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97-3088 ORD ORDINANCE NO. 97-3088 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 89-2665, AMENDING SECTION 19, ENTITLED "HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT REGULATIONS" ; AMENDING SUBSECTION 19 - 5, ENTITLED "DESIGNATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION SITES, STRUCTURES, BUILDINGS, INTERIORS, IMPROVEMENTS, LANDSCAPE FEATURES OR DISTRICTS" BY DESIGNATING THE SUNSET ISLANDS BRIDGES COMMONLY KNOWN AS SUNSET ISLANDS BRIDGES #1, 2 AND 4 AS HISTORIC SITES; CONSISTING OF SUNSET ISLAND BRIDGE #1 WHICH CARRIES SUNSET DRIVE OVER THE SUNSET LAKE CANAL AND LINKS SUNSET ISLAND #4 WITH THE MIAMI BEACH BARRIER ISLAND, SUNSET ISLAND BRIDGE #2 WHICH CARRIES SUNSET DRIVE OVER THE SUNSET LAKE CANAL AND LINKS SUNSET ISLAND #4 WITH ISLAND #3, AND SUNSET ISLAND BRIDGE #4 WHICH CARRIES WEST 29TH STREET OVER THE SUNSET LAKE CANAL AND LINKS SUNSET ISLAND #1 WITH THE MIAMI BEACH BARRIER ISLAND, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING THAT THE CITY'S ZONING DISTRICT MAP SHALL BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE THE SUNSET ISLANDS BRIDGES #1, 2 AND 4 AS HISTORIC SITES; ADOPTING THE DESIGNATION REPORT ATTACHED HERETO AS APPENDIX "A"; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE ZONING ORDINANCE, REPEALER, SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on September 12, 1996, the City'S Historic Preservation Board held a public hearing and voted unanimously (7-0) in favor of designating the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 as historic sites; and WHEREAS, on June 24, 1997, the City's Planning Board held a public hearing and voted unanimously (6-0, 1 absence) in favor of the proposed designation; and WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach Planning, Design and Historic Preservation Division has recommended this amendment to the City's Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, these recommendations of approval for the designation of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 as Historic Sites were based upon the information documented in the Designation Report prepared by the City of Miami Beach Planning, Design and Historic Preservation Division attached hereto as Appendix "A"; and WHEREAS, the Sunset Island Bridges were designed by locally renowned Miami engineer W.E. Reynolds and the Concrete Steel Bridge Company, and Bridges #1, 2 and 4 were constructed respectively in 1927, 1929 and 1927; and WHEREAS, the Sunset Island Bridges are examples of utilitarian projects designed in the Mediterranean Revival style of architecture, and all of their significant identifying architectural features have been maintained; and WHEREAS, the Sunset Island Bridges are the sole surviving original Mediterranean-themed major public works engineering structures in the City, and they are representative of the City's first major "boom" period during the 1920's; and WHEREAS, creation and consisting of the Sunset Island Bridges are associated with the early development of the City's Sunset Island neighborhoods, four of South Florida's first man-made dredged islands; and WHEREAS, the character property; and this amendment is deemed necessary to protect and enhance of the Sunset Island Bridges located within the described WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission believe this amendment is necessary to the welfare of the citizens of the City of Miami Beach, Florida. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA: SECTION 1. DESIGNATION OF THE SUNSET ISLAND BRIDGES #1, 2 AND 4 AS HISTORIC SITES. That certain areas located on the plat entitled Sunset Lake Extension as recorded in Plat Book 40 at Page 23 of the Public Records of Dade County, and having the legal description as described herein, are hereby designated as Historic Sites of the City of Miami Beach and shall be known as the "Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4." That the Designation Report attached hereto as Appendix "A" is hereby adopted. SECTION 2. AMENDMENT OF SUBSECTION 19-5, C.5. That Subsection (C), entitled "Historic Preservation Designation," 2 of Subsection 19-5, entitled "Designation of Historic Preservation Sites, Structures, Buildings, Interiors, Improvements, Landscape Features or Districts," of Section 19, entitled "Historic Preservation Board and Historic District Regulations" of Zoning Ordinance No. 89-2665 is hereby amended to read as follows: * * * 19. Historic Preservation Board and Historic District Regulations * * * 19-5 Designation of Historic Preservation Sites, Structures, Buildings, Interiors, Improvements, Landscape Features or Districts * * * C. Historic Preservation Designation * * * 5. All Sites and districts designated as Historic Sites and Districts shall be delineated on the City's zoning map pursuant to Section 21- 9, Maps, of this Ordinance, as an Overlay District. Such Sites and districts include: * * * ~ CD-2, GU, RS-2, RS-3/HPS-6: Sunset Island Bridges #1. 