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HPB- 01-15-03 `.c4 c� AGENDA c 0k HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING ('Pq fit) r CITY OF DELRAY BEACH Meeting Date: January 15, 2003 Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting Location: First Floor Conference Room Time: 6:00 P.M. ***REVISED*** - NOT POSTED The City shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of a service, program, or activity conducted by the City. Please contact Doug Randolph at 243-7127(voice), or 243-7199(TDD), 24 hours prior to the program or activity in order for the City to reasonably accommodate your request. Adaptive listening devices are available for meetings in the Commission Chambers. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Historic Preservation Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, such persons will need a record of these proceedings, and for this purpose such persons may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City does not provide or prepare such record. Two or more City Commissioners may be in attendance. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ■ December 4, 2002 III. PUBLIC HEARING A. 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Gerry Church, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the conversion of a contributing single family residence to an office associated with a Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Design Elements, Demolition Request, Waiver Requests, and Variance Request. IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS A. Brezinski Residence, 110 NE 7th Street, Del-Ida Park Historic District, Jim Keavney, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a porch enclosure on a contributing accessory structure. B. Popper/Barnett Residence, 330 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Robert Simpson, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of an awning. HPB Meeting January 15,2003 Page 2 C. Brisa Atlantica, 9 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Roger Cope, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for elevation changes on a contributing building and non-contributing structure. V. BOARD DISCUSSION (added to agenda January 15, 2003) Block 61, Old School Square Historic District, Dharma Properties, Authorized Agent. Consider a recommendation to the Planning &Zoning Board for an alley abandonment. VI. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments B. Reports from Historic District Representatives C. Board Members D. Staff VII. ADJOURN Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner POSTED ON: January 10,2003 `,�.� o AGENDA v . = HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING 4 1�' CITY OF DELRAY BEACH Meeting Date: January 15, 2003 Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting Location: First Floor Conference Room Time: 6:00 P.M. The City shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of a service, program, or activity conducted by the City. Please contact Doug Randolph at 243-7127(voice), or 243-7199(TDD), 24 hours prior to the program or activity in order for the City to reasonably accommodate your request. Adaptive listening devices are available for meetings in the Commission Chambers. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Historic Preservation Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, such persons will need a record of these proceedings, and for this purpose such persons may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City does not provide or prepare such record. Two or more City Commissioners may be in attendance. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • December 4, 2002 III. PUBLIC HEARING A. 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Gerry Church, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the conversion of a contributing single family residence to an office associated with a Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Design Elements, Demolition Request, Waiver Requests, and Variance Request. IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS A. Brezinski Residence, 110 NE 7th Street, Del-Ida Park Historic District, Jim Keavney, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a porch enclosure on a contributing accessory structure. B. Popper/Barnett Residence, 330 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Robert Simpson, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of an awning. C. Brisa Atlantica, 9 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Roger Cope, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for elevation changes on a contributing building and non-contributing structure. HPB Meeting January 15,2003 Page 2 V. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments B. Reports from Historic District Representatives C. Board Members D. Staff VI. ADJOURN Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner POSTED ON: January 10,2003 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF DELRAY BEACH DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA PUBLIC H E A R I N G MEETING DATE: January 15, 2003 LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM I. ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by the Chairperson at 6:02 P.M. Upon roll call it was determined that a quorum was present. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Lou Jamison, Gail Lee McDermott, Rhonda Sexton, Jim Keavney, Gloria Elliott (6:05). MEMBERS ABSENT: Francisco Perez-Azua, William Branning STAFF PRESENT: Wendy Shay, Loretta Heussi II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of December 4, 2002 were before the Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott moved to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 4-0. III. PUBLIC HEARING Ms. Jamison read into record the quasi-judicial regulations. Ms. Heussi swore in all those wishing to speak. A. 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Gerald Church, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is approval of a COA associated with a Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements and associated waivers, variance, and demolition request for the conversion of a contributing building from residential to office for 123 South Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.5(F): Ms. Jamison inquired about ex-parte communication. Ms. Elliott stated that she had spoken with someone regarding the property. Ms. Shay read the project file and a copy of her resume into record and presented the proposed project. The project consists of the conversion of a one-story building from residential to office. Mr. Church was present to represent the project on behalf of the applicant. Ms. McDermott supported retaining the cast concrete gable vents. Ms. Elliott expressed her concern over the amount of traffic on Swinton Avenue and whether it was appropriate to support the waiver and variance requests to allow a parking space in front of the building. Ms. Shay stated that a sign would be placed there denoting parking for staff only and that staff would be utilizing the space to back out once a day, minimizing the delay on South Swinton Avenue. Ms. Jamison inquired about the type of frame around the proposed windows. Ms. Shay confirmed that the windows will be replaced in-kind with metal frames as the originals are metal framed casement windows. Waivers After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott, and passed 5-0 to approve a waiver to LDR Section 4.4.24(G)(3) to allow one parking spaces to be located within the front yard between the building and the street, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney and passed 5-0 to approve the waiver to reduce the required landscape strip on the north side of the parking area from five feet (5') to four feet (4') and the south side from five feet (5') to three and a half (3.5') based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). Variance It was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott, and passed 5-0 to approve a variance to LDR Section 4.6.9(D)(2) to allow a back-out parking space onto Swinton Avenue, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(J), subject to the condition that the space be designated as employee parking and that signage is provided directing patrons to the rear parking area. -2- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 Demolition It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney, and passed 5-0 to approve the demolition of the existing shed at 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to 4.5.1(F). Class V Site Plan After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. Elliott, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the COA for the Class V Site Plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based on positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards), and Section 2.4.5(F)(5) and Section 2.4.6 (COA Findings) of the Land Development Regulations and policies of the Comprehensive Plan subject to the following conditions: 1) That revised plans be submitted addressing the technical items and conditions of approval noted in the staff report; and, 2) Submit a detail of the railing for the proposed ADA ramp. 3) Indicate all in-kind repairs and all locations of fenestration changes. 4) Provide a detail of the proposed fencing and note the location on the site plan. 5) That a bike rack be provided and indicated on the site plan. Landscape Plan It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney, and passed 5-0 to approve the COA for the landscape plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.16. Design Elements It was moved by Mr. Keavney, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the design elements for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(4), (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h), subject to conditions: -3- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 1) That all viable casement windows be retained and rehabilitated for continued use. 2) That the original gable vent be retained. IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS: Mr. Keavney recused himself at this time. Mr. Keavney and Ms. Lois Brezinski were sworn in. A. Brezinski Residence, 110 NE 7th Street, Del-Ida Park Historic District, Jim Keavney, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition to the accessory structure at 110 NE 7th Street, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J): Ms. Shay entered the project file into record and presented the proposed project. The project consists of the construction of an addition to the existing garage. Mr. Keavney was present to represent the project in addition to the applicant, Ms. Brezinski. After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 4-0 to approve the COA request for the construction of an addition to a contributing structure at 110 NE 7th Street based on positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(a-c), (E)(8)(g), (E)(8)(h), and (E)(8)(j), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following condition: 1) That a decorative lighting fixture detail be submitted to staff. B. Popper/Barnett Residence, 330 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Robert Simpson, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is that of approval of a COA for the installation of a gable style canvas awning on a non-contributing property, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). Ms. Shay entered the project file into record and presented the proposed project. The applicant is requesting the installation of an black, canvas awning at the rear of the residence for use as a pool cabana. -4- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 It was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the installation a gable awning at the rear of the property at 330 SE 7th Avenue, based on positive findings with respect to based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(g). C. Brisa Atlantica, 9 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Roger Cope, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is that of approval of a COA associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification for elevation changes at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). Ms. Shay entered the presented the proposed project. The project consists of elevation changes to a two-story contributing building for use as a restaurant. Modifications include the addition of a French door porch entrance, relocation of windows, retrofitting exhaust equipment. Alteration of design elements are also proposed for the non-contributing garage structure on the property which includes the removal of the overhead door. Staff recommended that the proposed French doors on the west elevation be replaced with windows and that the glass block be eliminated from the garage. Mr. Cope was present to represent the project. After much discussion, it was moved by Mr. Keavney, seconded by Ms. Elliott and passed 5-0 to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification to a contributing building at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, based upon positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(b-d) and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following conditions: 1) That the proposed French doors on the west elevation be eliminated and that paired or triplet 6/1 windows be installed or relocated from the building's north elevation. 