Property

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HPB23-0604

1709 Jefferson Avenue

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Proposal

Construction of a new 10-unit townhouse development consisting of twin 4-story buildings arranged around a central motor court to replace an existing 53-space surface parking lot. The project also includes a variance to exceed the maximum permitted fence height by 10ΒΌ inches.

From the Letter of Intent

Construction of a new 10-unit townhome building on a non-contributing development site that currently operates as a privately-owned parking lot. The project consists of two buildings with five units each, featuring five stories per unit with ground floor garages.

  • Construction of 10-unit townhome building
  • Two buildings with five units each
  • Five stories per unit with ground floor two-car garage
  • Floors 2-4 at 788 square feet each
  • Fifth floor as active living area with outdoor kitchen
  • 20 parking spaces plus 2 guest spaces
  • Stepped-back facades design
  • Hurricane proof impact windows
  • Resilient landscaping
  • Stormwater retention systems
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✓ Sea Level Rise: Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Certificate Of Appropriateness: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Proximity of the proposed northern building to the adjacent single-family home has the potential to overwhelm the Contributing home
  • Location and magnitude of the rooftop elements contribute to additional perceived building mass and height
  • Variance needed for fence height due to grade elevation requirements

Documents

Property Details
Historic District Palm View
Zoning RM-1, Residential, multi-family, low intensity
Lot Size 22,454 sq. ft.
Applicant Miami Beach Development Group, LLC
Architect Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design Inc.
Meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

09:00 AM

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