2 and 4. as described below: The boundaries of Sunset Island Bridge #1 commences at the intersection of the center line of Sunset Drive and W. 21st Street as shown on PLAT ENTITLED SUNSET LAKE EXTENSION. recorded in Plat Book 40. ];>age 23. Public Records of Dade County. Florida; 3 thence run South 45 00' 00" East (assumed bearing) along the extension of the center line of said Sunset Drive for a distance of 44.90 feet: thence South 21 47' 10" East for a distance of 113.22 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land herein described: thence South 65 06' 00" West for a distance of 29.35 feet to a :point located on the Easterly line of Lot 1. Block 5 of said PLAT ENTITLED SUNSET LAKE EXTENSION: thence South 28 35' 00" East for a distance of 14.49 feet: thence along the arc of a curve concave to the northwest. whose radius bears North 19 38' 22" West feet. having a central angle of 1 30' 50" and a radius of 310.00 feet for a distance of 8.19 feet: thence South 21 47' 10" East for a distance of 59.23 feet: thence South 68 12' 50" West for a distance of 2.25 feet: thence South 23 12' 50" West for a distance of 1.50 feet: thence South 21 47' 10" East for a distance of 3.88 feet: thence South 66 47' 10" East for a distance of 1.50 feet: thence North 68 12' 50" East for a distance of 2.25 feet: thence South 21 47 ' 10" East. for a distance of 58.12 feet: thence along the arc of a curve. concave to the northwest whose radius bears North 21 20' 00" West. having a central angle of 1 03' 54" and a radius of 433.35 feet for a distance of 8.06 feet: thence South 9 49' 50" East for a distance of 34.50 feet to a :point located on the West line of Lot 21. Block 15-B. RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 16 TO 21 INCLUSIVE BLOCK 15 OF THE AMENDED SUNSET LAKE SUBDIVISION OF MIAMI BEACH BAY SHORE COMPANY. recorded in Plat Book 9. at :page 145. Public Records of Dade County. Florida: thence North 68 12' 50" East for a distance of 66.80 feet to a :point located on the East line of said Lot 21: thence North 21 24' 02" West along the East line of said Lot 21 and its northerly extension for a distance of 36.31 feet: thence run along the arc of a curve concave to the northwest. whose radius bears North 28 12' 06" West having a central angle of 1 43' 58" and a radius of 433.35 feet for a distance of 13.11 feet: thence North 21 47' 10" West. for a distance of 123.93 feet: thence along the arc of a curve concave to the northwest whose radius bears North 28 18' 07" West. having a central angle of 2 25' 37" and a radius of 310.00 feet for a distance of 13.10 feet: thence North 28 35' 00" West for a 4 distance of 14.18 feet to a :point located on the southwesterly line of Lot 7. Block 4 of the above mentioned PLAT ENTITLED SUNSET LAKE EXTENSION: thence South 65 06' 00" West for a distance of 30.78 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Said land located lying and being in Section 34. Townshi:p 53 South. Range 42 East. City of Miami Beach. Dade County. Florida. and containing 7884 sQuare feet more or less or 0.1810 acres more or less. and Sunset Island Bridge #2 commences at the intersection of the center lines of W. 21st Street and Sunset Drive as shown in 3rd REVISED PLAT OF SUNSET ISLANDS. recorded in Plat Book 40. at :page 8. Public Records of Dade County. Florida: thence run north 45 00' 00" west (assumed bearing). along the center line of said Sunset Drive for a distance of 657.86 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land herein described: thence south 88 05' 00" east. for a distance of 43.92 feet to a :point located in the westerly line of Lot 1. Block 4F of the above mentioned 3rd REVISED PLAT OF SUNSET ISLANDS: thence north 45 00' 00" west :parallel to the center line of said Sunset Drive for a distance of 12.75 feet: thence north 88 05' 00" west for a distance of 19.09 feet: thence north 45 00' 00" west :parallel to the center line of said Sunset Drive for a distance of 145.65 feet: thence south 89 131 20" east. for a distance of 18.69 feet: thence north 45 00' 00" west for a distance of 11.85 feet to a :point located on the westerly line of Lot 26. Block 3D of said 3rd REVISED PLAT OF SUNSET ISLANDS: thence north 89 13' 20" west for a distance of 86.03 feet to a :point located on the easterly line of Lot 1. Block 3H of said 3rd REVISED PLAT OF SUNSET ISLANDS: thence south 45 00' 00" east for a distance of 11.85 feet: thence south 89 13' 20" east for a distance of 12.44 feet: thence south 45 00' 00" east for a distance of 144.05 feet: thence north 88 05' 00 " west. for a distance of 12.69 feet: thence south 45 00' 00" east for a distance of 12.75 feet to a :point located on the easterly line of Lot 31. Block 4A of the above mentioned 3rd REVISED PLAT OF SUNSET ISLANDS: thence south 88 051 00" east for a distance of 43.92 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Said land located lying and being in Section 28. 