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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING HELD BY THE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW AND PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF GULF STREAM,
FLORIDA ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2007 @ 8:30 A.M., IN THE TOWN HALL, 100
SEA ROAD, GULF STREAM, FLORIDA.
I. Call to Order. Chairman Kent called the meeting to order at 8:30
A.M.
II. Roll Call.
Present and Hewlett Kent
Participating: Charles Frankel
Robert W. Ganger
Perry O'Neal
Donna White
Amanda Jones
Scott W. Morgan
Also Present and William Thrasher
Participating: Rita Taylor
William Wietsma
Quinn Miklos
Jon Carleen
III. Minutes of the Rea
Chairman Kent pointed out
Mr. Ganger moved and Mr.
with the correction that
A.M., all voted AYE.
Chairman
Vice -Chairman
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Alternate Member
Alternate Member
Town Manager
Town Clerk
Agent for Jones
Agent for Rosenblum
Urban Design Studio
ular Meeting and Public Hearing of 9-27-07.
a correction of the meeting time on page 5.
O'Neal seconded that the minutes be approved
the code review meetings will last until 11:00
IV. Additions, withdrawals, deferrals, arrangement of agenda items.
There were none requested.
V. Announcements.
A. Meeting Dates
1. Regular Meeting & Public Hearing
a. November 15, 2007 @ 8:30 A.M.
b. December 27, 2007 @ 8:30 A.M.
c. January 24, 2008 @ 8:30 A.M.
d. February 28, 2008 @ 8:30 A.M.
e. March 27, 2008 @ 8:30 A.M.
Chairman Kent announced these dates. Mrs. Jones advised that she would
not be available for the December meeting. Mr. O'Neal advised that he
may not be available for the December meeting.
The Chairman asked if there were any exparte communications to declare
and there were none.
The Chairman asked that all persons who intended to speak please stand
to take the Oath.
Town Clerk Taylor administered the Oath to Mr. Wietsma, Mr. Miklos and
Mr. Carleen.
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VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
A. Applications for Development Approval
1. An application submitted by William Wietsma, as Agent for
David and Amanda Jones, the owners of property located At
2960 Polo Drive, Gulf Stream, Florida, which is legally
described as Lot 21 & Part of Lot 20 in Gulf Stream Cove
Subdivision.
Mr. Wietsma displayed a site plan and explained that the proposed
improvement is a small addition to the southwest corner of the existing
dwelling. He explained that the existing bricks on the existing house
are not being manufactured anymore. A portion of the brick wall would
be removed and he would be saving the bricks for use as decoration on
the window sills of the new stucco addition. The roof material would
match the existing slate roof, smooth stucco would be used on the
addition instead of the bricks and all material would match the
existing. Mr. Wietsma explained that the special exceptions are being
requested to add to the existing non -conforming structure, and to allow
a 30 ft. rear setback from the seawall.
The Board complimented the design.
There were no comments from staff.
a. SPECIAL EXCEPTION #1 to allow a conforming addition
to an existing non -conforming dwelling that encroaches
into the south side setback 1.1 ft. as provided in
Section 70-75 (c)(1) of the Code of Ordinances.
Mr. Ganger moved and Mr. O'Neal seconded to recommend approval of a
Special Exception to allow an addition to an existing non -conforming
dwelling that encroaches into the south side setback 1.1 ft. based on a
finding that the proposed addition meets the minimum intent of the
Design Manual and applicable review standards. Roll Call: Mrs. White;
AYE, Mr. Ganger; AYE, Mr. Frankel; AYE, Mr. O'Neal; AYE and Chairman
Kent; AYE.
b. SPECIAL EXCEPTION #2 to permit the proposed addition
to be constructed 30 ft. from the seawall as provided
in Section 70-75 (j) (1) d. of the Code of Ordinances.
Mr. Ganger moved and Mr. Frankel seconded to recommend approval of a
Special Exception to permit the proposed addition to be constructed
30 ft. from the seawall based on a finding that the proposed addition
meets the minimum intent of the Design Manual and applicable review
standards. Roll Call: Mrs. White; AYE, Mr. Ganger; AYE, Mr. Frankel;
AYE, Mr. O'Neal; AYE and Chairman Kent; AYE.
c. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL/SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit a 360
sq. ft. single story addition to the south west corner
of an existing two story eclectic style dwelling.
