HPB-06-05-02 MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
PUBLIC HEARING
MEETING DATE: June 5, 2002
LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
I. ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order by the Chairperson at 6:00 P.M. Upon roll call it
was determined that a quorum was present.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Lou Jamison, Gail-Lee McDermott, Gloria Elliott,
Donnamarie Sloan, James Keavney, William
Branning (Arrived 6:10)
MEMBER ABSENT: Ronda Sexton
STAFF PRESENT: Wendy Shay, and Debra Garcia
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of September 5, 2001, September 19,
2001, January 2, 2002, January 16, 2002, and April 2, 2002 were before the
Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott moved to approve the minutes as
presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Elliott and passed 6-0.
III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS:
A. Fisher Properties, 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School square Historic
District, Michelle Balfoort, Authorized Agent.
Item Before the Board: The item before the Board is the re-consideration
of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement of the existing
shingle roofs for the contributing structures at 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue
with standing seam copper and copper shingle roofs, pursuant to LDR
Section 2.4.6(J).
Ms. Jamison asked that Mr. Fisher's name be spelled correctly. Ms. Shay
acknowledged the request and assured the Chair that the matter would be
attended to.
Mr. Branning arrived at the meeting.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report and reviewed the Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation
pertaining to in-kind replacement of materials on historic buildings.
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Ms. Jamison then opened the floor for the Authorized Agent to speak.
Michelle Balfoort introduced John Szerdi and Robert Smithers of Dharma
Holdings who then addressed the Board.
John Szerdi spoke in support of the cooper roofs on the Fisher Properties.
Mr. Szerdi then introduced Mr. Smithers, Chief Financial Officer of
Dharma Holdings who further supported the use of copper roofs and made
the argument that it was a financial necessity to allow cooper roofs on
these historic buildings. A letter addressed to Ms. Jamison was then
given to the Board for review by Mr. Smithers and read aloud(attached).
After much Board discussion, it was moved by Mr. Branning, seconded by
Ms. McDermott and passed 5-1 (Ms. Jamison dissenting) to approve the
COA for the Fisher Properties, based upon positive findings with respect
to Objective A-4 of the City's Comp Plan, LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4),
(E)(8)(c), 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 cooper roofs be cooper shingle roofs.
B. Fontaine Fox Historic House Site, 610 N. Ocean Boulevard, Individually
Designated Site, Rebecca Henderson, Authorized Agent.
Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is consideration of a
COA for an accessory structure ("tree house") at 610 N. Ocean Boulevard
also known as the Fontaine Fox House, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J).
The applicant is seeking approval of a pre-existing "tree house" that was
constructed last year. The free standing, accessory structure is currently
located east of the historic main dwelling along the front facade.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison then opened the floor for the Authorized Agent to speak. Ms.
Henderson addressed the Board and reviewed the dimensions of the
accessory structure and gave a brief overview of the project. Ms.
Henderson then exhibited to the Board pictures of other types of
architectural designs by John Volk, who designed the Fontaine Fox
House, arguing that the accessory structure is in keeping with the Cape
Cod architectural style of the historic dwelling. Photos showing different
views of the structure (attached) were also presented to the Board.
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Ms. Henderson then introduced Robin Byrd, who then addressed the
Board. Mr. Byrd submitted a letter to the Board (attached) voicing his
opinion in favor of the existing structure.
Frank McKinney (owner) then stepped forward to address the Board. Mr.
McKinney explained the intent of the accessory structure, built for his
daughter, and exhibited a collection of cartoon strips by Mr. Fox that Mr.
McKinney explained was the inspiration behind the building of the
structure. Mr. McKinney continued to address the issue of the structure in
great detail and then returned the floor to Ms. Henderson.
Ms. Jamison opened the floor to public comment.
John Bennett, representing the "Progressive Residence of Delray"
(PROD) addressed the Board. Mr. Bennett voiced his concern that the
structure was built without permits and that he was not in favor of the
structure remaining on the property. It had been previously stated that the
structure could not be viewed from the right-of-way due to the excessive
landscaping, Mr. Bennett entered into record photos showing views from
the beach and adjacent property to the east where the accessory structure
was in full view. Further, Mr. Bennett presented a copy of an
advertisement printed off the internet, pertaining to the sale of the property
with the accessory structure. Mr. Bennett noted that he did not
understand how the Board could make any type of decision without the
plans and specifications of the accessory structure. Mr. Bennett then
stepped down.
Joan Beer then addressed the Board and voiced her opposition to the
accessory structure.
Kevin Warner, on behalf of the "Beach Property Owners Association,
spoke. Mr. Warner pointed out that the permit process and the Land
Development Regulations were not adhered to in the construction of the
accessory structure.
Alice Finst, a former Historic Preservation Board member, commented
that the "tree house" distracts from the original house. Ms. Finst
suggested that plans and specs be submitted before a decision is made.
Vera Farrington stated that a total lack of respect for the Historic
Preservation Board and the City of Delray was shown by Mr. McKinney in
the fact that no COA or permits were submitted prior to the construction of
the structure.
Ms. Jamison then allowed Ms. Henderson to conclude with her
explanation of the structure's construction process.
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After considerable Board discussion, it was moved by Mr. Branning, to
approve the COA for the accessory structure located on the property at
610 N. Ocean Boulevard based upon positive findings with respect to LDR
Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(7) & (E)(8)(a-k), the Delray Beach Design
Guidelines, Objective A-10, Policy A-10.1 of the Housing Element, and
Objective C-1 of the Coastal Management Element in the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation. There was no second.
Ms. McDermott then made the motion to table the COA until plans and
specifications were submitted by Mr. McKinney for Board review and
approval. Mr. Keavney seconded the motion and it was approved 5-1
(with Mr. Branning dissenting).
Ms. Jamison asked that staff try to inquire about who did the plumbing and
electrical work and that they should be held accountable for doing the
work without a permit. It was then determined that this item was to come
back before the Board during the 1st meeting in July, which was scheduled
for July 10th due to the Fourth of July holiday.
At this point the Board chose to take a 10 minute break.
After 10 minutes the Board reconvened.
IV. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:
A. O'Neal House, 910 NE 2nd Avenue, Designation of an Individually Listed
Historic Property, Jack Frysinger, Authorized Agent.
The action requested of the Board is to review the designation report for
the O'Neal House as an individually listed historic property and to set a
date for the public hearing.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison acknowledged Scott Christensen of the Seacrest
Neighborhood Association, who then addressed the Board. Mr.