5 Townshi:p 53 Beach. Dade square feet less. and south range 42 County. Florida. more or less or east. City of Miami and containing 7023 0.1612 acres more or Sunset Island Bridge #4 commences at the intersection of the center line of North Bay Road and W. 29th Street. as shown in AMENDED PLAT OF SUNSET LAKE SUBDIVISION OF THE MIAMI BEACH BAY SHORE COMPANY. recorded in plat Book 8. at :page 52. Public Records of Dade County Florida. thence due West (assumed bearing) along the center line of said W. 29th Street for a distance of 375.50 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land herein described: thence due north for a distance of 35.00 feet to a point located on the south line of Lot 1. Block 10 of the above mentioned AMENDED PLAT OF SUNSET LAKE SUBDIVISION. thence due west :parallel to the center line of said W. 29th Street for a distance of 26.50 feet: thence due south for a distance of 13.70 feet: thence due west. :parallel to the center line of said W. 29th Street for a distance of 136.00 feet: thence. due north for a distance of 8.70 feet: thence. due west for a distance of 12.20 feet to a :point located on the south line of Lot 2. Block 1A. PLAT ENTITLED SUNSET LAKE EXTENSION. recorded in Plat Book 40. at :page 23. Public Records of Dade County. Florida: thence. due south for a distance of 60.00 feet to a :point located on the north line of Lot 1. Block 1 of the above mentioned PLAT ENTITLED SUNSET LAKE EXTENSION: thence. due east for a distance of 12.20 feet: thence due north for a distance of 12.90 feet: thence due east parallel to the center line of said W. 29th Street for a distance of 136.00 feet: thence due south for a distance of 17.90 feet: thence due east. :parallel to the center line of W. 29th Street for a distance of 26.50 feet to a :point located on the north line of Lot 13. Block 12 of the above mentioned AMENDED PLAT OF SUNSET LAKE SUBDIVISION OF MIAMI BEACH BAY SHORE COMPANY: thence due north for a distance of 35.00 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Said lands located. lying and being in Section 27. Townshi:p 53 South. Range 42 East. City of Miami Beach. Dade County. Florida. and containing 7.809.00 square feet more or less or 0.1793 acres more or less. 6 ~~ CD-2. RM-l/HPD-l: All properties fronting or abutting Espanola Way, including all of Blocks 2-A and 2-B Espanola Villas, Blocks 3-A, 3-B, 4-A, 4-B, 5-A, 5-B, 6-A, 6-B, 7-A and 7-B, First Addition to Espanola Villas, and Lots 1 - 4, a re-subdivision of that unnumbered tract lying west of Blocks 7-A and 7-B and Espanola Way in First Addition to Espanola Villas. ~~ MXE/HPD-2: The Ocean Drive/Collins Avenue Historic District is generally bounded by the centerline of 5th Street from the Erosion Control Line to Ocean Court; centerline of Ocean Court to 6th Street; and the centerline of 6th Street form Ocean Court to Collins Court on the south; Collins Court (as extended) from 6th Street to the northern edge of Lot 7, Block 57 of Fisher's First Subdivision of Alton Beach the east to the centerline of Collins Avenue; and the centerline of Collins Avenue to 22nd Street on the west; the centerline of 22nd Street on the north; and the Erosion Control Line on the east. A complete legal description 1S included in the designation report. hi...... GU. RS-3. RS-4/HPD-3: The east side of Collins Avenue to the Erosion Control Line from 77th Street to 79th Street. (All of Blocks 5, 6, 11 and 12 of Altos Del Mar No. I Subdivision). Those properties which are owned by the State of Florida or the City of Miami Beach shall retain their GU Government Use District Zoning designation. Those properties which are privately-owned shall retain their Single Family Zoning District classification of RS-3 or RS-4, respectively. Development within the Historic District whether on City, State, or privately owned Lots, shall be reviewed by the Planning Board and approved by the City Commission pursuant to the Conditional Use procedures as set forth in Section 17-3 of this Ordinance. ~~ RM-l. CD-2. CD-3. RO. GU/HPD-4: Flamingo Park Historic Preservation District, generally bounded by the centerline of 6th Street on the south; center- line of Lenox Court (as extended) on the west including lots 7 and 8, Block 46 Commercial Subdivision and excluding Lots 1-6 Block 46, 7 Commercial Subdivision; centerline of Lincoln Lane North on the north; and Ocean Drive/Collins Avenue Historic District on the east; and, excluding properties within the Espanola Way Historic District. (Complete legal description available on file with the designation report) . j-L MXE. CD-3. GU/HPD-5: Museum Historic Preservation District, generally bounded on the south by Lincoln Lane North, the centerline of Washington Avenue on west; and Collins Canal on north; the centerline of 23rd Street, including all properties fronting on or having a property line on 23rd Street, on the north; and, the centerline of Collins Avenue on the East (Complete legal description available on file with the designation report) . *~ CSP-l. CPS-2. RPS-l. RPS-2. RPS-3. RPS-4. GU/HPD-6: Ocean Beach Historic District, The boundaries commence at the intersection of the center line of 5th Street and the center line of Ocean Court; thence run Easterly, along the extension of the center line of 5th Street to the Erosion Control Line of the Atlantic Ocean; thence run