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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2022-06 - Moorish Revival Style Design HandbookSponsored by: City Manager ORDINANCE NO. 2022-06 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO INCLUDE THE MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMIT AND SEVERABILITY; CODIFICATION; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Opa-Locka ("City") was founded by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss in 1926 who developed the City with a Moorish architecture theme. Based on a One Thousand and One Nights theme, Opa-Locka has the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere, and streets with such names as Sabur Lane, Sultan Avenue, Ali Baba Avenue, Perviz Avenue, and Sesame Street; and WHEREAS, Curtiss commissioned New York -based architect Bernhardt Emil Muller to design Opa-Locka's unique blend of Arabic, Persian and Moorish themes; and WHEREAS, since its inception, Opa-Locka's Moorish Architecture has been the central theme in the development of the City, so much so that the City has chosen to embrace the design aesthetics in all new development in the City; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Community Development Department has crafted a Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook, attached hereto as Exhibit "A", for inclusion within the City's Land Development Regulations as Article V, Section 22-142 for developers looking to build in the City to provide guidelines and concepts. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. RECITALS. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference. SECTION 2. APPROVAL,/DENIAL. Approval of Adoption of Moorish Style Design Handbook. The City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka hereby amends the City's Land Development Regulations, Article V, Section 22-142 to include the Moorish Style Design Handbook, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and state as follows: Ordinance No. 2022-06 Sec. 22-142 Moorish Revival Style Design Standards The Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook shall serve as guidelines to provide certain minimum standards, provisions and requirements for the appropriate and acceptable design and minimum required criteria for tenants or owners implementing renovations additions and or new construction within the City of Opa-Locka. New building and structures hereafter erected within the City shall embrace the concepts and requirements of these guidelines. Additions, alterations, repairs and changes of use in all buildings and structures within the City shall conform to the requirements of these guidelines. SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage, approval and publication or as otherwise provided by law. SECTION 4. CONFLICT & REPEALER. All ordinances, parts of ordinances or code provisions in conflict herewith ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of the Code or applications of this Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. SECTION 6. INCLUSION IN CODE. It is the intention of the City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka that the provisions of this Ordinance shall at some time in the future become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Opa-Locka and that the sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re -lettered and the word "Ordinance" may be changed to "Chapter," "Section," "Article" or such other appropriate word or phrase, the use of which shall accomplish the intentions herein expressed; provided, however, that Section 1 hereof or the provisions contemplated thereby shall not be codified. 2 Ordinance No. 2022-06 SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect upon the adoption of this Ordinance by the Commission of the City of Opa-Locka is subject to the approval of the Governor or Governor's Designee. PASSED FIRST READING this 8th day of December 2021. PASSED SECOND READING this 12th day of January 2022. ATTEST: nna Flores, City Clerk Moved by: Vice Mayor Taylor Seconded by: Commissioner Dominguez VOTE: 5-0 Commissioner Bass YES Commissioner Davis YES Commissioner Dominguez YES Vice Mayor Taylor YES Mayor Williams YES Veronica J. Williams, ' ayor APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: Burna Norris-Weeks, P.A. City Attorney 3 12NW 1 NEIGHBORS I I SUNDAY JANUARY 2 2022 CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka, Florida will hold public hearings at the Regular Commission Meeting on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., at Sherbondy Village Auditorium, 215 Perviz Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, to consider the following items for final adoption: SECOND READING ORDINANCES/PUBLIC HEARING: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ANNUAL ADOPTED GENERAL, PROPRIETARY AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS BUDGETS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2021 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, ADJUSTING REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES AS REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ESTABLISHED BY THE BUDGET; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPROPRIATION OF ALL BUDGETS AND EXPENDITURES; PROVIDING FOR FEES CONSISTENT WITH APPROPRIATIONS AND AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE XI, DIVISION 13 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION BOARD" TO ESTABLISH MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR MUNICIPAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAMS AS SET FORTH IN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE SECTION 16A-3.1; PROVIDING FOR BOARD ORGANIZATION AND QUALIFICATIONS; BOARD DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES; SCOPE OF REGULATIONS; DEFINITIONS; ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS; SITE/DISTRICT/ZONE DESIGNATION PROCESS AND PROCEDURES; DEMOLITION PROCESS AND PROCEDURES; PROCEDURES FOR MAINTENANCE OF DESIGNATED PROPERTIES; CERTIFICATE TO DIG PROCEDURES; AN APPEALS PROCESS; PENALTIES AND INCENTIVES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; RESCINDING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (SPECIAL DISTRICT) IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 189.071 FLORIDA STATUTES, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 88-03 AND ORDINANCE 88-04, FOR THE ALI-BABA NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT WITHIN AN AREA CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 45 ACRES, BOUNDED ON THE EAST BY N.W. 17"' AVENUE, ON THE WEST BY N.W. 22M° AVENUE, ON THE NORTH BY N.W. 151.T STREET, AND ON THE SOUTH BY N.W. ALI BABA AVENUE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (SPECIAL DISTRICT) IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 189.071 FLORIDA STATUTES, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 88-03 AND ORDINANCE 88-11, FOR THE EAST -WEST SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD DISTRICT WITHIN AN AREA CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 100 ACRES, BOUNDED ON THE EAST BY N.W. 17T" AVENUE, ON THE WEST BY N.W. 22X° AVENUE, ON THE NORTH BY N.W. 141.7 STREET, AND ON THE SOUTH BY N.W. 135^' STREET; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF A SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (SPECIAL DISTRICT) IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 189.071 FLORIDA STATUTES, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 88-03 AND ORDINANCE 88-05, FOR THE NILE GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT WITHIN AN AREA CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 320 ACRES, BOUNDED ON THE EAST BY N.W. 27TH AVENUE, ON THE WEST BY ALEXANDRIA DRIVE, ON THE NORTH BY N.W. 135TH STREET, AND ON THE SOUTH BY N.W. 128TH STREET; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE THE MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMIT AND SEVERABILITY; CODIFICATION; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE ARTICLE IV, SECTION 22-101, CREATING THE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN OPA-LOCKA DISTRICT PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PROVIDING FOR PERMITTED AND PROHIBITED USES; PROVIDING FOR DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA; PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL PERMIT REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE ARTICLE IV, SECTION 22-102, CREATING THE OPA-LOCKA INNOVATION DISTRICT, PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PROVIDING FOR PERMITTED AND PROHIBITED USES, PROVIDING FOR DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND INCENTIVES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading / public hearing held on December 8, 2021). RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AN INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE / DISTRIBUTION & OFFICE SPACE DEVELOPMENT BUILDING LOCATED AT 12805 LE JEUNE ROAD AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2129-000-0061 IN THE 1-3 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA APPROVING THE FINAL SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AN INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE / DISTRIBUTION & OFFICE SPACE DEVELOPMENT BUILDING LOCATED AT 12805 LE JEUNE ROAD AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08.2129-000-0061 IN THE 1-3 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT REVIEW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AN INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE / DISTRIBUTION & OFFICE SPACE DEVELOPMENT BUILDING LOCATED AT 12805 LE JEUNE ROAD AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2129-000-0061 IN THE 1-3 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. All interested persons are encouraged to participate and will be heard with respect to the public hearings. Additional information on the above item may be obtained by contacting the Office of the City Clerk by telephone 305-953-2800 or email L(oresRopelockafigoy. To participate or provide comments virtually, please register on the City of Opa-locka website at www.opalockafl.gov no later than 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to participate in the proceeding should contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 953-2800 for assistance not later than five (5) days prior to the proceeding. If hearing impaired, you may telephone the Florida Relay Service at (800) 955-8771 (TTY), (800) 955-8770 (Voice), (877) 955-8773 (Spanish) or (877) 955-8707 (Creole). PURSUANT TO FS 286.0105: Anyone who desires to appeal any decision made by any board, agency, or commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings, and for that reason, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal may be based. Joanna Flores, CMC City Clerk City of Opa-locka City of Opa-Locka Agenda Cover Memo Department Director: Gregory Gay Department Director Signature: __ Finance Director: FD Signature: Department City Manager: John E. Pate CM Signature: Commission Meeting Date: 12-8-21 Item Type: (Enter X in box) Resolution 0 ance Other X Fiscal Impact: (Enter X in box) Yes No Ordinance Reading: (Enter X in box) In Reading 2nd Reading X X Public Hearing: (Enter X in box) Yes No Yes No X Funding Source: Account#: (Enter Fund & Dept) Ex: PTP Advertising Requirement: (Enter X in box) Yes No X Contract/P.O. Required: (Enter X in box) Yes No RFP/RFQ/Bi#: N/A X Strategic Plan Related (Enter X in box) Yes No Strategic Plan Enhance Organizational Bus. & Economic Public Safety Quality of Education Qual. of Life & Communcation Priority Area: m Strategic Plan Obj./Strategy: (list the specific objective/strategy this item will address) X Dev • 0 City Image 0 M Sponsor Name City Manager Department: Planning & Community Development City Manager Short Title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS PURUSANT TO ARTICLE V — MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMIT AND EVERABILITY; CODIFICATION; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.. Staff Summary: The City of Opa-locka was founded by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss in 1926 who developed the city with a Moorish architecture theme. Curtiss commissioned New York -based architect Bernhardt Emil Muller to design Opa-Locka's unique blend of Arabic, Persian and Moorish themes based on a One Thousand and One Nights theme, as a result, Opa-Iocka has the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere.Since its inception, Opa-locka's Moorish Architecture has been the central theme in the development of the City, so much so that the City has chosen to embrace the design aesthetics in all new development in the City. With that being said, the Planning and Community Development Department has crafted a Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook for developers looking to build in the City to provide guidelines and concepts Proposed Action: Staff has recommended approval of this legislation. Attachment: PCD Staff Report — Moorish revivial Style Handbook Moorish Design Ordinance 11-19-2020 City of Opa-Iocka Moorish Design Guidelines handbook 5. APPLICANT NAME: PROPERTY OWNER: PROPERTY ADDRESS: CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CITY OF OPA-LOCKA THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA. FL 33054 REQU EST: AN ORDINANCE OF THE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA. FLORIDA. RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE OPA- LOCKA MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK WITHIN CHAPTER IV OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. PLANNING September 8th COUNCIL 2020 Land Development Regulations: MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK STAFF'S REQUEST: To amend the land development regulations with updated standards applicable to the future development of the city. Staff Report L 111- ul Op; -lncka I Plannin4 aid DcNcl(pnie i Ucl.uuucw Background • The City of Opa-Locka's Land Development Regulations. updated in 2015. was crafted in partnership with the Corradino Group and City staff to add substantial changes and improvements to the development standards. The LDR comprises of eleven articles which give standards and regulations to the development of the City. • The City of Opa-locka was founded by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss in 1926 who developed the city with a Moorish architecture theme. Based on a One Thousand and One Nights theme, Opa-locka has the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere. • The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards is intended to serve as guidelines which insures our rich architectural heritage is maintained in all future development in the GREAT City of Opa-locka. The intent of the "Opa-locka Moorish Revival Architecture" design handbook is to continue the support of our City's founder, Glenn Curtiss's vision consistent with the established historic building fabric of the City and enhance the image of the City by providing a visual linkage between contemporary development and the City's unique historic thematic appearance. II. Details • Staff's intent Staff proposes to update the following articles to reflect the current momentum towards improving our cities appearance and functionality for a cleaner and more presentable community for our citizens and visitors. With this in mind. the Planning and Community Development Department has crafted a Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook for developers looking to build in the City to provide guidelines and concepts. [11. Overall Analysis • The current LDR lacks the strength to address many of these issues directly and many times leaves staff to interpret the code which can lead to misrepresentation of city goals and objectives. • Drafted in 2015. standards have been updated county wide to address many of the aforementioned changes. the updates are a reflection of more progressive municipalities in the county in upgrading our city standards and creating a new narrative for the city moving forward. The LDR does not address design aesthetics to address the Moorish theme of architecture we would like to see preserved in our city. With the passing of this item. it will provide a roadmap and a dialogue to creating an image the citizens can be proud of and to guide future development while maintaining the city's icon imagery. Staff R.ecom nendation: Staff recommends approval of the LDR amendments pending the following: CH) (11 ( )pa-locka I Pawning and (uwwunin flevelopnicw I)cp,inrociu Page 3 of 5 • Review of the Moorish Revival Style Handbook V Attachments: ■ City of Opa-locka Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook Plannin• and Communi r Develo ment De artment Project Planner Corion J. DeLaine. City Planner Zoning Gerald J. Lee, Zoning Official Approved by Gregory D. Gay, Director Plannin: and Community Development V1. Staff Report Updated After the Planning Council Meeting on September 8, 2020. Reflected Actions: I. Planning Council Decision: (PLEASE SEE MEETING MINUTES FOR DETAIL DISCUSSIONS) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COUNCR., OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, RELATING TO THE APPLICATION OF: WHEREAS, Staff has appeared before this Board for the request in the application, and all evidence, documents and exhibits have been received and marked pursuant to the Code of Ordinance of the City of Opa-locka. NOW, THEREFORE. IT IS RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: 1) That the request in the application by the applicant