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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSubmittal-Ben Fernandez-Letters of Support from Neighbors.4 h h 45 BUENA VISTA SUBMITTILD INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITFM-p7-.-3 ON 1091y. LETTERS OF SUPPORT FROM NEIGHBORS I+- 0W4 hr - 3uWitioi - den �ctnon ke-1,Otlr 0- 3QpP 'R" R# N SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 From: Terry Riley TR@KRNYC com d? ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK Subject: Fw: Appeal of HEPB Decision re: 4510 NE 2nd Avenue / 191 NE 45th Street / P -Z 9 Date: October 5, 2014 at 1:20 PM To: harry.benitah@mac.com Harry, I am in Madrid for a lecture and won't be able to attend the meeting at the City this Thursday. I have sent the attached letter to the Commissioners (as well as the board of BVEHNA). If you think it is useful, feel free to read any of it into the record. Good luck, Terry Riley From: Terry Riley Sent: Sunday, October 5, 2014 1:00 PM To: tregalado@miamigov.com; khardemon@miamigov.com; msarnoff@miamigov.com; fsuarez@miamigov.com; wgort@miamigov; fcarollooffice@miamigov.com Cc: JMcQueen@miamigov.com; citymanager@miamigov.com; vmendez@miamigov.com; clerks@miamigov.com; fgarcia@miamigov.com; mschmitt@miamigov.com Subject: Appeal of HEPB Decision re: 4510 NE 2nd Avenue / 191 NE 45th Street / P -Z 9 Dear Commissioners, I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on October 29, but the item was deferred and I am now out of the country. So, I hope you will have a moment to consider my thoughts. I have met with the Buena Vista East Historic Neighborhood Associations's board to voice my concerns about the Association's decision to appeal the HEPB's decisions regarding Mr. Benitah's project. I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project and urge you to turn down the Association's appeal. I am a practicing architect and I was the director of the Miami Art Museum during the architect selection and the design processes for the new waterfront museum. Prior to that, I was Chief Curator for Architecture and Design at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. As such, I have spent much of my professional career making careful evaluations on the merits of works of architecture, both proposals and existing structures. The Historic and Environmental Preservation Board made the correct decision in declining to protect the two existing properties. The structure at 191 NE 45th Street is a dilapidated and substandard. A warren of tiny living units, it would never meet the city's requirements for construction or occupancy today. The adjacent property is less offensive, but truly ordinary and not worthy of landmark protection. It also has a serious flaw in that access to the tenants' parking area is on 2nd Avenue. Cars cross over the pedestrian sidewalk as they try to get out of or into the (unfortunately) high speed traffic on 2nd Avenue. This is dangerous and all too common in Buena Vista. The attached map shows the nearby street crossings with stop signs in red. The misalignment of many of these E -W streets causes traffic problems. However, the number of mid -block access points (yellow triangles) makes the problem much greater. Mr. Benitah's project proposes to address this problem by having all automobiles exit the parking area on the side street. There is far, far less traffic on the side street and drivers will have to pull up to the stop sign before entering 2nd Avenue. Pedestrians are protected by a crosswalk. This arrangement is, in fact, quite typical for Buena Vista. On the map attached, all of the rectangles in red are multi -family structures (most with ground floor commercial space) and parking off the side street. I have lived in Buena Vista for 8 years. My house is across the street from a structure with ground floor commercial spaces, multiple residential tenants above and parking behind. I have never seen an accident or near -accident, and there is no negative impact on the level of traffic on my street. In fact, when it rains and some sidewalks flood, I usually walk down the middle of the street to keep my feet dry. I rarely ever have to move for a passing car or truck. The Buena Vista neighborhood has many diverse styles of buildings. The largest distinction is between those on the residential E -W Streets and on 1st Avenue NE. The structures on 2nd Avenue and Miami Avenue are much more commercial in nature. It is my opinion that the proposed design would be a very handsome addition to the commercial buildings that are part of the neighborhood. The relatively small scale of the development is encouraging, especially when big -box retail projects are being proposed for sites not so far from Buena Vista. The two levels of multi -family housing will have the first new apartments to be built in the neighborhood for a very long time. Maintaining the neighborhood's tradition of multi -family housing units is a good thing for keeping the neighborhood affordable and diverse The developers