§ 124.28 WESTON COMMONS PLANNED EMPLOYMENT CENTER DISTRICT (PECD).
   124.28(A)   Introduction and Site Concept.
   124.28(A)(1)   Weston Commons, as shown and legally described in Ord. 2007-05, is a 60 +/- acre Planned Employment Center District (PECD) comprising Special Residential (includes 55-and-over communities “Adult” and Special Residential Facilities), and Retail parcels. This constitutes the “Employment Center” element of the Emerald Estates and Park of Commerce Development of Regional Impact (DRI).
 
 
Weston Commons Business Center
Location Sketch
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Commons
Location Map
Amended
Section 28, Township 50S, Range 40E
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(A)(2)   In keeping with the conditions of the DRI and subsequent related , this subsection sets out design guidelines for the project, and accompanies the Site .
   124.28(A)(3)   The DRI specifically addresses the tone of for the PECD: “The property shall be developed in such a manner as to assure the physical integration of the retail with the other permitted .” The guidelines for achieving this physical integration shall be accomplished by complying with the following design criteria, by way of example and not limitation:
   124.28(A)(3)(a)   A unified and well-organized arrangement of , service areas, parking, pedestrian and Landscaped for the maximum comfort and convenience of visitors and occupants. shall be grouped in relation to parking areas and one another so that after visitors arriving by automobile enter the walkway system, establishments can be visited conveniently with a minimum of internal automobile movements;
   124.28(A)(3)(b)   Shared vehicular access, shared parking, unified signage, and Landscaped pedestrian access ways between ;
   124.28(A)(3)(c)   Facilities and access routes for retail deliveries, servicing and maintenance located and arranged so as to prevent interference with pedestrian ;
   124.28(A)(3)(d)   Architectural and design elements that will create a harmonious relationship between and amongst the natural site characteristics and the various units that may be of a different design style. This will allow for individual expression in design style, while providing harmony through the of common design elements;
   124.28(A)(3)(e)   The shall submit a site and design guidelines with the rezoning application that shall specify, at a minimum, or yards, plot coverage, , , Perimeter Buffering (which may include fences), , drainage, internal circulation and signage. The shall also submit the Site and design guidelines to the Emerald Estates Community for review and comment.
   124.28(A)(3)(f)   The Site and Design Guidelines, as shown in Ord. 2007-05, have been evolved using the above guidelines as the focus.
Weston Commons Site Development Plan Amended
Section 28, Township 50S, Range 40E
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(A)(4)   Detailed site planning for individual parcels or groups of parcels will be through the ’s site plan approval process. The site plan(s) shall be subject to the in effect at the time of site plan review.
   124.28(A)(5)   All proposed , paving, parking and roadways will be designed considering the highest and best of the land, ease of access and community needs. The plan will integrate all required stormwater facilities and /infrastructure systems.
   124.28(A)(6)   Critical to the success of Weston Commons is the provision of Independent and Assisted Congregate Living Facilities. The at present lacks any similar facilities, making this project of even more benefit to the community. Determination of the final layout of the Special Residential sections shall be through the ’s site plan approval process.
   124.28(A)(7)   Permitted within Parcels B and C, as shown on the Site , and north of Emerald Park Circle, shall be limited to those permitted within the Commercial District (C-1).
   124.28(A)(8)   The following shall be prohibited within 482 feet of the north property line of Parcel B:
   124.28(A)(8)(a)    ;
   124.28(A)(8)(b)    speakers, music or intercom systems.
   124.28(A)(9)   The following shall be prohibited within 100 feet of the west boundary of Parcel C:
   124.28(A)(9)(a)    speakers, music or intercom systems;
   124.28(A)(9)(b)   Open air,   seating.
   124.28(A)(10)   With the exception of a grocery store which may contain up to 55,000 gross square feet, no individual retail shall have a floor area in excess of 30,000 gross square feet, unless approved by the at the time of site plan approval for such retail .
   124.28(A)(11)   Gas station shall not be permitted within the Employment Center.
   124.28(A)(12)   Retail delivery times will be addressed at the time of site plan approval.
   124.28(A)(13)   Subsequent sections of this document set out detailed design guidelines for .
   124.28(B)    standards. To provide for a coordinated image within Weston Commons, standards for Weston Commons and individual have been established. Adherence to these standards will provide a high level of quality that will ensure the perpetuation of Weston Commons standards for all future . The following items are to be specifically addressed:
   124.28(B)(1)   Setback requirements.
   124.28(B)(1)(a)    Setback from the property line on Weston Road shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(a)1.   Special Residential: 75 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(a)2.   Retail: 75 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(b)    Setback from the property line on Emerald Park Circle shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(b)1.   Special Residential: 40 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(b)2.   Retail: 50 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(c)    Setback from the property line on south property line abutting the South New River (C-11) Canal shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(c)1.   Special Residential: N/A.
   124.28(B)(1)(c)2.   Retail: 28 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(d)    Setback from the property line on the west property line shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(d)1.   Special Residential: 40 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(d)2.   Retail: 75 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(e)    Setback from the property line on the north property line shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(e)1.   Special Residential: 40 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(e)2.   Retail: 100 feet.
   124.28(B)(1)(f)   A separation of 75 feet shall be maintained between in the Special Residential Parcels A-1 and A-2. Special Residential Parcel A-2 shall provide a ten-foot Setback from the west property line within Parcel A-2.
   124.28(B)(1)(g)    shall be set back a minimum of ten feet from internal driveways, with the exception of service areas.
   124.28(B)(1)(h)   Any in excess of the maximum shown in subsection 124.28(B)(2)(f) of these guidelines, as measured from the first-floor finished grade of the to the highest visible point (with the exception of Architectural Detail), shall be set back an additional one foot for every one foot, or fraction thereof in additional ; provided, however, this requirement shall be limited to the north and south within Special Residential Parcel A-2 and shall not apply to the east and west within Special Residential Parcel A-2.
   124.28(B)(1)(i)    separations between individual shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(1)(i)1.   Special Residential: Ten feet minimum.
   124.28(B)(1)(i)2.   Retail: Ten feet minimum.
   124.28(B)(2)   Buffer requirements.
   124.28(B)(2)(a)    areas within the boundary of Weston Commons shall be as follows and depicted in the diagrams below:
   124.28(B)(2)(a)1.   A minimum of 25 feet adjacent to residential .
   124.28(B)(2)(a)2.   A minimum of 30 feet on the west side of the Retail parcel (‘C’).
   124.28(B)(2)(a)3.   A minimum of 40 feet along Weston Road and Emerald Park Circle; provided that an easement in favor of Broward County shall be permitted within the buffer along Weston Road. In the event Weston Road is ever widened, the required buffer may be reduced by no more than 6.5% as depicted on the Weston Commons .
   124.28(B)(2)(a)4.   A minimum of 20 feet on the south property line adjacent to the South New River (C-11) Canal .
   124.28(B)(2)(b)   Required buffers along Weston Road and Emerald Park Circle shall have continuous earth berms with a minimum (measured from the crown of the adjacent ) of four feet, except at driveway openings. Berms shall have a maximum slope of one vertical to three horizontal.
   124.28(B)(2)(c)   Continuous screening shall be provided except at driveways, and shall consist of berms and plantings, including a continuous , with shade a maximum of 35 feet on center; where feasible, shall be planted with triangular spacing with separations of 25 feet on center. Ficus are excluded from buffers due to availability of other species to provide a filtered view of Weston Commons architecture.
   124.28(B)(2)(d)   A ten-foot-wide buffer shall be provided between the Special Residential Parcel A-2 and the Retail Parcel B, with the exception of service area and fire access points. Terraces and balconies may encroach into the service area. A fence six feet in consistent with the design of the project on the Special Residential Parcels as approved by the shall be installed in the buffer to separate the Special Residential Parcels and the Retail Parcel B.
   124.28(B)(2)(e)   A ten-foot-wide buffer shall be provided along the west property line between Special Residential Parcel A-1 and Special Residential Parcel A-2.
   124.28(B)(2)(f)   The buffer on the north corner between Special Residential Parcel A-1 and Special Residential Parcel A-2 shall be a minimum of 30 feet overall between the edge of the parking and access road with 12 feet on Special Residential Parcel A-1 and 18 feet (consisting of a ten-foot terminal island and eight-foot buffer) on Special Residential Parcel A-2 with the exception of the two vehicular entry lanes, one hammerhead maneuvering area, one exit lane, and the one fire access exit lane.
 
