PZ_Minutes_May_25_2023
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Mayor George Burch
Vice Mayor Jesse Valinsky
Councilmember Jerome Charles
Councilmember Sandra Harris
Councilmember Daniel Marinberg
Esmond Scott, Village Manager
Sarah Johnston, Village Attorney
Ysabely Rodriguez, Village Clerk
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES
THURSDAY MAY 25, 2023
9900 NE 2ND AVENUE
MIAMI SHORES, FL 33138
6:30 PM
1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
Present,
Mr. Finkelstein
Mr. Brady
Chair, Mr. Busta
Mr. Bolton
Mr. O’Hara
Also Present,
Ms. Chanae Woods- Village Attorney
Ms. Claudia Hasbun- Planning & Zoning Technician
Ms. Alizgreeth Tezen- Planning & Zoning Technician
3.MINUTES
3A.. Approval of Minutes for April 27, 2023
2023-4-27 Planning-.pdf
Mr. O'Hara commented on page 5. item 5d revise last sentence, “clarify
the applicant was not aware of having him to be present” to “clarify the
applicant was not aware of having him to seek planning and zoning
board approval” and further down on item 6d “Mr. O’Hara asked if there
has been any application for approval at the sites being updated in the
comprehensive plan, Ms. Hasbun stated that there we’re none. “
Mr. Busta commented on page 4 item 5c. Motion from 4-1 to 1-3
Motion to approve with revisions by Mr. Bolton Second by
Mr. O’Hara 5-0.
4.ACTION ITEM (S)
4A.. Historic Designation Review
Brockway Library
Owner: Miami Shores Village
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Address: 10021 NE 2nd AVE
2023_Brockway Library_10021_NE_2_AVE application_package.pdf
2023_Brockway Library_10021_NE_2_AVE plans.pdf
Kathy Redmond was at the podium along with Cheryl Gowing and
Michelle Brown (Library Director)
Ms. Redmond spoke about the history of the library and the process of
the application for it to be historically designated. The historic
preservation board saw the application in November, 2023. Ms.
Redmond also mentioned about the 75th anniversary of the Brockway
library and mentioned about the donation to Bessemer properties. The
tropical Florida style was the idea for the library and spoke about the
current facade and modifications made to improve.
Ms. Redmond also spoke about the fireplace and the rock and
Limestone materiality. The interior designer was inspired by key west
homes during president Truman’s presidential time.
The grand opening was in 1949. The library includes unique furnishings
with interesting paintings.
Cheryl and Michelle came up to the podium.
The board gave a warm applause.
Mr. Bolton asked after this application gets approved by the P&Z board
does this gets approved by the county? to which Ms. Hasbun stated
that this gets reported to the county but does not need to take action.
Mr. Brady asked if this application goes to the state? to which Ms.
Hasbun stated that this does not get reported to the state.
Motion to approve recommendation by Mr. Finkelstein seconded
by Mr. Bolton 5-0.
4B.. Ordinance Review - Development Order Requirements
Ordinance-Development Order Code Amendment.pdf
Legal Ad.pdf
Ms. Hasbun spoke about the use of the ordinance and the purpose is to
reflect the work of public works and sewer services. This ordinance
mirrors similar counties, Ms. Hasbun read out loud the section
"prerequisites about the need to follow the standards of the county and
federal regulations that needs to be in order to make an inventory of the
sewer..."
Mr. Bolton asked about the ordinance being copied by other cities and
how is this being audited.
Motion to adopt ordinance by Mr. Brady seconded by Mr. Bolton
5-0.
4C.. Ordinance Review- Moratorium
Ordinance- Moratorium.pdf
Legal Ad.pdf
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Ms. Woods read out loud the ordinance to the board and explained the
intent.
Ms. Hasbun stated that this is an annual moratorium that affects
single-family designations. Mr. Brady asked about the status of the
moratorium. To which Ms. Hasbun stated that it is no longer in place.
Mr. Brady asked about the timeline for the second reading and also
asked if this excludes residential. To which the village attorney stated
that it is only for other uses besides residential.
Mr. O'Hara asked about the resent application for a small-scale map
amendment.
Ms. Leana Kozlowski spoke on behave for Lennar and Barry university
for a land use amendment for the small-scale rezoning for the property
by Barry. Asked to exclude pending applications per the moratorium
ordinance that would take into effect.
