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BY HAND DELIVERY
City of Miami
Department of Planning and Zoning - Hearing Boards Section
ATTN: Chief of Hearing Boards
444 SW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33130
. ►NNI A IMENT
IS MAY 20 AM l I: 08
Re: Appeal of Miami Historic and Environmental Preservation Board (the
"HEPB Board") Resolution No. HEPB-R-15-032: Approving Removal of the
Parcel Located at 109 Southwest South River Drive (the "109 Parcel") from
the South River Drive Historic District
File ID No. 15-00221
Dear Chief of Hearing Boards:
I am writing on behalf of River Inn SRD, LLC ("River Inn"), the owner of the property
directly across the street from the 109 Parcel referred to above, to submit this letter as an appeal
to the City Commission in accordance with Chapter 23 of the City of Miami Code of
Ordinances. The River Inn is located at 118 Southwest South River Drive. The item appealed is
the Resolution referred to above,'
With its Application to the City of Miami Planning Department Preservation Section, the
Applicant, Manny's Seafood Corp., sought to remove the 109 Parcel from the South River Drive
Historic District (the "District"). The Staff Report supported the Application, and the removal
of the 109 Parcel from the District was granted by a four -to -two vote of the HEPB Board on May
5, 2015. Exhibit A. The Application runs afoul of governing ordinances, covenants and
procedures, however, as is set forth below. The Commission is consequently urged to rescind
the Resolution.
Historic District Versus Single Structure. First and foremost, the Applicant focused on
the structure that used to be on the Applicant's property as opposed to what was actually placed
2
See Exhibit A (City of Miami Historic and Environmental Preservation Board Resolution
No. HEPB-R-15-032; HEPB Board Hearing of May 5, 2015 and Executed on May 11,
2015).
See Exhibit B (Application).
Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 2
at issue by the relief ultimately granted by the Resolution: changing the boundary of the District.
The Applicant incorrectly states in the Application: "Certainly and without question, this parcel
has everything in common with the adjacent parcels (to the north and south) which I own, and
nothing in common to the Miami River Inn which is across the street." Exhibit B at 3 (emphasis
in original). This statement aptly demonstrates that the Applicant misses entirely the point of the
District?
The South River Drive Historic District is grounded upon the presence of an historic
community near the "river." The "River" Inn is so named and located because of its proximity to
the Miami River. The removal of the 109 Parcel from the District, with no conditions or further
limitation, works against the very preservation for which the District exists.
The original Designation Report for the District notes that "109 South River Drive stands
on the west bank of the Miami River, across the street from the main group."4 The Applicant
puts great stock into the fact that the contributing structure on the 109 Parcel was demolished in
2003. But that means that the 109 Parcel was within the District for years -- not because of the
presence of a structure -- but because of the visual connectivity between the contributing
structures and the Miami River itself. This point is readily demonstrated by the City's own
District materials and Diagrams, all of which depict the District with both contributing structures
and non-contributing structures, and, notably, no structures on the 109 Parcel.5
For example, a large structure such as a parking garage or parking pedestal between the
nationally -designated River Inn and the bank of the Miami River on the 109 Parcel will destroy
the visual connectivity of the River Inn and the Miami River. The 109 Parcel contributes to the
historic value of the River Inn and to the District as a whole. Contrary to the relief granted by
the Resolution, the 109 Parcel needs to be regulated to preserve the historic integrity of the
adjacent contributing structures on the River Inn site,
The Application's Reliance Upon Demolition and Expiration of the Certificate of
Appropriateness is Misplaced. The Application and the Staff Report rely heavily on the fact
that the structure that was previously on the 109 Parcel has long been demolished. A cursory
examination of the procedural background of the demolition quickly reveals, however, that this
should not serve as a basis to remove the 109 Parcel from the District. One of the critical
considerations of the HEPB Board when it allowed demolition in 2003 was the presence of plans
for a replacement structure "consistent with the historic and architectural character of the historic
3
The Staff Report unfortunately buys into this flawed reasoning, noting that the
contributing structure "has been gone for 12 years." Exhibit C at 2 (Staff Report and
Recommendation).
See Exhibit D, South River Drive Historic District Designation Report dated September,
1986, at page 7. The conservation objectives as enumerated in the Designation Report
discuss a zoning treatment allowing for "hotels/tourist homes and would allow accessory
uses not to exceed 20 percent of the total floor area." Id. at 8.
See Exhibit E, City of Miami Planning Department diagrams dated July, 2010.
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Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 3
district." Exhibit C at 1.. The fact that the prior owner was unable to build the replacement
building is no reason to remove the 109 Parcel from the District. The current owner of the 109
Parcel purchased it with full knowledge of its inclusion within the District, and the limitations
associated with being within the District. The following statement is no doubt true of many
properties now lying within an Historic District: "Today, due to the economic recovery Miami is
experiencing, the current owner would like to have the parcel removed from the South River
Drive Historic District to be available for possible future development." Id. at 1.
The Staff Analysis points out that since a Special Certificate of Appropriateness was
granted for the demolition of the contributing structure on the 109 Parcel, the plans for a new
replacement structure have since expired. Exhibit B at 3. The foregoing reasoning is circular
and nullifies the historic designation regulations. To put the reasoning another way: because the
prior owner failed to construct a replacement building, the new owner is relieved entirely of the
requirement, along with any historical regulation whatsoever. This reasoning assumes that the
2003 requirement to either keep the existing structure or replace it with a replacement structure
that is "consistent with the historic and architectural character of the historic district" is less
important now that it was in 2003. The present owner of the Miami Inn respectfully urges
otherwise.
The Resolution Violated the Recorded Preservation and Conservation Easement.