Weston Commons
Site Development Plan
Amended
Section 28, Township 50S, Range 40E
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Commons
Landscape Buffer Key Map
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Parcel A2 Buffers and
Setback Diagram
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Common Business Center
Landscape Buffer Sections
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Common Business Center
Landscape Buffer Sections
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(2)(g)   In order to establish variation in the plantings, clusters of large palm species (Royals, Bismarks, Phoenix) with minimum seven feet of wood can be used at regular intervals to replace plantings.
   124.28(B)(2)(h)   The shall be installed pursuant to the following:
   124.28(B)(2)(h)1.   Prior to the issuance of a for any within Parcels A-1, A-2, B, or C, install all the buffers along the boundary of these Parcels, with the exception of access points which buffer areas shall be installed prior to issuance of the last within these Parcels.
   124.28(B)(2)(h)2.   Prior to the issuance of a within Parcel C, install all the buffers along the boundary of this Parcel, with the exception of access points which buffer areas shall be installed prior to issuance of the last within this Parcel.
   124.28(B)(2)(i)   Within the buffer along the western perimeter of Parcel C, a shade shall be installed in lieu of the center sabal palm within each grouping of sabal palms.
   124.28(B)(3)   Site coverage and greenspace.
   124.28(B)(3)(a)   Site Coverage. Maximum site coverage shall be as follows:
 
PARCEL
USE
SITE AREA
BUILDING AREA
COVERAGE
HEIGHT
Parcel A-1
Special Residential
23.89 Acres
382 Adult Units
30%
See Design Guidelines
Parcel A-2
Special Residential
7.55 Acres
326 Adult units
35%
See Design Guidelines
Parcel B
Retail
8.46 Acres
50,000 square feet
35%
See Design Guidelines
Parcel C
Retail
19.82 Acres
175,000 square feet
30%
See Design Guidelines
Total
60 +/- Acres
 
   124.28(B)(3)(b)   Greenspace/Pervious requirements.
   124.28(B)(3)(b)1.   Special Residential Parcels: 30% of Gross Parcel Area; within gross parcel areas may have individual site plans approved with a minimum of 20% greenspace.
   124.28(B)(3)(b)2.   Retail Parcels: 30% of Gross Parcel Area within gross parcel areas may have individual site plans approved with a minimum of 20% greenspace.
   124.28(B)(3)(c)    coverage may be maximized, provided that and maintenance easements and sufficient parking can be provided within these limits, and established and buffers are adhered to.
   124.28(B)(3)(d)    coverage and greenspace/ shall be as governed by the Site and these design guidelines.
   124.28(B)(4)   Entrance drives and curb cuts.
   124.28(B)(4)(a)   Parcel entries shall provide for Landscaped areas on either side of the driveway. A change of pavement at the driveway consistent with materials used within Weston Commons shall be provided.
   124.28(B)(4)(b)   All undivided driveways shall have a width of 24 feet, except that all undivided driveways in the Special Residential Parcels A-1 and A-2 may have a width of 22 feet provided that 90 degree curves shall have a width of 24 feet. Divided driveways with medians shall have individual lanes of no more than 16 feet in width. Landscaped driveway medians shall be a minimum of eight feet in width and planted to the end in compliance with applicable codes.
   124.28(B)(5)    /pedestrian linkage.
   124.28(B)(5)(a)   A and pedestrian linkage system shall be designed to connect parking areas with various land in Weston Commons, in a manner that encourages pedestrian circulation between , and thus reducing the use of vehicles. Pedestrian walks shall be constructed from brick pavers or other decorative material. Pedestrian walks for Special Residential Parcels A-1 and A-2 shall be constructed from brick pavers, concrete, or other decorative materials with a brushed finish to be determined prior to final site plan approval.
   124.28(B)(5)(b)   In order to encourage the pedestrian use, shall be a minimum of five feet wide. will conform in color, finish and jointing to be established during Site Plan Review. Consistency throughout the Project shall be provided by the following criteria:
   124.28(B)(5)(b)1.   Surface texture/finish: ASTM C-33 and C-150.
   124.28(B)(5)(b)2.   Color: ASTM C-936-82.
   124.28(B)(5)(b)3.   Jointing: Butt tight, sanded and vibrated.
   124.28(B)(5)(c)   Two-percent maximum cross slope shall be used on .
   124.28(B)(6)      .
   124.28(B)(6)(a)    Heights shall comply with the following maximums. Heights shall be defined as the highest visible point on the (with the exception of non-structural architectural detail):
   124.28(B)(6)(a)1.   Special Residential:
   124.28(B)(6)(a)1.a.   Two stories, 30 feet max. at Setback line.
   124.28(B)(6)(a)1.b.   Four stories, 60 feet max. , with additional Setback. [See Setback requirements in subsection 124.28(B)(2)(a).]
   124.28(B)(6)(a)2.   Retail: One , 38 feet max. , unless greater and/or multi- is approved by the at the time of site plan approval.
   124.28(B)(6)(b)   Non-structural architectural detailing may extend above the maximum roof Heights stated above.
   124.28(B)(7)    /driveways.
   124.28(B)(7)(a)   Driveway spacing will conform to the ’s current land regulations with the possible exception of delivery vehicle areas, which will be segregated from other vehicle circulation when feasible. Gaining access to such loading areas may require special design considerations that are not specifically addressed in the , however any special design consideration shall be made in the ’s sole discretion at the time of site plan approval.
   124.28(B)(7)(b)   At the north access road, the driveway area shall conform to the cross-section as shown below. Continuous screening of the residential areas north of the north property shall be provided by plantings and, as approved by the Opal Creek , a fence shall be installed on the Weston Commons side of the common property line of Opal Creek and Parcels A-1, A-2, and B of the .
   124.28(B)(7)(c)   Planned project access locations are shown below. Detailed design and locations shall be determined through the ’s site plan approval process.
 
