Placement: Resolutions / Quasi-Judicial Hearing
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 26-R14, Quasi-Judicial, Public Hearing, a Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use to Allow an Enclosed Assembly Area over 3,000 Square Feet, Without an Alcoholic Beverage License for On-Premises Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages, in the General Commercial (CG) Zoning District per Section 158.124(C)(2) of the Port St. Lucie Code of Ordinances for a Project Known as Andrews-David, Joann, Margaret - Children’s Gym (P25-197).
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Submitted By: Ivan Betancourt, Planner I, Planning & Zoning Department
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a diverse local economy and employment opportunities.
Executive Summary (General Business): The applicant is requesting a Special Exception Use (SEU) to permit 7,114.78 square feet of enclosed assembly space as part of a proposed recreational facility for children.
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the resolution as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the resolution.
2. Move that the Council deny the resolution and provide staff with direction.
Background: The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this special exception use application on February 3, 2026.
Issues/Analysis: Special exceptions are uses that would only be allowed under certain conditions and are reviewed for compatibility with the existing neighborhood. Approval of a special exception application shall only be granted by the City Council if it meets the criteria established under Section 158.260 (A) through (L) of the City Code. The applicant’s responses to the criteria and the staff’s findings are detailed in the staff report.
Financial Information: N/A
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: 9197 S US Highway 1
Business Impact Statement: N/A
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Exhibit “A” - Proposed Floor Plan
3. Staff Report
4. SEU Criteria Responses
5. Application & Agent Authorization Letter
6. Warranty and Quitclaim Deed
7. Lease Agreement
8. Staff Presentation
NOTE: All of the listed items in the “Attachment” section above are in the custody of the City Clerk. Any item(s) not provided in City Council packets are available upon request from the City Clerk.
Internal Reference Number: 26035-06
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by Russell Ward, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.