Entirely absent from the Application, the Staff Analysis, and the HEPB Board's consideration, is
the fact that the subject Property is subject to a recorded Preservation and Conservation
Easement.6 The 109 Parcel, particularly referenced in the legal description as lots 1 and 2 and
"approximately 100 feet South of the S.W. 1st Street bridge, between the Miami River and S.W.
South River Drive" is subject to a December, 2001 Preservation and Conservation Easement (the
"Preservation Easement"). Id, at Exhibit A. The recorded Preservation Easement "shall run with
the land" and contemplates extinguishment only as follows: "Extinguishment must be the result
of a judicial proceeding in a court of competent jurisdiction." Id. at Whereas Clause on page 2,
and at Paragraph 25.
The lengthy Preservation Easement imposes numerous limitations, restrictions and
covenants on the properties subject to it, including the 109 Parcel. For example, Section /
Paragraph 28 of the Preservation Easement prohibits the amendment of the Preservation
Easement in order to permit additional residential and/or commercial development. Id. at
Paragraph 28. The principal Covenant in Section/Paragraph 2 requires that the property be
"maintained," which term is legally defined to include "replacement, repair and reconstruction."
Id. at Paragraph 2. The Resolution nullifies this Covenant by apparently excusing Parcel 109
from the Preservation Easement. Because the Resolution under review neglected to mention or
analyze compliance with the Preservation Easement, it consequently must be rescinded,
The Resolution is Contrary to the Planned Acquisition by FDOT. Much like the
situation with the Preservation Easement, nothing in the Staff Report or the Resolution so much
as mentions the expected acquisition by FDOT of the 109 Parcel for use in connection with the
6
See Exhibit F, Preservation and Conservation Easement dated December, 2001.
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Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 4
State of Florida's planned First Street Bridge improvements. A power point presentation by the
FDOT depicts the 109 Parcel being used for the placement of a significant greenway across the
109 Parcel. Notably, the FDOT includes a recitation of the bridge's significance to the "S.
River Dr. Historic District." Id. at 4. The River Inn is actually depicted in the FDOT
presentation. Id. The FDOT's presentation and its focus on providing access to the District is a
strong reminder of the historic importance of the west bank of the Miami River to the District.
The FDOT report recites that the project has been under consideration since 2013. Id. at
11. The City of Miami has representatives who sit on the Bridge Aesthetic Committee for the
proposed FDOT project. Id, at 12. The FDOT presentation clearly depicts the 109 Parcel as
green space. Id. at 15 at 22. The proposal depicts South River Drive access as well as a
greenway and river front park area. Id. at 35. Parcel 109 is entirely devoted to walkway and
open space in the FDOT's final depictions. Id. at 37-38.
In stark contrast to the very public plans of the FDOT for the 109 Parcel, the Resolution
removes the 109 Parcel from the District so that the current owner is able to participate in the
"economic recovery" and have the parcel become "available for possible future development."
Exhibit 13 at 1. The City of Miami should unify its position as between the Historic Preservation
Office and the Bridge Aesthetics Committee as to whether its stated public policy is to encourage
the private development of the 109 Parcel, or have it serve the Southwest First Street Bridge
Replacement project as projected by the State of Florida.
For all of the foregoing reasons, the removal of the 109 Parcel from the District at this
time is contrary to the government code, the existing District regulations, the recorded
Preservation and Conservation Easement, as well as the State of Florida's Southwest 1st Street
Bridge Replacement project.
Our investigation is continuing, and the River Inn reserves the right to supplement this
appeal paper and add additional arguments and evidence to its ultimate presentation. A check for
the applicable appeal fee is enclosed. Please contact me at paul@savagelegal.com or 305-444-
7188 when the item is scheduled to be heard.
Sincerely,
cc: Megan Schmitt, Preservation Officer for the City of Miami
7
See Exhibit G, Florida Department of Transportation's "Presentation to Bridge Aesthetic
Committee" for SR 968 / SW 1st Street Bascule Bridge Over the Miami River.
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Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 5
Exhibit A
City of Miami Historic and Environmental Preservation Board
Resolution No, HEPB-R-15-032; HEPB Board Hearing of May
5, 2015 and Executed on May 11, 2015
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File ID 15-00221
Miami Historic and Environmental Preservation Board
Resolution: HEPB-R-15-032
May 5, 2015
Item HEPB.3
Ms. Lynn B. Lewis offered the following resolution and moved its adoption:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI HISTORIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION
BOARD„AEPROVING.J.HEREMOVALOETH.E...PARCELLOCATED_AT-1.09- SOUTHWEST --
SOUTH RIVER DRIVE FROM THE SOUTH RIVER DRIVE HISTORIC DISTRICT.
Upon being seconded by Mr. Gary Hecht, the motion passed and was adopted by a vote of 4-2:
Mr. Timothy Barber
Mr. David Freedman
Mr, Gary Hecht
Mr. William E. Hopper, Jr,
Ms. Lynn B. Lewis
Mr. Hugh Ryan
Mr. Jordan Trachtenberg
Mr, Todd Tragash
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MeganSchmitt
Preservation Officer
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF MIAMI-DADE )
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Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Absent
Yes
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Execution Date
Personally appeared before me, the undersigned authority, Megan Schmitt, Preservation Officer of the City of Miami, Florida, and
acknowledges that she executed the foregoing Resolution,
SWORN AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME THIS1 DAY OF Nal , 2015.
