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07-11-1991 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING July 11, 1991 A regular meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board was held on July 11, 1991, The. meeting was called to order a; 7:30 P.M. by Chairman, Mr. Fernandez with the. following members present: Richard 1, .Fernandez, Chairman Terrell F. Chambers, Jr. Les Forney Thomas Laubenthal Larry T. McClure Also present: Frank LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning 1, MINUTES - JUNE 27, 1991 Two corrections were made to the minutes under Site Plan Review. Mr. Fernandez made considerable comments concerning the septic tanks, specifically, "Why are they being allowed to expand their peptic tank installation without sewers-, and why wasn't Dade County Public Schools being forced to bring a sewer line down 103rd St?" To which Mr. Reyes responded, "There are special exceptions by DERM, sewer hook ups are not pratical", cMr. Fernandez talked to the gentleman on the phone the next day and he was assured that there are provisions to allow hook ups, and they are not merely extended to Dade County Public Schools, but also to-Teople,). Under the same heading, Mr. McClure never worked in the. construction epartment, or with the architect. It was determined there is no conflict of interest. other The minutes of the meeting of June 27, 1991 were approved with these two amendments by a motion made by Mr. McClure, seconded by Mr. Forney, and passed unanimously. Mr. Chambers arrived at 7:35 P.M.. Mr. McClure made a notion to move 7. on the agenda to #2, the motion was seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, and passed unanimously. 7. DISCUSSION - FABRIC & METAL AWNINGS & ROOFS Mr. LuBien introduced Mr. Art Heffernan, Miami Awning,.who represented the fabric covered awnings, Mr. Fernandez made comments to set the stagefor discussion, "The Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board is undertaking a review of various building materials and various sections of our code. Wehave just recently completed a review and have sent to Council our recommendations for a change in roofing materials. The second item we are taking a look at is the area of fabric alumlnum.atructures,..un.dder,.'this.::`heading . and this is a continuing undertaking by this Board, to see what we can do about improving the quality of life in Miami Shores . "' Art Heffernan stated there are entry awnings, window awnings, patio awning, carports, etc. These are prohibited in most cases in Miami Shores, but there are fabric canopies, The canopy is madeup of galvanized pipe and fabric. There is a cloth based fabric and vine, based fabric. There are certain pluses and minuses about each, There are 3 reasons for use of awnings, To protect from sun, rain, and energy savings. They are used today ery much, to act as a PLANNING & ZONING BOARD REGULAR NTG -2- 7/11/91 roof structure down to small window awnings. There are custom products which should be made out of a welded frame, as opposed to fitting frames, Mr. Heffernan spoke on behalf of the welded frames, asthat is what he. sells, The welded frame is very strong, created and tested.. with. proper fastening to a structure., to withstand 140 miles per hour winds, Mr, LuBien noted that 125 miles per hour is required, and the fitted frame is acceptable according to the South Florida Building Code. The other important thing is how the frame is a tta.cledto"tke building, and how it is fastened into the ground, One must look at the situation; will a footing bedug, create a plate and fastener situation like a wedge anchor that fits into concrete; what is it being attached to above, underneath the soffit; are we drilling into a tie beam, wood, is it a hollow wall, etc?? All these questions are taken into consideration when putting up a patio awning especially. Most patio awnings are attached to the house, lean off it and have posts. When an awning has posts, it becomes a canopy. So there are different codes which apply, In response to query,. Mr. Heffernan identified the awning as a structuresuspendedfrom the wall (9' is the maximum in Dade County for commercial installations, Mr. LuBien noted there is in Miami Shores a 3' maximum projection allowed into the setback side and rear and 4' in the front. The canopy is found at the front of restaurants, metro rail stations, cafes, etc. The canopy has posts which must be of certain height, must set back from sidewalk