Mr. Ganger moved and Mr. Frankel seconded to recommend approval of a
Level 3 Architectural/Site Plan Review to permit a 360 sq. ft. single
story addition to the south west corner of an existing two story
eclectic style dwelling based on a finding that the proposed addition
meets the minimum intent of the Design Manual and applicable review
standards.
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Roll Call: Mrs. White; AYE, Mr. Ganger; AYE, Mr. Frankel;
AYE, Mr. O'Neal; AYE and Chairman Kent; AYE.
2. An application submitted by Quinn Miklos, agent for Gerald
B. Rosenblum, owner of property located at 940 Indigo
Point, Gulf Stream, Florida, legally described as Lot 69
Place Au Soleil, for the following:
OMr. Miklos displayed a site plan, color rendering and photographs of the
existing property and surrounding properties. He explained that the
improvements include a one story addition to the existing structure and
a covered entry. Mr. Miklos explained that the existing bay window
would be retrofitted, the entry would be elongated and covered, the
roofline over the garage would be raised to a hip roof and additional
detail added to the garage door and around the windows. The color would
be in the green family however, he would be choosing the colors off the
town's color chart. The existing landscaping would be removed and lush
landscaping would be installed. Mr. Miklos explained that the special
exception is being requested because of the addition to a non -conforming
structure that encroaches into the west side setback.
Mr. Ganger asked when the house was built.
Mr. Miklos stated that it is an Arthur Ruddenberg house and he thinks it
may have been built in the early seventies.
Chairman Kent asked if the eave height would match.
Mr. Miklos confirmed that they would match.
There were no comments from staff.
a. SPECIAL EXCEPTION to permit conforming one story
additions to an existing non -conforming structure that
encroaches into the west side setback 2.04 feet and
into the south (rear) setback 8.02 feet as provided in
Section 70-75 (c)(1).
Mr. Ganger moved and Mrs. White seconded to recommend approval of a
Special Exception to permit conforming one story additions to an
existing non -conforming structure that encroaches into the west side
setback 2.04 ft. and into the south (rear) setback 8.02 ft. as provided
in Section 70-75 (c)(1), based on a finding that the improvement meets
the minimum intent of the Design Manual and applicable review standards.
Roll Call: Mrs. White; AYE, Mr. Ganger; AYE, Mr. Frankel; AYE, Mr.
O'Neal; AYE and Chairman Kent; AYE.
b. LEVEL 3 ARCHITECTURAL/SITE PLAN REVIEW to permit a one
story addition and a covered entry consisting of a
total of 2,081.82 square feet to an existing non-
conforming one story Gulf Stream Bermuda Style single
family dwelling.
Mr. Ganger moved and Mrs. White seconded to recommend approval of a
Level 3 Architectural/Site Plan Review to permit a one story addition
and a covered entry, consisting of a total of 2,082 sq. ft., to an
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existing one story single family dwelling, based on a finding that the
proposed improvements meet the minimum intent of the Design Manual and
applicable review standards with the following conditions: 1) Prior to
painting and prior to a Certificate of Completion, a Gulf Stream paint
permit will be required. 2) If the proposed site plan is altered because
of the requirements of the Health Department, a revised site plan will
Grequire ARPB approval. Roll Call: Mrs. White; AYE, Mr. Ganger; AYE,
Mr. Frankel; AYE, Mr. O'Neal; AYE and Chairman Kent; AYE.
VII. Code Review.
A. Multi -Family Zoning Districts (continued from 9-27-07)
Mr. Carleen presented the changes discussed at the previous meeting
regarding multi -family zoning districts.
Architectural Style He reminded that "Anglo Caribbean" style
architecture was added to the preferred section, Monterey and vernacular
were moved to discouraged from preferred and contemporary, international
and cracker style was moved from the discouraged to prohibited section.
