HomeMy Public PortalAbout04/18/1997April 11, 1997
MAYOR: William F. Koch, Jr.
VICE MAYOR: Alan I. Armour
COMMISSIONER: James E. Cross
Joan K. Orthwein
Robert W. Hopkins II
REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING BEING HELD BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE
TOWN OF GULF STREAM ON FRIDAY, April 18, 1997 AT 9:00 A.M., IN THE COMMISSION
CHAMBERS OF THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA.
REVISED AGENDA
I. Call to Order.
II. Pledge of Allegiance.
III. Roll Call.
IV. Minutes
A. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing of March 14, 1997
B. Certification of Election Meeting of March 14, 1997
V. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items.
VI. Announcements.
A. Regular Meetings, Public Hearings and Workshops
1.
Regular Meeting /Public Hearing May 9, 1997 at 9 A.M.
2.
Joint Workshop with ARPB May 14, 1997 at 8:30 A.M.
3.
Special Joint Meeting with Historic Highway
Committee May 21, 1997 at 8:30 A.M.
4.
Regular Meeting /Public Hearing June 13, 1997 at 9 A.M.
5.
Regular Meeting /Public Hearing July 18, 1997 at 9 A.M.
VII. PUBLIC
HEARING.
A. Applications for Development Approval
1.
(Continued from 3- 14 -97) An application submitted by Mark
Marsh, Digby Bridges, Marsh and Associates, as agent for Harry
& Deborah Sergeant, owners of the property located at 1420 N.
Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida which is legally described as
Lots 11, 11A and 12, McLouth Subdivision.
a. SUBDIVISION -To permit the separation of this parcel into
two parcels of 40,900 square feet and 52,111 square feet of
effective lot area.
b. LAND CLEARING PERMIT -To permit the removal and /or
relocation of existing significant vegetation and to add
fill.
C. VARIANCE -To permit a zero foot setback in the required 15
foot east side yard setback for the construction of a dock.
d. VARIANCE -To permit an existing non - conforming minor
accessory structure to remain in the absence of a
primary structure.
e. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW -TO permit the
demolition of the existing home and the construction of
a new 2 -story single family dwelling of 12,801 sq. ft.
2.
(Continued from 3- 14 -97) An application submitted by Mark
Marsh, Digby Bridges, Marsh & Associates, as agent for Dan
Sargeant, owner of the property located at 1414 N. Ocean
Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida which is legally described as
Lot 12, McLouth Subdivision.
a. LAND CLEARING PERMIT -TO permit the removal and /or
relocation of significant vegetation and to add fill.
b. VARIANCE -TO permit a zero foot setback in the required
15 foot west side yard setback for construction of a
dock.
C. VARIANCE -TO exclude 300 square feet of roof project-
ions from the maximum floor area calculation.
d. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW- To permit con-
struction of a new 2 -story single family dwelling
consisting of 10,689 square feet.
VIII. Reports.
A. Town Manager
B. Town Attorney
1. Request to exempt the Gulf Stream School from the Sewer
System Master Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions.
C. Architectural Review & Planning Board
1. Meeting Dates
a. Special Meeting - 5/1/97 at 8:30 A.M.
b. Joint Workshop Meeting with Town Commission - 5/14/97
at 8:30 A.M.
C. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing - 5/28/97 at 8:30 A.M.
d. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing- 6/25/97 at 8:30 A.M.
D. Finance Director
1. Financial Report for March, 1997
2. Bi- monthly water consumption
E. Police Chief
1. Activity Report for March, 1997
F. Construction in Progress in March, 1997
IX. Items for Commission Action.
A. Appointments for the Architectural Review & Planning Board
1. Three regular members for a 3 year term each
2. One alternate member for a 3 year term
B. Request to waive the Water Connection Charge for Gulf Stream School -
Gator Engineering
C. ORDINANCE NO. 97 -1: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE
TOWN OF GULF STREAM, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING
CHAPTER 66 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ZONING, AT SECTION 66-
62, BOARD MEMBERSHIP, PARAGRAPH (B), SO AS TO INCREASE THE
NUMBER OF ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND
PLANNING BOARD FROM TWO TO THREE. (First Reading)
D. Items by Commissioners
X. Correspondence.
A. Request for a Resolution objecting to Special Act Legislation to
permit the abolishment of a municipal government without
study, consent or concurrence of the municipality. -City of
Port Richey
B. Resolutions from the City of Lake Worth
1. No. 18 -97; Supporting legislation expanding the use of
the Sewage Treatment Revolving Fund to include stormwater
management facilities.
2. No. 19 -97; Opposing expenditures of public monies for the
study and development of a high speed rail transportation
system.
XI. Public.
XI I . Adjournment.
SHOULD ANY INTERESTED PARTY SEEK TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE TOWN
COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING, SAID PARTY
WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE, MAY NEED TO INSURE
THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE
TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. F.S.S. 286.0105
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING HELD BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE
TOWN OF GULF STREAM ON FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 1997 AT 9:00 A.M., IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS
OF THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. Call to Order. Mayor Koch called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
Ii. Pledge of Allegiance. Vice Mayor Armour led the pledge of allegiance.
