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1145 SW ath Street
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Zoning Ordinance 11000
1, Section 1304.2.1 Application forms: supplementary materials
(a)
Statements of Ownership and control of the proposed development or
activity.
he Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit is provided in Tab B.
(b) Statement describing in detail the character and intended use of the
development or activity.
The portion of SW 8'h Street in which the property is located, is
characterized by a combination of SD-14, C-1 and R-3 zoning. Nordica on
8 is to be located on an approximately 2.99 acre site with frontage on
three streets, namely SW 8th Street, SW 7th Street and SW 12,h Avenue.
Currently the property is underutilized and mostly vacant.
Nordica on 8 expected to cater primarily to young working professionals
interested in living and working near Brickell and Downtown area. The site
plan proposes a total of 387 residential dwelling units and approximately
19,132 square feet of ground floor retail space. The proposed retail will be
located primarily along SW 8in Street and 12th Avenue, which are already
commercial corridors. The ground floor retail space will encourage new
pedestrian activity along SW 8th Street and SW 12th Avenue and will further
the intent of the SD-14 Zoning District which encourages retail activities,
services and cultural uses with a strong pedestrian orientation,
uninterrupted along around floor level pedestrian frontages of building.
Opportunities for living above places of business is also encouraged within
SD-14.
From a transportation standpoint, Nordica on 8 benefits greatly from the
fact that the project is located between two streets, SW 7,1-' Street and SW
8 Street, that function as section line roadways.
The property is also located within walking distance to Riverside Park and
Riverside Elementary School.
Although the project is the first property to redevelop at this Calie Oche
intersection, the project is compatible with the surrounding C-1 and SD-14
areas and it is consistent with all applicable zoning regulations under
those districts.
n terms of economic ]rl.pact, the prc:iect will provide approximately
$629,610 in impact fees to the City of Miami and Miami --Dade County, as
well as approximately $974,335 annually in ad valorem foxes. Furthermore,
the short term construction and ernp'•.oymenf wooes and other
expenditures associated with the project total over $17 million,
(c) General location map, showing relation of the site or activity for which
special permit is sought to major streets, schools, existing utilities,
shopping areas, important physical features in and adjoining the project
or activity and the like,
The following exhibits are included with the Major Use Special Permit
Application:
Aerial: Aerial Photograph of the surrounding area indicating the
project site.
Area Context Map/Site Aerial: Map of the project area indicating
buildings that surround the site.
(3) Location Map.
(d) A site plan containing the title of the project and the names of the project
planner and developer, date, and north arrow, and based on an exact
survey of the property drawn to a scale of sufficient size to show.
The project developer is Astor Development Group
The architect is MSA Architects, Inc.
The project's engineer is ADA Engineering, Inc.
The general information requested is shown under Tab K and Q.
(1)
Boundaries of the project, any existing streets, buildings,
watercourses, easements, and section lines.
The boundaries and the location of existing streets and easements
are shown on the Boundary Survey located under Tab Q.
(2) Exact location of all buildings and structures.
The Exact location of all existing buildings is shown on the Boundary
Survey under Tob Q.
Access and traffic flow and how vehicular traffic will be separated
from pedestrian and other types of traffic.
(3)
The specific description of site access and traffic flow is provided in
the Traffic impact Analysis located under Tab N. The project will
have ingress and egress from SW 7'h Street and from SW 8th Street.
The ground floor retail areas located at the corners of SW 12Th
Avenue and SW 8h Street and 7'h Street, create a pedestrian
friendly urban environment on these streets.
(4) Off street parking and off street loading areas.
The off street parking and off street loading areas are shown on the
site plans located under Tab Q. The 3-story parking structure and I
story of basement level parking will contain 477 spaces to provide
adequate parking for the residential and retaii uses, which require
o total of 473 spaces under the Code. The parking garage is
located on levels 1-3 in addition to the basement level, and is
described on sheets A-2.1-A-2.4.
(5) Recreational facilities locations.