be and the same is hereby a. APPROVED b. DENIED u c. NOT DETERMINE until additional consideration at the regular meeting to be held on_ / 2) That the following special condition be and they are hereby imposed, conditioning the determination aforementioned: a. b. *** The Planning Council Approval of this request was approved by a - vote*** I HEREBY CERTIFY that the resolution containing the determination of this Board is a true and correct cope as is reflected upon the public records of the City of Opa-locks this day of (:it( ul Opa-Iocka1Planning and Con nnnnil Doelopniein Depanna•ni Page 4 of 5 Chairperson or Designee CH) OI O1 a-Iocka I Plannint antl ('.niittlimHA I)r'elc,pnicnn 1)cpatuucin The Following changeslrecommendations are updates based on the Planning Council Meeting discussions in regards to the proposed LDR Amendments CIl) or Opa-Iuckal PLnuuii ull '.minuunm I)e,cl,rpmcw I)cp,uin,cni 01'4 GT4'616JAi_ 9 V_P)l _`) 72) 9,9_k i i tPI1') i'l l Il l) ;.10 1 i ll ;,1 �j )" ;? '; �, �_i 1 I I J '.' I) ', • �J 1 1 'S I I 1 '; 1 1 '(; (,'. I \)'' l,_I _J'j'J II) PJ,_r i; The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards is intended to serve as guidelines which insures our rich architectual heritigae is maintained in all future development in the GREAT City of Opa- locka. The intent of the "Opa-locka Moorish Revival Architecture" design handbook is to continue the support of our City's founder, Glenn Curtiss's vision consistent with the established historic building fabric of the City and enhance the image of the City by providing a visual linkage between contemporary development and the City's unique historic thematic appearance. The character of the built environment established by the founder of Opa-locka's inspiration of crafting a unique destination for visitors and potential residents to enjoy. The boundaries included encompass a large area of the downtown and surrounding area in which has a large amount of historically registered properites in which were developed during early 20th century and the style of architecture for new buildings should reflect the native building traditions and legacy of the original developers.This handbook contains necessary information to guide and assist individuals in: • Understanding Moorish Revival Architecture • Preparing design and construction plans to meet the design requirements of the guidelines and pertinent governing authorites. • Treatment of facades of their building in the Moorish/Arabian Architectural Design Style so they may take advantage of special development bonuses and allowances provided by the City of Opa-locka. • Specific existing buildings within the City of Opa-locka have been selceted as they exemplify Moorish Architectural Design Styles. The Moorish design is sometimes referred to as the Arabian design and goes to suggest the specific origin of the theme for the design of the City. The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards are provided as an incentive to property owners to encourage and expand the creative use of the various architectural styles in association with promoting public realm improvements in exchange for development bonuses that provide amenities and features typically provided in Moorish Revival style buildings. The Architectural Regulations specify the materials and configurations encouraged for walls, roofs, openings, and other elements. The guidelines contained herein may be modified by process of Waiver should the Director of Planning and Community Development find that the proposed design results in a project that is consistent with the intent of this section, is compatible with the neighborhood, and enhances the projects context with the neighborhood. Exemptions to individual elements may be granted through a public hearing and process of Exemption. The Design Standards provide a strong emphasis on aesthetics and architectural design with regulations that encourage the planned mixing of uses to establish identity, diversity and focus to promote a pedestrian friendly environment. This is accomplished through the utilization of a variety of architectural attributes and street level amenities that create a sense of place, including the spatial relationship of buildings and the characteristics which ensure attractive and functional areas through the integration of street level plazas, courtyards, open space and public gathering areas including the creation and preservation of corridors, vistas and landmark features. The purpose of these guidelines is to provide certain minimum standards, provisons and requirements for the appropriate and acceptable design and minimum required criteria for tenants or owners implementing renovations additions and or new construction within the City of Opa-locka. New building and structures hereafter erected within the City shall embrace the concepts and requirements of these guidlelines. Additions, alterations, repairs and changes of use in all buidlings and structures shall conform to the requirements of these guidelines. OA:61(psiiiivomanAv > �i�Jtjl�J �r►�� ��In��J J������� +.�► � Buildings: All buildings and/or structures and all parts thereof shall be maintained during their lifetime in a safe condition and as per the local requirement of the South Florida Building Code and any other local requirements. Property: No construstion debris or trash of any kind shall remain on any lot, or on sidewalk or street contriguous thereto; no excess building materials, storage shed or trash shall remain on such a lot, sidewalk or street. It is hereby made the duty of the Owner or his agent to remove or cause to be removed any and all of the above construction debris within 72 hours of project completion. Owner with intentions to remodel the exterior facade of a building or structure or portion of such must prepare and submit to the Building Department Remodeling plans reflecting changes to be made on all phases of work for revie and appproval. A set of plans of the existing building faced must also be made part of the remodeling plans for proper coordination. In the event the remodeling work is only limited to painting, decorating, and general cleaning, the Building Department must be formally notified in writing with the pertinent information, a rendering which shows the scope of work and proposed colors. Remodeling Plans must included all applicable item outlined in this handbook. All applicable locla building codes, approvals and requried permits will fully apply to any remodeling work. Owner will examine the enclosed material for items required for review on submitted plans and specifications. Submit Preliminary Plans to the Planning and Community Development Department in accordance to the preliminary plan submission requirements (Refer to Preliminary Plan Submittal Requirements) After receipt of preliminary plan approval, prepare and submit complete plans nd specifications to the Building Department A. Note: When submitting preliminary site plans, owner must send ten (10) sets of plans. When submitted construction plans, submit two (2) sets of plans B. Note: Approval of Preliminary Plans shall not constitue guaranteed final approval. At this time, comments will be made, which in turn shall be incorporated by the owner into the plans in pursuit of final approval. C. Note: Approval of all plans can be easily obtained by applying all requirements of these Guidelines to the plans and specifications. The Planning and Community Development Department will release the plans submitted by the owner for building permit after full plan review and approval is accomplished. Note: Approval of Owner's plan and specifications by Planning and Community Development Department does not release the owner from fully complying with all applicable building codes and requirements. The Planning and Community development Department review process is for compliance with the Moorish Revival Architectural design parameters as dictated in this Handbook. Send all revisions to the plans and specifications to the Planning and Community Development Department for approval in accordance with the above outlined procedure. Sould deviations from approved final plans become apparent during or after construction, without having been approved previously, these shall be subject to removal at Owner's expense and at the discretion of Planning and Community Development/Building Department. Allow two (2) weeks time for processing and plan review. The owner may start construction proceedings upon written proceed approval of the construction plans by the Planning and Community Development Department/Building Department, and receipt of all required permits from municipal or other authories having jurisdiction over the project. Preliminary Plan Submittal Requirements The Preliminary Plans must include but not be limited to the following: A. Site Plan (1"-20' min. scale). 