2) That the proposed cedar shake exterior be deleted from the proposal and that the glass block be replaced with a window that would compliment those found on the existing building. D. Block 61 Alley Abandonment, Old School Square Historic District, Robert M. Smither, Jr., Authorized Agent. -5- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is that of making a recommendation to the City Commission on the proposed abandonment of the north-south alley lying within Block 61, Town of Linton (Delray) Plat, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(0), Abandonment of Rights-of-Way. Ms. Shay entered the project file in record and presented the proposed project. Ms. Sexton expressed her concern over the lack of a master plan submittal and review prior to abandoning the alley. After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney and passed 4-1 (Ms. Sexton dissenting) to recommend to the City Commission approval of the abandonment subject to positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.6(0)(5), subject to the following conditions: 1) A replacement alley (16') which extends from S.W. 1st Street north to the east-west alley be dedicated for vehicular/pedestrian use; 2) A replacement easement be retained over the entire abandonment area to cover existing utilities, or all existing utilities be relocated at the applicant's expense; 3) A Boundary Plat be formally submitted and approved; 4) A Master Development Plan be formally submitted and approved which is consistent with the Downtown Master Plan and Future Land Use Element V. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments: None B. Report from Historic District Representatives: None C. Board Members: None -6- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 D. Staff: Ms. Shay reviewed the results of the design guidelines review update and confirmed that the many of the proposed changes are ordinance issues and not appropriate in the design guidelines. She will continue reviewing issues regarding amending the ordinance. Brain Shutt will address the Board regarding review of demolitions. Ms. Shay is working with the County to develop a GIS database to note the historic properties in Delray Beach on county documents. A storm protection brochure is being developed and will come to the Board for review. A special meeting is being scheduled for February 26, 2003 at 6pm for the next design guidelines review. VI. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. The information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for January 15, 2003, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on May 7, 2003. If the Minutes that you have received are not completed as indicated above, then this means that these are not the Official Minutes. They will become so after review and approval, which may involve some changes. -7- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF DELRAY BEACH DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA PUBLIC H E A R I N G MEETING DATE: January 15, 2003 LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM I. ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by the Chairperson at 6:02 P.M. Upon roll call it was determined that a quorum was present. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Lou Jamison, Gail Lee McDermott, Rhonda Sexton, Jim Keavney, Gloria Elliott (6:05). MEMBERS ABSENT: Francisco Perez-Azua, William Branning STAFF PRESENT: Wendy Shay, Loretta Heussi II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of December 4, 2002 were before the Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott moved to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 4-0. III. PUBLIC HEARING Ms. Jamison read into record the quasi-judicial regulations. Ms. Heussi swore in all those wishing to speak. A. 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Gerald Church, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is approval of a COA associated with a Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements and associated waivers, variance, and demolition request for the conversion of a contributing building from residential to office for 123 South Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.5(F): Ms. Jamison inquired about ex-parte communication. Ms. Elliott stated that she had spoken with someone regarding the property. Ms. Shay read the project file and a copy of her resume into record and presented the proposed project. The project consists of the conversion of a one-story building from residential to office. Mr. Church was present to represent the project on behalf of the applicant. Ms. McDermott supported retaining the cast concrete gable vents. Ms. Elliott expressed her concern over the amount of traffic on Swinton Avenue and whether it was appropriate to support the waiver and variance requests to allow a parking space in front of the building. Ms. Shay stated that a sign would be placed there denoting parking for staff only and that staff would be utilizing the space to back out once a day, minimizing the delay on South Swinton Avenue. Ms. Jamison inquired about the type of frame around the proposed windows. Ms. Shay confirmed that the windows will be replaced in-kind with metal frames as the originals are metal framed casement windows. Waivers After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott, and passed 5-0 to approve a waiver to LDR Section 4.4.24(G)(3) to allow one parking spaces to be located within the front yard between the building and the street, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney and passed 5-0 to approve the waiver to reduce the required landscape strip on the north side of the parking area from five feet (5') to four feet (4') and the south side from five feet (5') to three and a half (3.5') based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). Variance It was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott, and passed 5-0 to approve a variance to LDR Section 4.6.9(D)(2) to allow a back-out parking space onto Swinton Avenue, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(J), subject to the condition that the space be designated as employee parking and that signage is provided directing patrons to the rear parking area. -2- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 Demolition It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney, and passed 5-0 to approve the demolition of the existing shed at 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to 4.5.1(F). Class V Site Plan After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. Elliott, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the COA for the Class V Site Plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based on positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards), and Section 2.4.5(F)(5) and Section 2.4.6 (COA Findings) of the Land Development Regulations and policies of the Comprehensive Plan subject to the following conditions: 1) That revised plans be submitted addressing the technical items and conditions of approval noted in the staff report; and, 2) Submit a detail of the railing for the proposed ADA ramp. 3) Indicate all in-kind repairs and all locations of fenestration changes. 4) Provide a detail of the proposed fencing and note the location on the site plan. 5) That a bike rack be provided and indicated on the site plan. Landscape Plan It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney, and passed 5-0 to approve the COA for the landscape plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.16. Design Elements It was moved by Mr. Keavney, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the design elements for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(4), (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h), subject to conditions: 1) That all viable casement windows be retained and rehabilitated for continued use. -3- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 2) That the original gable vent be retained. IV. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS: Mr. Keavney recused himself at this time. Mr. Keavney and Ms. Lois Brezinski were sworn in. A. Brezinski Residence, 110 NE 7th Street, Del-Ida Park Historic District, Jim Keavney, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition to the accessory structure at 110 NE 7th Street, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J): Ms. Shay entered the project file into record and presented the proposed project. The project consists of the construction of an addition to the existing garage. Mr. Keavney was present to represent the project in addition to the applicant, Ms. Brezinski. After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 4-0 to approve the COA request for the construction of an addition to a contributing structure at 110 NE 7th Street based on positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(a-c), (E)(8)(g), (E)(8)(h), and (E)(8)(j), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following condition: 1) That a decorative lighting fixture detail be submitted to staff. B. Popper/Barnett Residence, 330 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Robert Simpson, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is that of approval of a COA for the installation of a gable style canvas awning on a non-contributing property, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). Ms. Shay entered the project file into record and presented the proposed project. The applicant is requesting the installation of an black, canvas awning at the rear of the residence for use as a pool cabana. It was moved by Ms. Sexton, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 5-0 to approve the installation a gable awning at the rear of -4- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 the property at 330 SE 7th Avenue, based on positive findings with respect to based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(g). C. Brisa Atlantica, 9 SE 7th Avenue, Marina Historic District, Roger Cope, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The action before the Board is that of approval of a COA associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification for elevation changes at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). Ms. Shay entered the presented the proposed project. The project consists of elevation changes to a two-story contributing building for use as a restaurant. Modifications include the addition of a French door porch entrance, relocation of windows, retrofitting exhaust equipment. Alteration of design elements are also proposed for the non-contributing garage structure on the property which includes the removal of the overhead door. Staff recommended that the proposed French doors on the west elevation be replaced with windows and that the glass block be eliminated from the garage. Mr. Cope was present to represent the project. After much discussion, it was moved by Mr. Keavney, seconded by Ms. Elliott and passed 5-0 to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification to a contributing building at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, based upon positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(b-d) and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following conditions: 1) That the proposed French doors on the west elevation be eliminated and that paired or triplet 6/1 windows be installed or relocated from the building's north elevation. 