The facilities are for the use of the residents and are shown under
Tab Q. An Amenity deck will be located on the 5th and 4th floor of
Building HI. These two floors will contain a 2-story fitness center,
swimming pool, and a club house with a clubroom, cyber cafe,
and billiards room among other amenities.
(6) Screens and buffers
Ali screens and buffers are shown under Tab Q.
(7) Refuse collection areas.
These facilities are shown under Tab Q. The waste collection area is
entirely enclosed and located within the service area of the
building. These areas will not be visible from any of the adjacent
streets.
(8) Access to utilities and points of utilities hook ups.
Access and connections to site utilities are discussed in the Site
Utility Study, located under Tab O.
(e) Tabulations of total gross acreage in the project and the percentages
thereof proposed to be devoted to:
(1) The various permitted uses.
Complete tabulation is shown on the site plan included under Tab
Q.
(2) Ground coverage by structures,
Compete tabulat,on: its sho`vn on the .si;e plan inclLadea a der lab
Q.
(f) Tabulation showing the following:
(g)
(1) The derivation of numbers of off street parking and off street loading
spaces shown in (d) above.
Complete tabulation is shown on the site plan included under Tab
Q.
(2) Total project density in dwelling units per acre,
The project's total density is approximately 176.7 dwelling units per
net acre, for a total of 387 units (where 200 units per acre is
permitted under the existing land use designation for the Past Little
Havana area).
If common facilities (such as recreation areas of structures, private streets,
common open space, etc.) are to be provided for the development,
statements as to how such common facilities are to be provided and
permanently maintained.
All common facilities will be maintained and controlled by the Owner.
(h) Storm drainage and sanitary sewerage plans.
Storm drainage, water distribution, wastewater, and solid waste
generation provisions are discussed in the Site Utility Study located under
Tab O.
Architectural definitions for buildings in the development; exact number of
dwelling units, sizes, and types, together with typical floor plans of each
type.
Detailed information and breakdown of square footage of all uses are
found under Project Description included under Tab Q. Typical floor plans
for the residential units, as well as all elevations and sections are also
located under Tab Q.
(j) Plans for signs, if any.
N/A
(k) Landscaping plan, including types, sizes, and locations of vegetation and
decorative shrubbery, and showing provisions for irrigation and future
maintenance.
0)
(m)
The proposed landscaping plans are found under Tab Q. Landscaping Miff
be maintained by the Owner.
Plans for recreation facilities, if any, including location and general
description of building for such use.
The recreation facilities are shown under Tab Q. An amenity deck w;Ii be
located on the 4th and 5'" floor of Building Ill. These two floors will contain a
swimming pool and a clubhouse with a clubroom, cyber cote, a two story
fitness center, and billiards room among other amenities.
Such additional data, maps, plans, or statennents as may be required for
the particular use or activity involved.
The details of the spaces and calculations used to compute the door
Area Ratio (FAR) are shown on the FAR plans under Tab Q. Generally, the
floor area is as follows:
Total FAR Allowed 408, 1 13.13 s.f.
FAR Calculations
Base FAR 281,457.30 s.f.
20A% PUD 120%xBase FAR) 56,291.50 s.f_
Affordable housing 1.0 x GLA 70,364.33 s.f.
TOTAL 408,1 13.13 s.f.
Total Proposed FAR 357,378.73 s.f.
(n) Such additional data as the Applicant may believe is pertinent to the
proper consideration of the site and development plan.
N/A
2. Section 1702.2.1 General Report
(1)
Property ownership and beneficial interest within the boundaries of the
area proposed for Major Use Special Permit.
Statement of Ownership and beneficial interest within the boundaries of
the area proposed for Major Use Special Permit is provided in Tab B.
(2) The nature of the unified interest or control.
The nature of the unified interest or control is indicated in Tab B.
(3) Survey of the proposed area showing property lines and ownership.
A copy of the survey of the entire property and the lots to be rezoned are
included under Tab Q.