1. Setbacks, building location/foorprint. 2. Materials. 3. Signage. 4. Locations of all exterior mechanical equipment and screening. B. Elevations (facade) (1/8" or''/," =1'-0" min. scale). 1. Four (4) Elevations. Front, Rear, and Side views. 2. Materials/Finishes. 3. Colors. (optional) 4. Building Signage. 5. Locations of all exterior mechanical equipment and screening. 6. Color rendering of proposed improvements. C. General 1. All plans and elevations with major dimensions. 2. Sections if necessary to expalin the design. 3. Sketchy or incomplete plans will not be reviewed. Final Construction Plans Submittal Requirement After receiving preliminary plan approval from the Planning and Community Development Department, the Owner can prepare and submit comprehensive construction plans and specifications which shall include but not limited to the items listed: 1. Architectural and Engineering Construction Plans. a. Location Plan. b. Floor Plans. If they apply to the facade. c. Elevations with finish notations. d. Finish schedules. 2. Landscaping irrigation plans, if they apply to facade plus site and building signage. i. Owner pick-up and review requirements of design guidelines from Planning and Community Development Department office. ii. Owner submit remodeling plans/preliminary to Planning and Community Development Department. (10) sets of proposed plans rendering. iii. Review and approval of owner submitted plans by Planning and Community Development Department. iv. Owner correct andfinalize plans as required by local building code and Planning and Community Development Guidelines and comments. v. Submittal of final plans to the Planning and Community Development Department/Building Department. vi. Review and approval of Owner submitted plans by Planning and Community Development Department. vii. Owner submit plans to Building and Planning and Community Development Department. 0 1'i),1, I I, IJ�-� a. Style To protect and reinforce Opa-locka's unique visual character, new construction and major additions should be compatible with Moorish Revival style, and traditional building forms associated with the existing architectural style of the City. b. Openings 1. Materials (a) Windows that have frames that are made of vinyl clad wood, aluminum, or other weather resistant materials may be used provided that they are kept painted or have an acceptable integral color. All windows shall be kept in good repair and should be glazed with clear glass. (b) Windows may be a Miami -Dade County rated impact -resistant type but include faux mullions so that the traditional appearance of a sash window with multiple lights, is maintained. (c) Non -transparent portions of doors should be painted wood, flush steel or fiberglass with wood veneer. (d) Window sills and stucco trims shall be preserved, replaced or restored. 2. Window Configuration (a) Windows should be rectangular single, double, triple -hung, operable sash types. Typically windows contained multiple panes (or lights) that were divided into equal units by muntins. Windows should be of a vertical or square proportion with multiple lights, except that transoms may be oriented horizontally. (b) Window muntins may be simulated or true divided lights. (c) Shutters should be sized and shaped to match the associated openings. Shutters may be operable with all associated hardware. Bahamian style shutters are encouraged. (d) Colors of windows, doors and shutters should be of a combined color palette that conforms to the Morrish Revival Style and shall be approved by Planning and Community Development Department. c. Walls The following requirements apply to all exterior walls for all front facades. All elements of all building elevations shall complete a total and continuous design. The following requirements apply to the front exterior walls of all buildings located in the City and used for commercial or business purposes. All elements of the facade elevations shall be harmonious and of integral design. Damaged details and materials shall be replaced so as to be undetectable as a replacement. 1. Material/ Configuration (a) Walls should be finished to be compatable in color, texture, composition and character with the Moorish Architecture of the City. All exterior finishes will be subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development Department. (b) Walls should be built using no more than two materials, with the heavier material below the lighter. (c) Wood is not recommended as a major element of the exterior facade. In the event where wood is existing or wood details or features being added; all wood or wood siding will be pressure treated, finished painted, stained or otherwise protected from the elements of nature. All exterior wood will be fully maintained in new construction. (d) Trim should be of highest -grade lumber. (e) Arches and Piers of masonry should be no less than twelve (12) inches square. (f) Posts of wood or metal should be no less than six (6) inches x six (6) inches. (g) Colors shall be of a light color palette that conforms to the Caribbean Style and should be approved by the Department of Planning. d. Porches 1. Material (a) Porches and railings should have their columns, posts, spindles and balusters made of wood, stucco on masonry or metal. (b) Awnings should have a metal armature covered with canvas or synthetic canvas. (c) Equipment including HVAC, utility meters and satellite dishes should not face streets. (d) Paving for front walks should be brick or concrete. 2. Configuration (a) Porches should have vertically proportioned openings. (b) Railings should have horizontal top and bottom rails centered on the spindles or balusters. The openings between balusters and spindles should not exceed four (4) inches or the minimum the building code requires. Bottom rails should be above the level of the porch floor. (c) Balconies, which cantilever, should be visibly supported by structural brackets. e. Roofs 1. Material (a) Finished materials for pitched roofs must be compatible with the design theme for the city. Materials not permitted are wood shakes, or pitched gravel roofs; materials not recommended are asphalt shingles. Other matrials not specifically mentioned are subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development Department. (b) Mansard roofs and Ganbrel roofs characterized by steep lower slope and flatter upper portion shall not be permitted. The Planning and Community Development Department will review individual projects for specific conditions of roof requirements for approval. (c) For pitched roofs visible from the public right of way either in front of, or to a side elevation of a building the following roof requirements shall apply: • The finished roofing material shall be clean and in good state or condition. • The finished roofing material shall have a color compatible with the building color scheme. (d) Roof overhangs are permissible and encouraged for pedestrian protection and to provide protection to the storefront in a functional and decorative manner. (e) Roof top mechanical equipment must be located to reduce or elimniate its visibility from the public right-of-way. All equipment will be decoratively shielded if it cannot be hidden from view. Decorative shielding must be composed of materials and colors compatible with the total materials, colors and design of the building. (f) Roof top signage shall not be permitted. Sponsored advertisement on roofs or exterior walls shall not be permitted. (g) Gutters and rainwater leaders shall be exposed only if detailed properly to add character to he design. They must be painted to match fascia, wall or column. Drainage from these rainwater leaders must be primarily directed into catch basins. Drainage into pedestrian paths and secondarily into catch basins shall not be permitted. (h) Flashing visible from the public right-of-way must be neat and adequately installed. Visible flashing shall be painted to match the surface of an adjacent wall or adjacent trim. (i) If there is sufficient evidence to suspect structural instability or termite presense, a County or City roof inspection will be required prior to the beginning of the project. Roof repairs or termite treatment may be required. 