMP
region include:
• Excessive fresh
water discharges
from canals into
Naples Bay
• Lack of appropriate
levels of flood
protection
• Pollutant loading
associated with
development and
land use activities
• Aquifer impacts due to reduced recharge and increased withdrawals
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Notably, among the WMP ranking of projects for ben efit to cost ratio, the Golden Gate Estates
Flowway Restoration project scored highest.
Accordingly, the North Golden Gate Estates (NGGE) Flowway Restoration Project ensued. Its
purpose was to reconnect the primary wetland flowways in the Estates area, particularly the major
wetlands of Horsepen Strand and Winchester Head for eventual restoration of the flowway
connection from NGGE to the historic Henderson Creek/Belle Meade watershed as shown on Figure
25. The Study was completed in 2013, funded in part by FDEP and SFWMD.
As a result of the Study, the historic and remnant flowway connections were identified and a plan
was recommended. As a first phase of its implementation, 42 new culverts were installed in selected
sections of NGGE and the project was completed in August 2014. The study also yielded a conceptual
design for diversion of stormwater into North Belle Meade.
In 2016, as part of an application for BP settlement “RESTORE” funds, the Collier County
Comprehensive
Watershed Improvement
Plan was developed and
accepted by the Board.
This plan, co-sponsored
by Rookery Bay National
Estuarine Research
Reserve, outlines a
rehydration effort
designed to provide
greater balance between
the Rookery Bay and
Naples Bay estuaries,
through diversion of a
portion of Golden Gate
Canal flows to the Belle
Meade area. The
RESTORE funds are
intended to aid in design
and implementation of
the project. A depiction of the area in relation to watersheds appears in Figure 26.
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In 2017, as part of the implementation of a non-structural WMP recommendation, the Board
adopted newly revised surface water maximum allowable discharge rates, now applied to
development in 16 additional County basins, including the main Golden Gate Canal Basin. The
reduced allowable discharge rates convey County-wide benefits, but it should be noted that they do
not apply to single family parcels, such as those previously platted in Golden Gate Estates.
Additionally, the Board amended stormwater standard s in 2017, directly impacting Estates lot
development. The amendment requires a stormwater plan for all lots and provides a new threshold
for engineered plans based on percentage of impervious lot coverage. This addresses site specific
issues but does not address area-wide stormwater concerns.
The aquifers beneath the Estates provide potable water supplies to residents of the Estates, and to
customers of the two major public water utilities serving City of Naples and County residents. In
meetings with Golden Gate Estates residents and with the GGEACA, a strong preference emerged
regarding conservation principles related to the protection of water resources. Ideas and support
for those ideas included wetland preservation initiatives and aquifer health. Residents and
community leaders value the relationships among components of water policy: floodplain
management (dispersion and diversion), water quantity and quality, aquifer recharge, salt water
intrusion and estuary health. The following subsections reflect ideas and comments presented by
residents and considered by County staff. Necessarily, most of these ideas will require additional
study and debate, and therefore appear as aspirational recommendations.
Lot Combinations
Most of Golden Gate Estates was platted into 5 acre tracts by Gulf American Land Corporation (GAC),
the developer of the Estates, although many larger and smaller lots were also platted . The Land
Development Code currently allows lot splits into parcels no smaller than 2.25 acres with frontage
of at least 150 feet. However, that was not always the case. Smaller lot splits were allowed in the
past: prior to Oct. 14, 1974 in the former “Coastal Area Planning District” and prior to Jan. 5, 1982
in the former “Immokalee Area Planning District”. These legal non-conforming lots (sometimes
referred to as “band-aid lots”) abound in the Estates, both in the western area, Figure 27, and in the
eastern area, Figure 28. Of the 27,250 total parcels in the Estates, 7,275 are non-conforming. Of
those, 3,397 (nearly half) are not yet developed.
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Citizens and representatives of the GGEACA suggested that these lots might be re -combined, if
possible, through an incentive-
based system. The rationale behind
recombining these smaller lots
relates to water benefits-
watershed, floodplain, aquifer and
estuary related. It has been said by
a former District 5 Commissioner,
that protection of this low-density
area translates to a “County DRGR
(density reduction, groundwater
recharge) area without cost to the
County.” It follows that further
density reduction in the Estates can
enhance these benefits. Larger lot
sizes with relatively less impervious
area generate less run-off per lot,
and contribute to surface water
attenuation, water quality benefits,
floodplain storage capacity, aquifer
recharge and less flow or “pulse” to
canals and estuaries.
Ideas to incentivize small lot
recombination have included tax
incentives, impact fee reduction
and credits for stormwater
stewardship, if a stormwater utility
is created. Not all potential
solutions will suit every situation.
For example, it would be possible to recombine vacant parcels to create a larger parcel with any of
the above suggestions. On the other hand, combining a vacant 1.14-acre parcel with another
developed lot takes impact fee credits out of the equation.
Moreover, the legal and fiscal basis for implementing incentives requires further study and Board
direction. Ad valorem tax abatement would require a referendum before County voters. Impact fee
credits may necessarily require a study to keep overall impact fees in a neutral revenue position.
The costs and benefits of all incentives need further study to determine fiscal impact and
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quantifiable benefits. For these reasons, the recommendation related to this initiative supports
further study within a defined time period to implement any incentives for recombination. Following
the study, if the Board directs
implementation, its provisions would
be contained in the Land Development
Code or Code of Ordinances.
Transfer of Development Rights (TDR)
credits in the Estates
Community Planning staff attended
numerous Comprehensive Watershed
Improvement Plan Ad Hoc Technical
Advisory Board (CWIP) meetings,
exchanging concepts related to the
existing TDR program (RFMUD) and
potential Golden Gate Estates
initiatives. One idea that gained
attention was the potential issuance of
TDR credits as part of a sale or
donation proposal for parcels within
current or future acquisition areas. The
examples of two specific wetland sites,
Red Maple Swamp and Winchester
Head within the Conservation Collier
acquisition areas were discussed and
studied. The “Gore” properties and
surrounding area could also be
considered.
The CWIP committee understood its role as a technical advisory committee, and not a policy advisory
committee. Accordingly, by motion at its March 7, 2017 meeting, CWIP recommended the concept
of using TDRs for acquisition of select wetland parcels as “consistent with CWIP goals in improving
the floodplain, surface hydrology, aquifer recharge and connectivity of the watershed”. In the
Committee’s view, a recommendation beyond consistency would have exceeded their scope.
In the meantime, the Board considered the idea of external (outside of RFMUD Sending lands)
sources of TDR credits at its RFMUD Workshops in January, May and June of 2017. Staff had
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recommended a modest allowance of TDR credits as part of an acquisition program in Golden Gate
Estates, if the number of credits would have a nominal effect on overall TDR supp ly and price. Staff
also noted that implementation could be difficult within the same RFMUD currency or domain,
because property values are much different in the Estates as compared to RFMUD Sending Lands.
The Board did not reach any consensus on this issu e, but held it open for later discussion.
Given the complexity of the evaluation and completion of the RFMUD Restudy, staff is now of the
opinion that acquisition of Estates lots for stormwater benefits using RFMUD TDR credits should not
be pursued. As stated by some RFMUD stakeholders, a closed system, at least on the supply side,
should be more predictable while avoiding the dilution of currency to Sending Land owners.
One alternative is the further study of a second credit system, (Transfer of Developm ent Units or
TDUs), which could direct Estates density values to urban development. This could be considered in
the context of County (or other agency) ownership of quality wetland or high habitat value locations.
The related recommendation, below, suggests an evaluation in a timeframe directed by the Board.
Dispersed Water Management
The Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association has also been in favor of the concept of dispersed
water management (DWM) as a means of attenuating stormwater to the benefit of residents. The
typical Estate lot is 660 feet deep, encouraging the owner to construct a home and accompanying
impervious areas (driveways, parking, etc.) close to the roadway. This leads to stormwater run -off
to roadside swales with eventual conveyance to the nearest primary or secondary canals.
Several recent studies (including the Watershed Management Plan (2011), have indicated that the
present system of conveyance and treatment of stormwater run -off in the Estates is deficient in
providing the desired levels of service for flood protection, water quality improvement, groundwater
recharge, fire protection and restoration of historic flowways. Protection of water resources in this
area is critical to the health of the public water supply, including wellfields for Collier County and the
City of Naples.
The road and drainage infrastructures have virtually eliminated some of the historic wetland
flowways, leading to exotic infestation, draw-down of the water table and severity of wildfires. As
the extent of impervious area continues to grow, the antiquated canals and swales cannot fully
accommodate runoff, leading to frequent nuisance flooding. Major structural modifications to the
current conveyance system does not appear feasible, either environmentall y, economically, or
socially (if private property rights are encroached).
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DWM is a means to reduce the full impact of single family development on water resources and
management. To the extent that homeowners can attenuate stormwater runoff in quantity and
quality before it reaches swales and canals, the better County water goal s may be achieved. To be
sure, DWM is not a “one size fits all” solution. Parcels with very little wetlands on or nearby may be
able to detain some water toward the back of the lot, so long as detention is very temporary, its
elevation is sufficiently above the wet season water table and does not interfere with the proper
functioning of septic systems. Properties with high percentages of wetland areas might require an
engineered solution and/or an incentive-based approach to convey drainage easements to the
County at relevant locations.
The best proposal for DWM on single family Estates lots will be simple to understand and apply.
Consideration should be given to regulatory approaches (required detention or limited fill quantity)
and incentive-based approaches and whether to apply various rules to developed and undeveloped
properties. Among other ideas, abatement of stormwater utility billing can be considered. Study and
public input on a regulatory approach for new home construction should be included. The Restudy
recommends a formal study of solutions that will be equitable, reasonable in cost, and
understandable to land owners. The study feasibility should commence as funding becomes
available.
At its meeting on November 8, 2017, the Floodplain Management Advisory Committee found, by
motion, that DWM would be an important feasibility study for application to the Estates.
Potential of the C-1 Canal and other Golden Gate Canal Relievers
The GGEACA spoke in favor of further improvements to the connector C-1 canal. The C-1 connector
provides a 1.7 mile east-west link from the Golden Gate Main Canal to the Miller Canal. Due in part
to numerous crossings that have constrained its effectiveness, the C-1 has historically played a minor
role, serving as an equalizer depending on the head differential between the Golden Gate and Miller
Canals.
In view of its strategic location, improvements to the canal’s capacity could add operational
flexibility and allow Golden Gate Main outflows to be moved south by the Miller Canal. In addition,
this initiative would also require design and placement of an in-line gated structure to control flow
exchanges, and ensure that desired flow directions are achieved.
The concept of Aquifer Storage and Recovery systems was also encouraged by the GGEACA to divert
wet season flows from the Golden Gate Canal. This is another capital-intensive initiative, and the
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County should continue to study costs, feasibility and possible implementation as a lon g-term
beneficial initiative.
Finally, flood control can be more
easily measured, predicted and
accommodated by coordinating
with the South Florida Water
Management District to review
their Level of Service Standards
for primary water management
canals within the County.
Educational Components
Many of the concepts noted
above or measures currently in
place should be augmented by
public education efforts where
possible. Residents, potential buyers and builders of single family homes in the Estates would be
well served by a better understanding of water-related issues and programs, and how these serve
their self-interests. Wetland maintenance, aquifer recharge, floodplain protection and Firewise
concepts should be stressed. As an example, builders and land owners should become aware of the
benefits of adding “freeboard” to building plans, which will provide even greater flood prevention
beyond current base flood elevations (BFE) standards, as well as providing National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP) discounts in premium.
Other Watershed Management Plan Initiatives
The structural (S) and non-structural (NS) projects listed in the table below were derived during the
development of the County’s Watershed Management Plan, and have particular relevance to
Golden Gate Estates. These projects have the potential to benefit the Golden Gate Estates
community by addressing flood control, water supply, water quality, and environmental protection
and restoration.
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Table 1: Selected Structural (S) and Non-structural (NS) Water management Improvements in
GGAMP Recommended by WMP
Project Name Watershed Project Description Comments/Status
(S) North Golden Gate
Estates Flowway
Restoration Project
(Winchester Head and
Horsepen Strand)
Golden Gate Canal,
Naples Bay and
Henderson Creek – Belle
Meade
Reestablish habitat and
hydrologic connectivity
along two wetland strands
for eventual restoration of
the historic flowway to the
Rookery Bay Watershed
* Two feasibility and
modeling studies have
been completed; and, a
network of 42 culverts was
installed in project’s first
phase.
*Funding and evaluation
of other project segments
are needed
(NS) North Golden Gate
Estates Land
Acquisition for
Winchester Head
Wetlands Preservation
Golden Gate Canal,
Naples Bay & Faka Union
Canal
Multi-parcel (60 )
acquisition within the
Winchester Head area
*Land donations are
accepted through the
offsite preservation
provision of the LDC
*Funding for acquisition
and/or additional land
donations is needed
(S) Corkscrew Regional
Ecosystem
Watershed/East Bird
Rookery Swamp
Hydrologic Restoration
Enhancement
Golden Gate Canal &
Cocohatchee
Hydrologic restoration by
berm removal, vegetation
control, ditch blocks and
flowway redirection
*Project scope has been
defined
*Funding is needed
(S) Northern GGE, Unit
53 Acquisition and
Restoration
Golden Gate Canal &
Cocohatchee
Wetland restoration in the
area of Shady Hollow Rd.
Ext.and 38th Ave. N.W. Ext.
by berm removal and exotic
vegetation control
*Project scope has been
defined
*Funding for land
acquisition and restoration
is needed
(S) Golden Gate Canal
Water Quality
Improvements
Golden Gate Canal &
Naples Bay
Six Tracts conveyed by GAC
to Collier County totaling 33
acres, with 3,646 ft. of
frontage along the GG canal
system, to be used for
isolated water quality
treatment
*Funding for feasibility
study needed
(NS) Stormwater
Retrofit Project
All Watersheds Restoration and protection
of existing natural systems
by establishing retrofit
programs to address
existing developments,
public facilities and other
areas that lack treatment
*Retrofit options such as
sewer inlet protection,
debris collectors, and bio-
swales have been
identified by staff
*Pond inventory and SOPs
established for county
owned facilities
*County staff, in
cooperation with the
Water Symposium, to
monitor county
stormwater ponds and
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establish Best
Management Practices.
*Ongoing efforts to
establish new programs to
meet project objectives
Project Name Watershed Project Description Comments/Status
(NS) Water Quality
Monitoring Program
All Watersheds Define water quality
conditions in estuaries and
along canal networks to
achieve greater distribution
in the groundwater
monitoring network
*Ongoing program that is
periodically reevaluated
and adaptively managed
by the County’s Pollution
Control staff. (Specific
recommendations for
monitoring completed in
2014)
(NS) Verification of No
Floodplain Impact
All Watersheds Implement requirement for
development to verify no
impact upstream and
downstream for the 100
yr./72-hr. design storm
event
*Modeling was used to
evaluate future
development alternatives
on DFIRM base flood
elevations (BFE) in GGE.
The analysis of future
build-out shows an
increase of BFEs in the
range of 0.25 – 0.5 feet
assuming current
development practices (fill
placement for SF homes).
This is well below the NFIP
threshold of 1 ft. increase.
*Consider implementation
(NS) Flood Protection
Levels of Service
All Watersheds Propose a standard 25-yr
design storm for drainage
on arterial roads and 10-yr.
design storm for collector
and neighborhood roads to
increase flood protection
levels of service
* SFWMD is modeling the
primary canal system
*County to follow with
modeling of the secondary
system
*Staff to continue to refine
concept for inclusion
within the planning
process for the CIP
(NS) Low Impact
Development (LID)
Program
All Watersheds Implementation of a LID
program that would apply
to all new development
countywide
*The Pollution Control
Section is developing a LID
manual to be used as a
technical working
document by the
community
At its November 8, 2017 meeting, the Floodplain Advisory Committee approved a motion in support
of the Watershed Plan Initiatives as important to include within the GGAMP. Related to that, the
GGEACA stressed the importance of hydrologic connections by suggesting that future acquisitions
by Conservation Collier should prioritize hydrological benefits above other review criteria. The
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recommendations include language in support of these concepts, and staff believes that the
Conservation Collier recommendation should be fully vetted during the public hearing process.
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP
OBJECTIVE 1.3:
Protect and preserve the valuable natural resources within the Golden Gate area.
Policy 1.3.0.1:
The County shall protect and preserve natural resources within the Golden Gate area in accordance
with the Objectives and Policies contained within Goals 6 and 7 of the Collier County Conservation
and Coastal Management Element.
Policy 1.3.1:
The Collier County Environmental Services Department shall coordinate its planning and permitting
activities within the Golden Gate Area with all other applicable environmental plannin g, permitting
and regulatory agencies to ensure that all Federal, State and local natural resource protection
regulations are being enforced.
Policy 5.3.2:
The Land Development Code shall continue to allow and further encourage the preservation of
native vegetation and wildlife indigenous to the Estates Area.
Policy 7.1.4:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and the Collier County Bureau of Emergency
Services shall hold one or more annual “open house” presentations in the Golden Gate Area
emphasizing issues related to wildfires, flooding, emergency access and general emergency
management.
Generally:
Conservation and Coastal Management Element
Capital Improvement Element
Stormwater Management Sub-element
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Recommended Policies
• The County will continue to pursue the Watershed Management Plan initiatives as financial
and staff resources become available.
• The County will periodically coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District
to review the Level of Service Standards for primary water management canals within the
County.
• The County will encourage the combination of parcels less than 2.25 acres in size with
adjacent parcels, to preserve the low-density advantages within Golden Gate Estates. Within
2 years, GMD staff will recommend to the Board potential incentives to apply to developed
and undeveloped lots.
• The County will evaluate the potential for a second transfer of development units/rights
program (TDU) to transfer density from Estates lots to the urban area, and will consider
transfer of ownership options, in a timeframe directed by the Board.
• The County will commence a formal study on the feasibility of dispersed water management
(DWM) for single-family Estates lots, and determine whether a DWM initiative should be
voluntary or mandatory and the extent to which the program should apply to developed and
undeveloped properties.
• The County will continue to identify and implement educational opportunities related to
water resources for use by parcel owners, home owners, bu ilders, real estate professionals
and the public to aid in understanding and addressing the owner’s financial and personal
interests as well as area-wide impacts.
• Acquisitions of parcels in Golden Gate Estates by Conservation Collier shall be consistent with
Watershed Management Plan objectives, and shall prioritize hydrologic benefits above other
review criteria.
Wildfire Preparedness
According to the Florida Forestry Service, Fire has always been a natural occurrence in South Florida.
Sparked by lightning, wildfires cleared old brush and other fuels within forested areas. Biologists
know the value of these periodic burns, as habitat and other natural values become refreshed.
However, as population has moved further into the “wildlands” and development ha s dried the
landscape, wildfires emerge as a very serious threat to people and property. Golden Gate Estates is
situated within this urban/wildland interface.
Community leaders have been aware of this threat for many years. The “Firewise” standards created
for development in the Rural Fringe have been a part of the Land Development Code for well over
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10 years. Policy provisions within the GGAMP are numerous, and have been part of the Master Plan
for many years (see existing provisions, below).
Concurrent with the GGAMP Restudy, the Board directed the Bureau of Emergency Services (BES)
to provide an overview and recommendations related to wildfire risks, responsibilities and funding.
In early 2017, current mitigation practices were outlined with recommendations for improvement.
It was noted that brush fire calls per year have reached an average of 130.
Springtime, 2017 came with hundreds of wildfires across the state, following a severe “dry season”
that resulted in
area-wide and
state-wide drought.
Collier County was
particularly hard
hit. A March
wildfire burned
over 7,000 acres in
Picayune Strand
State Forest. In
April, the “3d
Avenue Fire”,
stoked by high
winds, tore across
the North Belle
Meade area and
narrowly missed more developed portions of Golden Gate Estates. Thousands of acres burned,
thousands were evacuated, and seven homes were lost.
At the Board’s direction, a multi-agency technical working group was formed under the existing
structure of the Emergency Management Advisory Group. This working group was tasked with
making recommendations to the Board by September, 2017, to address priorities for bolstering the
County’s defenses against wildfires. It was noted that educational programs continue to provide
excellent resources for self-help in mitigating individual property risks. Likewise, the Florida Forestry
Service and the Independent Fire Districts, supported by mutual aid, were roundly applauded and
appreciated for the excellent work performed in response to these events.
While this working group has not reported its findings at time of this writing, funding issues in
support of landscape scale mitigation activities will be at the center of attention. Funding for fire
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break creation and maintenance and for prescribed burn activities needs augmentation. Several
alternatives have been suggested to supply the Forest Service and Independent Districts with the
tools and resources for a higher level of safety, including a Golden gate “fire utility fee” through an
MSTU and general revenue funding.
Also under review will be Land Development Code standards and Collier County Water Sewer District
raw water access issues. Improvements to LDC language or permitting procedures are under review.
A number of strategically located raw water wells have already been retrofitted for Fire Department
use.
As stated by Mr. Dan Summers, Division Director, BES, a community-wide effort to improve wildfire
mitigation “is a marathon, not a sprint”. In other words, this is a hazard that must stay on the
County’s radar for continual opportunities to enhance and support wildfire mitigation for many
years to come. Continual opportunities should consider:
• Effective and fair funding options
• Resource readiness
• Clear legal and procedural boundaries
• Notifications and alerts
• Mutual aid agreements and Interlocal Agreements
• Educational components
• Land planning opportunities
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related Existing Provisions in the GGAMP:
GOAL 7:
To protect the lives and property of the residents of the greater golden gate area, as well as the
health of the natural environment, through the provision of emergency services that prepare for,
mitigate, and respond to, natural and manmade disasters.
OBJECTIVE 7.1:
Maintain and implement public information programs through the Collier County Bureau of
Emergency Services, Collier County Sheriff’s Department, Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue
District, and other appropriate agencies, to inform residents and visitors of the Greater Golden Gate
Area regarding the means to prevent, prepare for, and cope with, disaster situations.
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Policy 7.1.1:
The County, fire districts that serve the Golden Gate area, and other appropriate agencies, shall
embark on an education program to assist residents in knowing and understanding the value and
need for prescribed burning on public lands in high risk fire areas.
Policy 7.1.2:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services
shall actively promote the Firewise Communities Program through public education in Golden Gate
Estates.
Policy 7.1.3:
The Collier County Land Development Services Department of the Growth Management Division
shall evaluate the Land Development Code for Golden Gate Estates and shall eliminate any
requirements that are found to be inconsistent with acceptable fire prevention standards. This
evaluation process shall be coordinated with the Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and
the Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services.
Policy 7.1.4:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and the Collier County Bureau of Emergency
Services shall hold one or more annual “open house” presentations in the Golden Gate Area
emphasizing issues related to wildfires, flooding, emergency access and general emergency
management.
OBJECTIVE 7.2:
Ensure that the needs of all applicable emergency services providers are included and coordinated
in the overall public project design for capital improvement projects within the Golden Gate Area.
Policy 7.2.1:
Preparation of Collier County’s annual Schedule of Capital Improvements for projects within the
Golden Gate Area shall be coordinated with planners, or the agents or representatives with planning
responsibilities, from the Fire Districts, public and private utilities, Emergency Medical Services
Department and the Collier County Sheriff’s Department to ensure that public project designs are
consistent with the needs of these agencies.
Policy 7.2.2:
Planners, or the agents or representatives with planning responsibilities, from the Golden Gate Fire
Control and Rescue District, Collier County Emergency Medical Services Department and the Collier
County Sheriff’s Department will receive copies of pre-construction plans for capital improvement
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projects in the Golden Gate Area and will be invited to review and comment on plans for the public
projects.
OBJECTIVE 7.3:
Develop strategies through the County Growth Management Division – Planning and Regulation for
the enhancement of roadway interconnection within Golden Gate City and the Estates Area,
including interim measures to assure interconnection.
Policy 7.3.1:
The Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services, the Collier County Transportation Division, Golden
Gate Fire Control and Rescue District, and other appropriate Federal, State or local agencies, shall
begin establishing one or more of the following routes for emergency evacuation purposes:
d. An I-75 Interchange in the vicinity of Everglades Boulevard.
e. Improved emergency access from Everglades Boulevard to I-75.
f. Construction of a north-south bridge on 23rd Street, SW, between White Boulevard and Golden
Gate Boulevard.
Policy 7.3.2:
All new residential structures shall comply with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association,
Incorporated) 299 Standard for Protection of Life and Property from Wildfire, 1997 Edition, as
adopted by reference in the Florida Fire Code or the most recent edition.
Policy 7.3.3:
Modified portions of existing structures shall meet NFPA Standards through the adoption of
appropriate regulations in the County Building Codes.
Policy 7.3.4:
County-owned property within Golden Gate Estates shall be subject to an active, on -going
management plan to reduce the damage caused by wildfires originating from County-owned
properties.
Recommended Policies:
• The County shall explore options for funding of wildfire prevention measures, including
funding support for the Florida Forestry Service and Independent Fire Districts, including but
not limited to a Golden Gate Estates MSTU and general fund revenue.
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• The County will review and update as necessary all interlocal agreements and mutual aid
agreements to assure coordination of legal, procedural and educational components of
Wildfire prevention.
• Update references to Independent Fire Districts.
Lighting Standards
A recent policy guide created at the request of the Board, entitled “Collier County Lighting
Standards”, describes the importance of proper lighting for the health and welfare of County
residents: “Well coordinated and designed lighting systems are an effective way to enhance the
feeling of security and comfort throughout the County.” This policy guide became effective in 2017,
and is intended to be updated periodically as standards and conditions change. It applies to County
facilities such as roads, parks, public facilities and utility sites and will be incorporated into new and
retrofitted lighting at all such locations. Consistency, economy and best management practices
(BMP’s) are underscored.
This policy guide mirrors a longstanding desire of Golden Gate Estates residents to protect their rural
environment from light pollution. It is important to Estates residents for environmental reasons-
both natural and human environments. Safety, aesthetics and the natural environment are fostered
by best management practices lighting standards.
Currently, the GGAMP provides specific guidance for street, parking and recreational lighting
including appropriate fixture types such as “low pressure sodium” lamps. Appropriate shielding is
also called out. These standards are well intentioned but in some cases limiting in that lighting
technology changes more frequently than the Master Plan.
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The desire for “dark sky” lighting standards in the Estates was strong- 90% of the public polled
supported “dark sky” lighting standards. The public was not polled as to a voluntary or a regulatory
approach.
Given the County’s leadership role in researching and updating standards for its own facilities, this
research can greatly benefit the Estates residents, both directly as public spaces are improved, and
as a template for broader application moving forward. As the County transitions its lighting at new
and renovated locations, more feedback and best practices can be discovered. In addition, a study
of commercial lighting county-wide is planned.
Given these advances, the recommended lighting policies for the Master Plan should reflect a
flexible and updated approach. Broad language may be most suitable. More specific provisions will
be incorporated into the LDC or referenced therein.
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related Existing provisions in the GGAMP:
Objective 5.1:
Provide for new commercial development within Neighborhood Centers.
Policy 5.1.1:
Consistent with public safety requirements, street, recreational and structure lighting within Golden
Gate Estates shall be placed, constructed and maintained in such a manner as to prevent or reduce
light pollution. In implementing this Policy, the County shall apply the following standards:
a. If a streetlight or an area light is required, it shall be of the type specified to protect
neighboring properties from direct glare. Area lighting shall be shielded such that direct
rays do not pass property lines. Low-pressure sodium lamps are encouraged while
halogen type lamps are discouraged.
1. Where required, the street lamp shall be of the high pressure sodium type and have
a “cobra head with flat bottom” style or be fully shielded so that light is directed only
downward. Street lamps shall be mounted on a wood pole at a height and wattage
recommended by the appropriate electric utility and as appropriate for a rural area.
2. Parking lot lamps shall be low-pressure sodium type lamps and shall be mounted so
that they point downward without direct rays extending past the parking lot, building
entrance, walkway or other area intended to be illuminated.
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b. Where lighting of recreational areas is required, such lighting shall be mounted so as to
focus illumination on the areas intended to be illuminated, and to limit th e amount of
light that extends outside of the intended area.
c. This Policy shall not apply to Tract 124 and the north 150 feet of tract 126, Unit 12, Golden
gate Estates, located in the southwest quadrant of the Wilson and Golden Gate
Boulevards Neighborhood Center.
Objective 5.3:
Provide for the protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.
Recommended Policies:
• Eliminate the specificity found in Policy 5.1.1; consider standards for the LDC.
• County owned facilities shall comply with the Collier County Lighting Standards.
• The County shall continue to coordinate with FDOT and FPL to provide guidance and reach
agreement on roadway standards and security lights.
• The County will consider lighting standards for commercial and other non -residential uses,
and may provide specific Land Development Code standards for such uses within Golden
Gate Estates consistent with its rural character and specific lighting zone classifications
within.
• The County will consider lighting standards for residential locations within Golden Gate
Estates within the Land Development Code, and determine whether such standards will be
encouraged or mandatory and the extent to which they apply to new or existing residential
development.
Septic Tank Service
Golden Gate Estates is a very low density subdivision, where maximum allowed density is 1 unit per
2.25 acres. Given the cost and in-feasibility of supplying centralized water and wastewater service,
residential development relies on well and septic systems. Centralized service was considered during
the “East of 951 Services and Infrastructure Horizon Study” (2006). However, the estimated cost per
parcel for water and wastewater ($112,000) far exceeded the benefit.
Maintenance of septic systems in the Estates requires periodic pumping and removal of septage,
among other maintenance costs. Residents expressed the concern over cost of service and legal
disposal during the public outreach meetings, suggesting that the County should provide a
processing facility within Collier County to keep costs and compliance within check. In addition, the
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transport of this material outside the County typically involves more road miles traveled compared
to in-County disposal.
In a broader initiative, Collier County has embarked on an initi ative to create a “Bio-solids
Management Facility” (BMF). The BMF would ideally result through solicitation for a build, design
and operate entity selected by the Board, providing efficient and compliant processing of bio -solids,
oils, grease, septage and similar by-products. The likely location for this facility would be the
Resource Recovery Business Park located near the landfill. The outcome of the BMF initiative is
expected to result in cost effective and environmentally sustainable treatment of these waste
streams, producing energy and high quality fertilizer by-products.
The BMF solicitation is currently in Step 2 of the solicitation, having narrowed the search to three
qualified forms. Step 2 proposals are due in 2017, and an award of contract is an ticipated in early
2018. The selected entity will operate the facility for a minimum of 25 years, and design the facility
so that it is expandable for future needs. Septage collection and treatment is part of the RFP; its
efficacy is yet to be demonstrated.
Growth Management Plan Policies
Related existing provisions in the GGAMP:
Objective 1.2:
Ensure public facilities are provided at an acceptable level of service.
Objective 1.3
Protect and preserve the valuable natural resources within the Golden Gate area.
Objective 5.2
Balance the provision of public infrastructure with the need to preserve the rural ch aracter of
Golden Gate Estates.
Recommended Policy:
• The County will continue to pursue a best management practices approach to making
septage treatment available within Collier County, as a component of bio -solid processing,
either directly or through a public private partnership.
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Preserve Exemption
Currently the GMP and LDC require a portion of the native vegetative present on property to b e set
aside as preserve when property is developed. Exceptions to this requirement include single -family
home sites situated on individual lots or parcels, single lot splits or where property is used for
agricultural purposes. Subdivision of land into three or more lots or parcels requires approval of a
subdivision plat, which in turn triggers the requirement for a preserve, among other requirements.
As the platting of the Golden Gate Estates predated this requirement, no preserves were required
as part of its establishment.
There are a limited number of lots within the Golden Gate Estates subdivision (depicted as the
Estates Designation on the County’s Future Land Use Map (FLUM)) which could be divided into three
or more lots, each a minimum of 2 ¼ acres size. Analysis by staff shows a total of 75 lots remaining
in the Estates Designation, north of I-75, which could be subdivided as such (6.75 acres or more).
These lots range from 6.78 acres to 12.97 acres, with all but two of these lots less than ten acres in
size.
Lot splits allow 2 parcels from a single tract, and because a re -plat is not required, lot splits fall
squarely within the exemption to a required “preserve” area. Environmental staff believes it
excessive to require small preserves for the remaining few lots that could be subdivided into three
or more 2.25 acre single family lots. If subdivided as such, preserve requirements for all but two of
these would be less than 1.33 acres, assuming they were entirely covered with native vegetation.
Long term viability of these preserves is also a concern given their small size and location within a
large single-family subdivision, with no other preserves or greenways to provide connection.
Moreover, preserve exemptions for a limited number of 3 way splits would be consistent with the
requirements of all other (12,000+) undeveloped Estates parcels.
Related existing provisions in the GGAMP:
Conservation and Coastal Management Element (CCME) Policy 6.1.1: “…native vegetation shall be
preserved through the application of the following minimum preservation and vegetation retention
standards and criteria…except for single family dwelling units situated on individual parcels…”
Note; As interpreted by the LDC, “the single-family exception is not to be used as an exception from
any calculations regarding total preserve area for a development containing single family lots” (Sec.
3.05.07 B).
Recommended Policy:
• The subdivision of tracts 13 acres or less in size within Golden Gate Estates shall not trigger
preserve requirements under CCME Policy 6.1.1.
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Section 4: List of Initial Recommendations
A. Golden Gate City
1. Land Use and Economic Vitality
• Establish land use designations to protect established, stable, neighborhoods and provide
opportunity for redevelopment and renewal through development practices that promote
compatibility.
• Support redevelopment of Golden Gate Parkway to provide for a viable pedestrian
environment adding to the vibrancy and walkability of Golden Gate City.
• Add land uses within the designated Activity Center intended to promote job growth and
strengthen the economic health of Golden Gate City.
• Protect the land uses allowing for diversity of residential housing.
• Engage with the Golden Gate Civic Association and MSTU to further community planning
programs.
• Consider redevelopment tools such as an Innovation Zone to further economic development
and redevelopment strategies.
• Develop amendments to the Land Development Code to support and implement
redevelopment initiatives including incentives for building remodeling and renovation.
• Develop a branding and marketing plan for Golden Gate City.
• Ensure pertinent incentive programs are made available to those seeki ng business creation
and redevelopment opportunities in Golden Gate City.
• Modify the land use designations along Golden Gate Parkway to create a consistent
development pattern.
• Add target industry uses to the Activity Center.
• In the Santa Barbara Commercial Subistrict remove the one acre project minimum.
2. Transportation and Mobility
• Support all transportation needs within Golden Gate City with an emphasis on walkability.
Walkability will be improved through the implementation of the recommendations of the
MPO’s Walkability Study.
• Within the Activity Center, maintain multiple connections to the surrounding neighborhoods
and through the Activity Center while providing safe and direct access to transit stops within
or adjacent to the Activity Center.
• Consider protecting alleys from vacating process where there is reasonable connection and
continuity for future pathway corridors.
• Initiate periodic speed studies in Golden Gate City and when appropriate, utilize traffic
calming measures and speed limit reductions to ensure a safe pedestrian environment.
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3. Environmental Stewardship
• Maintain and expand sewer and water service in accordance with the Collier County Water
and Sewer District Implementation Plan.
B. Golden Gate Estates
1. Land Use and Economic Vitality
• Protect the low-density character of the Estates by resisting private petitions to change
existing residential land use designations in the GGAMP, other than the limited locations
described below.
• Allow applications for rezoning to upsize existing Neighborhood Centers to accommodate
ingress and egress, parking, buffering, water management, well, septic or package plant
siting, future right-of way expansion or additional open space not to exceed 20 acres per
quadrant. This provision does not guarantee that u psizing will be granted, but provides an
opportunity to request commercial rezoning based on the above-stated needs.
• Allow conditional use or C-1 rezone applications for the Immokalee Rd. corridor (Oaks area).
This provision does not guarantee approval, but allows application without amendment to
the GMP (5 parcels affected).
• Add an additional locational criterion for conditional uses to include major roadway
intersections, defined as the intersection of a 4-lane roadway (or greater) with a 4-lane
roadway (or greater), as identified in the LRTP.
• Adjust the Golden Gate Parkway Special Provisions to allow conditional use applications for
properties at the intersection of Golden Gate Pkwy. and Santa Barbara Blvd.
