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2. Administrative Reviews: Administrative Waiver

   USE THIS FORM TO Apply for reductions in parking requirements, reduction in setbacks (TREES ONLY), or reduction in dimensional standards (except for setbacks) where the intent of the LDC can be achieved and equal performance obtained by granting a waiver.

4. Fees

   Once an application is submitted it will be reviewed for completeness. Once verified complete, an invoice will be emailed to the applicant.

   1. Administrative Waiver - Parking - $400
   2. Administrative Waiver - Dimensional Standards - $400
   3. Administrative Waiver - TREES ONLY - $100
6. IMPORTANT NOTES
8. Pre-Application Meeting
   To guide you through the process and to ensure that your application is understood and properly processed, you’ll need to meet with a City Planner prior to submitting your application. After staff determines the application is complete and a staff report is issued, the property is posted with a notice for 10 days. If no appeals are filed during that time, the application is approved.
10. Application Requirements (TREE WAIVERS ONLY)

    1. A current survey of the property (no older than two years)
    2. Proof of Ownership (copy of deed or tax statement)
    3. A completed Owner's Authorization for Agent Representation form, if applicable
    4. ISA Certified Arborist assessment - See LDC Section 10.03.01(C)(1-4)
    5. Recorded agreement between property owner and the City - See LDC Section 10.03.01(C)(5)
12. Application Requirements

    1. A current survey of the property (no older than two years);
    2. Proof of Ownership (copy of deed or tax statement);
    3. A completed Owner’s Authorization for Agent Representation form, if necessary;
    4. A detailed letter of intent outlining the proposed action(s); and
    5. Survey illustrating both exiting and proposed changes, including lot dimensions and legal description;
14. Please see the Land Development Code (LDC) for detailed information:

    1. Administrative Waivers - see LDC Section 10.03.01
16. The LDC is available for review at
    www.fbfl.us/LDC
18. PROPERTY INFORMATION
    Property information can be found at the Nassau County Property Appraiser’s Website → Map Search
20. Site Address*
22. City*
23. State*
24. Zip*
26. Parcel ID #(s)*
28. Zoning District*
    -- Select One --C-1C-2CONGC/C-2 w/PUDI-2IAIWMU-1MU-8OT-1OT-2PI-1R-1R-1GR-2R-2 w/PUDR-3R-3 w/PUDRERECW-1
29. Future Land Use Designation*
    -- Select One --IndustrialIndustrial WaterfrontLow Density ResidentialMedium Density ResidentialMixed UsePublic & InstitutionalPublic & Semi PublicRecreationWaterfront Mixed Use
31. OWNER OF RECORD
    As recorded with the Nassau County Property Appraiser
33. First Name*
34. Last Name*
36. Company (if applicable)
38. Mailing Address*
40. City*
41. State*
42. Zip*
44. Telephone Number*
45. E-mail Address*
47. OWNER'S AGENT
    If other than owner. If an agent will be representing the owner, an Owner’s Authorization For Agent Representation form must be included
49. Is there an agent other than the owner representing this project?*
    -- Select One --YesNo
51. First Name
52. Last Name
54. Company (if applicable)
56. Street Address
58. City
59. State
60. Zip
62. Telephone Number
63. E-mail Address
65. PROJECT INFORMATION
67. Type of Administrative Waiver Requested*
    -- Select One --Reduction in Parking RequirementsReduction in a Dimensional Standard (other than a setback)Reduction in setbacks (TREES ONLY)
69. Reduction in Setbacks (TREES ONLY)

    1. The reduction is necessary to protect a healthy native shade tree measuring at least 25 inches DBH; and
    2. The reduction does not result a structure placed less than five (5) feet from the front, side, or rear property lines; and
    3. The protected tree will not require pruning cuts any greater than 20% as recommended by ISA best management practices during construction or within 2 years following construction activities; and
    4. Where the applicant has provided a certified arborist statement attesting to the health of the tree and its worthiness for deviation from typical setback standards, a detailed protection schematic to
    5. A recorded agreement between the property owner and the City which binds future owners to tree replacement requirements should the preserved tree fail in the future.
71. Reduction in Parking Requirements

    Applications for the reduction of the parking requirement must meet all of the following standards:

    1. The reduction is necessary in order to implement tree protection standards of the LDC
    2. The reduction is limited to either 1 space or 2% of the parking requirement (whichever is more); and
    3. The reduction does not limit the availability or location of required handicapped parking.
73. Reduction in Dimensional Standards (other than setbacks)

    Applications for the reduction in a dimensional standard must meet all of the following conditions:

    1. A property Owner inadvertently fails to comply with the dimensional requirements and such failure is identified after the start of construction;
    2. The difference between the required dimensional standard set forth in the LDC and the actual measurement is not more than 3 inches; and
    3. Failure to compy woth the required dimensional standards shall not result in an adverse health, safety, or welfare impact.
75. Description of Request*
77. Certification*

    1. By signing below, I certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge at the time of the application.
    2. I acknowledge that I understand and have complied with all of the submittal requirements and procedures.
79. Applicant First Name*
80. Applicant Last Name*
82. Today's Date*
    Today's Date
83. Upload Supporting Documentation
85. Upload 2
86. Upload 3
87. Upload 4
88. Upload 5
90. 
92. DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & CONSERVATION
    204 Ash Street | Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 | 904 310-3480 | www.fbfl.us/planning
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