2. Configuration (a) Principal Roofs should have a symmetrical gable or hip with a slope between 4:12 and 12:12, or if flat, should have a parapet wall no less than 24" in height. (b) Ancillary Roofs (attached to walls of the principal Building) may be flat with parapet or may be sheds sloped no less than 2:12. (c) Eaves should be continuous. Eaves which overhang less than eight (8) inches should have a closed soffit. Eaves which overhang more than sixteen (16) inches should have exposed rafters. Eaves which overhang between eight (8) inches and sixteen (16) inches may have either a closed soffit or exposed rafter and rafter tails. (d) Roof penetrations, including vent stacks, should not be placed on the slope of the roof facing the street. Roof penetrations should be finished to match the color of the roof. (e) Skylights should be flat and mounted only to the rear slope of the roof. f. Exterior Walls (a) The following requirements apply to all exterior walls for all front facades. All elements of all building elevations shall complete a total and continuous design. The following requirements apply to the front exterior walls of all buildings located in the City and used for commercial or business purposes. All elements of the facade elevations shall be harmonious and of intergral design. Damaged details and materials shall b eplced so as to be undetectable as a replacement (b) All new materials, colors and design must be in compliance with the South Florida Building Code, and must be compatible with existing materials. (c) Exterior wall finishes will be compatible in color, texture, compostition and character with the Moorish Revival Architecture theme of the City. All exterior finishes will be subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development. (d) Wood is not recommended as a major element of the exterior facade. In theevent where wood is existing or wood details or features being added; all wood or wood siding will be pressure treated, finished, painted, stained or otherwise protecteddddd from the elements of nature. All exterior wood will be fully maintained in new condition. (e) All stucco surfaces shall be cleaned and repaired. All stucco surfaces shall be in a color compatible with the local environment. (f) Exisiting material in sound condition, and to remain, shall be cleaned, stripped, and finished accordingly. All existing facade materials or ornamentation which are in good condition and add to th character of the building should be refurbished and remain as part of the facade. (i) Existing metal siding may remain. No new metal siding shall be installed. All other metal siding shall be removed and replaced with an acceptable material. All exisitin metal siding that remains shall be kept clean and in a good state of repair. (j) All miscellaneous and unused elements on the exterior walls of the structures such as empty electrical boxes, conduits, pipes, unused sign bracets, signage, etc. shall be removed. All broken, rotten or damaged elements shall be removed and replaced with elments that are harmonious with the design of the facade and the building. Doors, Windows, and Storefronts Building design should promote self shading, natural ventilation, outdoor circulation, and reduced independence on artificial lighting and air conditioning. (a) The following items apply to all aspects of windows, entryways and display areas in the facade. (b) Screen doors shall not be permitted. (c) Entrance doors shall be compatible with the facade design. (d) All hardware visible from the exterior, closers, hasps, hinges, locks, shall be mounted on the interior side of the door. (e) All of the windows in a single facade shall be of matching design. The followng additonal requirements shall apply for all windows. Exisitng Windows (a) Windows that have frames that are vinyl clad wood or metal or other weather resistant materials may be used provided that they are kept painted or have an acceptable intergral color. All windows shall be kept in good repair and with proper finish. (b) Ornamental windows grills and balconies may be incorporated as a decorative or security device on windows only. (c) Window sills and stucco trims shall be preserved, replaced or restored. Enclosure of Windows (a) Windows facing alleys, yards, or side streets may be enclosed. (b) Solid or permanetly enclosed or covered storefronts shall not be permitted, except where specific existing conditions require it and approved by Planning and Community Development Department. (c) In the situation of a facade without opening, the wall(s) facing the street shall not remain without decoration o reduce the impact of solid wall on the pedestrian environment. Such items as graphics, wall sculptures or decorative patterns shall be incorporated into the facade design. Security (a) Grates, Bars and Grills shall be designed to be as inconspicuous as possible when not in use. They shall be kept open and not visible during normal business hours. Enclosures for security grills and screens shall be as inconspicuous as possible and shall be compatible with the design of the storefront. (b) Overhead metal doors and horizontal metal folding doors can be designed to be recessed and unobtrusive during business hours and be closed for security. These types of security measures are recommendeed over bars or storefront due to the negative appearance of bars. (c) Interior and exterior hardware secuirty systems may be included under the scope of Facade Treatment Program objectives; • Interior alarm systems. • Grates/Bars/Grills. • Site lighting. • Secuirty Locks. • Overhead Metal Doors. (d) Chainlink or Barbed Wire Fencing shall not be permissible if visible from the public right-of-way. In specific cases where chain link fencing is required for security purposes of stored material or other, the specific conditions and proposed solutions shall be submitted to the Planning and Community Development Department for review, comment and final approval. All of the Cases shall be processed on an individual basis. Landscaping, Signage, Paint The following items can be located withing the Land Development Regulations • Landscaping and Tree Preservation - Section VII • Sign Regulations — Section X • Paint — Refer to the Opa-locka Paint Chart included in this document PLANNING & ZONING ADVISORY BOARD September 8th 2020 Land Development Regulations: MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK STAFF'S REQUEST: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS PURUSANT TO ARTICLE V — MOORISH REVIVAL STYLE DESIGN HANDBOOK PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMIT AND EVERABILITY; CODIFICATION; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Staff Report pso—L1,6LtAY>tPJ 5• 5.1)41J 17)(sovii966_4 City of Opa-locka 1 Planning and Community Development Department I. Background • The City of Opa-Locka's Land Development Regulations, updated in 2015, was crafted in partnership with the Corradino Group and City staff to add substantial changes and improvements to the development standards. The LDR comprises of eleven articles which give standards and regulations to the development of the City. • The City of Opa-locka was founded by aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss in 1926 who developed the city with a Moorish architecture theme. Based on a One Thousand and One Nights theme, Opa-locka has the largest collection of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere. • The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards is intended to serve as guidelines which insures our rich architectural heritage is maintained in all future development in the GREAT City of Opa-locka. The intent of the "Opa-locka Moorish Revival Architecture" design handbook is to continue the support of our City's founder, Glenn Curtiss's vision consistent with the established historic building fabric of the City and enhance the image of the City by providing a visual linkage between contemporary development and the City's unique historic thematic appearance. II. Details • Staff's intent Staff proposes to update the following articles to reflect the current momentum towards improving our cities appearance and functionality for a cleaner and more presentable community for our citizens and visitors. With this in mind, the Planning and Community Development Department has crafted a Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook for developers looking to build in the City to provide guidelines and concepts. III. Overall Analysis • The current LDR lacks the strength to address many of these issues directly and many times leaves staff to interpret the code which can lead to misrepresentation of city goals and objectives. • Drafted in 2015, standards have been updated county wide to address many of the aforementioned changes, the updates are a reflection of more progressive municipalities in the county in upgrading our city standards and creating a new narrative for the city moving forward. • The LDR does not address design aesthetics to address the Moorish theme of architecture we would like to see preserved in our city. With the passing of this item, it will provide a roadmap and a dialogue to creating an image the citizens can be proud of and to guide future development while maintaining the city's icon imagery. IV. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the LDR amendments pending the following: City of Opa-loCka 1 Planning and Community Development Department Page 3 of 5 • Review of the Moorish Revival Style Handbook V Attachments: ■ City of Opa-locka Moorish Revival Style Design Handbook Planning and Community Development Department Project Planner Name and Title Initials Corion J. DeLaine, City Planner zoning Gerald J. Lee, Zoning Official Approved by Gregory D. Gay, Director Planning and Community Development VI. Staff Report Updated After the Planning Council Meeting on September 8th, 2020. Reflected Actions: I. Planning Council Decision: (PLEASE SEE MEETING MINUTES FOR DETAIL DISCUSSIONS) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, RELATING TO THE APPLICATION OF: WHEREAS, Staff has appeared before this Board for the request in the application, and all evidence, documents and exhibits have been received and marked pursuant to the Code of Ordinance of the City of Opa-locka. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: 1) That the request in the application by the applicant be and the same is hereby a. APPROVED b. DENIED c. NOT DETERMINE ❑ until additional consideration at the regular meeting to be held on / / 2) That the following special condition be and they are hereby imposed, conditioning the determination aforementioned: a. b. *** The Planning Council Approval of this request was approved by a - vote*** I HEREBY CERTIFY that the resolution containing the determination of this Board is a true and correct copy as is reflected upon the public records of the City of Opa-locka this day of City of Opa-locka 1 Planning and Community Development Department Page 4 of 5 Chairperson or Designee City of Opa-locka 1 Planning and Community Development Department The Following changeslrecommendations are updates based on the Planning Council Meeting discussions in regards to the proposed LDR Amendments City of Opa-locka 1 Planning and Community Development Department J c T� J C, aaAz / j)> onumalpy e vvilapa v��vjs J jT J The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards is intended to serve as guidelines which insures our rich architectural heritigae is maintained in all future development in the GREAT City of Opa- Iocka. The intent of the "Opa-Iocka Moorish Revival Architecture" design handbook is to continue the support of our City's founder, Glenn Curtiss's vision consistent with the established historic building fabric of the City and enhance the image of the City by providing a visual linkage between contemporary development and the City's unique historic thematic appearance. The character of the built environment established by the founder of Opa-Iocka's inspiration of crafting a unique destination for visitors and potential residents to enjoy. The boundaries included encompass a large area of the downtown and surrounding area in which has a large amount of historically registered properites in which were developed during early 20th century and the style of architecture for new buildings should reflect the native building traditions and legacy of the original developers.This handbook contains necessary information to guide and assist individuals in: • Understanding Moorish Revival Architecture • Preparing design and construction plans to meet the design requirements of the guidelines and pertinent governing authorites. • Treatment of facades of their building in the Moorish/Arabian Architectural Design Style so they may take advantage of special development bonuses and allowances provided by the City of Opa-Iocka. • Specific existing buildings within the City of Opa-Iocka have been selceted as they exemplify Moorish Architectural Design Styles. The Moorish design is sometimes referred to as the Arabian design and goes to suggest the specific origin of the theme for the design of the City. The Moorish Revival Style Design Standards are provided as an incentive to property owners to encourage and expand the creative use of the various architectural styles in association with promoting public realm improvements in exchange for development bonuses that provide amenities and features typically provided in Moorish Revival style buildings. The Architectural Regulations specify the materials and configurations encouraged for walls, roofs, openings, and other elements. The guidelines contained herein may be modified by process of Waiver should the Director of Planning and Community Development find that the proposed design results in a project that is consistent with the intent of this section, is compatible with the neighborhood, and enhances the projects context with the neighborhood. Exemptions to individual elements may be granted through a public hearing and process of Exemption. The Design Standards provide a strong emphasis on aesthetics and architectural design with regulations that encourage the planned mixing of uses to establish identity, diversity and focus to promote a pedestrian friendly environment. This is accomplished through the utilization of a variety of architectural attributes and street level amenities that create a sense of place, including the spatial relationship of buildings and the characteristics which ensure attractive and functional areas through the integration of street level plazas, courtyards, open space and public gathering areas including the creation and preservation of corridors, vistas and landmark features. The purpose of these guidelines is to provide certain minimum standards, provisons and requirements for the appropriate and acceptable design and minimum required criteria for tenants or owners implementing renovations additions and or new construction within the City of Opa-Iocka. New building and structures hereafter erected within the City shall embrace the concepts and requirements of these guidlelines. Additions, alterations, repairs and changes of use in all buidlings and structures shall conform to the requirements of these guidelines. ,trijoii[Ja_uvawg amp'11 praltp-...roj Buildings: All buildings and/or structures and all parts thereof shall be maintained during their lifetime in a safe condition and as per the local requirement of the South Florida Building Code and any other local requirements. Property: No construstion debris or trash of any kind shall remain on any lot, or on sidewalk or street contriguous thereto; no excess building materials, storage shed or trash shall remain on such a lot, sidewalk or street. It is hereby made the duty of the Owner or his agent to remove or cause to be removed any and all of the above construction debris within 72 hours of project completion. Owner with intentions to remodel the exterior facade of a building or structure or portion of such must prepare and submit to the Building Department Remodeling plans reflecting changes to be made on all phases of work for revie and appproval. A set of plans of the existing building faced must also be made part of the remodeling plans for proper coordination. In the event the remodeling work is only limited to painting, decorating, and general cleaning, the Building Department must be formally notified in writing with the pertinent information, a rendering which shows the scope of work and proposed colors. Remodeling Plans must included all applicable item outlined in this handbook. All applicable local building codes, approvals and requried permits will fully apply to any remodeling work. Owner will examine the enclosed material for items required for review on submitted plans and specifications. Submit Preliminary Plans to the Planning and Community Development Department in accordance to the preliminary plan submission requirements (Refer to Preliminary Plan Submittal Requirements) After receipt of preliminary plan approval, prepare and submit complete plans and specifications to the Building Department A. Note: When submitting preliminary site plans, owner must send ten (10) sets of plans. When submitted construction plans, submit two (2) sets of plans B. Note: Approval of Preliminary Plans shall not constitue guaranteed final approval. At this time, comments will be made, which in turn shall be incorporated by the owner into the plans in pursuit of final approval. C. Note: Approval of all plans can be easily obtained by applying all requirements of these Guidelines to the plans and specifications. The Planning and Community Development Department will release the plans submitted by the owner for building permit after full plan review and approval is accomplished. Note: Approval of Owner's plan and specifications by Planning and Community Development Department does not release the owner from fully complying with all applicable building codes and requirements. The Planning and Community development Department review process is for compliance with the Moorish Revival Architectural design parameters as dictated in this Handbook. Send all revisions to the plans and specifications to the Planning and Community Development Department for approval in accordance with the above outlined procedure. Should deviations from approved final plans become apparent during or after construction, without having been approved previously, these shall be subject to removal at Owner's expense and at the discretion of Planning and Community Development/Building Department. Allow two (2) weeks time for processing and plan review. The owner may start construction proceedings upon written proceed approval of the construction plans by the Planning and Community Development Department/Building Department, and receipt of all required permits from municipal or other authories having jurisdiction over the project. Preliminary Plan Submittal Requirements The Preliminary Plans must include but not be limited to the following: A. Site Plan (1"-20' min. scale). 