Weston Commons
Existing Project Access Locations
Amended
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(8)   Parking.
   124.28(B)(8)(a)   Parking areas shall be sufficient to serve each .
   124.28(B)(8)(b)   No parking area or driveway shall be less than five feet from the front or side of any , excluding loading and service areas. For areas less than ten feet in width, layered material shall be used, to transition from the vertical face to the driveway.
   124.28(B)(8)(c)   Cross slopes in parking area shall be 1% minimum and 4% maximum.
   124.28(B)(8)(d)   All parcel parking lots, drives and vehicular service areas are to be curbed, internally drained and paved.
   124.28(B)(8)(e)   Parking in the Special Residential parcels shall be for the exclusive use of residents and visitors. All valet parking within Special Residential Parcel A-2 shall be continuous.
   124.28(B)(8)(f)   The required number of parking spaces for retail shall be in accordance with the . The required number of parking spaces for the Special Residential shall be in accordance with the provided, however, that simultaneous with the approval of a site plan for a Special Residential , the may approve an alternative parking standard applicable to said site plan if the determines such an alternative standard is justified in consideration of the unique parking needs of Adult communities and Special Residential facilities in general, the parking requirements of other Adult communities and Special Residential facilities owned by the , the transit and other services to be provided by the Adult community and Special Residential facilities, and such other supporting data as may be deemed appropriate by the . In the event the elects to approve an alternative parking standard, no variance shall be required. The Special Residential (Parcels A-1 and A-2) and Retail (Parcels B and C) shall meet these parking requirements without regard to the spaces within the other parcels or shared parking offsets.
   124.28(B)(8)(g)   Parking layouts shall conform to the following dimensions:
   124.28(B)(8)(g)1.    shall, whenever possible, be oriented perpendicular to the front of the . This shall apply to all parcels except Special Residential. When not located perpendicular to , islands with shall be located in parking rows for pedestrian cross .
   124.28(B)(8)(g)2.   Ninety-degree parking is encouraged with a minimum Stall size of nine feet by 18 feet.
   124.28(B)(8)(g)3.   Handicap parking spaces shall be a minimum of 12 feet by 18 feet, with a five-feet-wide alighting aisle per Florida Accessibility Code and ADA regulations.
   124.28(B)(8)(g)4.   Two-way parking area driveways and cross aisles must have a minimum width of 24 feet.
   124.28(B)(8)(h)   Parking layouts shall provide in accordance with the following:
   124.28(B)(8)(h)1.   Parking areas shall include a area at the perimeter. These areas may include , pavers, plantings and grass in order to encourage pedestrian circulation.
   124.28(B)(8)(h)2.   Internal islands shall be a minimum of 11 feet wide by 17 feet long, provided for every ten parking stalls.
   124.28(B)(8)(h)3.   Terminal islands, 11 feet wide, are to be provided for each parking row.
   124.28(B)(8)(h)4.   Terminal islands with walkways shall be 15 feet wide with a minimum of ten-foot-wide planting area.
   124.28(B)(8)(h)5.   Interior islands with walkways shall be 16 feet wide with a minimum ten-foot-wide planting area.
   124.28(B)(8)(i)   In order to encourage pedestrian and vehicular safety, posted speed limits within Weston Commons shall be 15 mph.
   124.28(B)(9)   Exterior Lighting.
   124.28(B)(9)(a)   Site lighting.
   124.28(B)(9)(a)1.   Site lighting is intended to be subtle, and to establish a consistency and hierarchy of lighting types. Exterior lights shall be used to accent entrances and special features. Light intensity shall be no greater than required for automobile and pedestrian safety. To minimize the number of lighting standards, wherever possible overflow light from inside the shall be used. The lighting source of fixtures and flood lighting shall be screened from view, if it is of such intensity as to be deemed a source of glare. Off-site spillage shall comply with the .
   124.28(B)(9)(a)2.   Lighting shall be designed to reflect the architectural style of the , be appropriate in scale, light quality, coloration, and light level for the intended purpose it is to serve. Lighting for parking shall be compatible with the lighting present on adjacent Streets and peripheral parcels.
   124.28(B)(9)(b)   Location and type.
   124.28(B)(9)(b)1.   All lighting for parking within Weston Commons shall be metal halide with a maximum 35-foot pole . Light poles within 250 feet of residentially zoned properties shall be limited to a of 24 feet. and luminaire shall be shoebox style. Light levels shall be maintained at a minimum of one and a maximum uniformity ratio of 12:1. Off-site spillage shall comply with the .
   124.28(B)(9)(b)2.   Pedestrian walkway and internal drive lighting will be provided by freestanding pole with globe-like luminaire with refractors. The of these fixtures will be no greater than 24 feet so as to promote a pedestrian scale.
   124.28(B)(9)(b)3.   Low level lighting for the north driveway shall be of the same as that existing on Emerald Park Circle.
   124.28(B)(9)(c)    lighting shall be required for all signage, except for the . , roadway and parking area lighting is mandatory.
   124.28(B)(9)(d)   Flood lighting fixtures on are only allowed in service areas. Flood lighting of any is prohibited. However, up or down lighting of specific architectural elements of a shall be permitted. Balcony and soffit down lighting is permitted.
   124.28(B)(9)(e)   Flood lighting may be used to illuminate key architectural and identification elements and will be recessed at ground level.
   124.28(B)(9)(f)   Fixture and lamp standards. To create a uniformity of look, the manufacturer’s and model numbers of site lighting fixtures to be used for the Streets will be furnished to parcel developers upon request.
   124.28(B)(9)(g)   Accent lighting. To enhance on site art, architecture and , accent lighting will be used within Weston Commons. Accent lighting will include up-lighting, moonlighting, ribbon-lighting and spotlighting and will be recessed at ground level.
   124.28(B)(10)   Signage and graphics.
   124.28(B)(10)(a)   Signage and graphics within this PECD shall be as follows:
   124.28(B)(10)(a)1.   Weston Commons signage will conform in style and materials, and the use of uniform colors and font types will be required. Location of signage will be a major element in establishing the design theme continuity within Weston Commons. All signage shall conform to all applicable clear sight and clear recovery zone requirements.
   124.28(B)(10)(a)2.   Details of signage including location, type, size, illumination and quantity have been developed in a series of graphic depictions as shown below, which are consistent with the Weston Commons PECD Guidelines as previously approved. Most of the in Weston Commons shall be consistent with the signage regulations of the , except for a few deviations as described herein. Permit drawings of final graphics, dimensioning and engineering may create minor discrepancies with the depictions shown below; however the design intent, size, proportion and consistency with the Weston Commons aesthetic theme shall remain constant.
   124.28(B)(10)(a)3.   For quick reference, the Performance table and the Master Location Plan is found at the end of subsection 124.28(B)(10)(m.)2.
   124.28(B)(10)(b)   Existing identity feature signage - ‘A.’
   124.28(B)(10)(b)1.   The existing identity feature signage is to be modified for the P.E.C.D.’s business and facilities. Existing at the intersection of Weston Road and Emerald Park Circle will be rehabilitated and retrofitted with architectural detailing consistent with Weston Commons aesthetic. The existing wall panel is to be replaced. The replacement will be a primary identification constructed at 45 degrees to the roadway and be located totally within the existing feature . Block lettering will be 24 inches tall, solid polished metal, Times New Roman font, on metal picket fencing, atop a masonry base. Modifications to the entry signage shall not exceed overall of existing panel, will retain the existing flanking walls, will retain existing large date palms and replace and surrounding the entry feature as proposed on the retail plans. The feature lighting will be replaced and supplemented with both ground mounted and in-ground lights that emit white light, concealed in the planting beds.
   124.28(B)(10)(b)2.   All signage shall be connected to beds on the parcel. In-ground lighting that emits white light will illuminate the parcel . The parcel signage shall be set no less than ten feet from the front and side property lines and shall require five-foot on all sides from and/or parking areas.
 
