Source: City of Miami Beach
Property

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DRB24-1009

1691 MICHIGAN AVENUE

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting Design Review Approval for exterior design modifications to an existing six-story commercial building. The proposal includes a new limestone veneer 'skin' to clad the facades, vertical light sconces between glazing bands, removal of eyebrow details and replacement with alternating awnings and concrete planters, and perforated metal screening for the parking garage.

From the Letter of Intent

Façade renovation of 'The Lincoln' building to transform it from an aging office building into a 'Class X' office space that complements the character of Lincoln Road and 17th Street. The project includes limestone veneer treatment, decorative metal cladding, new lighting, and replacement of irregular planters with a cohesive design pattern.

  • Replace eyebrows above corner-facing windows with rounded awning at ground level and planters on upper levels
  • Apply limestone veneer treatment to stucco façade
  • Add light sconces with natural travertine cladding
  • Install decorative metal cladding and accent lighting to existing rounded parapet wall
  • Refinish garage façade with limestone veneer and light sconces
  • Install custom metal perforated screen on garage structure
  • Replace irregular planter pattern with regular pattern of limestone and metal screening
  • Install hurricane proof impact windows
  • Accent ground level storefronts with metal cladding
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Lighting plan not submitted
  • Water retention systems not provided
  • Cool pavement materials not utilized

Documents

Project Details
Style Contemporary renovation with limestone veneer cladding and horizontal window banding
Zoning CD-3 (Commercial, High Intensity) and GU (Government)
Lot Size 76,500 SF
Parking 709 parking spaces in five-story parking garage
Applicant RK RIVANI LLC
Architect BGA Architects
Existing Building
Year Built 1999
Stories 6
Meeting

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

09:00 AM

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