(4) Map of existing features, including streets, alleys, easements, utilities lines,
existing land use, general topography and physical features.
he existing site features and utility lines are shown in the survey of the
property located 'under Tab Q. The site features and the utilities are also
described in the Site Utility Study, located under Tab Q.
(5) Materials to demonstrate the relationship of the elements listed in (4)
proceeding to surrounding area characteristics,
The drawings submitted with the Application are located under Tab Q.
(6) Existing zoning and adopted comprehensive plan designations for the
area on and around the lands proposed for Major Use Special Permit,
(3)
(a)
The property is currently designated High Density Residential Little Havana
Target Area t,200 units per acre). The property is zoned a combo of SD-14,
C-1!SD-25, and R-3/SD-12. The Zoning Atlas map for the area in which the
property is located is found in Tab F, and indicates the existing and
surrounding zoning.
Section 1702.2.2 Major Use Special Permit Design and Development Plan.
Relationships of the concept plan to surrounding, existing and proposed
future uses, activities, systems, and facilities (transportation, recreation,
view corridors, pedestrian systems, service systems, and similar uses)
Section 1 (b) under Tab L contains a written narrative of this project
outlining proposed uses, activities and architectural character. The traffic
report in Tab N also contains descriptions of the project's relationship to
traffic, pedestrian movements, and transportation access. Elevations and
sections showing the proposed materials, vertical profile and height, and
orientation to street are included in the Drawings submitted with this
Application. The drawings submitted are found under Tab Q.
(b) Existing zoning and adopted comprehensive plan principles and
designations.
The property is currently designated High Density Multi -family Residential.
The property is zoned combo SD-14, C-1, with an SD-25 overlay and R-3,
with an SD-12 overlay. The zoning Atlas map for the area in which the
property is located is found in Tab F, and indicates the existing and
surrounding zoning. The project is consistent with both the land use and
zoning designations.
4. Section 1702.2,3 Development Impact Study
(a) A traffic analysis shall be submitted for an area within approximately Y.
mile of the site, or an area including the major intersections to be
impacted by the site, whichever is larger,
The Traffic Impact estimates are included under Tob N of the Supporting
Documents. The transportation engineers conclusion is that the traffic
generated will not degrade the existing level of service.
Economic impact data shall be provided, including estimates for
construction costs, construction employment and permanent employment
and shall demonstrate that the proposed development is favorable to the
economy, public services, environment and horsing supply of the City.
The Economic Impact Study is included under Tab P of the Supporting
Documents. The study describes the impact of the development on the
economy, public services, etc.
(c) A description of proposed energy conservation measures to be
employed.
Reflective glass will used wherever possible. Landscape lighting will be
controlled by photo cell switches.
(d) Historic Buildings.
There are no historic structures on the property.
(e) Environmental Zone.
N/A
RE: Nordics On 8 MUSP Application
Environmental Impact Analysis Statement (EIAS)
To Whom It May Concern:
THE SPINNAKER GROUP
501 SN NAKER
WESTON, PL 33326
ww-w.the spinnakergrrtupiflex om
(954)347-09Ci7
Fay (954) 2t7-3614
Date: September 1e, 2007
After review and consideration of the proposed project MUSP application provided to me by MSA Architects
Inc., and prepared by MSA Architects, Lucia Dougherty Esq., Lambert Advisory LLC, Fandrei Consulting, ADA
Engineering and Astor Development Group dated January 2007, it is determined that the Nordica On 8 will have a
favorable environmental impact on the irmrtediate neighborhood. Based on the design elements and potential impact of
the development in the context of the environmental and social conditions of the study area, this EIAS takes into
consideration the following environmental issues: the economy, public services, environment and housing supply
within the City of Miami.
A complete economic impact analysis provided by Lambert Advisory LLC. is included in the MUSP
application, Tab P. In surnrnary the report states that the increase in employment opportunity as a measure of full time
jobs, wages, local taxes, direct expenditures, indirect expenditures and output generated by the project are determined to
be a positive economic result of the proposed project. Please see Tab P of the MUSP application for further analysis.