III. Roll Call.
CPresent and
Participating:
Also Present and
Participating:
IV.
William F. Koch, Jr.
Alan I. Armour
James E. Cross
Robert W. Hopkins II
Joan K. Orthwein
E. Scott Harrington
John Randolph
Rita Taylor
William Thrasher
Robert Schultz
Mark Marsh
John Immer
William Rafferty, Jr
Henry Skokowski
Greg Ruhl
Mayor
Vice Mayor
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Town Manager
Town Attorney
Town Clerk
Finance Director
Police Chief
Agent for Sargeant
Attorney for Sargeant
Attorney for Sargeant
Consultant -Urban Design
Engineer -G.S. School
A. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing of March 14, 1997
Commissioner Armour moved and Commissioner Cross seconded that the minutes
of the Regular Meeting /Public Hearing of March 14, 1997 be approved as circulated and
all voted AYE at roll call.
B. Certification of Election Meeting of March 14, 1997
Commissioner Armour moved that the Certification of Election minutes of
the meeting on March 14, 1997 be approved as circulated and the motion was seconded by
Commissioner Cross with all voting AYE.
V. Additions. withdrawals, deferrals. arrangement of agenda items.
Town Manager Harrington asked that Item VIII.B.l. under Town Attorney Reports
be withdrawn and there were no objections to this request.
VI. Announcements.
A. Regular Meetings, Public Hearings and Workshops
1. Regular Meeting /Public Hearing May 9, 1997 at 9 A.M.
�l 2. Joint Workshop with ARPB May 14, 1997 at 8:30 A.M.
3. Special Joint Meeting with Historic Highway
Committee May 21, 1997 at 8:30 A.M.
4. Regular Meeting /Public Hearing June 13, 1997 at 9 A.M.
S. Regular Meeting /Public Hearing July 18, 1997 at 9 A.M.
These announcements were made by Mayor Koch.
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VII. PUBLIC HEARING.
A. Applications for Development Approval
Mayor Koch declared a voting conflict in that the real estate firm with
which he is associated participated in the sale of the property that is now owned by
Harry, Deborah and Dan Sargeant. He then passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Armour who
accepted same.
Attorney John Immer challenged the Mayor's declaration based on the fact that the sale
had been completed and he believed Mayor Koch no longer had an interest in this matter.
Mayor Koch advised that for more than 30 years he had not participated in matters that
came before the Commission if his firm had been involved in business transactions with
the applicants and that this is his established policy.
Vice Mayor Armour advised that both of these projects will be presented and discussed
simultaneously but action will be taken on each house, one at a time, and that each
house requires multiple actions. He then asked Attorney Randolph to review the Quasi -
Judicial Procedures.
Attorney Randolph briefly reviewed the Quasi- Judicial Procedures and closed by advising
that comments from the public and others should be relevant to the applications and not
personal in nature.
Vice Mayor Armour asked for all of those persons in the audience who wished to be heard
in regard to any matter included in the Public Hearing to please stand and receive the
Oath. Margaret Hupfel, Cynthia Neeves, Donald McGraw, Dan Sargeant, Mark Marsh,
Attorney John Immer and Henry Skokowski received the Oath as administered by the Town
Clerk. She then introduced the items for Public Hearing.
Vice Mayor Armour then asked that each Commissioner disclose any Ex Parts
Communications.
commissioner Orthwein stated she had no communications with anyone from the public, or
with the applicants, regarding these matters and had not visited the site. She further
stated that her decision would be based only on the testimony and evidence presented at
this meeting.
Commissioner Cross advised that he had no Ex Parts Communications to report and had not
visited the site. He stated that his decision would only be based on the testimony and
evidence presented at this hearing.
Commissioner Hopkins stated he had no Ex Parts Communications to disclose and had
visited the site at various times, some of which were social occasions in the past. He
went on to state that his decision would be based only on the testimony and evidence
presented at this meeting.
Vice Mayor Armour advised that he had not spoken to anyone about these matters and had
visited the site by land and by boat with his very young grandson accompanying him.
The Vice Mayor then directed that the following procedure would be used: 1) A
presentation by the applicant; 2) Staff comments; 3) A presentation by the Town's
consultant; 4) Public Comment; 5) Rebuttal and summation by the applicant; 6) Public
Hearing will be closed and the Commission will hold an executive session; 7) Decisions
will be rendered by the Commission on each item, on each application, by a separate
vote on each.
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1. (Continued from 3- 14 -97) An application submitted by Mark Marsh of Digby
Bridges, Marsh and Associates, as agent for Harry & Deborah Sargeant,
owners of the property located at 1420 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream,
Florida which is legally described as Lots 11, 11A and 12, McLouth
Subdivision.
2. (Continued from 3- 14 -97) An application submitted by Mark
Marsh of Digby Bridges, Marsh & Associates, as agent for Dan
Sargeant, owner of the property located at 1414 N. Ocean
Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida which is legally described as
Lot 12, McLouth Subdivision.