1. Setbacks, building location/floor plan. 2. Materials. 3. Signage. 4. Locations of all exterior mechanical equipment and screening. B. Elevations (facade) (1/8" or %" =1'-0" min. scale). 1. Four (4) Elevations. Front, Rear, and Side views. 2. Materials/Finishes. 3. Colors. (optional) 4. Building Signage. 5. Locations of all exterior mechanical equipment and screening. 6. Color rendering of proposed improvements. C. General 1. All plans and elevations with major dimensions. 2. Sections if necessary to expalin the design. 3. Sketchy or incomplete plans will not be reviewed. Final Construction Plans Submittal Requirement After receiving preliminary plan approval from the Planning and Community Development Department, the Owner can prepare and submit comprehensive construction plans and specifications which shall include but not limited to the items listed: 1. Architectural and Engineering Construction Plans. a. Location Plan. b. Floor Plans. If they apply to the facade. c. Elevations with finish notations. d. Finish schedules. 2. Landscaping irrigation plans, if they apply to facade plus site and building signage. i. Owner pick-up and review requirements of design guidelines from Planning and Community Development Department office. a. Style ii. Owner submit remodeling plans/preliminary to Planning and Community Development Department. (10) sets of proposed plans rendering. iii. Review and approval of owner submitted plans by Planning and Community Development Department. iv. Owner correct andfinalize plans as required by local building code and Planning and Community Development Guidelines and comments. v. Submittal of final plans to the Planning and Community Development Department/Building Department. vi. Review and approval of Owner submitted plans by Planning and Community Development Department. vii. Owner submit plans to Building and Planning and Community Development Department. 1 To protect and reinforce Opa-locka's unique visual character, new construction and major additions should be compatible with Moorish Revival style, and traditional building forms associated with the existing architectural style of the City. b. Openings 1. Materials (a) Windows that have frames that are made of vinyl clad wood, aluminum, or other weather resistant materials may be used provided that they are kept painted or have an acceptable integral color. All windows shall be kept in good repair and should be glazed with clear glass. (b) Windows may be a Miami -Dade County rated impact -resistant type but include faux mullions so that the traditional appearance of a sash window with multiple lights, is maintained. (c) Non -transparent portions of doors should be painted wood, flush steel or fiberglass with wood veneer. (d) Window sills and stucco trims shall be preserved, replaced or restored. 2. Window Configuration (a) Windows should be rectangular single, double, triple -hung, operable sash types. Typically windows contained multiple panes (or lights) that were divided into equal units by muntins. Windows should be of a vertical or square proportion with multiple lights, except that transoms may be oriented horizontally. (b) Window muntins may be simulated or true divided lights. (c) Shutters should be sized and shaped to match the associated openings. Shutters may be operable with all associated hardware. Bahamian style shutters are encouraged. (d) Colors of windows, doors and shutters should be of a combined color palette that conforms to the Morrish Revival Style and shall be approved by Planning and Community Development Department. c. Walls The following requirements apply to all exterior walls for all front facades. All elements of all building elevations shall complete a total and continuous design. The following requirements apply to the front exterior walls of all buildings located in the City and used for commercial or business purposes. All elements of the facade elevations shall be harmonious and of integral design. Damaged details and materials shall be replaced so as to be undetectable as a replacement. 1. Material/ Configuration (a) Walls should be finished to be compatable in color, texture, composition and character with the Moorish Architecture of the City. All exterior finishes will be subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development Department. (b) Walls should be built using no more than two materials, with the heavier material below the lighter. (c) Wood is not recommended as a major element of the exterior facade. In the event where wood is existing or wood details or features being added; all wood or wood siding will be pressure treated, finished painted, stained or otherwise protected from the elements of nature. All exterior wood will be fully maintained in new construction. (d) Trim should be of highest -grade lumber. (e) Arches and Piers of masonry should be no less than twelve (12) inches square. (f) Posts of wood or metal should be no less than six (6) inches x six (6) inches. (g) Colors shall be of a light color palette that conforms to the Caribbean Style and should be approved by the Department of Planning. d. Porches 1. Material (a) Porches and railings should have their columns, posts, spindles and balusters made of wood, stucco on masonry or metal. (b) Awnings should have a metal armature covered with canvas or synthetic canvas. (c) Equipment including HVAC, utility meters and satellite dishes should not face streets. (d) Paving for front walks should be brick or concrete. 2. Configuration (a) Porches should have vertically proportioned openings. (b) Railings should have horizontal top and bottom rails centered on the spindles or balusters. The openings between balusters and spindles should not exceed four (4) inches or the minimum the building code requires. Bottom rails should be above the level of the porch floor. (c) Balconies, which cantilever, should be visibly supported by structural brackets. e. Roofs 1. Material (a) Finished materials for pitched roofs must be compatible with the design theme for the city. Materials not permitted are wood shakes, or pitched gravel roofs; materials not recommended are asphalt shingles. Other matrials not specifically mentioned are subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development Department. (b) Mansard roofs and Ganbrel roofs characterized by steep lower slope and flatter upper portion shall not be permitted. The Planning and Community Development Department will review individual projects for specific conditions of roof requirements for approval. (c) For pitched roofs visible from the public right of way either in front of, or to a side elevation of a building the following roof requirements shall apply: • The finished roofing material shall be clean and in good state or condition. • The finished roofing material shall have a color compatible with the building color scheme. (d) Roof overhangs are permissible and encouraged for pedestrian protection and to provide protection to the storefront in a functional and decorative manner. (e) Roof top mechanical equipment must be located to reduce or elimniate its visibility from the public right-of-way. All equipment will be decoratively shielded if it cannot be hidden from view. Decorative shielding must be composed of materials and colors compatible with the total materials, colors and design of the building. (f) Roof top signage shall not be permitted. Sponsored advertisement on roofs or exterior walls shall not be permitted. (g) Gutters and rainwater leaders shall be exposed only if detailed properly to add character to he design. They must be painted to match fascia, wall or column. Drainage from these rainwater leaders must be primarily directed into catch basins. Drainage into pedestrian paths and secondarily into catch basins shall not be permitted. (h) Flashing visible from the public right-of-way must be neat and adequately installed. Visible flashing shall be painted to match the surface of an adjacent wall or adjacent trim. (i) If there is sufficient evidence to suspect structural instability or termite presense, a County or City roof inspection will be required prior to the beginning of the project. Roof repairs or termite treatment may be required. 