p&z 8.24.06Planning and Zoning 1 Aug 10, 2006
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
REGULAR MEETING AUG 24, 2006
The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Planning and Zoning Board was held on
Thursday, Aug 24, 2006, at the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order by
Richard Fernandez, Chairman at 7:00 P.M. with the following persons present:
ROLL CALL: Richard Fernandez, Chairman
Mark Ulmer
Robert Abramitis
Sid Reese
ALSO PRESENT: David Dacquisto, Planning & Zoning Director
Richard Sarafan, Village Attorney
Valerie Bierley, Clerk
ABSENT: Cesar Sastre
Mr. Sarafan swore in all those participating in the meeting.
BOARD MEMBER DISCLOSURES:
Mr. Ulmer disclosed he did not visit any of the sites.
Mr. Abramitis disclosed he visited all the sites.
Mr. Reese disclosed he visited all sites and spoke with two of the Sturart & Janet Lilly
and Gordon Moyer.
Mr. Fernandez disclosed he visited 98 NE 113 Ave.
SCHEDULE ITEMS:
PZ06-0323-06
Valerie Greenberg (owner)
10110 NE 4 Ave.
Sec. 600: Site plan approval – Site plan approval – garage enclosure
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code subject to
compliance with listed conditions. The Board questioned Mr. Dacquisto pertaining to the
parking.
Mrs. Greenberg addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant regarding the conditions set forth by the Planning and Zoning Staff. After the
Board held a discussion Mr. Abramitis moved to approve the application with the four
recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Staff. Mr. Reese seconded the motion
and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
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PZ06-0727-07
MSVC LLC (Owner)
Sandra Stefani (Tenant)
9480 NE 2 Ave.
Sec. 600: Site Plan Approval – Liquor license – wine and cheese store
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code subject to
compliance with listed conditions. The Board briefly discussed the distinction between
liquor, beer and wine.
Mrs. Stefani addressed the Board and elaborated on the store she will be opening. The
Board discussed the recommendations and Mr. Ulmer moved to approve the application
with the four recommendations. Mr. Abramitis seconded the motion and the vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0727-05
Gordon Moyer (Owners)
Maria Mendoza (Agent)
9301 NE 12 Ave.
Sec. 702: Hardship Variance – Sec. 400/401 garage in front yard, 19ft. from front lot line
The Planning & Zoning staff recommends denial of the variance application with a
finding that it does not meet the requirements for consideration of a variance as listed in
the Code under Section 702. If the Board finds that the applicant meets the requirements
for consideration and votes to approve the application, staff recommends the listed
conditions. The Board briefly questioned Mr. Dacquisto.
Mr. Moyer addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant concerning the property line. After a discussion, Mr. Abramitis moved to deny
the application. Mr. Ulmer seconded the motion, and the vote was in favor of the motion
3-1. Mr. Reese said no.
PZ06-0824-01
Kenneth Smith (Owner)
Mark Campbell (Agent)
361 NE 97 St.
Sec. 600: Site Plan Approval – addition and partial garage conversion
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code subject to
compliance with listed conditions. The Board questioned Mr. Dacquisto.
Mr. Campbell addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant and after a discussion from the Board, Mr. Ulmer moved to approve the
application with the four recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Staff plus add
one more which would be to sign a covenant for a single family residence. Mr. Reese
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
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PZ06-0824-02
Robin Avery (Owners)
10618 NE 10 PL
Sec. 600: Site plan approval – addition and garage conversion
Planning & Zoning staff recommends approval of the site plan with a finding that it is
consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board had no questions for Mr.
Dacquisto.
Mrs. Avery addressed the Board and described the project. The Board had no questions
for the applicant. Mr. Abramitis moved to approve the application with the conditions set
fourth by Staff. Mr. Reese seconded the motion and the vote was in favor of the motion
3-1. Mr. Ulmer voted no.
PZ06-0824-03
7800 NE 2 Ave. LTD. (Owner)
Raymond Estime (Applicant)
9717 NE 2 Ave.
Site plan review: Site plan approval – sign
Planning & Zoning staff recommends approval of the site plan with a finding that it is
consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board questioned Mr. Dacquisto
relating to the property owner.
Mrs. Estime addressed the Board and described the project. The Board asked application
questions and after a discussion, Mr. Ulmer motioned to approve the application subject
to one condition. The condition recommended by Staff is to obtain a building permit
before commencing work. Mr. Reese seconded the motion. The vote was in favor of the
motion 3-1. Mr. Abramitis voted no.
PZ06-0824-04
John Militano (Owner)
Jo Osborn (Tenant)
8990 Biscayne Ave.
Site plan review: Sign
Planning & Zoning staff recommends approval of the site plan with a finding that it is
consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board had no questions for Mr.
Dacquisto.
Mrs. Osborn addressed the Board and described the project. The Board had no questions
for the applicant. Mr. Abramitis moved to approve the application subject to the
recommendations set by Staff. Mr. Reese seconded the motion and the vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion. 4-0
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PZ06-0824-05
Frank & Jen Hornstein (Owner)
Mark Campbell (Agent)
333 NE 92 St.
Site plan review: Sec.600: Site plan approval – garage conversion and porch enclosure
Planning & Zoning staff recommends approval of the site plan with a finding that it is
consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board questioned Mr. Dacquisto
in regards to the roof.
