220, 224 & 230 31st Street

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting approval for the partial demolition, renovation and restoration of three existing buildings, the construction of multiple additions, total demolition of an accessory structure and site improvements. The project involves converting a 49-unit hotel to a 46-unit hotel with an accessory 44-seat restaurant.

From the Letter of Intent

The applicant proposes to redevelop the property into a 46-unit boutique hotel that will preserve the Art Deco features original to the 220 and 230 buildings. The project will renovate and improve the three existing buildings to provide a variety of room sizes and layouts and create a front lobby and modest restaurant and bar.

• Renovate and improve three existing buildings
• Create front lobby
• Add modest restaurant and bar for hotel patrons
• Demolish one-story utility structure in middle of site
• Build central patio area with spa-pool, pool deck and open-air dining area
• Install accent wall at front property line as buffer between hotel and sidewalk
• Install hurricane impact windows
• Provide operable windows for passive cooling where feasible
• Install resilient landscaping with Florida-friendly plants
• Locate critical mechanical and electrical systems above base flood elevation

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Modifications to the ground level of the 220 31st Street building have an adverse impact on the symmetry of the original façade design
• Proposed Juliette balconies may only project 25% into existing setbacks
• Recycling or salvage plan for partial demolition has not been provided

Cover Sheet

Application

Mailing Labels

Previous Orders

Staff Report

Letter of Intent

Historic Resources Report

Narrative Response

Architectural Plans

Landscape Plans

Survey

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