Weston Commons
Sign ‘A’
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(c)   Emerald Estates, Emerald Park Circle - ‘B.’ The Emerald Estates identification is located in the buffer at the southwest corner of “The Palace” site, adjacent to Emerald Park Circle and Emerald Estates , Parcel B. One only shall be positioned to be viewed on a direct line of sight from the westbound lane of Emerald Park Circle, unobstructed by buffer . Design will be consistent with criteria, incorporating Weston Commons aesthetics. The face area of the will not exceed 32 square feet and the Sign will not exceed eight feet from the crown of road. The will have ground lights that emit white light concealed in the planting beds located at the base of the .
   124.28(B)(10)(d)   Retail entry signage. An entry signage feature is to be located along Weston Road and Emerald Park Circle.
   124.28(B)(10)(d)1.   Retail entry - ‘C.’ The entry for Weston Commons at Weston Road will consist of a freestanding masonry and stucco architectural , one double-faced at the parcel entry. The will contain the name of the project and informational text and shall establish the design theme for all signage located within Weston Commons. The Signage Face Area will be limited to 36 square feet with a maximum overall of this entry not to exceed six feet in from adjacent finished grade, 15-foot Setback from the and outside required clear sight distance triangles. The entry will have a required background of two gray wood palms and three accent or palms. A minimum of 500 square feet of   and groundcovers not exceeding 30 inches in must surround the entry . The entry will have ground lights that emit white light concealed in the planting beds located at the base of the entry . Flanking Landscapes of a minimum of three large palms and five accent each side are required; minimum Heights found in subsection 124.28(B)(12)(g)5., and . Accent lights or up-lights must be “in-ground” type that emit white light. In addition, the may be further expanded utilizing planter walls with accent and may be located at the corners of the intersections.
 
Weston Commons Business Center
Retail Entrance Sign ‘C’
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Commons Business Center
Entry Feature Modifications
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(e)   Monument signage.
   124.28(B)(10)(e)1.    are to be located along Weston Road within ten feet of the line.
   124.28(B)(10)(e)2.   Freestanding   - ‘D.’ The for Weston Commons will consist of freestanding masonry and stucco architectural , one double-faced for each freestanding commercial   . The Signage Face will be limited to 36 square feet, with a maximum overall not to exceed six feet in from adjacent finished grade. These shall be placed no closer than ten feet from the Weston Road and will be inside the buffer of Weston Commons.
 
Weston Commons Business Center
Outparcel Monument Sign ‘D’
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(f)   Directory signage for retail - ‘E.’ Directory Monument signage will be ground mounted adjacent to an interior drive aisle or access way. Area shall be limited to 24 square feet and up to six anchor and/or outparcels and indicate general direction to destination. The shall be no more that five feet in from adjacent finished grade. Directory signage will be designed with detailing consistent with Weston Commons aesthetic and be in a bed surrounding the , minimum five-foot width and/or adjacent . The will have ground lights that emit white light concealed in the planting beds located at the base of the entry .
   124.28(B)(10)(g)   The Palace.
   124.28(B)(10)(g)1.   The Palace entry /feature - ‘F.’ The entry /feature is a unique composition of walls and metal picket fencing and security gates submitted in a separate site plan application. The schematic graphics and dimensioning as shown below, is consistent with the architectural styling of the Special Residential area and detailing also consistent with the Weston Commons aesthetic. The shall not exceed 32 square feet and have a maximum of six feet from the adjacent crown of the road. Permit drawings of final graphics, dimensioning and engineering may create minor discrepancies; however the design intent, size, proportion and consistency with the Weston Commons aesthetic theme shall remain constant.
 
Weston Commons
Sign ‘F’
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(g)2.   The Palace boundary marker - ‘G.’ Located off the Arterial , The Palace requires a Freestanding marker on the north boundary to direct services and newcomers to their main entrance and sharing the private accessway with future commercial office . The marker will consist of one double-sided with The Palace identified, not exceeding three-and-a-half feet in , six-and-a-half feet in length, 32 square feet in face area. The boundary marker shall conform to all applicable clear-sight and clear-recovery zone requirements. Modification to the existing boundary marker shall be permitted to allow additional text, provided the total face area does not exceed 32 square feet.
 
Boundary Signage - Sign G
Date: 1-11-2002
 
Weston Commons
City Bunker Sign Location ‘H’
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(g)3.   The Palace at Weston Senior Living entry /feature - ‘I’. Located off Emerald Estate Drive, The Palace requires an identifying to alert residents and visitors to the entrance drive. The style and proportion of the shall be consistent with the styling of the for the existing Special Residential facility on Tract A-1. The shall not exceed 32 square feet and the design of the shall be submitted and approved by the .
 
Entry Signage - Sign ‘I’
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(g)4.   At the time of Site Plan approval for the Special Residential Facility, the may approve additional text on ‘A’ on the north side of Emerald Park Circle for “The Palace” provided the overall area shall not exceed 50 square feet.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)   Wall mounted signage (refer to architectural elevation drawings as shown below).
   124.28(B)(10)(h)1.   All will be permitted to have a primary ID on the elevation above the principal entry/courtyard consisting of the company name and corporate , consistent with subsection 124.28(B)(10)(h)2. through 124.28(B)(10)(h)7., as follow.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)2.   Retail “in-line” identification signage shall each be permitted one located above the principal entry to the space, on the entrance feature, entrance panel or within a banded signage area. Retail names, shall be reverse channel, metal letters in one color that conforms to the performance table for Weston Commons. and insignias shall not exceed 10% . Reverse channel lighted letters shall emit white light.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)3.   Retail ‘D’ & ‘E’ retail identification signage are permitted not more than two . Freestanding include and banks. Primary shall be located: (i) within a signage banded area above the principal entry to the space and (ii) secondary of the same configuration may be mounted on a elevation below the efface line of the facing an adjacent roadway. All wall signage shall not exceed 50% of the store . The maximum face area of each for shall not exceed 40 square feet. and insignias shall not exceed 10% of . Retail lettering shall be reverse channel that emit white light and conforms to the performance table for Weston Commons. No shall extend above the roofline or efface.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)4.   Freestanding ( ) including banks and shall be allowed one wall mounted not to exceed 40 square feet of and shall be located at the top floor level of a single or multi-story , on elevation or within a signage banded area above the principal entry to the freestanding .
   124.28(B)(10)(h)5.    door shall be permitted which identify the business or activity by name or symbol. Vinyl die/laser cut postal address numbers four inches in , in white, shall be provided for each space. These shall be centered on entry door with bottom edge five feet from the threshold of the door.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)6.   Wall mounted signage for corporate licensing, branding and equity ownership is prohibited.
   124.28(B)(10)(h)7.   Handmade artistic are prohibited.
 
