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2024-05-23 PZB Minutes 1 Mayor George Burch Vice Mayor Jesse Valinsky Councilmember Neil Cantor Councilmember Jerome Charles Councilmember Sandra Harris Esmond Scott, Village Manager Chanae Wood, Village Attorney Ysabely Rodriguez, Village Clerk PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING MINUTES May 23rd, 2024 6:30pm Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER- By Chair Bolton at 6:30pm 2. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Mr. Bolton Mr. Brady Mr. O’Hara Mr. Spirk Absent: Mr. Nappier III Also, Present: Chanae Wood- Village Attorney Judith Frankel- Planning and Zoning Director Alizgreeth Tezen- Planning and Zoning Technician 3. ORDER OF BUSINESS - (Additions, Deletions, and Deferrals) Mr. Scott Village Manager presented to the planning and zoning board the new interim consultant group who will be taking over the planning and zoning department, as Ms. Judith Frankel resigned. Mr. Joseph Corradino president of Corradino Group came to the podium and gave a brief presentation on the company’s background as well as the approach on items that are pending in the Village. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS - 2-Minute Time Limit (Non-Item Specific) Chair Ms. Patricia Bonaduce- stated that she is here to provide education and deny any speculations that were brought up at the last Tuesday’s, meeting at the Village Council. 5. MINUTES 5.A. Approval of the Minutes for April 25th, 2024 2 PZ MINUTES 04-25-2024.pdf Move to approve minutes with corrections to page 3. Item 7a. “Mr. Brady denied the item and Mr. O’Hara Seconded it, stating the motion had to be switched from what was previously recorded.” by Mr. Brady, Seconded by Mr. O’Hara. 4-0. Quasi-Judicial in nature. If you wish to comment upon these items, please indicate the item number you would like to address when the announcement regarding the quasi-judicial item is made. An opportunity for persons to speak on each item will be made available after the applicant and staff have made their presentations on each item. SWEARING IN - All testimony, including public testimony and evidence, will be made under oath or affirmation. In accordance with Section 2-100 of the Village Code, any Lobbyists must register before addressing the Board on any of the following items. Board members must disclose any ex-parte communications concerning any items on the agenda, pursuant to Section 2-86 of the Village Code. (Board Members Disclosures, if applicable). The Board Clerk will swear in any person(s) who wishes to testify on any Quasi-Judicial item. 7. TABLED ITEM(S) 7.A. RSP-24-1 Owner: Bruno Luis Payrol Garcia Applicant: N/A Agent: Ernesto Hechavarria Address: 34 NW 97th ST. The applicant is requesting approval for the following items: 1. New construction of a two-story single-family home totaling 5,210 square feet; 62,520 cubic feet 2. Exterior modifications including driveway, landscape, pool & pool deck. RSP-24-1-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-1-Application.pdf RSP-24-1-Plans.pdf Motion to untable item by Mr. Brady, seconded by Mr. O’Hara. 4-0. Ms. Frankel spoke about the project and provided a background of the proposed project package and included a note about the sec.532 in the code. Mr. Echavarria, (agent spoke at the podium) Provided a brief information of the previous proposed project and ensured to revise the character and look with additional landscaping elements. Mr. Spirk asked about pushing back the front by 3 feet and 6 inches. Mr. Echavarria, stated that it was to bring visual balance and openness to the façade. Mr. Spirk stated that the variation of roof lines would be helpful for the neighboring houses and asked the applicant to correct some inconsistencies on page A-1.1 of the berm to reduce rainwater runoff. Ms. Frankel stated that it can be included on the applicant’s conditions. Motion to approve by Mr. Brady with conditions identified, 3 seconded by Mr.O'Hara. 3-1. (Denied by Mr. Spirk). 