are proposing, if I understand correctly, that the commercial storefronts have zero setback on the eastern property line, which would keep them in line with the other structures on the block. Urbanistically, I consider this to be a very good thing and I am surprised that setbacks are even allowed in such a circumstance. In closing, I repeat my support for Mr. Benitah's plans. There are few too developers who are concentrating their efforts on smaller in -fill buildings, the type of buildings that build strong neighborhoods, encourage street life and favor pedestrain traffic over automobiles. Sincerely, Terry Riley 168 NE 43rd Street SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK LEGEND - MULMAhb Y �� TENANT M1ktM1G AWCULAN ACCO$ ACOWS S.U6ALA ®SKV SICNAA7 CWh5WALR OR I I LEGEND I j _j j _j jj L L LL- ��NE 2nd AVENUE, MIAMI L LL STOP SIGN AND CROSSWALK SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) EZ.3 ON 10/912014- CITY CLERK MULTIFAMILY TENANT PARKING VEHICULAR ACCESS ACROSS SIDEWALK STOP SIGN AND CROSSWALK SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) EZ.3 ON 10/912014- CITY CLERK SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK From: Buena Vista Deli <buenavistadeli@hotmail.com> Date: September 29, 2014 at 10:16:27 EDT To: "JMcQueen@miamigov.com" <JMcQueen@miamigov.com> Subject: Harry Benitah project 45 Dear Commissioner Hardemon & Chief of Staff McQueen, am writing this letter in support of the project 45 Buena Vista, located at 4510 NE 2nd Avenue. Miami. FL 33137. As owner and operator of Buena Vista Bistro located at 4582 NE 2nd Avenue, have been what many call a pioneer in the commercial interest of Buena Vista. I opened the Bistro back in 2007, at a time when the corridor was economically depressed, and when crime was the norm. Since the opening of the Bistro, and subsequently Buena Vista Deli as well as Buena Vista Chocolate & Wine, we have experienced a renaissance and revitalization of the corridor. We need only look to the development just south in the Design District, and to the number of other businesses that have now called the corridor home, making it a vital, attractive and people - friendly area. With that all said, let me stress the importance of the continued development of the corridor so that we do not end up with a gleaming beacon in the Design District and without continued development, a regressive commercial corridor just to the north along 2nd Avenue. We need to have continuity to ensure continued economic vitality, continued crime reduction and a place where neighbors freely amble to enjoy a progressive commercial corridor. 45 Buena Vista will no doubt contribute greatly to the economic vitality, increased property value, increased tax roll for the City and with the proposal of underground parking, will provide much needed parking that will most definitely help alleviate parking issues that so badly plague the area now. We are confident that the project is and will continue to serve as an economic and aesthetic boost to the corridor. And I'm writing not just as a business owner, fully vested in District 5, but also as a register voter and homeowner residing at 50 NE 50 Terrace, who want to fully realize the potential of an economically viable district. I'm imploring you to support 45 Buena Vista as we are confident it will be an undeniable asset in the progress of District 5. 4 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK Cory Finot Co owner Buena Vista Deli Buenavista Chocolate & Wine 4590 NE 2nd ave Miami FL 33137 Buenavistadeli.com Buenavistachocolate. com SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 101912014. CITY CLERK From: Florian Jouln iouinf06Cgooglemaii com Subject: 45 BUENA VISTA, located at 4510 NE 2nd Avenue Date: October 8, 2014 at 2:28 PM To: khardemonC7miamtgov.com, JMcQueen s`miamigovcom Dear Keon and James, My name is Florian Jouin and I am the owner of the house located at 56 NE 51 ST STREET, MIAMI FL 33137 1 have recently heard about the project located at 4510 NE 2nd Ave. As an owner in this "transitioning" neighborhood I welcome any positive changes that will raise the value of my property, its why I wanted to give it my full support. It is also a beautiful project that will provide much needed parking for the neighborhood. I also wanted to point our that the businesses who are already operating at this location such as Buena Vista Deli are the heart of the neighborhood and inflect a breath of energy to NE 2nd Ave. I personally enjoy going there on the weekend but the building is in need of a severe update and the project proposed is doing so in a marvelous way. I hope that this project goes trough as we need it. Best, Florian Jouin 56 NE 51 ST STREET MIAMI, FL 33137 Cell: +1954-881-3591 Skype: jouinf06 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 101912014. CITY CLERK From: David Leonardo daveleonardo, notmau.con- Subject: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2nd Avenue and 191 NE 45 Street) Date: October 8, 2014 at 1:37 PM To: khardemoneimiamigovccm, JMcQueenamiamigovcorr. Cc: harry.benitahcl'mac.com Dear Commissioners: I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. As a resident of Historic Buena Vista, I am delighted that the project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I am not in agreement with the Homeowner's Association filing an appeal of the HEPB's decision. I support for most of what our Neighborhood Association has done for us but in this matter, the Association does not speak for all of its residents. I fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. The Historical Board has approved the project and many changes have been made by the architect to accommodate our neighborhoods design requests. The Association has done a good job of protecting and preserving the neighborhood, but I'm afraid it has got it wrong in appealing the HEPB's decision. The insistence on having a parking entrance on NE2nd would not be in line with all the other businesses on NE2nd but it will also cause potential traffic issues on NE 2nd Ave as people try to enter/exit the building in this high traffic area. Additionally, while I am a strong supporter of preserving the historical buildings that make up our neighborhood, it has already been determined that these two buildings are "non-contributing" to the overall historic makeup of the neighborhood. Though I'd like to be at this hearing in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. I strongly support 45 BUENA VISTA project as approved by the HEPB, and urge that you uphold that decision. Yours sincerely, David Leonardo 4726 NE Miami Ct. Miami, FL 33137 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 101912014. CITY CLERK From: Slnuhe leitergallery@aol.com Subject: Re: Support 45 BUENA VISTA PROJECT Date: October 8, 2014 at 9:42 AM To: harry. ben itah 9 mac corn, khardemon0amiamigov.com, JMcQueen 9miamigov.corn Dear commissioners, I would like to express my support for Project 45 BUENA VISTA, located at 4510 NE 2nd Avenue. I, Sinuhe Vega, a resident of Buena Vista for 15 yrs, find this project to be incredibly tasteful and well aligned with the future of this neighborhood. I think most of our commercial corridor is outdated and they lack parking. Projects like this one , bring standard up to code and to the times. I understand that there is some controversy, but that's to be expected. I'm confident that if we took a survey, most of the neighborhood would be in favor of this project. I was part of the renaissance of this neighborhood 14 yrs ago when I open the first gourmet cafe in the are (Cane A Sucre gourmet sandwich bar). Then I was part of the birth of MIMO Historic District, on Biscayne BLVD, and sat on the board for many years, as well as owning UVA69 Restaurant and property. I'm currently working on the revival of Downtown North Miami, where I own property and a restaurant. All of which shows that I have fought for preservation, but without ousting development. We fight to bring project like this one. This development is a gift to the neighborhood and should not be stopped. Sincerely Sinuhe Vega 168 ne 44 st miami FI 33137 leiterciallerye-aol.com sinuheacaneasucre.com SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 101912014. CITY CLERK September 26 2014 Dear Sir, Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the meeting regarding the project at 4510 NE 2nd avenue as I will be traveling to California. My wife and I own a few properties around. 4330 NE 2nd avenue, next door where Mandolin is and the house and the empty lot behind these properties. We have started purchasing these properties in 2005 and have kept them since refusing many offers to sell. The reason is that we really like this neighborhood. And I am convinced that the new project in front of you can only be a huge enhancement to the neighborhood. I also personally know Mr. Harry Benitah and I know he will do a great job. Not only in the construction of this project but in his choice of possible tenants. I hope this project will be gladly approved. In case you need to reach me, you may call me on my cell phone at +1305 799 2000. My very best regards, Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte General Manager Montres Journe America SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) P ON 101912014. CITY CLERK October 8, 20014. Re: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2nd Avenue and 191 NE 45 Street) Dear Honorable Commissioners: I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. I'm an active property business owner of the Historic Buena Vista since 1984, I also grow up in the neighborhood as a teenager since 1972 . I am delighted that the project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I cannot understand why the Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. As a member of the Association , I did not recalled any official meeting or any vote taken concerning this matter from the Association to the members of the community at large. I fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. The Association has done a good job of protecting and preserving the neighborhood, but I'm afraid it has got it wrong in appealing the HEPB's decision. We cannot afford to have the Association purport to be the voice of all who live in the neighborhood. Though I'd like to be at this hearing in person, but I have a law exam this afternoon. I'm trying to chase and hold on to the American dream. I strongly support this project as approved by the HEPB, and urge that you uphold that decision.. 