2) That the proposed cedar shake exterior be deleted from the proposal and that the glass block be replaced with a window that would compliment those found on the existing building. D. Block 61 Alley Abandonment, Old School Square Historic District, Robert M. Smither, Jr., Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is that of making a recommendation to the City Commission on the proposed abandonment of the north-south alley lying within Block 61, Town of -5- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 Linton (Delray) Plat, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(0), Abandonment of Rights-of-Way. Ms. Shay entered the project file in record and presented the proposed project. Ms. Sexton expressed her concern over the lack of a master plan submittal and review prior to abandoning the alley. After much discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Mr. Keavney and passed 4-1 (Ms. Sexton dissenting) to recommend to the City Commission approval of the abandonment subject to positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.6(0)(5), subject to the following conditions: 1) A replacement alley (16') which extends from S.W. 1st Street north to the east-west alley be dedicated for vehicular/pedestrian use; 2) A replacement easement be retained over the entire abandonment area to cover existing utilities, or all existing utilities be relocated at the applicant's expense; 3) A Boundary Plat be formally submitted and approved; 4) A Master Development Plan be formally submitted and approved which is consistent with the Downtown Master Plan and Future Land Use Element V. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments: None B. Report from Historic District Representatives: None C. Board Members: None D. Staff: -6- HPB Minutes 1/15/03 Ms. Shay reviewed the results of the design guidelines review update and confirmed that the many of the proposed changes are ordinance issues and not appropriate in the design guidelines. She will continue reviewing issues regarding amending the ordinance. Brain Shutt will address the Board regarding review of demolitions. Ms. Shay is working with the County to develop a GIS database to note the historic properties in Delray Beach on county documents. A storm protection brochure is being developed and will come to the Board for review. A special meeting is being scheduled for February 26, 2003 at 6pm for the next design guidelines review. VI. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. The information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for January 15, 2003, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on May 7, 2003. 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I ' ' A w I r S .1 — DRUG ABUSE FOUNDATION a j � �� OF ,40 PALM BEACH COUNTY ; M r / U. S.E. 5TH ST. 'i, - N 1 I I 1 1 1 1 1 Iu)i I. DEERAI'BEACH - - DUBAI'BEACH had :ll.A HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD 111P- MEMORADUM STAFF REPORT 11Ik. 1993 1993 2001 2001 Agent: Jim Keavney, Authorized Agent Project Name: Brezinski Residence Porch Enclosure Project Location: 110 NE 7th Street ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The item before the Board is approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition to the accessory structure at 110 NE 7th Street, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). BACKGROUND The subject property consists of Lot 17 and the east 25' of Lot 18, Block 2 of the Del-Ida Park Subdivision. Located on the south side of NE 7th Street, the property is zoned R-1- AA (Single Family Residential) and includes a contributing 2,539 sq. ft., one-story, Mission-Revival style dwelling and 370 sq. ft., one-story garage, constructed in 1925, with a 107 sq. ft. garage addition which was added in 1995 to the west elevation. The addition is a flat roof extension with a rough textured stucco exterior, three modern 1/1 single hung sash windows, and a covered patio (once a screened patio) with turned columns and support brackets. Existing site improvements include a 15'-6" x 14'-4" pool, perimeter wood fence, and paver block walkway. The Board's most recent action pertaining to this property was on June 7, 1995, when a 688 sq. ft. addition on the west elevation of the main dwelling was reviewed and approved. The addition was later constructed. The applicant is now before the Board for the construction of an 88 square foot, one- story addition on the extant garage and workshop structure. DESCRIPTION The applicant proposes to enclose 88 sq. ft., one-story porch on the west side of the garage/workshop east of the extant pool. The accessory structure is located at the southeast corner of the property and the patio and proposed addition extend to the west toward the center of the property. The patio is presently covered with a cedar roof and has a concrete slab floor. The project, consists of the enclosure of the porch including the installation of a cedar trellis (to match that found on the main dwelling) and exterior lighting. The proposed enclosure will continue the stepped parapet design and rough Meeting Date:January 15, 2003 Agenda Item: IV.A. ' 110 NE 7th Street addition COA 2003-066 Del-Ida Park Page 2 textured stucco exterior which is found on both the main dwelling and the garage and will include the installation of a pair of single light French doors and glass block transoms on the north and west façades. The existing 1/1 single hung sash windows currently on the west elevation are to be relocated and paired on the south elevation and the large 1/1 single hung sash window on the north elevation will be treated with faux muntins to match the 2/1 light configuration found on the original dwelling. A cedar trellis painted to match the structure is also proposed overlooking the decking surrounding the pool (north and west). The trellis design is intended to match the detailing found on the main dwelling including turned columns and decorative support brackets. The trellis is eight and half feet high and will cantilever out from the building approximately four feet. Lantern lighting is proposed for the north and west elevations however, no fixture detail has been submitted. Submission of a fixture detail has been attached as a condition of approval. ANALYSIS LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and 4.5.1(E)(8)(a-c), (E)(8)(g), (E)(8)(h), and (E)(8)(j) "Development Standards" provides guidelines in evaluating Certificates of Appropriateness for the alteration or addition of exterior architectural features. The guidelines are as follows: The Board Shall Consider: (a) A historic site, or building, structure, site improvement, or appurtenance within a historic district shall be altered, restored, preserved, repaired, relocated, demolished, or otherwise changed in accordance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, as amended from time to time. (b) All improvement to buildings, structures, and appurtenances within a designated historic district shall be visually compatible. Visual compatibility can include but is not limited to: consistency in relation to materials, texture, color, height, front façade proportions, proportions of openings, roof shapes, and scale of a building. The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation recommend that: (a) New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. (b) New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. ' 110 NE 7th Street addition COA 2003-066 Del-Ida Park Page 3 The proposed enclosure will be in keeping with the scale of the original contributing garage and will mimic the Mission-Revival style of the extant dwelling and garage with its stepped parapet, rough textured stucco exterior, and trellis design. The glass block transoms differentiate the design from the original as directed by the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation without making the addition conspicuous. Lighting has been proposed however a detail of the decorative fixture has not been provided. The detail must be complimentary to the lighting found throughout the remainder of the property and has been attached as a condition of approval. The addition is located in the rear of the property and will meet the current setbacks measuring 10'-8" from the rear property line and will not be visible from the right-of-way. The addition will not obscure defining features of the historic garage and with neither irreparably damage nor destroy the historic fabric of the contributing structure if later removed. The structure is currently being used as an artist's workshop for the homeowner. Pursuant to LDR Section 4.4.3, Single Family Residential Districts, within the R-1-AA (Single Family residential) zoning district, permitted accessory uses and structures include but are not limited to: garages, guest cottages, and workshops. As use of the structure as a workshop is permitted in the R-1-AA (Single Family Residential) zoning district and as there are no environmental/disposal concerns or public access issues regarding the use of the structure, the workshop can be considered a permitted use. Pursuant to LDR Section 4.4.3(H)(2), the floor area of the accessory structure shall not exceed 40% of the floor area of the principal structure. The overall square footage of the accessory structure is 565 sq. ft. which is 22% of the principal dwelling. It can therefore be considered in compliance with this section. Further, pursuant to LDR Section 4.3.3(Q)(2), a guest cottage shall not occupy more than 1/20 of the lot area and in no case shall exceed a floor area of 700 square feet. Therefore, if the owner/applicant chooses to convert the proposed workshop into a guest cottage, it would be compliant with the LDR section referenced above and is allowed as an accessory use within this R-1-AA zoning district. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS A. Continue with direction. B. Approve the Certificate if Appropriateness for 110 NE 7th Street, based on positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(a-c), (E)(8)(g), (E)(8)(h), and (E)(8)(j), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to conditions. C. Deny the Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 NE 7th Street, with the basis stated. • 110 NE 7th Street addition COA 2003-066 Del-Ida Park Page 4 RECOMMENDATION Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 NE 7th Street, based upon positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(a-c), (E)(8)(g), (E)(8)(h), and (E)(8)(j), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following condition: 1) That a decorative lighting fixture detail be submitted. Attachments: Proposed Elevations& Floor Plan Report Prepared by: Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner DEL DELRAI'BEACH HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD iee MEMORADUM STAFF REPORT �� 1993 1993 2001 - 2001 Agent: Roger Cope, Authorized Agent Project Name: Brisa Atlantica Restaurant Project Location: 9 SE 7th Avenue ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The item before the Board is approval of a Class I Site Plan Modification associated with a Certificate of Appropriateness for elevation changes at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). BACKGROUND The property consists of Lots 1-3 and 9-11 of Block 125 (Replat of the original Town of Linton subdivision) and contains approximately 0.40 acres. The two-story 2,215 sq. ft. frame vernacular dwelling was constructed in 1924 and is considered a contributing historic building within the Marina Historic District. A non-contributing 621 sq. ft. garage lies behind (east of) the main building. The majority of the property is zoned CBD (Central Business District), while the southern portion of the property (the proposed parking area) is zoned RM (Multiple Family Residential-Medium Density). The project is located on the east side of SE 7th Avenue, approximately 90' south of East Atlantic Avenue. The building was constructed as a single-family residence and was originally located adjacent to East Atlantic Avenue. In circa 1940, the building was relocated to its present location in order to permit the construction of the existing two- story mixed-use building along Atlantic Avenue, subsequently constructed in 1941. The first floor of the building was previously utilized as a beauty salon and the second floor presently contains an apartment. At its meeting of March 21, 2001, the Historic Preservation Board approved a Class III site plan modification for the conversion of the building to a restaurant known as Elizabeth's on 7th which included enclosure of the porch for use as the kitchen, installation of a walk-in cooler, modification of the parking area including an off-site parking agreement, and associated landscaping. The Board directed the applicant to revise the parking areas to provide additional parking spaces in an effort to eliminate the need for the off-site parking agreement, which restricted the hours of operation for the restaurant. Meeting Date: January 15, 2003 Agenda Item: IV.C. 9 SE 7th Avenue COA 2003-065 Brisa Atlantica Restaurant Page 2 During its meeting of April 12, 2001, the Historic Preservation Board reviewed and approved a Class II Site Plan Modification for the demolition of the garage, construction of a 300 sq. ft. patio/outdoor dining area, refuse containers, and associated landscaping. On October 16, 2002, the Board granted an extension of the Class II Site Plan Modification for the conversion from retail to restaurant including the garage demolition, construction of a 300 sq. ft. outdoor dining area, refuse containers, and landscaping however, the project was never initiated. The applicant is now before the Board for the review of elevation changes for 9 SE 7th Avenue, now known as the Brisa Atlantica Restaurant. DESCRIPTION The applicant proposes elevation changes to the two-story, contributing main building and the one-story garage. Though previously approved for demolition, the applicant requests the retention of the garage for use as storage associated with the maintenance of the property. Proposed elevation changes to the two-story building include the installation of two pairs of French doors with sidelights; one fixed pair on the west elevation, the other an operable pair at the porch entrance on the north elevation. The installation of French doors on the west elevation requires the removal of the two existing 6/1 windows. Installation on the north elevation requires removal of the building's exterior wall leading out onto the existing covered porch. The proposed aluminum French doors are divided light paired doors with divided light sidelights. The applicant also proposes the installation of an exhaust vent on the south elevation with a wood shake covering intended to match the existing building's exterior. The design is intended to resemble a chimney. The elevation changes proposed for the one-story, non-contributing garage include the removal of the existing overhead door.on the west elevation and the installation of infill including a cedar shake exterior (west elevation only) and glass block transom. The remaining facades will display the original exterior. The concrete block structure displays a flat roof and no other architectural details. It is therefore important to ensure that the newly proposed elevation compliments the style of the original dwelling. The garage is presently used as a storage facility and will remain so after the exterior alterations. ANALYSIS LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), 4.5.1(E)(8)(b-d), and (E)(8)(g) "Development Standards" provides guidelines in evaluating Certificates of Appropriateness for the 9 SE 7th Avenue COA 2003-065 Brisa Atlantica Restaurant Page 3 alteration or addition of exterior architectural features. The guidelines are as follows: The Board Shall Consider: (a) A historic site, or building, structure, site improvement, or appurtenance within a historic district shall be altered, restored, preserved, repaired, relocated, demolished, or otherwise changed in accordance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, as amended from time to time. (b) All improvement to buildings, structures, and appurtenances within a designated historic district shall be visually compatible. Visual compatibility can include but is not limited to: consistency in relation to materials, texture, color, front façade proportions, proportions of openings, and rhythm of solids to voids. The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation recommend that: (a) New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. The proposed elevation changes for the main historic building will be in keeping with the architectural style. Installation of the French doors on the north elevation require the removal of the 6/1, triplet windows and can be supported due to its inconspicuous location within the covered porch and due to the applicant's support for retaining the porch element. The doors on the north elevation will not be easily viewed from the right- of-way and will not make a significant impact on the appearance of the front façade. However, the proposed French doors on the west façade are a concern as they face the right-of-way. The doors are not provided with an appropriate landing area, as needed when French doors are utilized as access to a porch or balcony. Also, while the proposed doors are fixed, they are not in keeping with the appropriate proportion of openings or rhythm of solids to voids currently found on the building's front facade. It is therefore recommended that paired or triplet windows with a 6/1 light configuration be installed (or relocated from the north elevation, if feasible) to match the remaining historic fenestration found throughout the building. The proposed installation of exhaust vents is required by code for use as a restaurant. The location of the vents on the south elevation subjects the retrofit to scrutiny as it is viewed from the parking area, however use of the cedar shakes to hide the equipment is a sensitive and appropriate solution to encasing the equipment. The applicant proposes to re-design the front façade of the garage by removing the existing overhead door and infilling the remainder of the west façade with cedar shakes and a glass block transom. As the structure is considered non-contributing and as the 9 SE 7th Avenue COA 2003-065 Brisa Atlantica Restaurant Page 4 high visibility of the garage within the parking area lends itself to improvements, removal of the overhead door is welcome. However, it is suggested that the proposed cedar shakes be deleted from the elevation changes unless proposed for the remainder of the building as the south elevation can be viewed from the parking area as well. Installation of the glass block is proposed for additional interior light however, it is a far contrast from the frame vernacular style of the original building. In order to accommodate a complimentary alteration, it is recommended that fenestration be installed which compliments that found on the original building. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS A. Continue with direction. B. Approve the Certificate if Appropriateness associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification for 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, based on positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(b-d) and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to conditions. C. Deny the Certificate of Appropriateness associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification for 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, with the basis stated. RECOMMENDATION Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness associated with a Class I Site Plan Modification to a contributing building at 9 SE 7th Avenue, Brisa Atlantica, based upon positive findings with respect to the LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(b-d) and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation subject to the following condition: 1) That the proposed French doors on the west elevation be eliminated and that paired or triplet 6/1 windows be installed or relocated from the building's north elevation. 2) That the proposed cedar shake exterior on the garage be followed through for the entire exterior or deleted from the proposal. 3) That the proposed glass block on the west elevation of the garage be deleted and that fenestration be proposed .which compliments the main building's frame vernacular style. Attachments: Site Plan, Elevations Report Prepared by: Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner 11 w ¢ ¢ rt.L (-- -- LEGEND -- ---..\ 1°L---Q a >- BRISAQATLANTICA• Z N.E. 2ND ST. ® CC LEVEL-CLASS I ��'�l W CERTIFICATE OF In tO ES - APPROPRIATENESS H 111 QV r` N.E. 1ST` CT. PRI 9 S.E.7TH AVENUE W Li.I V z z ySUBJECT AREA N.E. LOWRY STREET .................. 1ST ST. x w VETERANS PARK CONDO LI-I ATLANTIC a t ¢ - PLAZA Ii w w �� W W SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION U- lL TERRACE — CONDO — PCN#:12-43-46-16-34-000-0010 T 1.1_ APPROXIMATE ACREAGE:0.182 ATLANTIC AVENUE ZONING:CBD(CENTRAL BUSINESS ( wce DISTRICT)&RM(MULTIPLE FAMILY WATERWAY EAST RESIDENTIAL-MEDIUM DENSITY) • -^ in COMMERCIAL CONDO FLUM:MD(MEDIUM DENSITY Z Z RESIDENTIAL,5-12 UNITS/ACRE } r EXISTING LAND USAGE:VACANT x x a > vj Uj a BAR o a HARBOUR CONDO o ..____ S.E. 1ST ST. J \ MIRAMAR \ FIDELITY FEDERAL i BANK J 1.-- (" 0 Q PLANNING Z Z (/) Q & ZONING DEPARTMENT Q N o Z W E -' ` INGRAHAM S.E. 2ND' ST. AVE . ~ LONG-RION z SEAGATE DIGITAL BAS SYSTEM Q Q TOWERS MAP REFM676 -- JAN -- w NASSAU� . . _ = 1._ 0 (0 w` (7,44::40,-,,L, ,,,,, ,,,„„:11:si.,...„:":.,..„),:3--(.‘4,02,,ti) S.E. 3RD ST. w BAY ST--., r------., „-- I. III SQUAREYNJ a HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD. MEMORANDUM Meeting Date: January 15, 2003 Project Name: Block 61 Alleyway Abandonment Project Location: Within the block at the southwest corner of Swinton Avenue and Atlantic Avenue. ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The item before the Board is that of making a recommendation to the City Commission on the proposed abandonment of the north-south alley lying within Block 61, Town of Linton (now Delray) Plat. This right-of-way abandonment is being processed pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(0), Abandonment of Rights-of-Way. BACKGROUND The subject alleyway was dedicated with the recordation of the Town of Linton (now Delray) Plat (Plat Book 1, Page 3, of the Public Records of Palm Beach County, Florida), in 1895. Currently the subject alley is paved and is part of an alley system which provides a secondary means of access to all parcels fronting on Swinton Avenue, S.W. 1stAvenue and S.W. 1st Street. In addition to the alleyway proposed for abandonment, there is an east-west alleyway which extends from S.W. 1st Avenue to mid block, or the northern terminus to the north-south alleyway. Previously this alley extended from S.W. 1st Avenue to Swinton Avenue. Two separate motions abandoned the portion east of mid-block. The first, in 1986, abandoned the south 3 feet. The second, in 1999 abandoned the north 13 feet, which was tied to the overall site plan for the Rectory Park Development. This current alleyway abandonment was previously considered by HPB on November 15, 2000 and was continued with a recommendation that the application be accompanied by a Master Development Plan or a Boundary Plat which included all adjacent properties. ANALYSIS Block 61 is located in the OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) Zone District. Future Land Use Element Policy C-3.3 of the City's Comprehensive Plan states: Alleys located within the Old School Square Historic District on either side of Swinton Avenue shall remain and be made available for access to abutting properties. Accordingly, these alleys shall not be abandoned to private interests. In addition, as stated in the Downtown Master Plan adopted by the City Commission on March 19, 2002: Those alleys which are not slated for abandonment should be maintained and improved. According to the City's Land Development Regulations, parking in the OSSHAD should be located in the side or rear yard and/or adjacent to a rear alley. The Applicant has submitted a concept plan (Alley Plan) to staff, which does not achieve the stated objectives. In addition, they have not formally submitted a Master Development Plan, or a Boundary Plat as previously requested. i I H.P.B.Staff Memorandum Block 61 Alleyway Abandonment Page 2 CONCLUSION /'RECOMMENDATION The abandonment request is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown Master Plan. The abandonment could only be accomplished and remain consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Master Plan if the alley was rededicated (16') in the realignment noted in the Alley Plan. In light of the above, staff recommends approval subject to: 1. A replacement alley (16') which extends from S.W. 1st Street north to the east-west alley be dedicated for vehicular/pedestrian use; 2. A replacement easement be retained over the entire abandonment area to cover existing utilities, or all existing utilities be relocated into the replacement alley at the applicant's expense; 3. A Boundary Plat be formally submitted and approved; 4. 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ITEM: Swinton Office (123 South Swinton Avenue) - Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness associated with a Class V Site Plan for the conversion of a contributing single family residence to an office. 1 � I — ____- j i f i - -_ 31 -`i I 1 I — o - - - GENERAL DATA: " is, 5' _1ST 1 ST I ' I Owner/Applicant Crestline Holdings o""'��_-- ;7: b g Agent Gerald Church I iw Location Approximately 250' south of I;> I Southeast 1' Street, west .< -�0- side of South Swinton I z_ ®1 ® A T L A N T I C AVENUE Avenue. �,, �� Property Size 0.15 Acres I I , I 1 F iture Land Use Map OMU (Other Mixed Use) —i I - I 1 7711 — urrent Zoning OSSHAD (Old School 1 I , I I ' I _ Square Historic Arts District) It Adjacent Zoning North: OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) f H East: OSSHAD (Old School Square 5.". 5 5-1 s ,ST `T ' Historic Arts District) I` I South: OSSHAD (Old School Square ! I—. Historic Arts District) — — W West: CF (Community Facilities) I — Existing Land Use Single Family Residence 1�= —--- Proposed Land Use T.B.A. i 1 S.n. 57. E.E. 2R5 ST. Water Servic= Existing on site. ; i Sewer Service` Existing on site. z, 7; 1 ' I I I o1 N I '-I• �� i i iz ■ ,I I I i3 3 -' J IcnI . I I i v. _?_ 5.5. 3RD ST. L. , _.n IIII :I il n al- - � f I - ny i I 1 1 __ ' -- 4TH ST. i LA. ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The action before the Board is that of approval of a COA that incorporates the following aspects of the development proposal for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.5(F): ❑ Class V Site Plan; ❑ Landscape Plan; ❑ Design Elements; ❑ Demolition Request; ❑ Waiver Requests; and, ❑ Variance Request The subject property is located on the east side of S. Swinton Avenue between SE 1st Street and SE 2nd Street. BACKGROUND The subject property consists of Lot 3, Block 70 of the Sundy and Cromer Amended Plat. The 1,347 sq. ft. masonry vernacular dwelling was constructed in 1947 and displays a cross gable shingle roof and varying fenestration including metal casement, jalousie and awning windows. The building is designated historic and is considered a contributing property in the Old School Square Historic District. The property is zoned Old School Square Historic District (OSSHAD). A Class V Site Plan has been submitted to convert the building from residential to office and is now before the Board for consideration. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The development proposal includes the following: ❑ Conversion of a 1,347 sq. ft. single family, contributing dwelling from residential to office; ❑ Construction of a four (4) space asphalt parking lot including one handicapped accessible space to the rear (east) of the property and the creation of one parking space in front of the extant building (west); ❑ Installation of a handicapped accessible ramp; o Demolition of a 96 sq. ft. non-contributing, wood frame shed; o Installation of landscaping and refuse container area; Meeting Date: January 15, 2003 Agenda Item: III.A.. HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 2 ❑ Waiver requests to allow parking in front of the historic building and a waiver to reduce the landscape strips on the north side from five feet (5') to four feet (4') and on the south side from five feet (5') to three and a half feet (3.5'); and, ❑ Variance request to allow back out parking onto Swinton Avenue. SITE PLAN ANALYSIS COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: Items identified in the Land Development Regulations shall specifically be addressed by the body taking final action on the site and development application/request. LDR Section 4.3.4(K) Development Standards Matrix: The applicable development standards that relate to the proposal are as follows: Required Provided Building Height (max.) 35' 18' Building Setbacks (min.) - Front 25' 29.65' Side (Interior) 7.5' 7.95' (north) 4.88' (south) Rear 10' 60.75' Open Space 25% 37% LDR Section 4.4.24 (OSSHAD-Special District Regulation): Parking Pursuant to LDR Section 4.4.24(G)(4)(a), all non-residential uses, with the exception of restaurants, shall provide one parking space per 300 sq. ft. of total new or existing floor area being converted to non-residential use. Based on the above, the 1,347 sq. ft. building requires five (5) parking spaces with five (5) proposed to adequately accommodate employee and patron needs. Four of the five proposed spaces will be located in the rear of the property with access taken off the alley. Power poles are located on the east side of the alley and will therefore not interfere with access or maneuvering area. The remaining parking space will be located in front of the building utilizing the existing asphalt driveway (northwest corner of the property) within the front yard setback. The parking area will consist of asphalt paving throughout the parking area including the handicapped accessible parking space and access panel and the proposed front parking space. The proposed material for the rear parking area is not indicated on the site plans and should be noted. This has been attached as a technical item. The proposed parking space in front of the historic building requires approval of a waiver while back out parking onto South Swinton Avenue requires approval of a variance. • HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 3 Parking Waiver Pursuant to LDR Section 4.4.24(G)(3), all parking, except for single family homes and duplexes, shall be located in the side or rear yard or adjacent to a rear alley. No such parking shall be located in the area between any street and the closest building or structure. Where there are existing buildings or structures, the Historic Preservation Board may waive this requirement during the site plan review process, provided that it is determined that compliance is not feasible and that the character of the area will be maintained. Required Findings: Pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.7(8)(5), prior to granting a waiver, the approving body shall make a finding that the granting of the waiver: (a) Shall not adversely affect the neighboring area; (b) Shall not significantly diminish the provision of public facilities; (c) Shall not create an unsafe situation; or, (d) Does not result in the grant of a special privilege in that the same waiver would be granted under similar circumstances on other property for another applicant or owner. Parking in the front of the extant building is the only viable option to meet the parking requirement of five spaces on this lot. The building's location and the necessity to provide a handicapped parking space and access panel prohibits construction of an additional space or the construction of the handicapped access ramp to the rear of the building. It is therefore necessary to construct four spaces behind the building and retain one parking space in the front of the building. The in-lieu fee option is not appropriate in this situation as there are no public parking areas within 300' of the development. Utilization of the asphalt driveway will help retain the residential character of the property. A parking space must be permitted in front of the building in order to provide adequate parking for the proposed office use. Support for the waiver will not be considered a special privilege to the applicant; it will neither negatively affect the neighboring area nor diminish public facilities and parking in front of the building will not cause an unsafe situation. It can therefore be assessed that granting the waiver can be supported based on the criteria listed above. Parking Variance Per LDR Section 4.6.9(D)(2), each required parking space shall be accessible at all times. Access which conforms with minimal aisle standards and which includes maneuvering area so that a vehicle must be able to enter and exit the parking area onto a street or alley in a forward manner shall be provided. This requirement did not apply to the previous residential use. • , • HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 4 Required Findings: Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(J), in addition to the required findings of LDR Section 2.4.7(A)(5) (copy attached), the Board may also be guided by the following as an alternative to the above criteria: (I) That a variance is necessary to maintain the historic character of property through demonstrating that: (a) A variance would not be contrary to the public interest, safety, or welfare; (b) Special conditions and circumstances exist, because of the historic setting, location, nature, or character of the land, structure, appurtenances, sign, or building involved, which are not applicable to other lands, structures, appurtenances, signs, or buildings in the