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File #: LN-817    Version: Name:
Type: DRC Submission Status: Regular Agenda Ready
File created: 11/19/2025 In control: Development Review Committee
On agenda: 10/7/2026 Final action:
Title: AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMIZER'S WAREHOUSE
Attachments: 1. DRC Documents_12.03.2025.zip, 2. DRC Drawings_12.03.2025.zip, 3. DRC Documents_10.07.2026.zip, 4. DRC Drawings_10.07.2026.zip, 5. DRC Staff Report - 2nd Review - 10.7.26.pdf
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE

Meeting Date: OCTOBER 7, 2026

 

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AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMIZER'S WAREHOUSE

 

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Request:                     Minor Site Plan

P&Z#                     25-12000035

Owner:                     Volodarsky, Mikhail

Project Location:                     1777 N Andrews Ave

Folio Number:                     484227490010

Land Use Designation:                     I (Industrial)

Zoning District:                     I-1 (General Industrial)

Commission District:                     4 (Beverly Perkins)

Agent:                      Robert McIntire

Project Planner:                     Jonathan Cady (954-786-5578 / jonathan.cady@copbfl.com)

 

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Summary:

The applicant is requesting MINOR SITE PLAN approval to construct a new 4,642 sq. ft. commercial building along with related site and landscape improvements. The property measures 19,139 sq. ft. (0.439 acres) and is situated west of Andrews Avenue, south of NW 18th Street within the City of Pompano Beach. Currently, the site is vacant.

 

Staff Conditions:                      

PLANNING

Max Wemyss | max.wemyss@copbfl.com

Status: Pending Development Order

 

Plat limits development to 5000 sq feet of industrial use. The application proposes a retail distribution center (direct-to-consumer sales), which may be a commercial operation. Industrial Zoning districts permit a small area of the development to include retail operations. This is consistent with what is shown on your site plan. The operations of the remainder of the area are storage and distribution, which are industrial operations.

Therefore, a plat note amendment is not necessary (as discussed during DRC 12/3/25).

 

 

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

David McGirr | david.mcgirr@copbfl.com

Status: Resubmittal Required

1.                     Submit/upload the (BCEPMGD) Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Division Surface Water Management permit or exemption for the proposed paving and drainage shown on the civil engineering drawings. (Condition).

2.                     Submit/upload a copy of the (FDEP) Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit or written exemption from this agency for the proposed potable water main and service line connections shown on the civil engineering drawing. (Condition).

3.                     Submit/upload a copy of the (BCEPGMD) Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Division wastewater collection system license/permit or written exemption from this agency for the proposed construction of the gravity wastewater collection systems shown on the civil engineering plans. (Condition).

4.                     Submit/upload a copy of the (FDEP) Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit or written exemption from this agency for the proposed construction of the wastewater collection systems, shown on the civil engineering plans. (Condition).

5.                     Submit/upload a copy of the Broward County Traffic Engineering Division permit or exemption for the proposed off-site pavement marking and traffic signage plan on N. Andrews Ave. (Condition).

6.                     Submit/upload a copy of the Broward County Highway Construction and Engineering Division permit or exemption for the proposed street roadway improvements on N. Andrews Ave. (Condition).

7.                     Submit/upload A City Engineering permit application from one of the following licensed and qualified contractors required to construct the proposed utility work connected to the city utility system: State licensed CGC, State CUC, or Broward County licensed Engineering Contractor at time of permitting. (Condition).

8.                     Place note on landscape plans as per City Ordinance(s) 50.02(A) (3) and 100.35(G) that landscaping materials other than sod are not allowed within (5') five feet of any portion of City-owned utilities within the public street right-of-way, including meters, hydrants, service lines, etc. Also, please note that no trees, shrubbery, or obstructions shall be placed within a 3 radius of a City-owned sewer lateral cleanout or water &/or reuse meter. Show the location of all existing city-owned and maintained potable water mains and services, sanitary sewer mains or laterals, and storm drainage lines on the proposed landscape plans. Contact Tracy Wynn, GIS Coordinator, Engineering Division, for Utility information. 954-545-7007 tracy.wynn@copbfl.com Engineering Standard street tree detail 316-1 and 315-1. (Condition).

9.                     On the plan sheet 007 C-5, with the proposed water main, please remove all bends and keep the water main straight as it comes off NW 18 St. all the way to the south property line.

a.                     Plans still show a bend after the fire hyd.

10.                     On the plan sheet 007 C-5, with the proposed sewer main, the connection on NW 18 St. is either the existing manhole or the proposed one (please verify the existing one). Please confirm and note this on the plans. Also, extend the sewer main to the south property line as per the city ordinance.

All sanitary sewer manholes owned and maintained by Pompano Beach must be Sewper Coated. Note that on the plans.

Also, any work being performed inside the City of Pompanos sanitary sewer manholes. They are required to be brought up to current city standards. Additionally, the type of work performed inside the manhole will depend on whether any bench work needs to be completed simultaneously. Only Sewpercoat & Refratta HAC 100 are the two approved products allowed in our system. Below is a list of some examples. An approved SEWPER Coat applicator must install this work. A list of approved applicators will be provided.
1.Core drilling for new main or lateral installation
2.Plugging the old abandoned main or lateral
3.Installation of a force main dumping into a manhole
4.Raising or lowering the manhole for elevation changes

a.                     COPB does not allow DOG HOUSE manholes. All sanitary sewer manholes owned and maintained by Pompano Beach must be Sewper Coated. Note that on the plans.

11.                     Before the approval of the City Engineering Division, the Citys Utilities Division must approve these plans.