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May 20, 2015
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Exhibit B
Applicant's Application
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Manny Seafood Corporation
1365 S.VV. 19 St
Miami, Fl, 33145
City of Miami
Historic Preservation Board
444 S.W. 2 nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33130
Preservation Officer
Megan Cross Schmitt
Dear Ms. Schmitt,
My family owns 109 S,W, South River Dr, ( Manny Seafood Corp, ), We purchased
the parcel from the Miami River Inn, LLC around 2011, This parcel of land is across
the street from a number of parcels that in 1986 was made into the South River Dr,
Historic District
The purpose for the district was to preserve the unique buildings that occupy those
lots. The 109 parcel was and is the only parcel not adjacent to any of the other
parcels; it is across the street. Nonetheless, this parcel used to have an historic
structure.
In the •early 2000's there came a point and time where the building came into such
disrepair, that the city issued a notice of violation to the owner (the Miami River
Inn) and demanded that the structure either be REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED. After
some back and forth the question finally came to the Historic and Environmental
Preservation Board as to the appropriateness of demolishing the historic structure
(going to the board was needed because of its historic nature), The board approved
the certificate of appropriateness and on September 12, 2003 a permit for
demolition was sought from the city. The structure was demolished a short time
there after.
As the current owner of this parcel, I cannot think of a good and logical reason why
this vacant piece ofland (disconnected from the rest of the parcels) should continue
being a part of this historic district. The purpose for having 109 be a part of this
district no longer exists; it was demolished in 2003. Currently the parcel is used as
part of our lobster and stone crab fishing business. The parcel allows for the storage
of lobster and stone crab traps and dockage for the fishermen, Certainly and
without question, this parcel has everything in common with the adjacent parcels
(to the north and south) which 1 own, and nothing in common to The Miami River
Inn which is across the street
I would respectfully ask for support of removal of 109 S.W. South River Dr. from the
South River Dr, Historic District.
Thanks so much for your service and attention and I look forward to hearing
from you soon.
Respectfuily,
el Pri e:eVP Manny Seafood Corp.
Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 7
Exhibit C
Staff Report and Recommendation
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CITY OF MIAMI
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
To:
From:
Staff: MN
Application received: 1/29/2015
Staff Report & Recommendation
Chairperson and Members
Historic Environmental Preservation Board
Megan Schmitt
Preservation Officer
Applicant: Manuel Prieguez
Subject: Item No. 3 — 109 SW South River Drive
The applicant Manuel Prieguez, vice-president of Manny Seafood Corp., owner of the subject property
located in the South River Drive Historic District, is requesting the removal of the parcel at 109 SW
South River Drive from the South River Drive Historic District.
BACKGROUND: This application was continued from March.
THE PROPERTY:
HEPB- MAY 5, 2015
The building at 109 SW South River Drive was demolished in 2003. The two-
story contributing Frame Vernacular structure was built in 1926 and was part
of the South River Drive Historic District designated in 1986. The property was
owned by the Miami River Inn and had an approved proposal to be
rehabilitated and used as a restaurant which never happened. The City of
Miami's Chief of Unsafe Structures filed an application for the building's
demolition which was granted under resolution HEPB-2003-31. That
resolution also stated that the plans concurrently submitted by the then-
owner, "proposed new construction [that was] consistent with the historic and
architectural character of the historic district." There was one condition to the
approval:
1- Archaeological monitoring of ground disturbing activities shall be
provided, subject to the requirements of the Dade County Archaeologist.
The parcel was sold to the current owner in 2011 as a vacant lot. The Manny
Seafood Corp. also owns the south and north adjacent parcels and the parcel
in question has been incorporated into the seafood business ever since it was
acquired. The current owner never had the intention to build on the parcel.
Today, due to the economic recovery Miami is experiencing, the current owner
would like to have the parcel removed from the South River Drive Historic
District to be available for possible future development.
Pagel of 3
HISTORIC PICTURE:
ANALYSIS:
Staff: MN
Application received: 1/29/2015
The Parcel is located on the east side of SW South River Drive, thus separated from the
other structures of the historic district that are on the west side of the road. In
addition, the former contributing structure has been gone for 12 years and since it was
demolished in 2003 the vacant parcel has neither contributed to the character of the
district nor diminished its integrity.
Even though plans were submitted when the demolition of the former contributing
building was approved by the HEPB in 2003, the proposed replacement building was
never built and the property was sold to the present owner as a vacant lot in 2011, 8
years after the HEPB resolution HEPB-2003-31 passed.
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HEPB- MAY 5, 2015
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Staff: MN
Application received: 1/29/2015
Sec.23-6.2.(g) of the city's ordinance states that:
"Expiration of certificates of appropriateness. Any certificate of appropriateness
issued pursuant to the provisions of this section shall expire 12 months from the
date of issuance, unless the authorized work is commenced within this time
period, or a building permit has been obtained. The preservation officer may
grant an extension of time not to exceed 12 months upon written request by the
applicant, unless the board's guidelines as they may relate to the authorized
work have been amended."
Today, even the same proposed plans approved in 2003 would need to come back
before the HEPB for re -approval since it was never commenced or permitted.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Since the Special COA for the demolition of a contributing structure and plans for a
new replacement structure approved in 2003 under HEPB-2003-31 was only partially
executed and the proposed replacement building was never commenced or permitted,
therefore expired according to Sec.23-6.2.(g), and that the present owner purchased
the property as a vacant lot 8 years after the former contributing structure was
demolished and consequently the present owner cannot be held responsible for its
neglect and demolition, and that the parcel is located at the east side of SW South
River Drive and across from the other buildings of the historic district that are located
on the west side of the road; the Preservation Office recommends that the application
for the removal of the parcel at 109 SW South River Drive from the South River Drive
Historic District to be Approved.
