Development Review Committee
Regular MeetingDeltona, FL · April 4, 2024
Minutes
City of Deltona
2345 Providence Blvd.
Deltona, FL 32725
Minutes
Development Review Committee
Thursday, April 4, 2024 9:00 AM 2nd Floor Conference Room
A. The DRC and Informational/Pre-application meeting is held both in
person and in a virtual environment via Microsoft Teams and can be
accessed by the following methods:
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: 4 - Chair Phyllis Wallace
Member Jessica Entwistle
Member Leigh Grosvenor
Member Carl Lynch
Also present: Alternate Samuel Schaller; Alternate Sharon Shivers; Alternate Jonathan
Knight; Nelly Kerr, Milton Robles, Planning and Development Services; James Parrish,
Bobbie Degon, and Tony Elam, Deltona Water; City Attorney, Marsha Segal-George;
Robert Nieves, Demitrich Auto Center; Bennet Sebastian, Invision Construction
Development; Ed Durruthy, Resolute Development Group; and Cameron Hoch, Mabon
Management Group.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES & AGENDA:
A. Minutes of March 21, 2024
Motion by Jessica Entwistle, seconded by Leigh Grosvenor, to aprove
the Minutes of March 21, 2024, as presented. The motion carried
unanimously.
4. PRESENTATIONS/AWARDS/REPORTS:
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5. PUBLIC FORUM: Time permitted, public comments shall be limited to items
on the agenda and shall not exceed two minutes. Please be courteous and
respectful of the views of others. Personal attacks on Committee/Board
members, City staff or members of the public are not allowed and will be ruled
out of order by the Chair.
None.
6. OLD BUSINESS:
A. 2838 Howland Blvd. - Demitrich Auto Center - Final Site Plan update
Alternate Knight gave an overview of the project speaking about the current issues, and
the actions needed to be taken to ensure codes compliance.
Mr. Nieves spoke about the history of the tire shop, and suggested barbed wire above
the current eight (8) foot fence to make it ten (10) feet high in total to meet code
requirements.
Staff stated they will look into this matter to see it is feasible.
Discussion occurred regarding existing landscape, buffers, and the requirements
needed to resubmit.
Alternate Schaller spoke about fire issues, proper storage requirements, and three (3)
expired permits on the property.
Member Lynch stated he would work with the applicant to assist in the closing of all
expired permits.
Discussion occurred regarding parking requirements.
Chair Wallace stated a handicap parking space is required. Mr. Nieves stated he will
work to come into compliance with all outstanding issues.
7. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Pre-application Meeting - Wolf Pack Run - Final Site Plan
Mr. Sebastian gave history of location, and overview of the proposed project.
Member Entwistle stated flex space is permitted on the property. She explained the
setback requirements, and the parking requirements depend on the usage of the
property.
Discussion occurred regarding parking options for the property.
Member Entistle stated the dumpster enclosure is required to match the building.
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Discussion occurred about the aesthetic of the building, pond water management, and
utilities on the property.
Member Grosvenor stated a fire hydrant will need to be within 400 feet of the building.
Chair Wallace stated the property will require a tree survey to provide an overview of
what is currently left on the property.
Discussion occurred about a curb cut and driveway access on Wolf Pack Run.
B. Informational Meeting - Multiple Fort Smith Properties - Rezone
Mr. Durruthy gave an overview of the properties they are interested in, and requested
information on possibly rezoning them to residential zoning allow for construction of
homes on the properties. He stated D.R. Horton wants to build on the properties, and
gave presentation showcasing their size, zoning, location, and the surrounding areas
current usage. He stated all properties are currently zoned C-1 retail commercial and he
is interested in rezoning them to R1-B, single family residential.
Member Entwistle stated the City currently has a less than 8% commercial zoning, and
this would not be well received.
Discussion occurred regarding the potential issues of rezoning the lots, and how the
rezone may be perceived by the community.
Member Entwistle stated a Comprehensive Plan Amendment would be needed for R1-B
zoning, because it is medium density.
Mr. Durruthy spoke further about the history of the parcels, and the current challenges
facing the zoning, as well as their time on the market.
8. STAFF COMMENTS:
None
9. BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS COMMENTS:
None
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 9:54 am
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Phyllis Wallace, Committee Chair
ATTEST:
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______________________________
Brandon Hatch, Committee Secretary.
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Agenda
City of Deltona
2345 Providence Blvd.
Deltona, FL 32725
Agenda
Development Review Committee
Chair Phyllis Wallace
Member Jessica Entwistle
Member Leigh Grosvenor
Member Carl Lynch
Thursday, April 4, 2024 9:00 AM 2nd Floor Conference Room
A. The DRC and Informational/Pre-application meeting is held both in person and
in a virtual environment via Microsoft Teams and can be accessed by the
following methods:
Background: ***NOTE***
The meeting will be held in the virtual environment via Microsoft
Teams and can be accessed by the following methods:
Meeting Details:
Meeting number (access code): 233 740 639 533
Phone Conference ID: 132 668 691#
Meeting passcode: 8Fs6wM
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1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES & AGENDA:
A. Minutes of March 21, 2024
Attachments: Minutes of March 21, 2024
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4. PRESENTATIONS/AWARDS/REPORTS:
5. PUBLIC FORUM: Time permitted, public comments shall be limited to items
on the agenda and shall not exceed two minutes. Please be courteous and
respectful of the views of others. Personal attacks on Committee/Board
members, City staff or members of the public are not allowed and will be ruled
out of order by the Chair.
