The proposal for the Siesta Promenade has been officially withdrawn. This outcome serves as a testament to the persistence of our neighborhood in the face of excessive development. We must remain vigilant to ensure that our community standards are respected moving forward.
December 20, 2018
Final supporters
Benderson Development has filed a mixed use critical area plan (CAP) for Siesta Promenade, located at the intersection of US 41 S and Stickney Point Rd. They are proposing to build 414 residential units, a 130 room hotel and 140,000 sq ft of retail. It is filed under a CAP in order for them to receive increased density and greater height than what would be allowed within a commercial general zone, should they receive the requested zone change to Commercial General (CG) from the current predominant zoning of Residential Mobile Home.
There have been several neighborhood workshops over the years and the concern remains that the requested density and intensity of use far exceeds what would be allowed in a (CG) zone. They propose 20.5 units per acre (414 apartments + the hotel) versus 13 units per acre (247 apartments + the hotel if the CG zone is approved for the entire property of approximately 23.84 acres). There are 13 buildings planned: 3 buildings at 40’ right across from single family homes; 2 buildings at 65’, 1 at 50’, 6 at 35’ and 1, 85’ hotel.
They propose adding a traffic light at Ave B/C on Stickney Point, which is the street just prior to where the Hibiscus Suites is located, and it is an open ended question as to whether Ave A (the street which allows access to the retail stores on the south side of Stickney and residential homes) will be eventually closed. Their traffic study was not performed during beach going hours and the traffic from the project will be dumped on to the small residential streets of the Pine Shores neighborhood.
Our goal is to ensure that development of the land located at the Stickney Point/US 41 intersection is done in a compatible manner with the surrounding residential neighborhoods and retail establishments. It should not be detrimental to our quality of life, health, safety and welfare, nor cause undue hardship for anyone wishing to access Siesta Key and the beach. Benderson is entitled to a reasonable use of their property, not highest use.
We need your help! We are asking Sarasota County residents and visitors - visitors from around the state of Florida, the US and beyond - to sign this petition and share it with others. Tell the Sarasota County Commission to say no to overdevelopment and increased traffic in an already congested and bottlenecked area. Please sign the petition and share the petition!
This petition will be presented to the Sarasota Planning Commission and the Sarasota County Commission.
Other steps you can take:
1. E-mail the County Commissioners and share your thoughts at [email protected]
2. Join our facebook group, Stickney Point Concerned Citizens; focus: Siesta Promenade, to stay up to date on this issue: https://www.facebook.com/groups/169497380265168/
3. Speak with your neighbors and condo/association boards at monthly meetings to inform others of the issue.
4. Attend the hearings before the Planning Commission (currently scheduled for 11/15 at 5pm) and the County Commission (currently scheduled for 12/12 at 9am).
Updates
October 27, 2018
Reaching one thousand signatures confirms that this neighborhood is united in its insistence on thoughtful growth. This milestone demonstrates that our shared concern for the scale and density of this project reflects the genuine pulse of our community.
Reached 1,000 supporters
October 26, 2018
October 24, 2018
Reaching one thousand signatures will establish a clear public consensus regarding the density concerns at the intersection of US 41 and Stickney Point. Please send the link for this petition to a neighbor who values the character of our local residential areas. Our ability to secure a meaningful review of these development plans depends entirely on this collective momentum.
September 28, 2018
Reaching one hundred signatures indicates a shared recognition of the risks this development project poses to our neighborhood character. It is heartening to realize that so many residents are paying close attention to the details of these zoning requests.
Reached 100 supporters
September 27, 2018
1,025 Comments
The development presented for this area in Sarasota is not inline with reasonable growth and development of this area. It will create a quagmire and be bad for the tourism and residential quality of this area which is sought after for its current esthetics.
I oppose the proposed Benderson Development of Siesta Promenade, located at the intersection of US 41 and Stickney Point Road, due to the impact on my property value in The Landings and on the quality of life during high season it is likely to have.
Stop Benderson from building Commercial General. Habpve them build 300 Residental Homes. That was the origin intent of this ground. Traffic is horrific and this will cause a reduction of the popularity of Siesta Key and our tourism income.
The proposed density is outrageous for this very busy area. The current flow of traffic does not need to be slowed by additional stop lights. 4-5 months a year and most weekends, the traffic is backed up on Stickney Rd, from Hwy. 41 to Siesta Drive.
Why are land use limitations respected when it's a matter of insisting on industry when conditions have changed radically in 35 years (e.g. Celery Fields), but when a developer comes in with grandiose outsized plans, those limits get blown to smithereens?
Enough building!!!! Plant more trees!!!!
On the entrance to our beautiful Siesta we need a lovely park, fountains perhaps parking and buses running to alleviate traffic. That intersection is backed up in all directions. I only go to the beach before sunrise-- Come on-- Build a beautiful entrance to our Siesta jewel.
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The proposal for the Siesta Promenade has been officially withdrawn. This outcome serves as a testament to the persistence of our neighborhood in the face of excessive development. We must remain vigilant to ensure that our community standards are respected moving forward.
