Placement: Public Hearing - Non Quasi Judicial
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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P25-177 City of PSL - Northport Utility Site Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Location: The properties are generally located west of the intersection of NE Airoso Boulevard and NE St. James Drive.
Legal Description: Port St. Lucie Section Twenty Five, Block 325, Lots 7 through 10 (PB 13, PG 32)
This is a request for a small-scale future land use map amendment to change the future land use designation of approximately 0.92 acres from Residential, Office and Institutional (ROI) to Utility (U).
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Submitted By: Bethany Grubbs, AICP, Senior Planner/Public Art Program
Executive Summary: The City is requesting a small-scale amendment to the Future Land Use Map for four parcels located at Lots 7, 8, 9, and 10, Block 325, Port St. Lucie Section Twenty Five, along NW St. James Drive. The proposed amendment seeks to change the land use designation of approximately 0.92 acres from Residential, Office & Institutional (ROI) to Utility (U).
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Board recommend approval of the future land use map amendment.
Alternate Recommendation:
1. Move that the Board recommend denial of the future land use map amendment.
Background: In early 2025, the city acquired subject parcels to support the planned expansion of the Northport Utility Site. The Utility Systems Department (USD) has developed a Master Plan for the Northport Utility Site, which includes the relocation of the Utility Warehouse operations from the Prineville facility to this location. The acquisition of the subject parcels will support implementation of the Master Plan by expanding the site footprint and establishing a buffer around the utility facility, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and compatibility with adjacent land uses.
Issues/Analysis: This amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan by supporting the expansion of public utility infrastructure. It facilitates the implementation of the Northport Utility Site Master Plan and enhances compatibility with adjacent land uses. The amendment does not negatively impact level of service standards or environmental resources and supports the delivery of essential municipal services.
Special Consideration: A concurrent application to rezone the property to Utility (U) is under review (P25-172).
Location of Project: The properties are generally located west of the intersection of NE Airoso Boulevard and NE St. James Drive.
Attachments:
1. Staff Report
2. Application and Warranty Deed
3. Staff Presentation