same zoning district, which have not been designated as historic sites or a historic district nor listed on the Local Register of Historic Places; (c) Literal interpretation of the provisions of existing ordinances would alter the historic site to such an extent that it would not be feasible to preserve the historic character, of the historic district or historic site; and, (d) The variance requested is the minimum necessary to preserve the historic character of a historic site or a historic district. (2) Or, as an alternative to Sub-Section (J)(1), that a variance is necessary to accommodate an appropriate adaptive reuse of a structure within a Historic District or upon a Historic Site through demonstrating that: (a) A variance would not be contrary to the public interest, safety, or welfare; (b) The variance would not significantly diminish the historic character of the Historic District or Site; and, (c) That the variance requested is the minimum necessary to effect the adaptive reuse of an existing structure or site. (3) The Board shall otherwise follow procedures and impose conditions as required of the Board of Adjustments. The requested parking space in front of the dwelling currently exists as an asphalt driveway. As the location of the right-of-way improvements in front of the property (on the southwest corner) prohibits the construction of a circle driveway and as parking is needed in front of the building to meet the five space parking requirement for conversion to an office, a variance is requested to allow back out parking for one space onto South Swinton Avenue. While a parking space (maneuvering area) can be designed to allow the vehicle to enter and exit the site in a forward manner, it would result in the elimination of the landscape area and may not be necessary given the relatively low intensity of the proposed office use. In order to ensure the space will not be heavily used, it is recommended that the specie be utilized for employee parking and that signage is provided indicating patron parking to the rear of the building. Granting the variance can be supported based on the fact that parking in front of the historic building will not be contrary to the safety or general welfare of the public and it is the minimum HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 5 necessary to retain the historic integrity of the building provided the condition of approval is addressed. LDR Chapter 4.6 Supplementary District Regulations: Bike Rack Pursuant to LDR 4.6.9(C)(1)(c)(3), bicycle parking facilities shall be provided at anyy non- residential use within the City's TCEA (Transportation Concurrency Exception Area) which, through the development review process, is determined to generate a demand. In addition, Transportation Element Policy D-2.2 of the City's Comprehensive Plan requires bicycle facilities on all new development and redevelopment with particular emphasis on development within the TCEA. Provision of a bike rack is appropriate for this development and is not provided. Provision of a bike rack is attached as a condition of approval. Site Lighting Pursuant to LDR 4.6.8 (Lighting), site lighting is required on site for new development proposals. Site lighting locations are provided on the site plan, landscape and engineering plans and a photometric plan has been submitted which demonstrates compliance with these requirements. Light fixture details have been provided reflecting a decorative fixture which is complimentary to the vernacular style of the building. Underground Utilities Pursuant to LDR Section 6.1.8, utility facilities serving the development shall be located underground throughout the development, however this has not been indicated on the plans. The site plan must be revised to show the relocation of the utilities underground and is attached as a site plan technical item. Sidewalks Pursuant to LDR Section 6.1.3(B)(1), a 5' wide sidewalk is required within the rights-of-way adjacent to the property. An existing 5' sidewalk is located in front of the property along South Swinton Avenue. Refuse Container Area A refuse container has not been proposed for this project. Location of a refuse container and its method of screening must be indicated on the site and landscape plans. This has been attached as a technical item. Site Plan Technical Items: The following Technical Items must be addressed with the submittal of revised plans prior to building permit submittal: 1) Provide two copies of a pollution prevention plan. 2) Provide details for ADA access to the building. HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 6 3) Provide typical cross sections at all property lines. 4) Proposed utilities shall be located underground. 5) Indicate the location and method of screening for the A/C unit and refuse container on the site and landscape plans. 6) Provide exfiltration test results. 7) Provide more detail on the drainage calculations (i.e. length, width, height). 8) Note the material for the proposed parking area to the rear of the building. 9) Indicate the location of the A/C unit and refuse container area on the site plan. LANDSCAPE ANALYSIS The proposed landscape plan consists of both existing and proposed plantings. Proposed plantings include: a Crape Myrtle Tree, a Gumbo Limbo tree, Dahoon Holly Trees, and a Sabal Palm with an existing Sabal Palm and Pygmy Date Palm proposed for relocation. An existing Banyan Tree and Royal Palm are located on the southwest corner of the property. Underplantings include Swordfern, Leadwort, and Wax Jasmine with foundation plantings consisting of Cocoplum hedging along the front and rear facades of the building. Simpson Stopper hedge will be planted along the north and south property lines and will screen the A/C unit. The proposed landscaping complies with the requirements of LDR Section 4.6.16, except as discussed under the waiver analysis below. Landscape Waiver Pursuant to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d), a landscape barrier shall be provided between the off-street parking area or other vehicular use area and the abutting properties. This landscape barrier shall be located between the common lot line and the off-street parking area or other vehicular use area in a planting strip of not less than five feet (5) in width. Required Findings: Pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.7(8)(5), prior to granting a waiver, the approving body shall make a finding that the granting of the waiver: (e) Shall not adversely affect the neighboring area; (t) Shall not significantly diminish the provision of public facilities; (g) Shall not create an unsafe situation; or, (h) Does not result in the grant of a special privilege in that the same waiver would be granted under similar circumstances on other property for another applicant or owner. The applicant is requesting a waiver to reduce the required landscape strip on the north side from the required five feet (5') to four feet (4') and on the south side from five feet (5') HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 7 to three and half (3.5'). In order to provide a standard single-loaded, perpendicular parking area (42') with the required 5' perimeter landscaping, 52.5' is necessary and the property is only 50' wide. The required amount of landscaping can be installed within the proposed landscape strips. A waiver to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d) to reduce the required landscape strips can be supported due to the minimal lot width of 50' providing nominal space for both the required parking and landscaping. Given the discussion above, the waiver request will neither adversely affect the neighboring area nor is a special privilege being granted as the building's location is pre-existing. Further, no public facilities will be diminished and no unsafe situations will be created by the granting of this waiver. Based upon the above, positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5) can be made. DEMOLITION FINDINGS A shed, located at the northeast corner of the property, was demolished prior to site plan approval. The 96 sq. ft. frame outbuilding measured approximately 8' x 12'. The shed displayed a board and batten exterior, front facing gable, and asphalt shingle roof. The outbuilding was not structurally sound and suffered extensive damage from wood rot and exposure to the elements. The shed was therefore considered non-contributing as it held no architectural, historical, or structural integrity. Demolition (shed) Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(F)(1), The HPB shall consider the following guidelines in evaluating applications for a COA for demolition of historic buildings; (a) Whether the structure is of such interest or quality that it would reasonably fulfill the criteria for designation for listing in the National Register. (b) Whether the structure is of such design, craftsmanship, or material that it could be reproduced only with great difficulty or economically nonviable expense. (c) Whether the structure is one of the last remaining examples of its kind in the designated historic district within the city. (d) Whether retaining the structure would promote the general welfare of the city by providing an opportunity to study local history, architecture, and design, or by developing an understanding of the importance and value of a particular culture and heritage. (e) Whether there are definite plans for immediate reuse of the property if the proposed demolition is carried out, and what effect those plans will have on the character of the surrounding area. The immediate demolition of the non-contributing (shed) structure was not detrimental to the contributing status of the district or the property and the structure was demolished without altering the historical or architectural context of the main dwelling. 'HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 8 DESIGN ELEMENTS/ANALYSIS Residential Conversion to Commercial: Design Elements The proposal includes conversion of a 1,347 sq. ft. contributing masonry vernacular residence to office use. The dwelling will be rehabilitated including a newly redesigned porch and roofline in place of the inappropriate porch enclosure on the front façade (west elevation). A contributing 96 sq. ft. shed at the rear (east) of the property was demolished prior to site plan approval however a review of the structure is included. Constructed in 1947, the concrete block house displays a cross gable roof with flat roof porch enclosure and decorative gable vents. A masonry chimney extends from the center of the dwelling on the west elevation just beyond the porch enclosure. Fenestration includes jalousie, awning, and metal casement windows. Metal awnings currently shade the jalousie windows and jalousie door on the west elevation. Exhaust vents can currently be seen on the flat roof and can be viewed from the right-of-way and will be removed upon approval of the conversion. The applicant is proposing several elevation changes including the removal of the jalousie windows and front entry door and the creation of a new entryway with the construction of a front facing gable in place of the flat roof over the porch enclosure. New gable vents are proposed. The extant chimney will be centered behind the peak of the proposed gable. A small pent roof will extend out from the gable providing additional protection from the elements and adding depth to the gable roof with the use of shingle covering. The porch will display exposed rafter tails and will be supported by four columns with Doric capitals and smooth shafts. A new multi-light entry door is also proposed. Proposed paint colors include Swedish Ivy (sage green) for the walls with white proposed for the trim and accent colors. New casement windows and board and batten shutters