December 20, 2018
Final supporters
Benderson Development has filed a mixed use critical area plan (CAP) for Siesta Promenade, located at the intersection of US 41 S and Stickney Point Rd. They are proposing to build 414 residential units, a 130 room hotel and 140,000 sq ft of retail. It is filed under a CAP in order for them to receive increased density and greater height than what would be allowed within a commercial general zone, should they receive the requested zone change to Commercial General (CG) from the current predominant zoning of Residential Mobile Home.
There have been several neighborhood workshops over the years and the concern remains that the requested density and intensity of use far exceeds what would be allowed in a (CG) zone. They propose 20.5 units per acre (414 apartments + the hotel) versus 13 units per acre (247 apartments + the hotel if the CG zone is approved for the entire property of approximately 23.84 acres). There are 13 buildings planned: 3 buildings at 40’ right across from single family homes; 2 buildings at 65’, 1 at 50’, 6 at 35’ and 1, 85’ hotel.
They propose adding a traffic light at Ave B/C on Stickney Point, which is the street just prior to where the Hibiscus Suites is located, and it is an open ended question as to whether Ave A (the street which allows access to the retail stores on the south side of Stickney and residential homes) will be eventually closed. Their traffic study was not performed during beach going hours and the traffic from the project will be dumped on to the small residential streets of the Pine Shores neighborhood.
Our goal is to ensure that development of the land located at the Stickney Point/US 41 intersection is done in a compatible manner with the surrounding residential neighborhoods and retail establishments. It should not be detrimental to our quality of life, health, safety and welfare, nor cause undue hardship for anyone wishing to access Siesta Key and the beach. Benderson is entitled to a reasonable use of their property, not highest use.
We need your help! We are asking Sarasota County residents and visitors - visitors from around the state of Florida, the US and beyond - to sign this petition and share it with others. Tell the Sarasota County Commission to say no to overdevelopment and increased traffic in an already congested and bottlenecked area. Please sign the petition and share the petition!
This petition will be presented to the Sarasota Planning Commission and the Sarasota County Commission.
Other steps you can take:
1. E-mail the County Commissioners and share your thoughts at [email protected]
2. Join our facebook group, Stickney Point Concerned Citizens; focus: Siesta Promenade, to stay up to date on this issue: https://www.facebook.com/groups/169497380265168/
3. Speak with your neighbors and condo/association boards at monthly meetings to inform others of the issue.
4. Attend the hearings before the Planning Commission (currently scheduled for 11/15 at 5pm) and the County Commission (currently scheduled for 12/12 at 9am).
Updates
October 27, 2018
Reaching one thousand signatures confirms that this neighborhood is united in its insistence on thoughtful growth. This milestone demonstrates that our shared concern for the scale and density of this project reflects the genuine pulse of our community.
Reached 1,000 supporters
October 26, 2018
October 24, 2018
Reaching one thousand signatures will establish a clear public consensus regarding the density concerns at the intersection of US 41 and Stickney Point. Please send the link for this petition to a neighbor who values the character of our local residential areas. Our ability to secure a meaningful review of these development plans depends entirely on this collective momentum.
September 28, 2018
Reaching one hundred signatures indicates a shared recognition of the risks this development project poses to our neighborhood character. It is heartening to realize that so many residents are paying close attention to the details of these zoning requests.
Reached 100 supporters
September 27, 2018
1,025 Comments
This is beyond insanity. EMT's are already unable to reach people on Siesta due to gridlock and local govt will end up being sued. The county should purchase this property back for parking and shuttles to the beach. NO TO THIS OR ANY OTHER DEVELOPMENT!!!!!
The development presented for this area in Sarasota is not inline with reasonable growth and development of this area. It will create a quagmire and be bad for the tourism and residential quality of this area which is sought after for its current esthetics.
I oppose the proposed Benderson Development of Siesta Promenade, located at the intersection of US 41 and Stickney Point Road, due to the impact on my property value in The Landings and on the quality of life during high season it is likely to have.
Stop Benderson from building Commercial General. Habpve them build 300 Residental Homes. That was the origin intent of this ground. Traffic is horrific and this will cause a reduction of the popularity of Siesta Key and our tourism income.
The proposed density is outrageous for this very busy area. The current flow of traffic does not need to be slowed by additional stop lights. 4-5 months a year and most weekends, the traffic is backed up on Stickney Rd, from Hwy. 41 to Siesta Drive.
Why are land use limitations respected when it's a matter of insisting on industry when conditions have changed radically in 35 years (e.g. Celery Fields), but when a developer comes in with grandiose outsized plans, those limits get blown to smithereens?
Enough building!!!! Plant more trees!!!!
On the entrance to our beautiful Siesta we need a lovely park, fountains perhaps parking and buses running to alleviate traffic. That intersection is backed up in all directions. I only go to the beach before sunrise-- Come on-- Build a beautiful entrance to our Siesta jewel.
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This is beyond insanity. EMT's are already unable to reach people on Siesta due to gridlock and local govt will end up being sued. The county should purchase this property back for parking and shuttles to the beach. NO TO THIS OR ANY OTHER DEVELOPMENT!!!!!