HEPB- MAY 5, 2015
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Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 8
Exhibit D
South River Drive Historic District Designation Report dated
September, 1986
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SOUTH RIVER. ...DRIVE
111STC91C. DISTRICT
Designation Report
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REPORT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI PLANNING DEPARTMENT
TO THE HERITAGE CONSERVATION BOARD
ON THE POTENTIAL DESIGNATION OF
SOUTH RIVER DRIVE HISTORIC DISTRICT
AS A HERITAGE CONSERVATION ZONING DISTRICT
Prepared by
Accepted by
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P1 anner
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Conservation Board
Designated by the Miami City Commission
Ordinance No.
Date
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CONTENTS
Page
I. General Information I
II. Significance 4
III. Description 7
IV. Planning Context 8
V. HC Zoning Elements 9
VI. Bibliography 10
1. GENERAL ,INFORMATION
Historic, Name:
South River Street
Current Name:
South R fter Drive Historic District
Location:
428, 438 S. W. 1 Street
431, 433435, 437 S. W. 2 Street
104, 109118, 124 S. W. South River Drive
Present Owner:
Magic City Enterprises and Lazaro A. Santana
111 S. W. 5 Avenue 420 S. W. 12 Avenue
Miami, FL 33130 Miami, FL 33130
Present Use:
Residential, vacant
Present Zoning District:
RG-2/5, CR-3/7
HC Zoning Overlay District:
HC-5
Tax Folio Number:
01-0201-80-1020
01-0201-80-1021
01-0201-80-1030
01-0201-80 1040
01-0201-80-1060
01-0201-80-1160
01-0201-80-1170
01-0201-80-1180
-1-
Boundary Description of HC Zoning District:
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 15, 16, 17, and 18, less the Northerly 5 feet of Lots
3 and 4, of Block 18 Of the plat of CITY OF MIAMI SOUTH, as recorded
in Plat Book "B" at Page 41, of the Public Records of Dade County,
Florida; together with that unplatted parcel of land fronting on the
West bank of the Miami River, extending approximately 100 feet South
Of the S. W. 1 Street bridge, between the Miami River and S. W. South
River Drive, further described as follows: Beginning at the point
where the South line of 13 Street (now called S. W. 1 Street) as shown
by the Map of Miami, Dade County, Florida, recorded in Plat Book "B"
0 Page 41, Public Records of Dade County, Florida, produced Easterly
intersects the United States Harbor Line on the Westerly side of the
Miami River; thence Northwesterly along said United States Harbor Line
A distance of 15.5 feet more or less, to the South side of the S. W.
1,..treet bridge as now constructed; thence with a deflection angle of
68 55'43", more or lesS, to the left run along said South side of the
S. W. 1 Street bridge as now constructed a distance of 35.58 feet more
or less, thence continuing along said South side of the S. W. 1 Street
bridge as now constructed along the arc of a curve to the right,
haxing a radius of 889.92 feet, more or less, and a central angle of
03"30'18" more or less a distance of 54.44 feet, more or less, to a
point on the said South line of 13 Street (now called S. W. 1 Street)
produced Easterly; thence East along said South line of 13 Street (now
called S. W. 1 Street) produced Easterly a distance of 96.91 feet,
more or less, to the point of beginning. Being the same property
conveyed to the grantor and her deceased husband by the City of Miami
bY Quit Claim Deed dated April 21, 1931 and recorded in Deed Book 1442
at Page 303 of the Public Records of Dade County, Florida; and
beginning at a point where the North line of Lot 3 of Block 18 South,
according to Knowlton's Plat of Miami, Florida, produced East
intersects the Easterly boundary of South River Street; thence
Southerly along said Easterly line of South River Street to a point
where a line drawn east and west through the center of Lot 2 if
produced East intersects the Easterly line of South River Street;
thence Easterly along said center line of Lot 2 produced east to the
low mark of Miami River; thence Northerly along said low water line to
a point where the North line of said Lot 3 produced east would
intersect said low water line; thence Westerly along said line
produced East to point of beginning; with all submerged land between
this tract and the channel of the Miami River, together with all
riparian rights. LESS that portion thereof conveyed to the City of
Miami by deed dated February 6, 1931, recorded in Deed Book 1445 at
Page 524 of the Public Records of Dade County, Florida, and also less
that portion dedicated to the City of Miami by deed dated March 26,
1935, recorded in Deed Book 1622 at Page 342 of the Public Records of
Dade County, Florida.
HC Zoning Classification:
Historic District
-2-
SOUTH RIVER DRIVE
HISTORIC DISTRICT
438
437
428
S, W. 1 ST.
433
-- 435
431
118
S,W, 2 ST.
location
site plan:...
II. SIGN,I,FICANCE
Statement of Significance:
The South River Drive Historic District is significant to the history
of architecture and community development in Miami. Developed
primarily during the first two decades of the twentieth century, the
district contains the City's oldest extant grouping of frame
vernabular buildings in such close proximity to the Miami River.
These buildings embody those characteristics of South Florida's frame
vernacular architecture and exemplify the architectural trends in
Miami prior to 191. The district's location, period of construction,
and use reflect the historical development of the City of Miami.
In the early years of the 1900's, suburban expansion in Miami extended
only to the north and south of the City. It was not until 1906 that
significant western expansion was possible. At that time, work began
on the Everglades drainage project, and a bridge and short-lived
trolley car line were constructed over the Miami River at the foot of
Flagler Street. It was shortly after this, circa 1908, that the first
building in the South River Drive Historic District was constructed.
All Six of the historic buildings within the district were completed
by circa 1914.