Christensen explained some of the Jack Frysinger's future plans
associated with this property and voiced full support of the designation for
the O'Neal House.
It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Ms. Sloan, and passed 6-0
to set June 19, 2002 as the required Public Hearing Date for this property.
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B. Seaboard Airline Railroad Depot, 80 Depot Road, Individually Designated
Historic Site, National Register listed site, Aldo Conigliaro, President of
Atlantic Group Holdings, Inc.
The item before the Board is the recommendation to the Planning and
Zoning Board regarding a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment from
GC (General Commercial, in part) and CMR (Commerce, in part) to CMR
(Commerce), Rezoning from GC (General Commercial, in part) and MIC
(Mixed Industrial and Commercial, in part) to MIC (Mixed Industrial and
Commercial), and a Conditional Use for the establishment of a stone
cutting facility involving the cutting and polishing of granite and marble
slabs.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison then acknowledged the authorized representative, Guy
Paterra of The Atlantic Group Holdings Corporation. Mr. Paterra
explained how the new business is being proposed to co-exist with the
historic nature of the Old Train Depot.
Mr. Branning and Ms. Sloan then stated their concern with use of the high
impact of stone cutting on the building and the method of screening to be
used for any exterior work and/or storage.
Ms. Shay confirmed that the Site Plan approval would have to come back
before the Board for their review and approval of the project and that any
concern regarding labor and storage on the property could be addressed
at that time. At this time, the Board is only to make a recommendation to
the Planning & Zoning Board regarding the FLUM Amendment and the
Conditional Use.
After considerable Board discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott,
seconded by Ms. Elliott and approved 6-0 to support the recommendation
of the FLUM Amendment from GC (General Commercial in part) and
Commerce in part to Commerce, Rezoning from GC (General Commercial
in part) and MIC (Mixed Industrial and Commercial in part) to MIC and
Conditional Use for Natural Stone Fabrication, subject to the following:
1) That the submission of a site plan modification application to
address landscaping, parking and dumpster enclosure screening
be required and that any outdoor storage be included with the site
plan modification and screened in a manner acceptable to HPB.
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V. REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Public Comments:
John Bennett addressed the Board making the comment that small
beach cottages are being lost and suggested that the Board might
explore the idea of considering guest cottages to be allowed in
excess of 700 sq. ft., the maximum sq. ft for guest cottages permitted
at this time.
Reports from Historic District Representatives:
Ms. Elliott inquired about work being done at Winston Condos, 137
S. Swinton Avenue. Ms. Shay was not aware of any issues at this
address but commented that the work being done was'approved
through the HPB Board and if there is an issue, Code Enforcement
may need to be contacted.
Ms. Jamison made note that the Del lda/Seacrest project is winding
down.
At this point Ms. Alieda Riley was permitted to address the Board
Ms. Riley was proud to announce that the Sandoway House was recently
listed in the National Resister of Historic Places.
Board Members:
Mr. Branning was welcomed and commented that he was happy to be
one of the Board Members.
Ms. Jamison voiced concern about the Fine Building on NE 3rd Street.
At the time of approval for this project the owner was required to install
sidewalks after the Del Ida/Seacrest project was finished. This has not
yet been done and Ms. Jamison was also concerned that the sign for
the building was not approved. Ms. Shay assured the Chair that the
matter would be attended to.
Jillian Wilkins, citizen of Delray, relayed her concerns about the speed
bumps in the area of 3rd street.
Staff:
Ms. Shay asked the Board if they would like to reschedule the July 3rd
meeting to July 10th due to the holiday weekend and scheduling
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conflicts. It was agreed by the Board to have back to back July
meetings on July 10th and July 17th
Ms. Jamison recognized that July 10th would then be the official date
that the Fontaine Fox accessory structure is to be brought back before
the Board.
VI. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:37
P.M.
The information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for
June 5, 2002, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on
August 7, 2002.
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.
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AGENDA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
Meeting Date: June 5, 2002
Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting *REVISED*
Location: First Floor Conference Room
Time: 6:00 P.M.
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. Pursuant to F.S.286.0105.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• September 5, 2001
• September 19, 2001
■ January 2, 2002
• January 16, 2002
■ April 3, 2002
• April 17, 2002
• May 1, 2002
III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS
A. Fischer Properties, Old School Square Historic District, 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue,
Michelle Balfoort, Authorized Agent.
Re-consideration of the COA for the installation of copper roofing.
B. Fontaine Fox House, Individually Listed Historic Property, 610 N. Ocean Boulevard,
Rebecca Henderson, Authorized Agent.
Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an existing tree house.
IV. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS
A. O'Neal House, 910 NE 2nd Avenue, Jack Frysinger, Authorized Agent.
Review the Designation Report for a c. 1926 Mediterranean-Revival house for listing
in the Local Register of Historic Places and set the Public Hearing Date for June 19,
2002.
B. Natural Stone Fabrication, 80 Depot Avenue (Old Train Station), Historic Depot
Square designation, The Atlantic Group Holdings Corporation, Owner
HPB Meeting
June 5,2002
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Recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Board regarding a request for a
Future Land Use Map amendment from GC (General Commercial) to CMR
(Commerce), a Rezoning from GC (General Commercial) to MIC (Mixed
Industrial and Commercial), and a Conditional Use request to allow the
establishment of a stone cutting business at the old train station.
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: May 31, 2002
MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
PUBLIC HEARING
MEETING DATE: June 5, 2002
LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
I. ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order by the Chairperson at 6:00 P.M. Upon roll call it
was determined that a quorum was present.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Lou Jamison, Gail-Lee McDermott, Gloria Elliott,
Donnamarie Sloan, James Keavney, William
Branning (Arrived 6:10)
MEMBER ABSENT: Ronda Sexton
STAFF PRESENT: Wendy Shay, and Debra Garcia
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of September 5, 2001, September 19,
2001, January 2, 2002, January 16, 2002, and April 2, 2002 were before the
Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott moved to approve the minutes as
presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Elliott and passed 6-0.
III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS:
A. Fisher Properties, 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue, Old School square Historic
District, Michelle Balfoort, Authorized Agent.
Item Before the Board: The item before the Board is the re-consideration
of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement of the existing
shingle roofs for the contributing structures at 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue
with standing seam copper and copper shingle roofs, pursuant to LDR
Section 2.4.6(J).
