Overview of Canal Maintenance Ordinances - City of Punta Gorda
Overview of Canal Maintenance Ordinances - City of Punta Gorda
Overview of Canal Maintenance Ordinances - City of Punta Gorda
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Discussion Outline<br />
* <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
* <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
* Common Causes <strong>of</strong> Seawall Failure<br />
* Construction Methods<br />
* Funding
<strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> Isles (PGI)<br />
* <strong>Canal</strong>s/seawalls<br />
constructed in early<br />
1960’s & late 1970’s<br />
* 50 miles <strong>of</strong> canals<br />
* 100 miles <strong>of</strong> concrete<br />
seawall
Burnt Store Isles (BSI)<br />
* <strong>Canal</strong>s/seawalls<br />
constructed in late<br />
1970’s<br />
* 7.5 miles <strong>of</strong> canals<br />
* 15 miles <strong>of</strong> concrete<br />
seawall
Discussion Outline<br />
√ <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
* <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong>
<strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> Isles (PGI)<br />
ORDINANCE 549-79<br />
* Creation <strong>of</strong> special taxing district & establishment<br />
<strong>of</strong> advisory board<br />
* Provide for maintenance <strong>of</strong> canals, waterways &<br />
navigable channels<br />
* Provide for maintenance/reconstruction <strong>of</strong><br />
bulkheads and retaining walls
Burnt Store Isles (BSI)<br />
ORDINANCE 825-86<br />
* Creation <strong>of</strong> special taxing district & establishment<br />
<strong>of</strong> advisory board<br />
* Provide for maintenance <strong>of</strong> canals, waterways &<br />
navigable channels<br />
* Provide for maintenance / reconstruction <strong>of</strong><br />
bulkheads and retaining walls
Construction in Waterways<br />
Criteria and Limitations<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
SINGLE FAMILY: Minimum <strong>of</strong> 85’ seawall length<br />
Structures must be within 45° from property line<br />
Maximum 25’ waterward from seawall<br />
Maintain 50’ navigable channel<br />
Freestanding concrete dock maximum 10’<br />
waterward<br />
Boat Lift & up to 3 out pilings or up to 6 out<br />
pilings or 2 Boat Lifts
Construction in Waterways<br />
Criteria and Limitations<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
SINGLE FAMILY: Less than 85’ seawall length<br />
Freestanding concrete dock maximum 10’<br />
waterward<br />
1 boat lift or 3 out pilings
Construction in Waterways<br />
Criteria and Limitations<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
MULTI-FAMILY: <strong>Canal</strong> width greater than 120’ &<br />
minimum <strong>of</strong> 85’ seawall<br />
Freestanding concrete dock, 4’ in width, 25’<br />
waterward maximum, separated by 27’<br />
3 bumper pilings per slip<br />
Boat lifts allowed if within 45° and maximum<br />
25’ waterward
Construction in Waterways<br />
Criteria and Limitations<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
MULTI-FAMILY: <strong>Canal</strong> width with less than 120’<br />
& less than 85’ seawall<br />
Freestanding concrete dock maximum 10’<br />
waterward<br />
1 boat lift or 3 out pilings
Construction in Waterways<br />
Ordinance Intent<br />
Criteria for granting a special permit for any structure<br />
or dredging must conform to the following:<br />
* In harmony with general intent & purpose <strong>of</strong><br />
subsection 6-6(c);<br />
* Non injurious to waterway;<br />
* Would not impede safe navigation;<br />
* Aesthetically & functionally compatible with<br />
existing structures & land;
Construction in Waterways<br />
Ordinance Intent<br />
Continued…<br />
* Must not interfere or be detrimental to the quiet &<br />
peaceful use <strong>of</strong> nearby land;<br />
* Would not otherwise be detrimental to public health,<br />
welfare & safety.
<strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> seawalls<br />
& appurtenances<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
The cost and expense <strong>of</strong> maintenance that are the<br />
responsibilities <strong>of</strong> canal maintenance assessment<br />
districts include:<br />
* Remove anything impeding flow <strong>of</strong> water or<br />
navigation from canals.<br />
* Maintain berm to proper height by placing fill on<br />
water side <strong>of</strong> seawall whenever necessary.<br />
* Repair, remove or replace deteriorating seawalls;<br />
Protect abutting & adjoining properties.