Southerly, along the Erosion Control Line to the center line of 1st Street; thence run Westerly, along 1st Street to the center line of Collins Court; thence run southerly, along Collins Court, to the south line of Lot 18 on Block 10; thence run Westerly along the extension of the south line of Lot 18 on Block 10 to the center line of Washington Avenue; thence run Northerly, along Washington Avenue to the center line of 2nd Street; thence run Westerly, along 2nd Street to the center line of Meridian Court; then run Northerly, along Meridian Court to the center line of 3rd Street; thence run Westerly, along 3rd Street to the center line of Jefferson Court; thence run Northerly, along Jefferson Court to the south line of Lot 4 on Block 82; thence run Easterly along the extension of the south line of Lot 4 on Block 82 to the center line of Jefferson Avenue; thence run Northerly, along Jefferson Avenue to the center line of 4th Street; thence run Westerly, along 4th Street to the center line of Michigan Avenue; thence run northerly, along Michigan Avenue to the center line of 5th Street; thence run Westerly, along 5th Street 8 to the center line of Michigan Court; then run Southerly along Michigan Court to the south line of Lot 8 on Block 99; thence run Westerly along the extension of the south line of Lot 8 on Block 99 to the center line of Lenox Avenue; thence run Northerly, along Lenox Avenue to the center line of 5th Street; then run Westerly, along 5th Street to the center line of Lenox Court; thence run Northerly, along Lenox Court to the center line of 6th Street; thence run Easterly along 6th Street to the center line of Washington Avenue; thence run Southerly, along Washington Avenue to the center line of 6th Street, thence run Easterly, along 6th Street to the centerline of Ocean Court, thence run Southerly, along Ocean Court, to the point of commencement, at the intersection of the center lines of 5th Street and Ocean Court. ~llL... CD- 2. GU. GU /RS- 3. GU /RS-4. MXE. RM-l /HPD-7 : The boundaries of the Harding Townsite/South Altos Del Mar Historic District commence at the intersection of the center line of Collins Court and the center line of 76th Street; thence run Easterly along the center line of 76th Street to the intersection with the center line of Collins Avenue; thence run Northerly along the center line of Collins Avenue to the intersection with the center line of 77th Street; thence run Easterly along the theoretical extension of the center line of 77th Street to the intersection with the Erosion Control Line of the Atlantic Ocean; thence run Southerly along the Erosion Control Line of the Atlantic Ocean to the intersection with the theoretical extension of the center line of 73rd Street; thence run Westerly along the center line of 73rd Street to the intersection with the center line of the theoretical extension of Collins Court; thence run Northerly along the center line of Collins Court to the point of commencement, at the intersection of the center lines of Collins Court and 76th Street. * * * 9 SECTION 3. INCLUSION IN ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 89-2665. It is the intention of the City Commission, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this ordinance shall become and be made part of the City of Miami Beach Zoning Ordinance No. 89-2665 as amended; and that the sections of this Ordinance may be renumbered or relettered to accomplish such intention. SECTION 4. AMENDMENT OF ZONING DISTRICT MAP. That the Mayor and City Commission hereby amend the Zoning District Map of the City of Miami Beach as contained in the Zoning Ordinance No. 89-2665 by identifying the areas described herein as HPS-6, Historic Preservation Site Six. SECTION 5. REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, clause or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid, the remainder shall not be affected by such invalidity. SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect on the 26th day of July , 1997. July , 1997. PASSED and ADOPTED this 16th day of 10 ATTEST: J2b(f ~(L-- CITY CLERK 1st reading 7/2/97 2nd reading 7/16/97 MHF : mhf : smm f:\plan\$all\draft_or\@pb\12840rd.971 APPROVED AS TO fORM & LANGUAGE & FOR EXECUTION 4i,~~~ 11 CITY OF MIAMI BEACH CITY HALL 1700 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139 http:\\ci.miami-beach.f1.us TO: FROM: SUBJECT: COMMISSION MEMORANDUM NO. 5\ 8-C}, Mayor Seymour Gelber and DATE: July 16, 1997 Members of the City Commission Jose Garcia-pedros!1 City Manager Public Hearing An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 89-2665, Amending Section 19, Entitled "Historic Preservation Board and Historic District Regulations"; Amending Subsection 19-5, Entitled "Designation of Historic Preservation Sites, Structures, Buildings, Interiors, Improvements, Landscape Features or Districts" by Designating the Sunset Islands Bridges Commonly Known as Sunset Islands Bridges #1, 2 and 4 as Historic Sites; Consisting of Sunset Island Bridge #1 Which Carries Sunset Drive over the Sunset Lake Canal and Links Sunset Island #4 with