• Adjust the Collier Blvd. Special Provisions to allow the same conditional use locational criteria
as currently allowed at other locations in Golden Gate Estates.
• Allow conditional use applications at any location in Golden Gate Estates for the erection of
communication towers, without need to also amend the GGAMP.
• Develop architectural standards in the Land Development Code that apply to commercial,
conditional and public facility uses in the rural Estates to create coherence and area identity
that reflect the rural character of the area.
• Seek public acquisition of appropriate parcels, with conditional use approval, for “park and
ride” uses, to serve private carpooling, public transit and emergency prevention and
response program activities.
• In its review and adoption of GMP amendments to the RFMUD and th e RLSA, the County
should reflect the need for appropriate buffers and setbacks from adjoining Golden Gate
Estates properties, with specific development standards in the LDC.
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• Where GMP Amendments or Rezoning actions require written notice to homeowners wit hin
a given distance of the subject parcel, notice requirements shall also be extended the length
of any dead-end street or avenue where a direct transportation or aesthetic impact can be
reasonably anticipated.
• Following the completion of the Randall Bou levard and Oilwell Road Corridor Study, the
Zoning Division shall evaluate the future land uses along Immokalee Road in the vicinity of
Randall Boulevard and Oil Well Road and make recommendations to the Board of County
Commissioners for any proposed changes to the future land use.
2. Transportation and Mobility
• The County Transportation Planning Section shall provide an update to the 2008 East of CR
951 Bridge Study with recommendations based on emergency response, evacuation times,
cost components and other considerations to the Board within 2 years of adoption of this
policy.
• Everglades Blvd. between Golden Gate Blvd. and I-75 shall not be expanded beyond 4 lanes.
• The County shall coordinate with FDOT and the MPO’s 2045 LRTP to submit a revised
Interchange Justification Report for an interchange at I -75 in the vicinity of Everglades Blvd
(T 49, R 28, S 31-34).
• The County will update and report on the timing of the paving of lime rock roads, including
a cost/benefit analysis, within 2 years of adoption of this policy. Alt.: The County will budget
the full completion of the paving of lime rock roads in fiscal years 2018 through 2020.
• Planning, funding and implementation of potential greenway trails shall be coordinated
among the County’s Parks and Recreation Division and the MPO.
• The County will consider public acquisition of appropriate parcels, with conditional use
approval, for “park and ride” uses, to serve private carpooling, public transit and emergency
prevention and response program activities.
3. Environmental Stewardship
Water Resources
• The County will continue to pursue the Watershed Management Plan initiatives in Golden
Gate as financial and staff resources become available.
• The County will periodically coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District
to review the Level of Service Standards for primary water management canals within the
County.
• The County will encourage the combination of parcels less than 2.25 acres in size with
adjacent parcels, to preserve the low-density advantages within Golden Gate Estates. Within
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2 years, GMD staff will recommend to the Board potential incentives to apply to developed
and undeveloped lots.
• The County will evaluate the potential for a second transfer of development units/rights
program (TDU) to transfer density from Estates lots to the urban area, and will consider
transfer of ownership options, in a timeframe directed by the Board.
• The County will commence a formal study on the feasibility of dispersed water management
(DWM) for single-family Estates lots, and determine whether a DWM initiative should be
voluntary or mandatory and the extent to which the program should apply to developed and
undeveloped properties.
• The County will continue to identify and implement educational opportunities related to
water resources for use by parcel owners, home owners, builders, real estate professionals
and the public to aid in understanding and addressing the owner’s financial and personal
interests as well as area-wide impacts.
• Acquisitions of parcels in Golden Gate Estates by Conservation Collier shall be consistent with
Watershed Management Plan objectives, and shall prioritize hydrologic benefits above other
review criteria.
Fire Control
• The County shall explore options for funding wildfire prevention measures, including funding
support for the Florida Forestry Service and Independent Fire Districts, including but not
limited to a Golden Gate Estates MSTU and general fund revenue.
• The County will review and update as necessary all interlocal agreements and mutual aid
agreements to assure coordination of legal, procedural and educational components of
Wildfire prevention.
• Update references to Independent Fire Districts.
Lighting
• Eliminate the specificity found in Policy 5.1.1; consider standards for the LDC.
• County owned facilities shall comply with the Collier County Lighting Standards.
• The County shall continue to coordinate with FDOT and FPL to provide guidance and reach
agreement on roadway standards and security lights.
• The County will consider lighting standards for commercial and other non -residential uses,
and may provide specific Land Development Code standards for such uses within Golden
Gate Estates according to its overall rural character and specific lighting zone classifications
within.
• The County will consider lighting standards for residential locations within Golden Gate
Estates within the Land Development Code, and determine whether such standards will be
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encouraged or mandatory and the extent to which they apply to new or existing residential
development.
Other
• The County will continue to pursue a best management practices approach to making
septage treatment available within Collier County, as a component of bio -solid processing,
either directly or through a public private partnership.
• The subdivision of tracts 13 acres or less in size within Golden Gate Estates shall not trigger
preserve requirements under CCME Policy 6.1.1.
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Appendix A
Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy
Public Outreach
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Introduction
The Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) public outreach process included extensive public
engagement. Residents and stakeholders were encouraged to provide input through multiple
platforms including eight public workshops, staff presentations to both the Golden Gate City Civic
Association and the Golden Gate Estates Civic Association, a user-friendly website with surveys, and
communications through email distribution lists with approximately 330 stakeholders.
As the GGAMP has the three distinct areas of Golden Gate City, the Eastern Estates (east of Collier
Boulevard) and the Western Estates (west of Collier Boulevard), staff focused outreach to provide
individual attention to each area. In this way, staff was able gauge the public’s perspective on unique
differences in values and priorities. In part, these values can be visualized with the outcome of the
first set of workshops where staff engaged the stakeholders to envision the future. A series of
questions were asked through surveys that were distributed during the workshops and were posted
on the dedicated GGAMP restudy website. The following word clouds summarize the values and
expectations of those who participated in the process.
The surveys and word clouds formed the basis for the communities’ vision statements. Staff first
drafted the vision statements based on information provided, and at following public workshops the
participants refined the statements. The goals, objectives and po licies of the GGAMP should
recognize and implement these vision statements.
Golden Gate City Vision Statement
“Golden Gate City is a safe, diverse, family-oriented
community that offers easy access to education,
parks, shopping and services within a vibrant,
walkable community.”
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Golden Gate Eastern Estate Vision Statement
“The Golden Gate Eastern Estates is an
interconnected, low-density residential community
with limited goods and services in neighborhood
centers, defined by a rural character with an
appreciation for nature and quiet
surroundings.”
Golden Gate Western Estate Vision Statement
“Golden Gate Western Estates is a low-density,
large-lot residential neighborhood in a
natural setting with convenient access to
the coastal area.”
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Eastern Estates - Introduction
Public Workshop, April 20, 2016
As guests of the Golden Gate Estates Area
Civic Association
Introduction:
At the invitation of the Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association (GGEACA), Collier County planning
staff introduced the Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) restudy which will result in an update
to the GGAMP. The purpose of the staff presentation was to identify the major components of the
GGAMP, and particularly as it pertains to the Eastern Estates (east of CR 951) area. Emphasis was
placed on major themes and the idea that visioning for the future should consider many factors as
they contribute to the well-being of the next generation.
Meeting Summary:
Michael Ramsey, President of the Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association opened the meeting.
He greeted elected and appointed County and District officials, as well as various candidates fo r
County Commission Districts 5 and 3. Approximately 125 community members or stakeholders
attended the meeting.
Mr. Ramsey described the purpose of the meeting as an introduction of the Golden Gate Area
Master Plan update process, and asked residents to not get sidetracked with other specific topics
that are not a part of the GGAMP. As an example, the issue of fracking should not be discussed, as
it is not a Master Plan concept.
Commissioner Tim Nance provided an overview of GGAMP in the context of other P lanning
Restudies and the importance to the Golden Gate area residents. He reminded the group of the
relevance of the “green map”, in that 0ver 75% of the County’s area is already in conservation status,
and that the Rural Fringe Receiving Areas are among the last development areas left in the County;
they can complement the Estates if carefully planned. He indicated that all four Restudy areas would
consider the same important elements to help achieve consistency between Restudies: land use;
transportation/mobility; water; environment; and economic vitality. He reported that an Oversight
Committee has been appointed to help direct public involvement, consistency, sustainability and
economic vitality, and introduced Jeff Curl, the Oversight Committee member representing the
Golden Gate area.
Community Planning Manager Kris Van Lengen provided a PowerPoint presentation, and stated that
this would be the first of several GGAMP meetings, and that this first meeting is in the nature of an
introduction. Content includes an update of relevant issues in the Rural Fringe Mixed-Use District
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Restudy, concepts currently embedded in the GGAMP, and finally a high-level visioning exercise for
the future of the Eastern Estates.
Consistent among all Restudies is the planning wheel- a process matrix that describes present plans,
public outreach, staff data and analysis, development of alternatives, republication, ultimately with
recommendations that reflect stakeholder consensus, and finally re -initiation of public outreach.
The process may include several turns if the “wheel” prior to formal public hearings.
A reflection of the current
progress of the Rural Fringe
Restudy included the fact
that there was broad support
among stakeholders to
incentivize uses that are not
presently adopted- most
particularly free-standing
employment centers and
sports venues. GGEACA and
attendees were encouraged
to attend future Rural Fringe
meetings- as close neighbors with commercial and mobility issues; they are true stakeholders in that
process. The nexus among three Restudy areas, all within 3 miles of North Golden Gate Estates, was
also noted, highlighting the total commercial activity in the area that would benefit the Estates while
adding no further Golden Gate Estates Neighborhood Centers. A balance is needed among all
commercial centers and activities.
The discussion on current GGAMP provisions began with an overview of currently scheduled
meetings, which will be rotational among Eastern Estates, Western Estates and Golden Gate City. A
brief history described the major Restudy between 2001 and 2003 as well as the several private
Growth Management Plan amendments that followed. Key features of the current GGAMP, as
pertain to the Eastern Estates, were listed under the matrix described by Commissioner Nance.
Interpreting the current goals of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan as it relates to the Estates, an
“existing vision” was derived and described as a low density residential community with rural
character, limited commercial services, safe and efficient roadways, and emergency services
coordination.
Principal Planner Anita Jenkins provided an interactive visioning session. She began by describing
the nature and purpose of a community vision: what the community should look and feel like af ter
implementation, as envisioned by residents. After discussing the purpose, Ms. Jenkins challenged
the audience to complete brief answers or descriptions to a number of visioning questions: How
does the Eastern Estates complement the County as a whole, what is it the best location for, what
would you like to read in the newspaper about the area, 10 years from now, what things would you
suggest to improve the area?
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Individual slips were distributed throughout, and attendees wrote their visions in answer t o these
questions. A total of 45 full sets of questionnaires were returned. A summary of the written
comments can be found here. It was announced that the questions would be available on the web
site as a survey questionnaire for those that wished to provide input in that manner.
Following the exercise, participants were encouraged to share their ideas. Various themes emerged,
particularly the preservation of the rural character of the Eastern Golden Gate area. Some spoke in
support of a sense of place, including renaming/rebranding the Eastern Estates and the streets,
creating institutional and commercial architectural standards that are more suitable for the rural
character. Other areas of importance were protecting important watershed areas, and creating
greenways.
Residents also wanted to discuss the Rural Lands West project, the Habitat Conservation Plan and
noted fracking was a concern. Commissioner Nance addressed these topics and noted other venues
and agencies will be covering these issues more thoroughly.
The Community Planning agenda item on Golden Gate Area Master Plan introduction, concluded at
8:40; the GGEACA meeting agenda items resumed at this time.
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Western Estates - Introduction
Public Workshop, May 11, 2016, 6:30 PM
Golden Gate Community Center
Introduction:
Collier County planning staff provided an introduction to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan
(GGAMP) restudy which will result in an update to the GGAMP. The purpose of the staff presentation
was to identify the major components of the GGAMP, particularly as it pertains to the Western
Estates (west of CR 951) area. Emphasis was placed on major themes and the idea that visioning for
the future should consider many factors as they contribute to the well -being of the next generation.
Approximately 60 people attended.
Meeting Summary:
Greg Ault, Principal, AECOM, as consultant for public outreach, began by discussing his role in the
process and the importance of area-wide planning as we think about future generations. He
introduced his staff and County staff, and described his favorable impressions of the area from the
point of view of a non-resident.
Community Planning Manager Kris Van Lengen provided a PowerPoint presentation, and stated that
this would be the first of several GGAMP meetings, and that this first meeting is in the nature of an
introduction. Content includes an update of relevant i ssues in the four area Restudies, concepts
currently embedded in the GGAMP, and finally a high level visioning exercise for the future of the
Western Estates.
Consistent among all Restudies is the planning process - one that looks at current provisions and
conditions, asks what can be improved, alternatives for improvement, and ultimate decision-making
by the Board of County Commissioners. Important focal points include permitted land uses,
transportation issues, environment, and economic vitality. Citizens were encouraged to use on-line
resources to supplement their understanding and provide input when surveys become available.
Mr. Van Lengen presented the idea to study GGAMP in three separate segments: Eastern Estates,
Western Estates and Golden Gate City. There were no objections raised to this approach.
The history of the GGAMP was discussed, including the fact that ten amendments to the plan have
occurred since the last major restudy was completed in 2003. After describing the organization of
the GGAMP document, it was noted that the major provisions related to Goals, Objectives and
Policies were identical to those of the Eastern Estates; low density, rural character, infrastructure
and emergency services needs. Residents might consider whether they wish to emphasize a unique
vision and goals. Unlike the Eastern Estates (approximately 50% built out), the Western Estates is
88% built out.
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With respect to Land uses, permitted uses and conditional uses were described. Also noted was the
special language in the GMP
describing the limitation on
additional conditional uses along the
Golden Gate Parkway.
The vast majority of the citizens who
attended appeared to live within
close proximity to Golden Gate
Parkway. Accordingly, there was
significant comment from the
attendees related to the fact that
they do not wish to change any of
the current land use restrictions
related to Golden Gate Parkway. Mr.
Greg Ault asked for a show of hands
in favor of no change to the land
uses on the Parkway. There was
nearly unanimous agreement, as
shown in the photos below and by
virtue of the responses received in
the visioning session.
Principal Planner Anita Jenkins
provided an interactive visioning
session. She began by describing the
nature and purpose of a community vision: what the community should look and feel like after
implementation, as envisioned by residents. After discussing the purpose, Ms. Jenkins challenged
the audience to complete brief answers or descriptions to a number of visioning questions: How
does the Western Estates complement the County as a whole, what is it the best location for, what
would you like to read in the newspaper about the area, 10 years from now, what things would you
suggest to improve the area?
Individual slips were distributed throughout, and attendees wrote their visions in answer to these
questions. A total of 45 full sets of questionnaires were returned. A summary of the written
comments is shown below. It was announced that the questions would be available on the web site
as a survey questionnaire for those who wished to provide input in that manner.
Attendees expressed a strong desire to maintain the low-density residential character of
their neighborhood with no commercial uses. Below is a summary of questionnaire
responses:
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I. The Western Estates will be Distinctive for:
Large lots near town with quiet, open and peaceful character
Rural beauty with traditional neighborhoods consisting of dead -end streets where
neighbors know one another
No commercial uses or special uses, maintaining uncluttered thoroughfares
Natural habitat with areas for wildlife and environmental protection
Single-family living for local working families
Agriculturally and livestock friendly per allowances
II. The Western Estates will be a premier location for:
Peaceful living with private single-family homes
Beautiful gateway to the City of Naples
Quiet estates residential living
Family and neighborly atmosphere safe for children
Low traffic
Small town feel
Wildlife and agriculture
A remote animal services substation to support domestic animals found in the area
Accessible to services while maintaining a rural character
Well maintained infrastructure
A predominantly residential community with supporting uses including senior
housing along arterials.
Maintain distinction from Golden Gate City
III. How does the Western Estates area complement Collier County?
Untouched and quiet nature maintains the charm of Naples area
A respite from commercial blight
Peaceful living close to town
Provides a non-gated, peaceful, estates-living neighborhood between the City of
Naples and Golden Gate City
Serves as the gateway to Naples
Gives long-term residents a place to raise generations
Maintains the value of environmentally friendly neighborhood with little
commercial uses
Unit 29 should be its own neighborhood, rather than part of Western
Estates
Clean, crime-free area
Maintains true to the existing master plan
Provides affordable living for year-round residents
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High value residential housing with limited commercial and special uses
Desire to be the “Pine Ridge Estates” of the area
IV. What is the full potential for your community?
Safe, cohesive neighborhood for families
Desire to maintain privacy
Maintain the existing character, no need for further enhancements or
intrusions
For the area of Unit 29 to be sub divided into its own area similar to Pine
Ridge Estates
Commercial and additional uses will only destroy the potential
Country living close to town
Enhance the “Gateway to Naples”
Most desired residential acreage in Collier County
Ability for growth of environmental protection services
Addition of public services including parks and libraries with small,
neighborhood commercial development to support local neighborhood
V. Reading the newspaper in 10 years, what would the headline say about the
Western Estates?
“One of the best places to retire with friendly people”
“Unique and faithful community that supports the integrity and charm of
Naples”
“A great and convenient place to live”
“We are not a part of Golden Gate City”
“Local homeowners rejoice over being left alone”
“A pearl of beauty that truly complements Collier County”
“A wonderful residential community to live in”
“Commissioners gave in to their supporters and turned it into another
Pine Ridge Road”
“This community stayed the same”
“Premier Estates living 3 miles from the beach”
“Beautiful corridor to the City of Naples”
“Excellent quiet location close to town provides solitude from busy work
life”
Depends on how much “commercial” money changes hands with
commissioners
“This master plan has not changed in 50 years. What a wonderful place”
Hardly anything- this area is quiet.
“Estate living still exists”
“Close to everything in town while maintaining privacy”
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VI. What three things would really improve the future of the Western Estates?
Not amending the master plan
No commercial uses
Maintain privacy
Maintain traffic flow without addition of lights or stops
Enhance Golden Gate Parkway west of I-75 into a lush landscaped corridor
serving as gateway to Naples
Uncouple the 4-block area from the GGAMP
Increase wall height for I-75 to reduce noise permeation
Enforce existing laws and ordinances
Small localized sub-neighborhoods with neighborhood commercial
development that supports rural areas
Establish additional wildlife and environmental preservation areas
Provision of public services and access to schools, museums, parks, etc.
To never build a RaceTrac in our area
Create a name/identity for our neighborhood
Re-study traffic impacts of I-75 interchange
Consider traffic light at 66th Street SW
Water feature at SW corner of Golden Gate Pkwy and Livingston is a very
welcome, positive feature
Sidewalks
Nature conservancy
Community gardens
The workshop concluded at 8:35 p.m.
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Golden Gate City - Introduction
Public Workshop, June 8, 2016
Golden Gate Community Center
Introduction:
The Collier County Community Planning staff provided an introduction to the Golden Gate Area
Master Plan (GGAMP) restudy, which will result in an update to the GGAMP. The purpose of the staff
presentation was to identify the major components of the GGAMP, particularly as it pertains to
Golden Gate City and environs. Emphasis was placed on major themes and the idea that visioning
for the future should consider many factors as they contribute to the well-being of the next
generation. The meeting was noticed and 3 electronic signboards were placed in collector roadways
in the City for a period of three days. Approximately 25 people attended.
Meeting Summary:
Community Planning Manager Kris Van Lengen provided a PowerPoint presentation, and stated that
this would be the first of several GGAMP meetings, and that this first meeting is in the nature of an
introduction. Content included an overview of all area restudies, concepts currently embedded in
the GGAMP, and finally a high level visioning exercise for the future of Golden Gate City.
The presentation explained
the interrelationships
between studies and the
timing of each. Discussion
also included the process,
identifying current plan
provisions of importance to
the community, identifying
opportunities for
improvement and
incorporating the
community’s vision and values to bring forward to the Board for its consideration. The role of the
Growth Management Oversight Committee was also covered.
The discussion on current GGAMP provisions began with an emphasis on website content and
various opportunities for interaction and input and an overview of currently scheduled meetings,
which will be rotational among Eastern Estates, Western Estates and Golden Gate City.
A brief history described the major Restudy between 2001 and 2003 as well as the several private
Growth Management Plan amendments that followed. Key features of the current GGAMP, as
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pertain to Golden Gate City, were described under the 2 major portions of the GMP: Goals,
Objectives and Policies, and Land Use Designations. Interpreting the current goals of the Golden
Gate Area Master Plan as it relates to the Golden Gate City, an “existing vision” was derived and
described as a recognition of distinct neighborhood areas within the City, the value of sub-area plans
along with City-wide plans, consideration of a GG City Land Development Code, the importance of
connections to the greater Naples area, and a reference to utilit y expansion.
Various Land Use categories were described and discussed, most notably the Mixed -Use Activity
Center, the Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict and the Santa Barbara Commercial
Subdistrict. The Golden Gate Parkway entryway into the City was also discussed. Questions and
comments related to GMP and zoning overlays followed.
Of note were comments related to the desire for a focal point within the Activity Center or nearby,
roadway concerns and beautification.
Principal Planner Anita Jenkins provided an interactive visioning session. She began by describing
the nature and purpose of a community vision: what the community should look and feel like after
implementation, as envisioned by residents. Key subject areas are land use, transportation,
environment, economic and social activity and identity.
After discussing the purpose, Ms. Jenkins challenged the audience to complete brief answers or
descriptions to a number of visioning questions: How does Golden Gate City complement the County
as a whole, what is it the best location for, what would you like to read in the newspaper about the
area 10 years from now, what things would you suggest to improve the area?
Consultants from AECOM also provided examples of streetscapes, walkability and City entryway
features to stimulate imaginations. Overall, citizens seemed most interested in enhanced
community facilities, infrastructure, and expression of art and culture native to the area. Specifically,
a recommendation was made to extend the private utilities water to greater portions of the City
(not wastewater), small business incubation, international food and arts locations, and the use of
existing canals for recreation such as kayak and paddleboard.
Individual slips were distributed throughout, and attendees wrote their visions in answer to these
questions. A total of 35 questionnaires were returned. Below is a summ ary of questionnaire
responses:
I. Golden Gate City will be known for:
Cleanliness
Affordability
New Growth and Development
Celebrated Diversity
Safety
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II. Golden Gate City will be a great location for:
Raising Families
Affordability
Community Services
Mobility
Recreation
III. How does Golden Gate City complement Collier County?
Diversity
Center of Activity
Accessibility to workforce
IV. What is the full potential for your community?
Unifying to accomplish goals
A place of flourishing families, business, and community services
Safe and effective for all modes of transit
A downtown destination
V. Reading the newspaper in 10 years, what would the headline say about the Western
Estates?
Clean safe and friendly with a lush landscape
Third fastest growing city in the state of Florida
Golden Gate notes first million-dollar home sale
A great place to raise a family
Number one most inviting community
Golden Gate wins state championships in sports, music, arts and more
More full-ride scholarships provided to residents per capita than anywhere in
Florida
Community rallies to improve image
The remarkable turnaround and revitalization of Golden gate
The city that met the needs of its people
VI. What three things would really improve the future of Golden Gate City?
Code enforcement
Safety of mobility (pedestrian, bicyclists)
Infrastructure
Creation of a CRA
Reduced public transit headways
Creation of a community trolley
Lighting
Preservation of green space
Increased homeownership
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Golden Gate City
Public Workshop, October 13, 2016
Golden Gate Community Center
Introduction:
The GGAMP Restudy- Golden Gate City Public Workshop was attended by several Golden Gate
residents, county staff members, and local elected officials. The client team introduced the
current GGAMP and presented a draft vision statement derived from the results of resident
visioning questionnaires and surveys. Finally, an aud ience polling session was conducted to
obtain attendee feedback.
Meeting Summary:
Attendees revised the draft vision statement to read:
“Golden Gate City is a safe , diverse, family-oriented community that offers easy
access to education, parks, shopping and services within a vibrant, walkable
community.”
Audience polling was conducted to obtain additional feedback in a manner that did not require
attendees to self-identify with their answers or opinions in a group setting. Results of the audience
polling are attached.
Dialogue included:
• active code enforcement day and night as opposed to the current complaint -driven
code enforcement model
• safety for all dimensions of Golden Gate City
• additional lighting
• limits to additional density
• concern for the limited service area of potable water infrastructure and high costs
associated with water infrastructure within existing service area
o representatives of FGUA cited need to maintain and repair existing aging
infrastructure prior to expanding service areas
o understanding the importance of this discussion, the Golden Gate Civic Association
offered to invite FGUA to a future civic association meeting where they could fo cus
on the infrastructure concerns specifically
• desire for additional distribution of commercial in the north area of Golden Gate City
(Green Boulevard)
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• support for enhanced and uniform development rules for commercial and mixed -use areas
• additional entertainment and recreation options for young adults
• support for citizen-driven planning efforts.
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Do you live in Golden Gate City No
Yes
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Which option best represents your
relationship to Golden Gate City?
Resident
Business Owner
Developer/ Representative
Elected Official
Other
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How Satisfied are you with the
locations of existing commercial uses
in Golden Gate City?
How satisfied are you with the
potential locations of commercial uses
in Golden Gate City?Very Unsatisfied
Somewhat Unsatisfied
Not Sure
Somewhat Satisfied
Very Satisfied
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Do you support a more uniform set of
development rules for commercial or mixed-
use areas?
Do you agree with existing policies about
citizen-driven planning efforts?
Would you volunteer one evening per month
to serve on a planning committee?
Do you have adequate health care resources
in Golden Gate City?
Do you think Golden Gate City should have
its own unique standards for architecture or
landscaping?
No
Not Sure
Yes
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What type of commercial use is most
needed in Golden Gate City?
Retail
Personal Services
Dining
Offices
Other
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What type of institution is most
needed in Golden Gate City?
Government Services
Places of Worship
Adult and Child Care Centers
Other
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Should home-based businesses change in
any way in Golden Gate City?
Expanded
Reduced
Stay the Same
Not Sure
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How often do you walk to get somewhere in
Golden Gate City?
Never
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
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Do you have school-aged children that
walk or ride bikes to school?
No
Yes
I don't have children
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Of the following options, what is your
top priority for improvement in Golden
Gate City?
Street Lighting
Traffic Calming
Sidewalks
Bike Routes/ Lanes
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Have you ever used Collier Area Transit (CAT)
service?
No
Yes
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How satisfied are you with the current
CAT routes?
How satisfied are you with the current
CAT service times and schedule?
How satisfied are you with gateway
design for Golden Gate City along
Golden Gate Parkway?
Very Unsatisfied
Somewhat Unsatisfied
Not Sure
Somewhat Satisfied
Very Satisfied
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Golden Gate Western Estates
Public Workshop, October 20, 2016
Golden Gate Community Center
Introduction:
The GGAMP Restudy-Golden Gate Western Estates Public Workshop was attended by several
Western Estates residents, county staff members, local elected officials, as well as developers and
their representatives. The client team introduced the current GGAMP. Greg Ault presented a draft
vision statement derived from the results of resident visioning questionnaires and surveys. Finally,
an audience polling session was conducted to obtain attendee feedback.
Meeting Summary:
Kris Van Lengen, Planning Manager, provided an overview of the Western Estates in the context of
the entire GGAMP and the urban area of Collier County. He noted the Western estates is a little
more than 10% of the area and population or the Eastern Estates, but is 86% developed compared
to 47% in the East. Also discussed was the structure and content of the Master Plan.
Permitted and conditional uses were reviewed, and the locational restrictions for conditional uses
were presented. Attendees agree that the corridor along the south side of Immokalee Rd. should be
unified under a designation allowing C-1 uses. The concept of additional CU locations at major
intersections was presented, along with incentive-based lot combinations.
Attendees revised the draft vision statement to include the terms “natural”, “large-lot/estate-lot”,
“limited-commercial/non-commercial” to read:
“Golden Gate Western Estates is a low-density large-lot residential neighborhood in a
natural setting with convenient access to the coastal area.”
Audience polling was conducted to obtain additional feedback in a manner that did not require
attendees to self-identify with their answers or opinions in a group setting. Results of the audience
polling are attached.
Dialogue included:
• requests for transparency in notifications of conditional uses
• requests for information regarding future plans for county-owned parcel at Vanderbilt and
Collier Blvd
• outlook and vision for attendees with properties fronting major arterials as well as the
I-75 interchange is very different than others
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o higher noise levels
o higher traffic
o less desirable to residential buyers
o the word “commercial” is undesirable, but residents need the services that
commercial brings with it
• desire to incorporate pedestrian/bike trails/passive recreation using creative thinking with
limited R.O.W.
• lack of traffic lights along Golden Gate Parkway makes left turns difficult during rush hours
• existing Parks & Recreation facilities’ programming is at maximum capacity and unable
to accommodate all desired users
• call to resist external pressure to change or develop further
• desire for more inclusive dialogue relating to areas outside of the Golden Gate Parkway
corridor
• strong opposition to any commercial uses
• concern for poor or lack of cellular reception in the Western Estates
• mixed support to allow rental of guest homes
• strong support for incentivized voluntary small-lot combination program
• desire for the recognition of smaller “sub-areas” that comprise Western Estates
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Do you live in Golden Gate Western Estates?No
Yes
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How long have you lived in Golden
Gate Western Estates?
Less than 1 Year
1>5 Years
5>10 Years
10>20 Years
Over 20 Years
I don't live in GG City
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Which option best represents your
relationship to Golden Gate
Western Estates?
Resident
Business Owner
Developer/ Representative
Elected Official
Other
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What type of commercial use is most
needed in the Western Estates?
Retail
Personal Services
Dining
Offices
Other
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Should home-based businesses change in
any way in the Western Estates?
Reduced
Stay the Same
Not Sure
Expanded
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How satisfied are you with the
locations of existing commercial uses
in or near the Western Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of social
organizations in or near the Western
Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of child care
and adult day care in or near the
Western Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of religious
institutions in or near the Western
Estates?
How satisfied are you with cellular
reception/service in or near the
Western Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of group
housing options for seniors or persons
with special needs in or near the
Western Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of assisted
living facilities and nursing homes in
or near the Western Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
neighborhood identity for the
Western Estates?
Very Unsatisfied
Somewhat Unsatisfied
Not Sure
Somewhat Satisfied
Very Satisfied
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Do you support office uses at major
intersections?
Do you support conditional uses at major
intersections?
Do you support conditional uses at any other
locations not currently allowed?
Would you support office or conditional uses
along Immokalee Road?
Would you support an Interchange Activity
Center at the intersection of Golden Gate
Parkway and I-75?
Should there be a change to allow rental of
your guest house?
Should there be a change to allow rental of
your guest house? (Do-over)
Would you be in favor of a voluntary "small
lot combination" incentive program?
Would you volunteer one evening per month
to serve on a planning committee for the
Golden Gate Area?
Do you agree that raising livestock and crops
should be allowed in the Urban Estates?
Do you have adequate access to
neighborhood parks in or near the Western
Estates?
Do you have adequate access to public
spaces in or near the Western Estates?
Do you have adequate access to ped/bike
trail system in or near the Western Estates?
No
Not Sure
Yes
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Would you consider a voluntary
association for the Western Estates?
No
Not Sure
Yes, sub-areas
Yes , as a whole
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How often do you walk to another
destination?
Never
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
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How do your school-aged
children get to school?
Bus
Car
Bike or Walk
I don't have school-aged children
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How do you feel about existing public
street lighting in the Western Estates?
Not Enough Light
Perfect Amount
Too Much Light
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Of the following options, what is your
top priority for improvement in the
Western Estates?
Street Lighting
Traffic Calming
Sidewalks
Bike/Ped Trail System
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Golden Gate Eastern Estates
Public Workshop, November 3, 2016
UIFAS Center
Introduction:
The GGAMP Restudy-Golden Gate Eastern Estates Public Workshop was well-attended by
approximately 130 Eastern Estates residents, stakeholders, and county staff members. The client
team introduced the current GGAMP and presented a draft vision statement that was produced as
a result of resident visioning questionnaires and surveys. An audience polling session was then
conducted to obtain additional feedback.
Meeting Summary:
Kris Van Lengen, Planning Manager, provided an overview on the Master Planning process,
demographics of the area, existing public facilities, existing approved GMP locations for
Neighborhood Centers and
conditional uses, and
coordination with the
RFMUD restudy in
providing nearby
opportunities for retail,
service and jobs for Estates
residents. Transportation
study areas were discussed
as were watershed and
other environmental
topics.
The following draft vision statement was presented to workshop attendees:
“The Golden Gate Eastern Estates is an interconnected, low-density residential community
with limited goods and services in neighborhood centers, defined by a rural character with
an appreciation for nature and quiet surroundings.”
Upon presenting the draft vision statement, attendees were asked to provide feedback and
potential revisions. Responses included the following terms and subject areas:
• No interference
• Nature/natural/environment/park/recreation
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• Family-oriented
• Health and safety
• Code enforcement
• Rural/country-living
• Protection of natural character
• Desire for services including: postal, medical, governmental, community and recreation
• Access to retail goods and personal services
• Desire to change the wording “limited” presented within the draft
• Acknowledgment of watershed/sheetflow
• Sidewalks, bus stops, and refuge for school-aged children
Audience polling was conducted to obtain additional feedback in a manner that did not require
attendees to self-identify with their answers or opinions in a group setting. Results of the audience
polling session are attached.
Additionally, attendees were encouraged to provide additional comments and feedback using
written comment cards. Dialogue and comments received during and after the polling session
included:
• desire to preserve foliage on properties and only clearing necessary areas for wildfire
protection
• concern for the high volume of heavy equipment operating within and traveling through the
Eastern Estates
• mixed support for additional conditional uses including churches and assisted living facilities
general satisfaction with availability/locations of social organizations
mixed satisfaction with availability/locations of child care/adult day care,
religious institutions, group housing options, assisted living facilities, general dissatisfaction with cellular reception/service
• desire for roadway expansion and additional connectivity to the west
• mixed support for additional commercial land designations, with general support for small
shopping centers as opposed to large centers
• call for effective code enforcement
• desire for equestrian and other recreational trail networks
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• request to prohibit fireworks and pyrotechnics in an effort to protect wildlife and prevent
wildfires
• requests for improved drainage
• strong support for an I-75 interchange in the vicinity of Everglades Boulevard
• general support for industrial areas or business parks to provide jobs and support trade near
to the Eastern Estates
• strong support for non-residential architectural standards specific to the Eastern Estates
• support to allow rental of guest houses
• overwhelming support for an incentivized small-lot combination program
• general support for an incentivized transfer of ownership program
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Yes
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How long have you lived in Golden
Gate Eastern Estates?
Less than 1 Year
1>5 Years
5>10 Years
10>20 Years
Over 20 Years
I don't live in GG City
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Which option best represents your
relationship to Golden Gate Eastern
Estates?
Resident
Business Owner
Developer/ Representative
Elected Official
Other
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How satisfied are you with the
locations of existing commercial uses
in or near the Eastern Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
potential locations of commercial uses
in or near the Eastern Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of social
organizations in or near the Eastern
Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of child care
and adult day care in or near the
Eastern Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of religious
institutions in or near the Eastern
Estates?
How satisfied are you with cellular
reception/service in or near the
Eastern Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of group
housing options for seniors or persons
with special needs in or near the
Eastern Estates?
How satisfied are you with the
availability and locations of assisted
living facilities and nursing homes in
or near the Eastern Estates?
Very Unsatisfied
Somewhat Unsatisfied
Not Sure
Somewhat Satisfied
Very Satisfied
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What type of commercial use is most
needed in the Eastern Estates?
Retail
Personal Services
Dining
Offices
Other
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Should there be a larger commercial center
central to the Eastern Estates?
Should there be more neighborhood
commercial centers throughout the Eastern
Estates?
Do you want specific architectural standards
for non-residential uses in the Eastern
Estates?
Should there be a change to allow rental of
your guest house?
Would you use a Transit Park & Ride or Ride
Sharing Facility?
Do you support an I-75 connection in the
vicinity of Everglades Boulevard?
Watershed Concept 1: Would you support an
incentive to owners who wish to combine a
1.14-acre lot with an adjoining lot?