6. OLD BUSINESS:
A. 2838 Howland Blvd. - Demitrich Auto Center - Final Site Plan update
Background: Applicant: Robert Nieves
Demitrich Auto Center
Project Name: Demitrich Auto Center
Project Type: Final Site Plan
Project Acreage: +/- 0.34 acres
Current Zoning: C-1, Retail Commercial
Reference: SP23-0004
PARCEL NO.: 8130-39-09-0070
Property Location: 2838 Howland Blvd.
Background:
The applicant has questions regarding comments from the May 2023
Comment Letter. Planning staff sent the applicant an email providing
the details below on Fire Safety and Code Compliance issues on the
property.
The following has been outlined from Fire Safety regarding your
property:
1. The facilities store in excess of 500 tires on the property which
triggers a multitude of requirements, derived from Florida Fire
Prevention Code, NFPA 1, Ch. 33 - Outside Storage of Tires.
As of our last site visit on 3/8/2023, we counted 879 tires.
1. An Emergency Response Plan for management of
emergencies on the facility shall be developed and submitted
to our office for review. (FFPC NFPA 1 Ch. 33.3.1)
2. Due to the number of tires stored on site, the rims must be
removed from the tires being stored. (FFPC NFPA 1 Ch.
33.1.10)
3. An exterior, noncombustible fence, at least 10 ft in height, with
intruder control on top, shall be provided around the entire
perimeter of the property. (FFPC NFPA 1 Ch. 33.6.2)
4. Approved signage, stating the name of the operator, operating
hours, emergency telephone numbers, and site rules shall be
posted all site entrances. (FFPC NFPA 1 Ch. 33.6.1)
5. Permit No. BLDC21-0141 for the demolition of the building
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addition added on to the main structure expired on
06/08/2022 and shall be renewed and pass final inspections.
(FFPC NFPA 1 Ch. 1.7.12.10)
6. An operational use permit shall be required for the tire storage
yard if tires are to remain in excess of 500. (FFPC NFPA 1
Ch. 1.12.8)
In addition, please see attached: “NFPA 1_ Fire Code, 2021 Edition -
Chapter 33 Outside Storage of Tires. PDF.
The following has been outlined from Code Compliance
regarding your property:
1. Permit NO. BLDC22-0082 for the demolition of the canopy
expired 10/25/2022 and shall be renewed and pass final
inspections.
2. Permit No. ELEC22-0007 for the Change of Service expired
11/28/2022 and fees due amounting to $60.
Attachments: 1st DRC Comment Letter 05.16.2023
Demitrich Auto Center site plan
7. NEW BUSINESS:
A. Pre-application Meeting - Wolf Pack Run - Final Site Plan
Background: Applicant: Bennet Sebastian
Invision Construction and Development
3525 W. Lake Mary Blvd. Suite 303
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Project Name: N/A
Project Type: Rezone
Project Acreage: + 2.29 acres
Current Zoning: C-2, General Commercial
Reference: N/A
PARCEL NO.: 8108-05-00-0020
Property Location: South of the O’Reilly Auto Store and East of
Deltona High School
Background:
The applicant would like to build a combination of office/showroom
space and warehouse space. The unit sizes would be around 2,000
square feet on average with either front or rear loading doors,
depending on what is allowed. There is an existing retention pond
abutting this property that services both this parcel as well as the
parcel to the north (Oreilly Auto Parts). Dumpster location and final
parking count are still fluid at the moment.
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Attachments: 1
2
3
4
B. Informational Meeting - Multiple Fort Smith Properties - Rezone
Background: Applicant: Ed Durruthy
Resolute Development Group
625 Main Street Suite 105
Windermere, FL 34786
Project Name: N/A
Project Type: Rezone
Project Acreage: 257 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
317 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
321 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
700 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
724 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
728 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
740 Fort Smith Blvd. - + 0.17 acres
755 Fort Smith Blvd.- + 0.17 acres
825 Fort Smith Blvd.- + 0.65 acres
Current Zoning: C-1, Retail Commercial
Reference: N/A
PARCEL NO.: 8130-19-02-0010, 8130-42-25-0190, 8130-42-25-
0040, 8130-42-25-0030, 8130-19-07-0150,
8130-19-07-0090, 8130-16-07-0080, 8130-19-
07-0050, and 8130-19-03-0100.
Property Location: Fort Smith Boulevard
Background:
I am representing a National Builder who is interested in acquiring a
number of In-Fill Fractures lots in Volusia County under City of
Deltona Jurisdiction please see some below some f the property
addressees: 257, 700, 724, 728, 740 755, 825, 317 & 321 Fort Smith
Boulevard. The intent is to Rezone them to Residential R-4 to allow
the construction of SFR. This is one of the Top 3 National Builders
who intends to scale up their acquisition of Lots. I wanted to ask how
I can best explore this possibility with Staff. ..End
Attachments: 257, 317, and 321 Fort Smith
700, 724, 728, 740, 755, and 825 Fort Smith
8. STAFF COMMENTS:
9. BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS COMMENTS:
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10. ADJOURNMENT:
NOTE: If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission
with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, he/she will need a
record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he/she 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 (F.S. 286.0105).
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these
proceedings should contact the City Manager in writing at
CityManager@deltonafl.gov or to Deltona City Hall, 2345 Providence Blvd.,
Deltona, FL 32725 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at which the person
wishes to attend. The City is not permitted to provide the use of human physical
assistance to physically handicapped persons in lieu of the construction or use of
ramps or other mechanical devices in order to comply with Florida law. If proper
accommodations for handicapped access cannot be made at a particular public
meeting venue pursuant to a timely written request under Section 286.26 F.S., the
City Manager shall change the venue of that meeting to a location where those
accommodations can be provided.
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