Ms. Jamison asked that Mr. Fisher's name be spelled correctly. Ms. Shay
acknowledged the request and assured the Chair that the matter would be
attended to.
Mr. Branning arrived at the meeting.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report and reviewed the Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation
pertaining to in-kind replacement of materials on historic buildings.
Ms. Jamison then opened the floor for the Authorized Agent to speak.
Michelle Balfoort introduced John Szerdi and Robert Smithers of Dharma
Holdings who then addressed the Board.
John Szerdi spoke in support of the cooper roofs on the Fisher Properties.
Mr. Szerdi then introduced Mr. Smithers, Chief Financial Officer of
Dharma Holdings who further supported the use of copper roofs and made
the argument that it was a financial necessity to allow cooper roofs on
these historic buildings. A letter addressed to Ms. Jamison was then
given to the Board for review by Mr. Smithers and read aloud(attached).
After much Board discussion, it was moved by Mr. Branning, seconded by
Ms. McDermott and passed 5-1 (Ms. Jamison dissenting) to approve the
COA for the Fisher Properties, based upon positive findings with respect
to Objective A-4 of the City's Comp Plan, LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4),
(E)(8)(c), 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 cooper roofs be cooper shingle roofs.
B. Fontaine Fox Historic House Site, 610 N. Ocean Boulevard, Individually
Designated Site, Rebecca Henderson, Authorized Agent.
Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is consideration of a
COA for an accessory structure ("tree house") at 610 N. Ocean Boulevard
also known as the Fontaine Fox House, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J).
The applicant is seeking approval of a pre-existing "tree house" that was
constructed last year. The free standing, accessory structure is currently
located east of the historic main dwelling along the front facade.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison then opened the floor for the Authorized Agent to speak. Ms.
Henderson addressed the Board and reviewed the dimensions of the
accessory structure and gave a brief overview of the project. Ms.
Henderson then exhibited to the Board pictures of other types of
architectural designs by John Volk, who designed the Fontaine Fox
House, arguing that the accessory structure is in keeping with the Cape
Cod architectural style of the historic dwelling. Photos showing different
views of the structure (attached) were also presented to the Board.
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Ms. Henderson then introduced Robin Byrd, who then addressed the
Board. Mr. Byrd submitted a letter to the Board (attached) voicing his
opinion in favor of the existing structure.
Frank McKinney (owner) then stepped forward to address the Board. Mr.
McKinney explained the intent of the accessory structure, built for his
daughter, and exhibited a collection of cartoon strips by Mr. Fox that Mr.
McKinney explained was the inspiration behind the building of the
structure. Mr. McKinney continued to address the issue of the structure in
great detail and then returned the floor to Ms. Henderson.
Ms. Jamison opened the floor to public comment.
John Bennett, representing the "Progressive Residence of Delray"
(PROD) addressed the Board. Mr. Bennett voiced his concern that the
structure was built without permits and that he was not in favor of the
structure remaining on the property. It had been previously stated that the
structure could not be viewed from the right-of-way due to the excessive
landscaping, Mr. Bennett entered into record photos showing views from
the beach and adjacent property to the east where the accessory structure
was in full view. Further, Mr. Bennett presented a copy of an
advertisement printed off the internet, pertaining to the sale of the property
with the accessory structure. Mr. Bennett noted that he did not
understand how the Board could make any type of decision without the
plans and specifications of the accessory structure. Mr. Bennett then
stepped down.
Joan Beer then addressed the Board and voiced her opposition to the
accessory structure.
Kevin Warner, on behalf of the "Beach Property Owners Association,
spoke. Mr. Warner pointed out that the permit process and the Land
Development Regulations were not adhered to in the construction of the
accessory structure.
Alice Finst, a former Historic Preservation Board member, commented
that the "tree house" distracts from the original house. Ms. Finst
suggested that plans and specs be submitted before a decision is made.
Vera Farrington stated that a total lack of respect for the Historic
Preservation Board and the City of Delray was shown by Mr. McKinney in
the fact that no COA or permits were submitted prior to the construction of
the structure.
Ms. Jamison then allowed Ms. Henderson to conclude with her
explanation of the structure's construction process.
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After considerable Board discussion, it was moved by Mr. Branning, to
approve the COA for the accessory structure located on the property at
610 N. Ocean Boulevard based upon positive findings with respect to LDR
Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(7) & (E)(8)(a-k), the Delray Beach Design
Guidelines, Objective A-10, Policy A-10.1 of the Housing Element, and
Objective C-1 of the Coastal Management Element in the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation. There was no second.
Ms. McDermott then made the motion to table the COA until plans and
specifications were submitted by Mr. McKinney for Board review and
approval. Mr. Keavney seconded the motion and it was approved 5-1
(with Mr. Branning dissenting).
Ms. Jamison asked that staff try to inquire about who did the plumbing and
electrical work and that they should be held accountable for doing the
work without a permit. It was then determined that this item was to come
back before the Board during the 1st meeting in July, which was scheduled
for July 10th due to the Fourth of July holiday.
At this point the Board chose to take a 10 minute break.
After 10 minutes the Board reconvened.
IV. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS:
A. O'Neal House, 910 NE 2nd Avenue, Designation of an Individually Listed
Historic Property, Jack Frysinger, Authorized Agent.
The action requested of the Board is to review the designation report for
the O'Neal House as an individually listed historic property and to set a
date for the public hearing.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison acknowledged Scott Christensen of the Seacrest
Neighborhood Association, who then addressed the Board. Mr.
Christensen explained some of the Jack Frysinger's future plans
associated with this property and voiced full support of the designation for
the O'Neal House.
It was moved by Ms. McDermott, seconded by Ms. Sloan, and passed 6-0
to set June 19, 2002 as the required Public Hearing Date for this property.
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B. Seaboard Airline Railroad Depot, 80 Depot Road, Individually Designated
Historic Site, National Register listed site, Aldo Conigliaro, President of
Atlantic Group Holdings, Inc.
The item before the Board is the recommendation to the Planning and
Zoning Board regarding a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment from
GC (General Commercial, in part) and CMR (Commerce, in part) to CMR
(Commerce), Rezoning from GC (General Commercial, in part) and MIC
(Mixed Industrial and Commercial, in part) to MIC (Mixed Industrial and
Commercial), and a Conditional Use for the establishment of a stone
cutting facility involving the cutting and polishing of granite and marble
slabs.
Ms. Shay presented the item to the Board through the review of the staff
report.
