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HomeMy Public PortalAbout05/09/1990 * Joint Workshop: Town Commission & ARPB MeetingMay 4, 1990 MAYOR: William F. Koch, Jr. VICE MAYOR: Alan I. Armour COMMISSIONER: James E. Cross Lawrence E. Stahl Kathleen S. Wallace PLANNING BOARD: William Mayer, Chairman Q Charles Eaton, Vice Chairman William Lynch Joan Orthwein Sherwood Sheehan JOINT WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA TO BE HELD AT 9:00 A.M. ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 1990 IN THE TOWN HALL OF GULF STREAM, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA. ACENDA I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Reports A. Historic Preservation -John Johnson B. Architectural Review -John Breazeale III. Public IV. Adjournment SHOULD ANY INTERESTED PARTY SEEK TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE TOWN COMMISSION OR THE PLANNING BOARD WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT A WORKSHOP 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. 286.0105, F.S.S. JOINT WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TOWN COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA HELD IN THE TOWN HALL ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 1990 at 9:00 A.M. II. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 A.M. by Mayor Koch. Roll Call Present: William F. Koch, Jr. Mayor Alan I. Armour Vice Mayor James E. Cross Commissioner Lawrence E. Stahl Commissioner Kathleen S. Wallace Commissioner William Lynch Board Member, Planning Board Joan Orthwein Board Member, Planning Board Sherwood Sheehan Board Member, Planning Board Also Present: John Randolph Richard Brandt John Johnson John Breazeale Christine Krolik Phyllis Evans Barbara Stenson Reports A. Historic Preservation - John Johnson Town Attorney Code Enforcement Officer Director of Palm Beach County Preservation Board Task Force Member Task Force Member Task Force Member Task Force Member Inasmuch as Mr. Johnson had not yet arrived, Mayor Koch advised that item B. would be heard. B. Architectural Review - John Breazeale Mr. Breazeale, representing the Task Force in the matter of a proposed Community Appearance Board, distributed an updated draft of Criteria and Procedures for a Community Appearance Board. He praised the Commissioners for past efforts that molded Gulf Stream in the fine community that now existe He stated that he and others felt that times are rapidly changing and it would be very difficult for the Commission to maintain the character of the town without additional "tools" to do so. The task force felt a Community Appearance Board would certainly aid in this endeavor, he said. He then read the preamble. Mr. Breazeale reviewed each section of the draft. Regarding the composition of the Community Appearance Board, he believed that either the Planning Board members or the Town Commissioners could act as the Community Appearance Board provided that an architect was added as a regular member and two alternate members were appointed. Mayor Koch believed that Community Appearance Boards were for larger cities, however, added that there is always room for improvement and it is important that any changes result in what is best for everyone, and that everyones rights are protected. Commissioner Wallace viewed the proposed Board to be a negotiating tool. Mr. Breazeale basically agreed. `� •• •.+ =../t• �/ =.11c IVWll lUlkt1111b Un ana the Planning Board of May 9, 1990 rage -1- Commissioner Cross questioned how the Architectural Review Board has worked out in Manalapan to which Attorney Randolph replied that it is a very strict body, even requiring a scale model. Mr. Lynch questioned what the cost would be to have an architect and attorney on the board and was advised that architects do ndt charge for these meetings and it might not be necessary to have an attorney at every meeting although larger cities do have one at all times. Commissioner Stahl questioned if the Task Force had considered upgrading the Zoning Code rather than creating a new document. Mr. Breazeale and Attorney Randolph agreed that this was subjective for the most part but some of it could be inserted. Commissioner Stahl suggested that the Task Force include this review as duties of the Planning Board and provide for an Architect as an additional member. Mr. Bridges from the audience suggested that perhaps consideration should be given to changing the name of the Planning Board to Architectural Review and Site Plan Review Board. The Commission asked if the Task Force would review the existing Zoning Code and make an effort to work their proposals into it as much as possible, including the review as duties of the Planning Board. Mayor