Mark Marsh, Agent for Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant and Dan Sargeant, was recognized and
began by introducing Deborah Sergeant, Dan Sargeant and Madelyn. He gave a brief
history regarding the projects and he stated that Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant had visited
Italy and had taken pictures of various structures there, as well as structures in
south Florida, and had their hearts set on a Mediterranean style dwelling. When
meeting with Mr. Harrington regarding a proposed design, they were advised that the
design would not blend with the neighborhood. As a result, many of the design features
were changed to create what has been described as a Venetian Mediterranean, a much
softer style. He acknowledged that Mr. Harrington had suggested some of the changes
such as the roof design.
Mr. Marsh said that after several meetings with Mr. Harrington, he and the owners
believed they had captured the spirit and letter of the Design Manual and that Mr.
Harrington had stated that they could not be refused if they met the provisions in the
Manual. He added that the owners were very disappointed that their projects were not
recommended for approval by the ARPB. Mr. Marsh believed that the designs have the
Mediterranean flair that was desired, but subtly. He noted that the Design Manual did
not prohibit Mediterranean, or even discourage it in the Ocean West District. However,
he pointed out that a Mediterranean design had been permitted recently in the Core
District in which Mediterranean styles are prohibited. He then displayed a master site
plan of Lots 11 and 12, McLouth subdivision, and a Plat of the McLouth subdivision
showing what maximum size dwellings could be placed on each of the lots in the
subdivision. Mr. Marsh made the point that while many of the existing homes are not
constructed to the maximum size permitted, redevelopment of the lots most likely would
result in much larger homes such as those being proposed for Lots 11 and 12. Mr. Marsh
then circulated photographs of existing houses in McLouth Subdivision and advised that
there are 4 different styles existing at this time that are not Bermuda.
Vice Mayor Armour called a recess at 9:50 A.M. and the meeting reconvened at 9:57 A.M.
At this point, Mr. Marsh displayed a site plan (page A1.1) in color of the proposed
homes of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant and Dan Sargeant, and pointed out that the setbacks
shown for both properties are an average of 20$ greater than the Code requires and both
are set back a considerable distance from the pavement of the private road. He stated
` that both homes are placed in such a location so as to take advantage of the view of
the golf course on one side and the water on the other. Mr. Marsh advised that the
driveways would be constructed of Chicago brick and that the existing significant
vegetation throughout both properties would be either saved or relocated and additional
vegetation would be added as is shown on the landscape plans. He added that landscape
plans for Lots 11 and 12 have been designed together and he questioned if it would be
possible, when installing the mandatory fencing to protect the swimming pools, to not
have a fence on the common property line between Lots 11 and 12 which will give the
appearance of one vast lawn. He was advised that this would be addressed later in the
meeting.
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Mr. Marsh then displayed a color prospective of the front and back of the proposed home
of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant, and a color floor plan (page A2.1). He pointed out that
the design is a formal, well balanced Venetian Mediterranean style with the massing
centralized and the roof eaves in one line with the roof pitch being 4/12. He noted
that the garage is connected to the house by a breezeway and that the exterior color
would be a very pale beigh or off -white with the roof material to be hand made clay
tile for a natural appearance. Mr. Marsh then distributed 7 color photographs and a
sheet containing three additional photos of homes in other areas to show the different
the roofs.
Vice Mayor Armour asked how much distance there was to the house on the west side and
how far the hedge extended between these properties. He was advised that there is
approximately 77 feet between dwellings and that the hedge would go beyond the swimming
pool. The Vice Mayor then ask if there will be a variation in the color of the roof
and was advised that it will be a soft mixed terra cotta, but not a bright orange.
Commissioner Orthwein, noting that roofs in this subdivision all have flat roof tile,
asked if they had considered a flat tile. Mr. Marsh stated that they had looked at
this but that it did not work to give the structure an aged look. Commissioner
Orthwein then asked if other types of roofs hand been investigated to which Mr. Marsh
replied that the hand made clay tile was a prime desire of Mr. & Mrs. Sargent and they
found no other. Commissioner Orthwein asked Mr. Marsh to explain how he felt that
barrel tile fits in this neighborhood. Mr. Marsh stated that it is not prohibited in
this District and it promotes the elegance of the structure.
Commissioner Hopkins asked if Venetian Mediterranean is a legitimate style of
architecture or a term created to fit the style of these homes. Mr. Marsh advised that
features of these proposed structures are seen in the Fatio architecture which is a
lighter style, and he believed that the Venetian Mediterranean reference is applicable
in this instance. Commissioner Hopkins then asked Mr. Marsh if he felt that this
lighter style is what makes these structures compatible in the neighborhood and Mr.
Marsh replied yes. Commissioner Hopkins remarked that the site plans do not provide
for much privacy at the rear of the home and Mr. Marsh stated that it was planned so in
order to take advantage of the view of the basin.
