Property

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DRB24-1060

424 WEST DI LIDO DRIVE

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Proposal

The applicant is proposing to construct a new two-story residential home with an understory on DiLido Island that will replace an existing residence built in 1994. The project includes variances for filling portions of the understory and exceeding maximum fence/wall heights.

From the Letter of Intent

A new single-family residence designed to replace an existing 1994 residence, incorporating climate-resilient design principles with an understory level. The home is elevated to exceed flood safety standards with a finished floor elevation of +15'-6" NGVD and features terraced landscaping to create gradual elevation changes that integrate with the neighborhood.

  • Demolition of existing 1994 residence
  • Construction of new single-family residence with understory
  • Elevation of home to +15'-6" NGVD (BFE + 5' + 18")
  • Elevation of sea wall to +9'-3½" NGVD
  • Site elevation with varying terrace levels
  • Installation of operable impact-rated exterior doors and windows
  • Strategic placement of mechanical and electrical equipment above base flood elevation
  • Native, salt-tolerant landscaping with permeable pavement materials
  • Precast concrete breezeblock perimeter walls with minimum 50% openness ratio
  • Covered outdoor dining and cooking areas in understory
  • Garage and staircase to first habitable floor
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Variance for filling portions of understory level
  • Variance for wall/fence height exceeding maximum on side facing street
  • Variance for wall/fence height exceeding maximum in rear yard facing waterway
  • Missing lighting plan
  • Sea level rise and resiliency compliance
Project Details
Style Contemporary architectural style featuring pronounced floor slabs and eaves with vertical architectural screening elements
Height 31'-0" Flat Roof (29'-6" from 1st habitable level)
FAR 34% proposed (50% maximum)
Zoning RS-3
Lot Size 21,874 SF
Parking Enclosed garage area in understory
Applicant Dr. Camille Baptiste Smith and Dr. Clarence Smith
Architect AND Studio, Architecture + Design
Existing Building
Year Built 1994
Architect Henry B. Konover
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Thursday, March 13, 2025

09:00 AM

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