Weston Commons
Date: 1-11-2002
 
 
Weston Commons
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(i)    signage.   and   both within Weston Commons as well as outlying parcels shall conform to design, number and approved location requirements as per the . All information shall use international symbols and will be designed to complement all other Weston Commons signage. signage may be fitted with custom theme detailing consistent with a Weston Commons aesthetic if the developer so chooses.
   124.28(B)(10)(j)   Directional signage. Directional signage for business with curb-side service shall be no more than three feet in from adjacent finished grade, maximum of three square feet of area and limited to one per . Ground-mounted will have architectural detailing consistent with the Weston Commons aesthetic if the developer so chooses.
   124.28(B)(10)(k)   Platted Tracts B-1 and B-2 Non-Retail signage.
   124.28(B)(10)(k)1.   Non-retail and Special Residential identification signage shall be located on the entrance feature, entrance panel or within a signage banded area above the principal entry to the property. Names, and insignias shall be reverse-channel style that emit white light; of the same font type and color coating as the Weston Commons main identifier. No shall extend above the roof eave or line. All wall signage shall not exceed 12 inches in , or 12 feet in length with a total coverage area less than 12 square feet. All lettering shall be reverse channel, metal letters in one color that conforms to the signage performance standards for Weston Commons. , trademarks and insignias shall not exceed 10% of the . Reverse channel lighted letters shall emit white light. Located adjacent to the principal entry door, a suite shall not exceed 16 inches by 20 inches.
   124.28(B)(10)(k)2.   If the non-retail has more than one , its parcel may display the name of the or the names of the occupying 30% or greater of the . names shall all be in the same style and size of letters as approved. All information shall be contained within the approved area.
   124.28(B)(10)(k)3.   Non-retail identification shall not exceed six inches by 16 inches indicating the hours of operation and phone number and are limited to one per .
   124.28(B)(10)(k)4.   Non-retail signage shall conform to design, number and approved location requirements as per the . It shall not exceed six inches in , or two feet in length. All signage shall conform to design, number and approved location requirements as per the . All information shall use international symbols and will be designed to complement all other Weston Commons signage. signage may be fitted with custom theme detailing consistent with a Weston Commons aesthetic if the developer so chooses.
   124.28(B)(10)(l)   Platted Tract B-1 Retail signage.
   124.28(B)(10)(l)1.   Freestanding ( ) including banks, and drug stores shall be allowed one wall mounted not to exceed 40 square feet of and shall be located at the top floor level of a single or multi-story , on elevation or within a signage banded area near the principal entry of the front door. Each shall be allowed one and shall be consistent with ‘D’ of the Performance Table for Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(10)(l)2.   Retail “in-line” or multi-   identification signage shall be permitted one located above the principal entry to the space, on the entrance feature, entrance panel or within a banded signage area. Retail names shall be reverse channel, metal letters in one color that conforms to the performance table for Weston Commons. and insignias shall not exceed 10% of the .
   124.28(B)(10(l)3.   Platted Tract B-2 signage shall be determined at submittal to the of the first site plan application for that particular .
   124.28(B)(10)(m)   Additional landmarks.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)1.   If proposed, additional landmark architectural elements, such as a bell tower, beacon, waterfalls or pergola, attached to, but not displaying signage, are permitted at a single location having greater than 300 feet of on Weston Road north and south of Emerald Park Circle; not exceeding 65 feet from crown of road, not more than 30 feet in length and width, and 25 feet Setback from . Such elements must be approved by the under separate permit.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.   All ground-mounted Heights are calculated from the adjacent finished grade. All Monument reverse channel lettering, and ground lighting, and “in-ground” lighting shall emit white light.
WESTON COMMONS SIGN PERFORMANCE TABLE
SIGNS
NUMBER
FACE AREA
SIGN HEIGHT
FONT STYLE
TYPE/ COLOR
ILLUMINATION
WESTON COMMONS SIGN PERFORMANCE TABLE
SIGNS
NUMBER
FACE AREA
SIGN HEIGHT
FONT STYLE
TYPE/ COLOR
ILLUMINATION
‘A’ Entry Feature
to remain -1 per corner
Single face Max. 50 sq. ft.
Match existing
Times New Roman bold
Solid metal, polished brass or bronze
Ground-mounted white and in-ground white
‘B’ Emerald Estates
1 only
Single face Max. 32 sq. ft.
Max. 18 in. Letters
Max. 8 ft.
Times New Roman bold
Solid metal, polished brass or bronze
Ground-mounted white and in-ground white
‘C’ Retail Monument
1 only
Max. 36 sq. ft.
Max. 6 ft.
Times New Roman bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Reverse channel white and ground-mounted white
‘D’ Out Parcel Monuments
1 per out parcel
Max. 36 sq. ft.
Max. 6 ft.
Times New Roman bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Reverse channel white and ground mounted white
‘E’ Directory
1 per
Max. 18 sq. ft.
Max. 3 ft.
Times New Roman bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Ground-mounted white
‘F’ Palace entry
2 walls per front
Single face Max. 32 sq. ft.
Max. 8 ft.
Stylized Times Roman
Banded area, w/stylized font, reverse channel
Ground-mounted white
‘G’ Palace and Commerce Svc
1 only
Double- sided
Max. 5 sq. ft. per side
Max. 4 ft.
Stylized Times Roman
Banded area, w/stylized font, reverse channel
Ground-mounted white and in-ground white
‘H’ City bunker location
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
‘I’ Palace senior living entry
1 only
Max. 32 sq. ft.
Max. 8 ft.
Stylized Times Roman
Banded area, w/stylized font, reverse channel
Ground-mounted white
Retail in-line Wall- Mounted
1 each
50% store front not exceed 20 L.F.
Max. 18 in. Letters 10% max
Above principal entry, not above roof line
Times New Roman Bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Reverse channel white
Retail Wall Mounted
1 each
Max. 40 sq. ft.
10% max
N.A.
Times New Roman bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Reverse channel white
Retail D & E Wall- Mounted
1 interior V.A., primary, 1 rear secondary
50% store front not exceed 20 L.F. Max. 18 in. Letters
N.A.
Times New Roman bold
Reverse channel, coated black or anodized bronze
Reverse channel white
 