are also proposed, however, as the building retains minimal architectural details it is recommended that elements such as the original casement windows and the gable vents be retained if feasible. The installation of the shutters can be supported and are an appropriate addition. A new handicapped access ramp will be constructed from the handicapped parking space at the rear (east) along the side (north elevation) to the proposed front entryway on the front (west) façade. A picket railing will wrap along the ramp and will continue along the front porch. No detail has been submitted of the railing. Provision of a railing detail has been attached as a condition of approval. The interior of the building will be re-designed to provide for the proposed office. A floor plan has been provided however, any adjustments to any means of ingress/egress to accommodate ADA access that will affect the exterior rehabilitation should be noted on both the floor plan and the elevations. This has been attached as a condition of approval HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 9 Analysis Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(4) and (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h), "Development Standards" provides guidelines in evaluating alterations or additions of exterior architectural features. The guidelines are as follows: (E)(4) A historic site, or building, structure, site, improvement, or appurtenance within a historic district shall be altered, restored, preserved, repaired, relocated, demolished, or otherwise changed in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, as amended from time to time. (E)(8) All improvement to buildings, structures, and appurtenances within a designated historic district shall be visually compatible. Visual compatibility can include but is not limited to: consistency in relation to height, front façade proportion, proportion of openings, rhythm of solids to voids, rhythm of entrance/porch projections, materials, texture, and color, and roof shapes of the façade of a building in association with the predominant material used in surrounding historic sites and structures within the historic district. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation 1) New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. 2) New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be not be impaired. Also, the introduction of new construction onto the building site which is visually incompatible in terms of size, scale, design, materials, color, and texture or which destroys historic relationships on the site should be avoided. The proposed rehabilitation includes the addition of a new entryway at the northwest corner of the building including the installation of new fenestration and the removal of the jalousie windows and doors and the construction of a new gable roof over the entryway. As there is no previous documentation of what the original porch resembled and since the porch enclosure was an insensitive addition on the original façade, the new porch and roofline can be supported as it mirrors many of the original architectural style of the building. Further, the new entryway will be differentiated for the old as mandated by the Secretary of the Interior's Standards by the installation of new fenestration and by the installation of a new decorative gable vent. However, the applicant is proposing to replace all of the existing fenestration including the metal casement windows and the extant gable vent. Any architectural features such as the casement windows and the gable vents which are feasible to retain should be restored and utilized in the rehabilitation of the building as they are represent the minimal architectural features included in the original design of the building. • HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 10 REQUIRED FINDINGS Pursuant to Section 3.1.1 (Required Findings), prior to the approval of development applications, certain findings must be made in a form which is part of the official record. This may be achieved through information on the application, written materials submitted by the applicant, the staff report, or minutes. Findings shall be made by the body, which has the authority to approve or deny the development application. These findings relate to consistency with the Future Land Use Map, Concurrency, Comprehensive Plan Consistency, and Compliance with the Land Development Regulations. Section 3.1.1(A) - Future Land Use Map The subject property has a Future Land Use Map designation of Other Mixed Use (OMU) and a zoning designation of Old School Square Historic Arts District (OSSHAD). The OSSHAD zoning district is consistent with the OMU Future Land Use Map designation. Pursuant to LDR Section 4.4.24(B)(2), and (3), within the OSSHAD zoning district, business and professional offices are listed as permitted uses. Based upon the above, it is appropriate to make a positive finding with respect to LDR Section 3.1.1(A), Future Land Use Map Consistency. Section 3.1.1(B) - Concurrency As described in Appendix A, a positive finding of concurrency can be made as it relates to water, sewer, streets and traffic, drainage, parks and recreation, open space, and solid waste. Section 3.1.1 (C) - Consistency (Standards for Site Plan Actions) As described in Appendix B, a positive finding of consistency can be made as it relates to Standards for Site Plan Actions. Section 3.1.1 (D) - Compliance with the Land Development Regulations As described under the Site Plan Analysis of this report, a positive finding of compliance with the LDRs can be made, provided the conditions of approval are addressed. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES: A review of the goals, objectives and policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan was conducted and no applicable goals, objectives or policies were found. Section 2.4.5(F)(5) (Site Plan Findings) Pursuant to Section 2.4.5(F)(5) (Findings), in addition to provisions of Chapter Three, the approving body must make a finding that the development of the property pursuant to the site plan will be compatible and harmonious with the adjacent and HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 11 nearby properties and the City as a whole, so as not to cause substantial depreciation of property values. The subject property is surrounded by the OSSHAD zoning district with mainly residential uses. Compatibility is not a concern, as the proposed use of the subject property would be allowable on each of the surrounding properties. The proposal retains the existing residential character while accommodating the adaptive re-use of the historic building. The project will enhance the property values within the area. Based on the above, the development will be compatible and harmonious with adjacent properties. ASSESSMENT AND CONCLUSION The development proposal involves a site plan for the conversion of a contributing dwelling from residential to office use including perimeter landscaping and parking. The proposal will be consistent with Section 3.1.1 and Section 2.4.5(F)(5) of the Land Development Regulations, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan provided the conditions of approval are addressed. These changes are outlined as conditions of approval. The proposal involves a waiver to allow parking within the front yard in front of the contributing building. Due to the building's location and minimal lot size, this waiver can be supported. A waiver has also been requested to reduce the landscape strips from the required five feet (5') to four feet (4') on the north property line and from five feet (5') to three and a half feet (3.5") on the south property line. As the width of the lot is minimal, measuring just 50' (52'-6" required to accommodate 5' landscape strips), and due to the location of the existing building, this waiver can also be supported. Further, a variance has been requested to allow back out parking onto South Swinton Avenue. Due to certain site conditions and provided the front parking space is limited to employee parking and signage is provided directing patrons to the rear parking area, such a variance can be granted. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS A. Continue with direction. B. Approve the COA and associated demolition, Class V site plan, landscape plan, and design elements for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(4), (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h), subject to conditions. C. Deny the COA and the associated demolition, Class V site plan, landscape plan, and design elements for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based upon failure to make positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1. (E)(4), (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h). STAFF RECOMMENDATION By Separate Motions: HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 12 Waivers A. Approve a waiver to LDR Section 4.4.24(G)(3) to allow one parking spaces to be located within the front yard between the building and the street, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). B. Approve the waiver to reduce the required landscape strip on the north side of the parking area from five feet (5') to four feet (4') and the south side from five feet (5') to three and a half (3.5') based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 2.4.7(B)(5). Variance Approve a variance to LDR Section 4.6.9(D)(2) to allow a back-out parking space onto Swinton Avenue, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(J), subject to the condition that the space be designated as employee parking and that signage is provided directing patrons to the rear parking area. Site Plan Approve the COA for the Class V site plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based on positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards), and Section 2.4.5(F)(5) and Section 2.4.6 (COA Findings) of the Land Development Regulations and policies of the Comprehensive Plan subject to the following conditions: 1) That revised plans be submitted addressing the technical items and conditions of approval noted in the staff report; and, 2) Submit a detail of the railing for the proposed ADA ramp. 3) Indicate all in-kind repairs and all locations of fenestration changes. 