Ms. Jamison then acknowledged the authorized representative, Guy
Paterra of The Atlantic Group Holdings Corporation. Mr. Paterra
explained how the new business is being proposed to co-exist with the
historic nature of the Old Train Depot.
Mr. Branning and Ms. Sloan then stated their concern with use of the high
impact of stone cutting on the building and the method of screening to be
used for any exterior work and/or storage.
Ms. Shay confirmed that the Site Plan approval would have to come back
before the Board for their review and approval of the project and that any
concern regarding labor and storage on the property could be addressed
at that time. At this time, the Board is only to make a recommendation to
the Planning & Zoning Board regarding the FLUM Amendment and the
Conditional Use.
After considerable Board discussion, it was moved by Ms. McDermott,
seconded by Ms. Elliott and approved 6-0 to support the recommendation
of the FLUM Amendment from GC (General Commercial in part) and
Commerce in part to Commerce, Rezoning from GC (General Commercial
in part) and MIC (Mixed Industrial and Commercial in part) to MIC and
Conditional Use for Natural Stone Fabrication, subject to the following:
1) That the submission of a site plan modification application to
address landscaping, parking and dumpster enclosure screening
be required and that any outdoor storage be included with the site
plan modification and screened in a manner acceptable to HPB.
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IV. REPORTS AND COMMENTS
B. Public Comments:
John Bennett addressed the Board making the comment that small
beach cottages are being lost and suggested that the Board might
explore the idea of considering guest cottages to be allowed in
excess of 700 sq. ft., the maximum sq. ft for guest cottages permitted
at this time.
C. Reports from Historic District Representatives:
Ms. Elliott inquired about work being done at Winston Condos, 137
S. Swinton Avenue. Ms. Shay was not aware of any issues at this
address but commented that the work being done was approved
through the HPB Board and if there is an issue, Code Enforcement
may need to be contacted.
Ms. Jamison made note that the Del Ida/Seacrest project is winding
down.
At this point Ms. Alieda Riley was permitted to address the Board
Ms. Riley was proud to announce that the Sandoway House was recently
listed in the National Resister of Historic Places.
C. Board Members:
Mr. Branning was welcomed and commented that he was happy to be
one of the Board Members.
Ms. Jamison voiced concern about the Fine Building on NE 3rd Street.
At the time of approval for this project the owner was required to install
sidewalks after the Del Ida/Seacrest project was finished. This has not
yet been done and Ms. Jamison was also concerned that the sign for
the building was not approved. Ms. Shay assured the Chair that the
matter would be attended to.
Jillian Wilkins, citizen of Delray, relayed her concerns about the speed
bumps in the area of 3rd street.
D. Staff:
Ms. Shay asked the Board if they would like to reschedule the July Bid
meeting to July 10th due to the holiday weekend and scheduling
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conflicts. It was agreed by the Board to have back to back July
meetings on July 10m and July 17th.
Ms. Jamison recognized that July 10th would then be the official date
that the Fontaine Fox accessory structure is to be brought back before
the Board.
V. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:37
P.M.
The information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for
June 5, 2002, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on
August 7, 2002.
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.
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- HPB Minutes 06/05/02
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEMORANDUM STAFF REPORT
Agent: Michelle Balfoort
Project Name: 27-43 S. Swinton Avenue
Project Location: South Swinton Avenue between Atlantic Avenue and SE 1st
Street
ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD
The item before the Board is the re-consideration of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the
replacement of the existing shingle roofs for the contributing structures at 27-43 S. Swinton
Avenue with standing seam copper and copper shingle roofs, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J).
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Background
The subject property consists of four, frame vernacular single family homes located on Lots 11-
15, Block 69, Town of Delray, and contains 0.74 acres.
The contributing historic structures, located at 27, 31, 35, and 43 S. Swinton Avenue are good
examples of frame vernacular architecture. All four single family residences were constructed in
1937 and retain their historic integrity. A site plan approval request was submitted to convert the
structures from residential to commercial use (office, retail, restaurant), which was approved by
the Board during its meeting on March 20, 2002.
In conjunction with the site plan, the Historic Preservation Board approved the removal of the
existing shingle roofing for the four structures affiliated with the Fischer Properties and approved
the installation of an alternative material to the proposed standing seam copper and copper
shingle roofing. The approval was for the installation of a more appropriate historic roofing
material such as wood shingles, standing seam metal, or metal shingles.
The applicant has submitted a new COA application and is now before the Board for re-
consideration of the proposed copper roofing material.
Design Elements Analysis
LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), Section 4.5.1(E)(8)(c), and (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:
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 to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, as amended from time
to time.
Meeting Date: June 5, 2002
Agenda Item: III.A.
HPB Staff Report
Fischer Properties—Reconsideration of roofing material
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All improvements 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, and color of the façade of a building in association with the
predominant material used in surrounding historic sites and structures within the historic district.
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation states:
The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic
materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided.
Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of
deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in
design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials.
Conclusion
No new information has been submitted by the applicant which supports the use of copper
roofs. Copper roofing was not historically prevalent in the area and should be used sparingly
and preferably limited to new construction. Numerous recently rehabilitated or newly constructed
buildings display copper roofs in the area, adjacent to the Fischer Properties. Structures such as
the Sundy House, Rectory Square, the Snyder Residence, 20 S. Swinton, and the proposed
Sundy Harvest property, and several other structures all located within a two block area of one
another display copper roofs, either standing seam or shingle, with a patina coating (see map).
As copper roofing was not a prevalent material in the historic district or the neighborhood, a
more suitable, complimentary material for the roofs should be introduced such as wood
shingles, metal shingles or standing seam metal. It is inappropriate with respect to the Delray
Beach Design Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation to
continue with the use of this material. A variety of materials should be chosen and varied
throughout the four structures. A material such as Permashake which simulates the wood grain
finish of wood shingles but is constructed of metal panels would be a historically accurate fabric
and a cost effective alternative to standard wood shakes. Further, alternatives such as diamond
or fish scale shingles constructed of pre-painted aluminum would provide the look of patterned
shingles with the durability and cost to suit the needs of the project.
