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09-28-1989 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE SEPTEMBER 28, 1989 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board was held on September 28, 1989 at the Miami Shores Village Hall. The following meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M. by Chairman Fernandez, with the following members present: Richard M. Fernandez, Chairman Terrell F. Chambers, Jr. Robert E. Cook Thomas Laubenthal Larry T. McClure Frank LuBlen, Director of Building & Zoning 1. MINUTES - September 14, 1989 The minutes of the meeting of September 14, 1989 were approved, as distributed. The motion was made by Mr. McClure, seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and passed by the following vote: Fernandez, Chambers, and Cook. It was requested by Mr. LuBlen that an additional request for approval for a building permit be added to tonight's agenda and it was granted. 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR DISH ANTENNA SCREEN ARCHDIOCESE OF MIAMI 9936 NE 2 AVENUE Mr. Franklaln Grau, representing the Archdiocese of Miami, presented plans, drawings, color samples and and materials for use to the board. He explained his preference of color, beige which he did not have, so as to match the existing structure and explained how the structure would screen their dish attractively. After discussion, where the board's questions were answered, a motion to approve the concept plans as submitted was made by Mr. McClure and seconded by Mr. Laubenthal. This was then withdrawn and a new motion to accept the concept and materials was made by Mr. McClure and seconded by Mr. Laubenthal. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR FLAT ROOF ADDITION RONALD STEWARD 10017 N MIAMI AVENUE Mr. LuBlen presented plans and drawings showing the proposed work to be done. It was discussed that the correction would match the existing roof and materials to be used would be conslstant with the existing roof. Mr. Steward was present but made no comments. A motion was made to accept the plans and drawings as submitted by Mr. Laubenthal and seconded by Mr. Chambers. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF VARIANCE FOR FIBERGLASS SHINGLE ROOF GREGORY RUDNICK 544 NE 93 STREET Mr. McClure Inquired as to the building materials of the existing and previous roof. He was told that thls was asphalt. Mr. LuBien explained that the fiberglass shingles will match the existing roof. Mr. Laubenthal wanted to know If the home would have to be recertified prior to the reroofing. Mr. LuBien stated he did not think so as it was comparable material being used. After further discussion, a motion to approve the variance as submitted, was made by Mr. Laubenthal and seconded by Mr. Chambers. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. Mr. Rudnick was present but made no comment. Mr. Fernandez advised Mr. Rudnick that he still had to appear before the Council at Its next meeting October 17, 1989. 5. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF VARIANCE FOR DRIVEWAY SETBACK LEANNE SARKISIAN 1240 NE 93 STREET Mr. LuBien presented site plans showing the property and explaining the problems. The property was approved In 1956 for the non -conforming driveway. It was explained that because of the layout of the building on the property It would be difficult If not Impossible to conform and still retain the use of the garage. Mr. McClure presented Information pertaining to the turning radius required and the difference If the driveway were made to conform to the 10 foot setback requirement. Pictures were also presented to show the Inability to use the garage If the driveway were not granted the variance. Ms. Sarkisian was present and spoke on the 4 points which must be met before a variance may be granted. She was complimented on her preparedness and clear thought and delivery. Ms. Sarkisian met all four requirements. Further discussion, In which It was determined that thls variance would Improve the property was between Mr. Lubien and the board. A motion to grant the variance as requested and submitted was made by Mr. Laubenthal and seconded by Mr. Cook. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. Ms. Sarkisian was advised that she must appear before the Council meeting October 17, 1989. Mr. Cook comments for the record, this was not approved for setting a precedent for future driveways but because of the 1956approval..- The presentation was complete and Included all 4 criteria for variance requirements. This Is a unique circumstance. 6. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR ALTERATION MOSHIN JAFFER, MD 9727 NE 2 AVENUE Mr. LuBien presented plans and drawings to the board concerning this property. Mr. LuBlen answered questions concerning the proposed changes and their conformity with the Fire Code. He felt that since there will still be a back exit there should be no problem. Additional questions concerning signage and window treatment were discussed. Mr. Fernandez inquired If an approval for use would be required. Discussion lead to the decision that since the building was empty for less than the required 6 months It was not needed. Also, since the property Is still In the same general usage as originally built. Parking was determined to be sufficient as there Is a large lot In back of the building. Mr. Fernandez will contact Mr. Fann about the necessity for considering the usage of the building by this board or the possibility of It being a Council decision. Dr. Jaffer spoke about setting up a practice here. He has many patients In this area and feels he can meet their needs better by using this property for the submitted use and design. Dr. Jaffer stated the concept for the building wi11 be simular to the St. Francis one here in Miami Shores. Mr. LuBlen explained that these proposed building changes were viewed by him, to be an upgrading of the property. Mr. Laubenthal expressed some questions concerning the facade, architectuai plans, building codes, and signage. After further discussion a motions to grant the request as submitted, was made by Mr. Chambers and seconded by Mr. Cook. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. 7. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR FLAT ROOF ADDITION JOHN HALSEY 10217 N MIAMI AVENUE Mr. LuBlen presented plans and proposal to the board concerning this property. After some discussion a motion to approve the plans as submitted, was made by Mr. Laubenthal and seconded by Mr. McClure. It was passed by a unanimous vote of all present. 8. DISCUSSION - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Mr. Laubenthal gave a report concerning the newly formed Business Development Committee. He Is the represen- tative from the Planning and Zoning Board. He spoke of the other members, Bill Parry, Steve Johnson, Carol Walker and Al Farell, as being willing to do some very aggressive work for the betterment of the Village. There were no decisions to report yet but he will keep the board advised. Mr. Fernandez mentioned the possibility of duplicate work to Mr. Laubenthal concerning a Blue Book report printed by the Downtown Revitalization Board and presented by Ms. Witte that Mr. Laubenthal might want to make the. Business Development Committee aware of. 9. DISCUSSION - BASKETBALL GOALS Discussion was postponed on this Issue till October 26, 1989. • 10. DISCUSSION - WASTE WATER COLLECTION Mr. Fernandez advised the board of the recent devel- opment concerning the Sewer Protect In the Village. At the last meeting it was understood that the Council had received 51% of the property owners petitions In the area. Now there have been 2 rescinded signatures which drop the required percentage needed. Mr. Chambers Is on this committee and does attend the meetings but had no report at this time. The discussion was then closed, and there being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:51 P.M. Secretary Pro Tem