7.B. RSP-24-20 Owner: Sean Saladino, Karla Duran Applicant: N/A Agents: Sean Saladino Address: 468 NE 100 ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. Modifying the existing building façade by enclosing approximately 118 square foot of the front porch and creating a new entry vestibule. The total renovation square footage is 4,100 RSP-24-20-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-20-Application.pdf RSP-24-20-Plans.pdf Move to untable by Mr. Brady, seconded by Mr. Spirk 4-0. Ms. Frankel spoke about the background of the application that was presented in April 25th, 2024 however the applicant was not present and had to be tabled. Ms. Frankel also talked about the request on the façade modification as well as other items that are being done to the home. The applicant must state the correct versus proposed setback dimensions on the zoning analysis table, and dimensions have to be provided for the layout of the front yard walkway shown on the render. Mr. Brady asked about the inconsistencies of the square footage being proposed as they show not to add up properly? Ms. Frankel stated that the code does not provide a particular standard to ensure the way in which the applicant should provide the correct measurements. A lot of the applicants are not including the garage because it is not under a/c space. Mr. Saladino spoke at the podium and provided information on the expansion of the living room and not increasing the height. Mr. Saladino stated that there will be a new roof material and maintain it clean. Mr. Spirk liked the preservation of the home. Move to approve subject to staff conditions by Mr. O'Hara, seconded by Mr. Spirk. 4-0. 8. NEW ITEM(S) 8.A. RSP-24-7/8 Owner: Grace 95, LLC (Jacob Kassel) Applicant: N/A Agents: Ana Torres Address: 415 NE 95 St Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1.Construction of a new single-family house totaling 3,777 square feet; 49,368 cubic feet. 2.Exterior modifications including driveway, detached garage, pool, pool deck, and fence. 4 RSP-24-7-8-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-7-8-Application.pdf RSP-24-7-8-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel gave a background on the property as it was previously rezoned from community facilities to residential and that there are a couple issues with the under A/C square footage and to add as a condition and provide a covenant to restrict the home to single-family. Mr. Spirk stated that there are some trees not identified on the plans and per google earth he noted that there appeared to be more trees. Mr. Spirk also stated that the requirement of the chapter 18A shows that it needs to be added as a condition. The idea is to maintain the specimen oak tree and mitigate with future applicants to provide a site survey with a tree disposition chart. Mr. Ralph Tait (Architect spoke at the podium) and provided information of the home and ensure that it is maintaining the oak tree. Mr. O'Hara stated that the front looks massive. Mr. Spirk asked about the A/C units to be moved to another location that is not on the roof top because of the noise. Move to approve with conditions and screening to the A/C condenser, Tree survey, and preservation of the oak tree and an arborist report by Mr.Brady, Seconded by Mr. Sprik. 4-0. 8.B. RSP-24-19 Owner: Carlos Felipe Lemos, Nicole Brofman Applicant: Carlos Felipe Lemos, Nicole Brofman Agents: Mildred Majoros Address: 601 Grand Concourse Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1.New 5,474 total square feet addition(s) to existing house 2.Conversion of existing 1-car garage in the rear yard and construction of a new 2-car garage. RSP-24-19-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-19-Application.pdf RSP-24-19-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel stated the background information on the home and included in changes to the garage and include a bath and cabana. Chair Mr. Bolton asked why is there a request for a covenant? Ms.Frankel stated its due to the garage having a cabana and bathroom space. Ms. Majoros (Agent Spoke at the podium) The intent of the project is to maintain the existing home as much as possible with matching the existing historic home design. The idea is to respect the feature of the home and style of the windows and mimic the Mediterranean style. 5 Mr. Bolton asked about the number of bedrooms and baths. Ms. Majoros stated the new will include 4 bed and 4 bath. Public Comment: Chair Ms. Patrizia Bonaduce- Stated that they provided that the house is a special house and provided a copy of the florida master site file of the house. Mr. Spirk has issues with the dates not matching and with changing the style of the home being Mediterranean no Mediterranean deco. Mr. Spirk also felt than an architect and not an engineer should’ve been on the plans to adequately show the proposal. Ms.Frankel stated that the date shown on property appraiser is when the item was presented in the tax roles and the date of the master site file could be the date when the builder submitted permit plans. Chair Mr. Bolton asked what is the proposed roof? Ms. Majoros stated the new roof will be charcoal slate tile. Mr. O’Hara stated that he finds issue with taking away the balcony and seems to be a signature element of the design of the home. Ms. Majoros stated that there were issues with the location on the balcony and conflicts with the needs of the owner. Motion to table by Mr.O'Hara, seconded by Mr. Spirk. 