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HomeMy Public PortalAboutHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE DETERMINATION LETTERS - 161 ALMERIA AVE -CITY OF CORAL GABLES HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE REQUESTS OF ANY STRUCTURE In order to process a request for information as to whether or not a non-designated structure is historically significant prior to a request for a demolition permit in the City of Coral Gables, the following information is required: 1. A survey of the lot in question and all contiguous lots or parcels of land owned by the same property owner. The survey must be signed and sealed by a land surveyor registered and licensed to do business in the United State of Florida. The survey must include the following: a) All lot lines and property lines must be shown and labeled. b) All improvements must be shown (i.e. buildings, wall fences, slabs, driveways, etc.) c) Correct legal description. d) Survey must be current (a current survey is less than five (5) years old and must accurately reflect the existing conditions at the site at the time it is submitted to the Historical Resources Department). The date issued must be clearly marked and the survey must be signed and sealed. 2. A letter of request / intent stating the specifics request, including the address and legal description of the property i.e.: I would like to know if 6XX Alhambra Circle (Lot 1, Block 1, Coral Gables Section) is historically significant. 3.Color Photographs of the overall site, and of all sides of all the buildings and features on the site (Polaroid’sRU*RRJOH6WUHHWYLHZZLOOQRWEHDFFHSWHG) labeled. 4. Processing fee (per Ordinance No. 2015-17): NEW REQUEST: $761.25 RE-ISSUE OF EXPIRED LETTER: $100.00 Checks made payable to: The City of Coral Gables 5. Application ALL SUBMITTED INFORMATION WILL BE RETAINED BY THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES AND WILL NOT BE RETURNED. Letters for the determination of historical significance should be addressed to: The City of Coral Gables Historical Resources and Cultural Arts Department 2327 Salzedo Street, 2nd Floor Coral Gables, FL 33134 X:\Forms\Hist-Sig-Req\Hist-Sig-Cover - OCTOBER 1.doc Page 1 of 2 Revised: 10/1/2015 CITY OF CORAL GABLES HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE REQUEST OF ANY STRUCTURE PROPERTY INFORMATION: Folio Number: Property Address: Legal Description: Original Date of Construction: Original Architect(s): OWNER INFORMATION: Owner: Mailing Address: (P lea s e be s u re to inclu d e Ci ty a nd Zip C od e) Phone number(s): E-mail: CONTACT INFORMATION: Applicant Name: Mailing Address: (P lea s e be s u re to inclu d e Ci ty a nd Zip C od e) Phone number(s): E-mail: -S ta ff U s e On l y - Determination: The property F does not meet F does meet the minimum eligibility criteria for designation as a local historic landmark at the present time. N ote : T he H i s tori c a l R es ou rc es s ta ff wi ll re q u i re re vi ew b y th e H i s tori c P res e rva ti on B oa rd i f th e bu i ld i n g to b e d em oli s he d i s c ons i d ered eli g i ble for loc a l d e s i g n a ti on. Any change from the foregoing may only be made upon a demonstration of a change in the material facts upon which this determination was made. Please be advised that this determination does not constitute a development order. Re-Issue EDEN SYSTEM PERMIT #: **PLEASE NO TE: Section 3-1107(g) of the Coral Gables Zoning Code states that “All demolition permits for non-designated buildings and/or structures must be approved by the Historic Preservation Officer or designee. The approval is valid for HLJKWHHQ () months from issuance and shall thereafter expire and the approval is deemed void unless the demolition permit has been issued by the Development Services Department. The Historic Preservation Officer may require review by the Historic Preservation Board if the building and/or structure to be demolished is eligible for designation as a local historic landmark or as a contributing building, structure or property within an existing local historic landmark district. This determination of eligibility is preliminary in nature and the final public hearing before the Historic Preservation Board on Local Historic Designation shall be within sixty (60) days from the Historic Preservation Officer determination of “eligibility.” Consideration by the Board may be deferred by mutual agreement by the property owner and the Historic