12.                     Before the approval of the City Engineering Division, the Citys Planning and Zoning Division must approve these plans.

13.                     On plan sheet 007 C-5, add an 8" gate valve at the end of the watermain and then the blow off.

14.                     On plan sheet 007 C-5, add a second valve after the tapping valve for testing, and the fill and flush per city engineering standard detail 104-1.

PLEASE PROVIDE A NARRATIVE RESPONSE TO THESE REVIEW COMMENTS (IF APPLICABLE), SEE MARKUPS (IF REFERENCED) AND CLEARLY SHOW CHANGES ON PLANS USING CLOUDED DETAILS AND DELTA REVISION MARKS AS NECESSARY.

**** Please note - the City Engineering Division may issue additional review comments throughout the remainder of the permitting process while the civil engineering plans are finalized for this project. ****

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Jim Galloway | jim.galloway@copbfl.com

Status: Resubmittal Required

 

1.                     Provide Required Fire Flow Data for each proposed structure (this flow will either be the total flow required for a non-fire sprinklered building or the fire sprinkler/standpipe demands): Fire flow calculations are determined from square footage and construction type of structure. Refer to NFPA 1 chapter 18 for required fire flow, number/spacing of fire hydrants. Depending on the hydrant flow test results additional fire protection systems or change in construction type maybe required for project (NFPA 1 2021 ed chapter 18). This information must be provided at DRC to evaluate current water supply conditions.

City of Pompano requires a minimum of 2 fire hydrants. Maximum distance to secondary fire hydrant is 400ft of any future building. Distance is measured by fire apparatus travel on access roadways. (COPFL ORD. 95.09(C))

a.                     Comments have not been answered on response sheet.

2.                     Provide a Hydrant Flow Test to determine the available water supply to this project. This test must be performed by a qualified company of the builder’s choice. In addition, the static pressure at the water main shall be determined by a recorded method (ie. water wheel) for a minimum twenty-four (24) hour period. The actual flow test must be witnessed by, and recorded data sent to City of Pompano Beach Fire Prevention.

a.                     Comments have not been answered on response sheet.

3.                     Indoor Radio Propagation Signal Strength Model: This structure may require a Bi-Directional Amplifier system. A qualified BDA designer/installer with local knowledge shall be needed to review this proposed plan. A computer generated color heat map showing anticipated unenhanced signal strengths within all areas of the proposed structures shall be required as part of this site plan review. If this computer-generated heat map reveals that there will be insufficient signal strength to support the City’s public safety radio communications network, a Bi-Directional amplifier system will be required. Plans for system will be required at building permit. Structures requiring a BDA system will not be issued a TCO or CO until this system is installed, tested and functional. System must be approved by Broward County: Office of Regional Communications and Technology, 115 S Andrews Av, #325 | Ft Lauderdale, FL 33301, Tel: 954-357-8570 or 954-357-8673 (NFPA 1 chapter 11 section 11.10.1, NFPA 72 chapter 24, Florida Building Code Broward County Amendments Chapter 1, Section 118)

a.                     Comments have not been answered on response sheet.

4.                     City of Pompano Beach Fire Prevention will approve a building application submittal that includes conceptual drawings of the fire alarm and fire protection systems that meet the requirements of Florida Administrative Code 61G15-32. However, working drawings for all life safety and fire protection systems must be submitted and approved before fire prevention will perform any field inspections.

5.                     All fire sprinkler systems must be supervised by a fire alarm system. (FBC ch 9 sec 901.6.1)

 

BUILDING DIVISION

Todd Stricker | todd.stricker@copbfl.com

Status: Pending Development Order

 

Advisory Comments


A preliminary examination of the documents has been performed; additional comments may apply when completed plans and/or specifications have been submitted for permitting to the building department.
Buildings shall comply with all local, state and federal codes in effect at time of application, including FEMA Floodplain, NPDES and HVHZ regulations.

FBC_BCA 105.2.3 Public service agencies/other approvals. The building official shall require that the laws, rules and regulations of any other regulatory AHJ, and where such laws, rules and regulations are applicable and are known to the building official, shall be satisfied before a permit shall be issued. The building official shall require such evidence, as in his or her opinion is reasonable, to show such other approvals.

City Ordinance 53.16(A)(1) Construction sites and construction activities. construction sites and operations shall be required to maintain during and after all construction, development excavation or alteration operations, structural and non-structural best management practices with the intent to reduce pollutants and sediment in stormwater runoff.

City Ordinance 152.06(A): If applicable, contractor shall provide temporary screened fence complying with City Ordinance 152.06(B) through 152.06(G).

FBC 3306.1 Pedestrians shall be protected during construction, remodeling and demolition activities as required by this Chapter and Table 3306.1. Signs shall be provided to direct pedestrian traffic.

City Ordinance 152.25(A) Site plans and construction documents, Information for development in areas with base flood elevations. The site plan or construction documents for any development subject to the requirements of the floodplain regulations shall be drawn to scale and shall include, as applicable to the proposed development all sections from: City Ordinance 152.25 (A)(1) thru City Ordinance 152.25 (A)(7). Delineation of flood hazard areas, floodway boundaries and flood zone(s), base flood elevation(s), and ground elevations if necessary for review of the proposed development, etc. nonresidential buildings shall comply with City Ordinance 152.29(C)(1)(B).

FBC A201.1 This code establishes standards for accessibility to places of public accommodation and commercial facilities by individuals with disabilities. All new or altered public buildings and facilities, private buildings and facilities, places of public accommodation and commercial facilities subject to this code shall comply with 2020 FBC Accessibility.