 
Weston Commons
Master Sign Location Plan
Date: 1-11-2002
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.a.   All loading spaces shall have a minimum 14-foot vertical clearance.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.b.   All loading spaces shall conform to the regarding size, location and quantity.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.c.   Loading areas shall be screened from Streets and entrances and shall be designed as an integral part of the architecture.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.d.   The maneuvering of trucks and trailers shall be confined insofar as possible to the rear parking areas of a parcel.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.e.   No articles, goods, materials, fixed machinery or equipment, vehicles, trash, or similar items shall be stored or kept in the open or exposed to view from adjacent parcels, Streets and .
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.f.   Vehicles shall be parked in approved parking areas only. No vehicles are to be stored for more than 24 hours.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.g.   Loading, service and trash collection can be carried out in shared locations. This shared will provide additional space for buffering and areas.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.h.   Solid waste facilities for shall be enclosures attached to the main , and screened in accordance with this Section. Solid waste for all other types of shall be deposited into dumpsters in freestanding enclosures designed in accordance with standards.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.i.   All freestanding dumpster enclosures, transformers, mechanical equipment and other equipment or enclosures shall be buffered utilizing , flowering and/or vines equal in at time of installation without impacting accessibility or service.
   124.28(B)(10)(m)2.j.   The west face of the supermarket (Publix) covered loading area shall be stuccoed to match the rear elevation of the supermarket (Publix) .
   124.28(B)(11)   Architectural criteria.
   124.28(B)(11)(a)   General intent and provisions.
   124.28(B)(11)(a)1.   Architectural design of all Weston Commons and parcel shall be designed to be compatible with one another. Superior design and quality materials are required. The design of adjacent to lakes and   shall address the impact on views from across the water. All service area walls and other screening elements must be compatible with the architecture. Large with no architectural delineation shall be prohibited.
   124.28(B)(11)(a)2.   All must be designed by a Florida-registered architect.
   124.28(B)(11)(a)3.   Rooftop equipment, antennas, and similar protrusions shall not project above the or screening. The shall include walls, individual screens or other architectural elements to completely screen the offensive elements from view. All screening elements shall relate to the ’s style of architecture and where at grade shall be Landscaped. Solar collectors, satellite dishes and the like shall only be permitted at locations approved by the .
   124.28(B)(11)(a)4.   Downspouts, roof ladders, and related elements shall be designed to be compatible with the architecture and avoid staining the   .
   124.28(B)(11)(a)5.   No walls may be constructed within the easements or nearer than 25 feet from the side or rear property line. All walls shall be compatible with the surrounding architecture. Walls shall not be constructed in front yards or on site areas visible from major project Streets, except within the retail areas, where buffer walls may be constructed to reduce visibility of .
   124.28(B)(11)(a)6.   All shall be reviewed and approved by the for site plan approval.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)   Design strategies.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)1.   A relatively wide variety of architectural design and materials is permitted. However, it is intended that a basic harmony of architecture shall prevail among the several so that a consistent style is achieved within Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)2.   The basic architectural style of Weston Commons shall be modern and unembellished except for articulation by form, window treatment, and roof or entrance features.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.   In general, the following shall apply to the design of exterior appearance in order to promote harmonious design:
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.a.   The of shall be visually reduced by the use of , texture, materials and color.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.b.    shall be designed to be attractive from all road they are adjacent to.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.c.   No portion of the rooftop equipment may project above the or screening including all mechanical, electrical equipment, vents and stacks.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.d.   Colors, materials and finishes shall be coordinated on all exterior elevations to achieve total continuity of design throughout Weston Commons. Weston Commons and parcels shall incorporate a color palette of no less than three distinct colors.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.e.   All service courts and loading areas shall be screened from view of project roadways and driveways so as to be an integral part of the design of the architecture or by location on the site to the rear of public areas. Mature materials, which complement the architecture, may also be used in screening these .
   124.28(B)(11)(b)3.f.    shall be separated within and between parcels according to Setback requirements established in the Design Guidelines. massing within Weston Commons shall conform to the overall intent conveyed in the Site .
   124.28(B)(11)(b)4.a.    shall be tiled and contain a minimum of three but not more than four colors blended to create a roof color.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)4.b.   Inclined roof pitches, when used, are to be minimum 4-in-12 pitch and should vary in to create movement and elevation interest across not less than 50% of the . The use of features such as clocks, towers, canopies, colonnades, loggias, balconies, cloth awnings and other architectural projections of aesthetic quality are encouraged.
   124.28(B)(11)(b)4.c.    projections such as, but not limited to: A/C equipment, exhaust hoods, refrigeration, vents and vent shafts shall be hidden from view by means of parapets or roof designs. No other screening devices shall be allowed.
   124.28(B)(12)    and .
   124.28(B)(12)(a)    design standards.
   124.28(B)(12)(a)1.    design standards have been established to create and perpetuate the quality, character and image of Weston Commons. A complementary series of perimeter and open space will be constructed to form a system of green spaces linking the various within Weston Commons. Unity of design shall be achieved through the repetition of plant materials and other and hardscape materials throughout Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(12)(a)2.   All planting area widths shall be inclusive of adjacent type “D” curbing.
   124.28(B)(12)(a)3.   All requirements of the   Code not specifically addressed in this Section shall conform to the   Code.
   124.28(B)(12)(a)4.   A shall be provided at the time of site plan review.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)    design.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)1.    plans and specifications shall be prepared by a licensed registered in the of Florida.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)2.    design at intersections within Weston Commons shall be formal. Shade or large palm shall be installed on both sides of parcel entrance drives/roads. Individual should be a maximum of 35 feet on center to provide a major impact statement.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)3.   Loose, informal arrangements of in general open areas should be clustered to provide a natural appearance.   shall be spaced a maximum of 35 feet on center.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)4.   Required visibility shall be provided at all intersections. Berms, and shall not exceed a maximum of two feet within visibility zones at intersections as defined by local or codes. shall be positioned to not impede visibility.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)5.   Evergreen and/or berms shall be provided to screen parking and service areas. Planting for the purpose of screening shall be a minimum of 24 inches in at the time of installation and reach a minimum of 36 inches within a 12-month period from time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)6.    of adjacent residential parcels shall be considered in the of a design to provide continuity within Weston Commons. Parcels shall not be Landscaped to have an “individual” character at the property line of adjacent existing . Single rows along property lines are discouraged. Massings of , palms and are encouraged.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)7.    material, especially , and seasonal color shall be spaced to provide 50% coverage at time of planting and 100% in six months.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)8.    plans shall indicate all proposed , site lighting, fire hydrants, backflow preventers, stop , meter banks, and proposed contours.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)9.   All plans and specifications shall meet or exceed minimum standards as required herein.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)10.   The use of uniform seasonal color throughout Weston Commons shall be implemented.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)11.   Sod shall account for no more than 50% of the provided within the Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)12.   Twenty-five percent of the within the Weston Commons shall be provided as Landscaped area.
   124.28(B)(12)(b)13.   Fifty percent of the required planting areas within Weston Commons shall be native Florida species. The existing native plant communities shall be used to meet the native plants requirement for the Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(12)(c)    standards for .   shall be Landscaped to reduce the scale of large paved areas and provide climate control of parking lots.