Watershed Concept 2: Would you support a
voluntary transfer of ownership program for
undeveloped parcels identified by a
watershed committee?
Should there be usable public spaces in the
Eastern Estates?
Should there be trails and greenways in the
Eastern Estates?
No
Not Sure
Yes
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Is there a need for an industrial area or
business park to provide jobs and
support trade in or near the Eastern
Estates?
No
Not Sure
Yes, nearby- not in
Yes, in the Estates
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Should home-based businesses change in
any way in the Eastern Estates?
Reduced
Stay the same
Not Sure
Expanded
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Should potential Conditional Use
applications change in any way in
the Eastern Estates?
Allow everywhere
Allow along arterials
Only at select locations
Only certain kinds at additional
locations
They should not change
Not Sure
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Golden Gate City
Commercial Property Owners Meeting
February 16, 2017
2800 N. Horseshoe Drive
Introduction:
To better understand the Golden Gate City commercial properties opportunities and
constraints, a public workshop was scheduled specifically for these property owners. Staff
mailed a meeting notice to all owners of record with property designated existing o r future
commercial use. The meeting was well-attended by approximately 60 property owners, various
county department staff members, the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development staff,
and County Commissioner Burt Saunders.
Meeting Summary:
Kris Van Lengen, Planning Manager, provided an overview of the Master Plan restudy process.
Anita Jenkins, Principle Planner, discussed the previous Golden Gate City public workshops and
specifically the vision statement the Golden Gate residents drafted for their community.
Staff described the different
commercial land use districts
within Golden Gate City and how
it these districts applied to their
property. To invite discussion
related to improvements that
could be made to the Master
Plan, staff asked questions
related to future plans for
commercial properties, and
what obstacles in
redevelopment had been
identified. Property owner’s
provided the following comments:
▪ Wants to redevelop within the next five years (Santa Barbara district) to do medical.
o Problem is traffic safety concerns along Santa Barbara,
o LDC requires project minimum of 1 acre rather than 1 parcel.
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o It would be helpful if the rezoning to commercial happened because properties
are being advertised as residential rather than commercial.
o Would like to build more duplex or triplex; city water is not available but would
like it to be.
o Thinks septic is a good optional because of the cost to install central sewage
• Development standard and setbacks need to be amended to accommodate change from
residential to commercial.
• Plan for affordable housing in the in the residential area in the Golden Gate City.
o When rezoning property it was discussed how to capture pass by traffic to be
viable commercial. What happens to the displaced people when switching from
residential to commercial?
o Vertical mixed-use was discussed and identified as an option to maintain
residences within commercial properties.
• Golden gate parkway discussion that nobody is required to redevelopment the property.
Can it be kept as residential if the owner does not live in it? Big concern so that owners
can keep property regardless of who lives there.
• Concerns about too many parcels changing from residential to commercial which will
entail to pushing out those who want to stay residential.
• If a CRA what percent would go into the pool?
o It varies as the property values increase. Sliding scale based on the value of the
property.
• How many properties would have to agree to transfer from residential to commercial in
Golden Gate section.
o Mike Bosi, Zoning Director, discussed possible restrictions for creating a PUD.
Parcel number would vary based on the LDC codes such as parking and square
footage.
• Traffic control to protect residents if conversation rate increased.
• Would like more cafés and restaurants in Golden Gate City.
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• Realtor participating in the meeting provided perspective that if a community is more
mixed-use the property values will increase
• Promote remodeling without putting restrictions, better to let the owner based their
remodels based off being grandfathered in rather than having to meet current LDC codes.
• Discussion how the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce can help Golden Gate City by
promoting pad ready sites on their website.
• Commissioner Saunder’s provided concluding remarks encouraging redevelopment of the
Golden Gate City commercial areas and mentioned the potential for utility conversion and
state funding to help off-set costs.
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Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Golden Gate Eastern Estates
Public Workshop, February 22, 2017
UIFAS Center
Introduction:
The GGAMP Restudy-Golden Gate Eastern Estates Initial Recommendations Public Workshop
was attended by approximately 31 Eastern Estates stakeholders, and county staff members. The
client team introduced the current GGAMP and presented a revised vision statement that was
produced as a result of resident visioning questionnaires and surveys. An audience polling
session was then conducted to obtain level of support for existing and newly recommended
GGAMP policies specific to the Eastern Estates.
Meeting Summary:
Kris Van Lengen, Planning Manager, presented information on the status of the restudy, prior
meetings, area demographics and key topic areas. Anita Jenkins, Principal Planner, presented
results of visioning from prior meetings, including the community’s consensus on its distinctive
qualities.
Audience polling was conducted to obtain level of support for potential new policies and existing
policies in a manner that did not require attendees to self-identify with their answers or opinions
in a group setting. Results of the audience polling session are attached.
Additionally, stakeholders were encouraged to provide comments and feedback through written
comment cards and group dialogue. Dialogue and comments received during and af ter the
polling session included:
• Conditional Uses at arterial intersections
o Desire to preserve arterial intersections for potential future commercial as opposed to
conditional uses since they are the most desirable to commercial property developers.
o Need for larger conditional use parcels to be compatible with the surrounding
community.
• Transportation and mobility
o Desire for an increased rate of road paving.
o Concern for increased congestion on Everglades Blvd with a potential I-75 interchange.
o Increased need for designated refuge/waiting areas for students waiting for school
buses.
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o Desire for the interchange to be aligned with RFMUD receiving areas due to future
increased population densities.
o Concern for the future character of streets adjacent to a potential interchange.
o Desire to limit access to or from the interchange.
• Desire for larger buffers and setbacks for non-residential uses.
• Need for appropriate lighting at rural intersections, without over-lighting entire corridors.
• Need for reflective street signage and way finding
o Strong concern for an increase of built guest homes and the overall effects on the
community and population density if a policy were changed to allow for the lease of
guest homes as well as adverse impacts on infrastructure, watershed, and code
enforcement.
o Desire to make senior centers and wellness centers a conditional use.
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relationship to Golden Gate Eastern
Estates?
Resident
Business Owner
Developer/ Representative
Elected Official
Other
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Yes
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How long have you lived in Golden
Gate Eastern Estates?
How long have you lived in Golden
Gate Eastern Estates? (do-over)
Less than 1 Year
1>5 Years
5>10 Years
10>20 Years
Over 20 Years
I don't live in GG City
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Retain existing policy allowing for
livestock and crops.
Retain existing policy to preserve the
rural character of the Eastern Estates.
Add new provision to allow Conditional
Uses at arterial intersections.
Add new provision to allow Conditional
Uses at arterial intersections. (do-over)
Add new provision to allow Group
Homes (7-14 people).
Add new provision to allow
communications towers.
Accommodate growing demand for
employment, goods, services, and
entertainment with provisions adjacent
to the Estates.
Neighborhood centers may be
increased in size to accommodate
stormwater, septic and buffer
requirements.
The County will develop rural
architectural standards for commercial
and institutional development in the
Estates.
Retain existing policy to pave lime rock
roads.
Strongly Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Not Sure
Somewhat Agree
Strongly Agree
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Retain existing policy to schedule (or
update) and fund bridge improvements.
Retain existing policy to create a
greenway plan.
Retain existing policy to increase north-
south and east-west route alternatives.
Retain existing policy to coordinate a
future I-75 interchange in the vicinity of
Everglades Boulevard.
The County will update setback and
buffer standards for non-residential uses
in the Estates and for adjoining uses in
the RFMUD and RLSA.
Retain existing policy to conduct wildfire
mitigation education and prevention
programs.
Retain existing policy that the County
will consider incentives for wetland
preservation.
Retain existing policy that the County
will encourage "dark sky" lighting
standards.
The County will promote the
combination of 1.14-acre or similar
"small lots" into adjoining lots through
incentives
The County will consider a TDR program
for natural resource protection.
Strongly Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Not Sure
Somewhat Agree
Strongly Agree
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The County will consider dispersed
water storage and watershed
connectivity to, through, and from the
Estates.
The County will continue efforts to
support independent fire districts and
Florida Forestry Service in public
education, planning, and resourcing
related to wildfire prevention and
response.
The County shall continue to work
toward the goal of providing a septic
disposal facility located in Collier
County.
The County will create new lighting
standards within the LDC.
Do you support the ability of owners to
rent/lease their guest homes.
Strongly Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Not Sure
Somewhat Agree
Strongly Agree
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Golden Gate City
Public Workshop, April 26, 2017
Golden Gate Community Center
Introduction:
The GGAMP Restudy Golden Gate City Initial Recommendations Public Workshop was attended by
approximately 10 Golden Gate City stakeholders, and county staff members. The county staff
introduced the current GGAMP and public outreach to-date. An audience polling session was then
conducted by the client team to obtain level of support for existing and newly recommended GGAMP
policies specific to Golden Gate City. Areas of focus included complementary land uses, economic
vitality, transportation and mobility, and environment.
Meeting Summary
Audience polling was conducted to obtain consensus for potential new policies and existing
policies in a manner that did not require attendees to self-identify with their answers or opinions
in a group setting. Additionally, stakeholders were encouraged to provide comments and
feedback through group dialogue. Dialogue during and after the polling session included:
• Code Enforcement
─ While discussing the information on page 10 of the PowerPoint, some of the attendees
recommended that code enforcement be added as an additional “focus” idea. Some of
the attendees were concerned with the way that environmental code – such as the
removal of invasive trees – is enforced.
• Architectural Review
─ Some of the attendees voiced that they would like to establish a review board to oversee
architectural standards.
• Stormwater improvements.
─ After the conclusion of the meeting, there was discussion of opportunities in future
construction for stormwater systems improvements.
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Yes
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Gate City?
Less than 1 Year
1>5 Years
5>10 Years
10>20 Years
Over 20 Years
I don't live in GG City
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Which option best represents your
relationship to Golden Gate City?
Resident
Business Owner
Developer/ Representative
Elected Official
Other
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Commercial sub-districts should be simpler
and more cohesive, emphasizing mixed-use
and supporting redevelopment
opportunities. (do-over)
Mixed-use provisions and Land
Development Code standards should strive
for uniformity
The County should consider one or more
zoning overlay(s) to reduce the cost and
complexity of individual rezone petitions.
Consider provision in zoning overlay to
allow property improvements even if not
to some of today's development standards
(ex: parking, landscape, setback, etc.)
Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict:
Remove prohibition on rental housing.
Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict:
Promote mixed-use standards, including
vertical mixed-use.
Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict:
Remove prohibition on rental housing.
Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict:
Promote mixed-use standards, including
vertical mixed-use.
Santa Barbara Commercial Subdistrict:
Remove 1-acre rezone requirement.
Golden Gate Professional Office
Subdistrict: Promote mixed-use standards,
including vertical mixed-use.
Disagree
No Opinion
Agree
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Golden Gate Professional Office
Subdistrict: Expand uses to C-3
(commercial) and residential.
Golden Gate Professional Office
Subdistrict: Increase height to allow 3
stories adjacent to Golden Gate Parkway.
Mixed Use Activity Center Subdistrict:
Should the boundaries of the Subdistrict be
expanded?
Collier Boulevard Commercial Sub-District:
Do you agree with the uses within this
Subdistrict?
Collier Boulevard Commercial Sub-District:
Should certain light industrial uses be
allowed if adding jobs to GG City?
Enhance community participation in area
and sub-area planning through a county-
fostered initiative with the ultimate goal of
self-sustained community planning.
Enhance community cultural assets,
international focus, and community
identity.
Adopt appropriate tools for business
enhancement, such as incubators or
accelorators.
Explore feasibility of CRA, Business
Improvement District (BID), or Innovation
Zone within Golden Gate City.
Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict:
Retain Plan language related to pedestrian
connectivity and alternative modes of
transportation.
Disagree
No Opinion
Agree
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Identify and prioritize traffic-calming
locations.
Express need to conduct a pedestrian
bridge connectivity study over canals.
Study potential for utility service
conversion from Florida Government Utility
Authority to Collier County Water Sewer
District.
Continue canal/outfall water monitoring
for surface and groundwater
contamination as it relates to septic.
Seek appropriate grant funding
opportunities for conversion of septic to
sewer service.
Continue stormwater outfall and
connectivity improvements for flood
control.
Develop a program requiring removal of all
exotic vegetation using Golden Gate City as
a pilot.
Disagree
No Opinion
Agree
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Mixed Use Activity Center Subdistrict:
Should the Uses include "light industrial" if
compatible with neighborhood?
No
No Opinion
Yes
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Correspondence Regarding Golden Gate City
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Office of Business and Economic Development
Research Memo: (April 18, 2017)
Golden Gate Area Master-Plan (GGAMP)1
Overview:
Collier County’s Economic Development is inclusive of Golden Gate City particularly with
respect to retail and commercial business. However, various sources reveal that there is limited
Industrial land which has been retarding the County’s capabilities for investment attraction and
expansion 2. This update provides a great opportunity to create an environment to bring more
development to the area covered by the Golden Gate Area Master-Plan (GGAMP).
Big Boxes are increasingly becoming vacant big–box stores i.e. ‘dark boxes’3 at a time when the
GGAMP remains heavily focused on Commercial use. Commercial Zoning is defined by Florida
statutes4, to include activities predominantly connected with the sale, rental and distribution of
products or performance of services while industrial-use means activities connected with
manufacturing, assembly, processing, or storage of products. Industrial-use facilitates greater
value-added activities associated with improved jobs and wages, while lower value-added
investments usually promoted by commercial use activity, are generally subject to greater job
termination, and this seems the opposite of the vision for the GGAMP. Industrial areas would
indeed serve as a major economic boost for the county and in the Golden Gate area. However,
industrial zoning would require buffers and other ways to separate business use from the
residential areas. Heavy industrial-use has been associated with negative community impacts
including environmental pollution. Proposing Mixed-use, or allowing certain light-industrial 5
uses as a conditional-use would be a great way to update the GGAMP. Conditional-use would
allow for county staff to review and ensure that each proposed use will not negatively impact the
surrounding neighborhoods.
The main objectives for Golden Gate City could be further promoted and facilitated where the
GGAMP includes mixed use and conditional use zoning that promotes light-industrial-uses and
business parks in Goals 4 and 5 of the plan. This could also enable greater investments in some
of Golden Gate City’s currently unused and underutilized ‘big-box’ spaces e.g. Sweet Bay, Sears
and K-Mart.
Points:
• The 44 respondents included in the GGAMP survey 6 indicated they wanted Golden Gate
City to:
o facilitate new business as a top priority for improving Golden Gate City’s future;
1 http://www.colliergov.net/home/showdocument?id=66933
2 http://www.colliergov.net/home/showdocument?id=764
3 http://ilsr.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/bbtk-factsheet-blight.pdf
4 https://floridaldr.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/relevant-florida-statutes-definitions.pdf
5 Light or limited industrial zoning is intended for lands appropriate for low-intensity, light and medium industrial
activities. Typical uses include assembly and fabrication industries, warehousing, distribution centers,
administrative offices, and business support services that typically do not cause noise, air, or water disturbances or
pollution. (see http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Fairfield/html/Fairfield25/Fairfield2506.html retrieved April
18, 2017. 6 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17Yols-i6vU-QMxD6RLNvPoW6NbkZFNfjwGJzBWWRgBo/viewanalytics
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Office of Business and Economic Development
o be distinctive for middle-class workers and new growth;
o be a premier location for investment;
• The Office of Business and Economic Development(OBED) reviewed the GGAMP and
encourages more mixed or conditional-use zoning that promotes light-industrial activities
and business parks. Goals 4 and 5 could be revised to include specific reference to
advanced manufacturing, including automated apparel, light assembly and 3D printing, as
well as call centers.
• Several large retailers, including Payless, K-Mart, Sweet Bay and Sears are closing a
significant number of stores in Collier County. That provides an opportunity for timely
amendment to the Land Development Code (LDC) development standards and permitted
uses that could help to bring new businesses to the area. For example, Sears in Chicago
has repurposed a 127,000 square-foot store into a multitenant data center 7. This could be
replicated in Golden Gate City if developers were allowed the proposed flexibility in
development standards. Currently, there is vacant commercial and retail space, and a
revision to the LDC to include mixed or conditional-use developments that promote light-
industrial activities and business parks could help to meet resident’s needs. Throughout
the nation, transforming plaza districts to mixed-use developments is a growing trend
(see http://newsok.com/article/5545159 and http://mixeduse.sochaplazas.com/work/ ).
Revising the GGAMP to allow such transitions could help improve the area’s economic
competitiveness. Some tracts within Golden Gate Area are designated as Historically
Underutilized Business (HUB) Zones and mixed-or conditional-use could aid in their
development.
Action:
OBED to-
• coordinate with Zoning Division, GGCRA-MSTU and other affected parties at meetings
prior to the public workshops this summer to work on discussions and drafting
considerations for incorporating greater mixed-and conditional-uses that promotes light-
industrial use and business park activities in Goals 4 and 5 of the GGAMP; and
• participate in the GGAMP Public Workshops.
7 http://www.triplepundit.com/2013/06/former-sears-kmart-stores-become-data-centers/
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From:Michael Currier <mcurrier@govmserv.com>
Sent:Monday, October 17, 2016 11:10 AM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:Donna Lizotte; Ron Jefferson; JenkinsAnita
Subject:RE: Golden Gate City and FGUA
Attachments:GG-MAP SERVICE AREA-W & WW-UPDATED_2011.pdf
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Kris:
I am not aware of FGUA sponsored line extensions since purchase in 1999. The most recent line extensions were
constructed and paid by development; Publix on CR 951 and Collier schools.
From: VanLengenKris [mailto:KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net]
Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 11:29 AM
To: Michael Currier
Cc: Donna Lizotte; Ron Jefferson; JenkinsAnita
Subject: Golden Gate City and FGUA
Hello Michael:
Many thanks to you and Donna for attending the Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy public workshop last evening. I
appreciate that you shared maps of your served area for water and wastewater service in Golden Gate City. I have two
follow-up requests:
1. Can you provide those maps in PDF format so that the detail and color is more evident?
2. Can you share any examples of extending service to new street areas and how it worked out? For example,
number of new residences included, cost per customer for impact fee and connection charge, etc.? Have you
made any new connections in the past 10-20 years either in GG City or in your Service area just west in GG
Estates?
Thanks for helping us understand the underlying issues and business plans of FGUA, and thanks too for planning to meet
again with residents at an upcoming Golden Gate Civic Association meeting.
Respectfully,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send
electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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From:DelateJoseph
Sent:Friday, October 07, 2016 1:00 PM
To:MoscaMichele
Cc:JenkinsAnita; VanLengenKris
Subject:RE: GG City improvements
Attachments:GoldenGateCityStormwaterDrainageSystemImprovementPlan_CurrentConditions_2016.pdf;
Golden Gate City Stormwater Drainage Improvement Project_NE1.pdf; Golden Gate City
Stormwater Drainage Improvement Project_NW1.pdf; Golden Gate City Stormwater Drainage
Improvement Project_SE1.pdf; Golden Gate City Stormwater Drainage Improvement
Project_SW1.pdf
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
This is a multi- year project that may take 20 years from start to finish.
It is a maintenance project to replace the stormwater pipes and catch basins (stormwater inlets) in the 4 square mile GG
City only.
There are no ponds or new improvements planned.
The total estimated construction cost is $15M in 2012 dollars.
This amount obviously will be higher by the time is fully constructed due to inflation, construction cost increases, etc…
The design costs are approximately 15-20% so that would add an approximate $3M to the 2012 total.
Funding will be in small amounts as it is available and budgeted on a yearly basis.
The County has requested a $1M FLA legislative earmark for this upcoming session but that is only a possibility of
receiving funding.
Attached are maps of the 4 Quads plus a relatively recent current conditions map that is mostly up to date.
As a side note, we like to call it stormwater management, not drainage or flood control, even though the graphics say
otherwise.
Thank you.
From: MoscaMichele
Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2016 2:04 PM
To: DelateJoseph
Cc: JenkinsAnita; VanLengenKris
Subject: RE: GG City improvements
Hi Joe,
The County’s Community Planning staff would like information about the stormwater improvements slated for Golden
Gate City (refer to below email). I provided them with the below excerpt/information from a recent presentation given
by Jerry. In addition, the 2016 AUIR identifies funding for the project in fiscal years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 for “DC”
– design, permitting, and construction.
GG City Outfall Replacements
Proposed Funding in FY 17: $500,000
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Four-square-mile area of Golden Gate City
Replacement and improvements to existing aging infrastructure:
Replaced old catch basins with ditch bottom inlets with grates
Installation of sumps at catch basins
Re-grading and sodding of swales to prevent erosion
When you have a moment, would you please provide Kris with the requested map(s) or graphics and any other pertinent
project details.
Thank you,
Michele
Michele R. Mosca, AICP
Principal Planner
Growth Management Department
Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees & Program Management Division
2800 N. Horseshoe Drive, Naples, FL 34104
tel. 239.252.2466
From: VanLengenKris
Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2016 11:40 AM
To: MoscaMichele
Cc: JenkinsAnita
Subject: GG City improvements
Hi Michelle:
You mentioned the outfall replacement project for GG City stormwater, ($.5m, FY 17). Do you have a map of the
improvement locations, or graphics from studies to show improvement areas in flood control for certain blocks? Also,
are there any other future stormwater improvements in the next 5-10 years?
Thanks,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
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From:VanLengenKris
Sent:Thursday, February 02, 2017 3:08 PM
To:'Sandra Mediavilla'
Cc:JenkinsAnita
Subject:RE: Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Attachments:text GGAMP City Downtown Center Comm Sub.pdf; FLUM Downtown Commercial
Subdistrict.pdf
Hello Sandy:
Thank you for your inquiry. I am attaching language and a reference map currently contained in our Comprehensive Plan
within the Golden Gate Area Master Plan section. This material dates back to 2004. The Subdistrict containing your
address is called Downtown Center Commercial Subdistrict.
We are in the process of a “restudy”, which means we want to obtain public comments and make changes reflecting
public consensus and changed conditions. The area shaded on the map indicates one of many Subdistricts that was
identified more than 10 years ago for redevelopment. You can read the language describing the intent.
The Future Land Use (FLU) designation is a bit different than zoning. I believe your property is zoned residential.
Nevertheless, the FLU would give a property owner the right to request a zoning change, subject to compatibility with
surrounding areas and other considerations.
As you will be unable to attend the meeting, please feel free to let me know whether you agree with this designation. I
infer from your comments that you would prefer that addresses along 23d Ave SW not be a part of this FLU designation.
Please feel free to confirm or expand.
We will provide written comments to the hearing bodies after we assemble initial recommendations for change.
Meanwhile, please feel free to contact me with further questions and comments.
Very truly yours,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
From: Sandra Mediavilla [mailto:SandraMediavilla@napleslaw.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 02, 2017 2:04 PM
To: VanLengenKris <KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net>
Subject: Golden Gate Area Master Plan
Kris: I am a property owner within the City area of Golden Gate. I received your letter yesterday regarding the GGAMP
and informing me of the meeting to be held on February 16, 2017 at 5:30 pm.
Unfortunately, I work until 5:30 therefore will not be able to attend the meeting. But let this email serve as my
comments on the information contained in your letter.
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Your letter indicates that my property (which is clearly residential) is “allowed to have commercial uses”. I am hopeful
you are not referring to the residential portion of Golden Gate City. I live at 4340 23rd Ave. SW. I have owned the house
and resided in the house since 1976. While the entire area and population of Golden Gate City has greatly changed over
my 41 years in the area, I cannot and will never agree to this residential area becoming in any way commercial.
I am hopeful that when you refer to “commercial property owners”, you are referring to those areas of the City which
are already commercial in nature, i.e. 951, the Parkway, Santa Barbara Blvd. etc. I cannot imagine that any portion of
the residential areas of the City of Golden Gate would be deemed or somehow turned into a commercial area. As it is
now, I live in an area which is now filled with people who are not of the nature as when I first moved into this
neighborhood. If I were able to afford it, I would remove myself from this area to an area more to my liking.
If this is not the case, please let me know and I will see if I can get the time off to attend your meeting in person.
I look forward to hearing back from your office.
Thank you.
Sandy
Sandra B. Mediavilla
Florida Registered Paralegal
Parrish, White & Yarnell, P. A.
3431 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101
Naples, FL 34109
Phone: 239-566-2013
Fax: 239-566-9561
E-mail: SandraMediavilla@napleslaw.us
Both Sandra Mediavilla and Parrish, White & Yarnell, P.A. intend that this message be used exclusively by the addressee(s). This
message may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized
disclosure or use of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please permanently dispose
of the original message and notify Sandra Mediavilla immediately at (239) 566-2013. Thank you.
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From:MottToni
Sent:Friday, April 01, 2016 5:28 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:DowlingMichael
Subject:1983 Agreement - GAC Land Trust
Attachments:1983 Agreement.pdf; Reserved and Available List with Folio 2016.xlsx
Follow Up Flag:Flag for follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Hi Kris,
Sorry I missed your call. Please find attached the 1983 Agreement between Avatar Properties Inc,
f/k/a GAC Properties Inc. and Collier County. Michael Dowling is the liaison with the Golden Gate
Land Trust Committee. Also attached is the list of remaining properties. I’ll be out of the office next
week Monday through Wednesday and perhaps we can meet and discuss and questions you may
have after that. Just let us know. Thanks
Toni A. Mott
Toni A. Mott, Manager, SR/WA
Collier County Real Property Management
3335 Tamiami Trail East - Suite 101
Naples, FL 34112
Telephone Number: 239-252-8780
Fax Number: 230-252-8876
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electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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A B C D E F G H I J
March 29, 2016 GAC Land Sales
PHASE UNIT TRACT LEGAL ACRES OR BK/PG RESERVED FOR PER ACRE APPRAISED VALUE FOLIO NUMBER
I 7 81 All of Tract 81 9.11 1257/794 Parks and Recreation (3 - 2016)$50,000 $455,500 36915200008
I 20 2 All of Tract 2 8.78 1257/794 School Board $40,000 $350,800 37590080008
I 195 85 All of Tract 85 4.77 1257/794 School Board $38,000 $181,260 45967400009
I 95 53 W 180 3.92 1257/794 School Board (3 - 2016)$60,000 $235,200 41824360008
I 96 121 All of Tract 121 4.52 1257/794 School Board (3 - 2016)$60,000 $271,200 41887560007
III 67A 110 All of Tract 110 1.49 1361/2029 North Naples Fire and Rescue $9,000 $13,410 40120440005
II 93 48 W105/W180 1.17 1361/2019 Greater Naples Fire and Rescue $10,000 $15,900 41714000009
II 93 48 E75/W180 1.14 1361/2019 Greater Naples Fire and Rescue $10,000 $11,400 41713880000
I 14 127 All of Tract 127 5.77 1257/1757 Future Marketability $50,000 $289,500 37289560004
I 17 89 All of Tract 89 4.62 1257/1757 Future Marketability $50,000 $250,000 37445840005
I 24 97 All of Tract 97 5 1257/1757 Future Marketability $50,000 $250,000 37807880001
I 49 126 All of Tract 126 5.61 1257/1757 Future Marketability $34,000 $190,740 39271840002
I 18 55 All of Tract 55 4.43 1257/794 Future Marketability $50,000 $250,000 37493920003
II 78 116 E75/W180 1.17 1361/2019 Future Marketability $9,000 $10,530 40749320001
II 78 116 E75/E150 1.17 1361/2019 Future Marketability $9,000 $10,530 40749320001
II 78 158 All of Tract 158 6.66 1361/2019 Future Marketability $9,000 $56,070 40752400002
III 42 1 All of Tract 1 7.38 1361/2029 Future Marketability $14,000 $103,320 38840040001
50 66 S 105, S 180 1.59 Available 39326920000
51 3 N 75, N 150 1.17 Available 39380200009
51 35 S 75 / S 150 1.13 Available 39384040003
73 59 E 75 / W 180 1.14 Available 40474920006
73 83 E 75 / W 150 1.14 Available 40476840003
73 103 S 75 / S 150 1.17 Available 40478280001
47 52 W 105 / W 180 1.59 Available 39145640008
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From:Heidi Liebwein <heidi.liebwein@sbcglobal.net>
Sent:Wednesday, January 13, 2016 2:08 AM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:Golden Gate Growth Management meeting at Collier Extension
Good morning,
During the meeting it was said we were to go on the website and provide feedback. I tried and was not successful as to
where, so I am sending my thoughts in this email.
I do not think you should build in Golden Gate, the people who bought out there were aware of the drive when they
bought out in Golden Gate. IF they are willing to accept being very rural and the drive in to retail stores, then that is
how they wanted it, or they would not have bought out so far.
Please do not build in Golden Gate.
Thank you,
Heidi Liebwein
Property owner in GG
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From:Susie Mahon <susiemahon@comcast.net>
Sent:Wednesday, October 05, 2016 9:40 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Future of Golden Gate Estates
We won't be able to get to the meeting tomorrow evening but wanted to give our input. We would love it if Green Blvd
could be extended to 16th. We live at what used to be at the corner of White Blvd and 23rd street sw - but now it's a
"sweeping curve". Drivers love to speed around that curve and there have been several accidents - they don't all show
up in accident reports because they're mostly one car accidents - people being stupid and running into our fence or
mailbox- then they leave. The traffic on this corner is really bad especially between 3 and 6 pm - it's very difficult to get
out of our driveway safely during that time. Is there a way to reroute the landscape trucks and trailers? - all the
landscape companies out here seem to have grown by leaps and bounds - Stahlmans, Renfroe and Jackson, Case and
then there's American Farms - some of their trucks are now double semis. The 45 mph speed limit is way too fast when
they're going around this curve and many times people are passing each other on the curve or when they straighten out
in front of our house. Also, all these trucks are going to tear the roads up.
Also, would it be possible to widen the lanes on White Blvd a little- some of the vehicles/ trucks are so wide they hardly
fit in the lane.
Thank you, Charlie and Susie Mahon
Sent from my iPhone
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From:Ron and Lilianne <militorl@rogers.com>
Sent:Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:50 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Future of Rural Golden Gate
Good afternoon
Thank you for the invitation to the community meeting held October 6th. Unfortunately we are in
Canada right now and could not attend. We own a home at 4325 10th St. N.E. which intersects with
47th Ave N.E.
47th Ave is a well travelled street that runs off of Immokalee Road. In term of safety, this is a very
narrow street with many children meeting their school buses every weekday morning. Many parents
can be seen waiting at each corner with their kids in the car because it is not safe for them to wait for
the school bus on the side of the road.
The entrance to our neighborhood where 47th intersects with Immokalee needs a face-lift. It would
be very nice to see nice landscaping and lighting on both corners to welcome residents and guests
coming into the area
Thank you
Sincerely
Ron and Lilianne Milito
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From:castillaglass120@gmail.com
Sent:Friday, September 30, 2016 12:05 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Future Plan recommendation
Please open I-75 and Everglades Exit the ramp is there, we need acces
Thank you
Angel and Ingrid Castilla
Sent from Mail for Windows 10
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From:Octavio Sarmiento Jr <sammyosjr@yahoo.com>
Sent:Wednesday, September 21, 2016 5:06 PM
To:JenkinsAnita
Cc:Kitty Paz
Subject:PARADISE FACILITIES
Attachments:BROSURE_0301.pdf; collier_2016_sde031519696081546.jpg; EMAIL_0305.pdf; LETTER_
0304.pdf; patio and legalization-Model.pdf 1 (6 files merged) (2).pdf; PROPERTY
APPRAISER_0302.pdf; SURVEY.pdf
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Hi Anita, How are you?
Hope you are doing well, we spoke on the phone few times in reference of a Church and
now we also have this other Project that we had start prior, We are now also informing
you of the intend and plans of Extension to the Existing Home Care Facility.
I am attaching letter, documentation of the Home Care Facility, Parcel ID, Site Plan,
Additions and Expanding Plans and more, so you can be aware of our intentions. Plans of
expanding and adding from Six Residents to a total of 14 Residents and we love for you
to add us and help us, so we can count with you and the County to be part of this new
changes to the Golden Gate Master Plan, that will allow us to Expand. We like obtain
that window of opportunities and continue our project, which then will continue with SDP
building permits and others.
Let me know if there is anything else you may need from us.
My best Regards
Thank you
Octavio
OCTAVIO SARMIENTO JR
ASSA-AGENCIAS SARMIENTO S.A
Permit Consultant
239-601-0485
sammyosjr@yahoo.com
www.permitandplans.com
1100 Commercial Blvd #118
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From:JenkinsAnita
Sent:Thursday, October 06, 2016 7:55 AM
To:ScottTrinity; WilkisonDavid
Cc:VanLengenKris
Subject:FW: Future of Golden Gate Estates
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
FYI - sharing issues identified
-----Original Message-----
From: Susie Mahon [mailto:susiemahon@comcast.net]
Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2016 9:40 PM
To: GGAMPRestudy
Subject: Future of Golden Gate Estates
We won't be able to get to the meeting tomorrow evening but wanted to give our input. We would love it if Green Blvd
could be extended to 16th. We live at what used to be at the corner of White Blvd and 23rd street sw - but now it's a
"sweeping curve". Drivers love to speed around that curve and there have been several accidents - they don't all show
up in accident reports because they're mostly one car accidents - people being stupid and running into our fence or
mailbox- then they leave. The traffic on this corner is really bad especially between 3 and 6 pm - it's very difficult to get
out of our driveway safely during that time. Is there a way to reroute the landscape trucks and trailers? - all the
landscape companies out here seem to have grown by leaps and bounds - Stahlmans, Renfroe and Jackson, Case and
then there's American Farms - some of their trucks are now double semis. The 45 mph speed limit is way too fast when
they're going around this curve and many times people are passing each other on the curve or when they straighten out
in front of our house. Also, all these trucks are going to tear the roads up.
Also, would it be possible to widen the lanes on White Blvd a little- some of the vehicles/ trucks are so wide they hardly
fit in the lane.
Thank you, Charlie and Susie Mahon
Sent from my iPhone
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public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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From:ScavoneMichelle
Sent:Wednesday, October 19, 2016 4:07 PM
To:militorl@rogers.com
Cc:VanLengenKris; WilkisonDavid; JenkinsAnita; ScottTrinity; KhawajaAnthony; AhmadJay;
WilkisonDavid; PutaansuuGary; LulichPamela
Subject:RE: TO 6153 / RE: Future of Rural Golden Gate
Mr. and Mrs. Milito,
Thank you for providing your comments. We appreciate your input. Staff will be reviewing all input
received and forwarding to appropriate staff for future planning and programming as funding availability
permits.
On behalf of Staff,
Michelle Scavone, GMD Operations Coordinator
From: Ron and Lilianne [mailto:militorl@rogers.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 11, 2016 4:50 PM
To: GGAMPRestudy
Subject: Future of Rural Golden Gate
Good afternoon
Thank you for the invitation to the community meeting held October 6th. Unfortunately we are in Canada right now and could
not attend. We own a home at 4325 10th St. N.E. which intersects with 47th Ave N.E.
47th Ave is a well travelled street that runs off of Immokalee Road. In term of safety, this is a very narrow street with many
children meeting their school buses every weekday morning. Many parents can be seen waiting at each corner with their kids in
the car because it is not safe for them to wait for the school bus on the side of the road.
The entrance to our neighborhood where 47th intersects with Immokalee needs a face-lift. It would be very nice to see nice
landscaping and lighting on both corners to welcome residents and guests coming into the area
Thank you
Sincerely
Ron and Lilianne Milito
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electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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From:Jayne Sventek <jsventek1@hotmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, February 16, 2017 6:27 AM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Possible improvements
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Completed
Good morning...
Thanks for the update on the meeting, unfortunately, I have out of town guests coming that day. If things change we
hope to attend.
My question concerns cell phone towers, which I have been questioning for over fifteen years for our area. It doesn't
matter if it is ATT or VERIZON, our area which is directly off 951 between Pine Ridge and Vanderbilt, have limited cell
signal.
In fact, we built in 1990 and not much has changed near us. When we pass Logan and head towards 951 on Pine Ridge
Road, passing Temple Shalom, the signal has always cut out and becomes garbled. My friends know my location while
driving when I am on the phone as I pass. Also, the fairly new Publix at 951 and Pine Ridge, is known for no signal once
you step inside. Even our street has limited cell reception and we have a unit in our home from ATT to boost cell
strength. It is a microcell tower, they call it. I have contacted at numerous times, both cell companies and they inform
me a tower is governed by county rules and regulations. They can only be installed on a school, fire station etc grounds.
