Placement: Resolutions / Quasi-Judicial Hearing
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 25-R29, Quasi-Judicial, Public Hearing, a Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use (P24-184), Pursuant to Section 158.124(C)(11) of the Zoning Code, to Allow a Convenience Store with Fuel Sales in the CG (General Commercial) Zoning District for a Project Known as Murphy USA - SW Gatlin Boulevard.
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Submitted By: Francis Forman, Planner III
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of high-quality infrastructure and facilities.
Executive Summary (General Business): The City of Port St. Lucie has received a request from Murphy Oil USA, applicant, for a special exception use to allow a 2,824 square-foot convenience store with 16 fuel sale positions totaling 7,792 square feet, as per Section 158.124(C)(11) of the General Commercial (CG) zoning district. The Zoning Code lists a convenience store with a fuel service station may be permitted only following the review and specific approval by the City Council. The site is currently vacant; however, it was approved for a car wash use in 2022.
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the Special Exception Use application as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Board.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the Special Exception Use application.
2. Move that the Council not approve the request and provide staff with direction.
Background: The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the Special Exception Use at their May 6, 2025, meeting.
Issues/Analysis: 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).
Financial Information: N/A
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: 1837 SW Gatlin Boulevard
Business Impact Statement: N/A
Attachments:
1. Resolution 25-R29
2. Exhibit A - Conceptual Site Plan
3. Staff Report
4. Conceptual Landscape Plan
5. Conceptual Elevations
6. SEU Application and Responses
7. Public Works Traffic Memo
8. Traffic Study
9. Warranty Deed
10. Agent Authorization Letter
11. 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: 25126-02
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by Russell Ward, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.