ITEM NO. 14:           M-2 TO RS-2; .34 ACRES; 824 GARFIELD STREET &                                                                         PROPERTY ABUTTING 827 GARFIELD STREET (MJL)

Z-02-04-06: A request to rezone a tract of land approximately .34 acres from M-2 to RS-2.  The property is generally described as being located along Garfield Street, east of Delaware Street (824 Garfield & property abutting 827 Garfield Street to the southeast).  Initiated by the City Commission on 2/14/06 following approval of the Burroughs Creek Corridor Plan.

STAFF PRESENTATION

Ms. Leininger presented.  This is a proposed rezoning from M-2 to RS-2 at 824 Garfield Street and the vacant property to the southeast of 827 Garfield Street as recommended in the Burroughs Creek Corridor Plan.  The key points are as follows:

• RS-2 District would allow the existing use.

• The rezoning would alleviate a non-conforming use.

• Horizon 2020 identifies the properties as single-family residential and is consistent with several policies regarding low-density residential uses.

Staff recommends approval of the rezoning.

PUBLIC HEARING

No member of the public spoke on this item.

ACTION TAKEN

Motioned by Eichorn, seconded by Harris to recommend approval.

          Motion carried unanimously, 10-0