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Savannah Beach, Georgia
November 3, 1976
A Special Called Meeting of the City Council was held this
afternoon in the Councilroom at City Hall in accordance with
Article VI, Section B, of the Savannah Beach Zoning Ordinance
on the Application of Diversified Developments, Inc. for the
following purposes:
To amend Article V, Section A, Paragraph II
of the Zoning Ordinance inorder to correct
a typigraphical error and to change the
required multi - family lot area.
City Attorney Lance Smith read the notification of the
hearing that appeared in several issues of the Savannah News/
Press.
Mr. John Allgood, Secretary of the Savannah Beach Planning
Commission appeared in the place of Mr. Bert Barrett, Chairman,
in order to present the recommendations of the Planning Commission.
The recommendations were as follows:
1. The square footage requirements be changed for a
more dense use of multi -unit housing, particularly
in oceanfront areas.
2. A variance for a nine foot extension into the dune
protection line be given for the main structure and
an additional eight foot intrusion for the open
decks of the proposed condominiums.
He explained that the Planning Commission made these
recommendations based on Mr. Bill Greer's indication that he
would landscape the area to provide the type of protection
intended by the dune protection line and to provide berms in
that area.
He added that they also made it clear in their recommen-
dations that this variance idea is on a case by case basis.
Councilman Fleetwood stated he did not approve of the
2,000 foot per unit limitation. He feels it could create
ghettos situation.
Councilman Deborde asked whether there would be any
infringement on the sand dunes. The Clerk stated that she
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had received a call from Mr. Steve Pressman of the Department
of Natural Resources in which he stated the state had no jur-
isdiction nor did they want any jurisdiction. This responsibility
was placed on the City of Savannah Beach with the adoption of
the Sand Dune Ordinance. Councilman Deborde stated he felt
the State should at least take a look at the plans for this
project. Mr. Greer answered that he had offered to send the
plan to the State for inspection but was told it was not necessary.
Councilman Alexander questioned Mr. Greer on how he proposed
to construct dunes which he had spoken of earlier. Mr. Greer
answered he would do this by putting in dirt for stabilization
with sand and vegetation, such as sea oats, on top of that.
Councilman Fleetwood continued to state his disapproval
of the reduction in square footage saying he did not feel the
ordinance should be changed just for this plan. He made a
motion that the variances be approved but the change in the
square footage requirements for multi - family dwellings be denied.
Councilman Fahey asked whether the condominiums could be
built if the footage was not changed to which Attorney Smith
answered no.
Mr. John Allgood of the Planning Commission explained to
Council that the members of the Planning Commission arrived
at their recommendations for the reduction of footage by looking
at Tybee overall, not just at this particular project. They
used the Savannah Beach Masterplan for Development. The motion
made by Councilman Fleetwood died due to the lack of a second.
Councilman Alexander moved that the entire plan, the
variances and change in the Ordinance, be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Fahey. A question was placed by
Councilman Fleetwood on whether there should be two readings of
the Ordinance approving this.
The City Attorney stated he felt one reading would be
sufficient but it was up to the Council. Councilman Fahey
said he felt there should be two readings, which was agreed
by all. At this time the Ordinance was read for the first
time by the City Attorney.
After the reading, Councilman Alexander withdrew his original
motion and moved that the Tybee Lights Condominiums be approved
for construction as recommended by the Planning Commission. The
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motion was seconded by Councilman Deborde and carried with vote
of five to zero with Councilman Fleetwood abstaining.
At this time the recommendations of the Planning Commission
were adopted as part of this hearing on a vote of five to zero
with Councilman Fleetwood abstaining.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned
to the next regular or special called meeting.
Mayor
City Clerk