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09-09-1987 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING September 9, 1987 The Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board Meeting was held on September 9, 1987, at the Miami Shores Village Community Center. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Stobs, at 7:45 P,M,, with the following members present: J. Robert Stobs, II, Chairman Patrick Duffy Larry T. McClure Robert J, Rossi Absent: Thomas Laubenthal Also present: Frank LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES August 27, 1987 The minutes of the meeting of August 27, 1987 were approved, as written, by a motion made by Mr. Duffy, seconded by Mr. McClure, and passed by unanimous vote. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR CARPORT ENCLOSURE BRUCE DETWILER 229 N. E. 101st ST. Mr. LuBien noted that Members received in their packets, site plan, drawing of enclosure.to create a den, and elevations, as presented by Mr. Detwiler. The garage and the carport are on the side of the house, and do not face the front. The garage remains as is, only the carport will be enclosed as accessible from the Florida Room. Mr. Detwiler was present. There were no questions from the Board. Mr. Rossi moved to accept the plans as submitted, seconded by Mr. Duffy, and passed unanimously. Detwiler Upon commenting how smoothly this went, MrAwas advised, it's because all his papers were in order. 2-A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR ENTRANCE AWNINGS MIAMI SHORES COMMUNITY CHURCH 9823 N. E. 4th AVE. No representative from the Thomas Awning Co. was present. Mr. LuBien advised the Board that this is a request for two awnings, both well within the property line. Further, he stated he has no problem with the request except that we have no provision for this type of structure. It is in the rear of the building only, and is brought before the Board for reasons of harmony, Brief discussion followed concerning upkeep. Members were advised that the Miami Shores Baptist Church and the Miami Shores Presbyterian Church have similar coverings, and there have been no problems there. Following further discussion concerning measurements, Mr. Duffy moved to approve the request, seconded by Mr, Rossi, and passed unanimously. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -2- 9/9/8/ 4. LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE This Landscape Ordinance was not discussed, in the absence of Mr. Laubenthal, who was writing the plan, 5. COLOR ORDINANCE Mr, .McClure in addressing the Color Ordinance stated that, in light of the discussion and disposition of a case at the last meeting$ it is apparent that the Ordinance needs to be c1nrified, made more specific, A more emphatic statement is definitely needed, Mr, Rossi agreed with Mr, McClure, and further mentioned the hardship for an owner who himself is not happy with the color after painting his home. It is necessary to have something, a professional color chart, color wheel, a range of color to select from, The selection should not be so complicated, If a color selected falls within the color intensity wheel, it may be approved for permit by the Building Director, otherwise it will be presented to the Board for approval. Mr. LuBien is not in favor of tampering with the Ordinance, as is, The request of the last meeting was a house already painted, called to his attention by neighbors, There needs to be some control over policy. The Code does not dictate color -on purpose, Mr. Stobs also agreed that we are looking for paint guidelines, Maybe a a Paint Manufacturer could supply a color chip board or wheel. Mr. Duffy feels the method of application should also be addressed, A suitable color could be applied in an uncomplimentary fashion. Following further discussion, Mr, Rossi volunteered to do some investigat- ing, nvestigating and fine a color wheel. Mr, Stobs requested this item be placed on the agenda of the next meeting, 3. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN — SWARTHOUT INC. David B. VanHorn, AICP Mr. VanHorn advised Members that work continues to progress at a scheduled pace on the Miami Shores Comprehensive Plan. A copy of the draft Waste- water, Solid Waste, Portable Water, Drainage, and Aquifer Recharge Element has been sent to Dade County Planning Department, Most of the Plan Elements have been revised and draft submitted to the Department of Community Affairs for informal review. Draft elements are reviewed by people of different departments, and he has requested comments as soon as possible. In response to query from Mr, Stobs, he noted Miami Shores Village is not too early, we are not to be judged as an example. We are not graded. Also he stated he is very comfortable with the draft as submitted. Next year, January 29, 1988 is the deliverable date for Data and Analysis back up, Initial Draft will be sent to DCA, That is except Land Use and Housing. In response to query from Members, Mr, VanHorn stated, it looks like a great PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -3- 9/9/87 deal of information, but it must be written in to fill minimum requirements, If you want something removed, it can be done, but you must be cautious. The transportation element will be forthcoming. Mr. LuBien indicated he had distributed copies to Council and Department Heads, Mr. VanHorn felt that comments should come from them also, HOUSING ELEMENT - DCA is requiring this must be addressed. General language may be used. The completed tables were not available and Mr. VanHorn will send them to Mr, LuBien, Much discussion continued concerning low cost housing, group homes, and foster care facilities, and[broad guidelines to be addressed, Mobil homes and number of single family lots left undeveloped. Also Mr. VanHorn stated the 1980 Census data is used for comparison data, Average house- hold income in Miami Shores was discussed, POPULATION BACKGROUND -DA -TA Preliminary Tables were given to each Member for review. In these tables Miami Shores is compared with Dade County and Florida, using the years 1960, 1970, 1980, and 1985, These tables indicate changes in Resident population, Households, Census Data, Amount and Rate of Growth, Mathamatical Extrapolation, Seasonal Population, Population Projections, In discussing the Population tables, school boundarychanges were noted to effect residential increase. LAND USE Mr. VanHorn advised, Land use is not Zoning, though it may go hand in hand. Members reviewed a Land Use Map prepared by Mr. Swarthout. The Board discussed various areas, and observed two commercial areas - one general, the other restricted, Members also received a Land Use Element Draft of Goals, Objectives and Policies. Under Heading "Goals", Mr, McClure called attention to 4th paragraph, and felt the objective should be more specific, "Policies" - much discussion occured concerning page 3, the paragraph dealing with housing code enforcement program, Members all agreed this is a great idea, but anxious to determine means of implementation. Mr, Stobs concurred with Mr. VanHorn that Members should take a very care- ful look at this Land Use Element, give it thought and respond, In order that Mr. Swarthout might attend the next meeting, the day was • tentatively changed to Wednesday, September 23, 1987, BARRY UNIVERSITY Mr, LuBien again requested Members to take a look at the berm on Miami Ave. and 111th ST., The trees are not planted according to plan, and he wants in -put from the Board, PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -4- 9/9/87 There being no further business to come before the Boardp the meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M, •