This needs to be looked into and see what areas need the tower, not the best spot for the tower, held by the county. I
welcomed one on my nearly three acres years ago.
I am not sure if this issue is on the agenda, but needs to be looked into. Come and ride with me for a day and hear how
bad the signal is. Is there an agenda at this point, you may send to residents? Thank you and I wait to hear from your
office. Have a great day.
Mrs. Patrick B. Sventek
4680 First Avenue SW
Naples, FL
Sent from my iPad
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From:Michael R. Ramsey <michael.r.ramsey@embarqmail.com>
Sent:Thursday, February 09, 2017 2:05 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:JenkinsAnita; Jflan241@aol.com; petergaddy@gmail.com; 'Tim Nance'
Subject:RE: Estates bridges
The 3 bridges that went through the MPO and were approved for funding and construction, were in the original bridge
study from the E of 951 Horizon Report and recommended by all Emergency Response Agencies are:
1. 8th St. NE at Cypress Canal
2. 16th St. NE at Cypress Canal
3. 47th Ave NE at Golden Gate Main Canal
As these 3 bridges move through engineering and permitting they have acquired more construction cost and it appears
that we may get only 1. The extra costs are coming from items such as sidewalks and tiebacks causing additional
permitting costs especially in mitigation
The #4 bridge needed is a t 10th Ave SE over the Faka Union Canal. This bridge is needed because south of the
Golden Gate Blvd the residents on Desoto and Everglades do not have the ability to have Emergency Agencies respond
to them in 8 minutes. In many cases the response time is 15 minutes or more. Second there is only 1 evacuation route
on for residents of Desoto. This bridge would allow more evacuation options for residents of both Everglades and
Desoto south of Golden Gate Blvd. Third the Bridge would allow more access to Palmetto Elementary School as an
Evacuation Shelter.
Ramsey
From: VanLengenKris [mailto:KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net]
Sent: Thursday, February 9, 2017 8:50 AM
To: Michael R. Ramsey
Cc: JenkinsAnita
Subject: Estates bridges
Mike:
At last night’s meeting, you mentioned “three bridges” that the GGEACA determined to be high safety/evacuation
related. The first one you previously provided to me: 10th Ave SE between E’glades and De Soto.
Can you please identify the others. We plan to speak with Transportation Dept. about a number of issues, and would like
full input and clarity on the GGEACA recommendation.
Thanks,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
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From:Carol Pratt <tjack730@aol.com>
Sent:Saturday, June 17, 2017 6:43 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Wildlife and Greenway
To All Whom This Concerns:
Although wildlife and green spaces weren’t the biggest consideration in GGE community development, it was prominent
none-the-less (in the “clouds”, these were some of the larger words).
With the many road extensions and expansions slated in future development, now is the time to make plans for wildlife,
which many of us in GGE value and consider a quality of life issue.
Vanderbilt Beach Road Extension (VBX) has been continually moved forward on the list of projects in the county. Do you
know existing natural wildlife corridors will cross this road once it is extended? I hope the county will plan for wildlife
underpasses on VBX, and also consider other safeguards to protect the multitude of species which inhabit this area,
including protected species such as fox squirrels, gopher tortoises, and Florida Panthers.
For all future roads, plans should include the safeguarding of wildlife with underpasses, fences, through education, etc.
As you well know, it is easier and more cost effective to get ahead of something like this, then to try to fix something
later.
Currently, Jim Flanagan (Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association, of which I am also a member) and I are trying to get
signage to warn drivers to be on the lookout for bears, panthers, and other wildlife on the roadways. This will also
inform newcomers of the existence of bears and panthers in the county, which still comes as a surprise to many GGE
residents. Signage of this nature should be a part of the Master Plan.
A greenway has been brought up many times in the discussion of the Master Plan. A bicycle and pedestrian trail could be
made alongside VBX. An independent trail is what I am suggesting - not a narrow path which is actually part of the road.
I hope you will put, or keep, wildlife conservation as a part of the GGE Master Plan. If you need more information on
anything I have written, please let me know and I will provide it. It has been my experience that the majority of people
living in GGE want wildlife as part of their community.
Thank you for considering my thoughts and suggestions.
Sincerely,
Carol M. Pratt
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The Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association Inc.
PO. Box 990596, Naples, FL 34116-6002
Estates-Civic.org
11-02-16 GGEACA Board Meeting Discussion –
Rural Golden Gate Estates Issues Growth Management Plan Update
November 2, 2016
Kris VanLengen
Collier County Growth Management Department
Growth Management Plan ReStudy Manager
GGAMP ReStudy - Rural Estates
Mr. VanLengen,
The Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association held a working session on 10-08-16 in preparation
for providing input to the GGAMP ReStudy. The following concepts were presented for discussion
and reviewed at our 11-02-16 GGEACA Board Meeting. We present them to you for discussion and
incorporation with the public comments for the GGAMP ReStudy.
Further consideration and discussion is also suggested for the challenges and opportunities to allow
for “agricultural past-times” and agricultural-related “eco-tourism” in the rural areas.
As well, further definition and discussion of home-based businesses and recognizing the impacts to
neighbors and infrastructure for certain business operations.
The following concepts are consistent with a low-density, low-impact, rural residential community.
Further definition of “rural character” and “self-sustainability” will help better define the concepts of
community character and practical application that many people who consider Golden Gate Estates
their home and why they moved here. The large-lot, low-density woodlands/agricultural environment
associated with this unique place is rare among community choices - such is rare in Florida real estate
as well as across the United States - and what makes Golden Gate Estates so desirable.
Thank you for your leadership in this effort and the opportunity to provide input to the future of our
community through the GGAMP ReStudy and the overall Comprehensive Growth Management
ReStudy
Respectfully,
Mike Ramsey, President
Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association
On behalf of the Board of Directors
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A. Complementary Land Uses
1.) Formal Low Density Overlay for the Rural Estates – eliminate densification of E zoning
Benefits: * DRGR/Watershed over 90,000 acres at no cost to the taxpayer
Complimentary to Corkscrew Community and Sending lands in
RFMUD and RLSA
• Well Field Protection – county and municipal (Naples)
• Community Character
• Secondary habitat transition between Conservation land and development
2.) Incentivize the recombination of 1.14 acre lots (legal non-conforming)
Development credit (voluntary TDR program) for use in urban density and infill?
See also GGWIP
3.) Update LDC regarding compatibility requirements, setbacks, and buffers for all non-residential
uses in the Estates including but not limited to Convenience Commercial, Churches, Schools,
utilities.
4.) Update LDC regarding land clearing regulation and setbacks, for all uses to be consistent
with Wildfire safety and management recommendations established by the Collier County Fire
Districts and the Florida Forest Service. 30 feet of defensible space and acceptable setbacks for
all Estates lots to allow access of emergency vehicles and equipment
Consideration: Completion of the Estates Community Wildfire Protection Plan
5.) Establish appropriate Setbacks and Buffers and compatibility standards for all adjacent
RFMUD and RLSA land uses. Previously recommended changes permitting non
residential land uses in the RFMUD must be applied so as to preserve the rural residential
character of Golden Gate Estates. To that end, it will be essential to establish appropriate
buffers and transitional uses, together with appropriate controls over the location of utility
service lines and transportation corridors. To achieve these goals the following
recommendations are submitted:
a.) Projects directly abutting residential property shall provide, at a minimum, a one-hundred
(100) foot wide buffer in which no parking or water management uses are permitted. Twenty-
five (25) feet of the width of the buffer along the developed area shall be a landscape buffer
type C as outlined in the LDC. A minimum of fifty (75) feet of the buffer width shall consist
of retained or created native vegetation and must be consistent with appropriate subsections of
the Collier County Land Development Code (LDC). The 100 foot buffer shall not be part of a
setback, but will be a separately platted tract. Setbacks shall be a minimum of 50% of the
height of any structure other than single family.
b.) A solid masonry or concrete wall 8’ high and on a 3’ berm at the development (RFMUD)
side of the 100’ buffer shall be required. The buffer area shall be supplemented where needed
to assure an 80% opacity is reached within one year.
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c.) All lighting shall be consistent with the Dark Skies initiative. Parking lot lighting shall be
restricted to bollards except as may be required to comply with lighting standards in the Land
Development Code (Ordinance #04-41, as amended) and other governing regulations.
d.) Rural roadways as typically used within the Golden Gate Estates neighborhoods shall not
be used for access or utility conveyance to any new development. Appropriate truck route
management tools need to be employed to limit Community impact from adjacent
development.
All adjacent RFMUD and RLSA residential and commercial uses should be considered.
6.) Develop Rural Architectural Standards
7.) Develop Rural Median Landscape Standards
B. Transportation and Mobility -Roads
1.) Complete the study for a New I-75 Interchange in the vicinity of Everglades Blvd.
Consideration: Restricting expansion of Everglades Blvd. to 4 lanes to service Estates needs.
RLSA growth Management planning should address appropriate right of way and developer
contribution to meet RLSA transportation needs for the predicted population growth (est.
300,000+) in this planning area. No unreasonable impact on the established low density
Estates.
2.) Prioritization of the improvement of Wilson Boulevard North to commercial services, and the
Wilson Extension south to White Lake Boulevard to link Golden Gate Estates to North Belle
Meade Receiving lands and future economic development. Provide a needed road corridor to the
north, south, and west. Wilson-Benfield Corridor Study.
3.) Extend White Lake Boulevard east to the proposed new I-75 Interchange in the vicinity of
Everglades Blvd.
4.) Complete the Green Boulevard Extension Study to identify an East-West corridor
linking North Belle Meade Receiving lands to CR 951 and points west.
Consideration: Extension of Golden Gate Parkway rather than Green Blvd., to improve
connectivity and reduce the need for excessive Eminent Domain through the Estates.
5.) Complete the Randall Boulevard Extension Study to identify an East-West corridor to
the RLSA. S Curve Concept review.
Consideration: Improvements to intersection of Randall Blvd and Immokalee Road are a
critical infrastructure need and the choke-point of Randall/Oilwell/Immokalee Rd. Consider
an emergency declaration to accelerate needed improvements at this intersection due of
impending transportation failures.
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C. Economic Vitality – Commercial Development
1.) Commercial Goods, Services, Jobs for the Estates provided primarily from zoning in
adjacent areas including: Orange Tree PUD, RFMUD Receiving Lands (846 Partners, N.
Belle Meade), and RLSA (Rural Lands West)
2.) Possible focused Commercial Overlay within the Estates adjacent to existing
Commercial in the Randall Blvd. / Oil Well Rd. area east to the intersection of Wilson
Blvd. and Immokalee Rd.
* Along Randall Blvd. adjacent to Publix (already zoned/)
* Randall Curve / Golden Gate Land Trust 40 acre parcel across from Orangetree
* Wilson Blvd. / Immokalee Rd. intersection
3.) Update Standards/Size of Convenience Commercial parcels in the Estates to provide
sufficient (increased) area for road development, septic/wastewater treatment, and water
retention
D. Environmental Stewardship / Watershed Management
Water Resources Management:
1.) Incentivize single family Water retention/detention and Dispersed Water Storage in the
Estates to retain / detain storm water and promote groundwater recharge. Ponds, swales, other
2.) Support completion of the North Golden Gate Watershed Improvement Plan.
GGWIP to improve drainage, support aquifer recharge, integrate with Picayune restoration.
3.) Consideration of ASR Wells in Receiving lands, especially Sec15 T49S R27E to retain/detain
water from the Golden Gate Main Canal.
4.) Development of the C-1 Connector Canal and weirs to divert storm water east from the Golden
Gate Main Canal to points south and east.
5.) Update regulation of impervious surface/percolation on different size Estates Lots.
a. Special treatment (more restrictive) for legal, non-conforming 1.14 acre lots
6.) Review impacts and unintended consequences of a recent Ordinance (1 acre impervious rule)
requiring berming and containment of water on residential properties as this impedes natural
sheetflow. Intent of ordinance may have an urban coastal zone purpose and intent, however rural
woodlands interface functions differently
7.) Plan for County Septic Disposal Facility to facilitate proper maintenance and legal disposal of
septic waste and encourage responsible, legal management of waste from private on-site sewage
treatment and disposal systems.
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Environmental/ Conservation:
1.) Develop policies that discourage the migration of climax predators from conservation lands
and RFMUD and RLSA Sending lands into the residential interface in Golden Gate Estates
other and adjacent areas.
2.) Consider the development of a Voluntary TDR program and Bank to facilitate the transfer
process of development credits granted for the recombination of 1.14 acre lots and wetland lots
that are fundamentally unbuildable and included in the GGWIP overlay
3.) Consider Dark Sky lighting standards for rural areas for lighting at transportation infrastructure,
commercial development centers, conditional use areas, and for residential standards.
4.) Consider planning for future landfill in RLSA area given the planned population, proximity of
waste disposal to eastern-drifting center of the County’s residential population, and expected life
and capacity of existing Collier County landfill.
General Perspectives for Consideration:
General recognition, distinction and acknowledgement that one size does not fit all relative to
County-wide application of standards of law and community character.
Consideration: Urban Coastal Zone functions differently than eastern rural areas, and as such,
review processes for growth management plan changes and Land Development Plan changes
should take into consideration the local application and applicability and evaluate for
unintended consequences and diverging, inconsistent and incongruent intents of such changes.
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28 November 2016
Kris VanLengen
Collier County Growth Management Department
Growth Management Plan ReStudy Manager
GGAMP ReStudy - Rural Estates
RE: Follow up on 02 November 2016 letter regarding GGAMP
Mr. VanLengen,
The Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association have received more input after the 03 November
2015 GGAMP workshop regarding the Eastern Golden Gate Estates future growth.
Thank you for your leadership in this effort and the opportunity to provide input to the future of our
community through the GGAMP ReStudy and the overall Comprehensive Growth Management
Restudy.
Respectfully,
Mike Ramsey, President
Golden Gate Estates Area Civic Association
On behalf of the Board of Directors
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Surface Water Management / Drainage
This is considered to be the highest priority for determination for the Rural Estates and is dependent on the water
management through and around the N Belle Meade Area of the RFMUD. The continued buildout of the Rural
Estates and the RFMUD north of I-75 and west of the RLSA, will significantly increase impervious surface area
and storm water runoff. Concurrently, there is concern for protecting groundwater recharge for the multiple
areas that depend on Rural Estates groundwater resources. This issue directly effects future Residential property
protection, Economic Development, Water Resources, Wildfire Protection and Transportation Design. The
planning effort that needs to be undertaken would update the drainage of water from the Rural Estates to the
Henderson Creek Canal. Both Marco Island Utilities and Rookery Bay are looking for more water.
Economic Diversification / Development
This would be the second prioritization after future surface water management has been reviewed. Economic
Diversification / Development within the Rural Estates is small commercial nodes at selected intersections with
each node totaling approximately 80 acres maximum. Planning of the Rural Estates nodes and zoning will be
significantly influenced by the larger commercial diversification / development in the adjacent areas of the
RFMUD and RLSA. The Rural Estates seeks coordination of with the RFMUD and RLSA with the larger
commercial areas. Also, the design, planning and zoning for the Rural Estates Small Commercial Node areas
with be greatly influenced by drainage and ground water availability.
Transportation Design
These would the 3rd area of Prioritization after Surface Water Management and Economic Diversification /
Development have been reviewed. These are to be added to the recommendations in the First Letter of 02 Nov
2016. These recommendations should be added to the GGAMP for Rural Estates because they are not discussed
or transmitted in any other part of planning for the Rural Estates. These recommendations are not to replace the
MPO efforts.
a. No expansion of roads from 2 lane to 4 lane, East of Everglades Blvd.
b. Prioritize transportation design that moves traffic North and South within the Rural Estates.
a. Prioritize installing a bridge on 8th St. SE @ Frangipani.
c. Prioritize expansion of Randall Blvd, 2 lanes to 4 from Immokalee Road to Everglades
d. Do not allow "S" curve from Randall to Oil Well.
e. Prioritize Future I-75 interchange at or east of Desoto Blvd.
f. No more "chicanes" or other traffic slowing designs that prevents school buses or other vehicles from safely
traveling a 2 lane road in opposite directions.
Cell Towers
More locations should be identified for Cell Tower Construction. Residents favor improving cell tower
coverage. Prioritizing land zoning for this development is needed.
1 acre Impervious Rule
This rule was imposed on residential development in the Rural Estates without study or discussion. This rule
requires singly family lot owners to implement surface water retention if the amount of impervious surface on
their lot exceeds 1 acre. This rule needs to be eliminated. The impacts of these rule are:
a. Significant increase to the road drainage swales
b. Significant increase to the Big Cypress Basin Canals without planning
c. Ecolcogical damage to adjacent wetlands by drying them out, preventing water flow.
d. Significant increase in wildfire danger by draining wetlands faster in the dry season.
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Collier Soil & Water Conservation District Dennis P. Vasey, Chairman
14700 Immokalee Road, Suite B
Naples, Florida 34120-1468
February 17, 2017
Mr. Leo E. Ochs, Jr., County Manager
County Manager's Office
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34112-5746
Dear Mr. Ochs,
The Board of Supervisors believes that wetland parcels constitute a valuable resource for carbon
sequestration. Ecosystem enclosures 1, 2 and 3, attached.
The District has a keen interest in parcels purchased to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife,
plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the residents of Collier County. Specifically, the
Board of Supervisors believes that Conservation Collier Program parcels, when evaluated for their carbon
sequestration value, could serve as a bank for funding maintenance and salaries, annually, and provide a
substantial water quality and incentive opportunity for mitigation purposes in response to code
enforcement and permit activity.
The District reviewed the "Wetlands and Climate Change" article in light of using county-owned
Conservation Collier Program wetland parcels to provide Transfer of Development Rights incentives from
a "Bank." To create the Bank would require a list of Conservation Collier Program wetland parcels. Once
provided, the District would create and manage, under an Interlocal Agreement, a log of wetland
sequestration value, prepare documents of sale of whole or fractional share sales, and undertake
monitoring activities.
Sincerely,
Dennis P. Vasey
Attachments:
a/s
Cc: The Honorable Penny Taylor, Chairman, 3299 E Tamiami TRL, STE 303, Naples, FL 34112
Mr. Steve Carnell, Department Head, Public Services Department, 3299 E Tamiami TRL, Naples, FL
34112
Vacant
Group 1
Nancy Richie
Group 2
Dennis P. Vasey
Group 3
Clarence Tears
Group 4
Rob Griffin
Group 5
Web Site: http://www.collierscd.org
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NORTH COLLIER FIRE CONTROL AND RESCUE DISTRICT
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
M. James Burke Christopher L. Crossan Norman E. Feder J. Christopher Lombardo John O. McGowan
February 14, 2017
Leo Ochs, County Manager
Collier County Manager’s Office
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34112
Mr. Ochs:
Please allow this letter to evidence the support of the North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District
for the approval and construction of the following bridges currently contained in the Golden Gate
Estates Bridges project:
10th Avenue S.E. between Everglades and Desoto
8th Street N.E. from Golden Gate Blvd. to Randall Blvd.
16th Street N.E. from Golden Gate Blvd. to Randall Blvd.
47th Avenue N.E. from Immokalee Road to Everglades Blvd.
The connectivity that these bridges would increase public safety with enhanced mobility allowing
for faster response times for emergency services (EMS, Fire, CCSO) and improved evacuation routes
during hurricanes, wildfires or other natural disasters. These bridges are supported by both the
Horizon Study and the Bridge Study (2009).
We ask that Collier County Growth Management seriously consider approving these bridges within
the Golden Gate Estates Bridges project which will assuredly enhance life safety for the residents
and communities in the area.
Sincerely,
James Cunningham
Fire Chief
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Correspondence Regarding Western Golden Gate Estates
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From:Chris Henning <chenning@continentalfin.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 10, 2017 4:06 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:rrosin@peat.com; ELLEN ROSENBERG (ellenrosenbergdesign@gmail.com)
Subject:RE: Golden Gate Area Master Plan restudy.
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Completed
Mr. Van Lengen:
To carry forward from our previous discussion, we own 2 parcels in the Golden Gate Area Master Plan- Urban Estates.
These parcels are 6715 Golden Gate Parkway (currently a residence) and the approximately 7 acre parcel (as referenced
here- the “Undeveloped Parcel”) at the north-west corner of Golden Gate Parkway and Santa Barbara Blvd.
Our objective with these parcels is to develop a commercially-viable project.
Our group purchased the Undeveloped Parcel in 2007 with the intention of building a medical office building for Anchor
Health. At the time, one of the partners formerly associated with our group, Paul Zampell, was in the process of building
a medical office for Anchor Health on 951. Paul believed that Anchor wanted to proceed with our parcel as well.
Unfortunately, after acquiring the Undevleoped Parcel, Anchor Health, the prospective tenant, decided that it no longer
wanted to expand its office locations and withdrew from the project.
Having lost our intended tenant and unable to locate an alternate medical office user, we ordered a market study which
identified healthcare as a use which would generate sufficient demand to support development. We incurred significant
architectural and planning costs in the course of coming up with a mix of assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing,
and independent living units on the property. The PUD did not support alternate healthcare uses so we sought zoning
relief which ultimately was tabled shortly before Mr. Joseph Rosin, Mr. Zampell’s original partner, passed away.
The Undeveloped Parcel is one of 2 parcels designated as Golden Gate Estates Commercial Infill Subdistrict on the
“Future Land Use Map.” Note that though referred to as “Future” on the map, it is the land use zoning currently in place
for the undeveloped parcel. We are limited to a single story structure of not more than 35,000 square feet, and the only
permitted use is for medical office. Unfortunately, the limitations imposed make this parcel nearly impossible to develop
and none of the prospective purchasers who have contacted us, are interested in the current zoning.
We would like to develop this property for commercial purposes consistent with other properties in the area, such as
the CVS across the street from us. The corner parcel across from us to the south on Golden Gate has, to our knowledge,
been acquired with the intention of commercial development. As more residents move to the area, it is only natural that
signalized corner parcels such as ours be developed with retail uses to support them.
We appreciate your consideration and would request either that the Commercial Infill Subdistrict restrictions be
changed, or that the Development Parcel be moved to a new designation that would allow for more commercial options
than currently exist.
Should you have any suggestions in terms of participating in the general master plan review process that is going on,
please let us know.
Sincerely,
Chris Henning III
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847-291-3700
From: VanLengenKris [mailto:KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net]
Sent: Friday, June 10, 2016 3:43 PM
To: chenning@continentalfin.com; rrosin@peat.com
Cc: jenglish@barroncollier.com; dgenson@barroncollier.com; JenkinsAnita
Subject: Golden Gate Area Master Plan restudy.
Chris and Robert:
We discussed a property of interest to you approximately 2 months ago. It is located in a future land use designation:
Golden Gate Estates Commercial Infill Subdistrict. It is zoned PUD, and located in the northwest quadrant of the Santa
Barbara and Golden Gate Parkway intersection.
As an update, we began a series of public outreach meetings, all introductory in nature, pertaining to Rural Estates,
Urban Estates and GG City. We will resume in the fall with topics more granular in nature, such as comp plan and zoning
subdistrict overlays. A meeting summary of the Urban Estates introductory meeting can be found at:
http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-s-z/zoning-division/community-planning-section/golden-gate-
area-master-plan-restudy/public-workshops .
1. My notes indicate that you were considering sending an e-mail at some point to express your points of view.
2. I thought you might be interested to know that we met with Barron Collier engineers/planners, who expressed an
interest in development in the SW quadrant of the same intersection. In case you think there might be
commonality of interest or perspective, I have copied them on this e-mail and you may wish to contact them
directly.
Sincerely,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
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From:WeeksDavid
Sent:Wednesday, June 10, 2015 6:13 PM
To:wconfoy@comcast.net
Cc:VanLengenKris
Subject:RE: MEETING
Mr. Confoy,
How about June 24 at 3:00pm? I would be joined by colleague Kris van Lengen, Community Planning
Manager.
David Weeks
David Weeks, AICP, Growth Management Manager
Collier County Government, Growth Management Department
Zoning Division, Comprehensive Planning Section
2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Naples, FL 34104
phone: 239-252-2306; E-fax: 239-252-6689
email: davidweeks@colliergov.net ; website: www.colliergov.net
From: wconfoy@comcast.net [mailto:wconfoy@comcast.net]
Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 1:55 PM
To: WeeksDavid
Subject: FW: MEETING
Dear David
Thank you for accepting this email requesting your time to visit with some of your fellow
Naples citizens for discussion of the upcoming review of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan.
Specifically we represent the neighborhoods that would be affected by any
change proposed to Golden Gate Parkway between Livingston Rd. and Santa Barbara.
We hope to present our reasons for opposing such changes as not being in the best interests
of the surrounding Communities at large.
We have a roll up display showing each property owner along this gateway & will demonstrate
why the residents on both sides of the street wish it to maintain its residential character.
Many of us have lived here 20, even 30, years, have our families close-by & wish to maintain
the Master plan as it was written by the County.
Yes, it might be a bit early but the summer is upon us and our schedules never seem to be in sync.
Better to give you an early look see into what is ahead, than when it is right upon us.
We know that the outsiders are working towards the opposite goals & have been visiting persons
like yourself to support & endorse a re-zoning change—a change to which we are totally opposed .
Obviously we hope to show you why & solicit your support when the time arises.
Dan Brundage, Tom Collins & myself will attend; we sometimes have two others & will give you
their names when they confirm their availability to us.
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We are generally available any weekday in mid afternoon. Right now we can all be there this month
between the 23rd and the 29th in the mid to latter part of the afternoon. An hour or less is requested.
I don’t believe you would be disappointed in what we can show you.
Thank you
Bill Confoy-- 262-0802/ 643-0001
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From:Carlos Vasallo <cvasallo@comcast.net>
Sent:Friday, October 21, 2016 4:18 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Western GG Ests
Hello
Thank you for the meeting last night and keeping us informed and involved.
I would like to know what the county's plan is for the property it owns at the southwest corner
of Vanderbilt Bch Rd & Collier Blvd.
Last night there was a question about a nature trail/bike path and lack of land for it. You
might recall when Collier Boulevard was expanded a few years ago a rec. path was added on
the East side of the CR951 canal using the easement. Some units, for example units #1, #2,
#95, & #32 have a canal at the end of the streets, using the existing canal easement a loop
could be built from Vanderbilt Bch Rd to Pine Ridge Road with a nature/bike path on both
sides so residents from both sides could use it.
Please add me to your email list for future meetings.
Thank you,
Carlos Vasallo
4381 5th Ave NW
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Q. Grady Minor & Associates, P.A. Ph. 239-947-1144 Fax. 239-947-0375
3800 Via Del Rey EB 0005151 LB 0005151 LC 26000266
Bonita Springs, FL 34134 www.gradyminor.com
May 1, 2017
Mr. Kris VanLengen, AICP
Via Email: KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net
RE: Tracts 103 (east 180’), 119, and 120 Golden Gates Estates, Unit 26
Dear Mr. VanLengen:
We represent the property owner of the above referenced parcels located at the SW quadrant
of the intersection of Collier Boulevard and 13th Avenue S.W. The parcels total approximately
12.5 acres. This property had a pending Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) amendment in
2014, which the property owner requested it to be placed in abeyance, in order to participate in
the re-study process. An aerial location exhibit is attached for your convenience. We wanted to
provide you with some additional information regarding the parcel as a follow-up to our meeting
on April 4, 2017, which we believe will demonstrate that this property should be re-evaluated for
the potential of non-residential land uses as part of the re-study effort.
Under the current GGAMP, the site is designated Estates, and based on the existing criteria, the
site is only eligible for one dwelling unit per 2.25 acres. The site is ineligible for even Transitional
Conditional Uses. The property owner recognizes that the property’s proximity to the quasi-
industrial FP&L PUD, and the newly 6-lane segment of Collier Boulevard, renders it illogical and
incompatible for very low density residential uses. The property owner had previously proposed
to amend the GGAMP to re-designate this property as an additional Neighborhood Center, with
additional restrictions on buffer and setback standards for the 12.5+/- acre property.
It has been our consistent contention that the property is not appropriately designate for only
low-density residential dwellings due to the changing neighborhood conditions with the
expanded Collier Boulevard and the increasing number of vehicle trips that utilize this major
roadway corridor serving the eastern areas of Collier County. An economic analysis had also
been prepared in support of the amendment, which demonstrated that the demand for
additional office and retail services could be supported by the growing population of both Golden
Gate City and the Estates area east of Collier Boulevard. Additionally, with the then impending
expansion of Collier Boulevard to a 6-lane arterial roadway, additional pass-by trips were
anticipated, also contributing to the market viability for office, retail and service uses.
In our prior discussions with Growth Management staff, they were not supportive of an
amendment to the GGAMP that would result in retail and office development on this site. They
did; however, support an amendment that would re-designate this site as a Conditional Use Sub-
District which would then permit the owner to submit a Conditional Use for a variety of non-
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RE: Tracts 103 (east 180’), 119, and 120 Golden Gates Estates, Unit 26
May 1, 2017
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residential uses. Some of these land uses would include churches, schools, day care, group
housing/group care, private schools and social/fraternal organizations. In our most recent
discussions with you, you too acknowledged that the site may no longer be appropriately
designated to only permit low density residential development. In that meeting, we discussed
the possibility of possibly modifying the Transitional Conditional Use section of the GGAMP in
order to permit this property to qualify to apply for a conditional use. The GGAMP already
acknowledges that these conditional uses can be good transitions between non-residential and
residential land uses. We believe that a minor amendment to paragraph 3e), Special Exceptions
to Conditional Use Locational Criteria would be appropriate to specifically indicate that this
property would be eligible to seek a conditional use of the E, Estates zoning designation. The
amended language could read:
5. The east 180 feet of Tract 103, Tract 119 and Tract 120, Unit 26, Golden Gate Estates
are eligible for conditional uses as identified in Estates zoning district.
We would appreciate your consideration of this minor change to the GGAMP as you continue
your re-study efforts. We believe the unique location of this parcel adjacent to the existing FP&L
PUD, which permits not only electric generating substations, but also open equipment storage,
maintenance and fueling facilities and any other use deemed appropriate for FP&L (since the FPL
plant is no longer subject to local zoning restrictions) is incompatible with very low density
residential use. The property too, is located on a 6-lane arterial, which contributes to the
incompatibility of the site for residential use. Attached are photos of the FPL plant, the subject
property and its intersection on Collier Boulevard
Sincerely,
D. Wayne Arnold, AICP
Attachments
c: Via Email Larry Brooks
Bruce Anderson
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From:Barbara Coen <barbcoen@comcast.net>
Sent:Tuesday, May 10, 2016 7:51 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:RE: GG Master plan proposal. Keep the Estates Residential.
Dear Mr. Van Lengen,
I, too live on 68th Street S. W. and am VERY opposed to Edwin Koert's plan for my neighborhood. I would be at the
meeting tomorrow, but am in Kansas City dealing with family matters.
This man is only concerned about making a buck. He does not care at all about our residential neighborhood
I implore you to deny his request to re-zone so that he can make our neighborhood look like Pine Ridge Road. We are
not Miami, nor do we want to be!
You may contact me at: 239-777-4085 if you need more information.
Thank you for your time in this matter,
Barbara Coen
2780--68th Street S.W.
Naples, FL 34105
barbcoen@comcast. net
239-777-4085
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID
On May 10, 2016 3:51 PM, VanLengenKris <KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net> wrote:
Dear Ms. Turner:
Thank you for your interest and comment. We will preserve your comment related to Golden Gate Area Master Plan,
Western Estates. If you wish to be added to our distribution list for meeting announcements, etc., please let me know.
Respectfully,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
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From: Angela Turner [mailto:ajturner37@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 3:33 PM
To: TaylorPenny <PennyTaylor@colliergov.net>; VanLengenKris <KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net>
Cc: barbcoen@comcast.net; Dan Dagnall <dan.dagnall@gmail.com>
Subject: GG Master plan proposal. Keep the Estates Residential.
After receiving a letter regarding a meeting planned for tomorrow to possibly re-zone our residential
neighborhood to commercial I submit the following letter and past correspondence. When
Commissioner Taylor was running for election she promised us that this would not happen. I am
hoping that that promise will be kept!
Golden Gate Master Plan. Keep the Estates Residential. Golden Gate Parkway.
We have previously objected to the proposed changes in making the area between Livingston and Santa Barbara with
ANY commercializations.
We built our home in 1989 and unlike Pine Ridge Road there are too many private homes that feed onto the Parkway.
Since exit 105 from 1-75 and the overpass was put in place it is almost impossible to get out of our street as it is,
especially in season. We have already had over 3 fatalities at the end of our street and when I wrote to the County to
request a light be put in place because of the gym and Bingo hall at the end of our street and the alterations to the
other streets that have to utilize ours to make UTurns to head west it is a nightmare. The County flat out said "no, a
stop light would cause more accidents".
We have too many families with young children and children who are now learning to drive to be put in danger. Again,
Golden Gate Estates was built for residential and it was well over 30 years ago. Too many families have taken stake in
their properties and homes to be violated by commercialization.
The investors who are attempting this change are not for the benefit of the residents...it's money for their pockets. The
apartment complex that was just built on the corner of the Parkway and Livingston should prove to be another traffic
nightmare.
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Subject: GG Parkway
From: ajturner37@hotmail.com
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2014 19:37:33 -0400
To: fredcoyle@colliergov.net
Commissioner Coyle,
We, the residents off Golden Gate Parkway, recently received correspondence regarding a request to
re-zone the one mile radius that impacts our home. I wanted to share the most recent
correspondence from them and my response. I am afraid that many of our neighbors did not take
into consideration the initial letter that was sent and have not read it. This is very disturbing that
these people are trying to modify our existing peace and security.
Would you please take the time to read their proposal and let us know if there is anyway they can
actually achieve what they are asking for.
Thank you.
Angela Turner
Sent from my iPad
Begin forwarded message:
From: Angela Turner <ajturner37@hotmail.com>
Date: June 4, 2014 at 7:25:06 PM EDT
To: "edwinkoert@msn.com" <edwinkoert@msn.com>
Subject: GG parkway
Not liking this at all. Your proposing to use our street as a major road
and a gas station. I need to know who on 68th Street SW responded
to your initial letter. I already tried for a light, as I mentioned before,
and the County flat out declined. Why would 68th Street SW want to
allow the traffic and further dis-value to our homes, not to mention
the safety of our children.
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Pine Ridge extension has all the stuff they need getting off I75. That
part is hideous. We have a beautiful landscaped exit as it is, it doesn't
need to be destroyed by adding anymore commerce to the frontage
and making our homes less attractive.
Closest gas stations are already good enough for those who choose
not to use the Pine Ridge amenities.
Why are you concentrating using 68th and 60th when you don't own
any properties at the "proposed" sites for first modifications. Mr.
Perrine is the realtor for the properties that were acquired and the
owners, as well as the original company that purchased the parcels
that Wildcat I and II, whom you are the trustee, now own, knew that
these were residential. Why is he putting his on the market for 4
million and 2 million with a description that says
"Possible commercial usage, ideal for gas station, church, retail
shopping, etc". Why is he lying. Putting that out as a possibility is
baiting a proposed buyer and misleading!
Your initial mailing would have been thrown away but I had the time
to actually open and read it. Maybe that is why you have not gotten
the responses. I am certain that NO ONE on our street is going to go
for these changes.
Angela Turner
Sent from my iPad
On Jun 3, 2014, at 4:36 PM, edwinkoert@msn.com wrote:
To all who has responded:
The purpose of our rezoning initiative is not to offend
anyone, but to inform all of the property owners
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located within the GGPkwy geographic area of our
activities to have the corridor rezoned to a
commercial application. Believe me, your view "for or
against" our rezoning activity does not offend
me. Everyone has an opinion, and as such, yours, as-
well-as your peers, is just as important and will be
considered too.
