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08-08-1985 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING AUGUST 8, 1985 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board was held on August 8, 1985, at the Miami Shores Village Hall. Mr. Stobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: J. Robert Stobs, II, Chairman Patrick Duffy Thomas Laubenthal Robert J. Rossi J. Leslie Wiesen Absent: None Also present: Frank J. LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES Mr. Wiesen moved to approve, as written, the minutes of the July 25, 1985 meeting, seconded by Mr. Duffy and passed unanimously. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR REVISIONS BARRY UNIVERSITY 11300 N. E. 2nd Ave. Mr. LuBien outlined the facts behind the request as deviations from the original approved plans and clarification of site improvements prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy. He stated the changes are minor; however, require approval from the Board. Mr. Jose Rodriguez, Architect with Fraga and Feito, noted the eliminated wall screens, are an aesthetic device only and were eliminated because of budget restrictions. The building, land- scaping, and area for students to congregate remains in tack, as planned. Mr. Stobs noting that he had not participated in the approval of plans originally (due to a possible conflict of interest, since he was bidding on the job), understands the noise impact,concerns of neighbors to the south, and the completion of proposed land- scaping is important. In response, Mr. Rodriguez and Mr. Czerniak assured Members that, presently there is conflict with .the General Contractor with re- gard to theitrees, however, the 10-12 ft trees included in the landscaping will conform with the specs. The motion to approve the requested revisions was made by Mr. Wiesen, seconded by Mr. Duffy and passed unanimously. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -2- 8/8/85 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR ADDITIONS HORACIO AGUIRRE 9824 N. E. 5th AVE. RD. Mr. LuBien noted, this addition is presented to the Board for approval for harmony. Also he noted the roof structure might be referred to as a 50/50, that is 50Z pitched roof and 50% flat. The full addition is at the rear of the house and not visible from the street. A flat roof should tbeonly..15% of a pitched roof area. Mr. Stobs noted the character of the house is a pitched roof structure. Mr. Shelby Dagen, resident and son-in-law of Mr. Aguirre stated the architect made every effort to match the existing house as closely as possible, so as to avoid any appearance of an add on. The results seem very pleasing. Members agreed with Mr. Stobs,.the purpose of Miami Shores Village Codes and Ordinances, and the importance of an Architect to check these regulations and requirements before executing the:,plans. Alternatives are possible to achieve harmony and abide by the 15% flat roof regulation. Mr. Dagen stated he is concerned with the delay, by returning to the architect and would prefer to have the Board act on his request. Following further discussion, Mr. Laubenthal moved the request, as submitted, be denied on the basis, :the house is basically a pitched roof structure, seconded by Mr. Rossi and carried unanimously. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR ADDITION VILLAGE LODGE #315 9855 N. E. 2nd AVE. Mr. LuBien advised, this case has been cancelled, at this time, so as to allow the Downtown Revitalization Board to first review the request. Much Discussion occurred, Mr. Stobs suggested that requests not be placed on the agenda prior to readiness for the Planning & Zoning Board to review. 5. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR OPEN FABRIC COVERED STRUCTURE BORMAN CHEVROLET 8730 BISCAYNE BLVD. Mr. LuBien noted, the review of this site plan is required as a variance to the Schedule of Regulations and Article VI is re- quested. Further he noted, the code addresses this type cover- ing in residential zone, but does not mention commercial zone. • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -3- 8/8/85 Morris Pierce, Controller for Borman's Chevrolet stated, the space is proposed to be used as a final auto preparation center and open fabric covered structure is requested to protect employees from sun and rain. The main consideration for this type structure is monetary. Members agreed the structure - unsightly, noting that the structure could ultimately be used for mechanical purposes. and if the structure is for protection of employees it should be a more permanent type, further that, it in no way complies with our ordinance. Mr. Rossi moved to deny the request, seconded by Mr. Duffy and carried unanimously. Mr.Pierce was apprised of Borman Chevrolet's right to appeal to Council. 6. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR CARPORT ENCLOSURE BEN DORSON 10634 N. E. llth AVE. Mr. LuBien noted that, technically there is no problem with this request, it comes before the Board for approval as all carport - garage enclosures are to be approved by Planning & Zoning Board Members. Members reviewed site plan and plans for the enclosure. Mr. Dorson advised Members thet the screen enclosure and shed will be removed. Following brief discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Rossi to approve the carport enclosure as submitted, with the addition of off street parking, seconded by Mr. Wiesen and carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m..