In order to retain the look, character, and feel of the Old School Square Historic District, new
construction and the rehabilitation of historic structures must be kept compatible and historically
accurate with the use of historically appropriate materials. Historic photos of the area and data
compiled in surveys within the last fourteen years historically show the use of wood shingles and
standing seam metal or metal shingles. A more appropriate alternative from the proposed
copper roofing should be chosen for historical accuracy and to ensure that the buildings are
rehabilitated consistently with Objective A-4 of the City's Comprehensive Plan, LDR Section
4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(8)(c), and (E)(8)(g), the City Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the
Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS
A. Continue with direction.
HPB Staff Report
Fischer Properties—Reconsideration of roofing material
Page 3
B. Approve the COA for the Fischer Properties, based upon positive findings with respect to
Objective A-4 of the City's Comprehensive Plan, LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(8)(c), and
(E)(8)(g), and the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for Rehabilitation, subject to the installation of a compatible historic roofing
material such as standing seam or metal shingles or wood shingles, or a comparable
material that resembles wood shingles.
C. Approve the COA for Fischer Properties, based upon positive findings for the installation of
copper roofing material with respect to Objective A-4 of the City's Comprehensive Plan, LDR
Sections 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(8)(c), and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
D. Deny the COA for Fischer Properties, based upon failure positive findings for the
installation of copper roofing material with respect to Objective A-4 of the City's
Comprehensive Plan, LDR Sections 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(8)(c), and (E)(8)(g), the Delray Beach
Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the COA for the Fischer Properties, based upon positive findings with respect to
Objective A-4 of the City's Comp Plan, LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(8)(c), 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 roof be composed of a compatible historic roofing material such as standing seam
metal, metal shingles, wood shingles, or a comparable material that resembles wood
shingles.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION MEMORANDUM STAFF REPORT
Agent: Rebecca Henderson
Project Name: Fontaine Fox Tree House
Project Location: 610 N. Ocean Boulevard
ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD
The item before the Board is consideration of a COA for a "tree house" at 610 N. Ocean
Boulevard also known as the Fontaine Fox House, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J).
BACKGROUND
The property at 610 N. Ocean Boulevard consists of Lots 2 and 3 of the Ocean Apple
Estates Plat. The property is located approximately 900' south of George Bush
Boulevard between Andrews Avenue and N. Ocean Boulevard. Associated with the
property is a 1,184 square foot Cape Cod cottage, which was constructed in 1936 of
Florida cypress. Inspired by the trolley made famous in Fontaine Fox's "Toonerville
Trolley" cartoon strips, the Cape Cod style cottage is located on Lot 2. The lot also
contains three outbuildings, one of which is a free-standing "tree house." The following
are the most recent land use actions relating to the property:
During its meeting on March 6, 2002, the Historic Preservation Board recommended
approval of a modification of Ordinance 70-89, which applied the historic designation to
the Fontaine Fox property. The applicant requested an amendment to the historic
designation to remove the designation from a portion of the property and to
accommodate four buildable lots to the west of the extant historic structure. The Board
recommended to the City Commission approval with reduction of the requested lot
configuration to three lots and the retention of the historic designation per Ordinance 70-
89.
The amendment request was reviewed by the City Commission on March 19, 2002 and
May 7, 2002. Second reading of the ordinance is pending.
In 2001, the applicant constructed a free-standing "tree house" in front of the historic
Fontaine Fox house. Due to the fact that a building permit is not typically required for
the construction of a tree house, no permit or prior HPB approval was sought. However,
the structure is more elaborate and detailed than a typical tree house being free-
standing (similar to a guest cottage) and is therefore considered an outbuilding which
requires Board approval. As such, the applicant is required to obtain a building permit
and now seeks approval of a COA from the Board.
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Individually Listed Property
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION I ANALYSIS
Project Description
The applicant is seeking approval of a pre-existing "tree house" that was constructed
last year. The "tree house" is currently located east of the historic main dwelling along
the front facade. The tree house is supported by four large wood posts and contains a
wood staircase that leads from ground level to the main entrance. The free-standing
structure measures 10'x12' and is approximately 23' high. The structure is built of frame
construction with a wood shingle exterior intended to match the extant historic home
and displays a gable roof with wood shakes, a balcony, electricity, plumbing and is
connected to the main dwelling via a rope bridge. Dense landscaping includes sea
grape trees which surround both the perimeter of the property and the structure.
Analysis
Development Standards
LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(7), and (E)(8)(a-k) "Development Standards" provides
guidelines in evaluating Certificates of Appropriateness for the alteration or
addition of exterior architectural features. The applicable standards 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)(7) The construction of new buildings or structures, or the relocation, alteration,
reconstruction, or major repair or maintenance of a non-contributing building or
structure within a designated historic district shall meet the same compatibility
standards as any material change in the exterior appearance of an existing
non-contributing building. Any material change in the exterior appearance if
any existing non-contributing building, structure, or appurtenance in a
designated historic district shall be generally compatible with the form,
proportion, mass, configuration, building material, texture, color, and location
of historic buildings, structures, or sites adjoining or reasonably approximate to
the non-contributing building, structure, or site.
(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 materials, texture, and color of the
façade of a building in association with the predominant material used in
surrounding historic sites and structures within the historic district.
Based on LDR Section 4.5.1 (E)(8)(a-k), the "tree house" must meet requirements in
relation to height, proportion of the front façade, proportion to openings, rhythm of solids
to voids, entrance and porch projections, relationship to materials, colors, and textures,
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roof shapes, scale and orientation (see appendix A for a detailed list). Currently, the
structure does display a continuity of design in relation to fabric, texture, color, roof
shape, solids to voids, and massing. However, in order to ensure compatibility with the
extant historic structure, the height, scale, orientation, and location must be re-
evaluated.
Delray Beach Design Guidelines
Section IV. New Additions to Historic Buildings
Locating the appendage [to a structure] at the rear or an inconspicuous side and limiting
the size and scale in relationship to the existing structure is essential. If new additions
such as balconies are being considered, they should be on non-character defining
elevations. Additional levels should be set back from the existing structure wall plane,
and be placed as not to radically alter the historic appearance of the building.
Secretary of the Interior's Standards (Department of the Interior regulations,
36CFR Part 671
Building Sites
Non-significant buildings, additions, or site features should be removed which detract
from the historic character of the site.
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 historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of
historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall
be avoided.
Comprehensive Plan
Objective A-10-Housing Element
The City shall support the conservation and rehabilitation of historically significant
housing, especially where such housing is an identifying characteristic of a particular
neighborhood.
Policy A-10.1-Housing Element
This objective will be implemented in accordance with standards and criteria of Section
4.5.1 of the land development Regulations, Historic Preservation Sites and Districts.
