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03-27-1986 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING MARCH 27, 1986 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board, was held on March 27, 1986, at the Miami Shores Village Hall. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Stobs at 7:30 P.M., with the following members present: J. Robert Stobs, II, Chairman Patrick Duffy Thomas Laubenthal Larry T. McClure Robert J. Rossi. Also present: Frank J. LuBien 1. MINUTES The minutes of the Meeting of March 13, 1986 were approved as written, by a motion made by Mr. Laubenthal, seconded by Mr. McClure, and passed unanumously. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PARKING LOT SIGNS IRWIN PINES 9999 N. E. 2nd AVE. This request requires a variance to. Sec. 504(f)(2) of the Miami Shores Village Code of Ordinances. Members received, in their packets, a sketch of the sign requested, and a sketch of the survey, indicating where four signs, 12" X 14" each, would be, placed. There was no one at the meeting to fact that Mr. LuBien explained the ing the meeting, and being assured Mr. LuBien noted that, the parking use. He suggested alternatives to Brief discussion followed. Mr. Stobs indicated that restrictive (auto stops) bumpers could be identi- fied. This would be more appropriate, and not require a variance. Mr. Rossi moved to deny the request, since there are no grounds for a variance. Mr. Laubenthal seconded the motion, noting that there is no information which leads the Board to believe there are extenuating circum- stance. Motion carried unanimously. represent Irwin Pines, in, spite of the importance of a representative attend - someone would be present. space signs are requested for staff the signs, to no avail. 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF WINDOW SIGNS GEORGE FRIX 9713-15 N. E. 2nd AVE. This is a request for a window sign in excess of restriction, and requires a variance to Sec. 504(f)(1). Mr. Frix stated that the sign he is requesting is an information sign, not a real estate sign. He passed photographs for Members to review, of other signs around the Village. He particularly cited the sign recently approved on Biscayne Blvd., by Council, and stated he feels he is entitled to the same rights or privilege. • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -2- March 27, 1986 Mr. Stobs explained to Mr. Frix that a Public Hearing was held, as a result of the Council override., no one from the real estate community or resident appeared to express an opinion concerning the commercial real estate signs. None the less, Members are in the process of drafting an Ordinance regulating commercial real estate signs. No one has objection to a 3 sq ft.sign, with orientation and other factors to be discussed further at the next meeting. In reply to query, Mr. Frix stated that he is not interested in a 3 sq ft sign, which is too small and no benefit to him, he will not change his request. Also, he stated he has had two responses to the sign, and no response to the extensive advertising he had done. Much discussion continued. Members agreed they have no objection to a 3 sq ft sign. Planning & Zoning Board's position is to be consistent in upholding the Ordinance, as it is written. Mr. Laubenthal moved to deny the application as submitted, based on technical non-compliance, it is not 120 sq in. as the code is written, seconded by Mr. Rossi, and carried unanimously. Mr. Laubenthal commented that there is unusual similarity to the other case which Council approved, and perhaps they should take a look at the similarity, to determine if this should be discussed at their meeting. Mr. Frix was informed of his right to appeal to Council, by expressing his intent in writing, no later than tomorrow (3/28/86) noon. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR GARAGE ENCLOSURE JAMY DE FEX 1080 N. E. 104th ST. Members reviewed a survey sketch of the property, floor plan, and a sketch of garage enclosure. Mr. LuBien apprised the Board of his advise to Mrs. De Fex concerning the front elevation and detail of the enclosure, but never has received it. He asked the Board to make it clear that a drawing of the front elevation and interior detail is needed in order to make an educated decision. Mrs. DeFex, in response to questioning, noted that she wants to enclose the garage to provide additional needed space for sewing, storage room and utility room. She stated, the second door was added for convenience. She did not understand the meaning of a front elevation. Mr. McClure advised her to have the person who drew the sketch, call Mr. LuBien for the correct information. Mr. Rossi moved to table the request until a more complete set of drawings are presented,, seconded by Mr. Duffy, and carried unanimously. • 2. IRWIN PINES REQUEST FOR PARKING LOT SIGNS: Ms. Mary Lou people introduced herself as the representative for Mr. Pines. She statedAdo not look down and pay attention to writing on bumpers, and a severe parking problem exists. Mr. Stobs advised her that the case has already been heard, and explained her right to appeal to Council, in writing by tomorrow noon. Mr. Laubenthal explained, request was denied because there are other alternatives. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -3- 3/27/86 Mr. Stobs requested two items be(.placed on the agenda for the meeting of April 10, 1986, namely: Commercial Real Estate Signs, and Zoning changes for B-1 and B-2 zone. Brief discussion occured, concerning other items to be placed on that agenda. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M.. • 4A,/t1-;f3-4w-f/4-i/ieit/* •