§ 47-12.10.1. North Beach Area interim uses purpose and intent.

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Purpose and intent. The North Beach interim uses ("interim use") are intended to provide property owners with the opportunity to develop vacant properties in the North Beach Area for uses serving the neighborhood on a temporary basis prior to development of a more permanent type. The North Beach Area is one geographical area including three zoning districts which contain and permit a mixture of types of residential as well as nonresidential uses. The purpose of permitting interim uses within the North Beach Area is to foster an active pedestrian friendly environment while maintaining the established character and atmosphere of the area.

To this end, the zoning districts lying within the North Beach Area will allow plaza areas and other openly accessible space to serve the high quality destination resorts in that portion of the ABA zoning district within the North Beach Area and to revitalize and serve the residents and visitors occupying the existing structures in that portion of the IOA zoning district within the North Beach Area. This will be accomplished by requiring that an interim use development meet the following:

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Site improvements with hardscape and landscape must be consistent with the color palate and architectural resources present in the North Beach Area.

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The development site must provide accessibility to those using the open space.

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Site fixtures including tables, chairs, shade structures and other seating must be consistent with the North Beach Area character.

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The City ULDR lighting and noise regulations shall apply.

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Maintenance plans must be provided to ensure the health and safety of the interim use development.

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Size limitations shall apply to the area where amenities and accessory structures will be permitted in order to ensure adequate open areas.

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Interim uses shall be permitted on a temporary basis ensuring that long term development as permitted by the underlying zoning district is not impeded when the economic circumstances supporting long term investment are reestablished as determined by the City Commission.

Permitting interim uses as defined herein, will serve the hotels and the neighborhoods within the North Beach Area, support the activation and revitalization of the Central Beach Area and afford the public greater opportunities to enjoy the natural outdoor beauty that is part of the City of Fort Lauderdale's beach amenities.

The interim uses are intended to activate and improve the character and aesthetics of vacant properties, while also providing desirable community amenities to portions of the North Beach neighborhood.

Further, it is recognized that encouraging increased pedestrian accessible activities and amenities within certain areas of the beach stimulates the economic growth and revitalization of the City.

( Ord. No. C-11-41, § 2, 12-20-11 )