Continued…<br />
<strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> seawalls<br />
& appurtenances<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
* Filling <strong>of</strong> reported sinkholes or supplying material<br />
to residents.<br />
* Inspection <strong>of</strong> seawall & berm on properties.<br />
* Administer & implement the program for canal<br />
maintenance; act as trustee for funds generated<br />
and expended in PGI and BSI.<br />
* Dredge navigable channels when needed.
<strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> seawalls<br />
& appurtenances<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
Responsibility <strong>of</strong> property owners and tenants within<br />
the canal maintenance district to provide proper &<br />
safe maintenance <strong>of</strong> appurtenances as they may affect<br />
the condition <strong>of</strong> seawalls and canals, and specifically<br />
the following:<br />
* Water side <strong>of</strong> seawalls: maintenance <strong>of</strong> davits,<br />
hoisting or launching devises, docks, pilings,<br />
dock lights, water & power lines, boats and all<br />
other equipment.<br />
* Dredging, except in navigable channels.
Continued…<br />
<strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> seawalls<br />
& appurtenances<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
* Maintain the appearance <strong>of</strong> the seawall and cap<br />
consistent with those on adjoining lots.<br />
* Land side <strong>of</strong> seawalls:<br />
a) Refrain from any act endangering integrity <strong>of</strong><br />
seawalls, tie-rods or deadman. Objects or<br />
structures attached to or resting on or against the<br />
seawall or cap are prohibited, including cleats or<br />
anchors. Tie-<strong>of</strong>f anchors or any other structures<br />
must be placed 6’ or more landward <strong>of</strong> seawall.
<strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> seawalls<br />
& appurtenances<br />
per Section 6 <strong>of</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
Continued…<br />
b) <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> ground level to be flush<br />
with top <strong>of</strong> seawall caps.<br />
c) <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>of</strong> davits, hoisting or launching<br />
devices, patios, swimming pools, walks,<br />
sprinkler & plumbing systems, wiring, grass,<br />
trees, shrubbery & other appurtenances or<br />
structures erected or placed upon the property.
Discussion Outline<br />
√ <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
√ <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
* Common Causes <strong>of</strong> Seawall Failure<br />
- Cap, Tie Back & Davit Failure<br />
- Water & Oyster Line Failure<br />
- Toe & Berm Failure<br />
- Slab Joint Separation & Sinkholes<br />
- Grass Edging
CAP, TIE BACK & DAVIT FAILURE
WATER & OYSTER LINE FAILURE
TOE & BERM FAILURES
SLAB JOINT<br />
SEPARATION<br />
SINKHOLES
Discussion Outline<br />
√ <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
√ <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
√ Common Causes <strong>of</strong> Seawall Failure<br />
* Construction Methods<br />
- Cap Replacement<br />
- Construction <strong>of</strong> Seawall Slabs<br />
- Seawall Replacement<br />
-Riprap<br />
- Sinkhole Repair
Construction Methods<br />
Cap<br />
Replacement
Construction Methods<br />
Construction<br />
<strong>of</strong><br />
Seawall Slabs
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Construction Methods<br />
Seawall<br />
Replacement
Construction Methods<br />
Riprap
Construction Methods<br />
Sinkhole<br />
Repair
Discussion Outline<br />
√ <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
√ <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
√ Common Causes <strong>of</strong> Seawall Failure<br />
√ Construction Methods<br />
* Funding
Construction Costs<br />
Seawall Stabilization (riprap) $ 95.00/LF<br />
Seawall Cap Replacement<br />
Occupied lots $ 73.93/LF<br />
Vacant lots $ 51.43/LF<br />
Seawall Replacement (waterward)<br />
$300.00/LF<br />
Seawall Replacement (landward) $260.00/LF<br />
Dockside Dredging $295.00/HR
Annual Budget<br />
<strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> Isles – Assessment Fee<br />
(A) $500 per lot – single family<br />
(B) Property zoned otherwise - $.05 sq/ft<br />
(C) Generates $2,575,000.<br />
Burnt Store Isles – Assessment Fee<br />
(A) $400 per lot – single family<br />
(B) Property zoned otherwise - $.04 sq/ft<br />
(C) Generates $412,000.
Discussion Outline<br />
√ <strong>Punta</strong> <strong>Gorda</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> Statistics<br />
√ <strong>Overview</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Canal</strong> <strong>Maintenance</strong> <strong>Ordinances</strong><br />
√ Common Causes <strong>of</strong> Seawall Failure<br />
√ Construction Methods<br />
√ Funding
Questions & Answers
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