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CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING A CITY ORDINANCE
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• "'Revised Exhibit 2
09/06/2023
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING PERIODS DURING WHICH STORM SHUTTERS MAY
NOT REMAIN IN PLACE AND PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS, AS
SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT AMENDMENT
APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City), has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote of the City Council;and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article III
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is stws4-thno gh.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 1 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 8115/2023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
Section 90-84. Periods during which storm shutters may not remain in place;
exceptions.
u During the period starting on December 1 and ending on May 31, inclusive,
al Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or
attached to a building which serve both as architectural features on the building
and as protective coverings when closed in the event of a storm shall not
remain in a closed/secured position so as to block windows or doors unless a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of
the issuance of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters
or storm panel systems are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings,
but must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of
the storm event. If a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week
period, a new 2-week period shall begin upon the publication of a new
hurricane or tropical storm warning.
Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane
or tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance
of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters or hurricane
protection devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but
must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the
storm event. If a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week
period, a new 2-week period shall begin upon the publication of a new
hurricane or tropical storm warning.
(b) Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
during hurricane season may be permitted to install storm shutters, storm panels,
or hurricane protection devices even when no storm warning or watch has been
issued by providing notification to the City General Services Department through
the submission of a Storm Protection Extended Duration Notice prior to any
proposed period of absence. The Notice shall include statements which certify that
the residence will remain vacant during the resident's absence from the City and
the exact duration of such vacancy during the hurricane season. The Storm
Protection Extended Duration Notice will be made available on the City website.
Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to "Section" or
other appropriate word.
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is struck-through.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 2 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 811512023
•
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023.
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council Member/Vice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel:
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is stwsk-through.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 3 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 811512023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED TO 9/5/2023:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING PERIODS DURING WHICH STORM SHUTTERS IViA"i
NOT REMAIN IN PLACE AND PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS STORM
SHUTTERS PROTOCOL FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
STRUCTURES, AS SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT
AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City), has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote of the City Council; and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article III
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Section 90-84 90 100. Reserved.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is struckgh.
Language in RED was amended during the 811512023 Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 1 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
i •
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED TO 9/5/2023:
Section 90-84. Periods during which storm shutters magi no m
exceptions Storm Shutters Protocol for Commercial and Residential Structures.
{a) During the period staring on December 1 and ending on May 31, inclusive.
L) Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or attached to
a building which serve both as architectural features on the building and as
protective coverings when closed in the event of a storm shall not remain in a
closed/secured position so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch,storm shutters or storm panel systems
are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be removed or
opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event. If a hurricane
or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week period, a new 2-week period shall
begin upon the publication of a new hurricane or tropical storm warning.
{2) Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters or hurricane protection
devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be
removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event. If
a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week period, a new 2-week
period shall begin upon the publication of a new hurricane or tropical storm warning.
{
gi Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
during-#urrican n may be permitted to install storm shutters, storm panels,
or hurricane protection devices even when no storm warning or watch has been
issued by providing notification to the City General Services Department through
the submission of a Storm Protection, E„tended auratio;w;
The Notice shall include statements which certify
that the residence will remain vacant during the resident's absence from the City
and the exact duration of such vacancy. The Storm
Protection Extended D„ration Notice form will be made available on the City
website.
Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to "Section" or
other appropriate word.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is ask-through►.
Language in RED was amended during the 8/15/2023 Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 2 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
•
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED TO 9/5/2023:
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023.
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023. POSTPONED to this 5th day of
September 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council Member/Vice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel:
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is stFuerk-th-r-eugh.
Language in RED was amended during the 8/15/2023 Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 1276, Page 3 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING STORM SHUTTERS PROTOCOL GUIDELINES FOR
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES, PROHIBITING
STORM SHUTTERS FROM BEING LEFT IN PLACE AND PROVIDING
EXCEPTIONS, AS SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT
AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City), has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest; and
WHEREAS,for the purposes of this Ordinance, underlined type shall denote additions to
and strike t#reugh shall denote deletions from the original text.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote of the City Council; and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
If applicable, language to be added is underlined.