Koch called a brief recess. On reconvening the meeting at 10 A.M., Mayor Koch announced that item A., Historic Preservation, would now be addressed. Christine Krolik was recognized and advised that Phyllis Evans would be reporting on the activities of the Task Force and that Barbara Stenson would then introduce Mr. Johnson who would review the proposed Landmark Preservation Ordinance. Mrs. Krolik then displayed a large picture of Hillsboro Mile and expressed the hope that something similar did not happen to Gulf Stream. Phyllis Evans, in making her report on the activities of the Task Force, advised they had all learned a lot and much interest in Landmark Protection had been generated in the Town. She stated that the Task Force began by studying the Town's Comprehensive Plan. They next obtained existing Land- mark Protection ordinances and spoke with numerous individuals in other cities and towns who have experience with Landmark Preservation. She went on to advise that the Task Force has prepared a proposed ordinance to fit Gulf Stream and be specific. Mrs. Evans reported that the Task Force was recommending that a Landmark Council be created to inform those property owners of Landmark Property of the designation and to assist them in planning renovations. Barbara Stenson introduced John Johnson, Director of the Palm Beach County Preservation Board, enumerating his qualifications and achievements, who would be reviewing the proposed ordinance. Mr. Johnson began by stating that between 30 and 50 buildings/sites would be 50 years old and might be eligible to be declared historic. He further stated that, if there were several of such together, a historical district could be declared and once declared, any construction must be reviewed and a Certificate of Appropriateness obtained. The hearing process helps determine if a Landmark Designation should be given, he said. ----- - __ _.... —.1. uuu rage - s - the Planning Board of May 9, 1990 Attorney Randolph reminded that anything worthy can be Landmarked even if it is not 50 years old and that the pine trees can be designated. Mr. Sheehan asked where the conflict between the owner and the board would surface and Mr. Johnson stated that it is basically at the request for demolition. Several members of the Commission and Planning Board spoke in favor of a voluntary designation provision but Mrs. Krolik advised that the Task Force does not recommend voluntary participation. Commissioner Armour was concerned that a higher entity might supercede the Town designating Landmarks but Mr. Johnson did not feel this would happen. Commissioner Stahl questioned what the role of the Commission would be and was advised by Attorney Randolph that they would ratify or not the recom- mendations of the Landmark Commission and hear appeals of denials of Certificates of Appropriates. Commissioner Wallace observed that the Task Force has reached to experts for information and have done a great deal toward becoming educated in Landmark Preservation. Mr. Sherwood Sheehan asked what the advantages and disadvantages of Land - marking were to the owner to which Mr. Johnson replied that the advantages were pride and having a pool of experts to help with architectural planning and the disadvantage was being restricted on what would be permitted in the area of improvements or demolition. Attorney Randolph, when asked for his remarks, felt the proposed ordinance was good with only a couple of things to be cleared up. He said the Commission needed to decide if Landmark Preservation is a good thing, and if so, then get the owners of the property in to educate them on it. He said this should be done through a noticed public hearing. Several types of communications to residents were discussed and it was determined that the decision would be made at a later time. The Task Force indicated they would prepare some material for Commission review. Commissioner Armour suggested setting a target date for adoption, however, it was determined that the process must be moved forward with all due dispatc to which he was agreeable. Attorney Randolph was directed to move ahead with the document and that if, at the public hearings, changes were thought to be necessary, they could be done at that time. Staff was instructed to advise Resource Engineering and Planning that they did not need to prepare a Land Development Regulation for the Historical Preservation item. IV. Adjournment Mayor Koch adjourned the workshop at 11:30 A.M. UU1111 YYULAb11UP WL "1C lUWll 1 UIIUU1 =A8 Ull alLU the Planning Board of May,9, 1990 ATTEST: Town Clerk YULJW - Y Mayor Koch Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Planning Board Member Planning Board Member Planning Board Member