HomeMy Public PortalAbout10 27 2022 Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING HELD BY THE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM,
FLORIDA ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2022, AT 8:30 A.M., IN THE WILLIAM F.
KOCH, JR. COMMISSION CHAMBERS OF THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF
STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Murphy called the meeting to order at 8:30 A.M.
II. ROLL CALL
Present and Malcolm Murphy Chairman
Participating: Bob Dockerty Vice Chairman
Curtiss Roach Board Member
Jorgette Smith Board Member
Michael Greene Alternate Board Member
Also Present &
Participating:
Absent w/Notice
Gregory Dunham
Edward Nazzaro
Renee Basel
Rebecca Tew
Robert Canfield
Amanda Jones
Town Manager
Town Attorney
Town Clerk
Building & Planning Adm.
Board Member
Alternate Board Member
III. Minutes of the Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of 09-22-2022
Vice Chairman Dockerty made a motion to approve the minutes of
the September 22, 2022, meeting. Board Member Smith seconded the motion
with all voting AYE at roll call.
IV. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items
There were none.
V. Announcements
A. Meeting Dates
1. Regular Meetings & Public Hearings
a. November 17, 2022, at 8:30 A.M.
b. December 22, 2022, at 8:30 A.M.
c. January 26, 2023, at 8:30 A.M.
d. February 23, 2023, at 8:30 A.M.
Chairman Murphy called attention to the upcoming
meeting dates. The decision was made to move the December 22nd meeting
to the 15th.
VI. Public Hearing
A. Declaration of Ex-Parte Communication
There was none.
B. Administer Oaths
Town Clerk Basel swore in William Hoffman, Shane Ames,
Nicholas Goldblatt, Richard Brummer, and Joe Pehota.
C. Applications for Development Approval
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1. An application submitted by William Hoffman, Architect for
Hoffman Architecture, as Agent for William and Diane Jayne,
3232 Gulfstream Road, Gulf Stream, Florida, legally
described as PL of Gulf Stream Properties NLY 50 ft. of LT
25 and SLY 50 ft. of LT 26.
a. Level 2 Architectural/Site Plan Review to allow the
construction of a new 232 sq. ft. Gulfstream Bermuda Style
one-story back yard cabana to match the existing primary
residential structure.
Mr. William Hoffman, Architect, gave a detailed PowerPoint
presentation. He stated that the goal of adding the cabana was to make it
as seamless as possible and look like it had been built as part of the
original house. Board Member Smith didn't think the coral -clad column fit
and made it less traditional, to which Mr. Hoffman explained it anchored
the structure and the coral was an indigenous material. He added that he
thought it added a nice touch and the Jayne's liked it as well. Vice
Chairman Dockerty asked if there was coral anywhere else on the property
to which Mr. Hoffman answered in the negative. The Board turned to the
Town Attorney for advice to which Mr. Nazzaro stated that it was not
prohibited, and it was up to them to decide if it was consistent with the
architectural style and if they didn't think so, they could suggest a
change. Vice Chairman Dockerty asked if the coral was smooth to which Mr.
Hoffman explained it was dry stacked. Board Member Smith didn't want to
set a precedent for future applicants to which Town Attorney Nazzaro
explained this was a minor accessory structure that was in the back and
not seen from the road. He reminded the Board that each house stood on
its own merit. Mr. Hoffman understood, but made a point that the Jayne's
did like and want the coral, and agreed with Mr. Nazzaro that nobody was
going to see it from the street.
Chairman Murphy asked if there had been any comments from the
neighbors to which Town Clerk Basel answered in the negative.
Vice Chairman Dockerty made a motion to approve a Level II
Architectural/Site Plan to permit a one-story, 232 sq. ft. back yard
cabana to match the existing Gulf Stream -Bermuda Style single family home.
Board Member Smith seconded the motion with all voting AYE at roll call.
2. An application submitted by Ocean Avenue Custom Homes LLC,
as agent for Benedetto DiCicco, owner of property located
at 2775 Avenue au Soleil, Gulf Stream, Florida, legally
described as Lot 93 Place au Soleil and 4-46-43.
a. Level 3 Architectural/Site Plan Review to allow the
construction of a new 6,970 sq. ft. Colonial West
Indies single-family home with two -car garage and
swimming pool.
