Property

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DRB25-1105

F.K.A. DRB22

0859, 4-6 STAR ISLAND DRIVE

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting modifications to a previously approved design review approval for the construction of a new two-story residence with an understory. The modifications include additional height as of right per recently approved amendment to the Resiliency Code and three new variances for accessory structure height, driveway material, and understory material.

From the Letter of Intent

Modification to previously approved modern, uniquely designed two-story, single-family understory home. The modification seeks to increase building height from 28 feet to 34 feet based on new code changes and includes adjustments to placement and configuration of main home and guest house.

  • Increase building height of understory home from 28 feet to 34 feet
  • Adjustments to placement and configuration of main understory home and guest house
  • Construction of one-story cabana accessory structure at 17 feet 11 inches tall
  • Installation of large format coral stone paving set on concrete grid foundation in front yard driveways
  • Installation of large format coral stone pavers in understory area with voided concrete grid system
Staff Recommendation
Approval of modified design. Approval of variances with modifications.

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Height variance for one-story accessory structure exceeds 3-foot limit allowed by City Charter
  • Use of pavers not set in sand in required front yard
  • Use of pavers not set in sand in non-air-conditioned understory areas
  • Missing lighting plan
Project Details
Style modern architectural style
Height 34'-0" flat roof (with DRB Waiver)
Zoning RS-1
Lot Size 120,000 SF / 2.78 acres
Applicant Brian L. Bilzin as Trustee
Architect KODA 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 LaPointe, 6 Star Island-Unknown
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Thursday, September 11, 2025

09:00 AM

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