FBC A221.1.1 Florida vertical accessibility. Nothing in this code relieves the owner of any building, structure, or facility governed by this code from the duty to provide vertical accessibility to all levels above and below the occupiable grade level, regardless of whether the ADA standards for accessible design require an elevator to be installed in such building, structure or facility.

FBC A206.2.1 Site arrival points. At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces complying with FBC A502 and accessible passenger loading zones complying with FBC A209; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.

FBC_BCA 107.3.4.0.6 Compliance with the specific minimum requirements of this code shall not be in itself deemed sufficient to assure that a building or structure complies with all of the requirements of this code. it is the responsibility of the architect and/or engineer of record for the building, structure or facility to determine through rational analysis what design requirements are necessary to comply with 2023 FBC.

 

1.                     FBC_BCA 107.1 As per the building official, separate building applications will be required for erosion control, site work, temporary fences, monumental signage and miscellaneous site structures.

 

2.                     FBC [F] 903.2 The enforcing agency will require that all provisions for an approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures be provided in the locations described in sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 if applicable.

 

 

3.                     FBC 701.1 The enforcing agency will require that the provisions of this chapter, governing the materials, systems and assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fire-resistance-rated construction separation of adjacent spaces to safeguard against the spread of fire and smoke within a building and the spread of fire to or from buildings, comply with this section of the code.

 

4.                     FBC 703.2 Fire-resistance ratings. Where materials, systems or devices that have not been tested as part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly are incorporated into the building element, component or assembly, sufficient data shall be made available to the building official to show that the required fire-resistance rating is not reduced. Materials and methods of construction used to protect joints and penetrations in fire-resistance-rated building elements, components or assemblies shall not reduce the required fire-resistance rating.

 

5.                     FBC 1003.1 The enforcing agency will require that all general requirements specified in sections 1003 through 1013, applicable to all three elements of the means of egress system, in addition to those specific requirements for the exit access, the exit and the exit discharge, comply with this section of the code.

 

6.                     FBC 1029.1 In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter, provisions shall be made for emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R-2 Occupancies in accordance with Tables 1021.2(1) and 1021.2(2) and Group R-3 Occupancies. Basements and sleeping rooms below the fourth story above grade plane shall have at least one exterior emergency escape and rescue opening in accordance with this section.

 

7.                     FBC_BCA 107.1.1 The enforcing agency will require a life safety plan illustrating the floor area with proposed alterations with each room labeled. indicate construction type, fire rated walls, occupancy type: (current and proposed), occupancy load, means of egress, common path/travel distance/dead end corridor limits, accessibility accommodations including areas of refuge if applicable, emergency lighting, exits/exit signage, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, fire suppression system and pull stations if applicable. Also provide tested design from accepted agency for rated walls and penetration details.

 

8.                     FBC_BCA 107.3.5.6 The enforcing agency will require product approvals be reviewed and approved by the building designer prior to submittal to verify that such products comply with the design specifications. Reviewed and approved product approvals shall then become part of the plans and/or specifications. Product approval shall be filed with the building official for review and approval prior to installation.

 

9.                     FBC_BCA 107.3.5.2 The enforcing agency will require that all shop drawings, (i.e. components attached to building structure, trusses/joists, window walls, railings, awnings, etc), necessary to show compliance with applicable codes; shall be approved by the architect or professional engineer and submitted to the building official prior to installation.

 

10.                     F.S. 481.221(2) The enforcing agency will require digital signature panel to be active on all documents submitted for review to authenticate the serial number matches the submitted ESA. F.A.C. 61g1-16.005 Each sheet is required to be digitally or electronically signed, and bear the impress seal of, an architect or engineer (FBC_BCA 107.3.4.0.1).

 

11.                     FBC_BCA 107.3.4.0.8 All plans and/or specifications prepared by an architect or an engineer pursuant to the requirements of this code shall be hand signed, dated and sealed.

 

12.                     FBC_BCA 110.10.1 The enforcing agency will require a special inspector for various components of the building as determined by the building official. Building dept. will require special inspector form be completed and submitted for approval.

 

13.                     FBC_BCA 110.8.1 The enforcing agency shall require a special inspector to perform structural inspections on a threshold building pursuant to a structural inspection plan prepared by the engineer or architect of record. The structural inspection plan must be submitted to the enforcing agency prior to the issuance of a building permit for the construction of a threshold building.

 

14.                     FBC 1512.3.1 The enforcing agency will require that all new roofing construction, including recovering and reroofing, repair or maintenance shall have A HVHZ uniform roofing permit application, as established by the authority having jurisdiction, completed and executed by a licensed contractor.
Fbc 1512.3.2 The uniform roofing permit shall include calculations in accordance With Chapter 16 (High-Velocity Hurricane Zones) of this code, unless the roofing assembly is less than the height/pressure threshold allowed in the applicable protocols herein.

 

15.                     FBC A208.2 Minimum number. Parking spaces complying with 502 shall be provided in accordance with table 208.2 except as required by 208.2.1, 208.2.2, and 208.2.3. Where more than one parking facility is provided on a site, the number of accessible spaces provided on the site shall be calculated according to the number of spaces required for each parking facility.

 

16.                     FBC A502.6 The enforcing agency will require parking space identification comply with the following code: signs shall include the international symbol of accessibility complying with FBC A703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces when required By FBC A502.2 shall contain the designation Van Accessible. Reference Engineering Standard 300-5.

 

17.                     FBC 3303.5 Water Accumulation. The enforcing agency will require provisions be made to prevent the accumulation of water or damage to any foundations on the premises or the adjoining property.