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Objective C-1-Coastal Management Element
The retention, rehabilitation, and protection of historic resources as provided for in the
City's Historic preservation Ordinance shall continue to be applied in the Coastal
Management Planning Area.
Conclusion
As required by the development standards, the design of the "tree house" is in keeping
with the Cape Cod style cottage of the extant historic dwelling with its natural frame
construction with clapboard siding, gable roof, and modest detailing. However, the scale
and size of the structure, as well as its location in front of the extant house, is out of
character and obstructs a significant portion of the historic cottage. Although dense
foliage and landscaping make it difficult to view the extant main dwelling and associated
tree house from the right-of-way, the current location of the tree house is less than
desirable. Further, the existing vegetation can be altered or removed in the future to
make the additional structure more visible and the retention of the vegetation cannot be
ensured in the future. Therefore, to ensure compliance with the Secretary of the
Interior's Standards, the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and Objective A-10, Policy A-
10.1 of the Housing Element, and Objective C-1 of the Coastal Management Element in
the City's Comprehensive Plan, the structure should be relocated from the east
elevation, in front of the structure and the rope bridge should be removed altogether.
The tree house should be razed or relocated to the far north or west side of the property
ensuring that no architectural attributes of the front façade of the historic structure are in
any way obscured.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS.
A. Continue with direction.
B. Approve 2002-164-COA-HPB for a tree house at 610 N. Ocean Blvd, the Fontaine
Fox House, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4),
(E)(7) & (E)(8)(a-k), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, Objective A-10, Policy A-
10.1 of the Housing Element, and Objective C-1 of the Coastal Management
Element in the City's Comprehensive Plan, and the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards subject to conditions.
C. Deny approval of 2002-164-COA-HPB for a tree house at 610 N. Ocean Blvd, the
Fontaine Fox House, based on a failure to find positive findings with respect to
LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(7) & (E)(8)(a-k), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines,
Objective A-10, Policy A-10.1 of the Housing Element, and Objective C-1 of the
Coastal Management Element in the City's Comprehensive Plan, and the Secretary
of the Interior's Standards with the basis stated.
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RECOMMENDATION
Approve the COA for the tree house located on the property at 610 N. Ocean Boulevard
based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E)(4), (E)(7) & (E)(8)(a-
k), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, Objective A-10, Policy A-10.1 of the Housing
Element, and Objective C-1 of the Coastal Management Element in the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards subject to the
following condition:
1) Relocate the tree house from the east elevation of the front façade of the extant
historic structure to the north side of the property, or to the west elevation, behind
the historic dwelling.
Attachments: Survey, Photos
Report Prepared by:Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner
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STAFF REPORT
Project Name: O'Neal House, 910 NE 2"d Avenue
Historic designation report for an individual property
Russell & Judy Greene, Owners
ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD
The action requested of the Board is to review the designation report for the
O'Neal House and to set a date for the public hearing.
BACKGROUND
The owner has proposed to designate the subject property to the Local Register
of Historic Places. With the exception of the date of construction and historical
background about the contributions of the O'Neal family, there is only speculation
as to the builder/architect. The authorized agent has completed all of the
research on the building and the O'Neal family and has prepared the designation
report. The report contains, at a minimum, sufficient information to conform to
the criteria stated in LDR Section 4.5.1(B)(2)(a), Is associated in a significant way
with the life or activities of a major person important in city, state, or national
history; LDR Section 4.5.1(B)(3)(a), Portrays the environment in an era of history
characterized by one or more distinctive architectural styles; and, LDR Section
4.5.1(B)(3)(b), Embodies those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural
style, period, or method of construction.
To qualify as an historic site the property must fulfill only one of the criteria set
forth in Section 4.5.1(B)(2) or (3). Designating the Mediterranean-Revival style
residence (c. 1926) as historic will help preserve the character of the structure
and to promote the retention of surrounding historic properties just north of the
Del-Ida Park Historic District.
RECOMMENDATION
Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(C)(4), Designation Procedures, after formally
reviewing the designation report, set a date for the required public hearing for the
HPB meeting of June 19, 2002.
Meeting Date: June 5,2002
Agenda Item: IV.A.
DESIGNATION REPORT
5. E. O'NEAL HOUSE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
O'NEAL HOUSE
910 N.E. 2ND AVENUE
DESIGNATION REPORT
O'NEAL HOUSE
Table of Contents
I. General Information
II. Location Map
III. Architectural Significance
IV. & V. Historical and Cultural Significance
VI. Statement of Significance
VII. Bibliography and Sources
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Location: 910 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach
Palm Beach County, Florida
Date of Construction: Unknown. Prior to 1926
Architect: Unknown
Builder: Probably Fred Link
Present Owner: Russell and Judy Greene of the same address
Present Use: Residential
Present Zoning: R 1-AA
Legal Description: Lots 1, 2, 3, 28 & 29, Block 10, Dell Park,
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, PB 8, Pg 56
Property Control
Number: 12 43 46 09 28 010 0010
Classification for
Designation: Architectural
III. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE
The O'Neal house portrays the environment of 1920's architecture in Delray
Beach. It is built of wood frame construction and embodies the distinguishing
characteristics of the Mediterranean Revival style reflecting both the design
and craftsmanship of that style.
In the opinion of Sam Ogren, Jr, son of famed local architect Samuel Ogren,
along with statements from several others from old Delray families, evidence
strongly indicates that this home was the work of Fred Link, a prominent local
builder circa 1926 in Delray Beach.
Research of Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, indicate that in 1920 there was no
survey of the Del-Ida plat. However, the 1926 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map
does show the Dell Park plat adjacent to and north of the Del- Ida plat. The
O'Neal house and garage are included on the 1926 map. Therefore, one can
conclude the O'Neal House was constructed subsequent to 1920 and prior to
the 1926 Sanborn survey.
The O'Neal house is located at 910 NE 2nd Avenue and lies between N.E. 9th
Street and N.E. 10th Street, on the west side of N.E. 2nd Avenue.
Constructed in the early to mid 1920's and designed by an unknown architect,
the building is a good example of the Mediterranean Revival style which was
popular in Delray Beach during the Florida Boom of the 1920's and can still be
seen throughout the neighboring Del-Ida Historic District today.