4) Provide a detail of the proposed fencing and note the location on the site plan. 5) That a bike rack be provided and indicated on the site plan. Landscape Plan Approve the COA for the landscape plan for the 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.16. Design Elements Approve the design elements for 123 S. Swinton Avenue, Swinton Office based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(4), (E)(8)(a-d), (8)(f), (8)(g), and (8)(h), subject to conditions: 1) That all viable casement windows be retained and rehabilitated for continued use. HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 13 Attachments: • Survey • Site Plan • Landscape Plan • Elevations Report prepared by: Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner • HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 14 APPENDIX A CONCURRENCY FINDINGS Pursuant to LDR Section 3.1.1(B), Concurrency as defined pursuant to Objective B-2 of the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan must be met and a determination made that the public facility needs of the requested land use and/or development application will not exceed the ability of the City to fund and provide, or to require the provision of, needed capital improvements for the following areas: Water and Sewer: ❑ Water service exists via a service lateral connection to the 10" water main along South Swinton Avenue. ❑ Sewer service exists via a service lateral connection to an 8" sewer main within the adjacent alley. ❑ Adequate fire suppression is provided via an existing fire hydrant at the southeast corner of SE 1st Street and South Swinton Avenue. Pursuant to the City's Comprehensive Plan, treatment capacity is available at the City's Water Treatment Plant and the South Central County Waste Water Treatment Plant for the City at build- out. Based upon the above, positive findings can be made with respect to these level of service standards. Drainage: A preliminary drainage plan has been submitted indicating that drainage will be accommodated on- site via an exfiltration system. At this time, there are no problems anticipated meeting South Florida Water Management District requirements. Streets and Traffic: The subject property is located in the City's TCEA (Traffic Concurrency Exception Area), which encompasses the CBD, CBD-RC, OSSHAD, and West Atlantic Avenue Business Corridor. The TCEA exempts the above-described areas from complying with the Palm Beach County Traffic Performance Standards Ordinance. Therefore, a traffic study is not required for concurrency purposes; however a traffic statement is necessary to keep a record of trips approved in the TCEA and for calculation of traffic impact fees. The applicant has submitted a statement based upon the conversion from residential to office which states that the 1,347 sq. ft. office will generate 31 average daily trips with a net increase of approximately 20 daily new trips. Schools: As the subject property is located in the City's TCEA and involves a non-residential use, this project is exempt from School Concurrency. Parks and Open Space: Park dedication requirements do not apply for nonresidential uses. HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 15 Solid Waste: The proposal calls for a conversion of a single family dwelling to office. Trash generation is based upon the worst case scenario of office use. Trash generated by the proposed 1,347 sq.ft. building is [1,347 sq.ft. x 5.4 lbs/sq.ft. = 7,273.8 lbs/2,000 = 3.6369 or 3.64 tons] 3.64 tons of solid waste per year. The trash generated by a single family home is 1.99 tons of solid waste per year resulting in an increase of roughly 1.65 tons per year. The Solid Waste Authority indicates in its annual report that the established level of service standards for solid waste will be met for all developments until 2021. Therefore, a positive finding can be made to this Level of Service standard. HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 16 APPENDIX B STANDARDS FOR SITE PLAN ACTIONS A. Building design, landscaping, and lighting (glare) shall be such that they do not create unwarranted distractions or blockage of visibility as it pertains to traffic circulation. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent B. Separation of different forms of transportation shall be encouraged. This includes pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles in a manner consistent with policies found under Objectives D-1 and D-2 of the Transportation Element. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent C. Open space enhancements as described in Policies found under Objective B-1 of the Open Space and Recreation Element are appropriately addressed. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent D. The City shall evaluate the effect that any street widening or traffic circulation modification may have upon an existing neighborhood. If it is determined that the widening or modification will be detrimental and result in a degradation of the neighborhood, the project shall not be permitted. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent E. Development of vacant land which is zoned for residential purposes shall be planned in a manner which is consistent with adjacent development regardless of zoning designations. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent HPB Staff Report 123 S. Swinton Avenue-Class V Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Design Elements Page 17 F. Vacant property shall be developed in a manner so that the future use and intensity are appropriate in terms of soil, topographic, and other applicable physical considerations; complementary to adjacent land uses; and fulfills remaining land use needs. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent G. Redevelopment and the development of new land shall result in the provision of a variety of housing types which shall continue to accommodate the diverse makeup of the City's demographic profile, and meet the housing needs identified in the Housing Element. This shall be accomplished through the implementation of policies under Objective B-2 of the Housing Element. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent H. The City shall consider the effect that the proposal will have on the stability of nearby neighborhoods. Factors such as noise, odors, dust, traffic volumes and circulation patterns shall be reviewed in terms of their potential to negatively impact the safety, habitability and stability of residential areas. If it is determined that a proposed development will result in a degradation of any neighborhood, the project shall be modified accordingly or denied. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent I. Development shall not be approved if traffic associated with such development would create a new high accident location, or exacerbate an existing situation causing it to become a high accident location,without such development taking actions to remedy the accident situation. Not applicable Meets intent of standard X Does not meet intent J. Tot lots and recreational areas, serving children from toddler to teens, shall be a feature of all new housing developments as part of the design to accommodate households having a range of ages. This requirement may be waived or modified for residential developments located in the downtown area, and for infill projects having fewer than 25 units. Not applicable X Meets intent of standard Does not meet intent DELRAYBEACH - DELRAY BEACH HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD jica City gIIP, MEMORADUM STAFF REPORT �I P, 1993 1993 2001 2001 Agent: Robert Simpson, Tropical Awning Project Name: Popper/Barnett Residence Project Location: 330 SE 7th Avenue ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The item before the Board is consideration of a COA request for the installation of a gable style canvas awning on a non-contributing property, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). BACKGROUND The property consists of the north 87.5' of the east 155.6' of the south half of Block 120 (less the east 20' of the SE 7th Avenue right-of-way). The 1,785 sq. ft. single-family residence was constructed in 1956 and is considered a "non-contributing" dwelling based on its age and construction after the period of significance established for the Marina Historic District. The property is zoned R-1-AA (Single Family Residential). During its meeting of April 4, 2001, the Board reviewed and approved a COA request to change the exterior paint color from white to mint green and to install a Chattahoochee driveway to replace the deteriorated asphalt drive. These improvements were also undertaken. On October 17, 2001, the Historic Preservation Board reviewed a COA request for an 800 sq. ft. addition containing a master bedroom, master bath, dressing area, and walk- in closet which included the extension of the living room. An exterior paint change was also requested. The COA was approved with the exception of the proposed beige paint color for the body. However, an alternative peach color was approved. These improvements were completed. During its meeting of November 20, 2002, the Board considered an application for the installation of four black canvas awnings; three shed awnings on the front (east) elevation and one over the patio on rear (west) elevation. The Board approved the project and the awnings have been installed. The applicant is now before the Board for the installation of an awning at the rear of the property. Meeting Date:January 15,2003 Agenda Item: N.B. 330 SE 7th Avenue Awning SR Page 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION /ANALYSIS Project Description The proposed project consists of the installation of a gable style black canvas awning for use as a pool cabana. Located on the southwest corner of the dwelling, the awning measures 13'x20' and is nine feet (9') in height and displays a low pitched gable for proper drainage and tie back curtains at each corner. The awning will be attached to the building on the east end and supported by four metal posts, secured in concrete, on each corner. The awning will eventually cover a paver block patio which is to be installed at a later date. The awning is intended to provide privacy and to provide shelter from the elements. Design Elements Analysis LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and 4.5.1(E)(8)(g) "Development Standards" provides guidelines in evaluating Certificates of Appropriateness for the alteration or addition of exterior architectural features. The guidelines are as follows: The Board Shall Consider: (E)(4) A historic site, or building, structure, site improvement, or appurtenance within a historic district shall be altered, restored, preserved, repaired, relocated, demolished, or otherwise changed in accordance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, as amended from time to time. (E)(8)(g) The relationship of materials, texture, and color of the facade of a building shall be visually compatible with the predominant materials used in the historic sites, buildings, and structures within a historic district. Analysis The proposed awning is typical of the awnings found throughout the district and those previously approved for this property. The gable style, material, and black color will compliment the existing color of the dwelling but will not detract from the surrounding contributing buildings in the district and the proposed location is within the required building setbacks. While the proposed awning is fairly large, the awning will not be viewed from the right-of-way and is therefore not a concern regarding the building's appearance in relation to the neighboring properties. As the building is non-contributing, such appurtenances are neither inappropriate nor insensitive to the building's architectural features. Further, the treatment is reversible and will not cause irreparable damage to the dwelling as re-assessment of the building's age and style within a five year period will subject it to scrutiny regarding its contributing status. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS A. Continue with direction. 330 SE 7th Avenue Awning SR Page 3 B. Approve 2003-072-COA for the installation of a gable style awning on the non- contributing dwelling at 330 SE 7th Avenue, based upon positive findings with respect to Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(g) of the Land Development Regulations and the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. C. Deny 2003-072-COA for the installation of a gable style awning on a non- contributing dwelling at 330 SE 7th Avenue, with the basis stated. RECOMMENDATION Approve 2003-072-COA for the installation of a gable style awning on a non-contributing dwelling at 330 SE 7th Avenue, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4) and (E)(8)(g). Attachments:Awning specs, Elevations Report Prepared by:Wendy Shay, Historic Presentation Planner • G1,5d I — N el . I - ( , i I 1 iii1J:42- • 0 A(421' t OKI _....„,..... ii 1 i - 04111 • t e Z' II 1 (/'•:?. ., ._.. ---_t - is-, • t;1-r) ( ' t11 , I / I / 1 11 I tt ‘if 47: ,A----5-- / - ------- 1 . 1 ' ,.. . ., ______,. 1— `‘• i,1 .1' , - L ' 1 ••• 1\ - i __ ‘1', 7•-• \ 1 i . :`,.;:•1 ) i i \-_----— . 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