Mr. Marsh next displayed a color prospective of the front and rear of the proposed
home for Dan Sargeant along with a floor plan in color (Page A2.1 & A2.2). He pointed
out that this design is more informal than that of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant. He noted
that a balance had been achieved across the front of the home and that a structure has
been created that will not be like the other house. While there is a formal entry, it
is not reflected on the exterior, he said. Mr. Marsh explained that there is a solid
roof linking the accessory structures to the home which adds to the total square
footage of the project, resulting in having to request a Special Exception to exceed
the maximum square footage permitted b y approximately 300 square feet. Mr. Marsh
pointed out that the roof has a 4/12 pitch, as does that of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant,
while other roofs in the area are much higher. He explained that this was done in
order to minimize the impact of the roofs, making them a secondary feature, thus making
the structures more compatible with other structures in the neighborhood. He closed
the presentation by pointing out that there are no contrasting elements and decoration.
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Mrs. Orthwein asked if there was a way to work within the FAR and avoid having to
request a Special Exception. Mr. Marsh stated extra square footage was needed for a
covered patio and the architecture would be ruined if it were to be removed. He also
pointed out that some of the space was consumed by having a 2 story living room.
Mr. Harrington asked if the landscaping is shown correctly on the perspective and Mr.
Marsh advised that it was, with the exception of a large specimen tree that will be
planted inside the circle of the driveway.
Mr. Henry Skokowski, Consultant to the Town, asked Mr. Marsh if he had understood
correctly, that they are creating different styles between the two houses. Mr. Marsh
stated that the houses are variations of the same style.
Attorney John G. Immer of Kelley Drye & Warren, 201 S. Biscayne Blvd. 2400 Miami
Center, Miami, FL 33131, representing Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant and Mr. Daniel
Sergeant, stated that his comments are directed jointly to both applications #97 -02 and
#97 -03 and that he is adopting the previous testimony of Mr. Marsh made at this
hearing. He further requested that the findings and recommendations of the Zoning
Official, Scott Harrington, on both applications, and the minutes of the ARPB Meeting
of February 24, 1997, be included in the record. He pointed out that Mr. Harrington
had participated in the development of the Design Manual and has found that both of
these projects are minimally consistent with the Zoning Code and the provisions of the
Design Manual which is a part thereof. Mr. Immer added that these findings were
supported by Mr. Marsh at this hearing and at that held by the ARPB, and that no
testimony had been presented at either meeting to contradict these findings. Attorney
Immer pointed out that the only comments were that these were great projects but were
not compatible with the neighborhood. He added that 64% of the persons who reside in
the McLouth Subdivision have not entered any objections. Mr. Immer believed that since
Mediterranean architecture is neither discouraged nor prohibited in the Ocean West
District, these applications should be approved. He asked that the Commission ignore
the findings of the ARPB inasmuch as they had no evidence to contradict the testimony
of expert witnesses.
Vice Mayor Armour asked for comment from the Staff. Town Manager Harrington advised
that his remarks would be brief. Mr. Harrington stated that he had no intention of
debating with Mr. Marsh about what was said in previous meetings with him but went on
record to advise that he tells all applicants that they must meet all provisions of the
Zoning Code if they expect to receive approvals, and that he reviews projects and
arrives at findings based on the several criteria in the Code. He pointed out that the
Design Manual is only one portion of the Zoning Code. Mr. Harrington wanted judgment
to be made on what is in the written record, the application material, and what is
said at this meeting, not on hearsay.
With regard to the project of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Sargeant, Mr. Harrington advised that
there is an existing dwelling on the
property that the applicant proposes to demolish.
He further advised that there is also a small shed that the applicant had asked to
retain, filing a variance request to do so with the application. However, the
applicant has determined the shed is of no value and has asked to withdraw the
variance request, he said. Mr. Harrington pointed out that the existing dwelling was
constructed across the lot line between Lots 11 and 12, thus combining the 2 lots into
one. The applicant is now asking to subdivide the property into the original two lots.
Mr. Harrington briefly reviewed his report regarding the proposed two -story home,
noting that Mr. Marsh had presented this in detail. He acknowledged that little fill
will be needed in that the lot has been previously developed. Town Manager Harrington
pointed out that the application for development also included a request for a variance
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to extend the dock the full width of the property but that the applicant has requested
to withdraw the variance application. Mr. Harrington's recommendations on the various
items included in Application #97 -02 are as follows: a.) Recommended approval of a
two -lot Subdivision as requested, based on a finding that the plans and documents
submitted by the applicant meet all applicable Subdivision Review Standards. b.)
Recommended approval of a Land clearing Permit with the condition that all remaining or
relocated vegetation shall be adequately protected during construction. c.)Recommended
that the applicant's request to withdraw the Variance request that would permit the
accessory shed to remain in the absence of a primary structure be granted without
prejudice. d.) Recommended a withdrawal without prejudice for the requested side
setback Variance for the dock. e.) Recommended approval of a Level 3
Architectural /Site Plan Review based on a finding that the plans and documents
submitted by the applicant are minimally consistent with all applicable review criteria
with the conditions that the walls of the house shall be of a color and tone similar to
those used on other structures within the McLouth subdivision, and that the length of
the dock shall be reduced to 80 feet or less.