I am an old Florida Boy from youth - 7-years (the East
coast - Hollywood / Ft. Lauderdale through high
school 1958) My homestead address is now a
retirement community off of I-75 Exit 240, known as
Sun City Center. However, I, as-well-as Brent have
two each 35-year old dogs in the hunt fronting
GGPkwy, and as such, I am in the Naples area quite
frequently. My specific properties are on the
West side of I-75, fronting GGpkwy, one on the North
side and one on the South side of GGPkwy. My foot
prints in the Naples area goes back to the early
sixties.
To assist you on Brent and my thoughts, I
am attaching two graphic diagrams. The
diagrams include all of the properties fronting the
East and West Side of I-75, including our suggested
modifications. The PDF diagrams can be enlarged by
increasing the zoom percent within the PDF. Also,
attached a a letter containing our thoughts on the
development of the area. You may wish to review
them, or discard them. While reading the WORD
document you may wish to have the diagrams
available. We do make the information available to
all.
As each of you are aware, initially, I released 700-
mailings. Currently, 16 of you have responded, and I
thank you for your input.
Sincerely,
Edwin H. Koert
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239-289-4420
edwinkoert@msn.com
<GGPkwy - East Side of I-75.pdf>
<GGPkwy - West Side of I-75.pdf>
<GGPkwy -032414 - Hard look at the North and South
Sides.doc>
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From:Elizabeth Foster <elizabeth@judithliegeoisdesigns.com>
Sent:Friday, October 28, 2016 12:22 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Fwd: Western Golden Gate Estates Planning Study
Sent from my iPhone
Date: October 28, 2016 at 10:58:55 AM EDT
To: <GGAMPrestudy@colliergov.net>
Subject: Western Golden Gate Estates Planning Study
To Planning and Zoning Division,
Regarding ongoing study of uses for Golden Gate Parkway from Santa Barbara
Avenue to Livingston Ave:
We request, to maintain rural character of this area, that existing zoning in this
area remain in place as currently in effect and no additional commercial use be
permitted.
Thank you,
Elizabeth Foster
2711 68th St. SW.
Naples FL34105
239-777.8818
Elifoster@hotmail.com
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From:Barbara Coen <barbcoen@comcast.net>
Sent:Wednesday, September 28, 2016 8:16 AM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Golden Gate Area Master Plan restudy
To Whom it may concern:
I have lived on 68th Street S.W. since 1989. In that time, I have watched the construction of I-75 Exit
105, the Golden Gate bridge over Airport Road, and the development of a huge apartment complex on the
corner of Golden Gate Parkway and Livingston Road.
I love my residential area and I am against letting it be taken over by companies like Race Trac and
other commercial uses. I am also concerned about any more large apartment complexes being constructed
due to the already massive traffic concession that exists now.
I wish I could attend one of the three workshops to discuss my views, but I have conflicts all 3 dates
Thank you for your consideration of my opinions,
Barbara S. Coen
2780 68th Street S.W.
Naples, FL 34105
Phone: 239-777-4085
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From:Tony Ojanovac <amoappraisals@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 11, 2016 7:04 PM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Golden Gate Area Master Plan west of Collier Blvd (CR951)
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Completed
To Whom It May Concern,
I live 2830 66th St SW and attended a meeting held by Collier County on 05/11/2016 regarding the GGAMP.
I would like to be on record that I, along with the large majority of other at the above mentioned meeting, am NOT in
favor of making any portion of Golden Gate Parkway (between Santa Barbara Blvd & Livingston Rd) commercial. There is
no need whatsoever for this proposal, as there are plenty of commercial areas within one square mile of this area. In
addition, present traffic in this area is already heavy without potential commercial use parcels.
We want the GGAMP to remain as written, as the commissioners promised, and left alone.
Anthony M. Ojanovac
Cert.Res. RD7070
AMO Appraisals, Inc.
Sent from my iPhone
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From:Daniel Jenkins <dwj2790@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, May 09, 2016 2:35 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:Golden Gate Master Plan
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Mr. VanLengen,
I am writing you to express my strong opposition to any changes to the
Golden Gate Area Master Plan along Golden Gate Parkway between
Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. I oppose the
commercialization of the Parkway or Apartments along the Parkway. I am
in favor of maintaining the "Estates" residential zoning which protects the
QUIET, RESIDENTIAL character of our neighborhood.
Thank You,
Daniel W. Jenkins
2718 68th ST SW
Naples, FL 34105
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From:Kevin Keyes <kevinkeyes99@aol.com>
Sent:Thursday, June 02, 2016 6:00 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:GGAMP
I wish to make known my opinion to any changes to the Golden Gate Area master plan along golden gate parkway
between Livingston road and Santa Barbara boulevard. I oppose the commercialization of the parkway or apartments
along the parkway. I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" residential zoning which protects the quiet, residential
character of our neighborhood.
Sent from my iPhone
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From:eflenney@comcast.net
Sent:Tuesday, May 10, 2016 3:26 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:Golden Gate Area Master Plan
This correspondence serves as my opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan
along Golden Gate Parkway, between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd.
I oppose any type of commercialization along the Parkway, or any type of apartments along the
Parkway.
I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" Residential zoning which protects the quiet, residential
character of my neighborhood; as it was meant to be.
Elizabeth Lenney
3220 66th Street SW
Resident at this address 21 years
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From:boystravel17@comcast.net
Sent:Monday, July 11, 2016 3:26 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:Commercialization of GG Parkway
Follow Up Flag:Follow Up
Flag Status:Flagged
We wish to make known our opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate area master plan along Golden Gate Parkway
between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. We oppose the commercialization of the Parkway or
apartments along the Parkway. I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" residential zoning which protects the quiet,
residential character of our neighborhood.
We are interested in receiving notices of future meetings.
Thank you,
Carmen and Jorge Lopez
2831 64th Street SW
Naples, FL 34105
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From:Jo Gennis <josephinegg@yahoo.com>
Sent:Thursday, May 05, 2016 11:24 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:GoldenGate Master Plan
This email is to notify you of my opposition to ANY changes in the Golden Gate Master Plan (along Golden Gate
Pkwy.,between Livingston Rd. and Santa Barbara Blvd.).
I oppose the commercialization and/or apartments along the Pkwy.
We must keep the "estates zoning" ( as promised ) to keep our neighborhood 100% residential. Currently, large single
family homes are being built and sold in this area. Many of the older homes have been upgraded. Children who grew up
here, are now adult homeowners. This is a prime residential area and we want to keep it that way.
Sincerely,
Larry & Josephine Gennis
2711 66 St. S.W.
Naples,Fl.34105
Sent from Jo's iPad
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From:dapbrock@comcast.net
Sent:Thursday, May 05, 2016 5:56 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:dapbrock@comcast.net
Subject:Golden Gate Area Master Plan - Opposition to Commercialization
We wish to make known our strong opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan along
Golden Gate Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. We oppose the
commercialization of the Parkway or apartments along the Parkway. We are in favor of maintaining the
"Estates" Residential Zoning which protects the quiet residential character of our beautiful neighborhood.
Please keep us informed of any changes - proposed or otherwise - at the address below.
Thank you.
Derek and Pam Brock
2845 66th Street SW
Naples, Florida 34105
dapbrock@comcast.net
Derek- 239-404-3848 cell
Pam- 239-961-5136 cell
Sent from Xfinity Connect Mobile App
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From:Whitney Murphy <wnofl@aol.com>
Sent:Monday, May 09, 2016 11:20 AM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:Oppose Commercialization of Golden Gate Parkway
I wish to make known my strong opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan along Golden Gate
Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd. I strongly oppose the commercialization of the parkway or
apartments along the parkway. I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" Residential Zoning which protects the quiet,
residential character of our neighborhood.
Please add me to the Collier County Government email list so that I may receive notices of future meetings regarding this
matter.
Thank you very much,
Whitney Murphy
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From:ohmantrisha@aol.com
Sent:Thursday, June 02, 2016 6:08 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:GGAMP
I wish to make known my opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan along Golden Gate
Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. I oppose the commercialization of the
parkway or apartments along the parkway. I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" residential zoning which
protects the quite, residential character of our neighborhood.
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From:JenkinsAnita
Sent:Friday, May 13, 2016 8:23 AM
To:Tony Ojanovac
Cc:GGAMPRestudy; VanLengenKris
Subject:RE: Golden Gate Area Master Plan west of Collier Blvd (CR951)
Tony,
Thank you for taking the time to attend the meeting and provide your written comments in the email below. Your
involvement is very much appreciated and your comments will certainly be maintained as part of the record. We have
added your email address to the distribution list and will notify you when the next public meeting is scheduled. In the
meantime, please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like additional information.
Sincerely,
Anita Jenkins, AICP
Community Planning Section
Collier County Growth Management Department
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-8288
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
-----Original Message-----
From: Tony Ojanovac [mailto:amoappraisals@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 7:04 PM
To: GGAMPRestudy
Subject: Golden Gate Area Master Plan west of Collier Blvd (CR951)
To Whom It May Concern,
I live 2830 66th St SW and attended a meeting held by Collier County on 05/11/2016 regarding the GGAMP.
I would like to be on record that I, along with the large majority of other at the above mentioned meeting, am NOT in
favor of making any portion of Golden Gate Parkway (between Santa Barbara Blvd & Livingston Rd) commercial. There is
no need whatsoever for this proposal, as there are plenty of commercial areas within one square mile of this area. In
addition, present traffic in this area is already heavy without potential commercial use parcels.
We want the GGAMP to remain as written, as the commissioners promised, and left alone.
Anthony M. Ojanovac
Cert.Res. RD7070
AMO Appraisals, Inc.
Sent from my iPhone
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a
public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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From:Lisa Pearl <lisampearl@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 11, 2016 1:24 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:Lisa; Scott Pearl
Subject:Opposition to the commercialization of the parkway
Dear Kris,
We feel very strongly about voicing our opinion and concern for the proposed development along Golden Gate Parkway.
My family and I wish to make known our opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate area master plan along Golden
Gate Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. We fully opposed the commercialization of the
parkway or apartments along the parkway. We are in favor of maintaining the estates residential zoning which protects
the quiet residential character of our neighborhood.
Please protect our town and the families that have called Naples home for over 20 years.
Scott, Lisa, Zachary and Riley Pearl
2690 66th Street Sw
Naples, Fl 34105
Downing Frye Realty
239.248.2705
LisaMPearl@gmail.com
2014 / 2015 Platinum Award Winner
www.NaplesHomeSpecialist.com
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From:Eric Solomon <elsolomon65@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, May 11, 2016 12:22 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Cc:Jessica Horowitz
Subject:Proposed Commercialization of Golden Gate Parkway
Dear Mr. VanLengen
We have lived at 2760 66th St SW, Naples since August 2013. One of the primary reasons we purchased that particular
piece of property was the longstanding developed residential nature of the community and its proximity to all Naples
has to offer.
It is important that our voices are heard at the County level. Unfortunately we are unable to personally attend tonight's
workshop regarding the commercial rezoning efforts due to prior commitments.
To be clear we wish to make it known that we vehemently oppose any changes to the Golden Gate Master Plan along
Golden Gate Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. We oppose commercialization of the
Parkway and/or apartments along the Parkway. We are in favor of maintaining the Estates Residential Zoning which
protects the quiet, residential character of our neighborhood.
We welcome all opportunity to be heard. If you wish to speak with us directly my cell number is (239) 293-7138 and
Jessica's is (239) 293-6954. You are of course also welcome to email us anytime and would be most appreciative if you
would include us on all correspondence pertaining to this matter on a go-forward basis.
Thank you for your time.
Eric Solomon & Jessica Horowitz
2760 66th Street SW
Naples FL 34105
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From:VanLengenKris
Sent:Friday, May 13, 2016 9:25 AM
To:'Don Stevenson'
Cc:Mike Bosi (MichaelBosi@colliergov.net); JenkinsAnita; FrenchJames; SawyerMichael;
WilkisonDavid
Subject:RE: GGAMP zoning change to allow Commercial Development on Golden Gate Parkway???
Attachments:GGAMP Upcoming Workshops News Release final 4-20-16.pdf; Golden Gate Area Master
Plan 2nd Workshop News Release 5-11-16.pdf
Dear Mr. Stevenson:
Thank you for your interest in the Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy (“Restudy”). Your communication will be
retained for the record, and we will add your contact information to our e-mail distribution list.
The attached notices should help explain the nature of the Growth Management Plan Restudy. These notices were
provided as press releases to local news outlets and posted on the County’s website. At the request of several residents,
this notice was also e-mailed to those residents. As the Restudy ideally involves all 36,000 households in the Golden
Gate Area, it was not financially feasible to provide letter notices to all homes.
We were pleased to provide an introduction to the Restudy to a group of residents in the Estates area west of Collier
Blvd. on May 11, 2016. As you will note, the nature of the project is to examine all aspects of the current GGAMP,
determine whether its provisions reflect the values and vision of residents and stakeholders today, and provide
observations and recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. We hope that you will visit our website
noted in the attachments, to be updated frequently, so that you can review the current plan provisions, communicate
with staff, and plan on attending future meetings as approved by the Growth Management Oversight Committee.
To our knowledge, there has been no recent rezone proposal for Golden Gate Parkway properties.
Yours,
Kris Van Lengen, JD, AICP
Community Planning Manager
Zoning Division, Collier County
2800 N. Horseshoe Dr.
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252-7268
www.colliergov.net/GMPrestudies
From: Don Stevenson [mailto:Don@DonStevensonDesign.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2016 7:38 PM
To: VanLengenKris <KrisVanLengen@colliergov.net>
Cc: FialaDonna <DonnaFiala@colliergov.net>; HillerGeorgia <GeorgiaHiller@colliergov.net>; HenningTom
<TomHenning@colliergov.net>; TaylorPenny <PennyTaylor@colliergov.net>; NanceTim <TimNance@colliergov.net>;
FrenchJames <jamesfrench@colliergov.net>; SawyerMichael <MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net>; WilkisonDavid
<DavidWilkison@colliergov.net>; BosiMichael <MichaelBosi@colliergov.net>; WeeksDavid
<DavidWeeks@colliergov.net>; jenkinsanita@colliergov.net; BellowsRay <RayBellows@colliergov.net>
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Subject: GGAMP zoning change to allow Commercial Development on Golden Gate Parkway???
Importance: High
Dear Kris,
I have been sent communications stating that the GGAMP is exploring a change in zoning to allow commercial
uses on Golden Gate Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd. My personal home is located
on 66th street SW, literally one lot away from Golden Gate Parkway. My family an I are adamantly opposed to
any changes to current zoning of the parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd. This topic has
come up previously by varied developers and we have opposed them every time they surface. I am not sure if
you are the person in charge of the upcoming workshop or not, but I received your name in connection with the
proposed workshop to discuss rezoning of the Master plan associated with the Golden Gate Parkway area
between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd.
I will be reaching out to all of my contacts in the Collier County Growth Management Division to voice my
opposition, as well as all of the county commissioners.
Over the last 20 years I have been involved in countless development projects, PUDs, SDPs Replats and
Rezones in Collier County, many of them residential and commercial rezoning projects, therefore I'm very
experienced in the process. For the record, No Public Notice was Mailed to my home address which indicates
that the public meeting may have not been properly advertised per the Collier County requirements. This is
extremely alarming to say the least, especially knowing that the various developers have been trying to sneak
this type of zoning change by the residents of this area for years now. I will be in adamant opposition to any
change to the parkway zoning, and use all my professional resources, my experience and my company resources
to make sure our neighborhood zoning remains unchanged. Commercial applications are not the right use for
this area, it is and always has been zoned residential and estates. The traffic impact study reports (TIS) for this
section go GG Parkway will also show the danger to the public if any commercial development is considered
for this area in question. Please help to keep our residential neighborhood and our children safe from the
dangerous traffic and social impacts of a change of this nature to the current zoning.
During the installation approval process of the I-75 Interchange installation in December of 2007 the
county commissioners adopted language into the Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) that
specifically and undeniably restricts any new modifications of improvements of Commercial development
on the stretch of Golden Gate Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd. other than the
existing Center Point Church and The David Lawrence Center. Please review the Master Plan language
that was adopted in 2007 and forward this information to the county commissioners and your supervisors
for review.
Please keep my email on your communication list regarding any items or communication related to and
changes to the GGAMP between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Blvd.
Thank you for your time.
Don Stevenson, President
Don Stevenson Design, Inc.
Lotus Architecture, Inc.
AA#26001786
2950 Tamiami Trail N. Suite 16
Naples, FL 34103
Phone: 239-304-3041
Email: Don@DonStevensonDesign.com
Web: www.DonStevensonDesign.com
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From:Angela Turner <ajturner37@hotmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, May 10, 2016 3:33 PM
To:TaylorPenny; VanLengenKris
Cc:barbcoen@comcast.net; Dan Dagnall
Subject:GG Master plan proposal. Keep the Estates Residential.
After receiving a letter regarding a meeting planned for tomorrow to possibly re-zone our residential
neighborhood to commercial I submit the following letter and past correspondence. When
Commissioner Taylor was running for election she promised us that this would not happen. I am
hoping that that promise will be kept!
Golden Gate Master Plan. Keep the Estates Residential. Golden Gate Parkway.
We have previously objected to the proposed changes in making the area between Livingston and Santa Barbara with
ANY commercializations.
We built our home in 1989 and unlike Pine Ridge Road there are too many private homes that feed onto the Parkway.
Since exit 105 from 1-75 and the overpass was put in place it is almost impossible to get out of our street as it is,
especially in season. We have already had over 3 fatalities at the end of our street and when I wrote to the County to
request a light be put in place because of the gym and Bingo hall at the end of our street and the alterations to the other
streets that have to utilize ours to make UTurns to head west it is a nightmare. The County flat out said "no, a stop light
would cause more accidents".
We have too many families with young children and children who are now learning to drive to be put in danger. Again,
Golden Gate Estates was built for residential and it was well over 30 years ago. Too many families have taken stake in
their properties and homes to be violated by commercialization.
The investors who are attempting this change are not for the benefit of the residents...it's money for their pockets. The
apartment complex that was just built on the corner of the Parkway and Livingston should prove to be another traffic
nightmare.
Subject: GG Parkway
From: ajturner37@hotmail.com
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2014 19:37:33 -0400
To: fredcoyle@colliergov.net
Commissioner Coyle,
We, the residents off Golden Gate Parkway, recently received correspondence regarding a request to
re-zone the one mile radius that impacts our home. I wanted to share the most recent correspondence
from them and my response. I am afraid that many of our neighbors did not take into consideration
the initial letter that was sent and have not read it. This is very disturbing that these people are trying
to modify our existing peace and security.
Would you please take the time to read their proposal and let us know if there is anyway they can
actually achieve what they are asking for.
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Thank you.
Angela Turner
Sent from my iPad
Begin forwarded message:
From: Angela Turner <ajturner37@hotmail.com>
Date: June 4, 2014 at 7:25:06 PM EDT
To: "edwinkoert@msn.com" <edwinkoert@msn.com>
Subject: GG parkway
Not liking this at all. Your proposing to use our street as a major road
and a gas station. I need to know who on 68th Street SW responded to
your initial letter. I already tried for a light, as I mentioned before, and
the County flat out declined. Why would 68th Street SW want to allow
the traffic and further dis-value to our homes, not to mention the
safety of our children.
Pine Ridge extension has all the stuff they need getting off I75. That
part is hideous. We have a beautiful landscaped exit as it is, it doesn't
need to be destroyed by adding anymore commerce to the frontage
and making our homes less attractive.
Closest gas stations are already good enough for those who choose not
to use the Pine Ridge amenities.
Why are you concentrating using 68th and 60th when you don't own
any properties at the "proposed" sites for first modifications. Mr.
Perrine is the realtor for the properties that were acquired and the
owners, as well as the original company that purchased the parcels
that Wildcat I and II, whom you are the trustee, now own, knew that
these were residential. Why is he putting his on the market for 4
million and 2 million with a description that says
"Possible commercial usage, ideal for gas station, church, retail
shopping, etc". Why is he lying. Putting that out as a possibility is
baiting a proposed buyer and misleading!
Your initial mailing would have been thrown away but I had the time to
actually open and read it. Maybe that is why you have not gotten the
responses. I am certain that NO ONE on our street is going to go for
these changes.
Angela Turner
Sent from my iPad
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On Jun 3, 2014, at 4:36 PM, edwinkoert@msn.com wrote:
To all who has responded:
The purpose of our rezoning initiative is not to offend
anyone, but to inform all of the property owners
located within the GGPkwy geographic area of our
activities to have the corridor rezoned to a commercial
application. Believe me, your view "for or against" our
rezoning activity does not offend me. Everyone has an
opinion, and as such, yours, as-well-as your peers,
is just as important and will be considered too.
I am an old Florida Boy from youth - 7-years (the East
coast - Hollywood / Ft. Lauderdale through high school
1958) My homestead address is now a retirement
community off of I-75 Exit 240, known as Sun City
Center. However, I, as-well-as Brent have two
each 35-year old dogs in the hunt fronting GGPkwy,
and as such, I am in the Naples area quite
frequently. My specific properties are on the
West side of I-75, fronting GGpkwy, one on the North
side and one on the South side of GGPkwy. My foot
prints in the Naples area goes back to the early sixties.
To assist you on Brent and my thoughts, I am attaching
two graphic diagrams. The diagrams include all of the
properties fronting the East and West Side of I-75,
including our suggested modifications. The PDF
diagrams can be enlarged by increasing the zoom
percent within the PDF. Also, attached a a letter
containing our thoughts on the development of the
area. You may wish to review them, or discard
them. While reading the WORD document you may
wish to have the diagrams available. We do make the
information available to all.
As each of you are aware, initially, I released 700-
mailings. Currently, 16 of you have responded, and I
thank you for your input.
Sincerely,
Edwin H. Koert
239-289-4420
edwinkoert@msn.com
<GGPkwy - East Side of I-75.pdf>
<GGPkwy - West Side of I-75.pdf>
<GGPkwy -032414 - Hard look at the North and South
Sides.doc>
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From:vkeyes239@aol.com
Sent:Thursday, June 02, 2016 6:34 PM
To:VanLengenKris
Subject:GGAMP
I wish to make known my opposition to any changes to the Golden Gate Area Master Plan along Golden Gate
Parkway between Livingston Road and Santa Barbara Boulevard. I oppose the commercialization of the
parkway or apartments along the parkway. I am in favor of maintaining the "Estates" residential zoning which
protects the quite, residential character of our neighborhood.
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From:Jim Duffy <jim@jimduffyconstruction.com>
Sent:Friday, October 28, 2016 10:59 AM
To:GGAMPRestudy
Subject:Western Golden Gate Estates Planning Study
To Planning and Zoning Division,
Regarding ongoing study of uses for Golden Gate Parkway from Santa Barbara Avenue to
Livingston Ave:
We request, to maintain rural character of this area, that existing zoning in this area remain in
place as currently in effect and no additional commercial use be permitted.
Thank you,
Gloria L. Cooley
James P. Duffy
2760 68th ST. SW
Naples FL34105
239-272-6881 Cell
Jamespduffy@comcast.net
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25' PRESERVE
STRUCTURE SETBACK
25' PRESERVESTRUCTURE SETBACK14365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, Florida 34104
P: 239.434.6060 F: 239.434.6084
Company Cert. of Authorization No. 00009496
GRACE ROMANIAN
CHURCH
6017 PINE RIDGE RD., #84
NAPLES, FL 34119
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
1DESIGNED BY:
DRAWN BY:
CHECKED BY:
PROJECT NO.:
A.E.R.
A.E.R.
16-0106SHEET NO:OFSHEET TITLE:
PROJECT:
DATE:REV.DESCRIPTION
REVISIONSCLIENT:PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCONCEPTUAL SITE PLANN EXHIBIT O
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N00°28'48"W 330.19'(S)
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STRUCTURE SETBACK
25' PRESERVESTRUCTURE SETBACK14365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, Florida 34104
P: 239.434.6060 F: 239.434.6084
Company Cert. of Authorization No. 00009496
GRACE ROMANIAN
CHURCH
6017 PINE RIDGE RD., #84
NAPLES, FL 34119
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
1DESIGNED BY:
DRAWN BY:
CHECKED BY:
PROJECT NO.:
A.E.R.
A.E.R.
16-0106SHEET NO:OFSHEET TITLE:
PROJECT:
DATE:REV.DESCRIPTION
REVISIONSCLIENT:PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCONCEPTUAL SITE PLANN
EXHIBIT P
Traffic Impact Statement
Grace Romanian Church
Conditional Use (CU) Zoning
Collier County, FL
06/26/2017
Prepared for: Prepared by:
Grace Romanian Church Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA
1090 31st Street SW 1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34117 Naples, FL 34110
Phone: 239-398-2527 Phone: 239-566-9551
Email: ntrebilcock@trebilcock.biz
Collier County Transportation Methodology Fee – $500.00
Collier County Transportation Review Fee – Small Scale Study – No Fee
EXHIBIT Q
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Statement of Certification
I certify that this Traffic Impact Statement has been prepared by me or under my immediate
supervision and that I have experience and training in the field of Traffic and Transportation
Engineering.
Norman J. Trebilcock, AICP, P.E.
FL Registration No. 47116
Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA
1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34110
Company Cert. of Auth. No. 27796
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Table of Contents
Project Description ......................................................................................................................... 4
Trip Generation ............................................................................................................................... 5
Trip Distribution and Assignment ................................................................................................... 6
Background Traffic .......................................................................................................................... 9
Existing and Future Roadway Network........................................................................................... 9
Project Impacts to Area Roadway Network-Link Analysis ............................................................ 10
Site Access Turn Lane Analysis ...................................................................................................... 11
Improvement Analysis .................................................................................................................. 13
Mitigation of Impact ..................................................................................................................... 13
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Project Master Site Plan .......................................................................................... 14
Appendix B: Initial Meeting Checklist (Methodology Meeting) .................................................. 16
Appendix C: Trip Generation Calculations ITE 9th Edition .......................................................... 23
Appendix D: Turning Movement Exhibits .................................................................................... 26
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Project Description
The subject project is a proposed institutional facility located in the southeast corner of Collier
Boulevard (CR 951) and Golden Gate Boulevard (CR 876) intersection. The subject parcel has a
total area of approximately 6.25 acres and lies within Section 11, Township 49 South, Range 26
East, Collier County, Florida. This parcel is partially vacant land with one single-family residential
structure (ref. Fig. 1 – Project Location Map and Appendix A: Project Master Site Plan).
Fig. 1 – Project Location Map
As illustrated in the Master Site Plan, the conditional use zoning application proposes to allow
development for a multi-purpose church related building and accessory recreational area.
For purposes of this evaluation, the project build-out year is assumed to be consistent with the
Collier County 2022 planning horizon.
The project provides a highest and best use scenario with respect to the project’s proposed trip
generation.
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The associated church multi-use amenities are considered passive incidental to the sanctuary
use and are not included in the trip generation analysis. The development program is
illustrated in Table 1.
Table 1
Development Program
Development ITE Land Use ITE Land Use
Code Total Size
Proposed Conditions Church 560 15,000 sf (300 seats)*
Note(s): *Size and seating capacity for sanctuary; sf – square feet.
A methodology meeting was held with the Collier County Transportation Planning staff on April
26, 2017, via email (refer to Appendix B: Initial Meeting Checklist).
Connections to the subject site are proposed to be provided as follows: one existing to remain
right-in/right-out access on eastbound Golden Gate Boulevard; and one full movement access
on southbound Weber Boulevard.
Trip Generation
The project’s site trip generation is based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip
Generation Manual, 9th Edition. The software program OTISS (Online Traffic Impact Study
Software, most current version is used to create the raw unadjusted trip generation for the
project. The ITE rates are used for the trip generation calculations. The ITE – OTISS trip
generation calculation worksheets are provided in Appendix C: Trip Generation Calculations
ITE 9th Edition.
Based on ITE recommendations and consistent with Collier County TIS Guidelines and
Procedures, the internal capture and pass-by trips are not considered for this project.
The estimated project weekday trip generation is illustrated in Table 2A.
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Table 2A
Trip Generation (Proposed Conditions) – Average Weekday
Note(s): (1) Sanctuary; sf – square feet.
In agreement with the Collier County TIS Guidelines and Procedures, significantly impacted
roadways are identified based on the proposed project highest peak hour trip generation (net
new external traffic) and consistent with the peak hour of the adjacent street traffic. Based on
the information contained in Collier County 2016 Annual Update and Inventory Report (AUIR),
the peak hour for adjacent roadway network is PM.
For the purpose of this analysis, the surrounding roadway network concurrency analysis is
analyzed based on projected PM peak hour traffic as illustrated in Table 2A.
The site access turn lane analysis is based on the projected higher traffic generator for LUC 560
- Church: AM and PM peak hour average weekday compared to Sunday peak hour of generator.
In addition, a Sunday peak hour of generator trip generation comparison is provided between
two variables: sanctuary Gross Floor Area (GFA) and the number of seats. For the LUC 560 –
Sunday peak hour of generator, the number of seats variable is the conservative estimate of the
two trip generations and it is used for the purposes of this report. As illustrated in the ITE LUC
560 – Additional Data, the Sunday peak hour varies between 9.00AM and 1.00 PM. The
estimated Sunday peak hour trip generation is illustrated in Table 2B.
Table 2B
Trip Generation (Sunday Operational Conditions)
Note(s): (1) Sanctuary.
Proposed Development 24 Hour Two-
Way Volume AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
ITE Land Use Size Enter Exit Total Enter Exit Total
Church 15,000 sf(1) 137 5 3 8 4 4 8
Proposed Development Sunday Peak Hour of Generator
ITE Land Use Size Enter Exit Total
Church 300 seats(1) 92 91 183
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Trip Distribution and Assignment
The traffic generated by the development was assigned to the adjacent roadways using the
knowledge of the area and as coordinated with Collier County Transportation Planning staff.
The site-generated trip distribution is shown in Table 3, Project Traffic Distribution for Peak
Hour and is graphically depicted in Fig. 2 – Project Distribution by Percentage and by PM Peak
Hour.
Table 3
Project Traffic Distribution for Peak Hour
Roadway Link
Collier
County
Link No.
Roadway Link Location
Distribution
of Project
Traffic
PM Peak Hour Project
Traffic Volume (1)
Enter Exit
Collier Blvd. 30.2 Vanderbilt Beach Rd. to
Golden Gate Blvd. 35% SB – 1 NB – 1
Collier Blvd. 31.1 Golden Gate Blvd. to
Pine Ridge Rd. 35% NB – 2 SB – 2
Golden Gate Blvd. 17.0 Collier Blvd. to Wilson
Blvd. 30% WB – 1 EB – 1
Note(s): (1) Peak hour, peak direction traffic volumes are underlined and bold to be used in Roadway Link Level of
Service calculations.
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Fig. 2 – Project Distribution by Percentage and by PM Peak Hour
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Background Traffic
Average background traffic growth rates were estimated for the segments of the roadway
network in the study area using the Collier County Transportation Planning Staff guidance of a
minimum 2% growth rate, or the historical growth rate from annual peak hour, peak direction
traffic volume (estimated from 2008 through 2016), whichever is greater.
Another way to derive the background traffic is to use the 2016 AUIR volume plus the trip bank
volume. Table 4, Background Traffic without Project, illustrates the application of projected
growth rates to generate the projected background (without project) peak hour peak direction
traffic volume for the future horizon year 2022.
Table 4
Background Traffic without Project (2016 - 2022)
Roadway Link
CC
AUIR
Link ID
#
Roadway Link
Location
2016 AUIR
Pk Hr, Pk Dir
Background
Traffic
Volume
(trips/hr)
Projected
Traffic
Annual
Growth
Rate
(%/yr)*
Growth
Factor
2022 Projected
Pk Hr, Peak Dir
Background
Traffic Volume
w/out Project
(trips/hr)
Growth
Factor**
Trip
Bank
2022
Projected Pk
Hr, Peak Dir
Background
Traffic Volume
w/out Project
(trips/hr) Trip
Bank***
Collier Blvd. 30.2
Vanderbilt
Beach Rd. to
Golden Gate
Blvd.
1,200 2.00% 1.1262 1,352 166 1,366
Collier Blvd. 31.1
Golden Gate
Blvd. to Pine
Ridge Rd.
1,867 2.00% 1.1262 2,103 40 1,907
Golden
Gate Blvd. 17.0 Collier Blvd. to
Wilson Blvd. 1,660 2.00% 1.1262 1,870 0 1,660
Note(s): *Annual Growth Rate - from 2016 AUIR, 2% minimum. **Growth Factor = (1+Annual Growth Rate)6. 2022 Projected Volume = 2016 AUIR
Volume x Growth Factor. ***2022 Projected Volume = 2016 AUIR Volume + Trip Bank. The projected 2022 Peak Hour – Peak Direction
Background Traffic is the greater of the Growth Factor or Trip Bank calculation, which is underlined and bold as applicable.
Existing and Future Roadway Network
The existing roadway conditions are extracted from the 2016 Annual Update and Inventory
Report (AUIR) and the project roadway conditions are based on the current Collier County 5-
Year Work Program. Roadway improvements that are currently under construction or are
scheduled to be constructed within the five year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) or
Capital Improvement program (CIP) are considered to be committed improvements. Collier
Boulevard improvements are currently underway and are adequately reflected in the 2016
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AUIR. As no future improvements were identified in the Collier County 2016 AUIR, the
evaluated roadways are anticipated to remain as such through project build-out. The existing
and future roadway conditions are illustrated in Table 5, Existing and Future Roadway
Conditions.
Table 5
Existing and Future Roadway Conditions
Roadway Link CC AUIR
Link ID #
Roadway Link
Location
Exist
Roadway
Min.
Standard
LOS
Exist Peak Dir,
Peak Hr
Capacity
Volume
Future
Project Build
out Roadway
Collier Blvd. 30.2
Vanderbilt
Beach Rd. to
Golden Gate
Blvd.
6D E 3,000 (SB) 6D
Collier Blvd. 31.1
Golden Gate
Blvd. to Pine
Ridge Rd.
6D D 3,000 (NB) 6D
Golden Gate
Blvd. 17.0 Collier Blvd. to
Wilson Blvd. 4D D 2,300 (EB) 4D
Note(s):
2U = 2-lane undivided roadway; 4D, 6D, 8D =4-lane, 6-lane, 8-lane divided roadway, respectively; LOS = Level of
Service
Project Impacts to Area Roadway Network-Link Analysis
The Collier County Transportation Planning Services developed Level of Service (LOS) volumes
for the roadway links impacted by the project, which were evaluated to determine the project
impacts to the area roadway network in the future. The Collier County Transportation Planning
Services guidelines have determined that a project will be considered to have a significant and
adverse impact if both the percentage volume capacity exceeds 2% of the capacity for the link
directly accessed by the project and for the link adjacent to the link directly accessed by the
project; 3% for other subsequent links and if the roadway is projected to operate below the
adopted LOS standard.
Based on these criteria, this project does not create any significant and adverse impacts to the
area roadway network. None of the analyzed links are projected to operate below the adopted
LOS standard with or without the project at 2022 future build-out conditions. Table 6,
Roadway Link Level of Service illustrates the LOS impacts of the project on the roadway
network closest to the project.
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Table 6
Roadway Link Level of Service (LOS) – With Project in the Year 2022
Roadway Link
CC
AUIR
Link
ID #
Roadway Link
Location
2016 Peak
Dir, Peak
Hr Capacity
Volume
Roadway
Link, Peak
Dir, Peak Hr
(Project Vol
Added)*
2022 Peak
Dir, Peak
Hr Volume
w/Project
**
% Vol
Capacity
Impact
By
Project
Min LOS
exceeded
without
Project?
Yes/No
Min LOS
exceeded
with
Project?
Yes/No
Collier Blvd. 30.2
Vanderbilt
Beach Rd. to
Golden Gate
Blvd.
3,000 (SB) SB – 1 1,367 0.03% No No
Collier Blvd. 31.1
Golden Gate
Blvd. to Pine
Ridge Rd.
3,000 (NB) NB – 2 2,105 0.07% No No
Golden Gate
Blvd. 17.0 Collier Blvd. to
Wilson Blvd. 2,300 (EB) EB – 1 1,871 0.04% No No
Note(s): *Refer to Table 3 from this report; **2022 Projected Volume= 2022 background (refer to Table 4) + Project Volume added.