Preservation Officer. The Historic Preservation Officer may require the filing of a written application on the forms prepared by the Department and may request additional background information to assist the Board in its consideration of eligibility. Independent analysis by a consultant selected by the City may be required to assist in the review of the application. All fees associated with the analysis shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The types of reviews that could be conducted may include but are not limited to the f ollowing: property appraisals; archeological assessments; and historic assessments.” HISTORICAL RESOURCES & CULTURAL ARTS DEPARTMENT –HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION-2327 SALZEDO STREET, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134 X:\Forms\Hist-Sig-Req\Hist-Sig-App.doc Page 2 of 2 Revised: 8/18/2015 insight design 1900 North Bayshore Drive · Suite 204-A · Miami, Florida 33132-1129 305 545 4964 · www.insightdesign.us · Fax 305 545 4965 AR 99027 · AA 0003130 May, 18 2023 ElizaBeth Bede Guin Historic Preservation Coordinator City of Coral Gables Historical Resources & Cultural Arts 2327 Salzedo Street, 2nd Floor Coral Gables, Florida 33134 Re: The Property at 161 Almeria Avenue, Coral Gables 33134 Dear ElizaBeth, I would like to know if the property at 161 Almeria is Historically significant. Propertys Legal Description: Lots 26, 27, 28 & 29, BLOCK 11 of the Coral Gables Crafts Section, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book No. 10 at page No. 40 of the public records of Miami Dade County, Florida. Best regards, Viviane Savornin, AIA INSIGHT DESIGN, INC. Design Sevices for 161 ALMERIA Exterior Renovation 01 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT ALMERIA AVE. PO N C E D E L E O N B L V D 02 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY)EAST FACADE (ALLEY) WEST FACADE (ALLEY) EXISTING CONDITIONS 03 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY) EXISTING CONDITIONS 04 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY) PROPOSED 05 1997 • 1998 • 1999 • 2000 • 2001 • 2002 • 2003 • 2004 • 2005 • 2006 • 2007 • 2008 • 2009 2010 • 2011 • 2012 • 2013 • 2014 • 2015 • 2016 • 2017 • 2018 • 2019 • 2020 • 2021 • 2002 • 2023 Historical Resources e7 Cultural Arts 2327 SALZEDO STREET CORAL GABLES FLORIDA 33134 @®) 305-460-5093 @) hist@coralgables.com June 26, 2023 Glam Management, LLC c/o Laetitia Bona Piedra 1221 Brickell Avenue Suite 2100 Miami, FL 33131 Re: 161 Almeria Avenue, legally described as Lots 26, 27, 28, & 29, Block 11, Coral Gables Craft Section, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 10, at Page 40 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Dear Property Owner: Section 8-107(G) of the Coral Gables Zoning Code states that “All demolition permits for non-designated buildings and/or structures must be approved by the Historic Preservation Officer or designee. The approval is valid for eighteen (18) months from issuance and shall thereafter expire and the approval is deemed void unless the demolition permit has been issued by the Development Services Department. The Historic Preservation Officer may require review by the Historic Preservation Board if the building and/or structure to be demolished is eligible for designation as a local historic landmark or as a contributing building, structure, or property within an existing local historic landmark district. This determination of eligibility is preliminary in nature and the final public hearing before the Historic Preservation Board on Local Historic Designation shall be within sixty (60) days from the Historic Preservation Officer determination of “eligibility.” Consideration by the Board may be deferred by mutual agreement by the property owner and the Historic Preservation Officer. The Historic Preservation Officer may require the filing of a written application on the forms prepared by the Department and may request additional background information to assist the Board in its consideration of eligibility. Independent analysis by a consultant selected by the City may be required to assist in the review of the application. All fees associated with the analysis shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The types of reviews that could be conducted may include but are not limited to the following: property appraisals; archeological assessments; and historic assessments.” Therefore, please be advised that