If applicable, language to be deleted is str-u-sic-th-raugh.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 1 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8115/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/5/2023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article III
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Section 90-84. Storm Shutters PretoGoI Guidelines for Commercial and
Residential Structures.
Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or attached to
a commercial or residential structure bui-Id+r►q which serve both as
as protective coverings when closed
in the event of a storm shall not remain in a closed/secured position so as to block
windows or doors unless a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch has been
issued. In the event of the issuance of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or
watch, storm shutters or storm panel systems are allowed to cover the window
and/or door openings, but must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-
weeks of the end of the storm event for all window and/or door openings which
serve as the sole ingress/egress for a room to the exterior of the structure
and within 4-weeks of the end of the storm event for all other windows and
doors. eek-period,
a-newf
t Wing.
1 Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters or hurricane protection
devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be
removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event
for all window and/or door openings which serve as the sole ingress/egress
for a room to the exterior of the structure and within 4-weeks of the end of
the storm event for all other windows and doors.,, If--a-hurricane-or tropical
+ring-thez=week-period Q new 2_wee4 period--shall
begin--Upon-the--publiea roptc
2 Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
may be permitted to install storm shutters, storm panels, or hurricane protection
devices even when no storm warning or watch has been issued by providing
notification to the City General Services Department. The Notice shall include
statements which certify that the residence will remain vacant during the resident's
absence from the City and the exact duration of such vacancy. The Notice form will
be made available on the City website.
f4) Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
If applicable, language to be added is underlined.
If applicable, language to be deleted is struck through.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 2 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8115/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/512023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to "Section" or
other appropriate word.
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023.
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023. POSTPONED to this 5th day of
September 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council Member/Vice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel:
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
If applicable, language to be added is underlined.
If applicable, language to be deleted is struck through.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 3 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8115/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/5/2023
• • Exhibit 2
09/05/2023
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING PERIODS DURING WHICH STORM SHUTTERS MAY
NOT REMAIN IN PLACE AND PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS, AS
SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT AMENDMENT
APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City), has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting;and passed by majority vote of the City Council;and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article III
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is rough.
Ordinance No. 1276.Page 1 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
Section 90-84. Periods during which storm shutters may not remain in place-,
exceptions.
,(21 During the period starting on December 1 and ending on May 31, inclusive,
(1) Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or
attached to a building which serve both as architectural features on the building
and as protective coverings when closed in the event of a storm shall not
remain in a closed/secured position so as to block windows or doors unless a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of
the issuance of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters
or storm panel systems are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings,
but must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of
the storm event. If a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week
period, a new 2-week period shall begin upon the publication of a new
hurricane or tropical storm warning.
Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane
or tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance
of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch, storm shutters or hurricane
protection devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but
must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the
storm event. If a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week
period, a new 2-week period shall begin upon the publication of a new
hurricane or tropical storm warning.
(b) Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
during hurricane season may be permitted to install storm shutters, storm panels,
or hurricane protection devices even when no storm warning or watch has been
issued by providing notification to the City General Services Department through
the submission of a Storm Protection Extended Duration Notice prior to any
proposed period of absence. The Notice shall include statements which certify that
the residence will remain vacant during the resident's absence from the City and
the exact duration of such vacancy during the hurricane season. The Storm
Protection Extended Duration Notice will be made available on the City website.
Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to"Section"or
other appropriate word.
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is sk-ue14414eugh.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 2 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 LANGUAGE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING BOARD ON 5/18/2023 AND AS APPROVED AT
FIRST READING ON 6/20/2023, BEFORE AMENDED ON
8/15/2023:
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023_
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council MemberNice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel: _
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is eitFasli4lapai,igh.