The Projects' relationship to traffic flow, pedestrian movement and transportation access is thoroughly
examined by Fandrei Consulting Inc. and can be found under Tab N in the MUSP application. By channeling
redevelopment to areas like this with existing infrastructure, the impact on natural resources can be protected.
Communities with at least ten basic services within a half mile radius reduce the impact of vehicular traffic, improve
productivity, alleviate parking problems, and promote healthy levels of outdoor physical activity. Similarly Nordica On
8 will promote public transit use due to its close proximity to bus stops with a variety of bus lines within '/. mile, Bus
stops for lines 6,8,17,207,208 are within walking distance of this project and provide service to schools, light rail, malls,
airports, residential areas and city centers. A large number of people are willing to use mass transit if it is convenient
and facilities are provided. This strategy can potentially reduce the energy demand for transportation which would cut
CO2 emissions and lessen the negative effects of building high rise sites by reducing parking. In addition the projects
4,459 square feet of restaurant space and 11,810 square feet of retail space are designed to complement the 387
residential units by encouraging pedestrian activities and cultural usages which provide a sense of community_ The site
is located in the Latin Quarter of Downtown Miami. There is existing zoning in this area of SD-14, SD-25/c-1, and SD-
12/R-3 which indicates on paper and in practice that this area could become a live, work and play type community in -
line with a New Urbanism Design philosophy. Many basic services already exist in this community and focusing
residential and retail density here will promote community connectivity which allows for living, shopping and working
in close proximity. On site amenities also include a fitness area, game room, and internet cafe which provide
recreational and social benefits as well. Having these amenities Nordica On 8 will supplement and add value to the
neighborhood, provide a sense of community and improve the quality of life through its public services.
The proposed site for Nordica On 8 is a previously developed site which is not considered prime farmland, a
greenfield, an habitat for any species on the threatened or endangered species lists and is not within 100 feet of
wetlands, or public park land, Since this site has been previously disturbed, damage to the environment is limited and
more sensitive land can be preserved. Large vegetative arcades have been used to integrate the natural setting with the
buildings thus allowing a connection between the built environment and natural spaces. These will provide protection
from sun and rain far pedestrians and act as habitat of flora and fauna. The developers' proposed plan exceeds the
requirements for open space by 13,689 square feet. Extensive green roofs using pool deck planters combined with
exterior landscaping consists of 55% native plant varieties. The majority of the existing, native trees will remain on
site, trees classified as "trash trees" or "damaged" will be removed. All major occupied areas within the units have
access to vision glazing for 50% of the space furthering the residents tie to the outside and natural light. The
landscaped pool decks are the roof of the parking garages where 100% of the parking spaces are covered. This
arrangement allows for a smaller building footprint and also will reduce the urban heat island effect for a project of this
size. The differences in temperature gradients between urban settings can be detrimental to habitat, wildlife and
migration corridors. This heat island effect can be further mitigated by using roofing materials and hardscapes with a
high solar reflective index. Doing this will potential lower energy costs as well. Site lighting can also have an impact
Building Commissioning m LEED
Consulting
THE SPINNAKER GROUP
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on nocturnal erwironntents for people as well as wild?i.fe and habitai. Reducing light pollution by limiting lighi trespass
and up lighting can improve nocturnal environments and provide greater access to the night skv.
Storniwater will be managed with drainage wells designed to recharge tie Discayrbc Aquifer. I 00% of
stotrnwater runoff will he treated on site. Sewage will be gravity feed to existing Miami Dade Water and SCWCT
Facilities for treatment. Contractors will be rewired to prepare an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan before
groundbreaking in order to reduce pollution from construction activities by controlling soil erosion, waterway
sedimentation and airborne dust generation,
Issues pertaining to the supply of housing are addressed in the Project Description portion of the MUSP
application as well as within the Economic Analysis under Tab P.
Regarding the Environmental Impact associated with this project, it is my professional opinion that the
proposed development site is appropriate and has a favorable environmental impact within the immediate
neighborhood.
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%Iason Biondi
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The Spinnaker Group
Environmental Consultants
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