after careful research and study of our records and the information you presented the following information has been determined: 161 Almeria Avenue, legally described as Lots 26, 27, 28, & 29, Block 11, Coral Gables Craft Section, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 10, at Page 40 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida, does not meet the minimum eligibility criteria for designation as a local historic landmark. Therefore, the Historical Resources staff will not require review by the Historic Preservation Board if an application is made at this time for a demolition permit. Please note that, pursuant to Section 14-107.5(b)(15) of the Coral Gables Zoning Code, this determination does not constitute a development order and is valid for a period of eighteen (18) months. In the case where the Historic Preservation Officer or designee determines that the property does not meet the minimum eligibility criteria for designation, a permit for the demolition of the property must be issued within the eighteen-month period. Upon expiration of the eighteen-month period, you will be required to file a new application. Any change from the foregoing may be made upon a demonstration of a change in the material facts upon which this determination was made. If you have any further questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Sincerely, Anna Pernas Historic Preservation Officer ce: Insight Design, c/o Viviane Savornin, 1900 North Bayshore Drive, Suite 204- A, Miami, FL 33132 Albert Menendez, Chair, Historic Preservation Board Cristina M. Suarez, City Attorney Stephanie Throckmorton, Deputy City Attorney Gustavo Ceballos, Assistant City Attorney Suramy Cabrera, Development Services Director Jennifer Garcia, City Planner Analyn Hernandez, P/T, Plans Coordinator Assistant Historical Significance Request Property File CITY OF CORAL GABLES HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE REQUESTS OF ANY STRUCTURE In order to process a request for information as to whether or not a non-designated structure is historically significant prior to a request for a demolition permit in the City of Coral Gables, the following information is required: 1. A survey of the lot in question and all contiguous lots or parcels of land owned by the same property owner. The survey must be signed and sealed by a land surveyor registered and licensed to do business in the United State of Florida. The survey must include the following: a) All lot lines and property lines must be shown and labeled. b) All improvements must be shown (i.e. buildings, wall fences, slabs, driveways, etc.) c) Correct legal description. d) Survey must be current (a current survey is less than five (5) years old and must accurately reflect the existing conditions at the site at the time it is submitted to the Historical Resources Department). The date issued must be clearly marked and the survey must be signed and sealed. 2. A letter of request / intent stating the specifics request, including the address and legal description of the property i.e.: I would like to know if 6XX Alhambra Circle (Lot 1, Block 1, Coral Gables Section) is historically significant. 3.Color Photographs of the overall site, and of all sides of all the buildings and features on the site (Polaroid’sRU*RRJOH6WUHHWYLHZZLOOQRWEHDFFHSWHG) labeled. 4. Processing fee (per Ordinance No. 2015-17): NEW REQUEST: $761.25 RE-ISSUE OF EXPIRED LETTER: $100.00 Checks made payable to: The City of Coral Gables 5. Application ALL SUBMITTED INFORMATION WILL BE RETAINED BY THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES AND WILL NOT BE RETURNED. Letters for the determination of historical significance should be addressed to: The City of Coral Gables Historical Resources and Cultural Arts Department 2327 Salzedo Street, 2nd Floor Coral Gables, FL 33134 X:\Forms\Hist-Sig-Req\Hist-Sig-Cover - OCTOBER 1.doc Page 1 of 2 Revised: 10/1/2015 CITY OF CORAL GABLES HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE REQUEST OF ANY STRUCTURE PROPERTY INFORMATION: Folio Number: Property Address: Legal Description: Original Date of Construction: Original Architect(s): OWNER INFORMATION: Owner: Mailing Address: (P lea s e be s u re to inclu d e Ci ty a nd Zip C od e) Phone number(s): E-mail: CONTACT INFORMATION: Applicant Name: Mailing Address: (P lea s e be s u re to inclu d e Ci ty a nd Zip C od e) Phone number(s): E-mail: -S ta ff U s e On l y - Determination: The property F