Mr. Shane Ames gave a detailed PowerPoint presentation noting
that at the behest of the Commission, they had removed the 300 sq. ft.
special exception, reduced the size of the windows as well as removed some
windows and made the all -glass front door to now have wood at the bottom.
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He stated they had also added "jewelry" to make it look less modern such
as outlookers, shutters, more traditional light fixtures, and landscaping.
Vice Chairman Dockerty asked about the roof pitch to which Mr. Nicholas
Goldblatt stated it was six to twelve. Mr. Dockerty stated that someone
at the Commission meeting had mentioned a low-pitched roof to which Mr.
Ames stated this roof was in compliance with the Code.
The Board was very appreciative of all the changes that had
been made to make the house more traditional and less modern. Board
Member Smith stated she did not think bronze window frames were consistent
with the architectural style. Mr. Ames stated his client wanted the
bronze windows because when looking out, the frames seem to go away, but
when they are white, they are right in your face. Town Attorney Nazzaro
explained what the Code stated regarding bronze window frames and agreed
with Board Member Smith. Vice Chairman Dockerty wanted to know if they
were prohibited to which Mr. Nazzaro answered that they were prohibited
for all styles except for Spanish -Mediterranean for multi -family homes
although it wasn't noted for single-family styles.
After much discussion, it was decided to have a special meeting
on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 8:00 AM, and defer the application to
that meeting so it would not have to wait another entire cycle before
going to the Commission. The Board wanted to see different window frame
options and samples of the wall color, window frame and garage door to be
brought back to the November 1st meeting.
Vice Chairman Dockerty made a motion to defer the application
to Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 8:00 AM. Board Member Roach seconded the
motion with all voting AYE at roll call.
3. An application submitted by Richard Brummer, Architect for
Opus Homes D & E, as Agent for Joseph and Laura Pehota,
996 Pelican Lane, Gulf Stream, Florida, legally described
as S/D OF 9-46-43 NLY 109 FT OF WLY 94.52 FT OF E 227.50
FT OF LT 25.
a. Demolition Permit to demolish existing structure.
b. Land Clearing Permit to clear existing vegetation from
the building site.
C. Special Exception under Section 70-72(b) to increase
the maximum permitted FAR by 96 square feet.
d. Level 3 Architectural/Site Plan Review to permit the
construction of a new 3,698 sq. ft. two-story Anglo-
Caribbean-style single family dwelling with two -car
garage, four bedrooms, bonus room, covered loggia and
swimming pool.
Town Attorney Nazzaro gave an update to the Board as
to where this application was in terms of being annexed and that they were
now to look at this application as one parcel instead of two and to note
that in any motion being made. Mr. Richard Brummer, Architect, gave a
detailed PowerPoint presentation noting changes that had been made since
the Commission meeting such as vertical muntins and bandings on the sides
for contrast. He stated that they had gone 5 and 12 with the roof pitch
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on the second story but remained with the 4 and 12 on the first story as
they didn't want to be top heavy. He added they were only asking for a 96
sq. ft. special exception and no longer seeking any variances.
Board Member Roach asked if the windows in the back of the house
met the criteria to which Mr. Brummer stated they were at 38% glass on the
rear elevation. Discussion was had about the windows needing more
vertical muntins on the back windows. Mr. Brummer and Mr. Pehota stated
they were sliders and they had already compromised a lot, so they wanted
to keep the sliders. Chairman Murphy stated they were following the
direction from the Commission and wanted to know how the house fit into
the neighborhood because it was noted that there was excessive
dissimilarity. Mr. Brummer stated the North -South District was a more
eclectic style of homes and showed pictures of other houses in the area
and how they were all different, so he didn't think they were that
dissimilar with their house. Town Attorney Nazzaro noted they should just
be looking within 250 ft. of the new build.