11 Yours sincerely, Georges William 4584 NE 2nd Ave Miami Florida 33137. Tel: 305-576-7768 Fax: 305-576-7769 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK From: Subject: NE 2nd Ave/45th Street Project Date: September 29, 2014 at 12:17 PM To: JMcQueen@miamigov.com Good afternoon James, This is email is regarding the project 45 Buena Vista Project. I am the partner of a Home Owner in Buena Vista. (Would prefer to remain anonymous). We had to acquire numerous permits and Historic permissions to renovate our home. It would be great if other homes in the area would do the same, but that is not the case. IF they do improvements, normally it is without the permits and partially completed. Now someone wants to do a project that is both commercial/residential, good news right? Unfortunately, the developer of 45 Buena Vista is having to deal with the same issues we did, but on a larger scale and the BVEHNA Homeowners are questioning every detail. If the buildings have been deemed non -Historic, and the project is not breaking "Miami 21 ", I am not sure why BVEHNA are fighting this project except for: -the parking entrance on 45th, though most cars will be entering from NE 2nd Ave. (Agree) 'BVEHNA is hoping to achieve one way streets (except for 46th) -that other developers will come in and want to tear down for other possibly bigger projects (oppose). Will the neighborhood still keep its Historic charm with this building facing NE 2nd without a set back? (Yes). It is primarily facing NE 2nd Ave, and needless to say a huge improvement compared to the existing buildings. Honestly I believe if this project is blocked, another one will come up and the Homeowners will fight again. How long will the Homeowners fight? I love being a part of the neighborhood and BVEHNA, but am having concerns. SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 From: Andrew Frey um,.d.com ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK Subject: Support for 45 Buena Vista Date: October 8, 2014 at 11:50 PM To: kharderron(,�i m arnigov.com, JMc0ueen@ m arnigov com, Sarnoff, Marc (Commissioner) msarnoff@miamigov.com, Ron Nelson rnelsondmiamigov.con,, Melissa Fernandez-Stiers MStiers@miamigov.com, Francis Suarez tsuarezLmiamigov.com Bcc: harry. ben itahc,mac.corr Commissioners, I understanding you will consider today an appeal of HEP Board approval of a project called 45 Buena Vista. I have no connection to the project, but I have seen the plans, support it, and hope you will too. The project will replace non-contributing buildings with a small, 3 -story, 12 -unit (plus some retail) building that complies with zoning, is compatible in scale with the neighborhood, and is very attractive. More importantly, to kill this project would broadcast widely a terrible message to all Miami small, local property owners who want to improve their own neighborhoods, and whom you and many civic groups are currently trying so hard to help. Best regards, Andrew Frey City of Miami Resident 786 261 3380 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK From: sarahlacnariotte:alaol com Subject: Support 45 Buena Vista Date: October 8, 2014 at 3:36 PM To: khardemon:6miamigov.com, jmcqueen@miamigov.com Cc: narry.benitahCmac.com To whom it may concern, I owns four properties in the Buena Vista Historical District, two commercial and two residential, located between 43rd and 44th street and NE 2nd Avenue. Concerning the project at 4510 NE 2nd avenue, I came to the last hearing commission to be able to state my support, but it was postponed. I will not be able to attend the new meeting, and wanted to make sure you receive my letter of support for this project. I strongly support the HEPB decision to approve this project. This neighborhood has always had a cohesive mixed used element and I find this project to be extremely tasteful and a wonderful addition to our neighborhood. As for the parking entrance issue raised by the opponents of this project, I would like to point out that all of the properties on the NE 2nd Avenue corridor have their parking entrances on the corresponding "residential" streets. To disallow this project based on that would be completely arbitrary. Thanking you in advance for your consideration, Sarah B. Lacharlotte 305-785-4555 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ-3 From: stacy richman stacyrichmanC-hotmail com ON 1019!2014. CITY CLERK Subject: RE: email support Date: September 27, 2014 at 9:52 PM To: Harry Benitahii£.r:-,i(. Mr. McQueen. I have lived in Buena Vista for over 13 years. I