Mr. Harrington, in reviewing the proposed project of Mr. Dan Sargeant, pointed out that
this project and that of Harry Sargeant are being done simultaneously, and because the
owners are related, the site designs and landscaping have been jointly developed. Mr.
Harrington observed that this home lacks strong symmetry and simple block design and
more closely resembles the Spanish- Mediterranean design than the other home. He noted
that Mr. Marsh had previously presented detail on this project. The Town Manager
advised that a Variance had been requested to permit a dock to be constructed the full
width of the lot but a request to withdraw the application had been received. Mr.
Harrington then pointed out that a Variance had also been requested to exclude 300
square feet of roof projections from the maximum floor area calculation. He explained
that this request would become a Special Exception if the request to withdraw the
Variance Application is granted. Mr. Harrington's recommendations on the various items
included in Application #97 -03 are as follows: a.) Recommended approval of a Land
Clearing Permit based on a finding that the plans and documents submitted by the
applicant meet all applicable permitting standards with the condition that all
remaining or relocated vegetation shall be adequately protected during construction.
b.) Recommended a withdrawal without prejudice for the requested side setback Variance
for the dock. c.) Recommended approval of a Special Exception to permit the covered
patio and walkway areas to exceed the maximum permitted floor area by 300 square feet,
based on the plans and documents submitted by the applicant and a finding that the
proposed improvements meet all applicable specific and general Special Exception review
standards, with the condition that prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy,
the applicant shall record a deed restriction that prohibits the future enclosure of
any portion of the 1,155 square feet of covered patio /walkway area or the increasing of
the gross floor area beyond 11,080 square feet. d.) Recommended approval of a Level 3
Architectural /Site Plan Review based on a finding that the plans and documents
submitted by the applicant are minimally consistent with all applicable review criteria
with the conditions that prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the
applicant shall record a deed restriction that prohibits the future enclosure of any
portion of the 1,155 square feet of covered patio /walkway area or the increasing of the
gross floor area beyond 11,080 square feet, and that the walls of the house shall be of
a color and tone similar to those used on other structures within the McLouth
subdivision, but shall not be identical to the home proposed for Lot 11.
Vice Mayor Armour then asked Henry Skokowski of Urban Design Studios to make his
presentation.
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Mr. Skokowski advised that he has a 5 year degree in architecture from the University
of Illinois, a Masters Degree in urban design, and that he has been in professional
practice for 23 years, 20 of which in his own company, Urban Design Studio. Mr.
Skokowski further advised that he was the principal author of the Design Manual but is
appearing at this time as the Town's Consultant for the purpose of rendering an opinion
as to whether these projects comply with the provisions found in Section 66 -144
Paragraph (b) Sub Paragraph (10) of the Zoning Code. Mr. Skokowski stated that Sub
'ter Paragraph 10 provides that the character, design, architectural style, form, mass,
scale, and the location and use of exterior architectural elements, exterior materials,
and exterior colors of proposed structures and improvements shall meet 6 specific
standards. Mr. Skokowski felt that they do comply with all except one, that being,
"Consistency with Surrounding Off -Site Structures. Proposed structures and
improvements shall be designed and utilize architectural forms, elements and materials
in a manner consistent with, but not identical to, existing or proposed off -site
structures in the surrounding area." He advised that he looks at various elements of
design when forming an opinion. Some of these were the flat white cement tile vs.
barrel tile; arched window openings vs. square; 2 story construction vs. existing 1
story; ornate elements vs. no elements on Bermuda; arched entry areas and exposed
rafter tails on the proposed structures; shutters on the Bermuda style; short vs. large
overhang; smooth vs. rough stucco finishes; and peaked roofs on the Bermuda style. Mr.
Skokowski closed his presentation by displaying a graphic with pictures of many of the
homes in the McLouth Subdivision to show that with the exception of one home, which was
under construction at the time the Design Manual was in preparation, the homes met the
provisions in Section 66 -144 of the Zoning Code.
Attorney Immer remarked that he did not see the home directly east of these projects
displayed on the graphic. He noted that this house was of no particular design style
and is in the McLouth Subdivision.
Attorney William Rafferty, Jr. of Kelley Drys & Warren, 201 S. Biscayne Blvd., 2400
Miami Center, Miami, Florida was recognized and came forward to receive the Oath as
administered by the Town Clerk. Attorney Rafferty pointed out that there are 5 Design
Districts and the McLouth subdivision is a part of one of them. He believed that by
considering only the properties in McLouth subdivision rather than all of Ocean West,
an additional Design District has been created. He believed this to be misleading to
the reader of the Manual. Mr. Rafferty asked Mr. Skokowski if he was aware of
additional provisions when he was preparing the Manual and he replied that he was aware
that there are many other provisions in the Land Development Code but was not
particularly aware.of what he has reviewed today as he had never been asked to give an
opinion on these sections of the Land Development Code. Mr. Rafferty asked Mr.
