Board of Architects

Name: Board of Architects — Coral Gables, FL
Start: 2021-12-02
End: 2021-12-02
Location: Coral Gables, FL

Regular Meeting

Coral Gables, FL · December 2, 2021

Agenda Minutes

Minutes

City of Coral Gables 405 Biltmore Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 www.coralgables.com Meeting Minutes Board of Architects Judy Carty - Chairperson Peter Kiliddjian - Vice Chairperson Board Member Ana Alvarez Board Member Callum Gibb Board Member Luis Jauregui Board Member Glenn Pratt Board Member Hamed Rodriguez Board Member Don Sackman Thursday, December 2, 2021 9:00 AM City Hall, Commission Chambers, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134. The City of Coral Gables Board of Architects will be holding its regular board meeting with appointed board members, City staff and representatives. The Board will discuss and vote on items. The Board Members, required City Staff and applicants will be physically present in the Commission Chambers at Coral Gables City Hall. All interested persons may view the meeting via the Zoom platform used by the Development Services or in person. The meeting is open to attendance by members of the public, who may also view the meeting via Zoom at (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84313511749). In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom may listen to the meeting by dialing: (305) 461-6769 Meeting ID: 843 1351 1749. +1 305 461 6769 US (Coral Gables) One tap mobile +13017158592,83845334187# US (Washington DC) 13126266799,83845334187# +US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) City of Coral Gables Page 1 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL Present: 6 - Chairperson Carty,Vice Chairperson Kiliddjian,Board Member Gibb,Board Member Pratt,Board Member Rodriguez and Board Member Sackman Excused: 2 - Board Member Alvarez and Board Member Jauregui C. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA D. PUBLIC COMMENT E. OLD BUSINESS E.1. CASE FILE AB-19-01-3562 301-341 Madeira Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; generally described as Lots 4 through 24, Block 1 of Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section "K", according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 60, Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. A lengthy legal is on file. Folio# 03-4108-005-0020, 03-4108-005-0030, 03-4108-005-0040, 03-4108-005-0050, 03-4108-005-0060, 03-4108-005-0070, 03-4108-005-0080, 03-4108-005-0090. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval of a new 9 story multi-family building (approximately 256,798 SF) consisting of 141 residential units with 201 parking spaces $28,000,000. Mediterranean Bonus Level 1 and Level 2 have also been requested. This proposal is a revision of a design that was originally granted preliminary conditional approval by a Board of Architects review panel on January 31, 2019. Design considerations and comments are marked on the review plans. The original design was a new multi-family building (approximately 344,895 SF) consisted of 168 residential units with 245 parking spaces and a 6,406 square foot public park. The design was adjusted to comply with the current Coral Gables Zoning Code. On May 27, 2021, the Board of Architects reviewed the application and passed a motion to defer with the following comments: 1) clarify how the project complies with the requirements necessary to grant Mediterranean bonus; 2)reference items that are in compliance with the Mediterranean style design bonus criteria; 3)re-evaluate blank walls. On August 26, 2021, the Board of Architects reviewed the application and passed a motion to defer with the following comments: 1)re-evaluate the design and to incorporate more Mediterranean design features; 2)restudy massing. The Board of Architects reviewed the application on November 18, 2021 and passed a motion to defer Mediterranean Bonus approval with the following comments: 1)study north elevation in tower piece to incorporate elements City of Coral Gables Page 2 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 from the south; 2)study opening at the garage level on the north; 3)show clear use and location of materials such as stone cladding; 4)study fenestration of garage on Madeira; 5)study east elevation tower massing and roof top element; 6)emphasize two main masses under barrel tile roof; 7)restudy main tower at corner. TWO ACTIONS WERE TAKEN BY THE BOARD. MEDITERRANEAN BONUS LEVEL 1 AND 2 WERE AWARDED TO THE PROJECT FOR THIS DESIGN BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: YEAS:D. SACKMAN, G. PRATT, H. RODRIGUEZ, P. KILIDDJIAN NAYS: C. GIBB, J. CARTY MOTION TO DEFER PRELIMINARY DESIGN REVIEW WITH THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS: 1)RE-STUDY THE PARKING GARAGE ELEVATION; 2)RE-STUDY THE SOUTHEAST TOWER; 3)COORDINATE THE DRAWINGS AND PROVIDE MISSING ELEMENTS; 4)IDENTIFY MATERIALS AND SURFACE TREATMENTS. THE MOTION WAS MADE BY G. PRATT, SECONDED BY P. KILIDDJIAN. THE MOTION PASSED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Yeas: 5- Vice Chairperson Kiliddjian,Board Member Gibb,Board Member Pratt,Board Member Rodriguez and Board Member Sackman Nays: 1- Chairperson Carty Excused: 2- Board Member Alvarez and Board Member Jauregui City of Coral Gables Page 3 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 F. NEW BUSINESS F.2. CASE FILE AB-21-07-8367 13001 Deva Street, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 19, Block 8, Coral Bay Section C, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 65, Page 147, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-5118-007-0790. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, the construction of additions (approximately 4,200 SF), swimming pool/spa, deck, trellis and site improvements $800,000. A MOTION WAS MADE TO REJECT WITH THE FOLLOWING COMMENT: HOUSE IS OUT OF PROPORTION FOR THE SITE. THE MOTION WAS MADE BY C. GIBB, SECONDED BY P. KILIDDJIAN. THE MOTION PASSED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Yeas: 6- Chairperson Carty,Vice Chairperson Kiliddjian,Board Member Gibb,Board Member Pratt,Board Member Rodriguez and Board Member Sackman Excused: 2- Board Member Alvarez and Board Member Jauregui F.3. CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0024 418 Castania Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lots 9 and 10, Block 102, Revised Plat Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 2, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 28, Page 18, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4120-023-3360. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 5,908 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $1,200,000. CONTINUED F.4. CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0022 9340 Balada Street, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as all of Lot 11, Block 1, Old Cutler Bay Section 2, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 80, Page 35, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-5105-006-0100. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 14,853 SF), swimming pool and site improvements $3,500,000. CONTINUED City of Coral Gables Page 4 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 F.5. CASE FILE BOAR-21-09-0002 60 Casuarina Concourse, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 26, Block A, Gables Estates Number 2, as recorded in Plat Book 60, Page 37, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4132-019-0260. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 12,144 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $3,000,000. MOTION TO APPROVE WAS MADE BY G. PRATT, SECONDED BY D. SACKMAN THE MOTION PASSED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Yeas: 5- Vice Chairperson Kiliddjian,Board Member Pratt,Board Member Rodriguez,Board Member Sackman and Chairperson Carty Nays: 1- Board Member Gibb Excused: 2- Board Member Alvarez and Board Member Jauregui F.6. CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0021 1229 Andora Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 5, Block 4, Riviera Waterways, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 46, Page 47, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida, and Lot 8, Block 7, University Estates, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 44, Page 86, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4130-006-0260. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 6,455 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $1,500,000. MOTION TO DEFER WITH THE FOLLOWING COMMENT: ALLOW THE APPLICANT TO ADDRESS CONTEXTUAL ISSUES OF DESIGN. THE MOTION WAS MADE BY G. PRATT, SECONDED BY P. KILIDDJIAN THE MOTION PASSED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Yeas: 5- Chairperson Carty,Vice Chairperson Kiliddjian,Board Member Pratt,Board Member Rodriguez and Board Member Sackman Nays: 1- Board Member Gibb Excused: 2- Board Member Alvarez and Board Member Jauregui City of Coral Gables Page 5 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 F.7. CASE FILE BLDR-21-09-0121 530 Cadagua Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio#03-4120-022-3760. The application requests Design review and approval for the installation of a new aluminum gazebo $7,916. APPROVED BY H. RODRIGUEZ, P. KILIDDJIAN F.8. CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0033 215 Jefferson Drive, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4120-025-0450. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval to convert a carport to a garage $15,000. APPROVED BY G. PRATT, D. SACKMAN, C. GIBB F.9. CASE FILE AB-21-08-8555 605 Solano Prado, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 26, Block 2, Old Cutler Bay Section 4, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 82, Page 34, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Folio# 03-5105-008-0010. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single residence (approximately 8,996 SF), swimming pool, spa, deck, generator, and site improvements $1,500,000. This application was reviewed and deferred by the Board of Architects on September 23, 2021 with the following comments: 1)applicant to make corrections; 2)unify the design, in particular features on the front and rear elevations; 3)resolve the front railing design; 4)remove the kitchen window; 5)allow the City Architect to review administratively. APPROVED BY C.GIBB, D.SACKMAN, G.PRATT PLANS SIGNED BY C.GIBB AND D.SACKMAN City of Coral Gables Page 6 Board of Architects Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021 F.10. CASE FILE AB-21-03-8709/BOAR-21-11-0544 19 Montilla Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4105-050-1680. The application requests Final Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, construction of additions (approximately 500 SF), and site improvements $250,000. This application was reviewed and granted Preliminary Design approval by staff on June28, 2021 with the following conditions: windows (3648) on east and west sides are not to scale, correct on final drawings; verify egress requirements for bedrooms. APPROVED AS NOTED BY D. SACKMAN, C. GIBB NOTES ARE ON THE PLANS F.11. CASE FILE AB-21-06-7799 914 Palermo Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4118-004-0830. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, construction of additions (approximately 1,550 SF), and site improvements $250,000. APPROVED AS NOTED BY G. PRATT, H. RODRIGUEZ, P. KILIDDJIAN PLANS SIGNED BY H. RODRIGUEZ, P. KILIDDJIAN NOTES ARE ON THE PLANS G. DISCUSSION ITEMS H. ADJOURNMENT NOTE City of Coral Gables Page 7