Mr. Campbell addressed the Board and described the project. The Board briefly
questioned the applicant. Mr. Reese moved to approve the application subject to the
staff’s recommendations and Mr. Abramitis seconded the motion. The vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-06
Stuart & Janet Lilly (Owner)
9800 NE 13 Ave.
Sec.702: Hardship variance – Sec. 518, fence height
Planning & Zoning staff recommends denial of the variance with a finding that it does
not meet the requirements for consideration as listed in the Code under Section 702. If the
Board finds that the applicant meets the requirements for consideration and votes to
approve the application, staff recommends the following three conditions. The Board
questioned Mr. Dacquisto.
Mrs. Lilly addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant and after a discussion, Mr. Ulmer moved to determine 13th Ave. as front of
property and approve a 4ft high ornamental fence at its present location. Mr. Reese
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-07
Raymond & Jill Carabotta (Owner)
166 NE 92 St.
Site plan review: Sec.600: Site Plan Approval – garage conversion and addition
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board did not
question Mr. Dacquisto.
Mr. Carabotta did not address the Board. The Board did not question the applicant. Mr.
Ulmer moved to approve subject to the four recommendations set by the Staff. Mr.
Reese seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
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PZ06-0824-08
Antonio & Rita Manso De Sousa (Owner)
162 NW 102 St
Site plan review
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board
questioned Mr. Dacquisto concerning the porch.
Mrs. Manso De Sousa did not address the board. The Board did not question the
applicant. Mr. Ulmer moved to approve subject to the two conditions set by the Staff. Mr.
Reese seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-09
Alain & Carly Gonzalez (Owner)
389 NE 99 St.
Sec. 600: Site plan approval – addition to historic residence
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board
questioned Mr. Dacquisto concerning the roof and the pergola.
Mr. Gonzalez addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant pertaining to the pergola. Mr. Reese moved to approve the application subject
to the recommendations set by Staff. Mr. Ulmer seconded the motion and the vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-10
Miami Shores LLC (Owner)
Adrian Solar (Agent)
9838 NE 2 Ave
Site plan review – sign
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board
questioned Mr. Dacquisto regarding the awning signage.
Mr. Solar did not address the Board. The Board had no questions for the applicant. Mr.
Abramitis moved to approve the application subject to the two recommendations out of
three by Staff. 1) Applicant to obtain a building permit before commencing work. 2)
applicant to meet all applicable code provision at the time of permitting. Mr. Ulmer
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
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PZ06-0824-11
Shores Village LLC (Owner)
Adrian Solar (Agent)
9537-9545 NE 2 Ave
Sec. 600: Site plan approval – sign
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board had no
questions for Mr. Dacquisto.
Mr. Solar addressed the Board and described the store. The Board had no questions for
the applicant. Mr. Abramits moved to approve the application subject to the
recommendations set by Staff. Mr. Ulmer seconded the motion and the vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-12
Hunter Quackenbush (Owner)
860 NE 91 Terr.
Sec. 600: Site plan approval – new residence
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board
questioned Mr. Dacquisto concerning the landscape plan.
Mr. Quackenbush did not address the Board. The Board questioned the applicant
concerning the landscape plan submitted. Mr. Reese moved to table the application for
Sept. 14th to give the applicant a chance to submit a landscape site plan. Mr. Abramitis
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-13
MSVC LLC (Owner)
Iron Group LLC (Agent)
9432 NE 2nd Ave.
The applicant requested to table this application until the Sept. 7th meeting. Mr. Abramitis
moved to approve the table request and Mr. Reese seconded the motion. The vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion. 4-0.
PZ06-0824-14
Manuel Hadad (Owner)
Maria Mendoza (Agent)
101 NW 110 St.
The Planning & Zoning staff recommended approval of the proposed site plan with the
finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the code. The Board had no
questions for Mr. Dacquisto.
Mrs. Mendoza addressed the Board and described the project. The Board briefly
questioned the applicant. Mr. Ulmer moved to approve the application subject to the
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recommendations set by Staff. Mr. Reese seconded the motion and the vote was
unanimous in favor of the motion 4-0.
PZ06-0824-15
Shore Square Investments LLC (Owner)
Tsvi Katsir (Applicant)
9096 Biscayne Blvd.
The Planning & Zoning staff described the project and recommended approval of the
proposed site plan with the finding that it is consistent with the technical provisions of the
code. The Board questioned Mr. Dacquisto concerning whether or not this type of
establishment should be placed in this shopping center.
The applicant addressed the Board and described the project. The Board questioned the
applicant in regards to the amount of students anticipated. The Board discussed parking
and occupancy limits. Mr. Ulmer moved to accept the application subject to the three
recommendations set by Staff. Mr. Reese seconded the motion and the vote was in favor
of the motion 3-1. Mr. Abramitis voted no.
NEXT MEETING
The next regular meeting will be on Sept. 14, 2006
ADJOURNMENT
The Aug. 24, 2006 Planning & Zoning meeting was adjourned at 10:24 P.M.
__________________________ ____________________________
Valerie Bierley, Clerk Chairman, Planning & Zoning Board