The house conforms almost exactly to the features characteristic of the
Mediterranean Revival style as described in the Delray Beach Design
Guidelines (1). The Mediterranean Revival style is characterized by one and
two story structures with stucco finish, wood, stone and concrete accents and
multi-rank asymmetrical facade massing. Multi-plane cross gabled roofs are
often combined with pitched shed roofs most of which are covered in clay
barrel tile. Windows are multi-paned double or single hung sash, or casements.
Arched windows are found above windows and door openings (1) often
accented with carved stonework, columns or pilasters. Elaborate chimney caps,
usually topped with barrel tile and functional or decorative balconies are
characteristic of the style.
While basically rectangular in form, the O'Neal House emphasizes the
asymmetric massing of the Mediterranean Revival style with two different
planes on the front elevation, additionally the three different roof heights
and styles contribute to the typical asymmetric façade massing. (1)
Of particular architectural interest is the entrance to the home which
displays a large paneled pecky cypress wood door with a Greek-inspired, high-
relief concrete surround and topped by a projecting cornice and brackets. It
is featured in Delray Beach Design Guidelines, 1990, see page 36, "Original
entrances display pride in place."
On the first floor front façade a shed barrel terra-cotta tile roof covers the
sunroom/porch. On the second floor, the master bedroom suite is covered by
a high pitched front-facing gable roof with roof vent covered with asphalt
shingles which is believed to have replaced the original barrel terra-cotta tile.
The roof line and gable eaves display the original style of barrel tiles. Behind
the second story, which covers less than half of the first floor, is a parapet
surrounding a built-up, flat roof. The southwest corner of the parapet
reflects a decorative step.
The walls of the house are finished in smooth stucco. The wood framed
windows are either single or double hung sash with a 6/1 or 4/1 light
configuration. All windows display deep sills. The windows on the front façade
in the first floor sunroom are tall casements topped with fanlights along all
three sides of the sunroom/porch. They are all presently covered with metal-
louvered awning shutters which were on the house when purchased by the
present owners in 1974.
The first floor contains four rooms plus a kitchen, bath, and a magnificent
sunroom; with the exception of the sunroom, all of the rooms are entered
from a large rectangular center hall. On entering the living room from the
front door, to the left is a curved staircase up to the second floor master
bedroom suite. Under the stairs, there is an arched top pecky cypress door
giving access to storage area under the stairs. To the right, in the living
room, is the working fireplace which is surrounded by a cut surface stone
façade without a mantle. The sunroom is entered from the right side living
room directly opposite the fireplace through double wood multi-paned French
doors. Upon entering the center hall, a large bedroom is to the left with
double closets, with fanlights to the front and one to the side of the house.
Presently there is a side entrance to this room on the south wall. Continuing
down the hall, is the third bedroom to the left with one closet and two large
windows offering wonderful light into the modest sized room. At the end of
the hall, there is a full bath complete with a large tub, toilet and sink.
Opposite the bedrooms, on the right side of the center hall, are entries into
the kitchen and dining room first, then the kitchen at the end of the hall. The
dining room has two large windows on the north wall of the house. A breakfast
nook can be found off the kitchen which has a large pantry on the back (west)
wall of the house and to the right of that is a laundry room which leads to the
back yard of the home. When taking the curved staircase to the second floor,
you will enter the bright and airy master bedroom suite with a full bath, a
dressing area and built-in closets to the back of the room facing the west.
There are three windows facing the front of the house and one facing the
west offering bright ample light and air circulation. The dressing area has a
door which leads you out to the flat roof over the kitchen, dining room and
bedrooms below.
All rooms, with the exception of the kitchen and bathrooms, still have the
original wood flooring. All window and door trim is of solid undecorated wood
stained a dark brown.
To the west of the main dwelling at the rear of the house, is a small,
detached, two car garage of frame construction covered with a rough
textured stucco exterior finish believed to have also been constructed circa
1926. The garage displays a flat roof with a parapet wall trimmed with barrel
terra cotta tile. Inside, the roof beams and exterior wall framing are
exposed. There are several windows covered with what appears to be the
original exterior wood window coverings. There are wood, double doors on
rollers that open from side to side on a metal rail. Originally, there was a
bathroom/wash area in the back corner of the garage which included a toilet.
The walls and door to this room are intact.
The house is unaltered with the exception of an addition to the second floor
master bedroom suite in 1941.
(1) betray Beach Design Guidelines, 1990, see page 36, "Original entrances
display pride in place."
IV and V. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY
The O'Neal family has an interesting and significant role in the history of
Delray Beach. Samuel Elliot (S. E.) O'Neal was the eldest of four brothers
who moved to Delray Beach from Fairfax County, South Carolina. As to time,
our best guess is approximately 1918, the conclusion of World War I. The
brothers and ages are as follows per Voter Registration records:
Name 1918 Age 1936 Age
Samuel Elliot 26 44
Theodore Mathew 24 42
H. Malcolm 15 33
Fred A. 14 32
The brothers were produce farmers west of Delray for a number of years and
gradually moved to town as the farm prospered.
5. E. O'Neal married Shirley Bradley in 1921. They purchased 910 N. E. 2nd
Avenue from Herbert Harrington on May 21, 1930. Shirley's sister, Ida
Bradley, held a trust deed on the property for $1,200, recorded April 21, 1931
until March 32, 1942.
S. E. and Shirley O'Neal had one son, Bradley O'Neal. Bradley was the first
Delray Beach resident to die in the armed forces in World War II. He was
killed during the Italian campaign in 1942. The local VFW Post is named in his
honor along with Alfred Priest, who was killed in the Pacific War Theatre.
Bradley bequeathed one-half of his serviceman's life insurance policy, in the
amount of $5,000, to the Delray Beach School Library. This was a significant
sum in 1942. He is included on the memorial of World War II deaths in
Veterans Park.
S. E. O'Neal died in 1970 of a heart attack while pruning the mango trees on
the 910 N. E. 2nd Avenue property. Shirley O'Neal died in 1973, and Russell
and Judy Greene purchased the property from her estate in 1974. They are
the present owners.
T. M. O'Neal, the next eldest brother, was listed in the 1920 Palm Beach
County directory as a garage owner in the town of Delray Beach. He later
entered the insurance business and maintained an office above Huber's
Drugstore, a city landmark. T. M. O'Neal was elected to the Delray Beach City
Council for a 2 year term starting in 1925. During his tenure, he was part of
the contract with Don Ross to build the City of Delray Beach Golf Course, the
contract to furnish power and light to the city of Boca Raton, and the sale of
the power and light plant to Florida Power and Light. He later became a Palm
Beach County Commissioner.