Agenda

City of Coral Gables 405 Biltmore Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 www.coralgables.com Agenda - Final Thursday, December 2, 2021 9:00 AM City Hall, Commission Chambers, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Board of Architects Judy Carty - Chairperson Peter Kiliddjian - Vice Chairperson Board Member Ana Alvarez Board Member Callum Gibb Board Member Luis Jauregui Board Member Glenn Pratt Board Member Hamed Rodriguez Board Member Don Sackman Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 The City of Coral Gables Board of Architects will be holding its regular board meeting with appointed board members, City staff and representatives. The Board will discuss and vote on items. The Board Members, required City Staff and applicants will be physically present in the Commission Chambers at Coral Gables City Hall. All interested persons may view the meeting via the Zoom platform used by the Development Services or in person. The meeting is open to attendance by members of the public, who may also view the meeting via Zoom at (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84313511749). In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom may listen to the meeting by dialing: (305) 461-6769 Meeting ID: 843 1351 1749. +1 305 461 6769 US (Coral Gables) One tap mobile +13017158592,83845334187# US (Washington DC) 13126266799,83845334187# +US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) City of Coral Gables Page 2 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA D. PUBLIC COMMENT E. OLD BUSINESS 21-2386 CASE FILE AB-19-01-3562 301-341 Madeira Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; generally described as Lots 4 through 24, Block 1 of Revised Plat of Coral Gables Section "K", according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 60, Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. A lengthy legal is on file. Folio# 03-4108-005-0020, 03-4108-005-0030, 03-4108-005-0040, 03-4108-005-0050, 03-4108-005-0060, 03-4108-005-0070, 03-4108-005-0080, 03-4108-005-0090. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval of a new 9 story multi-family building (approximately 256,798 SF) consisting of 141 residential units with 201 parking spaces $28,000,000. Mediterranean Bonus Level 1 and Level 2 have also been requested. This proposal is a revision of a design that was originally granted preliminary conditional approval by a Board of Architects review panel on January 31, 2019. Design considerations and comments are marked on the review plans. The original design was a new multi-family building (approximately 344,895 SF) consisted of 168 residential units with 245 parking spaces and a 6,406 square foot public park. The design was adjusted to comply with the current Coral Gables Zoning Code. On May 27, 2021, the Board of Architects reviewed the application and passed a motion to defer with the following comments: 1) clarify how the project complies with the requirements necessary to grant Mediterranean bonus; 2)reference items that are in compliance with the Mediterranean style design bonus criteria; 3)re-evaluate blank walls. On August 26, 2021, the Board of Architects reviewed the application and passed a motion to defer with the following comments: 1)re-evaluate the design and to incorporate more Mediterranean design features; 2)restudy massing. The Board of Architects reviewed the application on November 18, 2021 and passed a motion to defer Mediterranean Bonus approval with the following comments: 1)study north elevation in tower piece to incorporate elements from the south; 2)study opening at the garage level on the north; 3)show clear use and location of materials such as stone cladding; 4)study City of Coral Gables Page 3 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 fenestration of garage on Madeira; 5)study east elevation tower massing and roof top element; 6)emphasize two main masses under barrel tile roof; 7)restudy main tower at corner. Attachments: 01-31-2019 Application and Letter 01-31-2019 Preliminary Submittal Drawings 05-27-2021 Zoning Preliminary Observation Report 05-27-2021 Application and Letter 05-27-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings 08-26-2021 Public Comments Received 08-26-2021 Letter 08-26-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings 08-26-2021 Staff Report 08-26-2021 Staff Report -Updated 11-18-2021 Public Comments Received 11-18-2021 Letter 11-18-2021 Mediterranean Bonus Qualification Letter 11-18-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings 12-02-2021 Letter 12-02-2021 Mediterranean Bonus Qualification Letter 12-02-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings F. NEW BUSINESS F.2. 21-3435 CASE FILE AB-21-07-8367 13001 Deva Street, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 19, Block 8, Coral Bay Section C, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 65, Page 147, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-5118-007-0790. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, the construction of additions (approximately 4,200 SF), swimming pool/spa, deck, trellis and site improvements $800,000. Attachments: 12-02-21 Zoning Preliminary Observation Report 12-02-21 Application and Letter 12-02-21 Preliminary Submittal Drawings City of Coral Gables Page 4 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 F.3. 21-3376 CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0024 418 Castania Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lots 9 and 10, Block 102, Revised Plat Coral Gables Riviera Section Part 2, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 28, Page 18, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4120-023-3360. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 5,908 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $1,200,000. Attachments: 11-19-2021 Application and Letter 11-19-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings F.4. 