 

18.                     1804.4 Site Grading. The ground immediately adjacent to the foundation shall be sloped away from the building at a slope of not less than one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope) for a minimum distance of 10 feet measured perpendicular to the face of the wall. If physical obstructions or lot lines prohibit 10 feet of horizontal distance, a 5-percent slope shall be provided to an approved alternative method of diverting water away from the foundation. Swales used for this purpose shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent where located within 10 feet of the building foundation. Impervious surfaces within 10 feet of the building foundation shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent away from the building.

 

19.                     FBC_BCA 110.13.2.1 It shall be the joint responsibility of any owner of real property upon which construction is occurring, and any contractor responsible for said construction, to ensure that all road rights-of-way remain free at all times of all construction waste and trash resulting from such construction, and that all waste and trash resulting from the construction are contained on the real property upon which the construction occurs.

 

20.                     FBC_BCA 109.3 Building Permit Valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated permit value at a time of application. Permit valuations, shall include total value of work, including materials and labor, for which the permit is being issued, such as electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing equipment and permanent systems.

 

21.                     FBC_BCA 110.8.5.4 All plans for the building which are required to be signed and sealed by the architect or engineer of record contain a statement that, to the best of the architects or engineers knowledge, the plans and specifications comply with the applicable minimum building codes and the applicable fire-safety standards as determined by the local authority in accordance with this section and chapter 633, Florida Statutes.

 

 

BSO

Anthony Russo | Anthony_Russo@sheriff.org

Status: Resubmittal Required

Development Review Committee Date Reviewed: 09/16/2026
Subject: CPTED and Security Strengthening Report: PZ#: PZ25-12000035
Name: AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMIZER'S WAREHOUSE
Address / Folio: 1777 N. Andrews Avenue Ext., Pompano Beach, FL
Type: Minor Site Plan
Cycle: 2

Reviewer: BSO Deputy David Cappellazo for the City of Pompano Beach
david_cappellazo@sheriff.org
M-(954) 275-7479 (Send Text & Email, No Voicemail)
Monday Thursday; 8 AM 3 PM

Reviewer: BSO Deputy T. Russo for the City of Pompano Beach
anthony_russo@sheriff.org
M-(561) 917-4556 (Send Text & Email; No Voicemail)
Tuesday Friday; 8 AM 3 PM


***Important Please Read***
Please submit a CPTED diagram plan to the EPlan, and incorporate the following conditions into your CPTED narrative and diagram.

***THE CPTED & SECURITY STRENGTHENING CONDITIONS STATED BELOW MUST BE INCORPORATED INTO YOUR CPTED NARRATIVE PLAN & ONTO YOUR CPTED DRAWING DIAGRAM FOR APPROVAL. THE PURPOSE IS ESTABLISH CONSISTENCY BETWEEN THE NARRATIVE DOCUMENT & DRAWING DIAGRAM THIS WILL ALSO AID IN EXPEDITING THE CPTED INSPECTION PROCESS BY ENSURING THAT THE ON-SITE PROJECT MANAGERS HAVE ALL THE NECESSARY INFORMATION TO MEET EXPECTATIONS. ***

A. Natural Surveillance (Landscaping)
1.) Maintain 2-to-2.5-foot maximum height for all hedges, bushes, low plants, and ground cover.
Goal: Increase visibility & deter concealment.

2.) Maintain an 8- feet clear tree trunk for canopy trees and tall plants without any obstructive limbs or foliage hanging down below 8' feet that would in the present or future obstruct Natural &/ or Electronic Surveillance. (Note that young immature trees with 6 inch or less diameter trunks are excluded from this condition ONLY WHILE MATURING per code.)
Goal: Increase visibility, improve line of sight & prevent obstructions to electronic surveillance & pedestrian scale lighting.

A1. Natural Surveillance (Lighting)
1.) Lighting must comply with the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America IESNA G-1- 2022 Guide for Security Lighting for People, Property, and Critical Infrastructure.

2.) Security lighting should be primarily concentrated at gateways, doorways & windows; it should not over-illuminate or create shadows.

3.) Pedestrian scale lighting must be incorporated for designated pedestrian paths of travel. Such pathways can include, but are not limited to: sidewalks, exterior shopping centers, parking lots, walking paths for recreational use, etc.

A2. Natural Surveillance Security Strengthening
1.) For Commercial & Industrial, all solid exterior doors must have a see-through reinforced security window, or an audible/ video intercom pager system including service doors, garage, or bay doors (if any), etc.
Goal: To provide an opportunity to monitor and surveil the exterior prior to exiting to avoid being ambushed upon exiting. This also provides an opportunity to visually identify and screen visitors in the event of an attempted criminal ruse entry such as by a fake Delivery Driver, UPS/ FEDEX, Utility Worker, etc. Criminal incidents of theft, burglaries and robberies can cause extreme financial loss & may also have deadly consequences, so strategically planning and designing defenses ahead of time to prevent or deter these incidents is vital for safety and security.

2.) Exterior stairwell risers (if any) should be of a see-through design.
Goal: To enhance Natural Surveillance & to prevent the underside of the stairwell from being used as place for criminal activity, concealment, ambush attack as well as to deter trespass & loitering.

A3. Electronic Surveillance Security Strengthening
*** ATTENTION ***
PROPOSED CAMERA AND MONITORING LOCATIONS WILL BE COORDINATED WITH A SECURITY AND ACCESS CONTROL CONSULTANT AND THE BROWARD SHERIFFS OFFICE CPTED REVIEWER *** PRIOR *** TO PERMITTING. PLANNING AND INSTALLATION OF THE SURVEILLANCE MONITORING SYSTEM MUST INCLUDE FIELD INPUT FROM EXPERIENCED CPTED/ SECURITY STRENGTHENING LAW-ENFORCEMENT TO PROVIDE OPTIONS TO CONSIDER TO AID IN ENSURING OPTIMAL RESULTS.