Building and Planning Administrator Tew stated staff had gone on a
field trip and taken pictures of the houses in the neighborhood and gave a
PowerPoint presentation of those pictures. Town Manager Dunham wanted to
note the roof pitch on several of those homes to the Board. Mrs. Tew
noted the carriage lanterns, wooden front doors and Chippendale balcony
rails on many of these homes. She then showed some Anglo-Caribbean style
homes in town.
Board Member Smith stated that all the glass on the back elevation
made the house look too modern. Chairman Murphy agreed. Mr. Brummer
stated that the setbacks on this lot hindered them from making this a true
Anglo-Caribbean-style house. Mr. Pehota agreed that they were doing the
best they could for such a small lot, and he didn't think the renderings
did the house justice and argued they had made a lot of changes to bring
the house to this point. He noted they would make great residents and did
not think any of his neighbors would object to this house. Town Clerk
Basel noted that there had been no communication from any of the
neighbors.
Board Member Roach stated the house needed shutters on the back of
the house and Mr. Pehota argued that no one was going to see the back of
his house in Gulf Stream and asked if they could just put something
decorative instead of shutters. That didn't go over very well, and Mr.
Brummer stated they could put shutters on the windows in the back. Vice
Chairman Dockerty stated the front door was a bit contemporary for this
architectural style. Chairman Murphy stated that the entire Board was
unified in that the house was still too contemporary and that the
Commission had made it very clear when they sent the application back that
changes needed to be made. Mr. Brummer stated he thought they had
accommodated the requests from the Commission, but could go even further
to make it a truer Anglo-Caribbean. Mr. Pehota kept comparing his house
to other houses in Town and was reminded that each house stood on its own
merit.
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Alternate Board Member Greene stated they were getting closer with
the front of the house, but there was still a wall of glass in the rear to
which Mr. Brummer stated they were under the 40% cap by the Code. Mr.
Greene stated it was a design issue. Board Member Smith suggested adding
a frame, or header, at the top of the sliders, at least on the master
bedroom. Alternate Board Member Greene suggested French doors and Mr.
Pehota did not like that suggestion, noting they wanted to have the
openness of the sliders. Board Member Smith noted that the balcony was
different on this rendering than the Chippendale rails that were first
brought before them. Mr. Pehota stated they had got the idea from another
house that was being built in Place au Soleil and decided to change to get
a better view from the second floor and added no one was going to be able
to see it and they would prefer it be this way. Board Member Smith stated
that it made the house more contemporary, and it needed to go back to the
Chippendale.
Mr. Pehota asked if they could make all these changes and be put on
the special meeting on November 1st. Chairman Murphy stated there were a
lot of changes that needed to be made and wasn't sure they could get those
done before Tuesday. Board Member Roach agreed that it was a lot of
pressure to put on the applicant and wanted to get them to a yes and not
another go back to the drawing board. Town Manager Dunham suggested to
the Board that they drive through the neighborhood before the Tuesday
meeting to be able to make a better judgment.
Board Member Smith noted that on the drawings, the front door had
muntins but on the rendering it did not. The Board was unified in liking
the muntins on the front door. Guidance was given to add shutters on the
back of the house, more vertical muntins on the sliders, height of
sliders, and change of roof pitch on the first floor.
Board Member Roach made a motion to defer the application to the
special meeting on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 8:00 A.M addressing the
changes discussed. Board Member Smith seconded the motion with all voting
AYE at roll call.
VII. Items by Staff
Town Attorney Nazzaro suggested that at a future meeting when the
agenda was light, and a full board, he would like to have a workshop
covering some basics of the Code, ex-parte communication, special
exceptions, variances, and it be a refresher course for old and new
members alike. They were all in agreement that it was a good idea.
VIII. Items by Board Members
The Board thanked Building and Planning Administrator Tew for the
presentation she put together of houses in Town. Town Attorney Nazzaro
stated the staff were going to try and do more of that and be more
proactive in the pre -application process before the application arrived
before them.
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IX. Public
There was none.
X. Adjournment
Chairman Murphy adjourned the meeting at 10:46 A.M.
Renee sel
Town Clerk
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