1. Special Exception Elite Custom Tattooing Studio Application #3322

2. Special Exception Application
Tattoo Body Piercing and Body Art Use
Chapter 3 of the LDC allows Tattoo related uses on property zoned Commercial-2 (COM-2) with a Special Exception. Special Exceptions are governed by LDC Chapter 2, Section 2.07.
LDC Section 2.07
Special Exceptions are uses that may not be appropriate within a zoning district, but if subject to appropriate limitations, conditions and safeguards, would promote the public health, safety, welfare, convenience and comfort.
Special Exception approval criteria:
In addition to the criteria of LDC , the following must be met:
Is consistent with the LDC requirements;
Meets LDC concurrency requirements;
Is compatible with the surrounding neighborhoods

3. Location Map 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Unit A-203.
Located within a two-story commercial and office condominium complex
Surrounded by a large core of non-residential and urban uses
Area is largely built-out.
Community Development
Department

4. FLUM Map Existing Future Land Use is Mixed Use.
Future Land Use Map
Zoning Map
Existing Future Land Use is Mixed Use.
Existing Zoning is Commercial – 2
(COM-2).

5. Zoning Map Existing Future Land Use is Mixed Use.
Future Land Use Map
Zoning Map
Existing Future Land Use is Mixed Use.
Existing Zoning is Commercial – 2
(COM-2).

6. Property Characteristics and Access
Within existing office and commercial condominium use complex
Internal parking and driveways
Access off Cypress Point Parkway and Cypress Edge.
Community Development
Department

7. Property Characteristics and Access
Varied mix of existing uses within COM-2 zoning
2-story retail and office building
Adequate parking
Unique design
Community Development
Department

8. LDC Compliance Findings
LDC and criteria:
Not in conflict with public interest;
Consistent with Comprehensive Plan;
No significant financial hardship for the City;
If licensed, the use does not create a public hazard or nuisance;
Subject to Florida Department of Health Licensing;
Generally consistent with the requirements of LDC;
Applicant has found an appropriate location.
Summary Findings:
Is compatible with surrounding mix of commercial, professional and medical offices and personal service uses;
Use to be located in an existing building and infrastructure;
Will offer new service within a vacant tenant space;
Located on code compliant property with an approved site plan;
Bring a new business to this community.

9. Staff Recommendation Conclusion Recommendation
Application #3322 complies with the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan and Sections and of the LDC, thus meeting the criteria to approve the requested Special Exception use.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning and Land Development Regulation Board approve Application #3322, a Special Exception for Tattooing, Body Piercing and Body Art use at 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Unit A-203.