Skokowski if he considered the Design Manual as a guide to development and Mr.
Skokowski replied that he did.
Town Manager Harrington, in rebuttal, advised that there are references in the Design
Manual in Article 9, Sub- Section B, Tables 1 and 2 that make reference to Section 66-
144 in the Land Development Code.
Vice Mayor Armour asked if there were any more questions or comments from the public
and there were none. At this point the Town Clerk read correspondence from members of
the public into the record. Letters from John Brittingham, 1410 N. Ocean Blvd, and
Patricia Jones, 1430 N. Ocean Blvd. supported approval of these two projects and
letters from Joseph McCarthy, 1314 N. Ocean Blvd. and James Neeves,1304 N. Ocean Blvd.
opposed approval of the projects.
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Vice Mayor Armour felt that the reason for developing the Design Manual should be a
part of the record. He read from the Introduction of the Manual; "The established
residential patterns are now being threatened by a phenomenon known as
"mansionization ", which is affecting older communities with rapidly escalating property
values. Mansionization is characterized by existing structures being demolished to
make room for larger, more elaborate houses, and has the potential to destroy the
unique character and scale of Gulf Stream. The desire to maintain the unique
residential character of the town led to adoption of this Gulf Stream Design Manual."
1 He stated that in 1994 residents came to commission meetings demanding that no more
approvals be given for homes that were not compatible with existing homes in the area.
The Design Manual was prepared and adopted to accomplish this, he said. The Vice Mayor
added that the Manual was just a beginning to gain more control over the architecture
being brought into the Town.
Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded the motion to close the
Public Hearing and go into executive session. All voted AYE at roll call.
Commissioner Orthwein remarked that these are both lovely homes but she is in agreement
with the ARPB recommendation based on the testimony given by Mr. Skokowski. She added
that she understood that the ARPB had attempted to arrive at a compromise but that the
applicant had been unwilling to alter any of the design.
Commissioner Cross commented that the homes are well designed and he felt they were far
enough away from the existing homes so as to blend with the neighborhood. He remarked
that he did not believe the Code intended that homes look as if they had come from
cookie cutters.
Commissioner Hopkins stated that he had spent a lot of time reviewing the material. He
then questioned if Venetian - Mediterranean is listed as prohibited and was advised that
it is not listed as such. Commissioner Hopkins advised that he agreed with
Commissioner Orthwein but would tend to approve the projects since the style is not
prohibited.
Vice Mayor Armour stated that he looked at these projects as a part of Ocean West
District and feels they are minimally consistent. He believed they will fit in the
neighborhood when landscaped.
There being no further discussion, Vice Mayor Armour called for motions on each item of
each application. The action taken was as follows:
1. An application submitted by Mark Marsh of Digby Bridges, Marsh
and Associates, as agent for Harry & Deborah Sargeant, owners
of the property located at 1420 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream,
Florida which is legally described as Lots 11, 11A and 12,
McLOUth Subdivision.
a. SUBDIVISION -TO permit the separation of this parcel into
two parcels of 40,900 square feet and 52,111 square feet of
effective lot area.
Commissioner Orthwein moved to approve the two -lot Subdivision as requested, based on a
finding that the plans and documents submitted by the applicant meet all applicable
Subdivision Review standards. Commissioner Hopkins seconded the motion. Roll Call:
Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
b. LAND CLEARING PERMIT -TO permit the removal and /or relocation of
existing significant vegetation and to add fill.
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Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded that a Land Clearing
Permit be granted based on a finding that the plans and documents submitted by the
applicant meet all applicable permitting standards with the condition that all
remaining or relocated vegetation shall be adequately protected during construction.
Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor
Armour; AYE.
C. VARIANCE -To permit a zero foot setback in the required 15 foot
C') east side yard setback for the construction of a dock.
Noting the applicants requested to have this Variance Application withdrawn,
Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded that a withdrawal without
prejudice be granted. Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE, Comm.
Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
d. VARIANCE -TO permit an existing non- conforming minor
accessory structure to remain in the absence of a
primary structure.
Inasmuch as the applicant had requested to withdraw this Variance Request, Commissioner
Hopkins moved that a withdrawal without prejudice be granted and the motion was
seconded by Commissioner Orthwein. Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE,
Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
e. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW -To permit the
demolition of the existing home and the construction of
a new 2 -story single family dwelling of 12,801 sq. ft.
Commissioner Hopkins moved that the site plan be approved as amended with the deletion
of the fence on the common property line between Lots 11 and 12, based on a finding
that the plans and documents submitted by the applicant are minimally consistent with
all applicable review criteria with the following conditions: 1) The remainder of the
fencing shall meet all other requirements; 2) The walls of the house shall be of a
color and tone similar to those used on other structures within the McLouth
subdivision; 3) The length of the dock shall be reduced to 80 feet or less. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Cross. Roll Call: Commissioner Orthwein once
again stated that this is a lovely home but she is voting NAY in that she agreed with
the ARPB, that it does not fit into this neighborhood, based on the testimony of Mr.
