900 Ocean Drive

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting approval for the construction of a new double-height storefront window system along the Ocean Drive (east) façade in place of the existing metal gate structure and plastic rain screen. The project includes the introduction of a glass canopy structure and requires a variance from the required setbacks.

From the Letter of Intent

The applicant seeks a Certificate of Appropriateness for partial demolition and design approval of a glass storefront enclosure along the front façade, including a double door vestibule and replacement of existing green awning with a lower scale glass awning. The proposal also includes reintroducing breeze block elements to recall the original architecture.

• Partial demolition
• Glass storefront enclosure along front (east) façade
• Double door vestibule along Ocean Drive entrance
• Remove existing green awning at main entrance
• Install lower scale glass awning below second story
• Reintroduce breeze block along north and south portions of entry

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Variance required for permanent canopy structure in front setback
• Removal of existing retractable awnings
• Restoration of decorative breezeblock walls

Cover Sheet

Application

Building Card

Mailing Labels

Staff Report

Letter of Intent

Historic Resources Report

Narrative Response

Architectural Plans

Survey

Checklist

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