TO: Planning and Zoning Advisory Board
FROM: David Brown, Planner I
SUBJECT: Consideration of Petition VAC-24-134 through Resolution No. 2025-R-1 Vacating a portion of the Platted 20-foot Drainage Maintenance Easement for Lot 13, Block 1345, 26th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision. (QUASI-JUDICIAL)
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Recommended Action
The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board recommends that the City Commission approve VAC-24-134 via Resolution No. 2025-R-1.
General Information
On August 16, 2024, the Planning & Zoning Division received an application petitioning the City of North Port to grant a vacation of a portion of the platted rear 20-foot drainage and public utility easement located on Lot 13, Block 1345 of the 26th Addition to the Port Charlotte Subdivision. The applicant is requesting to vacate a portion of the 20-foot rear easement, approximately 327 square feet, in order to construct a new in-ground swimming pool and pool cage. The subject property is zoned Residential Single Family (R-1) with a Future Land Use designation of Low Density Residential.
Pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 177, an application has been made to the City of North Port to formally request to vacate the platted 20-foot Drainage Maintenance Easement for Lot 13, Block 1345, 26th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision.
A legal notice of intent to vacate the easements was published by the property owners in a newspaper of general circulation, for two (2) weeks consecutively.
The affected drainage and utility agencies have been notified of the vacation request and through written responses, have granted their approval.
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved Resolution 2025-R-1 for form and correctness.
Strategic Plan
Good Governance
Financial Impact
Not applicable
Procurement
Not applicable
Attachments:
1. Staff Report with Exhibits
2. Resolution 2025-R-1 with Exhibits
3. Staff presentation
Prepared by: David Brown, Planner I
Gabriel Quintas, AICP, CFM, Assistant Director, Development Services
Lori Barnes, AICP, CPM, Assistant Director, Development Services
Department Director: Alaina Ray, AICP, Director, Development Services Department