does not meet F does meet the minimum eligibility criteria for designation as a local historic landmark at the present time. N ote : T he H i s tori c a l R es ou rc es s ta ff wi ll re q u i re re vi ew b y th e H i s tori c P res e rva ti on B oa rd i f th e bu i ld i n g to b e d em oli s he d i s c ons i d ered eli g i ble for loc a l d e s i g n a ti on. Any change from the foregoing may only be made upon a demonstration of a change in the material facts upon which this determination was made. Please be advised that this determination does not constitute a development order. Re-Issue EDEN SYSTEM PERMIT #: **PLEASE NO TE: Section 3-1107(g) of the Coral Gables Zoning Code states that “All demolition permits for non-designated buildings and/or structures must be approved by the Historic Preservation Officer or designee. The approval is valid for HLJKWHHQ () months from issuance and shall thereafter expire and the approval is deemed void unless the demolition permit has been issued by the Development Services Department. The Historic Preservation Officer may require review by the Historic Preservation Board if the building and/or structure to be demolished is eligible for designation as a local historic landmark or as a contributing building, structure or property within an existing local historic landmark district. This determination of eligibility is preliminary in nature and the final public hearing before the Historic Preservation Board on Local Historic Designation shall be within sixty (60) days from the Historic Preservation Officer determination of “eligibility.” Consideration by the Board may be deferred by mutual agreement by the property owner and the Historic Preservation Officer. The Historic Preservation Officer may require the filing of a written application on the forms prepared by the Department and may request additional background information to assist the Board in its consideration of eligibility. Independent analysis by a consultant selected by the City may be required to assist in the review of the application. All fees associated with the analysis shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The types of reviews that could be conducted may include but are not limited to the f ollowing: property appraisals; archeological assessments; and historic assessments.” HISTORICAL RESOURCES & CULTURAL ARTS DEPARTMENT –HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION-2327 SALZEDO STREET, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134 X:\Forms\Hist-Sig-Req\Hist-Sig-App.doc Page 2 of 2 Revised: 8/18/2015 insight design 1900 North Bayshore Drive · Suite 204-A · Miami, Florida 33132-1129 305 545 4964 · www.insightdesign.us · Fax 305 545 4965 AR 99027 · AA 0003130 May, 18 2023 ElizaBeth Bede Guin Historic Preservation Coordinator City of Coral Gables Historical Resources & Cultural Arts 2327 Salzedo Street, 2nd Floor Coral Gables, Florida 33134 Re: The Property at 161 Almeria Avenue, Coral Gables 33134 Dear ElizaBeth, I would like to know if the property at 161 Almeria is Historically significant. Propertys Legal Description: Lots 26, 27, 28 & 29, BLOCK 11 of the Coral Gables Crafts Section, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book No. 10 at page No. 40 of the public records of Miami Dade County, Florida. Best regards, Viviane Savornin, AIA INSIGHT DESIGN, INC. Design Sevices for 161 ALMERIA Exterior Renovation 01 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT ALMERIA AVE. PO N C E D E L E O N B L V D 02 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY)EAST FACADE (ALLEY) WEST FACADE (ALLEY) EXISTING CONDITIONS 03 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY) EXISTING CONDITIONS 04 SOUTH FACADE (ALMERIA) NORTH FACADE (ALLEY) PROPOSED 05 1997 • 1998 • 1999 • 2000 • 2001 • 2002 • 2003 • 2004 • 2005 • 2006 • 2007 • 2008 • 2009 2010 • 2011 • 2012 • 2013 • 2014 • 2015 • 2016 • 2017 • 2018 • 2019 • 2020 • 2021 • 2002 • 2023 The Miami News (Miami, Florida) · 1 Apr 1956, Sun · Page 22 Downloaded on Jun 1, 2023 1956 - 161 Almeria - Peninsular Life Insurance Bldg - one-story - Kemp, Bunch & Jackson architects Copyright © 2023 Newspapers.com. All Rights Reserved. The Miami Herald (Miami, Florida) · 15 Oct 1972, Sun · Page 213 Downloaded on Jun 1, 2023 1972 - joined 161 Almeria with adjoining bldg & added second story - BEFORE & AFTER renderings Copyright © 2023 Newspapers.com. All Rights Reserved. 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