Placement: Resolutions / Quasi-Judicial Hearing
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 25-R66, Quasi-Judicial, Public Hearing, a Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use, Pursuant to Section 158.124(C)(14) of the Zoning Code, to Allow Two Restaurants with Drive Through Service Lanes in the CG (General Commercial) Zoning District for a Project Known as Savona Plaza (P25-002).
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Submitted By: Francis Forman, Planner III
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a diverse local economy and employment opportunities.
Executive Summary (General Business): The City of Port St. Lucie has received a request from Redtail Design Group, Inc., acting as agent for the Savonna Blvd, LLC, for a special exception to allow two (2) restaurants with drive-through service lanes in the General Commercial (CG) zoning district per Section 158.124(C)(14) of the Zoning Code. The 3.45-acre property is located on the northwest corner of SW Savona Boulevard and SW Paar Drive. The property is legally described as Port St. Lucie Section 19, Tract H.
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the Special Exception Use application with the following condition as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at their October 7, 2025 meeting:
1. The drive-through service lanes are for mobile orders only. If menu boards are proposed, a new special exception use application is required.
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 application and provide staff with direction.
Background: The site is proposed to consist of two (2) commercial retail/restaurant buildings totaling 9,850 square feet and 11,750 square feet, respectively. The proposed drive-through services will be located on the north and south side of the building would be divided between the two buildings as to not overlap uses and traffic lines, to create a more uniform site circulation and comply with the City’s development regulations. The proposed uses would provide queueing lengths of 8 to 11 cars each and will not front on a street
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: The project is generally located on the northwest corner of SW Savona Boulevard and SW Paar Drive.
Business Impact Statement: N/A
Attachments:
1. Resolution 25-R66
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 Analysis
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: 25280-06
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by Russell Ward, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.