1.) Electronic surveillance cameras must be strategically located for maximum active and passive observation.

2.) Surveillance Monitors depicting real time security camera views must be strategically located for maximum overlapping active and passive observation.

3.) Security cameras must fully view all parking areas, building entrances and pedestrian paths of travel along and up to the building perimeters.

4.) Any potentially vulnerable areas that cannot be observed through Natural Surveillance must be covered by electronic surveillance monitoring. Such areas can include, but are not limited to: meeting rooms, workout / exercise rooms, employee breakrooms, customer waiting rooms, interior & exterior common areas, etc.

5.) Designated vehicle parking areas have one of the highest crime rates therefore security video surveillance coverage must be comprehensive with overlapping sight cones & ensuring there will be no gaps in coverage.

B. Access Control Security Strengthening
1.) Wayfinding & Instructional Signage must be prominently displayed & posted where necessary.
Examples of signage can include, but are not limited to: Main Entrance, Emergency Exit, Private Property, Restricted Access, Employees Only, No Admittance, No Trespassing, Visitor / Guest Parking, One Way Traffic, No Thru Traffic, Pedestrian Crossing, Hours of Operation, Rules & Regulations, Do Not Enter, Maximum Occupancy, Evacuation Route, etc.

2.) All exterior doors must have non-removable door hinge pins, and it is recommended to include the capacity for electronic door position switches to signal a security alarm system that a door, which should not have been opened, has been opened and breached. Occupants or the alarm company will then investigate and/ or address any emergency accordingly.

3.) For Commercial and Industrial: Install hard-wired burglar security / intruder alarms. Alarms must be monitored and activated whenever businesses are closed, or all personnel are out of the building offices.

4.) COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL / RESIDENTIAL/ Hotels/ Retail / Multi-Family with Security/ Front Desk Receptionists / Hosts (if any): Areas designated for employee & customer transactions such as a reception desk, counter tops, podium, &/or bar must be designed with a clear boundary delineation &/or enclosure separating public from private areas. Examples would be appropriate signage and a physical barrier such as a door, or at least a stanchion with a chain or rope delineating the private non-public area as off-limits.

5.) Any existing or future fencing anywhere on the site should be CPTED oriented such as metal rail bars with see-through spacing to maintain critical Natural Surveillance. Note that hollow aluminum is weak & is easily bent/ pried to facilitate climbing through so steel is much preferred. Horizontal bars are NOT preferred as they can used to facilitate easy climbing & breaching into restricted areas.

B1. Access Control Security Strengthening for Dumpster Enclosures / Trash Rooms
1.) To deter loitering by trespassers, illegal dumping and a concealment / ambush point for criminals, dumpster enclosures with rolling or swing gates, including those that also have a designated pedestrian entry passageway, must include all the following for both the swing and pedestrian gates:

2.) .A robust locking mechanism such as a throw bolt with a robust shielded padlock for example rather than only a vulnerable chain and non-shielded padlock.

3.) Bottom gate clearances must be 8 inches above the ground.
Purpose: For viewing underneath to deter loitering and trespassing inside the enclosures, and to deter/ prevent the enclosure from being used as concealment/ ambush for a more serious crime such as a violent robbery, sexual assault/ battery, etc.

4.) If there is a pedestrian passageway into the dumpster enclosure it must have the lockable gate which remains closed and locked except when in active use by authorized persons.

5.) Dumpster area must have a vandal resistant/ proof motion-sensor security light to illuminate the area when in use between sunset and sunrise.

6.) Dumpster areas must be secured with Access Control and video surveillance.

7.) Enclosed trash rooms (if any) must be equipped with either constant lighting &/or a secured motion sensor lighting system that will provide immediate illumination upon entry.

B2. Access Control Security Strengthening for Key Control & Management Offices
1.) Any keys, key fobs, key card devices &/or similar devices that are stored on site must be secured with access control such as, but not limited to: Mechanical, Electronic Control, Biometric, etc. Electronic key signals can be cloned (copied) so keys must be stored in a signal blocking locked safe.

2.) Key security office / room / key storage closet door must have an alarm and robust mechanical locking system.

3.) A surveillance camera must monitor the office key storage area.

4.) Management / Security Office door must have a security viewer (door scope / peephole) or reinforced security window.

C. Territorial Reinforcements Security Strengthening
*** ATTENTION ***
BSO NO TRESPASSING SIGNAGE IS TO BE COORDINATED WITH A BROWARD SHERIFFS OFFICE CPTED REVIEWER *** PRIOR *** TO PERMENANT PLACEMENT OF THE SIGNS. THIS IS TO ENSURE OPTIMAL RESULTS.
1.) Submit a Broward Sheriff's Office No Trespass Program Affidavit simultaneously with the application.

2.) Post sufficient Broward Sheriffs Office No Trespass signage so that it is readily available at all entrances and all sides of the property: North, South, East, and West. Please note additional signage may be necessary depending on the size & layout of your development.

3.) Post BSO No Trespass signs prominently with bottom edge of sign at approximately a minimum of 6 to 7 feet in height from ground level for clear unobstructed viewing throughout property and from the site perimeter lines. Secure robustly using sturdy fasteners at all corners to help prevent vandalism.

