Placement: Public Hearing - Quasi Judicial
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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P24-131 FPL Savannah Substation - Cell Tower - Special Exception Use
Location: North of SE Veterans Memorial Parkway and west of US Highway 1
Legal Description: A tract or parcel of land lying in Section 35, Township 36 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida
The request is for a Special Exception Use (SEU) to allow a 150-foot-tall monopole wireless communication tower on a 2.52-acre developed parcel within the General Use (GU) zoning district.
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Submitted By: Sofia Trail, Planner I, Planning and Zoning Department
Executive Summary: Applicant requests a Special Exception Use (SEU) to allow a 150-foot-tall monopole wireless communication tower on a 2.52-acre developed parcel within the General Use (GU) zoning district. The project was recommended for approval by the Site Plan Review Committee (SPRC) on August 27, 2025.
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: If the Board finds the use consistent with Section 158.260 (A) through (L) of the City code, move that the Board recommend approval to the City Council with the following conditions of approval:
1. In accordance with Section 158.213 of the Code of Ordinances, interference with the use of radio, television, or telephone broadcasting and reception, as a result of any approved tower or antennae shall be considered a violation of the special exception approving the tower and may result in the revocation of the special exception. Such interference may further be considered a public nuisance, and the city may order abatement of the same including but not limited to, requiring removal of the tower.
2. Any obsolete or unused tower shall be removed after twelve (12) months of non-use. A removal bond or irrevocable letter of credit equal to Fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) shall be required prior to obtaining final site development permits.
Alternate Recommendations:
• Move that the Board amend the recommendation and recommend approval to the City Council,
• Move that the Board recommend denial to the City Council.
Background: There is an existing FPL substation located on the site.
Issues/Analysis: See staff report.
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: North of SE Veterans Memorial Parkways and west of US Highway 1
Attachments:
1. Staff Report
2. SEU Criteria Responses
3. Conceptual Site Plan
4. CRA Support Memo
5. Application & Agent Authorization Letter
6. Warranty Deed
7. Staff Presentation