HomeMy Public PortalAbout06/21/1995NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Architectural Review and Planning
Board of the Town of Gulf Stream will hold a meeting on Wednesday,
June 21, 1995, at 8:30 A.M. in the Commission Chambers of the Town Hall,
100 Sea Road, Gulf Stream, Florida, at which the following will be
considered:
An application for a North Ocean Boulevard Landscape Disturbance
Permit submitted by John and Elizabeth Fogarty, owners of the
property at 2918 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida, legally
described as Lot 42 and Part of Lot 41 of Gulf Stream Properties
Subdivision, to permit the replacement of Hibiscus hedge with
Ficus hedge and the addition of native palm and canopy trees
within the property adjacent to North Ocean Boulevard.
The Architectural Review and Planning Board shall make a final decision
regarding the subject application at the meeting noticed above. This
meeting may be adjourned from time to time and place to place as may be
necessary to hear all parties and evidence.
Complete application materials are on file in the office of the Town
Clerk located at 100 Sea Road, Gulf Stream, Florida 33483 and may be
reviewed during regular business hours which generally include non -
holiday weekdays from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
ALL PARTIES INTERESTED IN THIS MATTER may appear before the
Architectural Review and Planning Board at the time and place afore-
said and be heard.
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 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.
Dated: June 1, 1995
TOWN OF GULF STREAM
24 ��
Rita L. Taylor Town Clerk
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Architectural Review and Planning
Board of the Town of Gulf Stream will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June
21, 1995 at 8:30 A.M., and the Town Commission will hold a meeting on
Friday, July 21, 1995 at 9:00 A.M., both in the Commission Chambers of
the Town Hall, 100 Sea Road, Gulf Stream, Florida, at which the following
will be considered:
An application for a Land Clearing Permit and a Level III
Architectural/Site Plan Review, submitted by Theodore and Jane
Madjarov, owners of vacant Lot 5, H. V. Pope Subdivision that
is located on the north side of Old School Road between Gulf
Stream Road and Polo Drive in Gulf Stream, Florida,to permit
construction of a one story, single family dwelling, consisting
of 7,217,square feet under roof, at that location.
The Architectural Review and Planning Board shall make a recommendation
to the Town Commission, and the Town Commission shall make a final
decision regarding the subject application at their respective meetings
noticed above. These meetings may be adjourned from time to time and
place to place as may be necessary to hear all parties and evidence.
Complete application materials are on file in the office of the Town
Clerk located at 100 Sea Road, Gulf Stream, Florida 33483 and may be
reviewed during regular business hours which generally include non -
holiday weekdays from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
ALL PARTIES INTERESTED IN THIS MATTER may appear before the
Architectural Review and Planning Board and the Town Commission of the
Town of Gulf Stream at the times and place aforesaid and be heard.
SHOULD ANY INTERESTED PARTY SEEK TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD OR THE TOWN COMMISSION WITH RESPECT
TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THESE PUBLIC HEARINGS/MEETINGS, SAID PARTY WILL
NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSE, 14AY 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.I
Dated: June 5, 1995 TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA
Rita L. Taylor Town Clerk
CHAIRMAN:
VICE CHAIRMAN:
BOARD MEMBER:
ALTERNATE MEMBER:
Howard E.N. Wilson
William Lynch
Fred Devitt, III
Susanna Souder
Sara Winston
R. W. Hopkins
Bettina Smith
June 16, 1995
REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING BEING HELD BY THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AND PLANNING BOARD OF THE T014N OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA, ON WEDNESDAY,
JUNE 21, 1995 AT 8:30 A.M., IN THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM,
FLORIDA.
ArP..NT)A
I. Call to Order.
II. Roll Call.
III.
Minutes of
the Regular
Meeting/Public Hearing
of May 24,
1995.
IV.
Additions,
withdrawals,
deferrals, arrangement
of agenda
items.
V. Announcements.
A. Regular Meeting and Public Hearing to be held on July 19, 1995
at 8:30 A.M. in the Town Hall.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
A. Applications for Development Approval.
1. John and Elizabeth Fogarty, 2918 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream,
Florida.
a. AIA VEGETATIVE DISTURBANCE PERMIT -To permit the
replacement of Hibiscus hedge with Ficus hedge and the
addition of native palm and canopy trees within the
property legally described as Lot 42 and Part of Lot
41 in Gulf Stream Properties Subdivision
2. Theodore and Jane Madjarov, owners of the vacant lot on the
north side of Old School Road between Gulf Stream Road and
Polo Drive in Gulf Stream, Florida that is legally
described as Lot 5, H.V. Pope Subdivision.
a. LEVEL III ARCHITECTURAL/SITE PLAN REVIEW -To permit
construction of a one story single family dwelling on
the parcel of property described above.
b. LAND CLEARING PERMIT -To permit the addition of fill
material to raise the elevation of the property to the
required height for construction of the dwelling.
