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05-30-06
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City of Miami Vision Statement: "To Be an International City which E,,'thodios Diverrzty, .Economic pportunify, fective Customer
Service and a High)! Rated Qual0, oj Ldfe"
CONIM E N S
'1"he following comments represent the unified vision of the Pre -Application
of all staff members in the Urban Design and Land Development Divisions, 1
pedestrian -friendly distinct neighborhoods, promote transit connections, and
buildings, blocks, streets, and parks that contribute to a prosperous city for all
Design Review Comm' tee, which consist
"he City of Miami strives to achieve diverse
provide contextual, safe, and comfortable
residents to enjoy.
Architecture
• submitted changes to the program of the building were found appropriate.
• "Ilhe committee appreciates the updated south elevation of the garage. Consider providing a more random
pattern of stucco panels along this elevation, in keeping with the design spirit of the building.
J.)• The committee appreciates the garage treatment details provided in the latest submittal Ensure that garage
lights will not be visible through the metal louver treatment. This can be achieved by reversing the angle of the
louver so that garage lights are not visible from the street level, or by placing a dense mesh material behind the
louvers to block light.
• The committee appreciates the explanation of the intent of the art images along the parking podium. Ensure
that the intent of these images, including their rotating basis and their maintenance, is fulfilled. Furthermore,
ensure that these images are not used for commercial purposes,
Pedestrian Realm
• Provide additional details of the paver materials and colors to be used 111 tlie • abbe plazas and .vehicular drop-
offs.
The Planning Department reserves the right to comment further on the project as details and/or explanations are
provided and may revise previous comments based on this additional information.
Please note that the Planning Department reviews Special Permit proposals based on architectural design, site
planning and urban design issues, '17he project still needs to be reviewed and comply with other department's
requiremen
It is our intention with these comments to aid in expediting Special Permit applications with your
voluntary efforts in making the necessary changes; thereby, avoiding any preventable delays particularly
prior to a project's submission to the Large Scale Development Committee or the Urban Development
Review .Board.