4.) Solid walls (if any) and elevated platform features used in design elements, specifically those used as perimeter / privacy boundaries, should not have a flat top, and should be designed with an angled, beveled, curved, or otherwise shaped top to deter easy climbing over which is a potential trespassing/ breaching vulnerability, and/ or to deter sitting and loitering upon which could also be a potential fall and injury hazard. Signage prohibiting trespass or sitting upon walls should be included in the design as necessary.

C1. Security Strengthening Parking Lots / Parking Garages / Covered Parking
1.) An Access Control vehicular gate entrance into the parking garage / development will deter and help prevent trespass opportunities. These entrances must be under video surveillance.

2.) For developments using controlled vehicle access, please explain what type of access control measures will be utilized.
Examples of vehicle access control: electronic vehicle access control gates or manually operated security gates.

3) Per Broward County Fire Prevention Code, All New & Existing automatic vehicle entry gates shall be equipped with the Click 2 Enter (C2E) Universal Access System thereby providing Fire Rescue & Law Enforcement the ability to immediate access the site.

4.) Post signage in parking areas forbidding vehicles other than owner's/ authorized guests to park and loiter in private parking lot.

5.) Post towing sign and enforce tow away policy consistently concerning illegally parked or abandoned vehicles.

6.) Incorporate traffic calming devices, including bollards and rumble strips, to protect pedestrians, employees & to prevent excessive vehicle speed, especially in areas where doorways, pedestrian passageways, exits open directly into the vehicle lanes of travel, this includes inside enclosed garages.

7.) Vehicle parking lots & garages that exit onto the public roadway must have multiple traffic control indicators strategically placed to advise exiting vehicles to use caution before entering the right-of-way. Examples of such indicators can be, but are not limited to: Stop Signs, Stop Bar Pavement Markings, an Illuminated Stop Sign, Enter & Exit Signage, Flashing Red Light, Rumble Strips, signage indicating to watch for vehicles, bicyclists & pedestrians, etc.

D. Maintenance & Management Security Strengthening
1.) For Commercial including COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL/ RESIDENTIAL/ Hotels/ Multi-Family / Offices, etc. with Security/ Front Desk Receptionists / Hosts (if any): Install a fixed concealed silent panic duress alarm at main entrance AND a provide a portable activator for redundancy in the event the fixed alarm is compromised due to the fixed alarm post being vacant, or for any serious incident such as an active killer or other emergency. Additional portable duress alarm activators must be provided to employees that are assigned to work on the exterior of business such as drive-thru lanes, curbside service, exterior dining, maintenance, etc.

2.) Ensure all publicly accessible exterior electrical power outlets have a lockable metal cover AND easily accessible secure internal cutoff switch.
Goal: To deter theft of utility services & deny use by potential trespassers, unauthorized users, etc. who may be attracted to the propertys amenities and/ or vulnerabilities and then trespass and loiter to charge their mobile phones, etc., or commit other crimes of opportunity once theyre on site.

3.) Ensure all publicly accessible exterior water outlet spigots have a nearby easily accessible secure locking cap.
Goal: To deter theft of utility services & deny use by potential trespassers, unauthorized users, etc., who may be attracted to the propertys amenities and/ or vulnerabilities, and then who frequently trespass and loiter to wash themselves and their clothes, who frequently leave soiled clothing and lots of litter behind or commit other crimes of opportunity once theyre on site.

4.) Costly equipment such as ground floor exterior air conditioning units (if any) must be firmly secured in place to deter theft. Options to consider are Metal Strap Tie Downs, Secured Enclosures &/or Sensor Equipment, etc. Serial numbers & photos of such equipment must be stored & readily available for possible criminal or property damage reports.

5.) Security / Convex mirrors must be incorporated into areas with limited visibility that are not covered by security surveillance cameras & considered to be potential points of concealment, ambush &/or extreme safety concern.
Purpose: To provide the legitimate user with increased visibility in areas such as, but not limited to lengthy intersecting hallways, alleys, parking garages, vehicle entry / exit points to the public right of way, blind corners, elevators, retail shopping isles, etc.

6.) The number address signage must be unobstructed by landscaping or external features, provide good color contrast, be visible from the roadway & preferably be reflective for instant recognition by law enforcement & EMS when responding to emergency calls for service.

E. Activity Support Security Strengthening
1.) If the building/ development has a Wi-Fi system, it needs to be encrypted and password protected. If Wi-Fi is offered as a complimentary service by a business, then it should be disabled when the business is closed to the public.
Purpose: An open Wi-Fi system will attract non-legitimate users to loiter and use the open free Wi-Fi.

2.) Exterior bench seating (if any) for public use should be CPTED orientated to include spacers / dividers / arm rests or preferably use a single seat design.
Purpose: To deter unintended excessive loitering, trespassing, lying down, sleeping, etc thereby depriving legitimate users to ability to utilize the designated seating.

3.) Public, Visitor &/or Common Use Restrooms, Storage Rooms Locker Rooms, Saunas (if any) must be equipped with either constant lighting &/or a secured motion sensor lighting system that will provide immediate illumination upon entry.

4.) Single use public restrooms must have access door locking hardware that will display to a potential user if the restroom is Vacant or In Use.


***Note***
For DRC Comment Responses Letters, Please Issue Responses in the Affirmative such as Will Comply or Will Be Done. Comment Responses such as Acknowledged, Understood or Noted are ambiguous & do not clarify compliance.

Additionally, the author of your CPTED & Security Strengthening Plan should provide their name & contact information on the CPTED Narrative Document. This would help to expedite any necessary communication for the approval process.

 

UTILITIES

Nathaniel Watson| Nathaniel.Watson@copbfl.com

Status: Pending

 

As of the drafting of this report on September 24, 2026, the Utilities Department has not provided any new comments related to the October 7, 2026, DRC review. Please contact Nathaniel Watson for follow-up. Please note that additional comments may be added to ePlan after the fact and can be discussed during the meeting.

