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REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING HELD BY THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND
PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM, FLORIDA ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER
29, 1995, AT 8:30 A.M. IN THE TOWN HALL, 100 SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 8:30 A.M. by
the Chairman, Howard Wilson.
II.
Souder
Roll Call.
Present and
Participating:
Also Present and
Participating:
Howard E.N. Wilson
William Lynch
Fritz Devitt III
Susanna Souder
Sara C. Winston
E. Scott Harrington
Rita Taylor
Mark Marsh
Janes Wolter
Everett Jenner
Bettina Smith
Perry O'Neal
Minutes of the Regular Meeting/Public He
Mr. Lynch moved that the minutes be appx
seconded the motion with all voting AYE.
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Town Manager
Town Clerk
Agent for Mr.
Applicant
Agent for Mr.
Town Resident
Town Resident
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& Mrs. Wolter
& Mrs. Speer
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IV. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items.
There were no changes requested.
V. Announcements.
A. Meeting Dates.
1. December 27, 1995 at 8:30 A.M. in the Town Hall
2. January 24, 1996 at 8:30 A.M. in the Town Hall
These announcements were made by Chairman Wilson
3. February, 1996 to be confirmed.
The Town Clerk advised that the regular meeting date for February, 1996
would be Wednesday, February 28, 1996 at 8:30 A.M. The members of the
Board agreed to hold the February meeting on this date and time.
B. Award of Merit from the American Society of Landscape Architects.
Mr. Harrington called attention to copies of pages from the Landscape
Architecture publication of November, 1995 reporting the Award of Merit.
Chairman Wilson requested that copies be furnished to the President of the
Gulf Stream Civic Association.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
A. Applications for Development Approval
CChairman Wilson requested that all of those persons who would be speaking
with regard to any of the applications on the agenda please stand and be
sworn. The Town Clerk administered the Oath to Mark Marsh, James and Mona
Wolter, and Everett Jenner.
1. Mark Marsh of Digby Bridges, Marsh &Associates as Agent for
James and Mona Wolter, owners of the property located at
445 Old School Road, Gulf Stream, Florida, legally described
as Lot 4, H.V. Pope Subdivision, Palm Beach County, Florida.
Mr. Marsh explained that he is seeking approval to construct a single -story
addition to the east side of the existing residence that will contain a
family room, study and bath, comprising a total of 750 square feet. He
stated that when adding this to the square footage of the existing improve-
ments, the total lot coverage would be 1,600 square feet under the allowable.
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Mr. Marsh stated that the addition would be constructed of the same
materials as the existing structure. In closing, Mr. Marsh commented that
Mr. Harrington had recommended that muntins be added to most of the
existing windows in the rear and to those in the new addition. He stated
that he felt this decision should be left to the desiner and the owners.
Mr. Wolter was recognized and advised that there was no way to do this
without changing all of the windows which is very costly.
Town Manager Harrington stated that he wanted it clear on the record that
his recommendation was to approve the site plan with the condition that the
applicant and Board give consideration to adding muntins or dividers to
the windows. He stated that while the Design Manuel did not specifically
address the matter of additions, the intent -in the Manuel is to avoid large
expanses of glass and to have all sides of the structure be the same design.
Mrs. Souder, referring to the drawing that was displayed by Mr. Marsh, asked
if that represented the landscaping that is there or that will be placed
there. Mr. Marsh said the palm trees that are shown in front of the new
addition are in place. Mr. Wolter stated that the pool is directly out
in front of the existing structure and the golf course is adjacent to the
back property line. He added that there is a hedge between his property
and the golf course. Mrs. Souder stated that with the trees in front of
the large glass windows in the new addition, the large expanse of glass
is broken up and she felt the appearance would be acceptable in this instance.
Mr. Devitt stated that due to there being no specific regulation that would
require an existing structure to be altered in design when constructing
an addition, and when considering the additional cost of changing all of
the windows on the rear elevation of the structure, he would not be in
favor of requiring muntins on the rear windows.
a. LEVEL II ARCHITECTURAL//SITE PLAN REVIEW -One story addition.
Mr. Lynch moved and Mr. Devitt seconded that the Level II Architectural/
Site Plan Review is approved in that the building and site plans meet all
applicable review standards, including applicable portions of the Gulf
Stream Design Manual. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs. Souder; AYE, Mr.
Lynch; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, and Chairman Wilson; AYE.