or public right of way to protect the public. Available are the aluminum frame- work and galvenized steel pipe, The steel pipe is most cost efficient. Trusses are incooperated into the frame to prevent sagging and to add strength and integrity to the awning. The fabric is easily removable, but this should be done by calling the Company. It is made installed] to withstand 75 miles per hour winds, a code standard in the industry. Fabric does age and become tattered, the average guarantee is 5 to 7 years. The tedlar based heavier duty vinyl fabric used in commercial application has a 7 to 10 year warranty. Darker fabrics fade and are not recommended. Vinyl is _ better for South Florida in that it cleans easier, has no fabric content, can be streched over a large structure, and from the distance looks the same as cloth, The fabric seams seem to give way first. On the vinyl the seams are heat sealed. All awnings must be re- placed when they get old, there are varibles. Mr. Heffernan passed around samples of the fabric and .vinyl so that Members could feel each. The metal frame is protected when its' covered by cloth, In response to query from Mr. Laubenthal, Mr. Heffernan noted there is the painted galvenized paint for galvenizing wells, strictly a coat which does not penetrate and corners are mitered and sealed to keep rust to a minimum.. Maintenance should include clos- ing down occassionally. Aluminum frames have not hit the market, as yet, they are square tubed and cost prohibitive.' Gator shieldalso can be used on hugh structures. The cloth fabric is not flame retardent, another issue to look at. Patio awnings are viable in Miami Shores, but fly by night manufactures and installers must be watched, as a state license is not required. Coral Gables, Beach, Boca Raton have the most stringent codes and these should be re- viewed. Mr. Heffernan stated sealed drawnings by an Engineer are required. Also he gave the methods used in estimating awnings and canopies, they can run from a very low $1,500, to $3,0.0.0.. The price is for a custom product based on the cost of material and difficulty in installation . Mr., LuBien stated, should awnings be approved, 'it does not create an additional enforcement problem in Code Enforcement, He talked also to Johnny of General Screen and to Frank Cornelius, Hurst Awning,"but neither showed up this evening, Mr. Fernandez requested that a copy of the Coral Gables, Mime irr Beachp & Body., Raton Code be made available to Members and theitem be placed on the nextmeeting agenda) Discussion -- Metal. Awnings & Roofs, He would like to hear from a representative of an aluminum awning company, PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MTG -3•- 7/11/91 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL 0T' -VARIANCE TO ALLOW DRIVEWAY 5rNTO SIDE SETBThACK PAUL DAU., 1213 N. E, 93rd ST, Mr. LuBlen stated. Members had in their packet copy of a letter from Mr, Paul, Daum making the request. with a sketch of the property and xequest, Miriam. Daum had a Letter fram .a neighbor at 9,301.N. E. 12tFL. Ave. approving the change. Mr, Fernandez discussed the four criteria:-_necessaryfor a variance, but Mrs. Daum could not address these., The beautiful landscaping of the yard and reason why she wants to encroach in the side setback. was discussed at :length. It can be done without a variance. Mx. McClure noted the single car garage is used. Further, we live in a community where there is more than 1 car to a household. The neighboring property is the back yard and not the. side yard and there is no swell area. Mr McClure made a motion to approve the request for a variance, seconded by -Mr. Iaubenthal for discussion.. Much discussion took place, and the vote was called. The motion failed by a vote of 1/4 with Mr, McClure voting in favor, all other Members voted no. The action of the Board was explained to Mrs. Daum. 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF VARIANCE TO ALLOW TREE. TRELLIS/PLATFORM AND HOT'TUB IN SIDE YARD AND REAR SETBACK JOHN E. CAHILL, 1060 N. E. 104th St. Mr. LuBien announced that the request had been withdrawn, 4. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR DISH ANTENNA BARNETT BANK, 9190 BISCAYNE BLVD. Mr. LuBien noted Barnett Bank had been before the Board before to request a dish antenna and he discussed this with their representatives here this evening. He noted that Members received a copy of the building showing where the antenna is to be mounted and how. Mr. Bruce Apel, and Matthew Grieb in- troduced themselves and asked what the Board needs. They have not read the Miami Shores Village Satellite dish code. They noted this is a two way communication for uplink and downlink arid they indicated it will not interfere with other systems. After much discussion, it was determined this is a request for a variance for uplink. They were advised that .a. $50.00 fee is required for variance request. Mr, Forney moved to approve the variance request for upldnk, seconded by Mr. Chambers, and passed unanimously. The request must go before Council:for approval.. Mr. McClure noted that when there is a variance request the applicant must state the unique reason for the request, and the record should show that in modern banking facilities two way communication is needed. Nr. Laubenthal moved for sife plan approval, provided the drawings as amended (showing setbacks and landscape screening are used) the motion was seconded by Mr, Forney,and passed unanimously,. A break.was taken at 8:40.P,14.., The meeting reconvened at 8:50.,P.M.. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MTG, 7/11/9.1 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF FLAT ROOF ADDITION FRANK ALRALADE30 36 N, C�1, 'alit ST,' Mr, LuBien presented th_e..calculations for the .flat roof addition, limbers received in their packet architect drawing of the addition and the elevations, The application was discussed, and the. roofing ordinance to be sent to Council was explained, Mr, Alb,aladejo wants to proceed with his request. Mr. Chambers moved to approve the request as submitted, seconded by Mr. Laubenthal, the motion passed unanimously, 6. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF GARAGE ENCLOSURE Alan Major, 105 N. W. 94th St. The narrow one car garage which Mr, Major is unable to use was discussed. Also, Mr. LuBien explained the roof structure on the small addition in front of the garage, and showed it on the drawing, Mrs. Major noted the driveway will be cut back, and landscaping installed. The single family character was explained to the Majors'. A motion was made by Mr. Laubenthal to approve the request withthe amendments to cut back driveway and landscape, seconded by Mr. Chambers, the motion passed unanimously, 8. DISCUSSION - PERMITTED USES, B-4.DISTRICT & FOOTPRINT The proposed changes to B-1 District (the final draft) was discussed at length. Especially mentioned were the Theatre, Gasoline Service Stations, Schools, Studios, and Printer,and Tour & Travel Agency, Mr, LuBien read from the County Code and Zoning section 33-4, Decibel levels were discussed. Mr. Forney made a motion to approve. as.discvssed and send to Council the Proposed Changes.to B.--1 District.Uses, the motion was: seconded by Mr, Laubenthal, and carried unanimously'', Mr. Fernandez noted there is no pressing need for this to go to Council and the minutes must be approved first. All Members agreed. The footprint needed for N. E. 2nd Ave was discussed at length. This would be an excellent planning tool. It will be a necessity for any pro -active approach. The markings are in the alleys by Florida Power & Light, Southern Bell, and the Water Department. This information may be available, but not drafted. Members agreed in light of recent hearings on. N. E. 2nd Avenue and the lack of money availablereceipt of the footprint will not be recommended. 9. COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW 7 DOWNTOWN,MIAMI SHORES Considering the hour, 9. was passed on, at this time, by a motion made by Mr.. `Laubenthal, seconded. by Nr. Forney and passed iiraenimously, NEW BUSINESS Mr. Fernandez gave a. report of the Ad Hoc Committee which: net yesterday evening, The =census opinion was. that.DRB be. disbanded, retain certain pro- jects such. as Haloween Bowl, etc, 'Maintain DEB Guidelines and rename DRB • • PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MTG, -5- 7/11/91 architectural guidelines, and to form a Miami Shores F.evitalization Board with an expanded role as to promoting development in a joint venture with the Chamber of Commerce, Details to be looked at next Week, Thee Chamber will develope .a marketing plan., This is expected to expandon the Business Development Comm ttee report, and to get away from N. E. 2nd Ave, as the sole focus of a business district, M .yor Steve. Johnson of Miami Shores was present for the whole 'meeting and was recognized. He did not wish. to speak., The meeting adjourned at 1Q:QD PM, cr ary