VII. Items by Staff.
A. Construction in Progress in May, 1995
VIII. Items by ARPB Members.
IX. Public.
X. 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 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.
REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND
PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA HELD ON WEDNESDAY,
JUNE 21, 1995, AT 9:00 A.M. IN THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF
STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by
the Chairman, Howard Wilson.
II. Roll Call.
Present and
Participating
Absent with Notice
Howard E.N. Wilson Chairman
William Lynch Vice Chairman
Fritz Devitt III Board Member
Sara C. Winston Board Member
R.W. Hopkins Alternate Board Member
Susanna Souder Board Member
Also Present and E. Scott Harrington Town Manager
Participating Scott Hawkins Assist. Town Attorney
Randall Stofft Arch. - Madjarovs
James Wolter Resident
Mona Wolter Resident
Chris Dooney Rep. - Sewer Assoc.
III. Minutes of the Regular Meeting/Public Hearing of May 24 1995
Mr. Lynch moved, and Mrs. Winston seconded, that the minutes be
approved as circulated. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs.
Winston; AYE, Mr. Lynch; AYE, Mr. Hopkins; AYE, Chairman
Wilson; AYE.
IV. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items.
Mr. Harrington stated that Randall Stofft, architect for the
Madjarov residence, has requested to make an informal presentation for
another new home which will be formally considered at the July
meeting. The presentation would be added to the agenda as item VI.B.
Informal Presentation. All Board members agreed to amend the agenda
and hear the presentation.
V. Announcements.
A. Mr. Harrington announced the next regular meeting will be
held on July 19, 1995, at 8:30 a.m.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Applications for Development Approval
1. John and Elizabeth Fogarty, 2918 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf
Stream, Florida.
a. AlA VEGETATIVE DISTURBANCE PERMIT - To permit the
replacement of Hibiscus hedge with Ficus hedge and
the addition of native palm and canopy trees
within the property legally described as Lot 42
and part of Lot 41 in the Gulf Stream Properties
Subdivision.
In the absence of the applicant or a representative, Mr. Harrington
summarized the request pointing out that the hedge to be replaced and
some of the proposed trees are within the North Ocean Boulevard
Overlay District and thus, require approval of a disturbance permit.
Mr. Harrington concluded by stating he found the request to be
Architectural Review and Planning Board
Regular Meeting - June 21, 1995
Page 2
consistent with all applicable review standards and recommends
approval without conditions based on this finding.
Hearing no comments from the public, Mr. Lynch moved to approve the
request for a North Ocean Boulevard Landscape Disturbance Permit as
requested upon a finding that the landscape plan meets all applicable
permit standards. The motion was seconded by Mr. Devitt. Roll Call:
Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, Mr. Lynch; AYE, Mr. Hopkins; AYE,
Chairman Wilson; AYE.
2. Theodore and Jane Madjarov, owners of the vacant lot on the
north side of Old School Road between Gulf Stream Road and
Polo Drive in Gulf Stream, Florida that is legally described
as Lot 5, H.V. Pope Subdivision.
a. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL/SITE PLAN REVIEW - To permit
construction of a one-story single family dwelling on
the parcel of property described above.
b. LAND CLEARING PERMIT - To permit the addition of fill
material to raise the elevation of the property to the
required height for construction of the dwelling.
Before beginning the proceedings, Attorney Hawkins administered an
oath to the applicant's architect and all members of the public who
wished to speak on this matter.
Randall Stofft, architect for the project, presented a colored
rendering of the front elevation and noted he had received the staff
report. Relative to suggestions in the report, Mr. Stofft stated that
his client was willing to make some changes to the home including a
redesign of the octagonal rooms in the rear, the addition of
architectural embellishments to the side elevations (i.e. shutters),
and the reduction of some glass along the back. Overall, though, Mr.
Stofft stated that he believed the proposed structure works well with
surrounding structures in terms of its mass, its footprint and the
fact that it is only one story.
Mr. Devitt commented that he felt shutters on the side elevations were
an important element. Mr. Stofft agreed and stated that would be no
problem.
