07-25-1991 Regular Meeting•
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MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD , REGULAR MEETING
July 25, 1991
A regularimeet:ng of the Miami Shores Village_ Planning & Zoning Board
Tgaa held on July 25, 1991, The meeting.was called to order at 7:35 PM. by
Chairman, Mr, Fernandez with the following . members present:
1ichard'M. Fernandez, Chairman
Terrell F. Chambers,. Jr.
Les Forney
Larry T. McClure
Absent: Thomas Laubenthal
Also present: Frank LuBien, Director of Building & Zoning
1. MINUTES - JULY 11, 1991
There were two corrections in the 1st paragraph pratical was incorrectly
spelled, and the last few words in parenthesis, should read, but also to other
people. The minutes of the meeting of July 11, 1991 were approved as corrected
by a motion made by Mr. Forney, seconded by Mr. McClure, and carried unanimously.
2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGE OF ADDRESS TO 1035 N. E. 99th ST.
GEORGE GODFREY, 9909 BISCAYNE BLVD.
The request was introduced by Mr. LuBien.who included in Members' packet
a survey of the property. In response to query Mr. LuBien stated he has no
problem with utility access or pool *nsbal:lation. He chose the address. A 25"
front and 10' side setback is required by code. A unique situation exists in
that there is a 25' setback. on Biscayne Blvd and an 8' setback on the 99th St
side.
Mr. & Mrs. George Godfrey attended the meeting. Mr. Godfrey explained the
inconvenience experienced since the installation of barricades on his street.
He described the corner on which he lives and the difficulty experienced by both:-
guests
othguests and.delivery people in locating his home without detailed directions:.
Members:agreed question. raised by. Mr. Chambers concerning business on
Biscayne Blvd was a good one, and brief discussion followed.
Mr. McClure made a motion to approve the request as submitted, Mr. Forney
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Mr. LuBien explained that the change mustnow be.cleared with the post office,
3. REQUEST. FOR APPROVAL OF PLANS FOR FLAT ROOF ADDITION
JAN BLUM, 275 N. E. 92nd STREET
The request was explained by. Mr. LuBien who stated 355 Sq Ft of flat roof
is allowed and 306 sq Ft on the addition is what is requested., all on the rear
of the house.
Mr. Fernandez explained the new roofing ordinance to Mr, Bob Blum who
attended the meeting.
Mr. McClure moved to approve the flat roof on the addition, as requested,
seconded by Mr. Forney, and passed unanimously.
Mr. Fernandez passed out to each Member a copy of the Ad Hoc Committee
,Recommendations & Rationales unapproved report., and to review the efforts of the
Downtown Revitalization Board.
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4. COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW - DOWNTOWN AMIAMI SHORES
• Mr. Fernandez briefly outlined the charge by Council to the Planning &
Zoning Board to conduct a comprehensive review of zoning matters on N. E. 2nd Ave.
in downtown Miami Shores, Three separate hearings were conducted for three
segments of interested parties, an in depth discussion at the last. meeting took
place, and it is hoped that this evenings discussion will wrap things up. The
question is, do we intend to recommend zoning changes for N, E. 2nd Ave??
• If yes, we inust determine. what changes we recommend and if no, we must establish
rationale as to why.
Mr. Chambers has no recommendation for zoning changes to N. E. 2nd Ave.
SEE ATTACHED Mr. Forney feels there ought to be sifnificant change in zoning, but after
listening to Mr. Frix and learning that. virtually no property owner.will.support
change it seems useless. Mr. Forney stated, it is an unfortunate situation, but
it leaves nothing to build on, nothing to work,with. It can be left alone for a-
while. Mr. Forney favors the Board recommend no action in zoning change in Miami
Shores N. E. 2nd Ave.
SEE ATTACHED Mr. McClure keeps hearing that the retail trade is dead in downtown Miami:
Shores, and it seems so, basically, retail cannot be salvaged.. .We like trendy
boutiques and restaurants, but they do not exist for N. E. 2nd Ave. No one has
come up yet with a bright idea to build on. However rif an idea were presented
it is hampered thru our system., Notbecause:of foot dragging but because of our
system. Mr. McClure favors no major change, at this time.
• Mr. Fernandez reviewed his copy of the Ad Hoc Committee Recommendations,
He talked about the market force. He agreedthat without the consensus of all
parties involved there can be. no change, Mr. Fernandez agreed that should a
developer appear who has a proposed project to change zoning on N, E. 2nd Ave.
the opportunity, to listen is welcomed. Most residents who appeared before the
Board are opposed to extended height. it is then the unanimous decision of the
four Members present that no zoning change is recommended,, at this time,
Discussion ensued concerning periodic review of the Comprehensive Plan,
which: should be. done, and' being..op.en and..positive, There was also discussion on
the open air restaurant. It was recommended that each:Member.write a brief
statement as to how and why:the conclusion was reached to recommend against a
zoning change for Nt. E. 2nd Ave. at this -time. Mr, Fernandez will,:distribute
these comments from Members to each one.
5. Mr. LuBien related -he would send the agenda for the August 8th meeting, but
will be unable to prepare for the meeting of August 22, as he will be on vacation.
Mr, Fernandez and Mr. Chambers also expect to be out of. town. It was decided
that if three people of the Board., could comfortably hod:the meeting,: they will,
.6. Mr. Knezevich wi.11.be the speaker on the aluminum awning.,_ at the next meeting,
He. Engineers the cover for most of the larger companies in Dade County, and is an
authority in the business. All four. Members agreed they will be;present,,and want
to hear what Mr, Knezevich has to say about aluminum awnings at the meeting of
August 8th.
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Mr. McClure keeps hearing that the retail trade is dead in downtown Miami
Shores, and it seems so, basically retail cannot be salvaged. We like trendy
boutiques and restaurants, but they can not exist for N. E. 2nd Ave. without a
customer base. No one has yet come up with a bright idea to build on. However,
if an idea were presented it could not be developed because of our zoning. Not
because of Planning and Zoning's foot dragging, but because of our system. Mr.
McClure favors no major change at this time.
Mr. Forney feels there ought to be significant changes in zoning, but
after listening to Mr. Frix and learning that virtually no property
owners are in agreement on change, it seems useless. Mr. Forney stated
the lack of consensus is unfortunate but it leaves nothing to build on,
nothing to work with.. Mr. Forney favors the Board recommend.no action
on zoning changes on Miam; Shores N. E. 2nd Awe., at this time.
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PLANNING & ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING -3- 7/25/91
7. Mr. Dale Donnelly,, 50 N. E. 100th St. spoke on his request for an aluminum
cover over his steps, recently. He is recovering from a lengthy stay in the
hospital and recuperation at home, and after one bad -.fall on the steps wants to
take precaution it doesn't happen again., He relatddthe,stories of canvas
companies with a:5 year warranty, and aluminum awnings,which:.are better,
Mr. Donnelly fees aluminum should be considered for. life, health, and safety.
It was agreed that Mr. Donnelly has a point, and the Board shtuld not
deprive itself of modern technology.
The meeting adjourned at 8:45 P,li.
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