Site Access Turn Lane Analysis
Connections to the subject site are proposed to be provided as follows: one existing to remain
right-in/right-out access on eastbound Golden Gate Boulevard; and one full movement access
on southbound Weber Boulevard. For details see Appendix A: Project Master Site Plan.
Collier Boulevard (CR 951) is a 6-lane urban divided arterial under Collier County jurisdiction,
and has a posted legal speed of 45 mph in the vicinity of the project. Based on FDOT Index 301,
design speed of 45 mph – urban conditions – the minimum turn lane length is 185 feet (which
includes a 50 foot taper) plus required queue.
Golden Gate Boulevard (CR 876) is a 4-lane urban divided arterial under Collier County
jurisdiction, and has a posted legal speed of 45 mph in the vicinity of the project. Based on
FDOT Index 301, design speed of 45 mph – urban conditions – the minimum turn lane length is
185 feet (which includes a 50 foot taper) plus required queue.
Weber Blvd is a 2-lane undivided local street under Collier County jurisdiction, and has a posted
legal speed of 30 mph in the vicinity of the project.
Project access is typically evaluated for turn lane warrants based on the Collier County Right-of-
way Manual: (a) two-lane roadways – 40vph for right-turn lane/20vph for left-turn lane; and (b)
multi-lane divided roadways – right turn lanes shall always be provided: and (c) when new
median openings are permitted, they shall always include left-turn lanes.
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Turn lane lengths required at build-out conditions are analyzed based on the number of turning
vehicles in an average one-minute period for right-turning movements, and two-minute period
for left-turning movements, within the peak hour traffic. The minimum queue length is 25 feet
and the queue/vehicle is 25 feet.
The estimated project trips at driveway locations are illustrated in Appendix D: Project Turning
Movements Exhibits.
Site Access – Eastbound Golden Gate Boulevard
A dedicated eastbound right-turn lane is warranted as the project meets the multi-lane criteria
and volume threshold. There is an existing right-turn lane approximately 260 feet long. The
proposed project is expected to generate 64 vph right-turning movements during the Sunday
peak hour of the generator. At the minimum, the turn lane should be 235 feet long (which
includes a minimum of 50 feet of storage). As such, the existing right-turn lane is adequate to
accommodate projected traffic at this location.
Site Access – Southbound Weber Boulevard
The proposed project is expected to generate 28 vph left-turning movements during the
Sunday peak hour of the generator. It is noted that the Collier County roadway network peaks
during a typical work week day. As such, the estimated project’s peak hour traffic occurs on an
off peak day. In addition, Weber Blvd. is a low volume roadway serving surrounding residential
properties.
Based on the fact that the generated traffic is not a high warranting volume and occurs on an
off peak day, it is our recommendation not to provide a left-turn lane at this project access.
A detailed evaluation of applicable access points – turn lane requirements will be performed at
the time of site development permitting/platting when more specific development parameters
will be made available.
As part of the Collier Boulevard (CR 951) and Golden Gate Boulevard (CR 876) intersection
improvements, the Weber Blvd. connection onto Golden Gate Blvd. will be reconfigured into a
right-in/right-out access.
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Improvement Analysis
Based on the link analysis and trip distribution, this project does not create any significant and
adverse impacts to the area roadway network. None of the analyzed links are projected to
operate below the adopted LOS standard with or without the project at 2022 future build-out
conditions. There is adequate and sufficient roadway capacity to accommodate the proposed
development without adversely affecting adjacent roadway network level of service.
Based upon the results of turn lane analysis performed within this report, no turn lane
improvements are recommended at the project accesses on Golden Gate Boulevard and Weber
Boulevard. A detailed evaluation of applicable access points – turn lane requirements will be
performed at the time of site development permitting/platting when more specific
development parameters will be made available.
Mitigation of Impact
The developer proposes to pay the appropriate Collier County Road Impact Fee as building
permits are issued for the project.
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Appendix A: Project Master Site Plan
(1 Sheet)
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Appendix B: Initial Meeting Checklist
(Methodology Meeting)
(6 Sheets)
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Appendix C: Trip Generation Calculations
ITE 9th Edition
(2 Sheets)
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Appendix D: Turning Movement Exhibits
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Grace Romanian Baptist Church SSGMPA
Conditional Uses Subdistrict
Exhibit “R”- Comparative Level of Service (LOS) Analysis
July, 2017
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EXHIBIT “R”
COMPARATIVE LEVEL OF SERVICE (LOS) ANALYSIS
The proposed development known as Grace Romanian Baptist Church is a ±6.25-acre property
located in Section 11, Township 49 South, and Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. The
property is bound by Collier Boulevard (C.R. 951) to the south, 1st Avenue Southwest to the
west, Weber Boulevard South to the north, and Golden Gate Boulevard to the east. The subject
property is currently zoned as Estates. The subject development consists of two properties to be
combined with access points on Weber Boulevard South, Golden Gate Boulevard, and 1st
Avenue South. For this analysis, the site will be conceptually developed to the maximum
standards using the current project zoning and the proposed zoning amendment.
The currently zoned lots consist of the following residential uses at build-out:
Single Family Residence (1,201 – 2,250 sf) 2,250 sf
Single Family Residence (1,201 – 2,250 sf) 2,250 sf
Total: 4,500 sf
The newly proposed Development (proposed zoning amendment) consists of the following at
build-out:
Church 300 seats
Total: 300 seats
The Capital Improvement Element of the Growth Management Plan establishes Levels of Service
for the following:
Arterial and Collector Roads
Surface Water Management Systems
Potable Water Systems
Sanitary Sewer Systems
Solid Waste Disposal Facilities
Parks and Recreation Facilities
Public School Facilities
Each of the areas will be examined for the proposed developments in this summary report.
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Arterial and Collector Roads
Significantly impacted roadways are identified by the proposed highest peak hour trip
generation (net new traffic) and is compared with the peak hour of the adjacent street traffic.
Based on the information contained in Collier County 2016 Annual Update Inventory Report, the
peak hour for the project’s adjacent roadway network is PM. Therefore, the PM Peak Hour Trips
were calculated using gross square footage for the proposed GPMA (Church at 15,000sf) and
dwelling unit for the current zoning (Single Family Residential at 2 units) as this represents
highest and best use scenario.
Table 1 - Project Trip Generation (Net New) – Average Weekday
Development PM Peak Hour Trips
Enter Exit Total
Proposed GMPA
(Total non-Pass-By Trips) 4 4 8
Current Zoning
(Total Non-Pass-By Trips) 1 1 2
Proposed Net New Traffic
(Total Non-Pass-By Trips)
Net Increase/(Net Decrease)
3 3 6
Based on the roadway network link analysis result, the proposed development at build-out is
not a significant or adverse traffic generator for the existing roadway traffic at this location.
There is adequate and sufficient roadway capacity to accommodate the proposed development
generated trips without adversely affecting the adjacent roadway network level of service.
Surface Water Management Systems
Currently, the neighboring sites are developed with single family homes and not permitted with
an agency for storm water management. General development will warrant an environmental
resource permit (ERP) through South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). The
District’s requirement for development is to attenuate 1.5 inches over the entire site during a
25-year, 3-day storm event prior to discharging offsite. The post-development discharge rate
for this project allows 0.15 cfs/acre. These are minimum requirements despite the type of
development proposed; therefore, neither project will pose a significant or adverse effect on
the overall storm water management system.
Potable Water and Sanitary Sewer Systems
Currently, the site contains a vacated house with all utilities privately owned and maintained.
The proposed non-residential site will connect to the existing 36-inch Collier County watermain
within Weber Boulevard to provide fire and potable water utilities to the site. The property will
provide privately owned and maintained sanitary sewer.
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Conditional Uses Subdistrict
Exhibit “R”- Comparative Level of Service (LOS) Analysis
July, 2017
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Per Policy 1.5 of the Capital Improvement Element section of the Collier County Growth
Management Plan, the potable water system level-of-service is based on population growth.
The proposed non-residential development does not facilitate population growth; therefore, the
proposed use will have no impact on the potable water facility’s capacity.
Solid Waste Disposal Facilities
Solid waste is provided by Waste Management, a private contract provider. Commercial
accounts are charged by the service provider directly with rates set by the Board of County
Commissioners through contract negotiation with the provider.
Parks and Recreation Facilities
The proposed build-out will not create a negative impact on Parks and Recreation Facilities. The
level of service is not significantly or adversely impacted by the proposed build-out.
Public School Facilities
The proposed build-out will not create a negative impact on Public School Facilities. The use will
not impact school attendance. The level of service is not significantly or adversely impacted by
either of the proposed build-outs.
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July, 2017
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Fire and EMS Facilities
The proposed build-out will have no measurable impact on Fire and EMS Facilities. It should be
assumed that newer buildings will be constructed to current NFPA and building code standards
which may reduce the likelihood of related calls. The level of service is not significantly or
adversely impacted by the proposed build-out conditions.
June 16, 2017 VIA: E-MAIL
Jessica Harrelson Jessica@davidsonengineering.com
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
Subject: Water and Wastewater Service Availability
Project: Grace Romanian Church
Parcel #: 36760800006, 36760720005
Dear Jessica:
The subject project is within the Collier County Water-Sewer District’s (CCWSD) water and
wastewater service area, but wastewater service is not readily available to the project.
Water service is readily available to the project via an existing 36” RCP water main along the east
side of Weber Blvd S. Potable water is available for domestic use, fire protection, and irrigation,
subject to the provisions of LDC 4.03.08 C, the Collier County Irrigation Ordinance (2015-27), and
other applicable rules and regulations.
Connection to the CCWSD’s water distribution system will be permitted only after the GMD
Development Review Division’s approval of hydraulic calculations prepared by the Developer’s
Engineer of Record in accordance with the Design Criteria found in Section 1 of the Collier County
Water-Sewer District Utilities Standards Manual. Source pressure assumptions for water
distribution system design are prescribed in the Design Criteria.
If you have any questions, you may contact me at (239) 252-1037 or EricFey@colliergov.net.
Respectfully,
Eric Fey, P.E., Senior Project Manager
CC: Steve Messner, Division Director – Water, PUD/WD; Beth Johnssen, Division Director –
Wastewater, PUD/WWD; Brett Rosenblum, Principal Project Manager, GMD/DRD
EXHIBIT S
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EXHIBIT “S”
UTILITY STATEMENT
The proposed site will connect to the existing 36-inch Collier County watermain within Weber Boulevard
to provide fire and potable water utilities to the site. The property will provide privately owned and
maintained sanitary sewer.
COLLIER COUNTY UTILITIES – GIS EXHIBIT
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Narrative & Justification of the Proposed GMPA Amendment
EXHIBIT “T”
The intent of this request is to provide the applicant with the ability to entitle and construct a church,
religious facility, or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning District. The subject property
consists of ± 6.25 acres located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Collier and Golden Gate
Boulevards.
163.3187 Process for adoption of small-scale comprehensive plan amendment.
(1)A small scale development amendment may be adopted under the following conditions:
(a)The proposed amendment involves a use of 10 acres or fewer and:
Response: The property for the proposed amendment is ± 6.25 acres in size.
(b)The cumulative annual effect of the acreage for all small scale development amendments
adopted by the local government does not exceed a maximum of 120 acres in a calendar year.
Response: The cumulative annual effect of the acreage for all small-scale amendments
adopted by Collier County does not exceed 120 acres.
(c)The proposed amendment does not involve a text change to the goals, policies, and objectives
of the local government’s comprehensive plan, but only proposes a land use change to the
future land use map for a site-specific small scale development activity. However, text changes
that relate directly to, and are adopted simultaneously with, the small scale future land use map
amendment shall be permissible under this section.
Response: The proposed amendment involves a text change that is directly related to a
request for the adoption of a small scale future land use map amendment.
(d)The property that is the subject of the proposed amendment is not located within an area of
critical state concern, unless the project subject to the proposed amendment involves the
construction of affordable housing units meeting the criteria of s. 420.0004(3), and is located
within an area of critical state concern designated by s. 380.0552 or by the Administration
Commission pursuant to s. 380.05(1).
Response: The subject property is not in an area of critical state concern.
(2)Small-scale development amendments adopted pursuant to this section require only one public
hearing before the governing board, which shall be an adoption hearing as described in s.
163.3184(11).
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Response: Acknowledged.
(3)If the small-scale development amendment involves a site within a rural area of opportunity as
defined under s. 288.0656(2)(d) for the duration of such designation, the 10-acre limit listed in
subsection (1) shall be increased by 100 percent to 20 acres. The local government approving the
small scale plan amendment shall certify to the state land planning agency that the plan amendment
furthers the economic objectives set forth in the executive order issued under s. 288.0656(7), and
the property subject to the plan amendment shall undergo public review to ensure that all
concurrency requirements and federal, state, and local environmental permit requirements are met.
Response: The proposed small scale development does not involve a site within a rural area of
opportunity.
(4)Comprehensive plans may only be amended in such a way as to preserve the internal consistency of
the plan pursuant to s. 163.3177. Corrections, updates, or modifications of current costs which were set
out as part of the comprehensive plan shall not, for the purposes of this act, be deemed to be
amendments.
Response: Acknowledged.
(5)(a) Any affected person may file a petition with the Division of Administrative Hearings pursuant to
ss. 120.569 and 120.57 to request a hearing to challenge the compliance of a small scale development
amendment with this act within 30 days following the local government’s adoption of the amendment
and shall serve a copy of the petition on the local government. An administrative law judge shall hold a
hearing in the affected jurisdiction not less than 30 days nor more than 60 days following the filing of a
petition and the assignment of an administrative law judge. The parties to a hearing held pursuant to this
subsection shall be the petitioner, the local government, and any intervenor. In the proceeding, the plan
amendment shall be determined to be in compliance if the local government’s determination that the
small scale development amendment is in compliance is fairly debatable. The state land planning agency
may not intervene in any proceeding initiated pursuant to this section.
Response: Acknowledged.
(b)1. If the administrative law judge recommends that the small scale development amendment be
found not in compliance, the administrative law judge shall submit the recommended order to the
Administration Commission for final agency action. If the administrative law judge recommends that the
small scale development amendment be found in compliance, the administrative law judge shall submit
the recommended order to the state land planning agency.
Response: Acknowledged.
2.If the state land planning agency determines that the plan amendment is not in compliance, the
agency shall submit, within 30 days following its receipt, the recommended order to the Administration
Commission for final agency action. If the state land planning agency determines that the plan
amendment is in compliance, the agency shall enter a final order within 30 days following its receipt of
the recommended order.
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Response: Acknowledged.
(c)Small scale development amendments may not become effective until 31 days after adoption. If
challenged within 30 days after adoption, small scale development amendments may not become
effective until the state land planning agency or the Administration Commission, respectively, issues a
final order determining that the adopted small scale development amendment is in compliance.
Response: Acknowledged.
(d)In all challenges under this subsection, when a determination of compliance as defined in s.
163.3184(1)(b) is made, consideration shall be given to the plan amendment as a whole and whether the
plan amendment furthers the intent of this part
Response: Acknowledged.
Policy 5.3:
Discourage unacceptable levels of urban sprawl in order to minimize the cost of community facilities by:
confining urban intensity development to areas designated as Urban on the Future Land Use Map;
requiring that any changes to the Urban Designated Areas be contiguous to an existing Urban Area
boundary; and, encouraging the use of creative land use planning techniques and innovative approaches
to development in the County’s Agricultural/Rural designated area, which will better serve to protect
environmentally sensitive areas, maintain the economic viability of agriculture and other predominantly
rural land uses, and provide for cost efficient delivery of public facilities and services.
Response: The proposed SSGMPA does not contribute to urban sprawl.
The subject property is within the existing urban service area and will not require any special or
additional costs to provide necessary services. The property has been contemplated for residential and
limited non-residential conditional uses per the existing zoning and future land use. The proposed
addition of a religious facility land use (through addition to the Conditional Use Subdistrict) will place
no greater burden on community facilities than did prior uses of the property.
Policy 5.4:
New developments shall be compatible with, and complementary to, the surrounding land uses, subject
to meeting the compatibility criteria of the Land Development Code (Ordinance 91-102, adopted October
30, 1991, as amended.
Response: The subject property, and its potential land use, shall be compatible with and complimentary
to its surrounding land uses.
The proposed Conditional Use Subdistrict is bordered to the north, east south and west by residential
land uses and zoning opposite existing right-of-ways. Collier Boulevard, Golden Gate Boulevard, Weber
Road and 1st Avenue SW all directly border the subject property.
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Policy 7.3
All new and existing developments shall be encouraged to connect their local streets and their
interconnection points with adjoining neighborhoods or other developments regardless of land use type.
Response: The proposed SSGMPA will be a companion petition to a conditional use application that will
continue to provide appropriate connections and interconnections.
12 Urban Estates
8 Rural Estates
9 Corkscrew
3 Golden Gate2 Central Naples
1 North Naples
SR 93 / I-75LIVINGSTON RDCOLLIER BOULEVARDPINE RIDGE RDLOGAN BLVDCR 886/GOLDEN GATE
VANDERBILT BEACH RD.
GOLDEN GATE BLVD
WHITE BLVDOAKS BLVD.GREEN BLVD 13TH STREETIMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
VINEYARDS BLVD23 RD ST. SWIMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
SANTA BARBARA BLVD16 TH AVE. SWIMPERIAL STREETLEGEND
DATA & ANALYSIS
GRACE ROMANIAN SSGMPA SUBJECTPROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
Urban Estates
Rural Estates
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8 Rural Estates
9 Corkscrew
3 Golden Gate2 Central Naples
1 North Naples
SR 93 / I-75LIVINGSTON RDPINE RIDGE RD
COLLIER BOULEVARDLOGAN BLVDVANDERBILT BEACH RD.
WHITE BLVD
GOLDEN GATE BLVDOAKS BLVD.GREEN BLVD 13TH STREETVINEYARDS BLVDIMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
16 TH AVE. SW23 RD ST. SWIMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
SANTA BARBARA BLVDLEGEND
DATA & ANALYSIS AREA
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
North Naples
Urban Estates
Central Naples
Golden Gate
Rural Estates
Corkscrew
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GOLDEN GATE BLVD
LOGAN BLVDCR 886/GOLDEN GATE
WHITE BLVD
VANDERBILT BEACH RD.
IMMOKALEE RD/CR 846
OAKS BLVD.GREEN BLVD 13TH STREETVINEYARDS BLVDSANTA BARBARA BLVD16 TH AVE. SW
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FLUE DISTRICTS/SUBDISTRICTS
AG - AGRICULTURAL
C - CONSERVATION
CD - COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
ES - ESTATES
MUA - MIXED USE ACTIVITY CENTERS
RFN - RURAL FRINGE (NEUTRAL)
RFR - RURAL FRINGE (RECEIVING)
RFS - RURAL FRINGE (SENDING)
UR - URBAN RESIDENTIAL
VANDERBILT/951 COMMERCIAL
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ATTEST___________________________CLERK
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
TWP 49S RNG 26E SEC(S) 9 & 10
MAP NUMBER:
BY___________________________CHAIRMAN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
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LOT 1
LOT 2
LOT 3
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PALMETTO WOODS DRIVE
LOGAN BOULEVARD45
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TAMARIND RIDGE DRIVE
SYCAMORE DRIVE
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9
1 30
5
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4
6
7
26
3228
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33
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70 75
69 76
85 88 10299
84 89
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LOT 1
LOT 2
LOT 3
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50
MAHOGANY RIDGE DRIVE
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82 91
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LOT 1
SUNRISE CT.LOT 3
3
33
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4 4
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5TH AVENUE SW
7TH AVENUE SW
17116 32 33 48 49
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15
19 30
31 34
35 46
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THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A PAGE OF THEOFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS REFERRED TO AND ADOPTEDBY REFERENCE BY ORDINANCE NO. 04-41 OF THECOUNTY OF COLLIER, FLORIDA, ADOPTED JUNE 22, 2004,AS AMENDED BY THE ZONING NOTES AND SUBDIVISIONINDEX REFERENCED HEREON.
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Grace Romanian Church - SSGMPA
Conditional Uses Subdistrict
May, 2017 www.davidsonengineering.com
EXHIBIT “X”
DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
PROPERTY OWNER:
"Grace" Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc.
PERCENTAGE OF OWNERSHIP:
100%
REGISTERED AGENTS:
•Adrian Roman – President / Secretary
•Adrian Ungureanu – Director
•Gheorghe Lup – Director
•Mihai Simut – Director
•Daniel Pop – Director
•Vasile Valean – Director
•Vasile Brisc – Treasurer / Director
GOLDEN GATE BOULEVARD
COLLIER BOULEVARDSPECIAL EXCEPTIONS TO CONDITIONAL USE LOCATION CRITERIA -
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
PREPARED BY: GRAPHICS AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT SECTION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION
DATE: 4/17 FILE:
ADOPTED:XX, XX, 2017 BY ORDINANCE NO. 2017-XX (CP-2017-x)
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SCALE IN FEET
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LEGEND
CONDITIONAL USES
SUBDISTRICT
NIM INFORMATION
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ACOSTA, ROMO CARLOS ALBERTO
DORIS A ACOSTA
13585 COLLIER BLVD
NAPLES, FL 34119---2929
AJITHKUMAR, ELEZABETH S
510 13TH ST NW
NAPLES, FL 34120---5027
AMBROSE, GAYLE L
3815 GOLDEN GATE BLVD W
NAPLES, FL 34120---3040
BAZHAW, BRENDA K
3830 1ST AVE NW
NAPLES, FL 34120---2714
BORRELLI, JOHN R
201 WEBER BLVD S
NAPLES, FL 34117---3033
BROUILLARD, JOHN J & ERIN L
13535 COLLIER BLVD
NAPLES, FL 34119---2929
BUKOWSKI, THADDEUS A
71 WEBER BLVD N
NAPLES, FL 34120---0000
BUKOWSKI, WANDA
VINCENTA BUKOWSKI EST
8380 WHISPER TRACE LN #J105
NAPLES, FL 34114---0000
CLEM, ANDREW & SHAWN
4110 1ST AVE NW
NAPLES, FL 34119---2635
COLLIER CNTY
C/O REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
3335 TAMIAMI TR E, STE 101
NAPLES, FL 34112---0000
CORDER, MICHAEL A & LAUREN K
3821 3RD AVE SW
NAPLES, FL 34117---3027
D'AGOSTINI, DOMINICK J
MARTHA L D'AGOSTINI
220 PARK AVE
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07080---0000
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JENNIFER DORTA
81 WEBER BLVD S
NAPLES, FL 34117---3037
FERREIRA, OSCAR F & ADELA
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6000 COLLINS AVE #527
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140---0000
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VALERIE BOYD
4055 3RD AVE SW
NAPLES, FL 34119---2935
GOLDEN SR, BILLY M & TERESA W
4040 1ST AVE SW
NAPLES, FL 34119---2600
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
OF NAPLES INC
6017 PINE RIDGE ROAD # 84
NAPLES, FL 34119---0000
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20 WEBER BLVD S
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NAPLES, FL 34119---2641
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NAPLES, FL 34117---3013
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627 GORDONIA RD
NAPLES, FL 34108---0000
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NAPLES, FL 34117---3011
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NAPLES, FL 34120---3039
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NAPLES, FL 34119---2611
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260 WEBER BLVD S
NAPLES, FL 34120---0000
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3980 1ST AVE NW
NAPLES, FL 34119---2612
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3961 1ST AVE NW
NAPLES, FL 34119---0000
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190 WEBER BLVD S
NAPLES, FL 34117---3036
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2 PRESTON ST
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NAPLES, FL 34119---2935
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3830 1ST AVE SW
NAPLES, FL 34117---0000
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PO BOX 1236
ISLAMORADA, FL 33036---0000
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181 WEBER BLVD S
NAPLES, FL 34117---3035
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Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
September 25, 2017
Dear Property Owner,
Please be advised that the Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc. has filed formal applications to Collier
County, seeking approval of a Small-Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment [PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1]
and a Conditional Use [PL20160002577], for a ±6.25-acre property, located at the southeast corner of the
intersection of Collier and Golden Gate Boulevards.
The intent of the Small-Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment and Conditional Use applications is to add
the subject property within the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and permit the required
zoning for the ability to entitle and construct a church, religious facility, or place of worship, as provided for in the
Estates Zoning District.
In compliance with the Land Development Code requirements, we are holding a Neighborhood Information
Meeting to provide you an opportunity to become fully aware of the request. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.
on Wednesday, October 11th, 2017 at the Collier County - Estates Branch Library, located at 1266 Golden Gate
Blvd W., Naples, Florida, 34120.
Please contact me at (239) 434-6060 ext. 2961, or via e-mail at fred@davidsonengineering.com, if you have any
questions regarding the meeting or the proposed project.
Sincerely,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION MEETING
Please be advised that formal applications have been submitted to Collier County, seeking approval of a Small-Scale Growth
Management Plan Amendment [PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1] and a Conditional Use [PL20160002577], for a ±6.25-acre property,
located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Collier and Golden Gate Boulevards.
The intent of the Small-Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment and Conditional Use applications is to add the subject property
within the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and permit the required zoning for the ability to entitle and
construct a church, religious facility, or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning District.
WE VALUE YOUR INPUT
The public is invited to attend a neighborhood information meeting, held by Frederick E. Hood, AICP, of Davidson Engineering, Inc.,
representing Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc. on Wednesday, October 11th, 2017. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.,
at the Collier County - Estates Branch Library, located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd W., Naples, Florida, 34120.
If you are unable to attend this meeting but have questions or comments, they can be directed by mail, phone or e-mail to the
individuals listed below:
Frederick E. Hood, AICP Fred Reischl, AICP Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner
Davidson Engineering, Inc. Collier County Growth Management Collier County Growth Management
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104 Naples, FL 34104 Naples, FL 34104
Phone: 239.434.6060 Phone: 239.252.4211 Phone: 239-252-5715
Email: Fred@davidsonengineering.com Email: Fredreischl@colliergov.net Email: Suefaulkner@colliergov.net
Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
M E M O R A N D U M
October 23, 2017
TO: Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner
Fred Reischl, Principal Planner
FROM: Jessica Harrelson, Senior Project Coordinator
RE: Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples
SSGMPA-PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 and CU - PL20160002577
NIM Meeting Minutes
A Neighborhood Information Meeting was held on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at the Collier County - Estates
Branch Library, located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd W., Naples, Florida, 34120. The following individuals, associated
with the review and presentation of the project, were present.
• Frederick Hood, Davidson Engineering
• Jessica Harrelson, Davidson Engineering
• Sue Faulkner, Collier County
• Fred Reischl, Collier County
Frederick Hood started the meeting by marking a presentation, reading the following:
• Introduction:
o Good evening. My name is Frederick Hood with Davidson Engineering and I am the land
development consultant representing the applicant, Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples,
o The applicant is seeking both a Conditional Use and Small-Scale Growth Management Plan
Amendment application to be reviewed by Collier County for the development of a church.
o Here with me tonight is Jessica Harrelson, the Project Coordinator with Davidson Engineering, and
Adrian Roman, the President & Secretary for the Grace Romanian Church.
o Fred Reischl and Sue Faulkner, with the Collier County, are also in attendance tonight. They are
the reviewing planners for Collier County Growth Management.
o Per the land development code, tonight’s meeting will be recorded. At the end of my presentation
I will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the proposed development.
• Size and Location:
o The subject parcel is approximately 6.25 acres and is located at the Southeast corner of Golden
Gate and Collier Boulevards.
• Purpose of the Applications:
o Two separate applications I mentioned earlier have been filed with Collier County and are being
reviewed by several County departments at the same time.
o First, is the application to amend the County’s Growth Management Plan. The County’s Growth
Management Plan describes the vision for the future of the County and helps to regulate where
particular land uses are developed, and to ensure that those land uses are consistent with the
goals and objectives that the County has in place. As the County grows and continues to develop,
the Growth Management Plan gets amended from time to time.
o Based on the size of the subject property, we have filed a Small-Scale Growth Management Plan
Amendment, or SSGMPA. The SSGMPA will amend the future land use zoning of the subject
property from Estates Mixed Use District - Residential Estates Subdistrict, to the Conditional Use
Subdistrict, per the Golden Gate Area Master Plan.
o The Estates Zoning District permits churches as a Conditional Use, therefore a second application,
identifying all the required elements for a conditional use request, per the County’s Land
Development Code, has been filed. This application will also provide more specific details and
conditions of approval for the subject property. Examples of conditions can be handled with the
Conditional Use request are specific to setbacks, building height limitations, landscape buffers,
etc.
o The approval of both applications will allow the proposed church to be consistent with both the
Collier County’s Land Development Code and the Golden Gate Area Master Plan’s vision for the
future.
• Details of the MCP
o As you can see from the proposed master plan, the applicant is seeking to locate a sanctuary as
the only principal building on the property with an accessory recreation field to the south.
o The proposed sanctuary and accessory field have been designed and placed as close to the Collier
Boulevard right-of-way to provide the most distance from adjacent homes to the east and south.
o The building pad is bordered by parking and a circulation drive.
o Additionally, to provide the most amount of screening from the adjacent homes, we have placed
the property’s proposed water management and preserve areas along the eastern portion of the
property.
o The remaining property boundaries will be subject to the County’s landscape buffer screening
requirements between residential and non-residential land uses.
o The means of ingress and egress to the property will be along Golden Gate Boulevard and Weber
Boulevard South.
o Per coordination with County transportation staff, these are the two access locations that have
been requested.
o We held an informal NIM about a year ago to gauge the community’s feelings about the proposed
project.
o At that time, the concept plan was slightly different with one more access point to the south along
1st Avenue SW.
o Since then, the applications have been reviewed by Collier County and we were asked to remove
that access point.
o While the application is still in review, additional changes can be made based on the feedback we
receive from you all and from Collier County staff.
o Although this layout looks official, this is not an approved plan yet. We still must finish our review
with Collier County before moving forward.
The following concerns were stated and questions were asked:
1. Concerns with the additional traffic along Weber Blvd, with also making the point that there is a nearby park,
two existing churches and elementary school in the area.
2. County not willing to install traffic calming devices along Weber Blvd.
3. Why can’t a bridge be constructed off CR 951 (Collier Blvd) to the site, instead of accessing the property off the
residential streets?
- Fred Hood replied that this was something that could be considered, but the direction of County
Transportation, regarding access points to the site, was followed.
4. What are the trip counts, hours of operation? How many accessory uses/buildings?
- Fred Hood replied the design of the site is for a maximum 300-seat sanctuary to house the applicant’s
congregation only, with no plans for additional services or to lease out the church to other congregations.
Fred noted that the recreational field could be open for the enjoyment of the public’s use and was something
that the church was considering offering the community. He also stated that there were no additional
accessory uses being considered and the Conditional Use application was to allow for the church-use only.
5. Concerns of outside services, such as child care and alcoholic counseling services.
- Fred stated the outside services brought up were not being considered, and would require a separate
application to be filed.
6. The applicant then spoke about the congregation, and why they chose the Estates location.
7. An attendee then spoke in support of the church.
8. Is a PUD being sought?
- Fred replied that no, a PUD was not being considered and explained the Conditional Use.
9. When are the services?
- Fred and the applicant replied with the services days/times.
10. What is the traffic count?
- Fred replied that the Sunday peak-hour was 183 trips.
11. Discussions of traffic, ingress & egress are held.
12. Building heights?
- Fred stated the site would conform to the current development standards & went over height and setbacks.
13. Are dark skies proposed?
- Fred replied that was something the church would look into and take into consideration.
14. Is there the possibility for the church to expand on this parcel?
- Fred went over the required open space, stormwater, parking areas, etc. for the site.
15. More discussions regarding traffic, ingress & egress continued.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 6:13p.m.
End of memo.
12D Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Naples Daily News +
NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION MEETING
Please be advised that formal applications have been submitted to Collier
County, seeking approval of a Small-Scale Growth Management Plan
Amendment [PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1] and a Conditional Use
[PL20160002577], for a ±6.25-acre property, located at the southeast corner
of the intersection of Collier and Golden Gate Boulevards.
The intent of the Small-Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment and
Conditional Use applications is to add the subject property within the Estates
Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and permit the required
zoning for the ability to entitle and construct a church, religious facility, or
place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning District.
WE VALUE YOUR INPUT
The public is invited to attend a neighborhood information meeting, held by
Frederick E. Hood, AICP, of Davidson Engineering, Inc., representing Grace
Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc. on Wednesday, October 11th, 2017.
The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., at the Collier County - Estates Branch
Library, located at 1266 Golden Gate Blvd W., Naples, Florida, 34120.
If you are unable to attend this meeting but have questions or comments, they
can be directed by mail, phone or e-mail to the individuals listed below:
September 26, 2017 ND-1764054
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Davidson Engineering, Inc.
4365 Radio Road, Suite 201
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: 239.434.6060
Email: Fred@davidsonengineering.com
Fred Reischl, AICP
Collier County Growth Management
2800 N. Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: 239.252.4211
Email: Fredreischl@colliergov.net
Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner
Collier County Growth Management
2800 N. Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Phone: 239-252-5715
Email: Suefaulkner@colliergov.net
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that
the Naples Planning Advisory
Board will hold a meeting
beginning at 8:30 a.m.,
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
in City Council Chambers, 735
Eighth Street South, Naples,
Florida, 34102.
The public hearings to be
considered at that meeting
are:
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT 17-CPA1
Consider an Ordinance
adopting Comprehensive
Plan Amendment Petitioner
17-CPA1 to amend the
Comprehensive Plan in
accordance with Florida
Statute Section 163-3191.
Petitioner: City of Naples
Location: Citywide
Agent: City of Naples Planning
Department
CONDITIONAL USE PETITION
17-CU4
Consider a Resolution
determining Conditional Use
Petition 17-CU4, pursuant
to Section 58-933(7) of
the Code of Ordinances, to
allow outdoor storage of
automobile inventory with
screening as an accessory
use to the permitted use of
indoor storage of automobile
inventory, on property owned
by TT of Naples, Inc., a Florida
Corporation and located at
2725 and 2745 Corporate Flight
Drive.
Petitioner: TT of Naples, Inc., a
Florida Corporation
Location: 2725 and 2745
Corporate Flight Drive
Agent: John M. Passidomo,
Cheffy Passidomo
VARIANCE PETITION 17-V6
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determining Variance Petition
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56-93(c)(1) of the Code of
Ordinances, to allow for a
dock and boat lift to extend
beyond the maximum shore
normal dimension of 25 feet
for a combined pier and boat
lift in the Aqualane Shores
subdivision, for property
located at 221 Aqua Court.
Petitioner: Jeff Hewitt
Location: 221 Aqua Court
Agent: Kalvin & Calvin Marine
Construction, Inc.
CONDITIONAL USE PETITION
17-CU6
Consider a resolution
determining Conditional
Use Petition 17-CU6,
pursuant to Section 58-503
of the Code of Ordinances,
to allow the retail sale of
secondhand merchandise in
the HC-Highway Commercial
Zoning District located at 866
Neapolitan Way.
Petitioner: Paul Scrogham
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determining Variance Petition
17-V7 for approval of a
variance from Section 56-124
to allow more than 50% of the
gross floor area to a service
station to be devoted to sales
of cold drinks, package foods,
tobacco and similar grocery
items where less than 50% is
permitted, on property owned
by 7-Eleven, Inc., a Texas
corporation and located at 697
9th Street North & 860 7th Ave
North.
Petitioner: 7-Eleven, Inc. a
Texas Corporation
Location: 697 9th Street North
& 860 7th Ave North
Agent: John M. Passidomo
TEXT AMENDMENT 17-T3
Consider an Ordinance
amending Chapter 58 Article
III Division 4 governing
airspace protection and land
use compatibility.
Petitioner: Staff
Location: Airport Overlay
District
TEXT AMENDMENT 17-T4
Consider an Ordinance
amending Chapter 2, Division
4, Design Review Board
and Section 16-82, Section
16-116 and Section 16-321
of the Code of Ordinances
regarding standards and a
review process for historic
preservation.
Petitioner: Staff
Location: Citywide
ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE
INVITED TO APPEAR AND BE
HEARD.
Any person who decides to
appeal any decision made by
this Board with respect to
any matter considered at this
hearing will need a record
of the proceedings and may
need to ensure that a verbatim
record is made, which record
includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the
appeal is to be heard. Any
person with a disability
requiring auxiliary aids and
services for this meeting may
call the City Clerk’s office at
213-1015 with requests at least
two business days before the
meeting date.