the Miami Beach Barrier Island, Sunset Island Bridge #2 Which Carries Sunset Drive over the Sunset Lake Canal and Links Sunset Island #4 with Island #3, and Sunset Island Bridge #4 Which Carries West 29th Street over the Sunset Lake Canal and Links Sunset Island #1 with the Miami Beach Barrier Island, as More Particularly Described Herein; Providing That the City's Zoning District Map Shall Be Amended to Include the Sunset Islands Bridges #1, 2 and 4 as Historic Sites; Adopting the Designation Report Attached Hereto as Appendix "A"; Providing for Inclusion in the Zoning Ordinance, Repealer, Severability, and an Effective Date. RECOMMENDATION The Administration recommends that the City Commission adopt the Designation Report and Zoning Ordinance Amendment designating the Sunset Island Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 as historic sites. BACKGROUND At its February 8, 1996, meeting, the City of Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board noted the impact the development of the Sunset Islands I, II, III and IV has had on the history and development of the City of Miami Beach. The Board further noted the historic role the Sunset Isles Bridges have played in defining the special tropical island character of the Sunset Islands residential neighborhood. Bridges # I, 2 and 4 are not only the sole surviving original Mediterranean-themed public works engineering structures in the City of Miami Beach, but are also the only remaining bridges of their kind in South Florida. Citing the aesthetic, architectural, and historical importance of the bridges to the Sunset Islands neighborhood and the first major "boom" period of the City during the 1920's, the members of the Board expressed concern over the possible loss of these significant structures and their possible replacement with structures not sensitive to the special character and history of the Sunset Islands. Accordingly, the Board directed the AGENDA ITEM R56- t-lLo..q] DATE 1 staff of the Planning, Design and Historic Preservation Division to prepare a prepare a preliminary evaluation and recommendation relative to the local designation of Sunset Islands Bridges #1, 2 and 4 as historic sites. At its June 11, 1995, meeting, the Historic Preservation Board reviewed an independent analysis of the historical significance of the bridges prepared by Janus Research of St. Petersburg, Florida, for the Florida Department of Transportation, as well as the preliminary evaluation and recommendation prepared by the staff of the Planning, Design and Historic Preservation Division. The Board concurred with both said reports that the Sunset Island Bridges #1,2 and 4 not only met the designation criteria listed in Section 19-5 of Zoning Ordinance No. 89-2665 for designation as Miami Beach historic sites, but were also eligible for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. The Board further noted the clear significance of the Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 to the successful development and defining character of the Sunset Islands and the City of Miami Beach, observing that these important historic sites could be dramatically altered or even lost in the near future if not afforded proper recognition and protection through historic designation. Accordingly, the Historic Preservation Board directed the staff to prepare a designation report relative to the group designation of the Sunset Islands Bridges #1,2 and 4. The Board further directed staff to schedule and publicly notice the September of 1996 hearing to consider and vote on the proposed designation of the Sunset Islands Bridges #1,2 and 4. On September 12, 1996, the Historic Preservation Board held a public hearing and found the proposed designation meets the intent and criteria set forth in Section 19-5.B of the Zoning Ordinance; accordingly, it voted unanimously (7-0) in favor of recommending the designation of the Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 as Miami Beach Historic Sites as described in the attached designation report. On June 24, 1997, the Planning Board held a public hearing on the proposed designation and voted unanimously (6-0, 1 vacancy) in favor of recommending to the City Commission the adoption of the amending ordinance and designation report creating the Sunset Island Bridges # I, 2 and 4 as Historic Sites. DESIGNATION PROCESS The designation report for the proposed historic sites is required to be presented to the Historic Preservation Board and the Planning Board at public hearings. Following public input, the Historic Preservation Board is to vote whether or not the proposed sites meet the criteria listed in the Zoning Ordinance and transmit a recommendation on historic designation to the Planning Board and City Commission. If the Historic Preservation Board votes against the designation, no further action is required. If the Historic Preservation Board votes in favor of designation, the Planning Board reviews the designation report and formulates its own recommendation. The recommendations of both Boards, along with the designation report, are presented to the City Commission. If the proposed amendment changes the zoning map designation for a parcel or parcels of land involving less than ten (10) contiguous acres, the City Commission will hold one (1) public hearing on the designation. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the City Commission can immediately adopt the ordinance with a 5/7 majority vote. In cases in which the proposed ordinance involves ten (10) or more contiguous acres, the City Commission will hold two (2) public hearings on the designation. 2 RELATION TO ORDINANCE CRITERIA In accordance with Section 19-5.B of the Zoning Ordinance, eligibility for designation is determined on the basis of compliance with the following listed criteria: 1. The Historic Preservation Board shall have the authority to recommend that properties be designated as Historic Buildings, Historic Structures, Historic Improvements, Historic Landscape Features, Historic Interiors (architecturally significant public portions only), Historic Sites or Historic Districts if they are significant in the historical, architectural, cultural, aesthetic or archeological heritage of the City of Miami Beach, the county, state or nation. Such properties shall possess an integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling or association and meet at least one (1) of the following criteria: a. Association with events that have made a significant contribution to the history of Miami Beach, the county, state or nation; b. Association with the lives of Persons significant in our past history; c. Embody the distinctive characteristics of a historical period, architectural or design style or method of construction; d. Possesses high artistic values; e. Represent the work of a master; Serve as an outstanding or representative work of a master designer, architect or builder who contributed to our historical, aesthetic or architectural heritage; f. Have yielded, or are likely to yield information important in pre-history or history; g. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places; h. Consist of a geographically definable area that possesses a significant concentration of Sites, Buildings or Structures united by historically significant past events or aesthetically by plan or physical development, whose components may lack individual distinction. 2. A Building, Structure (including the public portions of the interior), Improvement or Landscape Feature may be designated historic even ifit has been altered if the alteration is reversible and the most significant architectural elements are intact and repairable. The Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 are eligible for designation as they comply with the criteria as outlined above. 1. Staff finds the Sunset Island Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 to be eligible for historic designation and in conformance with designation criteria as specified in section 19.5 of the Zoning Ordinance for the following reasons: ..., ,) A. Association with events that have made a significant contribution to the history of Miami Beach. the County. state or nation: The Sunset Island Bridges # I, 2 and 4 are associated with the early creation and development of Miami Beach's Sunset Islands neighborhood, consisting of four of South Florida's first man-made dredged islands. The vital link of the Sunset Islands to each other and to the Miami Beach Barrier island was the Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4, which significantly contributed to the realization and appeal of one of the City's earliest tropical residential island neighborhoods. B. Association with the lives of Persons significant in our past history: The Sunset Islands were developed by the Sunset Island Company, headed by S.A Lynch, President of Paramount Pictures. His presence significantly contributed to publicity efforts fueling the continued development of Miami Beach, helping make the Sunset Islands home to prominent citizens locally and nationwide. As a result of many of his efforts, several renowned film, entertainment and political personalities maintained residences on the Sunset Islands, as well as elsewhere throughout Miami Beach. C. Embody the distinctive characteristics of a historical period. architectural or design style or method of construction: The Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 possess characteristics illustrating 1920's "boom-time" Mediterranean Revival Style architecture, which was the original architectural style standard of the Sunset Islands, as well as the "style of choice" for early Miami Beach. The bridges are also the documented last remaining bridges in South Florida with continuous arched reinforced concrete girders which were cast on- site over the water. D. Possess high artistic values: The Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 represent one of the earliest architectural design styles in the progression of public works construction in Miami Beach. Further, they reflect the unique design origins of the Sunset Islands neighborhood. Each bridge consists of three