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05-25-1989 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE May' 25, 1989 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village:Planning & Zoning Board was held on May 25, 1989, at the Miami Shores Village Hall, The meeting was called.to order at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Rossi, with the following members present: Robert J.. Rossi, Chairman Terrell F. Chambers, Jr. Richard M, Fernandez Thomas Laubenthal Larry T. McClure Also present: Frank LuBien, Director. of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES - April 2.7, 1989 The minutes of the meeting of April 27, 1989 were approved, as mailed by the Secretary, by a motion made by Mr. Fernandez, seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and passed unanimously. There was no meeting May 11, 1989 for lack of a quorum. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL ROOF TILE R. L. ANDERSON, 295 NE 94 ST Mr. LuBien reported, he had receiveda call.from.Mr.. Anderson stating, he has raised the necessaryfunds to complete..the whole roof, thereby elimi- nating the need for this request.. The request is then withdrawn. 3. REQUEST FOR. APPROVAL OF SIGNS ROSE AUTO STORES/CROWN NEON 9015 BISCAYNE BLVD Mr. LuBien explained this particular sign does not require. Board approval, but he put it on the agenda for Board review and judgement. Rose Auto Stores is moving into the center of the new. Shores Square Plaza on Biscayne Blvd, and all code requirements are complied with, Brief discussion followed. Diane Marciniak, representative from Crown Neon stated that the grillwork, as shown onthe sketch.. is part of the decoration, the sign will be electric, but non flashing. Rose Auto Stores lettering will channel out, and coloring probably Rose Auto colors of red, yellow, and black. Following further brief. discussion, Mr. Laubenthal made a motion to approve the request for signage, seconded. by Mr.. Chambers, and passed unanimously. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR. HEALTH & SPORTS CENTER BARRY UNIVERSITY, 11300 NE 2 AVE Mr. Fernandez explained his affiliation as.a part time employee at Barry University. He does not work during, the summer, and this situation is not considered a conflict of. interest however, if any Member of the Board objects he would be glad to excuse himself from discussion and the vote. There wasno objection. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -2- 5/25/89 Tim Czerniec representing Barry stated, this is a. request for Site Plan approval of plans fora 1,500 seat gymnasium, sport and health complex. The building will house athletic and coach offices, indoor sports, an academic program, grounds and a housekeeping area. I.t will match the existing Barry architecture and estimated cost to build is 3.1 million. Mr. Arthur R. Bodwell, Chief. Project Manager for Stanmor Inc, of Sudbury, Mass. was introduced to explain thedrawings and sketches and answer any questions the Board might have.. He first explained the pictorial archi- tectural drawing, giving an overview of the project. He explained that this Site Plan is an update of the Master Pian, W 40, previously approved. The colors are in keeping with the other Barry buildings, also the main spine of the campus is maintained, there is existing parking and existing and new landscaping. In explaining the sketch of the floor plan, Mr. Bodwellexplained, it is one story building, all masonryconstruction, as you enter there will be a lobby, a ticket sales room, bathrooms and office space. There will be four locker rooms, a training area in the center, weight rooms in the rear, housekeeping, etc.. The flat roof will be of built up gravel., baths and locker rooms will be tiled, and the buildingwillbe fullyair conditioned. The small second floor will house a media room, and a hospitality room. In response: to query Mr. LuBien replied, he has not seen any other drawings, nor have any plans been submitted for permit. It was further noted in discussion that this Sports Center is incorporated in the Barry University Master Plan, approved about two years ago. The poolwhen built will be olympic size indoor pool, and it will be in the Sports Center area. Discussion continued. Mr. LuBien stated that parking at Barry University is dual purpose, no other calculations have been made. Mr. Czerniec stated a -small service road is necessary and it will be provided. In discussion concerning the Elevation drawing itwas noted there is a slight pitch for water run off, the peripet is false, Discussion continued, and Mr. Laubenthal sketched out the ridge line to make it more clear. Land- scaping was also discussed. It was noted this plan needs approval on the.basis of harmony. Mr. McClure requested:' that future, plans from Barry. University more accurately reflect the elevation drawings. Mr. Laubenthal moved to approve the Health and Sports Center for a building permit, seconded by Mr. Chambers, and passed unanimously. It was then explained that Village Council will review the request at their meeting of June 6. Mr. Czerniec raised the question, why this request must be reviewed by Village -Council since it was-in;the Master Plan already approved by:Council. There was some confusion as. -to review.by Council being necessary under Article 6 (Page 1606) of the. Code book or if:i.t.is a courtesy review by Council.. Mr. Rossi will discuss the matter with the Village Attorney for an interpretation., and call Mr.. Czerniec with an answer, for future in- formation. At any rater the item willautomatically be on the Village Council agenda of June 6, 1989. Mr. Czerniec will not be notified. He should be present to answer any questions Council might have. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD. -3=- 5/25/89 5. DISCUSSION - ROOF DISH ANTENNA FRANKLIN GRAU h Mr. LuBien announced that Mr. Grau called and said he could not attend this meeting because of a prior commitment for aninstallation meeting, at whichgis the one to be installed. Also Maria,Clementi had called, and stated the Archdiocese. is making preparation to putup a screen, as required by code. Mr. LuBien.further noted that he was advised by Mr. Grau that if a. screen is required, it will:be put up. Mr. Grau assured Mr. LuBien that he will be able to attend the next meeting of Planning & Zoning Board. Mr. Rossi stated he hadreceived numerous phone calls from Council Members, the Village Attorney, and from residents concerning this particu- lar commercial dish antenna. It is the first of its kind and the Planning & Zoning Board hasan obligation and desire to have it comply fully with the code. Much concentration, give & take, and effort went into writing this ordinance and Mr. Grau was present at several of these meetings. He was also given a copy of the Ordinance so is fully aware of what the re- quirements are, and what the intent of the Board is. Members wished to proceed with discussion. Mr. Fernandez commented the Board is an. administrative, judicial body, and should separate itself from the politics surrounding this issue. There was inrepth discussion. concerning Mr. Grau, a professionals representation of his client, and why alternative personnel could not be found.to appear on his behalf. This is a hot issue, Mr. Grau'.has served the Village a number of years in different capacities, on several Boards, and is -very fomilar with procedures and intent concerning:.this. issue. In continued discussion, it was noted.that the antenna could have been much smalle '.and alternate equipment could have been utilized. Members also wondered if this should be a Code Enforcement item. Mr. Rossi suggested, and Board Members agreed that Mr. Grau be invited to the next. Planning & Zoning Board meeting, and bring with, him a set of screening plans for .approval' by the Board. Mr. Laubenthal read from the code - Dish Antenna Ordinance, that section dealing with screening. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL. OF PLANS FOR GARAGE ENCLOSURE GARY GORDON, 810 NE 100 ST Mr.. LuBien distributed two sets of plans on the enclosure. Mr. Rossi explained the request to enclose a two car garage to make a family/play room. The garagehas an unusual side entry to a split level house. It must be. reviewed and approved asto harmony.' Members agreed the enclosure certainly does not improve the appearance of the house. There is a full paved circular drive in front of the garage,.and an alternative to this, and landscaping was discussed. It appears the Architect did not go to.great extent to do more than enclose the garage door. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD -4- 5/25/89 There is a great need for landscaping to soften the appearance a bit. Mr. Laubenthal suggested a 5' cut back from the wall and some trees. Mr. Gordon was present at the meeting and agreed this could be accomplished. Mr. Fernandez moved to approvethe request for garage enclosure, with a 5' cut back on the driveway approachtothe garage, andproper landscaping with two 10' high trees. Motion was seconded by Mr. McClure, and passed by unanimous vote. 7. TABLED ITEM - SKATE BOARD RAMP DAVID WENDELIN, 53 NE 98 ST Mrs. Wendelin was present at the meeting, she explained her husband had to be out of town. Mr. Rossi noted this is a skate board ramp built without a permit, because of the unusual character of the structure it was tabled to -allow for an interpretation from the Village Attorney. 1+ 9r. Rossi gave a copy of the letter from Mri. Fenn to Mrs. Wendelin, and read it aloud, highlighting Sec 205 and. Sec 225 of the Code. Mrs. Wendelin could not understand why it could not be classified as playground equipment. She further stated that she has two i11 sons, and she is trying to keep this 12year old, who the ramp was built for, close to home. Mr. Rossi explained that the ramp was not designed and signed by an engineer and there are questions about its safety. Every Board Member is sympathic and understands her problem, but must make a decision and abide by the opinion of the Village Attorney and the Ordinance as written. Mr. Laubenthal reluctantly moved to deny the request, Mr. Fernandez seconded the motion reluctantly, and it passed unanimously. Mr. Rossi explained the right. of appeal process to Village Council to Mrs. Wendelin, and she, was given a copy of the Policy, also a copy of the procedure for hardship variance. 8. A letter from Mr. SperoCanton.concerning.garage enclosure was discussed. It is the opinion of the Village Attorney that they cannot be denied. Alternate regulations were mentioned, auch as more landscaping, and a set of sealed plans, also the possibility of a false garage door. Tax base increasing, but eventually going down was also mentioned. What the Planning &.Zoning Board .is doing seems an equitable solution. 9.. DISCUSSION - DISPLAY SIGN ON GRAND -CONCOURSE Mr. Fernandez explained.he had a lengthy- discussion with. Mr. Fen, and he found it to be most informative and educational. He outlined for Members the discussion concerning Incidental and Advertising signs in the residen- tial district. Sections of the code discussed were Sec.504, Sec 501, and PLANNING &ZONING BOARD -5- 5/25/89 Sec 239. It was determined that a change. in wording to Sec 239(a) of Article II of Miami Shores Village Zoning Ord 270 could'properly amend the Ordinance. Public Hearing date was set. for Thursday, June 22, for the purpose to amend Sec 239(a), redefining incidental signs, Mr. Fernandez agreed to have typed a report on signs for this meeting. 10. PLANNING &. ZONING SEMINAR Mr. Rossi announced that the. Village Council has approved funds for Board Members to attend this Planning & Zoning Seminar. He urged all Members to attend this informative Seminar, Saturday, June 10, 1989, at The Colonnade in Coral Gables. Mr. LuBien agreed to mail. registration packet.to each Member, There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M. l )ei.ad/ cre /ary •