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08-25-1994 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 25, 1994 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Planning & Zoning Board was held on Thursday August 25, 1994. The meeting was called to order at 7:34 P.M. by Chairman Walters with the following members present: Cliff Walters Robert Blum Charles Smith Larry McClure Absent: Les Forney Also Present: Mr. Bill Fann, Village Attorney Mr. Frank LuBlen, Director Building & Zoning 1. Minutes - August 11, 1994 Mr. McClure moved to approve the Minutes of August 11, 1994 as submitted. Mr. Smith seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 2. Request for approval of plans for garage enclosure and flat roof additions. Christopher Avina 115 NW 109 St After a discussion and review of the plans, Mr. McClure moved to approve the plans as submitted. Mr. Smith seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 3. Request for approval of plans for Illuminated awning sign. Jiffy Lube int., Inc. 8787 Biscayne Blvd. Mr. Fritz Mann of Dan's Signs stated that all present signs will be eliminated from the building. After a discussion, Mr. Blum moved to approve the plans as submitted. Mr. Smith seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.' 4. Discussion and possible action: Transmission tower at maintenance compound of the Country Club. BellSouth Mobility Inc Mr. Reid Plnkham, Manager Real Estate & Construction Mr. Pinkham presented photographs to the Board indicating the proposed tower. Mr. Michael Couzzo, Village Manager, stated that there are revenue interests to be considered for the Village. Chairman Walters stated that the proposed site would be a good location for the tower In that It would be unobtrusive. • Planning & Zoning meeting - 2 - August 24, 1994 He also stated that the additional revenues generated by such a structure coupled with the fact that the Police Department and Public Works Department could use the facility at no charge, indicate that this project is clearly in the community's best Interest. Mr. Smith agreed with Chairman Walters. Mr. McClure stated the zoning of the location is for parks and not for a private operation. Mr. Fann stated that the Issue of zoning would have to be reviewed. 'Mr. Smith moved to refer the item to Council with conceptual approval with a request for input from the Council, Village Attorney and the public. Mr. Blum seconded the motion and the vote was: Mr. Smith, Mr. Blum and Chairman Walters YES; Mr. McClure NO. The motion passed. 3a. Approval of plans for on -grade patio, constructed with pavers on sand. Patty Walker 9301 NE 4 Ave After very little discussion, Mr. Blum moved to approve the application as submitted. Mr. McClure seconded the motion and It passed unanimously. 5. Discussion: Landscape Ordinance Mr. McClure stated, that In his opinion, the Landscape Ordinance Is not as functional as It should be because he has not seen a noticable Improvement throughout the Village. Mr. LuBien stated the Ordinance is working. The problem to be addressed Is the Code Enforcement of the provisions stated in the Ordinance. Recent changes In the structure of the department should result In more vigorous enforcement of the ordinance. Chairman Walters requested Mr. LuBien to invite the new Community Affairs Specialist to the next Planning & Zoning meeting so as they could be acquainted and discuss various matters. A motion for adjournment was made at Veronica A. Galli, Secretary ers, Cha ice'.,