Ordinance No. 1276.Page 3 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE BEFORE AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED O 9/5/2023:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING PERIODS DURING VvHIC'H STORM SHUTTERS MAY
NOT REMAIN IN PLACE AND PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS STORM
SHUTTERS PROTOCOL FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
STRUCTURES, AS SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT
AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City). has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting;and passed by majority vote of the City Council;and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article III
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is strough.
Language in RED was amended during the 8/15/2023 Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 1276, Page 1 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED TO 9/5/2023:
Section 90-84.
exceptions Storm Shutters Protocol for Commercial and Residential Structures.
(a) During tho poriod etaring on Docombor 1 and onding on May 31, inclueivo,
Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or attached to
a building which serve both as architectural features on the building and as
protective coverings when closed in the event of a storm shall not remain in a
closed/secured position so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch,storm shutters or storm panel systems
are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be removed or
opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event. If a hurricane
or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week period, a new 2-week period shall
begin upon the publication of a new hurricane or tropical storm warning.
(2) Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch,storm shutters or hurricane protection
devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be
removed or opened, as applicable,within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event. If
a hurricane or tropical storm watch occurs during the 2-week period,a new 2-week
period shall begin upon the publication of a new hurricane or tropical storm warning.
43+
2 Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
d+r4ng41-E4C-F+eaae-6-e4ser may be permitted to install storm shutters,storm panels,
or hurricane protection devices even when no storm warning or watch has been
issued by providing notification to the City General Services Department. 41449444
rm Protection Extended Duiiee-any
The Notice shall include statements which certify
that the residence will remain vacant during the resident's absence from the City
and the exact duration of such vacancy.during the hurricane .-e-s-e4son,The She}
Protection Ex far: Notice form will be made available on the City
website.
(c)
(4) Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to"Section"or
other appropriate word.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is stack-through.
Language in RED was amended during the 8/15/2023 Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 1276, Page 2 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
•
•
ORDINANCE #1276 AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
AND POSTPONED TO 9/5/2023:
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023.
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023. POSTPONED to this 5th day of
September 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council MemberNice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel:
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
Language to be added is underlined.
Language to be deleted is struckthrougb.
Language in RED was amended during the 8/1512023 Public Hearinc
Ordinance No. 1276, Page 3 of 3
PROPOSED LANGUAGE AFTER AMENDED ON 8/15/2023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
ORDINANCE NO. 1276
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA;
AMENDING PART II OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, SUBPART B LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,
CHAPTER 90 ZONING, ARTICLE III DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY, ADDING A NEW SECTION
90-84, DEFINING STORM SHUTTERS 4PRRO4000L GUIDELINES FOR
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES, PROHIBITING
STORM SHUTTERS FROM BEING LEFT IN PLACE AND PROVIDING
EXCEPTIONS, AS SUBMITTED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT TEXT
AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 23-003-TA; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida (City), has adopted Ordinance
Number 716, as amended, known as the Land Development Regulations (LDRs); and
WHEREAS, the City has a legitimate interest in periodic review of its Ordinances and LDRs in
order to address certain inconsistencies or outdated regulations contained in the
Codes; to make amendments to meet changing community standards, or to
accommodate new development; and to create new ordinance or regulation to better
serve the public and to make the Code a more consistent and easier to understand
document; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board for the City, acting as the Local Planning Agency, reviewed
and discussed the proposed amendments, also known as LDR Text Amendment
Application No. 23-003-TA, at a duly advertised Public Hearing held on May 18, 2023,
and based on findings of fact by the Planning Staff, hereby recommends certain
changes, amendments, or modifications to the Code of Ordinances, to present to the
City Council for ordinance adoption and codification; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City considered the recommendations by the Planning
Board and concludes that this Ordinance promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens and inhabitants of the City, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 1(g),
Florida Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City finds and determines that these changes,
amendments, or modifications to the City's Code of Ordinances are consistent with all
applicable policies including the LDRs and the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and
not in conflict with the public interest; and
WHEREAS,for the purposes of this Ordinance, underlined type shall denote additions to
and shall denote deletions from the original text.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained before the City Council of the City presented at a duly
advertised public meeting;and passed by majority vote of the City Council;and properly
executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City; that:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing "whereas" clauses are incorporated herein as legislative findings by this
reference and made a part hereof for all intents and purposes.