 

 

LANDSCAPE REVIEW

Mark Brumet | mark.brumet@copbfl.com

Status: Resubmittal Required

 

1.                     It appears that previous comments were not fully addressed and no comments response was provided.

2.                     Submit a tree survey prepared, signed, and sealed by a Florida Registered Surveyor showing the locations of all existing trees and palms in accordance with Code Section 155.2411, and Part 5. Copy and relabel the survey as Tree Survey.

3.                     Provide a Tree Disposition Plan; this shall be separate from the landscape Plan.

4.                     Submit a Tree Assessment and Appraisal prepared by an ISA Certified Arborist in accordance with FS Rule 14-10.057 of the Florida Administrative Code as amended, for all trees that are specimen (18” or greater and health condition of 60% or greater), and all palms trees; provide DBH for all non-specimen trees (no individual $ value shall be provided); assign each existing tree a number; specify the common and botanical name for each existing tree; provide the height for each existing tree; provide the DBH for each existing tree (excluding palms trees); evaluate the health condition of each existing tree; identify the status of each existing tree (whether the tree is to be protected in place, relocated, or removed); and provides a dollar value for each existing tree included on the tree survey in accordance with Code Section 155.2411, 155.5204, and Article 9 Part 5.Provide methodology for tree appraisal as all values appear to be low. All trees are to be appraised based on the Rule 14-10.057, Florida Administrative Code, provide worksheets for all the trees appraised.

5.                     Provide a Tree Disposition Table reflecting the following: Total Hardwood Specimen Tree $ Value to be Removed; Total Hardwood Specimen Tree $ Value to be Relocated; Total Hardwood Specimen Tree $ Value to be Protected; Total Palm tree $ Value to be Removed; Total Palm tree $ Value to be Relocated; Total Palm tree $ Value to be Protected; Total Non-Specimen Tree DBH inches to be Removed; Total Non-Specimen Tree DBH inches to be Relocated; Total Non-Specimen Tree DBH inches to be Protected.

6.                     Provide a Tree Mitigation Table that clearly shows the following: Total Hardwood Specimen Tree $ Value to be Removed vs. Replaced; Total Palm tree $ Value to be Removed vs Replaced; Total Non-Specimen Tree DHB inches to be Removed vs Caliper inches to be Replaced. Note, mitigation is above and beyond minimum tree requirements for the site.

7.                     North perimeter requires 5 trees the others may be applied to mitigation.

8.                     Proposed AD’s along the VUA must be a minimum of 14’ OA, correct.

9.                     Please provide a note; As per 155.5203.B.5.a thru e: Provide a scaled Irrigation Plan illustrating a rust free, automatic underground irrigation system installed in accordance with requirements of the Building Code, include a rain-sensing cutoff device, providing 100% coverage with 50% overlap, and reuse water wherever practicable and available, and that Bubblers will be provided for all new and relocated trees and palms.

10.                     Light poles locations are different on the site plan from the landscape plan, correct - clarify.

11.                     Please revise the planting detail to reflect the COPB detail showing the planting hole to be  2 ½  - 3 times the size of the root ball to more closely mirror industry best management practices.

12.                     Provide a note on the plan describing fines and penalties for encroachment into the critical root zones and within the tree protection zone for existing trees to be protected and preserved.

13.                     For example; Penalties would be incurred by the contractor for damages to the existing trees on site from the contractor, the subcontractors, or employees. Any encroachment within the tree protection zone, failure to maintain the tree protection zone, or any damage to the tree(s) or critical root zones will result in mitigation. The cause of damages would include, but not be limited to, storage of materials, placing fill or debris, disposal of paint or solvents, parking of machines under trees or tree protection zone encroachment. An example of this would be; Violations of this will result in a fine of $1000.00 for the first offense, $1500.00 for the second, and $2000.00 for the third, etc. If physical damage is done to the tree, an appraisal of the damages and related fees will be determined by an ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist, and be based on all, or a percentage of, the established value assigned to the tree.

14.                     Based on the proposed fence along north Andrews Ave, move proposed fence in 5’ from the property line and provide a row of hedges between the fence and the sidewalk.

15.                     All proposed 16’ tall trees shall have a minimum 4” caliper. Correct plant list.

16.                     Provide a separate line item in the plant list per species for all proposed mitigation trees and label them as mitigation trees. Example CES-M or QV-M.

17.                     Please provide a detailed comment response sheet as to specifically how comments have been addressed at time of resubmittal.

18.                     Additional comments may be rendered a time of resubmittal.

 

ZONING

Jonathan Cady | Jonathan.Cady@copbfl.com

Status: Resubmittal Required

1.                     Please provide a comment response sheet with a narrative response addressing all comments received in this DRC review. The response should be organized in a point-by-point format, referencing each comment and explaining how it has been addressed or revised in the resubmittal. Within your response, reference which plans were revised to resolve a comment (Info Only).

2.                     Per Section 155.5509, In all new development, as well as redevelopment that increases gross floor area by 50 percent or more, all overhead utilities located on the development site and/or along the public right-of-way fronting the development site shall be placed underground to the maximum extent practicable-provided that the Development Services Director shall waive this requirement where the relevant utility company demonstrates that undergrounding will be detrimental to the overall safety and/or reliability of the circuit. Note on all plans that all overhead utilities located on the development site and/or along the public right-of-way fronting the development site shall be placed underground to the maximum extent practicable. Provide evidence and note on plans and in narrative that all overhead utilities will be buried for this project as per 155.5509. (Condition).