2. Everett H. Jenner as Agent for Sydnor & Suzanne Speer, owners
of the property located at 998 Pelican Lane, Gulf Stream,
Florida, that is legally described as the North 79.4' of the
east 133' of Lot 25 Model Land Company's Subdivision of Sec.
9, Township 46 south, Range 43 east, Palm Beach County, F1.
Mr. Jenner explained that Mr. & Mrs. Speer are requesting to construct an
addition of 328 square feet on the west side of the existing guest cottage
that will consist of a large playroom and bath for use by visiting grand-
children. He stated that the addition is under the allowable square footage
that would be permitted. Mr. Jenner stated that in order to bring the
guest cottage into conformity with the main structure, they will be changing
the entire roof of the guest cottage to match the house. He further advised
that Mr. Harrington had suggested that shutters be added as well and he
stated that he was in agreement and he believed his client would be willing
to do this. Mr. Jenner advised that he is seeking a special exception to
permit the extension on the existing non -conforming wall line of the cottage,
thereby reducing the minimum rear setback of the guest cottage by 10.7 feet.
He stated that the addition could be added toward the street but that is
not in keeping with the design and would encroach on the existing, lush
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landscaping and the existing parking area. He pointed out that the design
that is proposed, with the special exception, will be much less prominent
in it's relationship to the street. In closing, Mr. Jenner advised that
Mr. Harrington had suggested that the jalousie door that is proposed,be
changed, along with the existing jalousie door in the guest cottage, to
Ca design material that would conform to the Design Manual. He advised that
the jalousie doors are planned for two reasons. The first reason is that
there are several jalousie doors on the primary structure and they will
match those. The second reason was that Mr. & Mrs. Speer utilize these
for ventilation. He pointed out that only with the jalousie door will there
be cross ventilation in the guest cottage.
Mr. Harrington advised that he had visited the site after he had written
his report and noticed that the main structure had jalousie doors which
he had not been aware of when he wrote his report.
Mr. Jenner then displayed a number of photographs of the property to show
the doors and the large amount of landscape material in place.
Chairman Wilson noted that the roof of the proposed cottage will have an
odd shape when the addition is added and questioned why the structure was
not tied into the main structure since they are so close. Mr. Jenner
advised that they are of different elevations, the drainage pattern of
the entire site would need to be changed and the design would be very
complicated. He added that with the angle of the guest cottage in relation
to the main structure, he did not believe this "chopped off" portion of
the roof would be seen from the street. Mr. Harrington agreed with this.
Mrs. Souder stated that she finds the jalousie doors very unattractive and
she questioned if the owner would be willing to change them. Mr. Jenner
stated he would ask them but that they had expressed strong feelings about
having them for ventilation.
Mr. Lynch believed that since the jalousie doors are there, the Board should
not dictate that they be changed. Chairman Wilson agreed, adding that he
felt it would be unfair to insist that they all be changed.
Mr. Winston believed that the matter of the.jalousie doors is not that
important,since they are all screened from view.
a. LEVEL III ARCHITECTURAL/SITE PLAN REVIEW -To permit the
construction of a one story addition to the existing
Cguest house.
Mr. Lynch moved and Mr. Devitt seconded that it be recommended to the Town
Commission that approval be granted, based upon a finding that the building
and site plans meet all applicable review standards, provided that shutters
are added to the windows of the guest house to.achieve a greater similarity
of appearance with the main residence, and provided consideration is'given
to replacing the jalousie doors with doors that conform to the requirements
of the Design Manual. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs. Souder; AYE, Mr.
Lynch; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, and Chairman Wilson; AYE.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION -To permit the extension of an existing
non -conforming wall line on the guest house, reducing
the minimum rear setback by 10.71.
Mr. Lynch moved and Mrs. Winston seconded that it be recommended to the Town
Commission that Special Exception be granted for the extension of an
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existing non -conforming wall line and thereby reduce the minimum rear setback
of the guest cottage by 10.7' from 25 to 14.3 feet, based on a finding that
the building and site plans, as submitted, meet all applicable specific
and general Special Exception review standards. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE,
Mrs. Souder; AYE, Mr. Lynch; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, and Chairman Wilson; AYE.
3. Gordon Hamm as Agent for Robert and Valerie Baxter, owners of
the property located at 1100 N. Ocean Blvd., Gulf Stream,
Florida, that is legally described as the Revised Plat Blks.
C D & E, Palm Beach Shores Acres, Lt 14A and the North 25' of
Lot 15-A (less the West 317.51).