   124.28(B)(12)(c)1.   Berms, and evergreen are required within all perimeter planting areas adjacent to as outlined in the Standards to provide screening and pedestrian directional flow.
   124.28(B)(12)(c)2.   A minimum of one and 25 one-gallon plants shall be provided in each island.
   124.28(B)(12)(c)3.   All islands shall be a minimum of 165 square feet and contain at least one shade .
   124.28(B)(12)(d)   Drainage . Drainage retention/ are to be planted and sloped to blend into the adjacent area.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)    lighting.   accent lighting of canopies, pathways and general illumination is encouraged.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)1.   Above-ground lights must be screened within planting beds and mounted at grade.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)2.   Above-ground lights are prohibited in areas.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)3.   Well lights only are approved for use in areas.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)4.    lights shall be aesthetically compatible with and site lights.
   124.28(B)(12)(e)5.   Well lights in grates will be used to uplight in pedestrian areas of Weston Commons.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)      system. All areas shall be irrigated with an automatic system of approved design to provide proper plant growth.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)1.   The automatic controlled system shall be provided for 100% coverage with 100% overlap of all Landscaped areas.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)2.   The system shall utilize rust-free water.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)3.   The system shall be maintained in optimum operating condition at all times.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)4.   Operation of systems shall be timed to operate during evening and early morning hours to minimize evaporation and disruption to vehicular and pedestrian . The system will include a rain sensor.
   124.28(B)(12)(f)5.   No shall overspray walk-ways.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)   Plant material. All parcels within Weston Commons shall provide a well-defined, maintained and dense appearance.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)1.   All plant material for Weston Commons will be Florida Fancy or Florida grade no. 1 as defined by the “Florida Plant Board Standards for Nursery Stock” and “Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants,” of Florida, Department of Agriculture. Exception: large relocated specimen in excess of six-inch caliper shall be required only to meet the approval of Butters Development Corporation’s and staff.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)2.   Plant material shall be installed in accordance with sound horticultural practices.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)3.   All plant material shall have a minimum one- guarantee beginning at final completion of installation of 100% of all plant material as per plans and specifications.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)4.   Installation of 100% of material and to be complete by opening of for   .
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.    .
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.a.   All are to be specimen quality, with vigorous growth and in a healthy condition.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.b.   The canopy of is to be dense, and full-headed 360 degrees at the time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.c.   Shade shall be used in pedestrian areas:
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.c.i.   All shade shall be 12 to 14 feet overall in with a minimum two-and-one-half inch and a minimum six-foot spread at time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.c.ii.   All shade shall have a minimum four-and-one-half feet of , unless otherwise noted and approved.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.c.iii.   Shade shall reach a minimum of 30 feet and a minimum canopy spread of 20 feet at maturity.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.d.   Accent .
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.d.i.   All accent shall be 10 to 12 feet in overall with a minimum two-inch and spread of five feet at the time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.d.ii.   All accent shall have three-feet minimum at time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.e.   Palm .
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.e.i.   Large Palm Species: Royal Palms, Bismark Palms, Date Palms, Coconut Palms, Foxtail Palms and the like. When used as an overstory , the shall have a minimum ten feet of wood. These palms shall be equivalent to a shade for calculation of required plantings.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.e.ii.   All other palm used as an overstory plant in non-paved areas shall be a minimum of eight feet clear-trunked, clustered a minimum of three per planting in planting beds, and spaced so as not to inhibit the normal growth characteristic of the palms. In locations where grates are used, individual palms are permitted. grates shall be provided in all pedestrian areas.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.e.iii.   Due to the urban pedestrian context of the retail, palm can make up 25% of the -required requirements.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.f.   Buffer shade .
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.f.i.   All buffer shade shall be 16 feet overall in with a minimum two-and-one-half inch and a minimum six-foot spread at time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.f.ii.   All buffer shade shall have a minimum four-and-one-half feet of , unless otherwise noted and approved.
   124.28(B)(12)(g)5.f.iii.   All buffer shade shall reach a minimum of 30 feet and a minimum canopy spread of 20 feet at maturity.
   124.28(B)(12)(h)    .
   124.28(B)(12)(h)1.   All to be minimum three-gallon containerized, dense, 24-inch by 24-inch spread minimum, at time of installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(h)2.   All used as shall be installed at no more than 24 inches on center and shall be touching at installation.
   124.28(B)(12)(i)   Ground cover and vines. All to be dense, one-gallon containers minimum at time of installation, and planted at 30 inches minimum spacing.
   124.28(B)(12)(j)      Grass. All grass areas to be sodded with St. Augustine Floritam (Stenotaphrum secundatum).
   124.28(B)(12)(k)   Seasonal color. At the time of installation, all seasonal color to be a minimum of two-and-one-quarter-inch containers, with the exception of bulbs.
   124.28(B)(12)(l)      Plant palette.
   124.28(B)(12)(l)1.   At least 70% of all required and plant materials shall be from the recommended plant palette. However, no more than 25% of required shall be of a palm species.
   124.28(B)(12)(l)2.   At least 15% of entry planting at parcel signage and 5% of plantings adjacent to front of parcel shall incorporate the approved seasonal color plant material. The following plant list is the recommended plant palette.
Botanical Name
Common Name
Botanical Name
Common Name
Shade trees:
   Bulnesia arborea
Verawood
   Bursera simaruba
Gumbo Limbo
   Calophyllum brasiliense
Beautyleaf
   Calophyllum inophyllum
Mastwood
   Cassia grandis
Pink Shower
   Cassia javanica
Apple Blossom Shower
   Elaeocarpus decipiens
Japanese Blueberry
   Ilex attenuata
‘East Palatka’ Holly
   Ilex cassine
Dahoon Holly
   Lagerstroemia indica
Crepe Myrtle
   Magnolia grandiflora
‘Little Gem’ Magnolia
   Magnolia grandiflora
‘DD Blanchard’ Magnolia
   Noronhia emarginata
Madagascar Olive
   Quercus virginiana
Live Oak
   Quercus virginiana
‘Cathedral’ Live Oak
   Quercus virginiana
‘Highrise’ Live Oak
   Tamarindus indica
Tamarind
   Taxodium distichum
Common Bald Cypress
Accent trees:
   Capparis cynophallophora
Jamaican Caper
   Clusia guttifera
Small Leaf Pitch Apple
   Cordia boissieri
White Geiger
   Filicium decipiens
Japanese Fern Tree
   Guaiacum sanctum
Lignum-vitae
   Ilex ‘Nellie Stevens’
Holly
   Krugiodendron ferreum
Black Ironwood
   Ligustrum japonicum
‘Recurvifolium’ Japanese Privet
   Myrcianthes fragrans
Simpson Stopper
   Senna polyphylla
Desert cassia
   Sideroxylon salicifolium
Willow Bustic
Palms:
   Bismarckia nobilis
Bismarck
   Carpentaria acuminata
Carpentaria
   Cocos nucifera
Coconut
   Livistona chinensis
Chinese Fan
   Phoenix canariensis
Canary Island Date
   Phoenix dactylifera
Date
   Phoenix sylvestris
Sylvester
   Ptychosperma elegans
Alexander
   Ptychosperma macarthurii
Macarthur
   Roystonea elata
Florida Royal
   Roystonea regia
Royal
   Sabal palmetto
Sabal
   Veitchia montgomeryana
Montgomery
   Veitchia winin
Winin
   Wodyetia bifurcata
Foxtail
:
   Bougainvillea spp.
Bougainvillea
   Capparis cynophallophora
Jamaican Caper
   Chrysobalanus icaco
Cocoplum
   Codiaeum variegatum
Croton
   Conocarpus erectus
Green Buttonwood
   Conocarpus erectus sericeus
Silver Buttonwood
   Duranta repens
Golden Dewdrop
   Eugenia axillaris
White Stopper
   Eugenia foetida
Spanish Stopper
   Eugenia rhombea
Red Stopper
   Ficus microcarpa
‘Green Island’; Green Island Ficus
   Galphimia gracilis
Thryallis
   Hamelia patens
Firebush
   Hibiscus spp.
Hibiscus
   Ilex vomitoria
Yaupon Holly
   Ixora spp
Ixora
   Jasminum multiflorum
Downy Jasmine
   Jasminum volubile
Wax Jasmine
   Muhlenbergia capillaris
Muhly Grass
   Myrcianthes fragrans
Simpson Stopper
   Philodendron selloum
Philodendron
   Philodendron ‘Xanadu’
Xanadu
   Plumbago auriculata
Plumbago
   Podocarpus macrophyllus
Podocarpus
   Psychotria nervosa
Wild Coffee
   Rapanea punctata
Myrsine
   Rhaphiolepis indica
Indian Hawthorne
   Schefflera arboricola
Dwarf Schefflera
   Schefflera arboricola
‘Trinette’Trinette
   Trachelospermum jasminoides
Confederate Jasmine
   Tripsacum dactyloides
Fakahatchee
   Tripsacum floridana
Dwarf Fakahatchee
   Viburnum odoratissimum
Sweet Viburnum
Seasonal Color: Submit proposal for review and approval.
 
