03-14-1996 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 14, 1996
The regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board was held on Thursday, March 14, 1996 in
the Chamber of the Village Hall commencing at 7:35 P.M. The meeting was called to order with
the following members present:
ITEM #1
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
Robert Blum, Vice Chairman
Thomas J. Caldwell
Les Forney
Frank Hegedus
Cliff Walters, Chairman
Mark Ulmer, Village Attorney
Frank LuBien
Lisa Kroboth
MINUTES - JANUARY 25, 1996
Mr. Forney moved that the minutes of the January 25, 1996 meeting be approved. Mr. Caldwell
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor.
ITEM #2 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF DIVISION OF LAND WITHOUT PLAT.
David & Karen Averill 10125 Biscayne Blvd.
Norman & Sara Seidler 1150 N.E. 102 Street
Mr. LuBien stated that the actual document which shows the three platted lots involved has been
submitted for approval. Two of the lots are occupied. The third adjoins both properties. The
owners wish to divide the middle lot, thus making two lots out of three. Mr. Howard C. Gamble,
land surveyor, was present on behalf of the applicants.
Mr. Ulmer stated that Section 528 of the Code applies to this application. He stated that the
Village has adopted Dade County Plat Provisions and plat waivers. He noted that the County is
the governing body that grants waivers. Mr. Ulmer asked if the applicant had been before Dade
County Planning & Zoning to obtain this waiver. Mr. Gamble stated that the County usually
requires approval from the local municipality first.
Mr. Forney moved for approval of the request for division of land without plat subject to approval
by Dade County provided the County approves the waiver of plat. Mr. Caldwell seconded the
motion and the vote was unanimous in favor. Mr. LuBien noted that the item must go before the
Village Council for approval.
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ITEM #3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF CAMPUS MASTER PLAN FOR PERIMETER
SECURITY, LIGHTING, IMPROVEMENTS, REDISTRIBUTION OF
PARKING, SIDEWALKS, AND REDESIGN OF MIAMI AVENUE
CORRIDOR. Barry University 11300 N.E. 2 Avenue
Mr. LuBien stated that a campus masterplan has been submitted for approval to develop and
improve the university campus. Mr. Forney stated that due to the impact of the project, there
should be a public hearing for citizens to voice their concerns before any action is taken.
Mr. Tim Czerniec, Barry University's Vice President for Business and Finance was present to
introduce the application. He stated that a study had been performed to address issues which
concern both the university and the surrounding community. He stated that the improvements
would be an enhancement to the neighborhood.
Mr. Randall Atlas, Atlas Safety & Security Design, Inc. and Mr. Tom Laubenthal, landscape
architect conducted the study and presented the findings to the Board. Mr. Atlas stated that he
was asked to conduct a security evaluation for Barry University. Mr. Atlas' background is a
specialty in prevention of crime through environmental design. The objective is to continue the
sense of a safe community to the university campus. The primary focus is to reduce the
opportunity for crime by first securing the perimeter. Mr. Atlas stated that the proposed
improvements would allow for a secure campus perimeter that controls the flow of persons onto
the campus in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
Mr. Atlas noted that the Dade County masterplan reflects a proposal to widen North Miami
Avenue to a five lane road. Dade County is waiting for Barry University to submit their roadway
improvement plan for North Miami Avenue. As most of Barry University parking is west of
North Miami Avenue, the University would like to create a corridor that acts as a school zone
with a pedestrian crossing, a turn lane and protected median.
Mr. Laubenthal noted that all improvements were made to be consistent with Miami Shores
Village Code in the S-1 district. A continuous system of interlinked fences and buildings will limit
access to the campus except at designated control points. Curbing, sidewalks and landscaping
will eliminate the external parking. Upgrading lighting to industry standards with designed
screening will direct any overflow lighting or glare inward toward campus.
Mr. Caldwell asked where the overflow parking would go when the west parking lots are full.
Mr. Laubenthal stated that the masterplan calls for an expansion of the parking lot on the west 40
acre parcel. Additional spaces will also be added in front of the dorms.
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Mr. Laubenthal noted that the following items should be considered by the Board: 1. Parking
2. Fences and walls 3. Additional landscaping 4. Irrigation 5. Lighting improvements. Mr.
Forney stated that he still had reservations since the residents surrounding the area have not been
given the opportunity for input. Mr. Blum confirmed Mr. Czerniec's statement that the plan was
an enhancement to the area. However, he too would be more comfortable hearing from area
residents.
Mr. Forney moved that the item be tabled until the next regularly scheduled meeting. The
Building & Zoning Director was instructed to notify the Village Administration to ensure that all
concerned property owners be notified of a public hearing at least three days prior to such
meeting. Mr. Caldwell seconded the motion.
Mr. Ulmer noted that to avoid further delay, the Board should address all concerns tonight to
allow for closure at the next meeting. Mr. Blum asked that flowering trees on the landscape plan
be more specific. Mr. Caldwell again asked where the overflow parking would go if the west side
parking lot was full, noting cars could park on the swale area across from the university.
The vote was called and was unanimous in favor.
ITEM #4 DISCUSSION REGARDING A REQUEST BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL TO
LIST PORTIONS OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES THE PLANNING &
ZONING BOARD WOULD LIKE TO SEE REVIEWED FOR POSSIBLE
AMENDMENT, AS WELL AS MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
ADDITIONS.
At the request of the Chairman, Cliff Walters, the item was postponed until the next regular
meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board.
ITEM #5 BOARD COMMENTS
Mr. Caldwell noted that the Everett building was still in the same condition. Mr. Ulmer stated
that this item was brought before the Code Enforcement Board. The owners were found guilty
and have thirty days to come before the Planning & Zoning Board. They were assessed an
administrative fee of $180.00.
Mr. Forney noted that a Miami Herald Neighbors article invited all of South Florida to roller
blade in Miami Shores Village Bayfront Park.
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ITEM #6 ADJOURNMENT
The March 14, 1996 meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board was adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
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Elizabeth A. Kroboth, Recording Secretary
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Robert Blum, Acting Chairman