If applicable. language to be added is underlined.
If applicable. language to be deleted is struck-through.
Ordinance No. 1276.Page 1 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/5/2023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
SECTION 2: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 90 ZONING.
That Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart B LDRs, Chapter 90, Zoning, Article Ill
District and District Regulations, Division 1 Generally, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Section 90-84. Storm ShuttersProtocol Guidelines for Commercial and
Residential Structures.
Storm shutters or storm panel systems permanently installed, hung, or attached to
a commercial or residential structure 441444 which serve both a&
as protective coverings when closed
in the event of a storm shall not remain in a closed/secured position so as to block
windows or doors unless a hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch has been
issued. In the event of the issuance of a hurricane or tropical storm warning or
watch, storm shutters or storm panel systems are allowed to cover the window
and/or door openings, but must be removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-
weeks of the end of the storm event for all window and/or door openings which
serve as the sole ingress/egress for a room to the exterior of the structure
and within 4-weeks of the end of the storm event for all other windows and
doors.
Storm shutters or hurricane protection devices that are composed of removable
panels shall not be installed so as to block windows or doors unless a hurricane or
tropical storm warning or watch has been issued. In the event of the issuance of a
hurricane or tropical storm warning or watch,storm shutters or hurricane protection
devices are allowed to cover the window and/or door openings, but must be
removed or opened, as applicable, within 2-weeks of the end of the storm event
for all window and/or door openings which serve as the sole ingress/egress
for a room to the exterior of the structure and within 4-weeks of the end of
the storm event.
gi Notwithstanding the above, residents who are planning to be away from the City
may be permitted to install storm shutters, storm panels, or hurricane protection
devices even when no storm warning or watch has been issued by providing
notification to the City General Services Department. The Notice shall include
statements which certify that the residence will remain vacant during the resident's
absence from the City and the exact duration of such vacancy The Notice form will
be made available on the City website.
11 Nothing hereinabove shall be construed as to conflict with the Florida Building Code
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code as administered by the appropriate City
official(s).
Section 90-85-90-100. Reserved.
SECTION 3: CONFLICT.
All Sections or parts of Sections of the City Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are
intended to be repealed to the extent of such conflict.
If applicable, language to be added is underlined.
If applicable, language to be deleted is strus4E-through.
Ordinance No. 1276,Page 2 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/5/2023
• •
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FROM STAFF FOR ORDINANCE
#1276 FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE 9/5/2023
PUBLIC HEARING:
SECTION 4: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City, and it is hereby ordained that the
provisions of this Ordinance shall become and made a part of the City Code of
Ordinances, that the Sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered to
accomplish such intentions; and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to"Section"or
other appropriate word.
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY.
If any Section, subsection, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,the remainder shall not be affected
by such invalidity.
SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon final adoption on second reading.
INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 20th day of June 2023.
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second Reading and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of July
2023. POSTPONED to this 15th day of August 2023. POSTPONED to this 5th day of
September 2023.
As required by City Charter Section C-4.1.C, ordinances shall be adopted by roll call on final
reading and recorded, the vote was as follows:
Yes No Abstained Absent
Council Member Chandler:
Council MemberNice Mayor Clark:
Council Member Jarriel:
Council Member McAuley:
Mayor Watford:
Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John J. Fumero, City Attorney
Nason Yeager Gerson Harris & Fumero, P.A.
If applicable, language to be added is underlined.
If applicable, language to be deleted is st41414414Fewifi.
Ordinance No. 1276.Page 3 of 3
AS AMENDED ON 8/15/2023,WITH PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN PURPLE
FOR COUNCIL TO CONSIDER MAKING ON 9/5/2023