Property

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HPB25-0676

2201 COLLINS AVENUE

W HOTEL

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for partial demolition and renovation of the existing W Hotel structure and site, including construction of a new patisserie, private members-only club, new beach club restaurant, and modifications to valet operations with a dedicated members-only drop-off entrance. The application also includes three variances related to deck area, setbacks, and shade structure clearance within overlay districts.

From the Letter of Intent

Renovation and enhancement of the existing W Hotel including introduction of a patisserie, private members-only club, beach club restaurant, and upgrades to valet operations with a dedicated members-only drop-off entrance. The project seeks to enhance and reprogram portions of the existing hotel with new amenities and improved vehicular circulation.

  • New Patisserie with 85 interior occupancy, 88 exterior occupancy
  • New Beach Club Restaurant with 0 interior occupancy, 237 exterior occupancy
  • New Private Members-Only Club with 183 interior occupancy, 124 exterior occupancy
  • New Members-Only Entrance along the North property line
  • Enhanced valet operations and circulation improvements
  • Continuous deck of approximately 1,598 square feet
  • ADA ramp and elongated stairs
  • Trellis with 10' clearance
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✓ Sea Level Rise: Satisfied ✓ Variance Conditions: Satisfied ✓ Certificate Of Appropriateness: Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Blue and white striped canopy treatment for porte-cochere is not compatible with building character
  • Ongoing valet operations concerns with vehicles blocking public right-of-way
  • Unpermitted dense hedging along rear property inconsistent with view corridor requirements
  • Patisserie terrace seating area does not comply with required setbacks
  • Concentration of dining area and canopy structures in dune environment
  • Outdoor bars not permitted to be visible from right-of-way

Documents

Property Details
Historic District Collins Waterfront Local Historic District
Year Built 2010
Zoning RM-3, Residential Multi-Family, High Intensity
Lot Size 168,291 SF
Applicant 2201 COLLINS PROPCO, LLC
Architect Nichols Architects
Existing Building
Year Built 2010
Architect Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe
Stories 20+ stories
Demolition proposed
Meeting

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

09:00 AM

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