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10-10-1985 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING October 10, 1985 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning and Zoning Board was held on October 10, 1985, at. the Miami Shores Village Hall. Mr. Stobs, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: J. Robert Stobs, II, Chairman Thomas Laubenthal Larry T. McClure Robert J. Rossi Absent: Patrick Duffy Also present: Frank J. LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the minutes of the meeting of September 26, 1985, as written, seconded by Mr. Rossi, and carried unanimously. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR GARAGE ENCLOSURE M. NEWBORN 102 N. E. 107th ST. Members reviewed plot plan, front elevation, and interior alterations for this garage enclosure. It was agreed that everything is in order as described in the Ordinance for garage enclosures. Mr. McClure commended Mr. Newborn for the thoroughness of the drawings submitted. Mr. Rossi moved to approve the plans for enclosure as submitted, seconded by Mr. McClure, and carried unanimously. 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN MARTIN E. O'BOYLE & CO 8787 BISCAYNE BLVD. In lieu of actual drawings, Mr. LuBien submitted photographs, and a preliminary Site Plan from Jiffy Lube, for members to review. The applicant requested that the concept (use and occupancy) be approved before proceeding with the complete presentation as pro- vided in Article VI. The closest type of use would be a gasoline station. Under that classification, nine parking spaces would be required. The pre- liminary site plan indicated seven spaces. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -2- 10/10/85 Mr. Frank J. Del Rocco, owner of Jiffy Lube of South Florida, in response to query from mehbers stated, the station employs five full time employees including management, no appointments are required, a strictly drive in and out fluid maintenance service. He further noted that they have never encountered a problem with stacking or impeding with the flow of traffic at any of the four other stations in South Florida. Mr. Bob Jenson, Attorney, representing Borman's Tropical Chevrolet read a letter objecting to the concept and requesting deferral until further research is undertaken. Much discussion followed concerning permitted use, septic tank requirements, and consideration of complete Site Plans, and other questions which might be raised. Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the use as being appropriate, and as it does qualify -as being adequately similar to gas station use ..and function, further that the final site plan be returned at a later date for approval by the Planning & Zoning Board. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rossi and carried unanimously. Mr. Del Rocco was advised that this request will go before Council at their meeting on Tuesday, October 15, 1985, 7:30 p.m. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF GARAGE ENCLOSURE AND CARPORT CONVERSION JOCELYNE CENECAL 101 N. W. 99th ST. The applicant requested to explain her plans to the Board rather than submit a set of blueprints and drawings. Members reviewed a copy of the plot plan, garage & carport floor plan and a copy of the south elevation. Discussion followed. Mr. Rossi advised Jocelyne Cenecal that a set of plans for the new construction is needed. He explained this is important, not only for her self, but for any new owner, and for the Board to. be able to make a knowledgeable decision regarding the request. Mr. Rossi suggested that she might wish to withdraw her applica- tion until plans are completed. Mrs. Cenecal agreed to withdraw the application at this time. Mr. Stobs advised :the applicant to be sure to contact Mr. LuBien regarding what is needed before resubmitting the request. 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Mr. Stobs statedthe Board is very unhappy with the lack of, or shabby landscaping at Barry University. Landscaping has not been completed according to plans or verbal assurance from Mr. Czerniac. • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -3- 10/10/85 Mr. Stobs further noted that he does not want Barry to return to the Board with a request, and the Board be in a position of having an ax to grind, he wants it cleared up now. Barry University has not made enough effort to buffer the new dormi- tory buildings from the surrounding residences. Members in further discussion concurred that the University should take further steps to improve of complete the landscaping. Mr. LuBien was requested to extend an invitation to Mr. Czerniec to appear before the Planning and Zoning Board to explain the University's intentions in this matter. b. In other discussion Mr. Stobs and Mr. Rossi agreed that there have been numerous complaints concerning the fence at the C. L. Crumpton residence at 375 Grand Concourse. Members wondered what his intentions are regarding erection of the serpentine wall as approved_by the Planning & Zoning Board. c. It was further suggested that Mr. Crumpton be requested to address the Board concerning completion of construction. In other business Mr. Stobs indicated that he is interested in the existing zoning usage on Biscayne Blvd. from Archdiocese of Miami (N. E. 94th ST.) south to 88th St. or the Miami Shores Village line. He indicated that he wants to know what the sewerage requirements for new development hasbeen for the last two years and what it is today. Much discussion continued. Mr. Stobs requested that Mr. LuBien obtain information concerning a formula or guidelines with regards to sewerage requirements as they relate to pollution control in new development. He further suggested that a letter be written or phone call made to the proper person at DERM, and HRS to obtain this information. The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Approve •ti '