Fred A. O'Neal became a lawyer. The Delray Beach Historical Society has a
file of stock certificates and patents indicating he invested in several local
businesses.
In summary, the O'Neal family played a large role in the history of Delray
Beach.
VI. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE
The O'Neal house is significant for its architecture. It is a classic
Mediterranean Revival style with virtually all its' original exterior
architectural features intact. It is also believed to be built by Fred Link, a
well known 1920's builder.
The O'Neals were prominent figures in the 1920's city government and son
Bradley, significant in its history and institutions.
CRITERIA FOR DESIGNATION
To qualify as an historic site, the property must fulfill one or more of the
criteria set forth in Section 4.5.1 (B) (2) or (3) of the Land Development
Regulations. The O'Neal House fulfills four of the criteria of Section 4.5.1 (B)
(3) as follows:
Section 4.5.1 (B) (3)
(a) Portrays the environment in an era of history characterized by one or
more distinctive architectural styles:
The O'Neal House is an excellent example of the Mediterranean
Revival style which gained popularity throughout South Florida
during the 1920s.
(b) Embodies those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style,
period, or method of construction:
The major defining characteristics of the Mediterranean Revival
style are present in the O'Neal House. Moreover, most of the
defining exterior details and design elements remain on the
structure, making it all the more significant for future
generations to appreciate.
(c) Is an historic or outstanding work of a prominent architect, designer,
landscape architect, or builder:
The building is an historic example of the residential work
designed and executed by Fred Link, a Delray Beach builder.
(d) Contains elements of design, detail, material, or craftsmanship of
outstanding quality or which represented, in its time, a significant
innovation or adaptation to the South Florida environment.
The quality of the exterior ornamental elements such as the
decorative concrete door surround reflects artistry and
attention to detail reflective of that era.
4.5.1 (B) (2)
The O'Neals were significant contributors to the history of Delray Beach.
Bradley, son of S. E. O'Neal, known as a World War II fallen hero named on
the Veterans Park Memorial and namesake of our Local VRW.
T.M. O'Neal is an early city councilman, 1925, 1926, and his participation in the
development of the city's Don Ross designed golf course.
VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND SOURCES
Delray Beach Historical Society's file on Fred O'Neal
Building Cards, City of Delray Beach, Florida
Florida Master Site File Form, 910 N.E. 2nd Avenue, May 5, 1986
Delray Beach Historic Sites Survey, by John P. Johnson, Historic Palm Beach
County Preservation Board, July 1987
Delray Guidelines for Historic Places, A Preservation Manual, compiled by the
Historic Preservation Board, Delray Beach, 1990.
Registered Voters, 1936
Political History of Delray, 1951 Gladiola Festival
Palm Beach County Land Transfer Records
Oral History: Ernest Simon, Esq. Comments on Bradley O'Neal's school days
(contribution to Delray Beach School Library) and T. M. O'Neal
Oral History: VFW Priest/O'Neal Post members:
Comments by Buddy Sabo, Earl Owens and Donald Gibson
Oral history of Helen O'Neal, 2"d wife of Fred O'Neal
Oral history of Margaret O'Neal, wife of G. Allen O'Neal, a nephew of the four
O'Neal brothers, son of Gilmore O'Neal, a brother who did not move to Delray
Beach from Fairfax County, South Carolina. G. Allen O'Neal came to Delray
Beach and lived with S. E. and Shirley O'Neal after Bradley's death. He was in
the insurance business in Lake Worth and Trustee for Shirley O'Neal's estate.
Historic Designation Report prepared by Jack Frysinger and
Starr Deppe-Brigante.
A . ..
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEMORANDUM STAFF REPORT
Agent: The Atlantic Group Holdings Corporation
Project Name: Natural Stone Fabrication
Project Location: Northwest corner of Interstate Highway 95 and West
Atlantic Avenue (Train Depot— 80 Depot Avenue).
ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD
The item before the Board is that of making a recommendation to the Planning and
Zoning Board regarding a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment from GC
(General Commercial, in part) and CMR (Commerce, in part) to CMR (Commerce),
Rezoning from GC (General Commercial, in part) and MIC (Mixed Industrial and
Commercial, in part) to MIC (Mixed Industrial and Commercial), and a Conditional
Use for the establishment of a stone cutting facility involving the cutting and
polishing of granite and marble slabs.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The applicant proposes to convert the use of the train depot from the existing use
(furniture manufacturing and retail sales) to the fabrication of stone products and
accessory retail show room. The applicant has indicated that the proposed use will
operate completely within the existing building. The purpose for the FLUM amendment
and rezoning is that the boundaries of the FLUM and Zoning Map are unclear and to
provide the appropriate designations for the proposed use, which is allowed as a
conditional use in the MIC zoning district. The request is before the Board to make a
recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Board for the requested actions.
The condition of the property is substandard with respect to landscaping and screening
of the dumpster enclosures. If approved, a condition will be the submittal of a site plan
modification with upgrades to the site to meet current standards where feasible.
Furthermore, the existing parking area is in a state of disrepair and should be
resurfaced and restriped. Finally, a condition of approval is recommended that all
elements including storage occur within the existing building or that extensive screening
of outdoor storage areas is provided as part of the site plan modification. Following
consideration of the FLUM amendment, rezoning and conditional use, the site plan
modification would be considered by the Historic Preservation Board.
The property has access from Lake Ida Road and frontage on West Atlantic Avenue.
Due to its proximity to 1-95, access to West Atlantic Avenue cannot be granted by
Florida Department of Transportation. Because of this limitation on access and
surrounding industrial uses, the General Commercial designation of the property has
proved inappropriate. Therefore, staff recommends that the property be designated the
Meeting Date: June 5, 2002
Agenda Item: !V.B.
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HPB Memorandum Staff Report
Natural Stone Fabrication— FLUM Amendment, Rezoning and Conditional Use
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same as the adjacent properties to the north, east and west (across CSX Railroad right-
of-way).
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the FLUM Amendment from GC (General Commercial in part)
and Commerce in part to Commerce, Rezoning from GC (General Commercial in part)
and MIC (Mixed Industrial and Commercial in part) to MIC and Conditional Use for
Natural Stone Fabrication, subject to the submission of a site plan modification
application to address landscaping, parking and dumpster enclosure screening and that
any outdoor storage be included with the site plan modification and screened in a
manner acceptable to HPB.
Attachments:Approved Site Plan
Future Land Use Map
Zoning Map