James Krall, Chairman
NAPLES PLANNING ADVISORY
BOARD
Pub: September 26, 2017
NO 1765842
Legal Notice
Notice of Intent to Designate
Executive Director as Senior
Management Service Class
Designated Position with the
Florida Retirement System:
Notice is hereby given that
the North Collier Fire Control
and Rescue District intends
to designate the management
position of Executive Director
as Senior Management
Service Class Designated
Position with the Florida
Retirement System, to be
effective upon approval of the
Florida Division of Retirement.
Comments or questions
should be addressed to
Chief Financial Officer Becky
Bronsdon at (239)-552-1322.
Pub: September 26 and
October 3, 2017
NO1763491
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Miscellaneous Notice
TARPON BAY REALTY
NOTICE OF INTENT TO
REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME
NOTICE OF ACTION
Notice Under Fictitious Name
Law Pursuant to Section
865.09, Florida Statutes
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
the undersigned, TARPON BAY
DEVELOPMENT, LLC desiring
to engage in business under
the fictitious name of TARPON
BAY REALTY located at PO Box
1402, in the County of Lee,
in Bonita Springs, Florida
34133, intends to register the
said name with the Division
of Corporations of the
Florida Department of State,
Tallahassee, Florida. Dated at
Naples, Florida, September 18,
2017.
TARPON BAY REALTY
Pub: September 26, 2017
No. 1763111
Public Notices
Notice of
Naples Planning Advisory
Board Meeting
The meeting listed below will
be held in the City Council
Chamber, 735 Eighth Street
South, Naples, Florida.
Regular Meeting - Wed.,
10/11/17 - 8:30 a.m.
Agenda and meeting packet
are available from:
City Clerk’s Office, City Hall,
239-213-1015
City website, http//www.
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this agenda. Any person who
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Publish: Tuesday, September
26, 2017
NO 1765855
Tax Deed Application
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that LOURDES M OR CHARLES
J ALAIMO holder of the
following tax certificate has
filed said certificate for tax
deed to be issued thereon.
Certificate number, year of
issuance, description of
property, and name in which
assessed is as follows:
Certificate Number: 10-5586
Property ID#: 40690880108
Description: GOLDEN GATE
EST UNIT 77, TR 136 LESS THE
E 200FT OF THE N 200FT AND
LESS THE S 480FT OF THE E
205FT., said property being in
Collier County, Florida.
Name in which assessed:
FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE
COMPANY
Unless the property described
in said certificate shall be
redeemed according to law,
the property will be sold to
the highest bidder at the
Collier County Administration
Building 7th Floor, Room 711 at
1:00 P.M. on Monday, October
16, 2017.
Dated this 8th day of August,
2017.
DWIGHT E. BROCK
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY:/s/Donna Rutherford
Deputy Clerk
Donna Rutherford
(Seal)
September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017
No.1732011
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
FNA FLORIDA LLC holder of the
following tax certificate has
filed said certificate for tax
deed to be issued thereon.
Certificate number, year
of issuance, description of
property, and name in which
assessed is as follows:
Certificate Number: 15-4688
Property ID#: 68941840002
Description: QUAIL ROOST
UNIT II A CONDOMINIUM UNIT
246, said property being in
Collier County, Florida.
Name in which assessed:
RICHARD E GILL EST
Tax Deed Application
Unless the property described
in said certificate shall be
redeemed according to law,
the property will be sold to
the highest bidder at the
Collier County Administration
Building 7th Floor, Room 711 at
1:00 P.M. on Monday, October
16, 2017.
Dated this 21st day of August,
2017.
DWIGHT E. BROCK
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY:/s/Donna Rutherford
Deputy Clerk
Donna Rutherford
(Seal)
September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017
No.1732049
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
TAX EASE FUNDING 2016-1
LLC holder of the following
tax certificate has filed said
certificate for tax deed to be
issued thereon. Certificate
number, year of issuance,
description of property, and
name in which assessed is as
follows:
Certificate Number: 15-5209
Property ID#: 81320760007
Description: WELLS BLK B
LOTS 1-3, said property being
in Collier County,
Florida.
Name in which assessed:
BRUNO CAMPOS
DANNY CAMPOS
Unless the property described
in said certificate shall be
redeemed according to law,
the property will be sold to
the highest bidder at the
Collier County Administration
Building 7th Floor, Room 711 at
1:00 P.M. on Monday, October
16, 2017.
Dated this 14th day of August,
2017.
DWIGHT E. BROCK
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY:/s/Donna Rutherford
Deputy Clerk
Donna Rutherford
(Seal)
September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017
No.1731998
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that
TAX EASE FUNDING 2016-1
LLC holder of the following
tax certificate has filed said
certificate for tax deed to be
issued thereon. Certificate
number, year of issuance,
description of property, and
name in which assessed is as
follows:
Certificate Number: 15-171
Property ID#: 00117400001
Description: 3 47 29 S 118.5FT
Tax Deed Application
OF N 148.5FT OF E 135FT OF W
330FT OF SW1/4 OF SE1/4 OF
SW1/4 .37 AC OR 764 PG 658,
said property being in Collier
County, Florida.
Name in which assessed:
BARBARA LEE-THOMAS
Unless the property described
in said certificate shall be
redeemed according to law,
the property will be sold to
the highest bidder at the
Collier County Administration
Building 7th Floor, Room 711 at
1:00 P.M. on Monday, October
16, 2017.
Dated this 8th day of August,
2017.
DWIGHT E. BROCK
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY:/s/Donna Rutherford
Deputy Clerk
Donna Rutherford
(Seal)
September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017
No.1731982
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COLLIER BOULEVARDGOLDEN GATE BLVD
LEGEND
GRACE ROMANIAN SSGMPA SUBJECT
PROPERTY: 6.25 ACRES
DAVIDSON ENGINEERING, INC.
4365 RADIO ROAD, SUITE 201
NAPLES, FL 34104
PHONE: 239-434-6060
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT SSGMPA
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Naples, Florida 34104
P: 239.434.6060 F: 239.434.6084
Company Cert. of Authorization No. 00009496
GRACE ROMANIAN
CHURCH
6017 PINE RIDGE RD., #84
NAPLES, FL 34119
GRACE ROMANIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
1DESIGNED BY:
DRAWN BY:
CHECKED BY:
PROJECT NO.:
A.E.R.
A.E.R.
16-0106SHEET NO:OFSHEET TITLE:
PROJECT:
DATE:REV.DESCRIPTION
REVISIONSCLIENT:PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCONCEPTUAL SITE PLANN
4.5.2018
Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
May 10, 2017
Mr. David Weeks, AICP
Planning Manager
Collier County Development Services
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Re: Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples
Small - Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment
Application to the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Use Subdistrict
Dear Mr. Weeks,
Attached, is an application for a Small-Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment (SSGMPA) and the required
submittal information, for the request of an amendment to the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Use
Subdistrict. The intent of this request is to provide the applicant with the ability to entitle and construct a
church, religious facility, or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning District. The subject property
consists of ± 6.25 acres located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Collier and Golden Gate
Boulevards.
If you have any questions regarding this application, please do not hesitate to contact me at 239.434.6060 or via
email at fred@davidsonengineering.com.
Sincerely,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
July 6, 2017
Mr. David Weeks, AICP
Planning Manager
Collier County Development Services
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Re: Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples
Small - Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment- PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1
Application to the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict
2nd Review
Dear Mr. Weeks,
We have provided the following updated documents for review and approval:
1. Response Letter
2. SSGMPA Application
3. Text Amendment Language, as Exhibit “C”
4. Aerial, FLUCCS and Soil Maps, as Exhibit “F”
5. Zoning Maps, as Exhibit “H”
6. Surrounding Future Land Use Exhibit, as Exhibit “I”
7. Public Services Map, as Exhibit “K”
8. Conceptual Site Plan, as Exhibit “O”
9. Boundary Survey, as Exhibit “P”
10. Level of Service Analysis, as Exhibit “R”
11. Project Narrative, Evaluation and Justification Criteria, as Exhibit “T”
12. Planning Communities Map, as Exhibit “U”
13. Future Land Use Map, as Exhibit “V”
14. Future Land Use Inset Map, as Exhibit “Y”
Comprehensive Planning’s Comments related to the Application Form:
1. Page 3
III. Description of Property: G. Surrounding Land Use Pattern – Reference is incorrect – not Exhibit ‘O’, but
Exhibit ‘I’. Exhibit ‘O’ is a site plan.
Response: The surrounding land use patterns are shown on Exhibit “O” with a 300-foot radius of the
subject property.
2. Page 4
IV. Type of Request: C. Amend Future Land Use Map(s) …TO Estates Mixed Use District –Conditional Uses
Subdistrict… - Add the “s” to Uses.
Response: The application has been updated to add the “s” after Conditional Uses Subdistrict.
3. V. Required Information: A. Land Use – Reference is questionable for “Provide general location map showing
surrounding developments (PUD, DRI’s, existing zoning) with subject property outlined - Exhibit ‘V’ is a good
map for showing surrounding land use, but Exhibit ‘D’ is listed in the “List of Exhibits” as the ‘Location Map’.
Response: The application has been updated to reference Exhibits “D” and “H” for the general location
map showing the surrounding developments (PUD, DRI’s and existing zoning).
4. V. Required Information: B. Future Land Use and Designation – Exhibit ‘I’ and ‘V’ were referenced for
providing a map of existing Future Land Use Designation for subject property and surrounding area with
acreage totals for each land use designation on the subject property, however neither exhibit shows an
acreage total.
Response: Exhibits “I” and “V” have been updated to include the subject site’s total acreage.
5. Page 5
V. Required Information: E. Public Facilities – Arterial and Collector Roads – Reference is incorrect – not
Exhibit ‘R’, but Exhibit ‘Q,’ the Traffic Impact Statement.
Response: The Application has been updated to reference Exhibits “R” and “Q”, as both exhibits outline
information related to the LOS.
Comprehensive Planning’s Comments on Application Backup Documents:
6. Exhibit ‘C’ Proposed GMPA Amendment Language – Add “A. Estates – Mixed Use District”
underneath the first “***TEXT BREAK***” and then add another “***TEXT BREAK***” underneath the “A.
Estates – Mixed Use District”. Capitalize “Use” in # 5, first line. Add a parenthetical reference to the map
exhibit at end of sentence, e.g. “…Golden Gate Estates, Unit 4 (See map titled ).”
Response: The proposed GMPA Amendment Language, as Exhibit “C”, has been updated as requested.
7. Exhibit ‘F-2’ NRCS Soils Mapping – Please add the total acreage of the soil #14.
Response: The Soils Mapping, as Exhibit F.2, has been updated to include the total acreage of soil #14.
8. Exhibit ‘H’ Surrounding Zoning Districts - There is no marking on the map to indicate the 300 feet radius
from the subject property’s boundaries (similar to Exhibit K), please add. Please add a ‘s’ on the title for the
map to “Grace Romanian Baptist Church Conditional Uses Subdistrict SSGMPA…”
Response: Exhibit “H” has been updated to include the 300 ft radius from the subject site. Additionally,
the title has been updated as requested.
9. Exhibit ‘I’ Surrounding Future Land Designations - There is no marking on the map to indicate the 300 feet
radius from the subject property’s boundaries (similar to Exhibit K), please add. Please add a ‘s’ on the title
for the map to be “Grace Romanian Baptist Church Conditional Uses Subdistrict SSGMPA…” Please modify
the legend to show the Estates Designation as ‘Estates – Mixed Use District’.
Response: Exhibit “I” has been updated to include the 300 ft radius from the subject site and the legend
has been updated to indicate ‘Estates – Mixed Use District’.
10. Exhibit ‘K’ Proximity to Public Services - Please add a ‘s’ on the title for the map to be “Grace Romanian
Baptist Church Conditional Uses Subdistrict SSGMPA…”. The word ‘Sheriff’ is misspelled (just one ‘r’) in the
legend, please correct.
Response: Exhibit “K” has been updated to include the additional “s” and the misspelling of sheriff has
also been corrected.
11. Exhibit ‘N’ Alternative Site Data & Analysis (Justification for the Location of the Proposed Amendment)
Two additional sites were reviewed for this analysis: Addie’s Corner Mixed Use Planned Unit Development
(MPUD) and Sungate Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD). The Sungate CPUD site can
accommodate the church and is approved for this use without further planning action, however, the analysis
stated that the proposed location provided more viable accessibility. The analysis also stated that Sungate
CPUD lacked immediate accessibility. The Addie’s Corner MPUD site, although it can accommodate the
church use, the analysis stated that the intensity is currently limited, and therefore, the MPUD might require
an amendment to the existing zoning (to guarantee the intended commercial square footage). The
conclusion of the analysis was that the access to both alternative sites does not provide viable accessibility,
and therefore, the proposed location best meets the needs of the Church. Staff would like to see further
elaboration of the conclusions in this analysis including a provision of a definition of ‘viable accessibility’ and
‘immediate accessibility’.
Response: After further review of the subject properties it was determined that access was not a limiting
factor for either alternative sites. However, further research identified developer commitment
requirements within the Sungate PUD and we have provided additional supporting documentation to
ensure the selected site at C.R. 951 and Golden Gate Boulevard is a superior site for the development.
These additional items include the limited square footage for commercial use and requirements to provide
water management for adjacent properties within the PUD and C.R. 951 right-of-way. Additionally, the
Addie’s Corner PUD was eliminated from the analysis due to the recently amended PUD that would limit
the commercial space to 4.32 acres, which is less than stated key criteria for the property. The minimum
5.0 acres was selected as a key criterion to ensure the future development would be able to construct a
mixture of permitted land uses within the property; for example, accessory uses to the church, and multi-
purpose fields. Please refer to the updated Data Analysis Report identifying Sungate as the only
alternative site to the C.R. 951 and Golden Gate Blvd property with supporting documentation identifying
our selected site as the best choice.
There are a few spelling errors in this exhibit and some questionable wording, please correct or reword:
• In “Contents” – Add an ‘a’ - Data & Analysis
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 1, line 3 – Capitalize and add a ‘s’ – Conditional Us es Subdistrict
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 1, line 6 – “…provide due process …” consider a different word
choice.
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 2, line 4 – add ‘dwelling unit’
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 3, lines 1 & 2 – Reword – the proposed location is not currently
within the Conditional Uses Subdistrict
• In “Alternative Site Analysis.” Paragraph 2, Line 3 – Change “permittable” to “permitted”
• On Attachment ‘D’ Existing Congregation Location – Since you are proposing to build a 300-seat church,
where do the rest of the parishioners live?
Response: The referenced spelling errors have been corrected throughout the document.
12. Exhibit ‘T’ – Narrative and Justification of the Proposed GMP Amendment 1.c. – In response to Ch. 163.3187
(1)(c), Please revise your response to indicate the amendment does include text change that is directly
related to a map change. Though the statutory provision reads, “goals, policies, and objectives”, it is applied
as any change to the text of a comprehensive plan.
Response: Exhibit “T” has been updated to indicate that the amendment does include a text change that
is directly related to a map change.
13. Exhibit ‘U’ Planning Communities – This was incorrectly labeled as Exhibit ‘V’, however the List of Exhibits
identified it as Exhibit ‘U’. Please correct the label/title.
Response: The Planning Communities Exhibit has been properly labeled has Exhibit “U”.
14. Exhibit ‘V’ Future Land Use – The label/title is missing the ‘V’. Please correct the label. Although there is only
one existing future land use on the subject site (Estates), please incorporate a summary table showing the
acreage of the Estates within the subject site (see the application V.B.).
Response: Exhibit “V” has been updated to be correctly labeled and the summary table also shows the
acreage of the subject site.
15. Exhibit ‘Y’ Conditional Uses Subdistrict inset map – Please add a ‘s’ on the end of Uses in the map title. Staff
believes the map title ending with “Special Provisions” is incorrect and should be removed from the title.
This application is to amend “3. Conditional Uses Subdistrict, e. Special Exceptions to Conditional Use
Locational Criteria” – not “3.b. Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Boulevard Special Provisions.”
Response: The title of the inset map, labeled as Exhibit “Y”, has been updated per the email
correspondence with Sue Faulkner on June 28th, 2017.
16. General Comments:
• When uploading documents for submittal in the future, please include each of the Exhibit labels. Staff
had to go back and rename each of the documents by adding the Exhibit labels.
Response: All Exhibits labels have again been provided for each document being submitted.
• Please submit all maps in color for future hard copy submissions.
Response: Acknowledged.
17. Environmental Planning Sufficiency Comments :
The subject property is 6.25 acres. Vegetation in the canopy consists of a mix of slash pine, cypress and
cabbage palm. The acreage of native vegetation on site will be field verified by staff during review of the
Conditional Use (CU) for the project.
A listed species survey was conducted in March 23, 2017. No listed species or signs of listed species were
observed on the property. Several wild pine (Tillandsia fasciculata) were observed in trees on the parcel and
will be retained or relocated on site in accordance with the requirements of section 3.04.03 of the LDC. The
general provision for protection of listed plants is included in CCME Policy 7.1.6.
Letters from the Florida Master Site File dated March 8, 2017, list no previously recorded cultural resources
on the subject property. The site will be subject to the requirement of accidental discovery of archaeological
or historical sites as required by CCME Policy 11.1.3. The provision is also included in LDC section 2.03.07 E.
The subject property is not located in any County well field protection zones.
The proposed GMP amendment will have no effect on the requirements of the Conservation and Coastal
Management Element. Native vegetation on site will be retained in accordance with the requirements of
CCME Policy 6.1.1 and section 3.05.07 of the LDC.
Response: Acknowledged.
18. Transportation Planning Sufficiency Comments:
Please note: This petition request is sufficient for review; however, transportation planning staff is
requesting changes to the master plan and CU (Conditional Use) language (the CU language is provided for
information not as part of changes for the GMPA).
The petition is sufficient for review; however, the number and location of the proposed third access onto 1st
Avenue SW needs to be removed. Access onto local roads is limited by Access Management, plus the
location at the extreme southwest corner increases the amount of traffic and length on the local road.
Please remove this access from your request and the TIS.
Informational comment: Provide as part of your CU request (not this GMPA) the following commitment: For
services and other periods and events of significant traffic generation, as determined by Collier County staff,
the property owner shall provide traffic control by law enforcement or a law enforcement approved service
provider as directed by Collier County staff, with staffing and at location(s) as directed by the Collier County
Division Director, Transportation Engineering or his designee.
Response: The third access off 1st Ave SW has been eliminated, and the Conceptual Site Plan and TIS have
been updated accordingly. Additionally, the language referenced above will be requested as a Zoning
Condition of Approval, within the proposed Conditional Use Resolution.
19. Public Utilities Planning and Project Management Sufficiency Comments:
Per GMP/CIE Policy 1.5, the potable water system LOSS is based on population. Non-residential
development does not facilitate population growth. So, the proposed use will have no impact on potable
water facility capacity. Please revise Exhibit “R” accordingly.
Response: Exhibit “R” has been updated to state that the proposed non-residential development does not
facilitate population growth.
20. Collier County Attorney’s Office Sufficiency Comments:
Please provide Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map, with subject site shown. This will be an attachment
to the ordinance in addition to the text and Conditional use map. If you already provided it, please email it
to me.
Response: Per correspondence with Sue Faulkner, the Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map, showing
the subject property, will be updated and provided by County Staff.
The acreage you provided is 6.25. The acreage according to the property appraiser is 6.64 acres. What is the
correct number since the survey does not have the acreage on it?
Response: The correct site acreage is 6.25 as shown on the survey.
If you have any questions regarding this application, please do not hesitate to contact me at 239.434.6060 or via
email at fred@davidsonengineering.com.
Sincerely,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
October 23, 2017
Mr. David Weeks, AICP
Planning Manager
Collier County Development Services
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Re: Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples
Small - Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment- PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1
Application to the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict
3rd Review
Dear Mr. Weeks,
We have provided the following updated documents for review and approval:
1. Response Letter
2. Data & Analysis (Exhibit N)
We offer the following responses to comments issued August 18, 2017:
Exhibit ‘N’ Alternative Site Data & Analysis (Justification for the Location of the Proposed Amendment) – One
alternative site was reviewed for this analysis: Sungate Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD). Sungate
CPUD’s Ordinance #09-06 does not list churches as a permitted or accessory use, nor are there any conditional
uses associated with this CPUD; therefore, the CPUD would need to be amended to permit a church use. There
may be other locations that might be able to accommodate a church ‘by right’. Staff feels additional work is still
needed with this Exhibit ‘N’.
Upon review of your criteria that are being used for the analysis, we have the following comments:
• Please consider using additional criteria (such as ‘property must be undeveloped’, specific site dimensions
are needed, not just property size in acres, price of the property, etc.)
• Since the actual proposed site is not zoned commercial, nor is it proposed, the criterion “Eligible for C-2 or
higher zoning” doesn’t seem appropriate
• Please consider including non-commercial zoning that might allow a church by right, or with a Conditional
Use (properties that would not require a GMPA), such as non-residential uses in an Urban Designated area
allows for churches. Also, Agricultural/Rural Designation or Mixed-Use Activity Centers allows community
facilities such as churches.
• Please explain your reasoning for locating with frontage on an arterial or collector roadway – is visibility
important for this church?
Response: The Data & Analysis (Exhibit N) has been updated to address the above comments.
There are a few spelling errors in this exhibit and some questionable wording, please correct or reword:
• In “Contents” – Add an ‘a’ – ‘Data & Analysis and Trade Area Analysis’
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 1, line 6 – “…provide due process…” consider a different word choice.
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 2, line 4 – add ‘dwelling unit’
• In “Purpose and Focus,” paragraph 3, lines 1 & 2 – Reword – the proposed location is not currently within
the Conditional Uses Subdistrict
• In “Alternative Site Analysis.” Paragraph 2, Line 3 – Change “permittable” to “permitted”
Response: Spelling errors have been corrected throughout the Data & Analysis (Exhibit N).
If you have any questions regarding this application, please do not hesitate to contact me at 239.434.6060 or via
email at fred@davidsonengineering.com.
Sincerely,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
Civil Engineering • Planning • Permitting
4365 Radio Road · Suite 201 · Naples, FL 34104 · P: (239) 434.6060 · F: (239) 434-6084
www.davidsonengineering.com
1990 Main Street · Suite 750 · Sarasota, FL 34236 · P: (941) 309-5180
March 1, 2018
Mr. David Weeks, AICP
Planning Manager
Collier County Development Services
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
Re: Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples
Small - Scale Growth Management Plan Amendment- PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1
Application to the Estates Mixed Use District - Conditional Uses Subdistrict
Dear Mr. Weeks,
We have provided the following updated documents for review and approval:
1. Response Letter
2. Data & Analysis (Exhibit N)
We offer the following responses to the sufficiency letter issued December 4, 2017:
• Please consider creating a map to show the three site locations discussed in Exhibit ‘N’.
Response: Please refer to Attachment “F” within the Data & Analysis for the aforementioned site
location map.
• Please consider creating a table to quickly compare the criteria of the three sites for inclusion in Exhibit
‘N’.
Response: A table has been added to the Data & Analysis. Please refer
• Please consider elaborating on the sentence in paragraph 4 on page 4 of Exhibit ‘N’ to clarify for readers
the “ongoing Golden Gate Area Master Plan Restudy”.
Response: The Data & Analysis has been updated as requested.
If you have any questions regarding this application, please do not hesitate to contact me at 239.434.6060 or via
email at fred@davidsonengineering.com.
Sincerely,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
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Jessica Harrelson
From:Fred Hood
Sent:Tuesday, April 10, 2018 12:32 PM
To:ScottTrinity; Jessica Harrelson
Cc:KhawajaAnthony; SawyerMichael; AshtonHeidi
Subject:RE: Grace Romanian CU-Traffic calming on Weber
Trinity,
Understood. I know this is an important issue for the neighbors in the area. We have provided them with this reasoning
that Weber has not been looked at in the past for traffic calming. We will speak to this again in our presentation at the
CCPC and BCC hearing in the future, but I also wanted to make sure you all were aware that this issue will likely be
discussed by the local residents at the time of hearing.
If you wouldn’t mind, I’d like to set up a quick call (when you have some time) just to go over some specifics that they
(the neighbors) asked us about.
Thanks,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
Main: 239.434.6060
fred@davidsonengineering.com
www.davidsonengineering.com
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From: ScottTrinity <Trinity.Scott@colliercountyfl.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2018 10:49 AM
To: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>
Cc: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com>; KhawajaAnthony <Anthony.Khawaja@colliercountyfl.gov>;
SawyerMichael <Michael.Sawyer@colliercountyfl.gov>; AshtonHeidi <Heidi.Ashton@colliercountyfl.gov>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
The Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) Manual that is utilized by County staff includes a list
of roadways in Collier County not eligible for traffic calming. Weber Boulevard is included on that
list. Therefore, Weber Boulevard is not eligible for traffic calming initiatives.
https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=75968
Please see Exhibit A of the attached document.
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Respectfully,
Trinity Scott
Transportation Planning Manager
Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees & Program Management Division
NOTE: Email Address Has Changed
2685 South Horseshoe Drive, Suite 103
Naples, Florida 34104
Phone: 239.252.5832
Trinity.Scott@colliercountyfl.gov
From: Jessica Harrelson [mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com]
Sent: Monday, April 9, 2018 12:32 PM
To: KhawajaAnthony <Anthony.Khawaja@colliercountyfl.gov>; ScottTrinity <Trinity.Scott@colliercountyfl.gov>
Cc: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Thank you, Anthony.
Trinity,
Please let Fred and I know if you would like to set up a call to discuss.
Jessica Harrelson
Senior Planning Technician
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐
From: KhawajaAnthony <Anthony.Khawaja@colliercountyfl.gov>
Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2018 8:00 AM
To: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>; ScottTrinity <Trinity.Scott@colliercountyfl.gov>
Cc: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com>
Subject: Re: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
The Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) program is managed by our planning section I copied Trinity
Scott on this email to provide you with a response.
Anthony N. Khawaja P.E.
Chief Engineer of Traffic Operations
Growth Management Division
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Naples, FL 34104<x‐apple‐data‐detectors://0/0>
AnthonyKhawaja@CollierGov.Net<mailto:AnthonyKhawaja@CollierGov.Net>
Tel: (239) 252‐8260<tel:(239)%20252‐8260>
On Apr 6, 2018, at 3:21 PM, Jessica Harrelson
<Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>> wrote:
Good afternoon Anthony,
Per the email chain below, can you please confirm if there are any traffic calming options for Weber Blvd?
Thank you.
Jessica Harrelson
Senior Planning Technician
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Naples, FL | Sarasota, FL
From: AshtonHeidi [mailto:HeidiAshton@colliergov.net]
Sent: Tuesday, November 07, 2017 3:22 PM
To: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Cc: KlatzkowJeff <JeffKlatzkow@colliergov.net<mailto:JeffKlatzkow@colliergov.net>>; KhawajaAnthony
<AnthonyKhawaja@colliergov.net<mailto:AnthonyKhawaja@colliergov.net>>; SawyerMichael
<MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net<mailto:MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net>>
Subject: FW: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Fred,
See Mike Sawyer’s email below. I recommend that you contact Anthony Khawaja in Traffic Operations. He can tell you
whether there are any options for traffic calming on Weber.
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Managing Assistant County Attorney
Office of the Collier County Attorney
2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Suite 301
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252‐8400
From: SawyerMichael
Sent: Tuesday, November 7, 2017 3:13 PM
To: AshtonHeidi <HeidiAshton@colliergov.net<mailto:HeidiAshton@colliergov.net>>
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Cc: ScottTrinity <TrinityScott@colliergov.net<mailto:TrinityScott@colliergov.net>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Heidi,
Weber does not qualify for our Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) because it currently has a rural
cross section instead of the required urban cross‐section. Additionally there are no sidewalks on Weber which to a
degree is another consideration in the NTMP program. Also, there are is no budget/funding for traffic calming in Collier
County.
There are road segments‐streets in the estates which have traffic calming devises however my understanding is that
these were special BCC directed efforts or improvements associated with other roadway improvements projects such as
new bridge construction.
In this case it is possible the Planning Commission could recommend a traffic study be performed by our Transportation
Operations staff regarding excessive speed and trip counts and evaluate any potential improvements. This study and
improvement evaluation could then be considered by the BCC in their review of this petition with fact/study based
information.
Let me know of follow‐up questions and/or concerns.
Thanks,
Michael Sawyer
Transportation Planning, Principal Planner Collier County Capital Projects, Planning, Impact Fees & Program
Management
2685 South Horseshoe Drive
Naples, Florida 34104
(239) 252‐2926
From: AshtonHeidi
Sent: Tuesday, November 07, 2017 2:37 PM
To: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Cc: ReischlFred <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>; SawyerMichael
<MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net<mailto:MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net>>; MessamMarlene
<MarleneMessam@colliergov.net<mailto:MarleneMessam@colliergov.net>>; Jessica Harrelson
<Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Fred,
I did not speak to Fred Reischl. Traffic calming on public streets is handled by traffic operations, outside of the PUD. I
will see if I can find out who you should contact.
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Managing Assistant County Attorney
Office of the Collier County Attorney
2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Suite 301
Naples, FL 34104
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(239) 252‐8400
From: Fred Hood [mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com]
Sent: Tuesday, November 7, 2017 2:16 PM
To: AshtonHeidi <HeidiAshton@colliergov.net<mailto:HeidiAshton@colliergov.net>>
Cc: ReischlFred <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>; SawyerMichael
<MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net<mailto:MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net>>; MessamMarlene
<MarleneMessam@colliergov.net<mailto:MarleneMessam@colliergov.net>>; Jessica Harrelson
<Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Heidi,
This was an issue that was brought up at the NIM. As I recall, Fred R. and myself fielded questions about what could be
done to calm the traffic along Weber Blvd. Members of the public had stated that they weren’t getting anywhere with
the County to install traffic calming measures to curb the speeding up and down the road that they were seeing and
experiencing.
In an email from Fred R. on October 13th, he mentioned that any calming measures on specific streets may be looked
and at discussed at the BCC level and that he had spoken with you about researching whether these were items that we
could add to the CU application; maybe as zoning conditions of approval to be voted on by the CCPC and the BCC. The
thought was to identify some measures that would make the adjacent neighbors feel better about the proposed non‐
residential use being permitted along the Weber Blvd right‐of‐way. This would obviously need to be voted on, but I think
his intent was to see how you felt about this or any other measure being added to the ordinance or the new proposed
subdistrict.
Thanks,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
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From: AshtonHeidi [mailto:HeidiAshton@colliergov.net]
Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 11:05 AM
To: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>; ReischlFred
<FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>
Cc: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>; SawyerMichael
<MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net<mailto:MichaelSawyer@colliergov.net>>; MessamMarlene
<MarleneMessam@colliergov.net<mailto:MarleneMessam@colliergov.net>>
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Subject: RE: Grace Romanian CU‐Traffic calming on Weber
Jessica,
I have been copied on some emails but I am not working on this issue. Who wants to place traffic calming? What type
of traffic calming? Has anyone approached Transportation Operations to discuss this?
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Heidi Ashton‐Cicko
Managing Assistant County Attorney
Office of the Collier County Attorney
2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Suite 301
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252‐8400
From: Jessica Harrelson [mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com]
Sent: Friday, November 3, 2017 10:01 AM
To: ReischlFred <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>; AshtonHeidi
<HeidiAshton@colliergov.net<mailto:HeidiAshton@colliergov.net>>
Cc: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Fred and Heidi,
Have you had the opportunity to research the possibility of adding traffic calming devices, along Weber, in conjunction
with the Conditional Use?
Thank you.
Jessica Harrelson
Senior Project Coordinator
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Naples, FL | Sarasota, FL
From: ReischlFred [mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net]
Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 8:41 AM
To: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>; Fred Hood
<Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Not yet… Heidi is out.
Fred Reischl, AICP
Principal Planner
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239‐252‐4211
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
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From: Jessica Harrelson [mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 7:17 AM
To: ReischlFred <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>; Fred Hood
<Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Fred,
Do you have an update on the research being conducted on the traffic calming?
Thank you.
Jessica Harrelson
Senior Project Coordinator
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www.davidsonengineering.com<http://www.davidsonengineering.com/>
Naples, FL | Sarasota, FL
From: ReischlFred [mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net]
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 2:10 PM
To: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>
Cc: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Mike said his preference would be a single access along Weber.
He said chicanes or other horizontal traffic calming would be OK, but they must be authorized by the BCC. Heidi is
researching to see if this can be done in conjunction with the CU.
Fred Reischl, AICP
Principal Planner
239‐252‐4211
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
www.colliergov.net<http://www.colliergov.net>
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From: Fred Hood [mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com]
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 2:04 PM
To: ReischlFred <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>
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Cc: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Fred,
I spoke with our client earlier. It’s their preference that we retain two access points. Their reasoning lies in the concern
that we would be creating a bottleneck at the ingress/egress point along Golden Gate Boulevard, and that that may
cause even more of a headache for the traffic flow along the Boulevard.
It’s not a hard no, but it is a concern that they and I share with causing a bigger problem to the Boulevard. Does Mike S.
share any of that concern? I’m sure we can come to some agreement that would be a combination of calming and
access that would make the neighbors happy.
I think we should keep the dialogue open about this issue.
Thanks!
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
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From: Fred Hood
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2017 12:44 PM
To: 'ReischlFred' <FredReischl@colliergov.net<mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net>>
Cc: Jessica Harrelson <Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: RE: Grace Romanian
Fred,
We’ll reach out to the client and get their feelings on this. It may not be an issue for them, but let us confirm.
Thanks,
Frederick E. Hood, AICP
Senior Planner
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From: ReischlFred [mailto:FredReischl@colliergov.net]
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2017 12:35 PM
To: Fred Hood <Fred@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Fred@davidsonengineering.com>>; Jessica Harrelson
<Jessica@davidsonengineering.com<mailto:Jessica@davidsonengineering.com>>
Subject: Grace Romanian
Hi Fred & Jessica‐
Is one access point (GG Blvd) acceptable to the church?
‐Fred
Fred Reischl, AICP
Principal Planner
239‐252‐4211
2800 North Horseshoe Drive
Naples, FL 34104
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COLLIER COUNTY
Growth Management Department
Zoning Division
Comprehensive Planning Section
November 2, 2018
To: /Jeff Klatzkow, County Manager &
V Patricia Morgan, Director, Minutes & Records
From: Marcia R. Kendall, Senior Planner
Comprehensive Planning/Zoning Division
RE: BCC Hearing Packets for November 13, 2018
"Grace Romanian Chruch" - GMP Small Scale Amendment PL20160002584 (Adoption
hearing)
You previously received a complete CCPC hearing packet for their meeting that was held on
September 20, 2018. Therefore, please find attached only the additional pages added to the
packet for the BCC.
1) Executive Summary
2) Revised Ordinance
3) CCPC Affidavit & Advertisement
4) BCC Affidavit & Advertisement
If for any reason you would prefer to receive the full packet for both hearing boards, please
advise, accordingly.
Thank you!
Cc: Michael Bosi, Director, Zoning Division
David Weeks, GMP Manager
CCPC/BCC Memo folder 2018
Zoning Division•2800 North Horseshoe Drive•Naples, FL 34104•239-252-2400
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve by Ordinance petition PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1,a Growth
Management Plan Small Scale Amendment specific to the Conditional Uses Subdistrict of
the Golden Gate Area Master Plan, to allow church uses for the Grace Romanian Baptist
Church. (Adoption Hearing) [This is a Companion to Agenda Item 6976]
OBJECTIVE: For the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to approve (adopt) the proposed
small-scale Growth Management Plan (GMP) amendment and approve the amendment for
transmittal to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.
CONSIDERATIONS: The subject petition is submitted as a small-scale comprehensive plan
amendment. As such, per Florida Statutes, the request is heard once only by the Collier County
Planning Commission and the BCC. If approved by the BCC, the petition is transmitted to the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO).
