04-25-1985 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
April 25, 1985
A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning
Board was held on April 25, 1985, at the Miami Shores Village Hal
excused absence of Mr. J. Robert Stobs, II, Chairman, and Robert J
the meeting was called to order by Patrick L. Duffy, at 7:30 p.m..
following members were present:
Patrick L. Duffy
Thomas Laubenthal
J. Leslie Wiesen
Absent: J. Robert Stobs, II
Robert J. Rossi
Also presrnt: Frank J. LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning
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1. MINUTES
Mr. Wiesen moved that the minutes of the meeting of April 11, 1985
be approved as written, seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and passed
unanimously.
2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR GARAGE ENCLOSURE
E.S. CUPP
9313 N. W. 2nd COURT
Members reviewed the West elevation view and photographs. The plot
and roof plan and floor p lanrwere reviewed at the last meeting.
Mr. Cupp explained that, his new plan calls for removal of .the door
at the enclosure, and fill in the space with opaque glass blocks and
tinted windows.
Members concurred this is more appropriate.
Mr. Wiesen moved to approve the request for the garage enclosure,
seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and carried unanimously.
Mr. LuBien advised Mr. Cupp, that he should now apply for a permit.
3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OFIPLANS FOR FLAT ROOF ADDITION
CALEB DAVIS
155 N. W. 91st ST.
Mr. LuBien explained that the present building is 2211 sq ft under
the existing pitched roof area. The proposed pitched roof area is
375 sq ft, and the proposed flat roof area 228 sq ft. This is below
the allowable 388 sq ft for flat roof.
Members reviewed the elevated drawings and site plan.
Mr. Ismal Rodriguez, Mat Additions, contractor representing Caleb
Davis, stated, this will be a family or Florida room, and there is
no plumbing. He presented a floor plan for Members to review.
Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the request as submitted, seconded
by Mr. Wiesen, and carried unanimously.
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -2- APRIL 25, 1985
4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EXCESSIVE FENCE
FRANK SCHAFER
1399 N. E. 104th St.
Mr. Schafer stated, he is requesting a variance to Sec. 518 (a),
to construct a 6' wood fence. Mr. Schafer did not present a site
plan, but stated the fence would be behind the front house line.
He noted that he is making the request on the basis, he is out of
town a great deal, he has two pit bulls, and wants to avoid anyone
putting their hands in to touch the dogs. Mr. Schafer further
noted that he is unable to obtain insurance for less than a 6'
fence.
In reply to query from Mr. Duffy, Mr. Schafer stated he does have
a canal in the rear of his house, and, yes a person would have to
come onto private property to be near the fence.
Discussion Continued.
Mr. Laubenthal advised Mr. Schafer, the Code states a fence can only
be 5' high, and in order to quality for the variance, he must comply
on all counts of the four requirements. Mr. Laubenthal further ad-
vi6ed Mr. Schafer that there are no grounds here on which to grant
the variance.
A motion by Mr. Laubenthal, to deny the request as submitted,
seconded by Mr. Wiesen, carried unanimously.
Mr. LuBien advised Mr. Schafer he does have the right to appeal to
Council and his written request must be in by next Tuesday (4/30)
to be on the Council Agenda of May 7.
5. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF 6' HEDGE
JUAN ALDRICH
9701 N. E. 13th AVE.
Due to an emergency meeting, Dr. Aldrich withdrew his request to be
on the agenda, and will reschedule at a later date.
6. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF 6' WOOD FENCE
THOMAS D. PORTER
186 N. E. 106th St.
Mr. Porter stated, he is requesting the variance because his dog
can jump a 5' fence and he wants to protect the dog and refuses to
tie him up.
Mr. Steven DeLuca, Attorney for Mr. Porter advised Members he does
not have a site plan, and in view of the Code requirements he would
like to withdraw the application until the meeting of May 23, at
which time he will have a site plan and photographs, and be better
prepared to present the request. The request for continuance was
granted.
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PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -3- April 25, 1985
Rudolph E. Conoley, Jr., of 68 N. W. 92 St.. Though Mr, Conoley
is not on the agenda, he wished to address the parking problem
at Barry University. Mr. Conoley noted that the places where
people used to park are taken by by buildings. He has observed
that students attending the Business School are parking accross
the street, which has now become an unpaved parking lot. There
is no light, people jump out of cars, run accross the street,
creating a hazard ous, and unsightly condition. He further noted
that as the enrollment increases, it seems the problem will increase.
All off street parking laws that apply to residents should Also
apply to Barry University.
Mr. Laubenthal advised Mr. Conoley that paved parking at the
University is ahead of their: requirement. The Planning & Zoning
Board is aware of the problem of parking on the West side of Miami
Ave. and feels that the problem is not insufficient parking, but
improper management of parking. Nevertheless the Board is on top
of the situation, and will continue to monitor the situation.
Following discussion Members agreed it is a hazard and unsightly.
Mr. LuBien advised that it is a police matter and not a Code
Enforcement Board problem.
Paul Buchele, 99 N. E. 103rd St., advised the Board of a complaint
which he feels is a violation of the Code.
Following discussion he was advised the complaint should be directed
through channels to the Code Enforcement Board.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Approved
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Patrick L. Duffy, Acti C 'rman