21-3281 CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0022 9340 Balada Street, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as all of Lot 11, Block 1, Old Cutler Bay Section 2, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 80, Page 35, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-5105-006-0100. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 14,853 SF), swimming pool and site improvements $3,500,000. Attachments: 11-04-2021 Application and Letter 11-04-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings 11-19-2021 Application and Letter 11-19-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings F.5. 21-3439 CASE FILE BOAR-21-09-0002 60 Casuarina Concourse, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 26, Block A, Gables Estates Number 2, as recorded in Plat Book 60, Page 37, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4132-019-0260. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 12,144 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $3,000,000. Attachments: 12-02-2021 Application and Letters 12-02-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings City of Coral Gables Page 5 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 F.6. 21-3440 CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0021 1229 Andora Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 5, Block 4, Riviera Waterways, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 46, Page 47, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida, and Lot 8, Block 7, University Estates, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 44, Page 86, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County Florida. Folio# 03-4130-006-0260. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single family residence (approximately 6,455 SF), swimming pool, deck, and site improvements $1,500,000. Attachments: 12-02-21 Application and Letter 12-02-21 Preliminary Submittal Drawings F.7. 21-3368 CASE FILE BLDR-21-09-0121 530 Cadagua Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio#03-4120-022-3760. The application requests Design review and approval for the installation of a new aluminum gazebo $7,916. PANEL REVIEW F.8. 21-3369 CASE FILE BOAR-21-10-0033 215 Jefferson Drive, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4120-025-0450. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval to convert a carport to a garage $15,000. PANEL REVIEW City of Coral Gables Page 6 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 F.9. 21-3067 CASE FILE AB-21-08-8555 605 Solano Prado, Coral Gables, FL; legally described as Lot 26, Block 2, Old Cutler Bay Section 4, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 82, Page 34, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Folio# 03-5105-008-0010. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for the construction of a new 2 story single residence (approximately 8,996 SF), swimming pool, spa, deck, generator, and site improvements $1,500,000. This application was reviewed and deferred by the Board of Architects on September 23, 2021 with the following comments: 1)applicant to make corrections; 2)unify the design, in particular features on the front and rear elevations; 3)resolve the front railing design; 4)remove the kitchen window; 5)allow the City Architect to review administratively. Attachments: 09-23-2021 Preliminary Zoning Observation Report 09-23-2021 Application and Letter 09-23-2021 Preliminary Submittal Drawings PANEL REVIEW F.10. 21-3432 CASE FILE AB-21-03-8709/BOAR-21-11-0544 19 Montilla Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4105-050-1680. The application requests Final Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, construction of additions (approximately 500 SF), and site improvements $250,000. This application was reviewed and granted Preliminary Design approval by staff on June28, 2021 with the following conditions: windows (3648) on east and west sides are not to scale, correct on final drawings; verify egress requirements for bedrooms. PANEL REVIEW F.11. 21-3434 CASE FILE AB-21-06-7799 914 Palermo Avenue, Coral Gables, FL; Folio# 03-4118-004-0830. The application requests Preliminary Design review and approval for interior/exterior alterations, construction of additions (approximately 1,550 SF), and site improvements $250,000. PANEL REVIEW City of Coral Gables Page 7 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM Board of Architects Agenda - Final December 2, 2021 G. DISCUSSION ITEMS H. ADJOURNMENT NOTE Any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks or who become boisterous while addressing the Board, shall be barred from further audience before the Board by the Chair, unless permission to continue or again address the Board is granted by the majority vote of the Board Members present. Clapping, applauding, heckling or verbal outbursts or any remarks in support or opposition to a speaker shall be prohibited . Signs or placards shall not be permitted in Commission Chambers. Any person, who acts as a lobbyist pursuant to the City of Coral Gables Ordinance No . 2006-11, as amended, must register with the City Clerk prior to engaging in lobbying activities before City Staff, Boards, Committees or City Commission. A copy of the Ordinance is available in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by a Board, Committee or City Commission with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, that person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (F.S. 286.0105). Any meeting may be opened and continued and, under certain circumstances, additional legal notice will not be provided. Any person requiring special accommodations in order to attend or participate in the meeting should contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, Raquel Elejabarrieta (Email: relejabarrieta@coralgables.com, Telephone: 305-722-8686, TTY/TDD: 305-442-1600, at least three (3) working days prior to the meeting. All meetings are telecast live on Coral Gables TV Channel 77. City of Coral Gables Page 8 Printed on 11/24/2021 1:11 PM

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