Pubic comment
Janet Goodman 1174 NE 105th ST for reinstating the moratorium
Carol Respondek 1162 NE 105th ST for reinstating the moratorium
Maria McGuiness 1250 NE 101st ST for reinstating the moratorium
Mayor George Burch 1440 NE 101th ST. for reinstating the moratorium
Ms. Brady asked about what the practical effect of the moratorium, to
which Ms. Hasbun stated that staff cannot engage in discussion or
accept any applications related to redevelopment during
the changes of the comprehensive plan. Submitting plans after the
effect of the moratorium the application will be on hold. Mr. Brady asked
if any pending applications prior to the effect on this moratorium will it
be on hold? To which Ms. Woods stated yes. Mr. Finkelstein asked if
this moratorium would be for all application types for the next 6-months
to which Ms. Woods stated only the items tailored to this moratorium,
which is rezoning and future land use amendments.
Motion to approve the moratorium by Mr. O’Hara seconded by Mr.
Brady. 5-0.
ACTION ITEM(S): PUBLIC HEARING(S) - BOARD MEMBER DISCLOSURES
SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES BY VILLAGE ATTORNEY:
“Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the testimony you are about to give will be the truth, the whole truth, and
nothing but the truth.”
5.NEW ITEMS
5A.. RSP-23-32
Owner: Matthew S Parker
Applicant: Matthew S Parker
Agent: David Vanhoeven- Total Construction of Florida
Address: 9338 NW 2nd PL
Request: For an Addition
RSP-23-32.pdf
RSP-23-32-9338 NW 2nd PL -Application.pdf
RSP-23-32-9338 NW 2nd PL -Plans.pdf
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David Vanhoeven (architect spoke at the podium)
Mr. Busta asked about the addition already being built and asked was
this property on foreclosure or was it just recently purchased, to which
Ms. Hasbun stated that she is not aware of the current ownership
status of the property in question just what was stated on the site plan
review application.
Mr. Finkelstein asked we’re there permits applied to said additions to
which the architect stated yes.
Mr. O'Hara asked about the new information seen during the site visit to
the property that wasn’t added to their packages. To which the architect
stated that the change of roof was done most recently. Mr. O'Hara
asked about the south side plants that we're removed and we’re not
coordinated to what was presented in the plans, is there a plan to
replant them? To which the architect stated yes. Mr. O'Hara asked
about sheet SP-1.0 whether the utility room hatched shown as being
removed, to which the architect stated that the room will stay and it
shouldn’t be shown as removed on the plans.
about sheet A-3.1, on the proposed south and north elevation as to why
is the current materiality different than what was presented to the staff?
The architect stated that the roof was changed to metal instead of
concrete flat tile and it passed inspection so that will be corrected on
the plans.
Mr. Busta asked about the side door, is this going to be closed? To
which the architect stated yes. Mr. Bolton asked
why the project was postponed and restarted, and the architect stated
that there have been issues with delays in the project from prior
concerns with the change of engineer.
Motion to approve with conditions
Existing palmetto bushes on the south side of the property
on sheet SP-1.0 be replaced;
To show the correction on the utility room on the north side
rear is not being removed and be shown as existing;
Provide new sheets for A-3.1 reflecting that the tile roof is
not concrete tile and that it is metal and that staff update
that adjustment on page two on the staff report;
By Mr. O'Hara seconded by Mr. Finkelstein. 5-0.
5B.. RSP-23-34
Owner: Yolepsis Carpio
Applicant: Yolepsis Carpio
Agent: Michael Rodriguez
Address: 333 NE 103rd ST
Request: For two additions
RSP-23-34.pdf
RSP-23-34-333 NE 103RD ST -Application.pdf
RSP-23-34-333 NE 103RD ST -Plans.pdf
Michael Rodriguez (Agent spoke at the podium)
Mr. Busta asked to notarize the two-guest speaking at the podium. Mr.
O'Hara asked about the neighbor providing comments regarding this
application. Reading into the record, the neighbor wrote to the board
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members that they oppose the project because it will affect the lighting,
vegetation, and the current plans show they affect their recreational
space by the pool. They stated that they would like to see accurate
renderings of the plans. Also, see complete elevation plans to
understand how this will affect the neighbor was Sergio Sigala &
Lisa Whaley Sigola 311 NE 103rd ST. the name of the neighbor
who sent a letter opposing the proposal.
Ms. O'Hara asked about the survey, during the site visit it shows to be
incorrect and the wall on the property is 3 feet instead of 5 feet. There
is a couple of inaccuracies on the site plan. Sheet A-3. the rear
elevation is not accurate and there are some windows missing and on
the other page there are two windows and it's not reflected on the
plans. The agent stated that per current construction that it wasn't
reflected at the time of construction drawings. Mr. O'Hara asked about
the blank wall that will affect the view for the neighbors. Mr. O'Hara
asked about all the glass being used in the rear, and that the glass is
facing the pool and avoiding the sense of privacy. Mr. O'Hara asked
why they decided not to match the current 11.6 feet setback which
as it’s shown makes it closer to the neighbor's side. Include elevations
on east and the west, by Mr. Bolton.