Skokowski. Comm. Cross; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
2. (Continued from 3- 14 -97) An application submitted by Mark
Marsh, Digby Bridges, Marsh & Associates, as agent for Dan
Sergeant, owner of the property located at 1414 N. Ocean
Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida which is legally described as
Lot 12, McLouth Subdivision.
a. LAND CLEARING PERMIT -TO permit the removal and /or
relocation of significant vegetation and to add fill.
Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded to approve a Land
Clearing Permit based on a finding that the plans and documents submitted by the
applicant meet all applicable permitting standards with the condition that all
remaining or relocated vegetation shall be adequately protected during construction.
` ) Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor
Armour; AYE
b. VARIANCE -TO permit a zero foot setback in the required
15 foot west side yard setback for construction of a
dock.
In as much as the applicant had requested to have this Variance Application withdrawn
from the agenda, Commissioner Hopkins moved and Commissioner Cross seconded to approve
the withdrawal of the item without prejudice. Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm.
Cross; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
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page 10
C. VARIANCE -TO exclude 300 square feet of roof project-
ions from the maximum floor area calculation.
Vice Mayor Armour reminded that this request now becomes a request for a Special
Exception in that the other Variance request was withdrawn, as had been previously
discussed.
Commissioner Hopkins moved that the Special Exception to permit the covered patio and
walkway areas to exceed the maximum permitted floor area by 300 square feet be
approved, based on the plans and documents submitted by the applicant and a finding
that the proposed improvements meet all applicable specific and general Special
Exception review standards, with the condition that prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall record a deed restriction that prohibits
the future enclosure of any portion of the 1,155 square feet of covered patio /walkway
area or the increasing of the gross floor area beyond 11,080 square feet. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Cross. Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Cross; AYE,
Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Vice Mayor Armour; AYE.
d. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL /SITE PLAN REVIEW -TO permit con-
struction of a new 2 -story single family dwelling
consisting of 10,689 square feet.
Commissioner Hopkins moved that the site plan be approved as amended by deleting the
fencing on the common property line between Lots 11 and 12, based on a finding that the
plans and documents submitted by the applicant are minimally consistent with all
applicable review criteria with the following conditions: 1) The remaining fencing
shall meet all requirements; 2) Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy,
the applicant shall record a deed restriction that prohibits the future enclosure of
any portion of the 1,155 square feet of covered patio /walkway area or the increasing of
the gross floor area beyond 11,080 square feet. 3) The walls of the house shall be of
a color and tone similar to those used on other structures within the McLOUth
subdivision, but shall not be identical to the home proposed for Lot 11.
Vice Mayor Armour returned the gavel to Mayor Koch. Commissioner Cross left the
meeting and a five minute recess was declared.
VIII. Reports,
A. Town Manager
There was no report from the Town Manager.
B. Town Attorney
1. Request to exempt the Gulf Stream School from the Sewer
System Master Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions.
This item was withdrawn from the agenda.
C. Architectural Review & Planning Board
1. Meeting Dates
_ a. Special Meeting - 5/1/97 at 8:30 A.M.
1 b. Joint Workshop Meeting with Town Commission- 5/14/97
at 8:30 A.M.
C. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing - 5/28/97 at 8:30 A.M.
d. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing- 6/25/97 at 8:30 A.M.
These meetings were announced by Mayor Koch.
D. Finance Director
1. Financial Report for March, 1997
Mr. Thrasher reported the cash balance at the end of Marsh, 1997 was $74,925, and
pointed out that $41,071 was received in Ad Valorem Taxes. He further reported that
Invested Funds now total $752,725 with $634.969 being in the General Fund. Mr.
Thrasher then reported a year -to -date Net Revenue Deficit of $13,337 as opposed to an
estimated deficit for the same period of $44,813 and year -to -date Net Revenue of
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Town Commission -April 18, 1997 page 11
$53,023 in the Water Fund. Commissioner Orthwein moved and Commissioner Hopkins
seconded that the report be accepted as presented and all voted AYE at roll call.
2. Bi- monthly water consumption
Mr. Thrasher presented the Bi- monthly water consumption report which revealed there to
be a reduction of 3.80* usage from the previous year and a 22.711 reduction from the
base year.
E. Police Chief
1. Activity Report for March, 1997
Chief Schultz called attention to the report that was distributed in the packet and
noted that Det. Sindone had attended a criminal intelligence meeting at the office of
the Sheriff, Chief Schultz attended the annual association meeting held by the Place Au
Soleil Association and the Palm Beach County Chief's business meeting. He further
reported that a representative from the Department of Juvenile Justice inspected the
Gulf Stream Police Department jail facilities and has issued a report.
F. Construction in Progress in March, 1997
This report was not available for the meeting and will be included on the agenda for
the May, 1997 meeting.
