Property

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HPB25-0646

a.k.a. HPB21

0482, 1300 Lenox Avenue

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting modifications to a previously issued Certificate of Appropriateness for the partial demolition, renovation and restoration of the existing single-family home, including the construction of attached and detached additions and variances from the required setbacks, open space, lot coverage and retaining wall regulations.

From the Letter of Intent

Renovation of a historic property that includes elevating the home one foot above flood level and adding a secondary principal building in the rear yard. The project aims to balance climate change and flooding threats while maintaining the historical character and charm of the home.

  • Elevate home one foot above flood level
  • Add minimal steps for access to elevated pool deck and terrace
  • Construct secondary principal building for guest quarters in rear yard
  • Place accessory building in rear yard aligned with alley
  • Use wood cladding and materials that complement historic property
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✓ Sea Level Rise: Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✗ Certificate Of Appropriateness: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • New window openings along the eastern portion of the home that extend down nearly to the floor level and are inconsistent with the character of existing home
  • Windows at the southeast corner of the main home volume extending past the existing horizontal banding
  • Modifications to the primary façade of the home that are inappropriate and inconsistent with the original design
Property Details
Historic District Flamingo Park
Year Built 1936
Style Mediterranean Revival/Art Deco Transitional
Zoning RS-4, Residential, single-family
Lot Size 7,500 S.F.
Applicant Fifth Wave Investments LLC
Architect Udbardy Design & Associates Inc.
Existing Building
Year Built 1936
Architect Lester Avery
Style Mediterranean Revival/Art Deco Transitional
Stories 1
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

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