Building Form "minimum jog shall be equal to or greater than 4'-0" was
added to the required section. Under the preferred section, item number
three was changed to read Use of substantial reliefs, jogs in walls and
articulation (minimum jog shall be equal to or greater than 4'-0) In
the prohibited section, jogs in walls was added to item number five.
Roof Design, Slope and Materials "Roof material sample to be submitted
for approval" and "roof material color to be submitted for approval"
were added to the required section. "S" shape tiles, parapet
treatments, steep slopes over 45 degrees or 1:1 slope, very low pitched
roofs (less than 18 degrees or 4:12 slope" was moved from discouraged to
prohibited. The language in item number nine was revised to read "Metal
roofs except for Anglo -Caribbean styles or unpainted copper when used as
a decorative accent on minor accessory structure. Item number sixteen
was changed to read "Roof material, color, or shapes not predominantly
found in Gulf Stream".
Having concluded the review of previously directed amendments to the
proposed Multi -Family Design Guidelines, the Board continued discussion
of the remainder of the Guidelines.
Windows Chairman Kent commented that the mutins on the Gulf Stream
Bermuda style homes are too wide and he believed they should be more
traditional. The Board agreed. The Chairman then asked for comments on
prohibiting tinted glass and bronze window frames.
Mr. Ganger advised that bronze is one of only a few colors used by the
manufacturers and it is quite costly to have them repainted.
Mr. White commented that the tinting helps to prevent fading from the
sun.
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Mr. Kent advised that there are manufacturers that make clear windows
that prevent UV rays and fading.
It was agreed to add un -tinted glass in the preferred section and tinted
glass in the prohibited section. It was further agreed to add "bronze
window frames except with Spanish Vernacular".
C! Shutters It was agreed that "Commercial types and cloth or vinyl
awnings on the front elevation, except Mediterranean style homes be
moved from "discouraged" to "prohibited". The Board also asked that a
more definitive language be used for "shutters out of scale with
windows".
9:50 A.M., Mr. Frankel left the meeting.
Entrances The Board agreed that"Stained glass sidelights be moved from
"discouraged" to "prohibited". The remainder of the items under
"prohibited" are to be: Etched glass or Stained glass, Two-story columns
or entry feature, Two-story porte-cochere, Gable roof over 6'-0" wide
with roof greater than 8:12 pitch on covered entry.
Exterior materials "Stucco not in keeping with architectural style" was
added to prohibited.
Landscape for Multi -story Structures Mr. Carleen pointed out that multi-
family development must follow the landscape requirements set out in the
single-family guidelines as well as the requirements illustrated in the
color rendering included in the multi -family guidelines.
The Board recommended that Urban Design redo the color rendering.
Mr. Carleen asked if the current color system works well for the town.
He added that any additions and/or renovations to multi -family
structures representing over 75% of the fair market valued of the
existing structures shall be considered new construction and subject to
following all the multi -family regulations and guidelines including
color.
Town Clerk Taylor cautioned that consideration should be given when
prohibiting an element as the home owner may not be able to qualify for
a variance under hardship. She added that the current color chart
numbers do not match Benjamin Moore's numbers. However, residents will
bring in a color swatch and staff matches it as close as possible to the
town's color chart.
B. Additional Architectural Styles Consideration
Town Clerk Taylor advised that the Commission directed that the ARPB
discuss additional architectural styles in the core district. She added
that Mr. Parker at 1330 N. Ocean Blvd., offered his assistance during
the discussions on boat lift/docks. She reminded that minor accessory
structure size has not been defined in the multi -family district.
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Town Manager Thrasher suggested that a special meeting may be in order
to complete the Code Review in a timely manner.
Mrs. Taylor observed that with the holidays coming up, it may be
difficult for everyone to attend the meetings. She asked that in order
to give Mr. Carleen time to make the recommended changes, staff would
bring other items for code review to the Board.
VIII.
Items
by
Staff.
There
were no
items.
IX.
Items
by
Board
Members.
There
were no
items by the Board Members.
X. Public. There were no comments from the public.
XI. Adjournment. Chairman Kent adjourned the meeting at 11:10
A.M.
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Y nne E. Eckert, CMC
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