Richard Lobel explains zoning context and area map rationale
Lobel presents the zoning map and tax map, explaining the existing non-contextual R6 zoning permits FAR up to 4.8. He notes R7-3 rezonings exist half a mile west, and the proposed rezoning fits within those parameters. The commercial overlay reflects existing uses along Mermaid Avenue and Surf Avenue.
So the next slide shows the zoning map.
Hard to see, but we'll get into some more detailed maps in a moment.
You can see the existing zoning at the site R6.
The non-contextual R6 zoning, which has been in place for decades here, would permit
floor area ratios upwards of 4.8 for mixed-use buildings, so close to a 5.
And at R7 and R6 zoning, the proposal allows for floor area ratios that approach that slightly below.
So this is totally appropriate in terms of the zoning context of the area.
The city has previously allowed rezonings of R7-3.
Half a mile to the west of the west.
site further from transportation.
So the proposed rezoning here appropriate within those parameters.
The next slide is the actual tax map showing the boundaries of the zoning change.
You can see on the northern portion of the site, a 100 foot portion plus or minus would be would be reduced.
To allow for a commercial overlay that actually reflects those sites along Mermaid Avenue.
And then the R73 portion would be allowed on the southern portion of the site, along with a commercial overlay of 100 feet north of Surf Avenue.