massive, sweeping shallow arches with closed spandrels, and possess Classically influenced cast concrete urn-type guardrail balusters and railings. Crafted cast iron lamp posts sit on the top of the guardrails at ends of each bridge. Collectively, these elements give the Sunset Islands Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 a unique elegance and gracefulness characteristic of the historic era in Miami Beach during which they were built. The bridges are constructed of reinforced concrete, which utilized some of the earliest air entraining agents for achieving durability and longevity. E. Represent the work of a master designer. architect or builder who contributed to historical. aesthetic or architectural heritage: 4 In the context of the Sunset Islands Bridges #1, 2 and 4, the term "Master" shall relate to architects and engineers. Construction drawings were prepared by locally renowned Miami engineer W.E. Reynolds and the Concrete Steel Bridge Company, whose involvement in other public works projects included the Pan American Air Base ramp approach at Dinner Key (Miami), Miami River Bridges (Miami Springs), the Biscayne Bay Turning Basin at Bayfront Park (Miami), and the fourth "sister" bridge to the Sunset Islands Bridges, which was constructed in Orlando, Florida, in 1929. F. Have yielded. or are likely to yield information important in pre-history or history: The character, quality, and detail of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 illustrates one of the many social "faces" of Miami Beach and South Florida from circa 1922 through late 1929. The bridges' design connotes a discrete image of wealth, the prosperity enjoyed by some in Post World War I America, and the relative extravagance of the "Roaring Twenties" Era. In addition to the use of "high style" design elements in utilitarian projects engineering structures, the bridges' construction materials and techniques, some of the most expensive at the time, illustrate the general development consensus of the "boom-time" era in Miami Beach--producing the highest quality available, no matter at what the cost. G. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places: Currently the Sunset Islands Bridges #1, 2 and 4 are neither individually nor collectively designated site(s) listed in the National Register of Historic Places; although in its July 1995 Cultural Resource Assessment Survey conducted for the Florida Department of Transportation, Janus Research of St. Petersburg, Florida, determined all three bridges to be eligible for listing. H. Consists of a geographically definable area that possesses a significant concentration of Sites. Buildings or Structures united by historically significant past events or aesthetically by plan or physical development. whose components may lack individual distinction: The Sunset Islands Bridges # I, 2 and 4 do not consist of a geographically definable area, but are individually contributing sites within the geographically definable area known as the Sunset Islands I, II, III and IV, and collectively form the links that unify the individual isles into a cohesive urban form. The bridges qualify as significant proposed historic sites as a group of components integral to the special historic character of the neighborhood. 2. Altered structures proposed for designation in the City of Miami Beach may be designated historic if alterations are readily reversible and/or significant architectural elements are intact and repairable. In addition, staff expands its findings to include individual or collective groups of structures which are contributing, despite alterations, as important factors in maintaining the special character of the neighborhood. 5 ANALYSIS OF THE AMENDING ORDINANCE In reviewing a request for an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance or a change in land use, the Planning Board and City Commission consider the following: I. Whether the proposed change is consistent and compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and any applicable neighborhood or Redevelopment Plans; Consistent - The proposed designation is consistent with the Historic Preservation Element of the Comprehensive Plan's Objective No.1 which, in part, states: "...increase the total number of structures designated as historically significant from that number of structures designated in 1988, either individually or as a contributing structure within a National Register Historic Preservation District or a local ordinance historic preservation district." 2. Whether the proposed change would create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent or nearby districts; Consistent - The amendment would not change the underlying zoning district for any areas within the City. 3. Whether the change suggested is out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or the City; Consistent - The Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 are designed in scale with the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed designation would help to not only maintain the existing scale of the sites, but it would also preserve an integral part of the City's heritage. 