   124.28(B)(12)(m)   Prohibited plant species. The following plant species are prohibited from :
   124.28(B)(12)(m)1.   Acacia auriculaeformis (a/k/a earleaf acacia).
   124.28(B)((12)m)2.   Araucaria heterophylla (a/k/a Norfolk Island pine).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)3.   Ardisia solanecea (a/k/a shoebutton ardisia).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)4.   Bischofia javanica (a/k/a toog).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)5.   Brassaria actinophylla (a/k/a schefflera).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)6.   Casuarina Trees (a/k/a Australian pine).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)7.   Cupaniopsis anacardiodes (a/k/a carrotwood).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)8.   Dalbergia sisoo (a/k/a rosewood).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)9.   Grevillea robusta (a/k/a silk oak).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)10.   Hibiscus tiliaceus (a/k/a mahoe).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)11.   Lucaena leucocephala (a/k/a lead Tree or jumbie bean).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)12.   Melaleuca quinquenervia (a/k/a punk Tree or paper bark).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)13.   Metopium toxiferum (a/k/a poisonwood).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)14.   Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (a/k/a downy rose myrtle).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)15.   Schinus terebinthifolius (a/k/a Brazilian pepper or Florida holly).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)16.   Bucida buceras (a/k/a black olive).
   124.28(B)(12)(m)17.   Callistemon viminalis (a/k/a/ weeping bottlebrush).
   124.28(B)(13)    , grading and drainage.
   124.28(B)(13)(a)   Site grading shall be done to preserve and enhance the topographic features and to provide positive drainage.
   124.28(B)(13)(b)   No slope of any type shall be steeper than 3:1. Where space limitations demand, terracing with approved retaining walls shall be utilized. Where retaining walls are required, materials shall be compatible with the site standards and shall be approved at time of Site Plan review. locations must be integrated with the plan.
   124.28(B)(13)(c)   Berms, channels, , and the like shall be graded as to be an integral part of the grading, and designed with smooth transitions between changes in slope. Berms should not interrupt drainage.
   124.28(B)(13)(d)   Surface drainage shall be collected on site and connected to underground storm drains. Drainage is to be conveyed in accordance with the master drainage plan.
   124.28(B)(13)(e)   Run-off should be directed away from pads at a minimum slope of 2% in areas.
   124.28(B)(13)(f)   Drainage from roof tops shall not directly outfall into planted or pedestrian areas.
   124.28(B)(14)    construction procedures and precautions.
   124.28(B)(14)(a)   The following measures are to be incorporated to minimize soil erosion by water and wind.
   124.28(B)(14)(a)1.   Remove all invasive plant materials referred to in subsection 124.28(B)(12)(m), but no more other vegetation than necessary.
   124.28(B)(14)(a)2.   Install temporary Mulching on areas to be left bare of plant material for an extended period of time.
   124.28(B)(14)(a)3.   Provide temporary ditches, dikes, desilting basins and/or vegetation to remove sediment from run-off water during .
   124.28(B)(14)(b)   The personnel are responsible for knowing the location of existing and must protect existing during the .
   124.28(B)(14)(c)    sites shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. All trash shall be kept in enclosed containers and removed frequently.
   124.28(B)(14)(d)    access shall be coordinated with the Developer. Special care shall be taken to protect existing pavements and from damage.
   124.28(B)(14)(e)   Approval shall not be required for the temporary storage of materials, equipment and supplies needed for the of permanent improvements upon a site, provided they are completely removed immediately upon completion of .
   124.28(B)(15)    maintenance.   maintenance shall be of highest quality to provide at all times a clean, orderly, and manicured appearance. The party responsible for maintenance will be identified in the Documents.
   124.28(B)(15)(a)   All dead or dying plant material shall be removed immediately.
   124.28(B)(15)(b)   Replacements of removed plant material shall be made within a 15-day period of beginning at date of removal.
   124.28(B)(15)(c)   Sites shall be policed regularly to eliminate   .
   124.28(B)(15)(d)   A seasonal color program shall accompany the maintenance proposal.
   124.28(B)(15)(e)   Seasonal color shall be provided continually in winter, spring, summer, and fall. “Spent” plant material shall be replaced immediately.
   124.28(B)(15)(f)   All areas shall be kept weed free.
   124.28(B)(15)(g)    areas shall be watered, fertilized, cut, Pruned, and treated for insects regularly to maintain a healthy, vigorous, and well-kept appearance.
   124.28(B)(15)(h)    maintenance of parcels is the responsibility of the respective owners.
   124.28(B)(15)(i)    maintenance of all , common open space, and conservation areas are the responsibility of the developer or its designee.
   124.28(B)(15)(j)   Maintain in a clean and neat condition with a minimum three-inch cover in all planting beds. Restore as necessary with clean of the same type as that at installation.
   124.28(B)(15)(k)   Fertilization shall be a part of the required maintenance activities. Fertilizer shall be applied following manufacturer’s specifications. Any evidence of nutrient deficiency shall be addressed during fertilization.
   124.28(B)(15)(l)   The system will be a required portion of the maintenance activities to ensure Lawns and plantings receive sufficient water to maintain healthy growing conditions.
(Ord. 2010-21, passed 10-4-2010)