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03-26-1987 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING MARCH 26, 1987 The Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board meeting was held on March 26, 1987, at Miami Shores Village Hall. Chairman Stobs 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 L. Duffy Also present: Frank LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES - February 26, 1987 The minutes of the meeting of February 26, 1987•were approved, as written, by a motion made by Mr. Rossi, seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and passed unanimously. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR RESIDENCE HALL, CLASSROOM ADDITION, AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX BARRY UNIVERSITY 11300 N. E. 2nd AVE. Members reviewed the in depth drawings the University is seeking approval for at this time. Mr. Stobs suggested they begin discussion on the dormitory first, and Jose Rodriguez, Architect will answer questions the Members might have. Color... Mr. Rodriguez showed the Board tile sample and stated color will be constant on all three buildings. Lighting... Light standard height will be 20'. Mr. Stobs suggested metal shield reflectors, which were accepted. Parking... Mr. Rodriguez also stated 29 additional parking spaces will be north of Wiegand Hall to accomodate any parking problem. Landscaping... Mr. Rodriguez noted that he had met with Tom Benton, of Miami Shores Public Works Dept. and was advised that Miami Shores Village has no immediate landscaping plans fo;.N. E. 111th St.. Much discussion continued concerning the planting of mahogany trees as opposed to pongam as proposed. Mr. Rodriguez suggested that tree planting on 111th St. be reserved for later options, and landscaping be done on inside of property in front of the dormitory. Much discussion continued concerning landscaping. The scarcity of mahogany trees tall enough was mentioned. There were no questions regarding the Classroom Addition. There was some discussion concerning fencing around the tennis courts, and the drainage. Future bleacher area seemed OK. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -2- 3/26/87 It was suggested that lighting shields and landscaping details be finalized with Tim Czerniec upon his return from conference. Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the plans as submitted, seconded by Mr.Rossi, and passed unanimously. Mr. Stobs requested that Mr. Czerniec call him tomorrow. 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EXTERIOR PAINT COLOR ELSTON BRADSHAW 432 N. W. 111th TERR. Members reviewed paint color sample for Bradshaw residence. Mr. LuBien recommended that with a bit of toning down, the color is harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood. Members concurred that the gold tone would appear considerably darker when applied two coats over the whole house. They would like to see a bit more white in the color. Tom Laubenthal made a motion to approve for permit, provided the sample color is made a little lighter with a bit of white. Mr. Rossi seconded, and the motion carried by unanimous vote. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAT. OF NEW SIGN DESIGN EMILIANO CASTELEIRO 8849 BISCAYNE BLVD. A rendering of lettering for an existing pole sign was reviewed by Members. Mr. Casteleiro explained that the pole sign originally advertised the Viking Motel, but was given permission to use the pole and change the lettering and utilize the sign to advertise his Fish Market. The back- ground will be white, lettering blue and the fish a salmon pink in color. Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the request for change of copy, as submitted, seconded by Mr. McClure, and passed unanimously. 5. Members received a copy of a Memo to Mr. Stobs from Mr. Forney, Village Manager. The Memo states that the Council requests the Planning & Zoning Board take a look at the possibility of rezoning N. E. 2nd Avenue on both north and south end of the business district to some type of commercial district, office zoning requiring residential facades. There was much discussion concerning this matter. Mr. Stobs noted that there have been no applications, or requests come in. There does not appear to -be a demand for more building. Parking would be a problem, since there is not the advantage of X zone. The problems are many, when there is a change of zoning. Mr. McClure stated he thinks of SR84 with all its' signs and front yard parking lots. He feels there should be some control. • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -3- 3/26/87 It was the consensus of the Members that now that Downtown Revitalization has the Main Street Grant; the Professional Advisors look into the matter, and make recommendations. Mr. Stobs indicated that he will address a letter to Mr. the feelings of the Planning & Zoning Board. There being no further business to come before the Board, the at 8:30 P.M. 45*(/ Se etary Forney expressing meeting adjourned