Inasmuch as there was no representive present, Town'Manager Harrington
explained that Dr. Baxter is seeking approval to replace a hedge within the
North Ocean Boulevard Overlay District. He advises that this property has
a North Ocean Blvd. address even though it fronts a private road (Shore Road)
idth North Ocean Boulevard running along the east side property line. Mr.
Harrington explained that the applicant wishes to planta viburnum hedge
that would screen an existing wooden fence which runs the length of the
property along North Ocean Boulevard. He added that the hedge replaces
an oleander hedge which Dr. Baxter said was damaged during a storm and
subsequently removed. Mr. Harrington also said that a flame vine has been
planted on the inside of the fence and has already -grown over the fence and
down the outside to meet the proposed hedge. He a3`ded.that if this project
is found to meet the review standards, he recommends that a condition be
added that a minimum of 3 -gallon containers be used with plants at least
24" in height planted no more than 2' apart on center.
Chairman Wilson asked if there had been any communication from neighbors.
Mr. Harrington advised that Barbara Whittaker and Bettina Smith had been
in to review the material. He advised that they were anxious that the fence
be covered as there had been some very small plants installed that died. They
further did not believe the vine was consistent with other landscaping
along AlA in the area.
Bettina Smith, being present, was recognized and given the Oath by the Town
Clerk. Mrs. Smith pointed out that the oleander that had been in place was
a totally different look, than what is being planned, and was more in keeping
with other landscape material along AlA in the area. She advised that there
is no irrigation system provided and very little maintenance done in this
area. As a result, there should be something approved that takes very
little attention. Mrs. Smith advised that all of the neighbors liked the
oleander that had been there.
Mrs. Souder noted that this is located at the beginning of Gulf Stream at
Cthe south end and it is important that the proposed plantings give a good
impression and are in keeping with the character of the town. She did not
believe the proposed design would achieve this.
Chairman Wilson commented that the vine and hedge combination was inconsist-
ent with other properties in the North Ocean Blvd. Overlay District and a
single hedge to screen the existing fence in it's entirety, by:its self,
such as oleander, would be more acceptable. Town Manager Harrington advised
that the applicant had stated that he did not want oleander. Chairman
Wilson suggested that the Town Manager meet with the applicant to discuss
this further and identify other materials to be more suitable.
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a. AlA VEGETATIVE DISTURBANCE PERMIT -To permit the addition
of a hedge in front of existing fence adjacent to North
Ocean Blvd.
Mr. Devitt moved that consideration of this matter be continued to the next
meeting of December 27, 1995 and that the Town Manager be directed to meet
with the applicant in an effort to arrive at some design and material that
would be more consistent with that existing in the area. The motion was
seconded by Mrs. Souder. Roll Call: Mr. Devitt; AYE, Mrs. Souder; AYE,
Mr. Lynch; AYE, Mrs. Winston; AYE, and Chairman Wilson; AYE.
VII. Items by Staff.
A. Construction in Progress Reports
1. September, 1995
2. October,1995
The September report reflected there to be $7,678,661 worth of construction
in progress and the October report reflected $8,097,031. Knowing of a
lapse of time in paper work from Palm Beach County, Mr. Lynch requested
that Mr. Harrington advise which of the jobs are still in progress. Mr.
Harrington pointed these out and added that it appears that -there wil-1 be
5 or 6 new constructions in progress by the end of the season.
VIII. Items by ARPB Members.
Chairman Wilson urged that the Madjarov construction on Old School
Road be monitored closely to avoid any unnecessary disruption of the
neighborhood.
Mrs. Souder asked if there is any way to prevent "spec" houses from being
built in town. Mr. Harrington advised that this matter had been discussed
with Attorney Randolph previously and at the present time, the Town would
be unable to control this. She then asked if the Town could regulate
mail boxes. Mr. Harrington stated that the Task Force had addressed this
and determined that with certain federal standards in place, this matter
would be better left out of the Manual. Mr. Harrington stated he would
mention this to Attorney Randolph.
IX. Public.
Perry O'Neal, speaking from the audiance, suggested that since Mr.
Madjarov has a:for sale sign on the property before substantial construction
has commenced, perhaps he should be encouraged to make some cosmetic changes
to a Bermuda style in order for it to sell much quicker.
X. Adjournment. _
Mr. Lynch moved and Mr. Devitt seconded that the meeting be adjourned.
Chairman Wilson adjourned the meeting at 9:50 A.M. following a unanimous
affirmative vote.
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