It is unlikely that the buildings within the South River Drive
Historic District were ever single family residences, with the
exception of 437 S. W. 2 Street. If such was their original use, it
was short-lived. The owners of these buildings soon began to take in
boarders, and the buildings became rooming houses. The large size
(two and two -and -one-half stories) of these buildings made them easily
adaptable to such a use. In addition, their strategic location in
proximity to the Miami River and the Flagler Street bridge, coupled
with the events of the period, made the structures prime targets for
this transformation.
The year 1896, which brought rapid change, development, and growth to
the fledgling City of Miami, also brought with it an increase in
population. New residents, as well as tourists, began arriving,
literally, by the train load. While the Royal Palm Hotel attracted
Rockefellers, Astors, and Vanderbilts, as well as U. S. Congressmen
and European royalty, the less wealthy tourists and potential new
residents also needed accommodations. Rooming houses such as the ones
found in the South River Drive Historic District fulfilled this need.
An advertisement for an establishment similar to these, but no longer
standing, read: "Reasonable Rates, for Table, Board." Another
proclaimed: "An ideal winter home for the tourist, an all -year hotel
for the transient." The area west of the Miami River soon began to
fill with comfortable, unassuming residences and rooming houses as the
City of Miami rapidly expanded. ,
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5. Embodies those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural
style, or period, or method of construction.
The South River Drive Historic District contains outstanding
examples of frame vernacular style buildings.
8. By being part of or related to a subdivision, park, environmental
feature, or other distinctive area, should be developed or
preserved according to a plan based on a historic, cultural or
architectural motif.
The South River Drive Historic District is one of the City's most
unique groupings of historic buildings. The area's historic and
architectural character should be preserved as a reminder of
Miami's past.
The largest rooming house in the South River Drive Historic District
is khown as the Rose Arms and is located at 118 S. W. South River
Drive. Its first owners were John C. Baile and his wife Rase. The
Bails may have operated a rooming house complex, for they also appear
as the owners of 428 5. W. 1 Street and 104 and 109 S. W. South River
Drive'. While the Rose Arms remained under Baile proprietorship for
several years, the other three properties were sold to Charles L.
Gibbdns and his wife, Isabella, as early as 1914. By 1918, Charles 0.
Sims and his wife, Winifred, appear as the owners of 428 S. W. 1
Street. Sims was employed by the Hagan Realty Company. In 1915,
James C. Smith and his wife, Josephine, are recorded as owners of 438
S. W. 1 Street. James Smith was a physician. Although this structure
may first have served as a single family residence, it was later
referred to as the New Jersey Guest House. The structure located at
437 S. W. 2 Street, built circa 1913, seems to have always been a
single family residence. Its first residents were the Eberwines.
William C. Eberwine was a milliner who worked for the Chaffin
Millihery Shop. In later years, he was employed by the Southern Feed
Company as Secretary and Treasurer. This building is a typical
example of the type of house constructed in this working class
neighborhood.
The buildings within the South River Drive Historic District are
representative of the early frame vernacular architecture of South
Florida. The frame vernacular mode reflects the open, rural character
of the area at that time and is well adapted to the local climate.
The buildings retain a high degree of architectural intergrity.
The South River Drive Historic District is one of Miami's most unique
groupings of historic buildings. The district has remained a cohesive
unit, despite the presence of several non-contributing structures.
Relationship to Criteria for Designation:
The South River Drive Historic District is eligible for designation
under the following criteria:
3. Exemplifies the historical, cultural, political, economic, or
social trends of the community.
The South River Drive Historic District reflects Miami's early
development patterns during the first two decades of the twentieth
century.
4. Portrays the environment in an era of history characterized by one
or more distinctive architectural styles.
The South River Drive Historic District contains the City's oldest
extant grouping of frame vernacular buildings in such close
proximity to the Miami River and exemplifies the architectural
trends of the early 1900's.
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III. DESCRIPTION
The South River Drive Historic District i5 a small grouping of historic
buildings in East Little Havana. Located on the southwest bank of
Miami River, the district encompasses approximately one half of a
square block and includes ten buildings as well as several
outbuildings. The majority of buildings are frame vernacular
structures of balloon frame construction and are two or two -and -one-
half stories. The primary use is single Or multi -family residential.
Most of the buildings within the district were constructed between 1908
and 1914, the area's major period of significance. Four buildings in
the district, however, fall outside the area's major period of
significance and are considered non-contributing structures.
The six contributing buildings in the South River Drive Historic
District are united by a strong architectural theme. These frame
vernacular structures are rectangular in plan and are two or two -and -
one -half stories tall. Four have gable roofs of medium pitch with
gable roof dormers. The other two are toped with hipped roofs. Roof
covering is of composition shingles, except for 438 S. W. 1 Street,
which has been re -roofed with galvanized aluminum, Original roofing
materials on all of the structures cannot be ascertained due to the
lack of early photographs. However, similar buildings in the area
from that period were known to have used composition shingles, wood
shingles, and metal for roofing. All roofs have slightly projecting
eaves and exposed rafter ends. Exterior wall covering on all buildings
is horizontal weatherboards. Structures are raised off the ground on
masonry foundation piers. Original windows were wood frame, double
hung sash, with one -over -one lights. Many of these windows remain.
The six buildings retain a high degree of architectural integrity and
have not been significantly altered.
The buildings at 438 and 428 S. W. 1 Street are sited perpendicularly
to the river, with their main access through a metal bridgeway on the
second floor connected to the elevated S. W. 1 Street bridge over the
Miami River. 104 S. W. South River Drive is located at the corner of
S. W. South River Drive and S. W. 1 Street, immediately adjacent to the
two previously mentioned structures, and directly across the street
from the Miami River. 109 South River Drive stands on the west bank of
the Miami River, across the street from the main group. The last
contributing building, 437 5, W. 2 Street, is around the corner from
the main group, perpendicular to the river, and related to the others
through its backyard.
