Loading...
10-19-2000 Regular MeetingMIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 19, 2000 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Planing and Zoning Board was held on Thursday, October 19, 2000 at the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order by Richard Fernandez at 7:35PM with the following present. ITEM I: ROLL CALL: Tim Crutchfield Prospero Herrera Cesar Sastre (not present for roll call, joined meeting at 7:45P.M.) Richard Fernandez Bob Stobs, II ALSO PRESENT: Al Berg, Planning & Zoning Director Richard Sarafan, Village Attorney Irene M. Fajardo, Recording Secretary Mr Sarafan swore in all those participating in the meeting. • Mr. Sastre joined the meeting at 7:45P.M. ITEM II: ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN Mr. Fernandez made a motion to nominate Bob Stobs for Chairman. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Mr. Herrera made a motion to nominate Richard Fernandez for Vice Chairman. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. ITEM ffi: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -September 21, 2000 Mr. Stobs moved to approve the Minutes of September 21, 2000. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0, ITEM IV: PZ00-1019-1 Boriz Moroz (owner) Shores Square Shopping Center Beauty Touch (tenant) 9061 Biscayne Blvd. Sec. 504.1: Neon sign area/window sign • Mr. Berg recommended approval of the sign provided that no additional signage be installed • Planning & Zoning meeting • -2- October 19, 2000 without Board approval. Mr. Crutchfield moved to approve the application. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0 PZ00-0817-03 Dorrie Foster Sec. 400/401 Schedule of 9495 N. Miami Ave. of Reg. -requesting variance Of 3' and 0' where 10' are required for side setback; requesting 0' where 5' are required for a rear setback - for concrete/tile patios. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and recommended denial of the request because there is nothing unusual or peculiar to the site that would merit consideration under the provisions of the code. Mr Sastre stated that he visited the site. George Chicone (on behalf of Dorrie Foster) submitted pictures to the Board. He explained that Ms. Foster was allergic to grass and that is why they needed the areas to be paved. Mr. Fernandez moved to deny the r uest fora variance. i . Herrera secoN d e mo n. Motion ems, PZOO-0817-05 Dr. John Maples 958 NE 91 Terr. Sec. 604: Site plan approval Mr Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and recommended denial of the request for the site plan approval. Staff felt that the plan for the rear elevation represents a poor choice as an addition, was not harmonious, and it should be restudied. New plans and pictures were submitted to the Board. Mr. Maples explained the reasons for the high ceiling and informed the Board that dropping the altitude would not be practical for the design (no air conditioning). Mr. Crutchfield moved to deny the request for the site plan approval. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-02 Guy E. O'Grady 800 NE 96 St. Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. Official denial of paint color Mr. Berg stated that the paint color was inappropriate and bad been denied by the Building Official. Mr. Fernandez and Mr. Sastre noted that they had visited the site. Mr. O'Grady stated that the darker color might help stop the graffiti problems. The Board asked Mr Berg if Mr. O'Grady had obtained a permit for the pink color which was the original color of the house. Mr. Berg found the old file and the approval of the pink color. Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to approve the pink color but not the blue. The motion died because no one seconded. The Board noted that the application was for approval of both the walls and the trim as one package. Mr • Planning & Zoning meeting -3- October 19, 2000 Sastre then made a second motion to deny both colors. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-03 Jeanne Eklund 1460 NE 102 St. Sec. 518(a)(b): Request site plan and Board approval for fence height and location (5' where 3.5' is allowed, chain link in front yard) on a through lot. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the various site conditions, and the staff recommendations. Ms. Jeanne Eklund amended her height request to 4' and stated that she would do the entire fence in aluminum picket. The site plan and Board approval will be 4' for fence height and location Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve site plan with an affidavit that the survey was accurate, 4' height, and a uniform picket fence along the sides and along 101 Street. Mr. Crutchfield seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. • PZ00-1019-04 • Carylev Cocaran(owner) Dr. Frankl (tenant) 9711 NE 2 Ave. Sec. 504(f)(3): Sign approval Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and code requirements. Dr. Frankl spoke about his application and the need for a phone number. Staff recommended approval for the sign application provided that the phone number in the window is removed as it is not permitted. Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve sign but not phone number. Mr. Crutchfield seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-05 Gabriel and Eliz GuiterreziMunoz Sec. 604: Site plan 3 NW 92 St. approval -garage enclosure Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and code requirements. Staff recommended approval of the garage enclosure provided that the minimum floor elevation standards for F.E.M.A. are met and provided that a Declaration of Use is recorded in the public records. Mr. Sastre announced that he had visited the site. Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve the site plan with a 5' cut back on the driveway from the house, that the floor level meet F.E.M.A. standards, and that a Declaration of Use be recorded. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Planning; & Zoning meeting PZ00-1019-06 4 October 19, 2000 Michelle Virelles 249 NE 97 St. Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. Official -denial of paint color Mr Berg stated the paint color was inappropriate and had been denied by the Building OfficiaL Mr. Fernandez and Mr. Stobs stated that they had visited the site. Alter Board discussion, Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to deny appeal of paint color. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-07 Patrick Fraser(owner) Sec 701: Appeal of Admin Alice Jacobs(owner) Officer decision re: architect Robert C. Blum(contractor) feature under Sec. 509- 1500 NE 103 St. front yard encroachment. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the appeal and staff's position that the second floor projection is an encroachment into the front yard and would require a variance. The second floor constitutes living space that will be used as a master bathroom and therefore is not an architectural feature. • Pictures were submitted that clarified Staffs position about "features". Staff asked that the second floor be re -designed to comply with the setback requirements but the applicant's representatives felt it met the criteria of an architectural feature. Max Sturman, the architect of the property, submitted pictures to the Board showing samples of architectural features that are similar to the extended wall. He also noted that the architectural features are different from what the staff had indicated. He believed staff described architectural "details", not "features". Patrick Fraser noted that a lot of money was being spent to upgrade the property and asked that the plan be approved. Alice Jacobs requested that the appeal be granted. Mr. Sarafan stated that it is for the Board to decide whether the extension is an architectural feature or a living space. Mr. Fernandez suggested that Mr. Sturman enlarge the windows on the extension to make it look hie a bay window and, therefore, more like a feature. Chairman Stobs was concerned that the applicant proposed additional floor space as an architectural feature. Mr. Sturman stated that enlarging the windows would not be a problem. Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to approve appeal but on the condition that the windows would be enlarged. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion failed 2-3 (Mr. Sastre, Mr. Stobbs, and Mr. Fernandez voting no). Therefore, the request for appeal was denied. • PZ00-1019-08 Jameson/Petersen Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. 434 NE 95 St. Official -denial of paint color The Applicant was absent, therefore, the appeal was not heard. • Planning & Zoning meeting OLD BUSINESS: Discussion of Parking Ordinances. NEW BUSINESS: 5 October 19, 2000 The Board agreed that meeting will be moved to 7:OOp.m. Mr Fernandez made a motion suggesting funding from Council for new mikes, pointers, and stands for boards. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Motion for adjournment was made at 10:30 PM • • ne M. Fa, ardo, Recording Secretary • MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 19, 2000 The regular meeting of the Miami Shores Planning and Zoning Board was held on Thursday, October 19, 2000 at the Village Hall. The meeting was called to order by Richard Fernandez at 7:35PM with the following present. ITEM I: ROLL CALL: Tim Crutchfield Prospero Herrera Cesar Sastre(not present for roll call, joined meeting at 7:45P.M.) Richard Fernandez Bob Stobs, II ALSO PRESENT: Al Berg, Planning & Zoning Director Richard Sarafan, Village Attorney Irene M. Fajardo, Recording Secretary Mr Sarafan swore in all those participating in the meeting. • Mr. Sastre joined the meeting at 7:45P.M. ITEM II: ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN Mr. Fernandez made a motion to nominate Bob Stobs for Chairman. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Mr. Herrera made a motion to nominate Richard Fernandez for Vice Chairman. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. ITEM III: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -September 21, 2000 Mr. Stobs moved to approve the Minutes of September 21, 2000. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. ITEM IV: PZ00-1019-1 Boriz Moroz (owner) Shores Square Shopping Center Beauty Touch (tenant) 9061 Biscayne Blvd. Sec. 504.1: Neon sign area/window sign • Mr. Berg recommended approval of the sign provided that no additional signage be installed • • Planning & Zoning meeting -2- October 19, 2000 without Board approval. Mr. Crutchfield moved to approve the application. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0 PZ00-0817-03 Dorrie Foster Sec. 400/401 Schedule of 9495 N. Miami Ave. of Reg. -requesting variance Of 3' and 0' where 10' are required for side setback; requesting 0' where 5' are required for a rear setback - for concrete/tile patios. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and recommended denial of the request because there is nothing unusual or peculiar to the site that would merit consideration under the provisions of the code. Mr Sastre stated that he visited the site. George Chicone (on behalf of Dorrie Foster) submitted pictures to the Board. He explained that Ms. Foster was allergic to grass and that is why they needed the areas to be paved. Mr. Fernandez moved to deny the request for a variance. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-0817-05 Dr. John Maples 958 NE 91 Terr. Sec. 604: Site plan approval Mr Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and recommended denial of the request for the site plan approval. Staff felt that the plan for the rear elevation represents a poor choice as an addition, was not harmonious, and it should be restudied. New plans and pictures were submitted to the Board. Mr. Maples explained the reasons for the high ceiling and informed the Board that dropping the altitude would not be practical for the design (no air conditioning). Mr. Crutchfield moved to deny the request for the site plan approval. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-02 Guy E. O'Grady 800 NE 96 St. Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. Official denial of paint color Mr. Berg stated that the paint color was inappropriate and had been denied by the Building Official. Mr. Fernandez and Mr. Sastre noted that they had visited the site. Mr. O'Grady stated that the darker color might help stop the graffiti problems. The Board asked Mr Berg if Mr. O'Grady had obtained a permit for the pink color which was the original color of the house. Mr. Berg found the old file and the approval of the pink color. Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to approve the pink color but not the blue. The motion died because no one seconded. The Board noted that the application was for approval of beth the walls and the trim as one package. Mr • Planning & Zoning meeting -3- October 19, 2000 Sastre then made a second motion to deny both colors. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-03 Jeanne Eklund 1460 NE 102 St. Sec. 518(a)(b): Request site plan and Board approval for fence height and location (5' where 3.5' is allowed, chain link in front yard) on a through lot. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the various site conditions, and the staff recommendations. Ms. Jeanne Eklund amended her height request to 4' and stated that she would do the entire fence in aluminum picket. The site plan and Board approval will be 4' for fence height and location Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve site plan with an affidavit that the survey was accurate, 4' height, and a uniform picket fence along the sides and along 101 Street. Mr. Crutchfield seconded the .motion. Motion passed 5-0. • PZ00-1019-04 • Carylev Cocaran(owner) Dr. Franld (tenant) 9711 NE 2 Ave. Sec. 504(1)(3): Sign approval Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and code requirements. Dr. Frankl spoke about his application and the need for a phone number. Staff recommended approval for the sign application provided that the phone number in the window is removed as it is not permitted Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve sign but not phone number. Mr. Crutchfield seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-05 Gabriel and Eliz Guiterrez/Munoz Sec. 604: Site plan 3 NW 92 St. approval -garage enclosure Mr. Berg explained the basis of the request, the site conditions, and code requirements. Staff recommended approval of the garage enclosure provided that the minimum floor elevation standards for F.E.M.A. are met and provided that a Declaration of Use is recorded in the public records. Mr. Sastre announced that he had visited the site. Mr. Fernandez made a motion to approve the site plan with a 5' cut back on the driveway from the house, that the floor level meet F.E.M.A. standards, and that a Declaration of Use be recorded. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. • Planning & Zoning meeting PZ00-1019-06 4 October 19, 2000 Michelle Virelles 249 NE 97 St. Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. Official -denial of paint color Mr Berg stated the paint color was inappropriate and had been denied by the Building Official. Mr. Fernandez and Mr. Stobs stated that they had visited the site. After Board discussion, Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to deny appeal of paint color. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. PZ00-1019-07 Patrick Fraser(owner) Alice Jacobs(owner) Robert C. Blum(contractor) 1500 NE 103 St. Sec 701: Appeal of Admin Officer decision re: architect feature under Sec. 509 - front yard encroachment. Mr. Berg explained the basis of the appeal and staffs position that the second floor projection is an encroachment into the front yard and would require a variance. The second floor constitutes living space that will be used as a master bathroom and therefore is not an architectural feature. • Pictures were submitted that clarified Staffs position about "features". Staff asked that the second floor be re -designed to comply with the setback requirements but the applicant's representatives felt it met the criteria of an architectural feature. Max Sturman, the architect of the property, submitted pictures to the Board showing samples of architectural features that are similar to the extended wall. He also noted that the architectural features are different from what the staff had indicated. He believed staff described architectural "details", not "features". Patrick Fraser noted that a lot of money was being spent to upgrade the property and asked that the plan be approved. Alice Jacobs requested that the appeal be granted. Mr. Sarafan stated that it is for the Board to decide whether the extension is an architectural feature or a living space. Mr. Fernandez suggested that Mr. Sturman enlarge the windows on the extension to make it look lie a bay window and, therefore, more hie a feature. Chairman Stobs was concerned that the applicant proposed additional floor space as an architectural feature. Mr. Sturman stated that enlarging the windows would not be a problem. Mr. Crutchfield made a motion to approve appeal but on the condition that the windows would be enlarged. Mr. Herrera seconded the motion. Motion failed 2-3 (Mr. Sastre, Mr. Stobbs, and Mr. Fernandez voting no). Therefore, the request for appeal was denied. • PZ00-1019-08 Jameson/Petersen Sec. 523: Appeal of Bldg. 434 NE 95 St. Official -denial of paint color The Applicant was absent, therefore, the appeal was not heard. • Planning & Zoning meeting 5 October 19, 2000 OLD BUSINESS: Discussion of Parking Ordinances. NEW BUSINESS: The Board agreed that meeting will be moved to 7:OOp.m. Mr Fernandez made a motion suggesting funding from Council for new mikes, pointers, and stands for boards. Mr. Sastre seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0. Motion for adjournment was made at 10:30 PM (Irene M. Fajardo, Recording Secretary • •