Kim Whittaker 330 NE 104th ST
Mr. Whittaker stated he has a 23-year-old daughter that spends most of
her time outdoors in the backyard pool with girlfriends, and does not
feel comfortable with the height of the addition imposing on their privacy
and feeling like a fish bowl. Also, there we’re never consulted about the
construction of this addition and are afraid of Airbnb rental business
taking place while his daughter is outside exposed to those elements.
Motion to table by Mr. O'Hara, to allow applicant to provide
missing information, elevations, suggest speaking to neighbors,
Seconded by Mr. Brady 5-0.
5C.. RSP-23-35
Owner: Yael Bloom & Liron Beltzer
Applicant: Yael Bloom & Liron Beltzer
Agent: Eusebio Mora
Address: 1201 NE 100th ST
Request: For an addition and front facade modification
RSP-23-35.pdf
RSP-23-35-1201 NE 100 ST -Application.pdf
RSP-23-35-1201 NE 100 ST -Plans.pdf
Mr. Eusebio Mora (Architect spoke at the podium)
Mr. Brady asked was this application already presented to the board in
the past and stating that it was already approved. Ms. Hasbun stated
that this application does not have an active permit on file, and already
past the deadline for the extension. The architect explained that during
the pandemic, the project was halted due to economic reasons, and the
project was downsized since then. Mr. O'Hara asked about sheet A-1
about the placement of the 6in berm, applicant replied that per the
regulation of the septic system was kept on that side in order to keep
rainwater runoff within, the low berm helps to keep water within, the
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architect explained. Mr. O'Hara asked if any vegetation will be added
around the berm area, to which the architect stated that the fence will
block it in the inside. Mr. O'Hara asked if there is a way to screen the
a/c condensers. The architect stated yes.
Mr. Bolton asked about the fence and asked why the front is being
moved to the west, to which the architect stated that the layout of the
kitchen is a bit ambiguous and to make it more accommodating for the
family and have better circulation within the interior. Mr. Brady asked
about the style of the facade on 100th street on the south side of the
house, to which the architect stated that it is conceptual architecture.
Mr. Brady stated that it looks a little bit different.
Motion to approve with condition to cover the a/c condensers by
Mr. Bolton, seconded by Mr. O'Hara. 5-0.
5D.. RSP-23-36
Owner: Leonardo & Jessica Ramirez
Applicant: Leonardo & Jessica Ramirez
Agent: Valeria Lorenzo
Address: 25 NW 91st ST.
Request: For an Addition
RSP-23-36.pdf
RSP-23-36-25 NW 91 ST -Application.pdf
RSP-23-36-25 NW 91 ST -Plans.pdf
Jessica Ramirez (Owner spoke at the podium)
Ms. Ramirez is needing additional space to accommodate for her family
member who soon will be living there. Ms. Ramirez stated that she is
planning to keep the same style and respect the neighborhood. Mr.
Finkelstein added that he likes the house and Mr. Busta stated he
appreciates the up keeping the home.
Motion to approve by Mr. O' Hara seconded by Mr. Finkelstein 5-0.
6.PUBLIC COMMENTS - 2-Minute Time Limit
7.BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
Mr. Brady asked about the update on the comprehensive plan. Ms. Hasbun stated that only one
element was sent to the state and a proposal. Mr. Brady asked about the comments made back
to staff. Ms. Hasbun stated the response was to only one element and spoke about the binder
given to the board members which have the current comprehensive plan with an ordinance of
the future land use element, future land use map, the amendments sent to the DEO and the
presentations done in the 2022 for that particular element, the comments from the state and the
presentations during the year. There are still additional nine elements to go through. Today the
city clerk gave a notice to the June 1st, about the public meeting in regards to the future land use
element. Also, the joint workshop meeting will be with all planning and zoning board members
and council, being held in June 8th, 2023.
Mr. Bolton asked about the cycle date of the EAR (Evaluation Appraisal Review). Ms. Hasbun
stated that we have one year to complete those amendments. The EAR process is every seven
years. Mr. O'Hara asked about the development orders, should say “fail to obtain building
permit within 18 months from the time…” Mr. O'Hara asked that the verbiage should be changed
so projects aren’t sitting around. Ms. Hasbun stated that the new changes from the county have
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taken longer for an application to be reviewed by the external agencies such as DERM, HRS,
etc. Also, concerns for timing within the construction phases.
Ms. Hasbun stated that the development order ordinance would need to be amended in order to
change the verbiage.
8.NEXT REGULAR BOARD HEARING- JUNE 22, 2023
9.ADJOURNMENT- Motion to Finkelstein seconded by Mr. Brady 5-0. adjourn by Mr. 8:02pm
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