All non-contributing structures are located in the southeast corner of
the district. The buildings Include a three story apartment building
on S. W. South River Drive and three small two story apartment
buildings on 5. W. 2 Street.
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ZY. PLANNING CONTEXT
Present Trends and Conditions:
The South River Drive Historic District is located in the easternmost
part of East Little Havana, an area plagued by deterioration and
crime. Problems in the area were recently addressed by the East
Little Havana Task Force, and recommendations for improvement were
presented to the City Commission.
All buildings within the district have been acquired (or are under
contract) by Magic City Enterprises, the group responsible for the
rehabilitation of the nearby J. W. Warner House. Magic City hopes to
convert the district into a bed and breakfast inn. The group believes
that the rehabilitation of these buildings will spur redevelopment in
the neighborhood. Rehabilitation. has been completed on one building
and begun on a second. Completion is targeted for December 1986.
Conservation Objectives:
Historic district designation should be used as a tool to recognize
the historic importance of the South River Drive area and promote its
preservation. Magic City Enterprises is to be commended for its
commitment to East Little Havana and should be encouraged in its
efforts. Because existing zoning will not permit the proposed bed and
breakfast inn, a change of use is necessary.
The proposed HC-5: Commercial -Residential Heritage Conservation
Overlay District would provide the zoning incentives necessary to make
the preservation of these buildings feasible. HC-5 would permit a
change of use to allow hotels/tourist homes and would allow accessory
uses not to exceed 20 percent of the total floor area. Certain retail
uses compatible with the historic character of the district would also
be permissible, as would modifications to off-street parking
requirements. All alterations to the exterior of the buildings, as
well as the change of use, would require the approval of the Heritage
Conservation Board.
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VI. HC ZONING ELEMENTS
Boundaries:
The boundaries of the South River Drive Historic District have been
drawn to include all contiguous property owned or under contract to
purchase by Magic City Enterprises. These boundaries encompass the
neighborhoods largest concentration of buildings that were
constructed during the 1900's and 1910's and that still retain their
integrity. The four non-contributing buildings on lots 16, 17, and 18
were included because they are (or will be) under the same ownership,
are functionally related to the proposed new use for the district, and
need to be regulated to preserve the historic integrity of the
adjacent buildings.
Major Exterior Surfaces Subject to Review:
All facades shall be considered major exterior surfaces subject to
review.
Major Landscape Features Subject to Review:
The major landscape features subject to review shall include all
features which are subject to requirements for tree removal permits,
as set forth in Chapter 17 of the City Code.
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VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Blackman, E.V. Miami and, Dade County, Florida: Its Settlement,
Progress, and Achievement. Washington, D.C.: 'Victor Rainbolt,
1921.
Bonawit, Oby J. Miami, Florida, Early Families and Records. Miami,
Florida: Privately Printed, 19 .
Cohen, Isador. Historical, Sketches and Sidelights of Miami. Miami,
Florida: Privately Printed, 1925.
Dade County, Florida. Community and Economic Development. Historic
Preservation Division. Dade County Historic Survey, Site Inventory
Files.
Dade County', Florida. County Recorder's Office. Abstract Books.
Dade County, Florida. County Recorder's Office. Plat Book B, p. 41,
June 9, 1896.
Hollingsworth, Tracey. History of Dade County, Florida. Coral
Gables, Florida: Glade House, 1949.
Hopkins, G.M. Plat Book of Greater Miami, Florida and Suburbs.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: G. M. Hopkins Co., 1925.
Hunter, John E. "Developmental History of Little Havana's Miami
(Knowlton) Subdivision." Dade County Historic Survey, 1980.
Metropolitan Dade County, From Wilderness to Metropolis. Miami,
Florida: Metropolitan Dade —County, 1982.
Muir, Helen;, Miami, U.S.A. New York, N.Y.: Henry Holt & Co., 1953.
Parks, Arva Moore. Miami: The Magic City. Tulsa, Oklahoma:
Continental Heritage Press, 1981.
Peters, Thelma. Biscayne Country: 1870-1926. Miami, Florida:
Banyan Books, 1976:
Polk, R. L. R. L. Polk and Company's Miami City Directory.
Jacksonville, Florida: R. L. Polk and Company, 191E-1925.
Sanborn Map Company. Insurance Maps of Miami, Dade County, Florida.
1905-1921.
Temkin, Maria and Ivan Rodriguez. National Register Nomination for
South River Drive Historic District, 1986.
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Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
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Exhibit F
Preservation and Conservation Easement dated December, 2001
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PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION EASEMENT
TOM PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION EASEMENT DEED is made
this '41.' `day of kr hi; 200 i . . by and between Miami River Inn, L.L.C.
("Grantor"), whose address is 118 SW South River Drive, Miami Florida 33130. and The
Trust for Public Land ("Grantee"), a non-profit corporation of the State of Florida, whose
address is 116 Ncw Montgomery, 4th floor, San Francisco, Ca.. 94105.