The GMP amendment requested is for approximately 6.25 acres located at the southeast corner of
the intersection of Golden Gate and Collier Boulevards, in Section 11, Township 49 South, Range
26 East. (Urban Estates Planning Community). This petition seeks to amend the GMP, adopted
by
Ordinance No. 89-05, as amended, specifically amending the Golden Gate Area Master Plan and
Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Series by:
Adding text to establish a new area in the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, within the Estates
Designation,Mixed-Use District,to add the subject site as an exception for a church or place
of worship. And, creating a new location for the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, Special
Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria map for inclusion in the FLUM series.
The proposed amended Subdistrict text, as recommended by the Collier County Planning
Commission(CCPC), is depicted in Ordinance Exhibit"A."
The process for adoption of a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment requires (in part) the
following statutory standards be met [followed by staff analysis in bracketed and italicized text].
(1) A small-scale development amendment may be adopted under the following conditions:
(a) The proposed amendment involves a use of 10 acres or fewer. [The proposed
amendment pertains to a 6.25-acre property]
(b) The cumulative annual effect of the acreage for all small scale development
amendments adopted by the local government does not exceed a maximum of 120 acres
PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 Grace Romanian Baptist Church GMP Amendment Page 1 of 4
in a calendar year. [Thus far, three small scale GMP amendments have been adopted
in calendar year 2018 for a total of+17.48 acres (5.35 + 5.8 + 6.33).]
(c) The proposed amendment does not involve a text change to the goals, policies, and
objectives of the local government's comprehensive plan, but only proposes a land use
change to the future land use map for a site-specific small-scale development activity.
However, text changes that relate directly to, and are adopted simultaneously with, the
small-scale future land use map amendment shall be permissible under this section.
[This amendment is for a site-specific Future Land Use Map change and
directlyrelated text changes.]
(d) The property that is the subject of the proposed amendment is not located within an
area of critical state concern, unless the project subject to the proposed amendment
involves the construction of affordable housing units meeting the criteria of s.
420.0004(3), and is located within an area of critical state concern designated by s.
380.0552 or by the Administration Commission pursuant to s. 380.05(1). [The subject
property is not within an Area of Critical State Concern.]
(4) Comprehensive plans may only be amended in such a way as to preserve the internal
consistency of the plan pursuant to s. 163.3177. [Internal consistency will be maintained
between and among elements if the amendment is approved]
Based on the review of this small-scale GMP amendment petition, including the supporting data
and analysis, staff makes the following findings and conclusions:
• There are no adverse environmental impacts as a result of this petition.
• No historic or archaeological sites are affected by this amendment.
• The proposed church use is compatible with the surrounding area based upon a macro view
(Zoning Services Section staff conduct a more detailed compatibility review as part of their
review of the conditional use petition where considerations include building height and
setbacks, landscape buffers and open space, surrounding land uses, etc.
• There are no infrastructure related concerns regarding impacts upon adopted level of
service standards.
• On July 19, 2018, the CCPC recommended that the BCC approve the transmittal of the
Restudy of the Golden Gate Area Master Plan (GGAMP) Re-study-based GMP
amendments at their upcoming scheduled public hearing on September 25, 2018. Those
amendments include an allowance for Estates zoning district conditional uses at major
intersections, such as Collier Blvd. and GG Blvd., but limits the project size to 5 acres.
• In staff's opinion, if this petition is approved it will increase the likelihood of a similar
petition (to allow an Estates zoning district CU) being submitted for the property across
Golden Gate Blvd. at the northeast corner of Golden Gate Blvd. and Collier Blvd.
• Staff finds that the data and analysis submitted by the petitioner demonstrates a need for
the proposed amendment and that this is an appropriate location to fulfill that need.
The data and analysis provided for the amendment supports the proposed changes to the GGAMP.
The complete staff analysis of this petition is provided in the CCPC Staff Report.
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FISCAL IMPACT: The cost to process, review and advertise this petition was borne by the
petitioner via application and advertisement fees. Therefore, there are no fiscal impacts to Collier
County as a result of the adoption of this amendment.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: Adoption of the proposed amendment by the Board
for transmittal to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) will commence the
thirty-day (30) challenge period for any affected person. Provided the small-scale development
amendment is not challenged, it shall become effective thirty-one (31) days after receipt by DEO.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This Growth Management Plan(GMP)amendment is authorized
by, and subject to the procedures established in, Chapter 163, Part II, Florida Statutes, The
Community Planning Act, and by Collier County Resolution No. 12-234, as amended. The Board
should consider the following criteria in making its decision: "plan amendments shall be based on
relevant and appropriate data and an analysis by the local government that may include but not be
limited to, surveys, studies, community goals and vision, and other data available at the time of
adoption of the plan amendment. To be based on data means to react to it in an appropriate way
and to the extent necessary indicated by the data available on that particular subject at the time of
adoption of the plan or plan amendment at issue." Section 163.3177(1)(f),FS. In addition, Section
163.3177(6)(a)2, FS provides that GGAMP plan amendments shall be based on surveys, studies
and data regarding the area, as applicable including:
a. The amount of land required to accommodate anticipated growth.
b. The projected permanent and seasonal population of the area.
c. The character of undeveloped land.
d. The availability of water supplies, public facilities, and services.
e. The need for redevelopment, including the renewal of blighted areas and the
elimination of non-conforming uses which are inconsistent with the character of the
community.
f. The compatibility of uses on lands adjacent to or closely proximate to military
installations.
g. The compatibility of uses on lands adjacent to an airport as defined in s. 330.35 and
consistent with s. 333.02.
h. The need to modify land uses and development patterns with antiquated
subdivisions.
i. The discouragement of urban sprawl.
j. The need for job creation, capital investment and economic development that will
strengthen and diversify the community's economy.
And FLUE map amendments shall also be based upon the following analysis per Section
163.3177(6)(a)8.:
a. An analysis of the availability of facilities and services.
b. An analysis of the suitability of the plan amendment for its proposed use
considering the character of the undeveloped land, soils, topography, natural
resources, and historic resources on site.
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c. An analysis of the minimum amount of land needed to achieve the goals and
requirements of this section.
This item is approved as to form and legality. It requires a super-majority vote for approval
because this is an adoption hearing. [HFAC]
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO THE COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING
COMMISSION: That the CCPC forward petition PL20160002584/CP-2017-1 to the Board with
a recommendation of approval.
COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION (CCPC) RECOMMENDATION: The
CCPC continued this petition indefinitely at their meeting on May 3, 2018 due to changes the
applicant proposed to the project and presented at the meeting. The applicant held a second
Neighborhood Information Meeting (NIM) on June 25, 2018. On September 20, 2018, the CCPC
held a public hearing and voted 5-1 (Mr. Strain against) to forward the petition to the Board with
a recommendation to adopt and transmit to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Mr.
Strain voted against the petition stating the proposed use is not compatible with the neighborhood,
and the church size is more of a commercial operation. No GMPA text changes were needed as a
result of the additional NIM or the CCPC hearing.
A total of nine letters and emails were received as of the date of the first CCPC meeting on May
3, 2018 meeting; two were in support, seven expressed concerns that included: traffic impacts;
impacts upon the quality of groundwater; property devaluation; and that the petition should not be
heard prior to the completion of the GGAMP Re-study. There were four public speakers, all of
which expressed concerns; these included: traffic impacts and the impacts upon the quality of
groundwater. No additional correspondence was received by Comprehensive Planning staff after
5/3/18. Three people spoke at the CCPC Public Hearing on September 20,2018,with two speaking
against the approval of the GMPA.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: To
adopt the Ordinance and transmit petition PL20160002584/CPSS-2017-1 to the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity per the CCPC recommendation.
Prepared by: Sue Faulkner, Principal Planner, and David Weeks, AICP, Growth Management
Manager, Zoning Division
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ORDINANCE NO. 2018-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
89-05, AS AMENDED, THE COLLIER COUNTY GROWTH
MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE
GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN AND GOLDEN GATE AREA
FUTURE LAND USE MAP BY REVISING THE CONDITIONAL USES
SUBDISTRICT TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
CHURCH OR PLACE OF WORSHIP. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE
BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION 11,
TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, CONSISTING OF 6.25
ACRES; AND FURTHERMORE, DIRECTING TRANSMITTAL OF
THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [PL20160002584]
WHEREAS, Collier County, pursuant to Section 163.3161, et. seq., Florida Statutes, the
Florida Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development Regulation Act,
was required to prepare and adopt a comprehensive plan; and
WHEREAS, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners adopted the Collier
County Growth Management Plan on January 10, 1989; and
WHEREAS, the Community Planning Act of 2011 provides authority for local
governments to amend their respective comprehensive plans and outlines certain procedures to
amend adopted comprehensive plans; and
WHEREAS, Grace Romanian Baptist Church of Naples, Inc. requested an amendment to
the Golden Gate Area Master Plan and Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map to revise the
Conditional Use Subdistrict to allow a church or house of worship; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Subsection 163.3187(1), Florida Statutes, this amendment is
considered a Small Scale Amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Subdistrict property is not located in an area of critical state concern or
an area of critical economic concern; and
WHEREAS, the Collier County Planning Commission (CCPC) on September 20, 2018
considered the proposed amendment to the Growth Management Plan and recommended
approval of said amendment to the Board of County Commissioners; and
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WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County did take action in the
manner prescribed by law and held public hearings concerning the proposed adoption of the
amendment to the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan on November 13,
2018; and
WHEREAS, all applicable substantive and procedural requirements of law have been
met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that:
SECTION ONE: ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE GROWTH
MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Board of County Commissioners hereby adopts this small scale amendment to the
Golden Gate Area Master Plan and Golden Gate Area Future Land Use Map in accordance with
Section 163.3184, Florida Statutes. The text and map amendments are attached hereto as Exhibit
"A" and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION TWO: TRANSMITTAL TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
The Board of County Commissioners directs transmittal of the adopted amendment to the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.
SECTION THREE: SEVERABILITY.
If any phrase or portion of this Ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent
provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion.
SECTION FOUR: EFFECTIVE DATE.
The effective date of this plan amendment, if the amendment is not timely challenged,
shall be 31 days after the state land planning agency notifies the local government that the plan
amendment package is complete. If timely challenged, this amendment shall become effective
on the date the state land planning agency or the Administration Commission enters a final order
determining this adopted amendment to be in compliance. No development orders, development
permits, or land uses dependent on this amendment may be issued or commence before it has
become effective. If a final order of noncompliance is issued by the Administration
Commission, this amendment may nevertheless be made effective by adoption of a resolution
affirming its effective status, a copy of which resolution shall be sent to the state land planning
agency.
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PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida this day of , 2018.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, CLERK COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
BY:
Deputy Clerk ANDY SOLIS, CHAIRMAN
Approved as to form and legality:
N' 2�
Heidi Ashton-Cicko, C.
Managing Assistant County Attorney
Attachment: Exhibit A—Proposed Text and Map Amendment
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EXHIBIT A
GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN
2. ESTATES DESIGNATION
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A. Estates-Mixed Use District
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3. Conditional Uses Subdistrict
Various types of conditional uses are permitted in the Estates zoning district within the Golden
Gate Estates area. In order to control the location and spacing of new conditional uses, one of
the following four sets of criteria shall be met:
a) Essential Services Conditional Use Provisions:
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b) Golden Gate Parkway and Collier Boulevard Special Provisions:
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c) Neighborhood Center Transitional Conditional Use Provisions:
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d) Transitional Conditional Uses:
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e) Special Exceptions to Conditional Use Locational Criteria:
1. Temporary use (TU) permits for model homes, as defined in the Collier County Land
Development Code, may be allowed anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
Conditional use permits for the purpose of extending the time period for use of the
structure as a model home shall be required, and shall be subject to the provisions of
Section 5.04.04B. and C. of the Collier County Land Development Code, Ordinance
No. 04-41, as amended. Such conditional uses shall not be subject to the locational
criteria of the Conditional Uses Subdistrict, and may be allowed anywhere within the
Estates-Mixed Use District.
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2. Conditional Use permits for excavation, as provided for in the Estates zoning district,
are not subject to the locational criteria for Conditional Uses and may be allowed
anywhere within the Estates-Mixed Use District.
3. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates zoning
district, is allowed on Tract 22, Golden Gate Estates, Unit 97.
4. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship as allowed in the Estates Zoning
District is allowed on the north 180 feet of Tract 107, Unit 30, Golden Gate Estates.
Church-related day care use shall not be allowed. Development shall be limited to a
maximum of 12,000 square feet of floor area.
5. Conditional Use for a church or place of worship, as provided for in the Estates Zoning
District, is allowed on Tract 16 and the west half of Tract 15, Golden Gate Estates,
Unit 4 (see map titled Conditional Uses Subdistrict: Collier Boulevard Special
Provisions).
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FUTURE LAND USE MAP SERIES
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Golden Gate Boulevard/Everglades Boulevard Center
Immokalee Road/Everglades Boulevard Center
�-. Randall Boulevard Commercial Subdistrict
Commercial Western Estates Infill Subdistrict
Golden Gate Parkway Interchange Conditional Uses Area
Golden Gate Parkway Institutional Subdistrict
Mission Subdistrict
Estates Shopping Center Subdistrict
Estates Shopping Center Subdistrict Conceptual Plan
Everglades— Randall Subdistrict
Southbrooke Office Subdistrict
Conditional Uses Subdistrict: Golden Gate Parkway Special Provisions
Conditional Uses Subdistrict: Collier Boulevard Special Provisions
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State of Florida
Counties of Collier and Lee
Before the undersigned they serve as the authority, personally appeared Natalie Zollar who on oath says that she
serves as Inside Sales Manager of the Naples Daily News,a daily newspaper published at Naples, in Collier County,
Florida;distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida;that the attached copy of the advertising was published in
said newspaper on dates listed.Affiant further says that the said Naples Daily News is a newspaper published at Na-
ples,in said Collier County,Florida,and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said
Collier County, Florida; distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida,each day and has been entered as second
class mail matter at the post office in Naples, in said Collier County, Florida,for a period of one year next preceding
the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor
promised any person, or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund for the purpose of securing this
advertisement for publication in the said newspaper.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on
May 03,2018 commencing at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners Chamber,Third
Floor,County Government Center,3299 Tamiami Trail East, Naples,FL.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY,FLORIDA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.89-05,AS AMENDED,THE COLLIER
COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE GOLDEN GATE AREA
MASTER PLAN AND GOLDEN GATE AREA FUTURE LAND USE MAP BY REVISING
THE CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
CHURCH OR PLACE OF WORSHIP. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN
SECTION 11,TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH,RANGE 26 EAST,CONSISTING OF 6.25 ACRES;AND
FURTHERMORE, RECOMMENDING TRANSMITTAL OF THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT
TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [PL20160002584]
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OF COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA,
PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW A CHURCH
WITHIN AN ESTATES ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SECTION 2.03.01.B.1.c.1 OF
THE COLLIER COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON
THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD
IN SECTION 11,TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH,RANGE 26 EAST,COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA.
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All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard. Copies of the proposed ORDINANCE and
RESOLUTION will be made available for inspection at the GMD Zoning Division, Comprehensive
Planning Section,2800 N.Horseshoe Dr.,Naples, between the hours of 8:00 A.M.and 5:00 P.M.,
Monday through Friday. Furthermore, the materials will be made available for inspection at the
Collier County Clerk's Office; Fourth Floor, Collier County Government Center,3299 Tamiami Trail
East,Suite 401 Naples,one week prior to the scheduled hearing.Any questions pertaining to the
documents should be directed to the GMD Zoning Division, Comprehensive Planning Section.
Written comments filed with the Clerk to the Board's Office prior to May 03,2018 will be read and
considered at the public hearing.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Collier County Planning Commission
with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he will need a record of that
proceeding,and for such purpose he 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.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this
proceeding,you are entitled,at no cost to you,to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact
the Collier County Facilities Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101,
Naples,FL 34112-5356,(239)252-8380.at least two days prior to the meeting. Assisted listening
devices for the hearing impaired are available in the Board of County Commissioners Office.
Mark R Strain,Chairman
Collier County Planning Commission
April 13,2018 ND-1981104
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Study spreads alarmNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Nous a hereby given that a public hcarmg will be held by the Collier('orgy Planning
Commission(CCPC)at 9(00 A.M.,May 3.2018.in the Board of County Commusmncrs
at officer suicides Meeting Room,Third Floor.Collier Government Center,1299 East Tamiami Train Naples
FL.,to consider:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
"m.o` More first responders press but suicides are not,and it's be- FOR AN INSUBSTANTIAL CHANGE TO ORDINANCE NO 2008-06, AS
cause of the level of secrecy around AMENDED.THE PEZZETTINO DI CIELO RPUD.TO ADD TWO DEVIATIONS
kill themselves than these deaths,which really shows the RELATING TO LANDSCAPE BUFFERS AND FENCFJWALL HEIGHT. TO
stigmas,"Heyman said. DELETE ONE DEVIATION RELATING TO CUL DE SAC LENGTH. TO
die in line of duty She said departments don't release MODIFY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS RELATING TO MINIMUM
Information about suicides, and less PRINCIPAL AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE SETBACKS. TO ADD A NEw
Chantal Hayes than 5 percent have suicide-prevention CROSS SECTION EXHIBIT. AND TO REVISE THE MASTER PLAN TO
USA 0000 programs.It's something first respond- RECONFIGURE THE SITE LAYOUT THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS
era are ashamed to talk about and ad- LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF LIVINGSTON ROAD.APPROXIMATELY '
Suicides left more officers and tire- dress,which Is having a deadly result, ONE-HALF MILE NORTH OF VETERANS MEMORIAL BOULEVARD. IN
fighters dead last year than alt line-of- she said. SECTION 12,TOWNSHIP 48 SOUTH.RANGE 25 EAST.COLLIER COUNTY.
duty deaths combined-alerringetatis- "There Is not enough conversation FLORIDA,CONSISTING OF±17.52 ACRES.IPL201600034621
tic that continues to plague first re- about mental health within police and
spenders but garners little attention. fire departments,"the study says."SI-
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A new studyby the Ruderman Family lane can be deadly,because it Is Inter- PROJECT
Foundation,a nonprofit that works for preted as a lack of acceptance and thus Lee COunly LOCATION
the rights of people with disabilities, morphs Into a barrier that prevents firstCotter Ct9unty
looked at depression, post-traumatic responders from accessing potentially o
stress disorder and other issues affect- life-saving mental health services" CP
ing first responders and the rates of gut- The stigma Isn't just In silence,the
Me In departments nationwide, study outlines.Families want to hide -4 1
The group found that while suicide the reasoning behind the death of a
has been an Issue for years,little has loved one.Officers feel they'll be looked I
been doneto address R even though first down on or taken off the job If they -
responders have PTSD and depression speak up about depression.Dying by il - O+
at a level five times that of civilians. suicide means they aren't buried with ro
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lice officers committed suicide,whereas There have been some discussions §
93 firefighters and 129 officers died in and pushes for mental health programs 111th hn
AVE N mokalee RD o
the line of duty.which Includes every- In departments,but the process is slow. ' I I +thing from being shot,stabbed,drown- The report highlights programs to
Ing or dying in a car accident while on push the Issue,such as peer-to-peer as-
the Job, sistance,mental health check-ups,time All interested parties arc invited to appear and be heard. Copan of the proposed
Miriam Heyman,one of the co-au- off after responding to a erltical incident RESOLUTION will be made available for insrection at the Collier County Clerk's office,
thors of the study,said the numbers of and family training programs to Identify fourth neer.Collier Courtly Government Center,3299 East Tamiami Trail,suite 401.
suicide are under-reported,while other the warning signs of depression and Naples.FL.one week prior to the scheduled heariog.Written comments must be filed with
more high-profile deaths make head- PTSD. the Zoning Division.Zoning Services Section.prior to May 3.2018.
lines.There were 46 officers who died A project published this year by the If a person dendes to appeal any decision made by the Collier Comity Planning Commbdon •
after being shot on the job in 2017,nearly International Association of Chiefs of with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing,he will need a record of
67 percent fewer than the number ofsu- Police detailed the Issues around sul- that proceeding.and for such purpose he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
icicles. tide and highlighted many of the same proceedinp is made,which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
The number of firefighter suicides programs.It noted that first responder appeal is to be based.
may only represent about 40 percent of suicide Is nearly Impossible to track be- If you area person with a disability who needs any ar000mm°dation in order to participate
the deaths, she said, meaning the cause it's often not reported, in this proceeding,you arc entitled,at no cost to you.to the provision of certain assistance.
deaths couldtotal more than 250-more "It Is a departmental Issue that Please contact the Collier County Facilities Management Donsioa located at 3335 Tamiami
than double the amount of all line-of- should be addressed globally,"the re- Trail East.Suite 1111-Naples FL 34112.5356.12391252-n3m1,et kart two days prior to the
duty deaths. port notes."Departments must break meeting. Assisted listening devka for the heanng impaired arc available in the Board of
"It's really shocking, and part of the silence on law enforcement suicides County Commissioners OBke.
what's interesting is that line-of-duty by building up effective and continuing Collier County Planning Commission
deaths are covered so widely by the suicide-prevention programs." Mark strain.Chairman
r.. April 13,2018 '.D-1982842
NOTICE OF INTENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE 1
NOTICE OF LAND DEVELOPMENT Notice May 03,2018 corommeno at Color
OFmAMin mUM Board o`f Co my C ron wCam� anis Ch 1OTon I
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CODE CHANGE Fbor.GOWN Government Canter,3299 Tamura,Trail East.Naples.FL
The purpose Oi the Mer'rg'n to consider:
Nonce is hereby Worn that oo Alae TO,HIS,n the Board or(oway Commissions,Mating Room.Tel Floor.
Bolding"I'..0011e,County Goo-Tame.Comer 1299 ramum,Ton last Naples.Honda 14112.the Cam. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
('lady Plass*CaamiYifm will comMer an amendment to the Collier County land Development Code The COUNTY,FLORIDA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.05-05.AS AMENDED,THE COLLIER
menmg will commerce at 5:e5E.0 The nide of the proposed ordinance nes follows. COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF
AN ORDINANCEOFTTIEROARDOFCOUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA.SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE GOLDEN GATE AREA
FLORIDA,AMENDLNC:ORDINANCE NUMBER 0441,AS AMENDED,THE COLLIERMASTER PLAN AND GOLDEN GATE AREA FUTURE LAND USE MAP BY REVISING
COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE,WHICH INCLUDES THE COMPREHENSIVE THE CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
LARD REGULATIONS FOR THE UNINCORPORATED AREA OF COLLIER COUNTY. CHURCH OR PLACE OF WORSHIP.THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE
FLORIDA 10 ALLOW MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN THE SAME ZONING SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN
DISTRICTS AS PHARMACIES INCLUDING CERTAIN PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT- SECTION II,TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH.RANGE 26 EAST.CONSISTING OF 6.25 ACRES.AND
DISTRICTS,THE COMMERCIAL CONVENIENCE DISTRICT IC-2),COMMERCIAL FURTHERMORE,RECOMMENDING TRANSMITTAL OF THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT
INTERMEDIATE DISTRICT(C-3).GENERAL COMMERCIAL.DISTRICT ICII,HEAVY TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY;PROVIDING FOR
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT IC-H),M'SINE&I PARE DISTRICT IBP).RESEARCH AND SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE IPt-20160002584j
TE('H.NOIOGY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT. SANTA BARBARA g
COMMERCIAL OVERLAY DISTRICT(SWOT.AND GOLDEN GATE DOWNTOWN
CENTER COMMERCIAL.OVERLAY DISTRICT(C.GIN(0).AND TO CODIFY STATUTORY A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OF COLLIER COUNTY.FLORIDA,
REQUIREMENTS FOR SECURITY MEASURES AND DESIGN AND SIGNAGE BY PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW A CHURCH
PROVIDING FOR,SECTION ONE.RECITALS;SECTION TWO,FINDLNGS OF FACT. WITHIN AN ESTATES ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SECTION 203.01,B,I.o.1 OF
SECTION THREE.ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE LAND DEVELOPMENT THE COLLIER COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON
COW„MORE SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE FOLLOWING:CHAPTER ONE- THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD
GENERAL PROVISIONS,INCLI'.DING SECTION 1.0e.02 DEFINITIONS CHAPTER IWO- IN SECTION 11,TOWNSHIP 49 SOUTH,RANGE 26 EAST COWER COUNTY,FLORIDA.
ZONING DISTRICTS AND USES.INCLUDING SECTION 2.0103 COMMERCIAL ZONING fPL201600025T7j
DISTRICTS,SECTION 2.01.04 INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS.SECTION 205.96
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DCSTRICTS,SECTION 1.0307 OVERLAY ZONING l
DISTRICTS CHAPTER FIVE-SIIPPLEMENTAI.STANDARDS,ADDING NEW SECTION
5.05.10 MEDICAI. VIARUI ANA DISPF.NSARIFA;CHAPTER TEN-APPI,Ir'ATION. PIOJECT
REVIEW, AND IIFI'ISION-VIAEING PROCEDURES,INCLUDING SECTION 10.01.06 LOGATIMI
PUBLIC NOTICE ANTI REQUIRED HEARLNGS FOR LAND LSE PETITIONS;SECTION ani oleo w
FOUR,CONFLICT AND NEVERABILITI':SECTION FIVE.INCLUSION IN THE COLLIER
COUNTY LANA DEVELOPMENT CODE:ANT/SECTION SIX,EFFECTIVE DATE.
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liSOl�� Al interested Parties are meed to appear 000 be heard.Copies of the proposed ORDINANCE and er
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DIS RESOLUTION will ba made available tor inspection at the GM0 Zoning Division.Comprehensive •
I Ltrif� Planning Section,2800 N.Horseshoe On..Naples between the haus of 600 AM.and 500 0,,M.. N
i I Mondayle, linty 0 1511 y.0 ce,Fourth 000 materials wit Ge madvera available Cent for inspection at the
Collier County Clerkb Office,Fourth Floor,Corr County Government Center,3299 Tam,ami Trail
East bete 401 Naples.ore week prior to the scheduled hearing.My amnions pertarl'g to the
A. documents should be directed to the GMD Zonkg Division.Comprehensive Plonks Section.
"N ` Wooten comments filed with the Clerk to the Soard's Office poor to May 03,2018 will be read and
considered at tie public hearai9.
"....\
All interested parties nonce are nce In Amur and he heard lweaned of the pnsed amendments an mailable for It a pe1s0/'00-,dogm
s 10 appeal any docmmode by the Can GpuaY Plannirg GOmmts0,o0
public inspects.in the Zoning 005 Land Development Review Section,Growth Management Depanlnen1.2000 with respect to any mane.considered at such',mop Or Ma no.he will need a'.cord of that
N Horseshoe Drive.Naples.Honda.between the hours of 500 A M.and 1:00 PM..Monday through Friday proceedrt0.and for such purpose he may rod to areas PVI a verbatim record o'the proceedings
Furthermore materials will to made available Le nor ectom at,ho Colla,County Clerk,Ottio a Fourth lionis made.which record Includes the testimony and evidence tp0n which the appeal 0 to be based.
Suite 401.Collier County Government('enter Fist Naples.one week pow h•the seheJWeJ heating P You are a paean with a duabilny who needs any accommodation len oda to panic pate rt.this
11 you are a porton with a diah,idy who nems any oo,oreulattunminJ.duPirni1Paumthio Pneeumgy,m p010oedno.you are entitled,al no cost to YOu.to the Proven',of amen assstern:e.Please COM.,
are entitled.ah no eau t.,you.to the provision M attain assets ee Please coma.(the("ones County Fooli:us the Collier County Facilities Management Division,located at 3335 T9muna Trail East Suit 101.
Management Holston.at 3135 Tamum,Trod East.Suite 101 Naples.Ft 1411243%121912252-1,00.at lust Naples,FL 34112-5356,(239)252.8350.at least two days prior to the 0Netog.Assisted ostemng
two days Prior h.the 00,01/115..Assisted listening deuce for the hearing impaired aro available,n the award of devkea ler the heoroh9 mpained 010 available n the Roam 01 County Commiaeiorars t00,,ce.
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Mark R Strain,Chairman
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Mark Sham.Chairman
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ND-19823H 2018 ND-1981104
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NaplesNews.com
Published Daily
Naples,FL 34110
Affidavit of Publication
State of Florida
Counties of Collier and Lee
Before the undersigned they serve as the authority, personally appeared Natalie Zollar who on oath says that she
serves as Inside Sales Manager of the Naples Daily News, a daily newspaper published at Naples, in Collier Counter,
Florida;distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida;that the attached copy of the advertising was published in
said newspaper on dates listed.Affiant further says that the said Naples Daily News is a newspaper published at Na-
ples, in said Collier County, Florida,and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said
Collier County, Florida; distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida, each day and has been entered as second
class mail matter at the post office in Naples, in said Collier County, Florida,for a period of one year next preceding
the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor
promised any person, or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund for the purpose of securing this
advertisement for publication in the said newspaper.
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BB F WEDNESDAY,OCTOBER 24,2018 1 NAPLES DAILY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Wiomen oseNOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and as the Board of
Zoning Appeals,will hold a public hearing on November 13,2018,commencing at 9:00 a.m.,in the
$513B Board of County Commissioners Chamber.Third Floor,Collier CountyGovernment Canter,3299 Tamiami
a year to :1::: shearing is to consider,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY.FLORIDA,AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.89.115,AS AMENDED,THE
ORATED
gen e r pay gap GROWTHCOLLIER COUNTY AREA OF COLLIER AREA LGRGMANAGEMENT PLANTY, FIARIDA,OLDEN
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SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN
Losses are compounded ployers for asking about salary histo- GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION IL'TOWNSHIP 49
ry.) SOUTH,RANGE 26 EAST,CONSISTING OF 6.25 ACRES;AND FURTHERMORE:,
throughout their lives New motherhood and fatherhood DIRECTING TRANSMITTAL OF THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
also weigh differently on wages,with AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.IPI.r01680073841
Charles.Jonas 1 USA TODAY men more likely to receive a pay raise
once they become a parent while a
Women experience$513 billion in women often see their financial for- A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OF COLLIER COUNTY,
lost wages a year because of the stub- tunes falter for reasons ranging from FLORIDA,PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONDITIONAL USE
born pay gap that persists between inflexible schedules to needing time TO ALLOW A CHURCH WITHIN AN ESTATES ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT TD
them and their malepeers,accordingoff to be their children's primarycare- FPROPERTY LOCATED TE THE THE.SOUTHEASTCOUNST CARD DEVELOPMENT DEN COTE
FORBOULEVARDAND ON THE RDIN CORNERCTIONIi GOWNS IP GATE
YOa new report from the American AS- giver. COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION II,TOWNSHIP 49
sociation of University Women. "This old Ozzie-and-Harriet model SOUTH,RANGE 26 EAST,COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA.IPL29160802677I
The consequences of women earn- of what a family looks like just doesn't
ing 80 cents on average for every dollar work in modem workplaces,but sadly
brought home by a man can affect biases exist whether they're conscious
nearly every aspect of their lives,from or implicit...in terms of how we think Gan O.ewe w
the ability to pay off college debt to about childhood and parenthood,"
their decisions about having children Churches says."We should be doing a
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to how financially stable they are when better job on paid parental leave.We a
they ultimately retire. should be doing more on flexible ,.A`e St
"Women right away from the first schedules...which can still lead to 4
job are earning less," says Kim great productivity."
Churches,AAUW's CEO,who added The pay gap is more stark for wom-
that women disproportionately accu- en of color.Latins eamed only 53
mutate more student loan debt than cents for every dollar earned on aver- All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard. Copies of the proposed ORDINANCE and
RESOLUTION will be made available for inspection at the GMD Zoning Division,Comprehensive Planning
their male peers."So,here you are sad- age by white men last year,while black
Section,2800 N.than ore,, Dr..Naples,FL.,between the hours of 8:00 A.M.and 5:00 P.M..Monday
died with more debt.Now,you have a women earned 61 cents.Asian women through Friday.Furthermore.the materials will be made mailable for inspection at the Collier County Clerk's
pay gap.And it continues throughout earned 85 percent. Offic».Fourth Boor,Suite 401,Collier County Government Cerner,East Naples,one week poor to the
scheduled hearing.Any questions pertaining to the documents should be directed to the GMD Zoning
your life....That compounding goes all Among the states,California had
Division.Comprehensive Planning Section.Written comments filed with the Clerk to the Board's Office prior
the way through to retirement." the sliminess earnings gap,with wom- to November 13,2018.11 be read and considered at the public hearing.
The wage disparity begins to widen en being paid 89 cents for every dollar If a person decides to appeal an decision made by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners
almost immediately,with 20-year-old typically brought home by a man, with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing,he will need a record r or that proceeding,
working women tending to earn 90 while Louisiana fared the worse,with and for such purpose he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings Is made.which
cents for every dollar paid to a male women earning just 69 percent of a record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
peer.But,by the time they turn 54, male colleague's pay.
If you area person with a disobiltty who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding,
women are earning 22 cents less on av- Efforts are underway to erase such you are entitled,at no cast to you,to the provision of certain assistance.Please contact the Collier County
erage,according to the AAUW report. inequities, including working with Facilites Management Division,located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East.Suite 101,Naples,FL 34112-5356,(2391
That's due in part to new employers employers and industries to be more 252-8380.at least two days prior to the meeting.Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired are
basing their salary offers on what a transparent about what they pay and available in the Beam or County Commissioners orrice.
worker earned previously, leaving helping women become stronger ad- BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
women at a disadvantage and making vocates within their workplaces.The COLDER COUNTY,FLORIDA
it harder for them to catch u ANDY SOLIS.CHAIRMAN
p.(Some AAUW has a goal of training 10 million
states,like California and Delaware, women how to negotiate for better sal- CRYSTAL K.KINZEL,CLERK
have adopted laws prohibiting em- aries, By: Martha Vergara,Deputy clerk
(SEAL)
October 24,2018 ND-2143066
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SB :J WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2018 3 NAPLES DAILY NEWS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and as the Board of
Zoning Appeals,will hold a public hearing on November 13,2018,commencing at 9:00 a.m.,in the
Board of County Commissioners Chamber,Third Floor,Collier County Government Center,3299 Tamiami
Trail E.,Naples,FL.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 89-05, AS AMENDED, "ITIE
COLLIER COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE UNINCORPORATED
AREA OF COLLIER COUNTY. FLORIDA, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE
GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN ANI)GOLDEN GATE AREA FUTURE LAND
USE MAP BY REVISING TIIE CONDITIONAL USES SUBDISTRICT TO ALLOW
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CHURCH OR PLACE OF WORSHIP. THE
SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AI THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN
Cr- GATE BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD IN SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 49
SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST; CONSISTING OF 6.25 ACRES; AND FURTHERMORE.
DIRECTING TRANSMITTAL OF'THE ADOPTED AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [PL20160002584]
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OF COLLIER COUN]Y.
FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONDITIONAL USE
TO ALLOW A CHURCH WITHIN AN ESTATES ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT"10
SECTION 2.03.01.B.1.c.1 OF THE COLLIER COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GOLDEN GATE
Pk' BOULEVARD AND COLLIER BOULEVARD EN SECTION II, TOWNSHIP 49
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All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard. Copies of the proposed ORDINANCE and
RESOLUTION will be made available for inspection at the GMD Zoning Division,Comprehensive Planning
Section, 2800 N. Horseshoe Dr., Naples, FL., between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Monday
through Friday.Furthermore,the materials wilt be made available for inspection at the Collier County Clerk's
Office, Fourth Floor, Suite 401, Collier County Government Center, East Naples, one week prior to the
scheduled hearing. Any questions pertaining to the documents should be directed to the GMD Zoning
Division,Comprehensive Planning Section.Written comments filed with the Clerk to the Board's Office prior
to November 13,2018 will be read and considered at the public hearing.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners
with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing,he will need a record of that proceeding,
and for such purpose he 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.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding,
you are entitled,at no cost to you,to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County
Facilities Management Division,located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East,Suite 101,Naples,FL 34112-5356,(239)
252-8380,at least two days prior to the meeting. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired are
available in the Board of County Commissioners Office.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA
ANDY SOLIS,CHAIRMAN
CRYSTAL K.KINZEL,CLERK
By: Martha Vergara,Deputy Clerk
(SEAL)
October 24,2018 ND-2143066