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DRB25-1159

1250 WEST AVENUE

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting Design Review approval for the construction of a new 28-story residential building with 106 units, including an accessory commercial space, three levels of subterranean mechanical parking, and a publicly accessible Baywalk segment on the western waterfront edge of the property. The project will replace an existing 15-story, 238-unit residential building constructed in 1964. The building will rise to 329'-8" and include rooftop amenities such as two pools and an outdoor amenity terrace.

From the Letter of Intent

Development of a new 106-unit, 28-story multifamily residential building with accessory commercial uses and on-site parking to replace the existing 238-unit multifamily building. The project includes construction of segments of the City's Baywalk system and acquisition of the former Bikini Hostel parcel as public benefits.

  • Demolition of existing 238-unit multifamily building
  • Construction of new 106-unit, 28-story residential building
  • Three basement levels with mechanical parking configuration
  • Ground floor residential lobby and accessory commercial space
  • Resident dining room and amenity spaces
  • Basement health club and fitness facility
  • Landscaped pool deck and garden at ground level
  • Rooftop pool area
  • Construction of Baywalk segments along western edge
  • Pedestrian pathway connecting West Avenue to waterfront
  • Acquisition and conveyance of former Bikini Hostel properties to City
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL W/ CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Lighting plan has not been submitted (Design Review Criteria i not satisfied)
  • Sea Level Rise Criteria 1 not satisfied — recycling/salvage plan for demolition not yet provided
  • Roofline has only minimal architectural development; staff recommends exploring alternative architectural treatments to provide greater visual interest
  • Proposed Baywalk over the water is inconsistent with the approved development agreement and requires City Commission approval of an amendment
  • Multiple material and finish details (wood-like aluminum cladding, fins, glazing systems, stone cladding, cement plaster) require final design submission and staff approval
  • Landscape plan requires revision and staff approval including tree protection, street trees, irrigation, and screening of utilities

Documents

Project Details
Style Contemporary style with warm wood-grain aluminum cladding, continuous horizontal slab edges creating deep recessed balconies, glass balustrades, vertical louver fins, ultra-clear impact-resistant glazing, aluminum plate cladding in champagne and plain bronze finishes, and light-brown rustic stone cladding at the base
Height 329'-8" / 28 stories (Maximum: 330'-0")
FAR Proposed: 478,872 SF / 5.75 (Maximum: 478,888 SF / 5.75)
Zoning RM-3 (Overlay: Alton Beach Bayfront)
Lot Size 83,285 SF (1.91 Acres)
Parking Required: 250 spaces; Provided: 250 spaces (three levels of subterranean mechanical parking via stacked lift systems with valet service)
Applicant Bay Garden Manor Condominium Association, Inc.
Architect O'Donnell Dannwolf and Partners Architects, Inc.
Existing Building
Year Built 1964
Stories 15
Full demolition proposed
Meeting

Thursday, May 14, 2026

09:00 AM

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