W1TNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Grantor is the owner in fee simple of certain real property located in
thc City of Miami. Miami -Dade County. Florida, more particularly described in Exhibit
A attached hereto and incorporated herein (hereinafter "she Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property includes all of the land and improvements within the
City of Miami 's South River Drive Historic District. both contributing and non-
contributing structures, designated by the Miami City Commission on January 22, 1987
(Ordinance No.10213), and also listed in the National Register of Historic Places
(hereinafter "National Register") on August 10. 1987; and
WHEREAS, the contributing structures on the Property arc frame vernacular
buildings built between 1908-1914 that arc excellent examples of thc early building
traditions of the first two decades following the city's incorporation in 1896, and the non-
contributing structures, as determined in the city's original historic district designation of
January 22. 1987 and the National Register listing of August 10. 1987, reflect later
significant architectural styles such as art deco and post -World War 2 modem. all
illustrating aesthetics of design and possessing integrity of materials and workmanship;
and
WHEREAS, thc Grantee is authorized to accept conservation casements to protect
historically, architecturally, or culturally significant property under and pursuant to the
provisions of Florida Statute 704.06 (2000) (hereinafter "Act"); and
WHEREAS, Grantor and Grantee recognize the historical, architectural, and
cultural values (hereinafter "conservation and preservation values") and significance of
the Property, and have the common purpose of conserving and preserving the aforesaid
conservation and preservation values and the significance of the Property; and
WHEREAS. THE Property's conservation and preservation values are
documented in the City of Miami's South River Drive Historic District Designation
Report (1986), the National Register of Historic Places Nomination Proposal -Florida
(1986). a new third -party baseline study and report that details thc current conditions of
the Property, that is conducted at the Grantor's expense, and subject to report of the
current status of the Property as stated in the [report of propcny appraiser J. Mark
Quinlivan dated December, 2001 ] (hereinafter "Baseline Documentation") incorporated
herein by reference, which Baseline Documentation the parties agree provides an
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accurate representation of the Property as of the effective date of this grunt. In the event
of any discrepancy between the two counterparts produced. the counterpart retained by
the Grantee shall control; and
WHEREAS, the grant of the conservation casement by Grantor to Grantee on the
Property will assist in preserving and maintaining the Property and its historical,
architectural. and cultural features for thc benefit of the people of the City of Miami. the
County of Miami -Dade, the State of Florida, and thc United States of America; and
WHEREAS, to that cnd, Grantor desires to grant to the Grantee, and the Grantcc
desires to accept, a conservation casement (hereinafter "Easement") in gross in perpetuity
on the Property pursuant to the Act; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above and the mutual covenants,
turns, conditions, and restrictions contained herein, and pursuant to the Act, Grantor
hereby grants and conveys to, and creates and establishes in favor of Grantee a perpetual
Easement over the Property which shall run with the land and shall be biding upon
grantor, his heirs, successors and assigns, and shall remain in full force and effect forever.
The scope. nature, character, terms, and conditions of this Easement shalt be as follows:
I. PURPOSE: It is the Purpose of this Easement to assure that the historical,
architectural, and cultural features of this property will be retained and maintained
forever substantially' in their current condition for conservation and preservation purposes
and to prevent any use or change of the Properly that will significantly impair or interfere
with the Property's conservation and preservation values, with the covenants, rights. and
other terms as described below.
GRANTOR'S COVENANTS
2. COVENANT TO MAINTAIN: Grantor agrees at all times to maintain the
Buildings and other improvements in the sante structural condition and state of repair as
that existing on the effective date of this Easement. If, at the time (tithe effective date of
this Eascmcnt, any existing Buildings or other improvements arc in a substantially
deteriorated state than the grantor agrees to make a good faith effort to begin to replace
missing or damaged elements, restore, or reconstruct such Buildings or improvements
within one year following the effective date of this Eascmcnt, ores otherwise agreed
between Grantor and Grantee. Grantor's obligation to maintain shall require
replacement, repair, and reconstruction by Grantor whenever necessary to preserve the
Buildings and other improvements in substantially the same structural condition and state.
ofrepair as that existing on the effective date of this Easement. Grantor's obligation to
maintain shall also require that the Property's landscaping be maintained in good
appearance with substantially similar plantings, vegetation, and natural screening to that
existing on the effective date of this Easement. Subject to thc casualty provisions of
paragraphs 7 and 8 below, this obligation to maintain shalt be done in accordance with
the Secretory of the Interior 's Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for
Rehabilitating Historic Buildings (36 CFR 67) (hereinafter "Standards"),
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3. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES: The following acts or uses arc expressly forbidden
on. over, or under the Property. except as otherwise conditioned in this paragraph:
a. The Buildings or improvements shall not he demolished, removed, or razed
except as provided in paragraphs 9 and 10 below;
b. No other buildings or structures, shall be erected or placed on thc property
hereafter except for temporary structures required for the maintenance or rehabilitation of
01, the property, such as construction trailers, unless such building or structure is both
, necessary for and compatible with the continued use of the Property and is built in
accordance with the Standards and is agreed to by and between both Grantor and
Grantcc;
c. Subject to the maintenance covenants of paragraph 2 above, the following interior
features of the Buildings on the Property shall not be removed, demolished, or altered:
I. 118 SW South River Dr. -Built in cabinets and buffet
2. 104 SW South River Dr. •First floor fireplace and decorative
arch to second floor stairway
-Second floor fireplace
3. 428 SW First Street -First floor fireplace
4.438 SW First Street -First floor fireplace
and,
d. The dumping of ashes, trash, rubbish, or any other unsightly or offensive
materials is prohibited on the property.
GRANTOR'S CONDITIONAL RIGHTS
4. CONDITIONAL RIGHTS REQUIRING APPROVAL BY GRANTEE: Without
the prior express written approval of the grantee, which approval may be withheld or
conditioned in the sole discretion of the Grantee, Grantor shall not undertake any of the
following actions:
a. Increase or decrease the height of, make additions to, change the exterior
construction materials or colors of, or move. improve, alter, reconstruct. or change the
facades (including fenestration) and roofs of tlrc Buildings;
b. Change thc floor plans of the buildings;
c. Make permanent substantial topographical changes, such as. by example.
excavation for the construction of roads;
d. Cut down or remove live trees located within the existing lawn and landscape
areas; and,
e. Change the zoned use of the Property to another use, unless such proposed change
in zoned use of the Property is agreed to by both Grantor and Grantcc and does not
impair the significant conservation and preservation values of the Property and dots not
conflict with the Purpose of the Easement.