4-0. 8.C. RSP-24-26 Owner: Ariel Exposito & Arianna Rivero Applicant: N/A Agents: Victor Bruce Address: 280 NE 95th ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. 342 sq. ft. additions on the east side pf the property, but visible from the public street. 2. 194 sq. ft. detached accessory structure in the rear yard, southwest side of the property. 3. Aluminum pergola attached to the accessory structure of 198 SF. RSP-24-26-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-26-Application.pdf RSP-24-26-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel spoke about the background of the application and requested the applicant as a condition to provide a drainage plan and septic and drainage field location at the time of permitting. Also, elevation dimension corrections from the grade to the ridge of the home. Mr. Spirk stated the same sentiments as the previous applicant who did not provide a tree survey to include it and hold every application to the same standard. Ms. Frankel stated that because this is an addition and not a new single family home it would be best to put an additional burden on the home owner to require such especially if the whole idea is to incentivize applicants to preserve the house. 6 Mr. Bruce stated that DERM trees catches the removal or addition of trees if needed and ensure to include it during the building permitting process. Move to approve with conditions identified by Mr. Brady, Seconded by Mr. Spirk. 4-0. 8.D. RSP-24-27 Owner: Paula Vitale Applicant: Jose Ramos Agents: Jose Ramos Address: 102 NW 109 ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. 671 sq. ft. detached accessory structure in the rear yard, east side of the property. RSP-24-27-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-27-Application.pdf RSP-24-27-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel stated that the property is providing a 2-story accessory structure and asked the applicant to update the site plan and should update the location of the garbage niche. Mr. O'Hara stated that the description in the agenda is incorrect and the addition on the staff report is correct. Jose Ramos (agent spoke at the podium) Provided information on the intent of the project and ensured that the niche will comply with the requirements. Chair Mr. Bolton asked about the access to the cabana in the enclosed Side. Mr. Spirk asked about the location of the A/C unit, also to include a covenant to the application. Motion approve to corrections on the garage door, picture window, and single-family home covenant restriction by Mr. O’Hara, Seconded by Mr. Brady. 4-0. 8.E. RSP-24-28 Owner: Jose Alvarado Baquero & Fabiana C Arvelo Parejo Applicant: N/A Agents: Nandez Design Studio (Edgar Peraza/Alazne Urizar) Address: 1077 NE 98th ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. 562 sq. ft. addition on the east side of the property and visible from the public right-of-way. RSP-24-28-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-28-Application.pdf RSP-24-28-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel gave a background of the home and included information of the home addition intent. Mr. Peraza, spoke at the podium and gave information about the 7 project and want to increase the bedroom space to accommodate the family expansion. Mr. O’Hara was pleased on how the applicant brought a neighborhood study. Mr. O'Hara move to approve by staff conditions seconded by Mr. Brady, 4-0. 8.F. RSP-24-29 Owner: David Tayar Applicant: N/A Agents: Alfredo Leon –Abitar Design Group LLC Address: 375 NE 99th ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. Garage conversion with small addition totaling to 540 sq. ft. under A/C, and façade modification. 