live/own the Art Deco bldg. on the corner of 44th Street and Ne 2nd Ave. I have done more to Buena Vista's beauty and integrity and its socio structure than most of its residents. I am a former executives with CBS NEWS for over 25 years; Miami was my last assignment covering South and Latin America. I strongly and undoubtedly and unequivocally give my support and desire the project being proposed at NE 2nd Avenue and 45th St. If there should be any reason for soliciting my verbal and physical presence in pursuit of this project, then, please kindly notify me. Regards, Stacy Richman From: Michel bitton -nichelbrttonC1yahoo.com Subject: 45 Buena Vista Date: October 8, 2014 at 5:06 PM To: kharoernon6'4miamrgovcom, JMCQue.en ,'!a�)mrarmgov.com y Dear Commissionner and Chief of Staff SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK My name is Michel Bitton, i am a resident of District 5, leaving at Midtown Condominium I would like to give my support to Mr Harry Benitah and his project in Buena Vista. I am very familiar with the neighborhood, being an regular customers at the different restaurants on NE 2nd avenue. I think that this area needs some great improvement like this project. We are all very happy to see how great this area have been developed and improved with the support of the City of Miami. I understand that there is an appeal against that project, which to me does not make any sense. This will only ad and aesthetic and economical value to the neighborhood. It also provide a parking solution which is an amazing upside to that area. I hope that the board of Commissionner will be in favor of this project, and will not be influenced by a loud minority that has been trying to stop every projects. Best Regards Michel Bitton From: ScottRRosen . scor r rosen a gmd l.com Subject: 45 Buena Vista 0 4510 NE 2nd Ave Date: October 9, 2014 at 9:54 AM To: kharoemon4 miamrguvcom Cc: harry. benitahC- mac. corn Commissionner, SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK I wanted to be present and speak about the above 45 Buena Vista @ 4510 NE 2nd Ave issue on September 29, 2014, but unfortunately that item was deferred. As a resident of Historic Buena Vista neighborhood, I am delighted that the project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I cannot understand why the Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. I would like to voice my support for the 45 Buena Vista Project @ 4510 NE 2nd Ave. Asa member of community I know that this project will improve the neighborhood and add value. I think that it would be a travesty and injustice to prevent it from coming to being. I hope that you support it as well - it is the right thing to do. Sincerely, Scott Rosen SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK From: Sarkis Anac sarkis.anac,'�=�gmail.cam Subject: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista Date: October 8, 2014 at 12:00 PM To: JMcQueen@miamigov.com Bcc: harry. ben itah6�mac.com Re: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2nd & 191 NE 45 Street) Chief of Staff James McQueen I am writing you in support of the 45 Buena Vista project and wish for my support to be officially recorded. As a owner of property and resident of Historic Buena Vista, I was more than happy with the project when I heard of it. The project will bring much needed value to our neighborhood as well as clean up one of the last remaining dilapidated properties on NE 2nd Ave (I live less than 500 feet away from the proposed site). To be totally honest, I am actually confused as to why the Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. ALL of the residents I have spoken to are in FULL support of bringing this project to our neighborhood. We are finally starting to revitalize our neighborhood and stopping this project from happening would be a HUGE mistake. I went to the hearing last week at City Hall and stayed there from 4pm to 10pm until we were told it would have to be re -scheduled. I would be going this Thursday at 2pm, but unfortunately I have work commitments that I cannot re -schedule. AS A DISTRICT 5 RESIDENT AND VOTER I STRONGLY SUPPORT 45 BUENA VISTA PROJECT AS APPROVED BY THE HEPB, AND URGE TAHT YOU UPHOLD THAT DECISION. Regards Sarkis Anac 171 NE 46 ST, MIAMI, FL 33137 Gmail - 45 Buena Vista Project Gd +i -.J, 45 Buena Vista Project Diana Florez <diana@dewittamerica.com> To: "JMcQueen@miamigov.com" <JMcQueen@miamigov.com> To whom it may concern, 9/29/14, 12:31 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK Fri, Sep 26, 2014 at 5:36 P I am contacting you in regards to the 45 Buena Vista Project. I fully support this project as it is going to bring more value and business to the neighborhood. Best regards, Diana Florez Director of Montres Dewitt America 4330 Ne 2 Ave, Miami fl 33137 T:3055729812 Sent from my iPhone https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/7ui=2&ik=8b9fOf4517&vlew=pt&search=inbox&th=l48b3e538e0752d3&siml=148b3e538e0752d3 Page 1 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK October 8, 2014 Re: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2nd Avenue and 19 '1 N E 4CStreet (PZ9) Dear Commissioners: I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. As a resident of District 5 and neighbor of Historic Buena Vista, I am delighted that Mr. Benitah's project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I cannot understand why the Historic Buena Vista Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HF.PH's decision. I fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. We cannot afford to have the voice of a few hijack the development and betterment of this section of District S. Though I'd like to be at this hearing in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. As a stakeholder I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project as approved by the IIEPB, and urge that you uphold that decision. Yours sincerely, Fabienne T. Boughto 50 NE 50 Terrace Miami, FL 33137 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK October 8, 2014 Re: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2114 Avenue and 19A(l NF. 4$Street (PZ9) Dear Commissioners - I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. As a resident of District 5 and neighbor of Historic Buena Vista, I am delighted that Mr. Renitah's project will serve to further enhance Cour community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I cannot understand why the Historic Buena Vista Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. 1 fully support the project and wish to have fitly support recorded. We cannot afford to have the voice of a few hijack the development and betterment of this section of District S. 'Though I'd like to be at this hearing; in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. As a stakeholder I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project as approved by the HF.PR, and urge that you uphold that decision. Yours sincerely, te;✓Y��C SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK October 8, 2014 Re: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2n1 Avenue and 1991 NE 45Street (PZ9) Dear Commissioners: 1 had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. As a resident of District 5 and neighbor of Historic buena Vista, I am delighted that Mr. Benitah's project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process. I cannot understand why the Historic Buena Vista Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HF.PB's decision. 1 fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. We cannot afford to have the voice of a few hijack the development and betterment of this section of District 5. Though I'd like to be at this hearing in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. As a stakeholder I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project as approved by the HEPES, and urge thatyou uphold that decision. Yours sincerely, -i c- r„ I �r r- � SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 10/9/2014. CITY CLERK October 8, 2014 Re. Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 NE 2na Avenue and 1901 NE 4$Street (P7.9) Dear Commissioners: 1 had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that item was deferred. As a resident of District 5 and neighbor of Historic Buena Vista, I am delighted that Mr. Benitah's project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, f cannot understand why the Historic Buena Vista Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. I fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. We cannot afford to have the voice of a few hijack the development and betterment of this section of District 5. Though 1'd like to be at this hearing in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. As a stakeholder I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project as approved by the HEPB, and urge that you uphold that decision. Yours sincerely, Jence Washington 50 NE 50 Terrace Miami, FL 33137 SUBMITTED INTO THE PUBLIC RECORD FOR ITEM(S) PZ.3 ON 101912014. CITY CLERK L October 8, 2014 Ke: Appeal of HEPB Decision regarding 45 Buena Vista (4510 IAF. 2n" Avenue and 1901 N E 44 Street (PZ9) Dear Commissioners: I had hoped to speak about the above referenced issue on September 29, 2014, but sadly that itern was deferred. As a resident of District 5 and neighbor of Historic Buena Vista, I am delighted that Mr. Benitah's project will serve to further enhance our community. While I can appreciate the democratic process, I cannot understand why the Historic Buena Vista Homeowner's Association has filed an appeal of the HEPB's decision. I fully support the project and wish to have my support recorded. We cannot afford Lo have the voice of a few hijack the development and betterment of this section of District 5. Though I'd like to be at this hearing in person, in trying to chase or hold on to the American dream, I have to work. As a stakeholder I strongly support Mr. Benitah's project as approved by the HL"I)B, and urge that you uphold that decision. Yours sincerely,