4. Whether the proposed change would tax the existing load on public facilities and infrastructure; Consistent - The proposed designation would not affect the levels of service of any public facilities or infrastructure serving the surrounding area because the Sunset Island Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 are already existing. There is no change caused by the designation. 5. Whether existing district boundaries are illogically drawn in relation to existing conditions on the property proposed for change; Consistent - The proposed designation identifies the Sunset Island Bridges # I, 2 and 4 as individually contributing historic sites within the Sunset Islands I, II, III and IV. The areas subject to review would encompass all bridge elevations and plans, including structural and architectural features, gate houses, lighting fixtures, site and landscape features, as well as public rights-of-way, including bridge roadways and approaches. The boundaries have been identified through careful historical research and architectural investigation. 6 6. Whether changed or changing conditions make the passage of the proposed change necessary; Consistent - Designation of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 would provide protection of three significant historical resources, and it will help to ensure that any rehabilitation or new construction will be completed in a sensitive manner. The insensitive alteration or demolition of any of these historic sites would constitute as a significant loss to the surrounding neighborhood and to the City of Miami Beach. 7. Whether the proposed change will adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood; Consistent - The proposed change should not negatively affect living conditions or the quality of life for the surrounding neighborhood. Indeed, the quality of living conditions in designated historic areas has significantly improved since the City started designating historic sites and districts. The designation of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 would help to maintain the special character of the area and to preserve one of the major defining elements associated with the Sunset Islands I, II, III and IV. 8. Whether the proposed change will create or excessively increase traffic congestion beyond the Level Of Service as set forth in the Comprehensive Plan or otherwise affect public safety; Consistent - As designation encourages the retention of the existing structures and does not change the permitted land uses, the traffic levels of service set forth in the Comprehensive Plan will not be affected by designation. Likewise, public safety will not be negatively affected. 9. Whether the proposed change will seriously reduce light and air to adjacent properties; Consistent - The designation will result in the retention of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4; and thus, there will not be a reduction in light or air to adjacent properties. Each low-lying bridge consists of three massive, sweeping arches with closed spandrels and possesses classical cast concrete urn-type guardrail balusters. 10. Whether the proposed change will adversely affect property values in the adjacent area; Consistent - As property values and value of construction have historically increased in the existing designated historic sites and districts, there is no evidence to suggest that designation would adversely affect property values in the area surrounding the proposed designation. To the contrary, the preservation of the Sunset Island Bridges #1, 2 and 4 would reinforce and promote continuous quality enhancement of the Sunset Islands I, II, III and IV. 7 11. Whether the proposed change will be a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property in accordance with existing regulations; Consistent - The proposed amendment will not change the development regulations for adjacent sites which must comply with their own site specific development regulations. Furthermore, the proposed ordinance should not affect the ability for adjacent property to be developed in accordance with said regulations. Designation of the Sunset Island Bridges # 1, 2 and 4 would ensure smart development which is sensitive to the unique aesthetic character of the area and respectful of its early origins. 12. Whether there are substantial reasons why the property cannot be used in accordance with existing zoning; Consistent - The permitted land uses are not affected since the proposed amendment does not change the underlying zoning district for any property. 13. Whether it is impossible to find other adequate Sites in the City for the proposed Use in a district already permitting such Use; Not Applicable - This review criteria is not applicable to this Zoning Ordinance amendment. CONCLUSION Based on the foregoing, the Administration has concluded that the City Commission should adopt the Designation Report and the subject amending ordinance. &; JGP\HSM\DJG MHF\mhf\smm\f:\Plan\$AII\cc _ memos\ 1284CM 1.97 8