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09-24-1992 Public Hearing and Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING SEPTEMBER 24, 1992 A meeting of the Miami Shores Village Planning & Zoning Board was held on September 24, 1992. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P.M. by Chairman Richard M. Fernandez with the following members present: Richard M. Fernandez Larry McClure Les Forney Cliff Walters Thomas Laubenthal Also Present: Frank LuBien, Director Building & Zoning 1. Mr. McClure made a motion to amend the agenda as follows: Item 1 - Minutes - July 23, 1992 Item 3A - Proposed Amendments to the 1989 Comprehensive Plan. Item 2 - Request for approval of plans for garage enclosure Marie Carole Joseph 454 NE 93 Street Item 2A- Request for approval of plans for garage enclosure Edward Byrd 149 NW 108 Street Item 4 - Discussion - Hurricane Andrew observations. Item 3B- Proposed amendment to permit metal or fabric roofs for porches, patios and carports. Item 3C- Proposed amendment to establish landscaping design and maintenance standards. Item 5 - Adjournment Mr. Laubenthal seconded the motion and It passed unanimously. 1. Minutes - Mr. McClure moved to accept the Minutes of the July 23, 1992 meeting as presented. Mr. Forney seconded the motion and It passed unanimously. Planning & Zoning Board meeting - 2 - Sept. 24, 1992 3. Public Hearing - (A) Proposed amendments to the 1989 Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Fernandez was advised by the City Attorney that an objection had been filed concerning the propriety of the notice involved with the Public Hearing. The City Attorney has ruled and directed the Board to not hear this particular matter at this meeting and the matter will be re -noticed. 2. Request for approval of plans for garage enclosure. Marie Carole Joseph 454 NE 93 Street Miami Shores, FL The Board explained to Mrs. Joseph that the layout of the plans presented indicate that a self contained apartment or a seperate rental unit was evident and that it Is not a per- mitted usage in Miami Shores. Mr. Fernandez called a recess at 7:55 P.M. in order for Mr. LuBlen to obtain a copy of the plans of the home that were on file for the Board's review. The meeting reconvened at 7:58 P.M. After further discussion, Mrs. Joseph withdrew the application with the possibility of resubmitting at a later date. 2A. Request for approval of plans for garage enclosure Edward Byrd 149 NW 108 Street Miami Shores Mr. Byrd explained that the purpose for the enclosure Is that there Is an addition to his family and the extra bedroom is necessary. Mr. McClure complemented Mr. Byrd and his architect on the outstanding Job of enclosing the garage and making the addition a communicable part of the house. Mr. Forney moved to approve the request for the garage enclosure with a cutback of 3 or more feet of the concrete ribbons as you drive up and park. Mr. Laubenthal seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 4. Discussion - Hurricane Andrew observation Mr. Walters began the discussion stressing the fact that communication Is extremely important between City and County officals. Control of access to the impacted area needs to be enforced. He also stated that the evacuation of the areas went well but recovery Is weak. We have to learn to recover quickly by getting the basic services back on line as soon as possible. Mr. Walter extended a vote of thanks to Mr. Benton for his fine work. Planning & Zoning Board meeting - 3 - Sept. 24, 1992 Mr. LuBien reported that most damage in the Village was to screen enclosures. Mr. McClure commented on the disproportionate damage caused to frame construction buildings and how various roof materials withstood the high winds. He also commented on the need for the Village to revisit and fine tune our Disaster Plan and the need to keep trees trimmed to prevent power losses for long periods of time. Mr. Forney stated that he was In agreement with Mr. McClure. Mr. Laubenthal stated that structures of fabric and aluminum were going to take a beating with wind gusts of 120 MPH and that there was nothing to prevent the damage. Mr. Fernandez also agreed and stated that the Miami Shores Public Works Department did a tremendous Job In clean up of the hurricane debris. Mr. Fernandez also stated that we need to take an objective assessment and the input of the residents In order to refine our hurricane procedures. Mr. Fernandez also stated that the loss of business structures in the south may have an Impact on our area and that there Is a possibility that economics dictate that it will be a long time before the south area Is rebuilt and the Board may have to go back and look at the zoning code for NE 2 Avenue. 3B. Proposed amendment to permit metal or fabric roofs for porches, patios and carports. Mr. Fernandez stated, because of the damages brought on by Hurricane Andrew, should the usage be permitted In all zones In the Village. After further discussion by the Board, Mr. Walters moved to restrict the bsage to residential areas only. Mr. Laubenthal seconded the motion for discussion. After further discussion Mr. Walters withdrew his motion. Mr. Fernandez requested to place this item on the agenda for discussion and approval at the next meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board. 3C. Proposed amendment to establish landscaping design and maintenance standards. Planning & Zoning Board meeting - 4 - Sept. 24, 1992 The Board concurred that in light of the hurricane, many items and Issues have changed regarding landscaping, disposal of cuttings, tree trimming, etc. The Board also suggested to get Mr. Benton's suggestions as to the requirements on tree trimming, disposal of cuttings, licensing, etc. Mr. Fernandez requested to place this Item on the agenda for discussion and approval at the next meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board. New Business Mr. Fernandez brought to the Board's attention that Publix Supermarket is renovating the building but they have not put the amount of money Into the protect as anticipated and that the Village is out that amount of permit fees. Mr. Fernandez requested the Board's opinion as to whether or not to pursue the Issue with Publix. Mr. Laubenthal - requested a copy of the Minutes with the Village Council regarding the Publix situation for further review. Mr. Forney - stated he would not take action at this time. Mr. McClure - stated that he would like to look Into the matter and that the Minutes would be helpful. Mr. Walter - agreed with the other Board members. Mr. Fernandez - requested the Minutes of the Council regard- ing the Publix situation. The consensus of the Board is that the protect did not meet with the application as submitted In which Publix stipulated an expenditure of $1,795,000. 5. A motion for adjournment was made at 9:1 Veronica A. Galli • Secretary Ichard M. Fe andez Chairman