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HomeMy Public PortalAbout05/02/1991 * Special MeetingCHAIRMAN: VICE CHAIRMAN: n BOARD MEMBER: ALTERNATE MEMBER: Joan Orthwein William Lynch Donald McGraw, Jr. Samuel Ogren, Jr. Susanna Souder Joan LaPorte A. Curtis True April 26, 1991 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA, CALLED AT THE ORDER OF THE CHAIRMAN, TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY, MAY 2, 1991 AT 8:00 A.M. IN THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA. 4111Haik�1011 I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Deferred item from Special Meeting of April 23, 1991. A. Continued Review and Study of a Site Plan submitted by Sam S. Caliendo, Agent for Gerry and Mary Lepkanich, 17217 Hunington Parkway, Boca Raton Polo Club, Boca Raton, Florida 33496 -Requesting approval to construct a two story single family dwelling at 3223 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida. 1. Recommendation to the Town Commission IV. Adjournment SHOULD ANY INTERESTED PARTY SEEK TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD 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 �J 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. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA HELD IN THE TOWN HALL ON THURSDAY, MAY 2, 1991 AT 8:00 A.M. I. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 A.M. by the Chairman, Joan Orthwein II. Roll Call Present: Also Present: Joan Orthwein William Lynch Donald McGraw, Jr Samuel Ogren, Jr. Susanna Souder Joan LaPorte Dr. Curtis True John Randolph Rita Taylor Richard Brandt Richard Brooks Sam Caliendo Henry Wright Barbara Stenson Kim Tiernan Chairman Vice Chairman Board Member Board Member Board Member Alternate Member Alternate Member Town Attorney Town Clerk Code Enforcement Officer Applicant's Agent Applicant's Agent Town Resident Town Resident Town Resident III. Deferred item from Special Meeting of April 23, 1991 Continued Review and Study of a Site Plan Submitted by Sam S. Caliendo, Agent for Gerry and Mary Lepkanich, 17217 Hunington Parkway, Boca Raton Polo Club, Boca Raton, Florida 33496 - Requesting approval to construct a two story single family dwelling at 3223 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida Chairman Orthwein called attention to the revised drawings that had been provided by the applicant as a result of the Special Meeting that was held on April 23, 1991. She then asked the applicant, Mr. Richard Brooks to explain the changes. Mr. Brooks pointed out that design modifications that were made incorporate a number of "old world" design features: 1) Recessed vault at entry which has been lowered and roofed with clay tile; 2)Classical Column treatment at entry vault; 3) Porte Cochere lowered with tile roof and classic horizontal detailing; 4) Dormer windows with recessed vault motiff, classical treatment; 5) Eaves at balcony with clay tile. He felt these modifications incorporate numerous mediterranean features, creating a more traditional style. Mr. Brooks distributed three color renderings of the view from AlA, the view from the front driveway as taken inside the property, and the view from the beach. He also distributed a memorandum which included examples of other dwellings in the Town which he believed illustrated that the O proposed residence meets the criteria outlined in the Town's Ordinances. A pictorial exhibit of these examples was displayed. Mrs. Souder explained that the houses that Mr. Brooks was using as examples were the houses that the Town was upset about. She restated her previous conclusion that the proposed structure was not in keeping with the character of the Town and she felt that it more resembles a hotel than a single family dwelling. She further stated that prior to 3 years ago, the architecture in the Town acceptable but that the bold styles that are now offered are just not fitting. Mr. McGraw acknowledged that that the changes had a softening effect and asked if more could be done to make it less bold. Special Meeting -Architectural Review & Planning Board -May 2, 1991 page -2- Mr. Brooks advised that the entry feature needsto be the size it is due to the large front setback that had been taken from AlA and added that most of it will not be seen due to the landscaping in the front yard. Mrs. Orthwein maintained that the two story vault is still too high, she would prefer a lower one, and suggested that this appears to be the main problem. Mr. Brooks stated that the vault had been lowered from a two story to a one and one half story vault. Mr. Ogren observed that there was a considerable amount of detail on the structure, many arches and really a lot going on. He felt the residents in Gulf Stream lean toward more simple design. Mrs. Souder expressed regret that Mr. Lepkanich had not appeared to discuss the matter. She felt that if he had an opportunity to look around the Town he would have a better feel for what would fit in. Mr. Caliendo replied that Mr. Lepkanich did not choose to leave his wife in New York at this time. Mr. Caliendo added that he is sorry that the Town does not care for the architecture in the surrounding 200' of the proposed structure but that the ordinance provides that this is to be used as criteria and he felt those provisions were being met. Mr. Brooks replied that all of the changes that have been made to this point have been made without the owners presence and he thanked the Board for accomodating them by with prompt and early meetings in an effort to resolve the matter. Mr. Lynch questioned if the vault could be reduced to one story to which Mr. Brooks replied that it could but he felt it would be out of proportion with the structure. Those speaking from the public in opposition to the structure were: Henry Wright, Barbara Stenson, Kim Tiernan, and Joan LaPorte. There was no comment from the public in favor of the project. Mr. Ogren stated that as a professional, he sees it as a good design but knew it was not what the people in Gulf Stream want, that it is too strong for their taste. He then suggested that the board address each feature such as, two story, exterior appearance, etc. in order to give Mr. Brooks more guidance. Attorney Randolph stated that while all architectural review ordinances are to some extent subjective, there are some definite guidelines present and called specific attention to paragraph 5. which speaks to buildings not being visibly excessively dissimilar in relation to any other Ostructures existing or for which a permit has been issued in respect to one or more of five points listed in the ordinance; cubical contents, gross floor area, height of building or roof, significant design features or quality of architectural design. He then advised that when the Board has concluded it's deliberations, a motion would be in order to either recommend that the site plan be approved, recommend that it be approved with certain conditions giving reasons for those conditions, or recommend that it be disallowed giving reasons why it should be disallowed. Special Meeting -Architectural Review & Planning Board -May 2, 1991 page -3- Mr. McGraw moved that the project be disapproved, finding that it did not meet the provisionsof Ordinance 91/12, Paragraph B, Sub Paragraphs 1, 3 and 5, those being that the proposed building is not in conformity with good taste, good design, and does not contribute to the image and charm of Gulf Stream; that the proposed building is not in harmony with proposed development in the general area; and that it is visibly %1 excessively dissimilar in relation to other structures existing with �� JJ regard to architectural design. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Souder. Roll Call: Mr. McGraw; AYE, Mrs. Souder; AYE, Mr. Lynch; NAY, Mr. Ogren; NAY, Chairman Orthwein; AYE. The Town Clerk advised the applicants that the Town Commission would have this item on their agenda for the meeting scheduled to be held on May 7, 1991 at 9:00 A.M. at the Town Hall. IV. Adjournment Chairman Orthwein adjourned the meeting at 9:05 A.M. Rita L. Taylor, T wn Clerk K