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MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & ZONING
10050 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33037-2304
www.miamishoresvillage.com
Main Number: 305-795-2207 Fax Number: 305-756-8972
David A. Dacquisto AICP, CFM, Director
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP
Village Hall Conference Room
10050 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores
JANUARY 14, 2016
THURSDAY, 7:00 P.M.
I) CALL TO ORDER
In Attendance:
David Dacquisto, Director of Planning & Zoning
Mariana Gracia, Clerk
1) Roll Call
Present: Mr. Carlos Diaz, Mr. John Busta, Mr. Sid Reese, Jr., Mr. Robert Abramitis,
Chairman Richard Fernandez.
Chairman Fernandez made clear the workshop rules, there will be no public
comment and no motion made on any of the items discussed at this time.
II) DISCUSSION
1) Deck regulations.
Mr. Fernandez gave an introduction as to the deck regulations. Complimented
Mr. Dacquisto on the documents provided. Mr. Dacquisto spoke about Decks
and the setbacks. The Board spoke about mansonry construction and asked
questions. The Board discussed the setbacks particularly regarding side yards
and the privacy of the neighborhood. The board commented on wood decks and
their durability it was noted however they are permitted. The Board discussed the
need to attach decks to a residence and if not the deck would be an accessory
structure. There is no decision made on this issue today.
2) Florida Friendly Landscaping, ground cover requirements.
Mr. Fernandez gave a brief summary of the Florida Friendly Landscaping and the
fact that this issue has been visited before and the conclusion that was given last
time this was visited. He encouraged the Board to go and tour the sites that
have Florida Friendly Landscaping. The Board discussed the current code
provisions and what is currently not being allowed. Board discussion took place
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about the swale and planting on it. The Board asked questions and commented
on the various heigh limits that may be attached to low ground cover, 10” or 24”
or that it may be left to the discression of code compliance. There is general
consensus to hold this item over to the Barry University meeting on the 21st this
month.
3) Front yard hedge height limits along high traffic streets, fence material and corner
plots.
Front yard hedge height limits along high traffic streets, was discussed. The
Board agreed to put this for continuation after the Barry University discussion.
The Board discussed allowing metal board fences. The board agreed continue to
discuss at the issue at the Barry University Workshop on the 21st of January.
Adjourned at 8:30PM.
III) NEXT WORKSHOP – January 21, 2016.
1) Barry University Campus Master Plan.
IV) NEXT REGULAR BOARD HEARING – January 28, 2016.
1) Agenda TBD.
V) ADJOURNMENT