Mrs. Winston noted that the floor plan did not reflect a window in the
bathroom on the side elevation and wondered whether it was to be glass
block. Mr. Stofft replied there would be a window but it would not be
glass block. Mrs. Winston then asked for more detail regarding the
redesign of the octagonal rooms. Mr. Stofft replied that they had no
specific plans to show at this time but that the exercise room
probably would be reconfigured to have a bay window with the roof
extended over it rather than having a whole other roof line as was
shown. He stated he intended to have the octagonal elements balance
one another and act as terminating elements because they are near the
corners of the house, but they are not required.
Mr. Devitt inquired as to the design and materials of the front doors
and the columns on the left front window. Mr. Stofft indicated the
Architectural Review and Planning Board Page 3
Regular Meeting - June 21, 1995
front doors are wood with a molding insert. Regarding the columns in
the left front window, Mr. Stofft replied they were intended to play
off of the columns used at the entry, but they are not critical. Mrs.
Winston indicated she felt the house would look better without the
window columns. Mr. Devitt agreed and Mr. Stofft indicated removal
would be no problem.
Chairman Wilson stated that the point of the Design Manual was to
maintain compatibility between houses in the same zoning district.
The preferred style in the Gulf Stream Core District is the Gulf
Stream -Bermuda, which is typically one-story with a white cement tile
roof, and the Spanish -Mediterranean style is discouraged. Given this,
Mr. Wilson requested Mr. Stofft address the proposed use of barrel
tile.
Mr. Stofft responded that he is aware of the Design Manual
requirements and that the Core district is composed mostly of the Gulf
Stream -Bermuda style. However, he continued, on this street there are
already three different roofs including white cement tile, barrel tile
and cedar shakes. As a result, he felt the proposed house would fit
in quite comfortably and add beauty to the area. Mr. Lynch stated he
felt the barrel tile worked on the lot, and Mr. Devitt noted that,
upon seeing the colored rendering, he, too, believed the barrel tile
was acceptable.
Mr. Harrington then reviewed his report noting the discussion in the
report concerning the slope along the rear property line. Mr.
Harrington continued that he and Mr. Skokowski of Urban Design Studio
(the Town's consulting design professional) found that the proposed
home meets the minimum criteria of the Design Manual. However, he
noted a number of suggestions are included in the staff report in
effort to bring about a greater consistency with the Manual. These
suggestions include: removing the angular walls on the back; reducing
the window area on the back; providing more architectural details on
the sides and rear similar to those shown on the front; and using
white cement tile for the roof and incorporating other Gulf Stream -
Bermuda design elements. He concluded by stating that he recommended
approval of the Architectural/Site Plan Review and Land Clearing
Permit requests with the condition that the slope along the rear
property line be reduced and that if a retaining wall is to be used,
it be no higher than two feet and be located at the edge of the pool
deck, not on the property line. He also noted that, based on
discussions at this meeting, the applicant has agreed to address three
of the four suggestions in his report.
Jim Wolter, the neighbor to the west of the subject property, asked
what the size of the home is in proportion to the size of the lot and
inquired as to whether the Madjarov's would occupy the house or sell
it and whether that made any difference in these proceedings. Mr.
Wilson responded that the size of the home is just under the maximum
permitted for this particular lot, and Mrs. Madjarov indicated from
the audience that they intend to live there.
Architectural Review and Planning Board Page 4
Regular Meeting - June 21, 1995
Mona Wolter, also of the neighboring property, inquired as to when the
next hearing would be. Mr. Wilson stated it would be on July 21,
1995, in front of the Town Commission.
Chris Dooney, Town resident and representative of the Gulf Stream
Homeowners Improvement Association (sewer association) expressed
concerns about the impact of period floods on the proposed septic
system and the potential health and odor problems that may result.
Mrs. Wolter also questioned the use of a septic tank in light of the
availability of the sewer system and wondered where exactly the septic
system would be located. Chairman Wilson responded the Town has no
control over septic systems as all authority in that area rests with
the health department. Mr. Stofft replied that the applicant would
meet all requirements of all agencies. Mr. Harrington stated the tank
and drainfield are proposed for the southwest corner of the property
and noted that the last several septic permits he has seen required a
drainfield height of +7.5 NGVD. If that is imposed here, a large
mound would be required in the front yard and the grading and drainage
plan would have to be substantially revised. Mr. Madjarov, speaking
from the audience, indicated he hadn't given the issue a lot of
thought to date and would look into it further after receiving site
plan approval from the Town.
Following discussion from members of the public who were present, Mr.
Harrington read a letter received from James Finley of 335 Old School
Road, the neighbor to the south. The letter stated the Finleys had no
objection to the proposed home but were concerned about the fill to be
added and the possible drainage impacts it might have on the Finley's
property. Mr. Harrington stated no other written comments have been
received.