IX. Items for Commission Action.
A. Appointments for the Architectural Review & Planning Board
Mayor Koch advised that the -three year terms for regular members Fred Devitt III,
Howard E.N. Wilson and Susan Souder have expired along with that of alternate member
Bettina Smith. He called attention to a letter from Mrs. Souder advising that she did
not want to be considered for re- appointment. The Town Clerk advised that she had
spoken to Mrs. Souder and determined that she would be available through the month of
May, 1997 if the Commission so desired. The Commissioners unanimously agreed that they
would appreciate Mrs. Souder continuing through May in order to give them time to make
known to the residents that there is a vacancy to fill on the ARPB. Town Manager
Harrington was directed to include this information in the next issue of "Currents"
which is expected to be mailed within two weeks.
1. Three regular members for a 3 -year term each
2. One alternate member for a 3 -year term
Commissioner Armour moved and Commissioner Orthwein seconded that Fred Devitt III,
Howard E.N. Wilson and Susanna Souder be re- appointed as regular members and that
Bettina Smith be re- appointed as an alternate member on the ARPB for 3 -year terms each.
Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Comm. Armour; AYE, Comm. Hopkins; AYE, and Mayor
Koch; AYE.
B. Request to waive the Water Connection Charge for Gulf Stream School -
Gator Engineering
Town Manager Harrington explained that Mr. Greg Ruhl, on behalf of the Gulf Stream
School, is requesting that the Town waive the connection charges for the fire sprinkler
system in the school. He cites letters from the Cities of Boynton Beach and Delray
Beach advising that they do not require fees for fire sprinkler connections. The
capital connection charge for this would be $26,500 under the current rate structure.
Mr. Harrington advised that the school has offered to pay $500 to off -set the cost to
the Town for plan review and inspections but that he has an estimated cost of $5,800
plus an administrative fee of $580 for a total of $6,380.00.
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Town Commission -April 18, 1997 page 12
Mr. Ruhl was recognized and advised that they have just learned, after receiving a
report from the Delray Beach Fire Department, that it may not be necessary to install a
separate line for the fire suppression system. He added that they had not had an
opportunity to verify this but if this is in fact true, they would not be installing
the connection in question.
Commissioner Armour moved that the capital connection cost for the fire sprinkler
connection be waived but that Gulf Stream School would be responsible for reimbursing
the Town for all out of pocket expense except the administrative fees. Commissioner
Orthwein seconded the motion. Roll Call: Comm. Orthwein; AYE, Commissioner Armour;
AYE, Commissioner Hopkins; AYE and Mayor Koch; AYE.
C. ORDINANCE NO. 97 -1: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COMMISSION OF THE
TOWN OF GULF STREAM, PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING
CHAPTER 66 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ZONING, AT SECTION 66-
62, BOARD MEMBERSHIP, PARAGRAPH (B), SO AS TO INCREASE THE
NUMBER OF ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND
PLANNING BOARD FROM TWO TO THREE. (First Reading)
Mayor Koch stated that he was not in favor of increasing the size of the ARPB as the
Town encourages the Alternate Members to attend the meeting even if they are not
participating in order to have some continuity. He believed that if there were more
members to call on to fill in, members would be more likely to be absent and continuity
would be lost. Commissioner Hopkins advised that he had originally been in favor of
this but in giving thought to the matter since the March meeting, he was inclined to
agree with Mayor Koch.
Commissioner Hopkins moved that Ordinance No. 97 -1 not be adopted on first reading and
the motion was seconded by Comm. Armour with all voting AYE at roll call.
D. Items by Commissioners
Commissioner Orthwein expressed a concern that the Commission is not showing support
for the ARPB in their recommendations.
Attorney Randolph explained that the ARPB is established to act in an advisory capacity
to the Town Commission. He observed that if the Commission is to rubber stamp the
recommendations of the ARPB, then the ARPB may as well have the final authority and the
Commission would not be involved.
X. Correspondence,
A. Request for a Resolution objecting to Special Act Legislation to
permit the abolishment of a municipal government without
study, consent or concurrence of the municipality. -City of
Port Richey
The Commissioners believed this to be an attempt to eliminate small cities and they
directed that a letter of support for the City of Port Richey be sent as there would
not be time to prepare a resolution and adopt it before action on the matter would be
taken by the State Legislature.
B. Resolutions from the City of Lake Worth
1. No. 18 -97; Supporting legislation expanding the use of
the Sewage Treatment Revolving Fund to include stormwater
management facilities.
2. No. 19 -97; Opposing expenditures of public monies for the
study and development of a high speed rail transportation
system.
These resolutions were made a part of the record.
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Town Commission -April 18, 1997 page 13
XI. Public.
There was no comment from the public.
XII. Adjournment.
Mayor Koch adjourned the meeting at 1:10 P.M. following a motion to do so made
by Commissioner Armour that was seconded by Commissioner Hopkins with all voting in the
affirmative.
Rita L. Taylor, own Clerk
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DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST
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(a) A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one)
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inured to the special gain of , by whom I am retained.
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An application for Development
Sargeant came before the Town
of which I am Mayor. The real
was involved in the sale of the
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of property owned by Harry and Dan
Commission of the Town of Gulf Stream,
estate firm with which I am associated
property.
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