1800 Michigan Avenue

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for the total demolition of the existing single-family home and the construction of a new single-family home. The replacement home has been designed in a contemporary Mediterranean style which incorporates many of the architectural concepts of the existing home.

From the Letter of Intent

Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition of the existing single-family home and design of a beautiful, new single-family home. The proposed project is an exquisitely designed, two-story residence that is significantly inspired by the existing structure.

• Demolition of existing two-story single-family home
• Construction of new two-story single-family residence
• Hurricane proof impact windows
• Passive cooling systems where feasible
• Resilient landscaping with Florida friendly plants
• Construction at Base Flood Elevation with one foot of Freeboard at nine feet NGVD
• Mechanical and electrical systems located above base flood elevation
• Cool pavement or porous pavement materials
• Water retention systems where feasible

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Proposed demolition of contributing structure in historic district
• Lot coverage exceeds maximum permitted
• Site has not been fenced in accordance with requirements
• Structural condition assessment indicates deficient conditions but home appears repairable
• Multiple code compliance violations need to be cured
• Need for further investigation of structural systems to determine if portions can be repaired

Cover Sheet

Structural Assessment

Mailing Labels

Staff Report

Letter of Intent

Historic Resources Report

Narrative Response

Architectural Plans

Landscape Plans

Survey

Checklist

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