Property

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DRB25-1147

104 E SAN MARINO DRIVE

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Proposal

The applicant is proposing to construct a new two-story residence on East San Marino Drive that will replace an existing residence. The project includes requests for design waivers and four variance requests for setbacks, walkways, and open space requirements.

From the Letter of Intent

Proposed new single-family residence in Tropical Modern Architecture style to replace existing one-story home through complete demolition and reconstruction. The new home will be approximately 3,500 SF on a 7,066 SF lot with 27.5% lot coverage.

  • Complete demolition of existing one-story home
  • Construction of new two-story single-family residence
  • Installation of spiral stair and driveway in rear yard
  • Construction of front entry planter and steps
  • Installation of stairs and walkways facing the street
  • Creation of open-space courtyard
  • Installation of screened balcony on second floor
  • Landscape mitigation and resilient landscaping
  • Installation of hurricane-proof impact windows
  • Mechanical equipment screening on roof
Staff Recommendation
Approval of the design, Approval of variances 1, 3, and 4, Denial of variance 2 (Terrace and Planter Variance)

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Variance for rear yard setback for spiral stair construction
  • Variance for terrace and planter projections in side yard facing street
  • Variance for walkway and stair width exceeding 44 inches
  • Variance for reduced rear yard pervious open space
  • Design waivers for second-story setbacks and side elevation length requirements
Project Details
Style Contemporary style that highlights materiality and textures against modern architectural features
Height 24'-0" Flat Roof
Zoning RS-4
Lot Size 7,066 SF
Setbacks Rear yard setback variance requested to reduce from 20'-0" to 16'-6" for spiral stair
Parking Driveway and parking area located within the rear yard with direct access from East San Marino Drive
Applicant HELA VENETIAN LLC
Architect Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design
Existing Building
Year Built 1939
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Thursday, March 12, 2026

09:00 AM

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