2. Configuration (a) Principal Roofs should have a symmetrical gable or hip with a slope between 4:12 and 12:12, or if flat, should have a parapet wall no less than 24" in height. (b) Ancillary Roofs (attached to walls of the principal Building) may be flat with parapet or may be sheds sloped no less than 2:12. (c) Eaves should be continuous. Eaves which overhang less than eight (8) inches should have a closed soffit. Eaves which overhang more than sixteen (16) inches should have exposed rafters. Eaves which overhang between eight (8) inches and sixteen (16) inches may have either a closed soffit or exposed rafter and rafter tails. (d) Roof penetrations, including vent stacks, should not be placed on the slope of the roof facing the street. Roof penetrations should be finished to match the color of the roof. (e) Skylights should be flat and mounted only to the rear slope of the roof. f. Exterior Walls (a) The following requirements apply to all exterior walls for all front facades. All elements of all building elevations shall complete a total and continuous design. The following requirements apply to the front exterior walls of all buildings located in the City and used for commercial or business purposes. All elements of the facade elevations shall be harmonious and of intergral design. Damaged details and materials shall be placed so as to be undetectable as a replacement (b) All new materials, colors and design must be in compliance with the South Florida Building Code, and must be compatible with existing materials. (c) Exterior wall finishes will be compatible in color, texture, compostition and character with the Moorish Revival Architecture theme of the City. All exterior finishes will be subject to review and approval by the Planning and Community Development. (d) Wood is not recommended as a major element of the exterior facade. In the event where wood is existing or wood details or features being added; all wood or wood siding will be pressure treated, finished, painted, stained or otherwise protected from the elements of nature. All exterior wood will be fully maintained in new condition. (e) All stucco surfaces shall be cleaned and repaired. All stucco surfaces shall be in a color compatible with the local environment. (f) Exisiting material in sound condition, and to remain, shall be cleaned, stripped, and finished accordingly. All existing facade materials or ornamentation which are in good condition and add to th character of the building should be refurbished and remain as part of the facade. (1) Existing metal siding may remain. No new metal siding shall be installed. All other metal siding shall be removed and replaced with an acceptable material. All exisiting metal siding that remains shall be kept clean and in a good state of repair. (j) All miscellaneous and unused elements on the exterior walls of the structures such as empty electrical boxes, conduits, pipes, unused sign bracets, signage, etc. shall be removed. All broken, rotten or damaged elements shall be removed and replaced with elments that are harmonious with the design of the facade and the building. Doors, Windows, and Storefronts Building design should promote self shading, natural ventilation, outdoor circulation, and reduced independence on artificial lighting and air conditioning. (a) The following items apply to all aspects of windows, entryways and display areas in the facade. (b) Screen doors shall not be permitted. (c) Entrance doors shall be compatible with the facade design. (d) All hardware visible from the exterior, closers, hasps, hinges, locks, shall be mounted on the interior side of the door. (e) All of the windows in a single facade shall be of matching design. The followng additonal requirements shall apply for all windows. Exisitng Windows (a) Windows that have frames that are vinyl clad wood or metal or other weather resistant materials may be used provided that they are kept painted or have an acceptable intergral color. All windows shall be kept in good repair and with proper finish. (b) Ornamental windows grills and balconies may be incorporated as a decorative or security device on windows only. (c) Window sills and stucco trims shall be preserved, replaced or restored. Enclosure of Windows (a) Windows facing alleys, yards, or side streets may be enclosed. (b) Solid or permanetly enclosed or covered storefronts shall not be permitted, except where specific existing conditions require it and approved by Planning and Community Development Department. (c) In the situation of a facade without opening, the wall(s) facing the street shall not remain without decoration to reduce the impact of solid wall on the pedestrian environment. Such items as graphics, wall sculptures or decorative patterns shall be incorporated into the facade design. Security (a) Grates, Bars and Grills shall be designed to be as inconspicuous as possible when not in use. They shall be kept open and not visible during normal business hours. Enclosures for security grills and screens shall be as inconspicuous as possible and shall be compatible with the design of the storefront. (b) Overhead metal doors and horizontal metal folding doors can be designed to be recessed and unobtrusive during business hours and be closed for security. These types of security measures are recommendeed over bars or storefront due to the negative appearance of bars. (c) Interior and exterior hardware secuirty systems may be included under the scope of Facade Treatment Program objectives; • Interior alarm systems. • Grates/Bars/Grills. • Site lighting. • Secuirty Locks. • Overhead Metal Doors. (d) Chainlink or Barbed Wire Fencing shall not be permissible if visible from the public right-of-way. In specific cases where chain link fencing is required for security purposes of stored material or other, the specific conditions and proposed solutions shall be submitted to the Planning and Community Development Department for review, comment and final approval. All of the Cases shall be processed on an individual basis. Landscaping, Signage, Paint The following items can be located withing the Land Development Regulations • Landscaping and Tree Preservation - Section VII • Sign Regulations — Section X • Paint — Refer to the Opa-locka Paint Chart included in this document 1 (.4( (cm. ' _In)MttiLiI(s; �1 ) 1J Certain charachteristics are associated with the Moorish Design that have general application inclusive of these are the following: 1. The horseshoe arch 2. Crenellated parapets 3. Domes 4. Flat Roof 5. Minaret 6. Textured Stucco Exterieors 7. Courtyards 8. Bas -Relief 9. Geometric Interlacement of Motifs 10. Tile Roof 11. Casement Windows 12. Ceramic Tile Accents DESIGN EXAMPLES NUNARET DOME CRENELLATED PARAPET SCUPPER d..i ?.il ddl fill [Al eU! 'iui, t=' iil HORSESHOE (PO ARCH J v Cdhart Sweetheart Chatam Tan City of Opa-Locka Building Structure Color Code Approved Colors for All City Structures Kink's Canyon Grey Surrey Beige TRIM Woodrose Enchantment Serengeti Plain Spinnaker Black Mayflower Blue Cancun Blue White Forum Green Before Purchasing Paint For Any Structure Please Provide Our Office With A Sample Of The Desired Color. Once The Color Is Approved Only Then Can You Obtain A Permit Sun Kiss • City of Opa-Locka Building Structure Color Code Approved Colors for All City Structures BASE Stone White Champagne Sparkle Blue Silk ' Stonington Beige Welsh Green Honey Moon Pinky Toasty Grey Sea Swell Wispy Peach Storytime Rose Mallow Sand White Pastorale Jade Apricot italianate Villa Cherry Blossom Lemon Ice Pink Bauble Siesta Key Sassafras Tea Blue Bow Quiet Nest Fresh Cut Empress Mauve Fairytale Pink Bone White Pastel Sage Colorado Dawn Peach Puff Before Purchasing Paint For Any Structure Please Provide Our Office With A Sample Of The Desired Color. Once The Color is Approved Only Then Can You Obtain A Permit Burmee Beige City of Opa-Locka Building Structure Color Code Approved Colors for All City Structures BASE Spirea Simply Taupe Limoges Blue Prickly Pear Pale Orange Pink Parfait Indian Painting Boudoir Naughty Neutral Inheritance Pink Tiger Seashell Pink Autumn Haze Newborn L Eternity Billowing Clouds Jonquil Yellow Touch of Nectar Cotton Blossom First Light Fountain Mist Costa Mesa Coconut Milk Citron Ice Coral Flower Peach Medley Summer Haze White Before Purchasing Paint For Any Structure Please Provide Our Office With A Sample Of The Desired Color. Once The Color Is Approved Only Then Can You Obtain A Permit