Upon hearing no further public comment, Chairman Wilson, closed the
public hearing and opened the floor to comments by Board members only.
Mr. Lynch stated he felt the applicant did a good job addressing the
suggestions in Mr. Harrington's report with the exception of changing
the roof tile. However, he had no problem with the roof tile.
Chairman Wilson indicated the colored rendering looked much better
than the black and white plan and that while he still preferred white
cement tile, he did not find the barrel tile to be offensive. He then
thanked the applicant for his willingness to cooperate with the Town
and for agreeing to redesign the angled walls in the back. He also
encouraged the applicant to seriously consider hooking into the sewer
system. Mr. Devitt and Mr. Hopkins echoed these comments.
Mr. Lynch moved, and Mr. Hopkins seconded, to recommend approval of
the Land Clearing Permit and Level 3 Architectural/Site Plan Review to
the Town Commission with the following conditions which are necessary
to make a finding that the proposed plans are consistent with all
applicable criteria: 1) the angular walls in the rear of the house be
redesigned to a more rectilinear form and the glass visible from the
back be reduced; 2) additional architectural details be included on
the side elevations, such as shutters, to achieve an appearance
similar to that of the front elevation; 3) the columns around the
Architectural Review and Planning Board Page 5
Regular Meeting - June 21, 1995
front left window be removed and shutters be added to achieve an
appearance similar to other windows on the front; 4) the columns for
the covered porch in the back be re-examined and rough wood or coquina
be considered to achieve an appearance more consistent with the front
of the house, and; 5) the slope along the rear property line be
reduced, and if a retaining wall is used, it shall be no higher than 2
feet and shall be located at the edge of the pool deck and not on the
property line. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, Mr.
Lynch; AYE, Mr. Hopkins; AYE, Chairman Wilson; AYE.
B. Informal Presentation.
Randall Stofft, architect, as agent for Mr. and Mrs.
Pontius, informal presentation of plans for a new house to
be located on a lot immediately south of 1357 North Ocean
Blvd., Gulf Stream, Florida.
Mr. Harrington reminded the Board that the following was an informal,
non-binding presentation and review. As such, the Board was not
obligated to respond but if they so desired, they could provide
comments and direction to the applicant for incorporation into the
plans prior to a formal presentation.
Mr. Stofft then presented renderings of both the front and rear
elevations of the proposed home, along with prints of the other
elevations and site plan. He reminded the Board that he was the
architect for the Craft house next door, which was the first to
undergo review under the new code, and that he had attempted to
incorporate what he learned from that process into this house. He
pointed out that while it is a two-story structure, it has a number of
one story elements and step backs as preferred in the Design Manual.
He also pointed out the gables and shutters on the rear, which, in his
opinion, worked to soften the appearance of the larger window areas.
Lastly, he stated the home would have real barrel tile that would be
of one color.
Mr. Lynch indicated the overall form of the home seemed acceptable but
the center window in the rear appeared to be two -stories, which the
Design Manual does not permit. Mr. Stofft indicated he would review
this design and bring back alternatives to the next meeting. Mr.
Wilson added that he, too, thought the home was generally attractive
and well -massed but that the window needed improvement.
Mr. Harrington indicated he had not had time to conduct a thorough
( ) review but had three comments. First, the window in the back appeared
to be two -stories, as discussed, and that the Manual did not permit
this. Second, the window on the upper left of the front elevation was
too large and the design too inconsistent with other windows on the
elevation. Given that this was for a bathroom, he felt it could be
improved with no impact on the interior. Mr. Stofft indicated he
would revisit this area as well. Lastly, Mr. Harrington pointed out
the proposed outdoor shower area on the side of the house is in the
side setback. He questioned whether this was acceptable to the Board
given that mechanical equipment is not permitted in the side setback.
Most Board members indicated they did not have a problem with it.
Architectural Review and Planning Board
Regular Meeting - June 21, 1995
Page 6
Mr. Stofft thanked the Board for their comments and indicated he would
have alternatives for them to review next month.
VII. Items by Staff.
A. Construction in Progress in May, 1995.
The report revealed there to be $8,101,195 worth of construction in
progress in May, 1995.
As an additional item, Mr. Harrington told the Board that he had been
notified by the American Society of Landscape Architects that the
Design Manual had won an Award of Merit, which will be formally
presented at the organization's national meeting in Cleveland in
October.
VIII. Items by ARPB Members.
There were no comments from Board members.
IX. Public.
There was no comment from the public.
X. Adjournment.
Chairman Wilson adjourned the meeting at 9:50 a.m. on a motion
to do so made by Mr. Lynch and seconded by Mrs. Winston with all
voting in the affirmative.
-b .