2. Exterior modifications to the site. RSP-24-29-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-29-Application.pdf RSP-24-29-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel provided a background of the application There is a small addition however it affects the front façade. The roof is being maintained the same and raising the level of the roof and include clear setback dimensions to 25 instead of 20 per what is show on the site data table. Mr. Alfredo Leon- (Agent spoke at the podium) There is a soft sheer design of wood louvers being introduce to add softness. Mr. Spirk asked about sheet A-103 with respect to the roof material. Mr. Leon stated that it will be built-up roof membrane type of roofing. Mr. O’Hara stated the design is tasteful with the neighborhood. Move to approve subject to staff conditions by Mr. O’Hara, Seconded by Mr. Brady. 4-0. 8.G. RSP-24-30 Owner: Priesh and Seettal Patel Applicant: N/A Agents: Paula A. Correa Spirk Address: 1352 NE 104th ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. 1,143.4 sq. ft. addition on the 2nd floor; 152.9 1st floor addition and façade modifications. 48,490 cubic feet. 2. Exterior modifications including landscaping, driveway, front walkway and rear patio/deck. RSP-24-30-Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-30-Application.pdf RSP-24-30-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel gave a background of the code and items that need to be changed at the time of the permitting. Roof plan A-1.2, the code allows for a 36 inch encroachment however it has a legal non-conforming and 8 provide a 10 feet setback to measure from the property line. Ms. Frankel also, stated that the 15% or 300 square foot for flat roof allowance is not clear if the applicant is in compliance and would have to provide the clarification at the time of permitting. Ms. Paula Spirk (Agent and Wife of Mr. Brandon Spirk –P&Z Board member who recused himself before this item was called) stated that there is a plan and project to maintain the 50%. The idea is to maintain the same and not raise the floor level. Ms. Spirk stated that the idea is to open to the street with the use of the ranch style at the balcony and create a tropical modern design with long eaves and natural materials. The emphasis on the relationship and it is in harmony with the neighborhood character. Move to approve with condition by staff by Mr. O'Hara, seconded by Mr. Brady. 3-0. 8.H. RSP-24-31 Owner: Liang Liu & Lanphie Chi Wen Ping Applicant: N/A Agents: Victor Bruce Address: 1097 NE 98th ST. Request: The applicant is requesting approval for the following: 1. 979 sq. ft. additions on the east property; and a garage conversion. RSP-24-31 -Staff Report.pdf RSP-24-31-Application.pdf RSP-24-31-Plans.pdf Ms. Frankel provided a background of the application as well what was submitted in the previous planning and zoning board hearing and why the applicant is coming back again for another request. Mr. Bruce, stated that the project was approved, and the elevation certificate was wrong and needed to get revised as it exceeded the 50% substantial improvement value. The idea is to maintain one story and reduce the cost for the owner. Also, the addition of a two-story is being implemented as well as a garage conversion. Mr. Spirk asked about page A-7 if the envelope material shown of the front elevation will be modified? Mr. Bruce stated that the client wanted corrugated paneling to match the roof. Move to approve as by staff conditions by Mr. Brady seconded by Mr. Spirk. 4-0. 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS - 2-Minute Time Limit 10. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS Mr. Spirk asked to have cleaner and better drawings for future applications, and also asked for quality standards moving forward even though he is aware that it puts burden on staff. Mr. Spirk believes that with modern technology it will be easier to present a clean render to avoid having to ask repeated questions to applicants. Mr. O’Hara stated he is in agreeance. 9 Mr. Spirk asked about the single-family home zoning district update as well as the community residential district update. Mr. Scott spoke at the podium and provided an update on what is going on with the proposal for a zoning in progress which will put a halt from staff accepting new single-family home applications and additions that exceed 50% of the square footage. Staff will still be able to take a look at additions and garage conversion applications as well as other applications not related to the residential district. 11. NEXT REGULAR BOARD HEARING – June 27th, 2024 12. ADJOURNMENT- Move to adjourn by Mr.Brady, Seconded by Mr. Spirk 9:22pm. The Village Council may consider and act upon such other business as may come before it. In the event this agenda must be rev ised, such revised copies will be available to the public at the Vil lage Council meeting. 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