Source: City of Miami Beach
Property

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DRB24-1014

4

6 STAR ISLAND DRIVE

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Proposal

Construction of a new two-story residence with an understory to replace an existing residence. The project includes multiple detached structures and requires several variances for understory requirements, elevator bulkhead height, driveway width, accessory structure height, fence height, and setbacks for existing structures.

From the Letter of Intent

A modern, uniquely designed two-story, single-family home with understory within the RS-1 zoning district on lots 4, 5, and 6 of Star Island. The property has a lot area of 120,000 square feet and is 300 feet wide by 400 feet deep.

  • Construction of new two-story single-family residence with understory
  • Renovation of three existing accessory structures for guest and staff quarters
  • Landscaping design with koi pond and water features
  • Pool and water features with terraces
  • Driveway construction with coral stone pavers on concrete slab
  • Installation of hurricane proof impact resistant windows
  • Stormwater retention systems
  • Cool pavement or porous pavement materials
Staff Recommendation
Approval of the design. Approval of Variances #1-7, #9-12. Denial of Variance #8.

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Multiple variance requests for understory enclosure and setbacks
  • Elevator bulkhead location and height variance
  • Fence height variance exceeding code requirements
  • Driveway width and front yard material variances
  • Retention of existing non-conforming structures
Project Details
Style Modern architectural style with curving volumes, lime stucco eaves, stone cladding, clear glazing, and wood-like aluminum cladding
Height 31'-0" flat roof (28'-6" from first habitable level)
Zoning RS-1
Lot Size 120,000 SF (2.75 acres)
Setbacks Front: 20'-0" (existing structures), Side: 8'-9½" north, 20'-4" south (existing structures)
Parking All parking provided within understory area, existing garages in retained structures
Applicant Brian L. Bilzin as Trustee under Trust No. 2401-3302-00
Architect Domo Architecture + Design
Existing Building
Year Built 4 Star Island-1947, 5 Star Island-1923, 6 Star Island-Unknown
Architect 4 Star Island-Carlos B. Schoeppl, 5 Star Island-Harry La Pointe, 6 Star Island-Unknown
Stories Two-story structures
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

09:00 AM

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