3.                     Provide a trash collection circulation plan showing how trash will be picked up. For dumpster regulations, refer to Section 155.5301. Also, include the location of the trash staging area.

•                     This sheet should also include details of the proposed dumpster enclosure in compliance with section 155.5301.C.

4.                     The submitted site plan is overly crowded with callouts and dimensions, making it difficult to read. Please remove any unnecessary notes, callouts, and dimensions so that the plan is clear, legible, and easy to interpret.

•                     The additional callouts and dimensions that are not necessary should be removed so staff can easily understand and review the site plan.

5.                     Provide the mounting height of the proposed light poles. The maximum height for lighting fixtures within 200 feet of a residential zoning district (the north property line) is 20. For all other fixtures outside of this 200 distance, the maximum height is 30 (155.5401.D). Please update the plans to clearly show the light pole height and identify the revisions made.

•                     This is missing from the provided photometric plan. An elevation of the light pole detail should be provided, showing compliance with the height standard that a light pole not exceed 30 feet.

6.                     Provide a written narrative outlining how the project will achieve the required 12 Sustainable Development Points in accordance with Section 155.5802. The narrative must clearly identify each selected sustainability measure and explain how the project meets the criteria for each point. Please submit this as a separate document.

•                     This was missing from your last submittal.

7.                     Please provide a fence/wall detail sheet that clearly illustrates the height, material, and design of the proposed fencing and walls. According to the submitted plans, it appears that there's an existing chain-link fence, and you're also proposing a chain-link fence. Please note that, per section 155.5302.G.1, chain link fences are prohibited along arterial or collector streets. Therefore, a chain-link fence along any frontage that abuts such a roadway will require an alternative material to be removed. Also, the detail sheet should include the type of material, height, finishes, and any other relevant specifications. This will ensure that the proposed fencing complies with the City's development standards and can be accurately reviewed.

8.                     Per Section 155.5603.G., The use of vinyl siding aluminum siding, corrugated metal siding, any other metal siding, unfinished or untreated tilt-up concrete panels, or standard single- or double-tee concrete systems as a primary exterior facade material shall be limited to those portions of building facades that are not visible from an arterial or collector street or an adjacent residential use. (Info Only).

9.                     Provide a narrative explaining how the proposed development will intend to comply with Section 155.5602 of the Industrial Design District and the two comments above referencing this section. This will help ensure that your proposal is ready once you receive approval from the Development Review Committee and proceed to the next step, which is the Architectural Appearance Committee.

•                     This hasn’t been addressed, and it hasn’t been stated in the narrative that the site complies with Section 155.5602 of the Industrial Design District.

10.                     Per Section 155.5203.F.3., a Type C buffer is required along the perimeter. Please refer to this section and ensure that the proposed perimeter buffer complies with all applicable standards.

•                     One of the standards for a Type C buffer is an opaque masonry wall at least 8 feet high. Confirm on the plans that this is provided on site.

11.                     Per Section 155.5203.D.5, the minimum width of the landscaped area shall be a minimum of eight feet for each 15 feet of height of the abutting building facade. For structures taller than 15 feet, the landscaped area shall be a minimum of one additional foot for every two feet (or major fraction thereof) of height, up to a maximum of 24 feet of landscaped area. Update plans to ensure compliance.

•                     The building height, as shown on the elevation sheet, is twice the 15 feet minimum. This requires at least 8 feet of landscape area, which is the minimum width. Since the proposed building is 30’-8" high, and with an 8-foot landscape width, an extra foot of landscaping is needed for every two feet (or major fraction) of height, up to a maximum of 24 feet of landscaped area.

12.                     Provide sign details for the proposed wall sign and ensure compliance with the dimensions pursuant to Section 156.07.

13.                     Please clarify whether a structured sign is being proposed as part of this development. If a structured sign is intended, it must be submitted and reviewed during the DRC review to ensure a smoother process and avoid multiple AAC reviews and board meetings. If no structured sign is associated with the project and only a wall sign is proposed, please disregard this comment. (Info Only).

14.                     Provide all required notes and legends on both the elevation plan and the colored elevation plan. Please ensure that all materials and paint colors shown on the plans are consistent.

•                     The elevation sheet lacks the provided material, and the color sample should include a square showing a sample of the actual color. Additionally, the colored elevation colors differ significantly from the renderings. Please update both the elevation page and the renderings to ensure they match. 

15.                     Please note that renderings will be required when the project proceeds to AAC review. We recommend submitting the renderings now, along with the DRC submittal, so that any potential issues can be identified and addressed early in the process. (Info Only).

16.                     Please note that if this project proposes a security wall that includes lights, Wall packs on buildings may be used at entrances to a building to light unsafe areas, pursuant to Section 155.5401.I. They are not intended to draw attention to the building or provide general building or site lighting. Wall packs on the exterior of the building shall be fully shielded (e.g., with true cut-off type bulb or light source not visible from off-site) to direct the light vertically downward and have a light output of 900 lumens or less. Provide a detailed sheet that is fully shielded. (Info Only).

17.                     Please note that the proposed signs, although included with this submittal, would not be concurrently approved with this Minor Site Plan if approved and will need a separate building permit approval. (Info Only).

18.                     Please note that additional comments may be provided based on your next submittal, especially if revisions reveal items that were not previously reviewed or addressed. (Info Only).

 

PLEASE NOTE: Applications that require resubmission to the DRC have 45 days from the time of original DRC meeting in which to resubmit. Applications that fail to be resubmitted before the completion of these 45 days, or fail to receive a time extension from the Development Services Director, shall be considered withdrawn (§155.2304.B).