5. REVIEW OF GRANTOR'S REQUESTS FOR APPROVAL: Grantor shall
submit to grantee for Grantee's approval of those conditional rights set out at paragraph 4
information (including plans, specifications, and designs where appropriate) identifying
the proposed activity with reasonable specificity. In connection therewith, Grantor shall
also submit to Grantcc a timetable for the proposed activity sufficient to permit grantee to
monitor such activity. Grantor shall not undertake any such activity until approved by
Grantee, Grantcc reserves the right to consult with governmental agencies, non-profit
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preservation and conservation organizations, or other preservation or conservation
exports, concerning the appropriateness of any activity proposed under this easement.
Grantor shall make no change or take any action subject to the approval of grantee unless
expressly authorized in writing by an authorized representative of the Grantee.
6. STANDARDS FOR REVIEW: Granter shall apply the Standards in exercising
any authority created by the Easement: to inspect the Property and those interior features
specified in paragraph 3 above; to review any construction, alteration, repair, or
tnainrenance; or to review casualty damage or to reconstruct or approve reconstruction of
any building, improvement, or specified interior feature following casualty damage.
7. PUBLIC ACCESS: Grantor shall make thc Property and any interior space
subject to this easement accessible to the public on a minimum of Li days per year.
At athcrtimcs deemed reasonable by Grantor, persons affiliated with certain historic
presentation and conservation organizations, educational institutions, and professional
architectural associations may be admitted to study the property. Granter may make
photographs, drawings, or other representations documenting the significant historical,
cultural, and architectural character and features of the property and distribute them to
magazines, newsletters, or other publicly oval/able publications. or use them to fulfill its
charitable and educational purposes.
GRANTOR'S RESERVED RIGHTS
8. GRANTOR'S RESERVED RIGHTS NOT REQUIRING FURTHER
APPROVAL BY GRANTEE: Subject to the provisions of paragraphs 2, 3, and 4, the
following rights. uses, and activities of or by Grantor on, over. or under the Property are
permitted by this Easement and By Grantee without funher approval by Grantcc:
a. The right to engage in all those acts and uses that : (i) arc permitted by
governmental statute, ordinance, or regulation; (it) do not substantially impair the
conservation and preservation values of the Propcny; and (iii) are not inconsistent with
thc purpose of this Easement;
b. Pursuant to the provisions of paragraph 1 the right to maintain and repair the
Buildings strictly according to the Secretary's Standards. As used in this sub -paragraph,
the right to maintain and rcpair shall mean the use by Grantor of in -kind materials and
colors, applied with workmanship comparable to that which was used in the construction
or application of those materials being repaired or maintained. for the purpose of
retaining in good condition the appearance and construction of the Buildings. The right
to maintain and repair as used in this sub -paragraph shall not include thc right to make
changes in appearance, materials, colors. and workmanship from that existing prior to the
maintenance and repair without the prior approval of Grantee in accordance with the
provisions of paragraphs 4 and 5;
c. The right to continue all manner of existing use and enjoyment of the Property's
Buildings, improvements, and landscaping. including but not limited to the maintenance,
repair, and restoration of existing fences; the right to maintain existing driveways, roads,
and paths with the use of same or similar surface materials; the rights to maintain existing
utility lines, gardening and building walkways, steps, and garden fences; thc right to cut,
remove, and clear grass or other vegetation and to perform routine maintenance,
landscaping and horticultural activities, and upkeep, consistent with the Purpose of this
casement; and
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d. The right to conduct at or on the Property educational and non-profit activities
that are not inconsistent with the protection of the conservation and preservation values
of the Property.
CASUALTY DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION: INSURANCE
9. CASUALTY DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION: In the event that the Buildings or
any part thereof shall be damaged or destroyed by fire, (food, rain or hail storm,
windstorm, hurricane. earth movement, or other casualty, Grantor shall notify Grantee in
writing within thirty (30) days of the damage or destruction. such notification including
what, if any, emergency work has already been completed. Grantor shall undertake no
repairs or reconstruction of any type, other than temporary emergency work to prevent
further damage to the Buildings and to the Property and to protect public safety without
Grantee's prior written approval. Within sixty (60) days of the date of damage or
destruction, if required by Grantee, Grantor at its expense shall submit to the Grantee a
written report prepared by a qualified restoration architect or engineer, who are
acceptable to Grantor and grantee, which report shall include the following:
a. An assessment of the nature and extent of the damage;
b. A determination of the feasibility of the restoration of the Buildings and/or
reconstruction ofdantagcd or destroyed portions ofthe Buildings; and
c. A report of such restoration/reconstruction work necessary to return the Buildings
to the condition existing at the date hereof,
10. REVIEW AFTER CASUALTY DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION: If, after
reviewing the report provided in paragraph 9 and assessing the availability of insurance
proceeds after satisfaction of any mortgagec's/lender's claims under 11, Grantor and
grantee agree that the Purpose of the Easement will be served by such
restoration/reconstruction, Grantor and Grantee shall establish a schedule under which
Grantor shall complete the restoration/reconstruction of the Buildings in accordance with
plans and specifications consented to by the parties up to at least the total of the casually
insurance proceeds available to Grantor.
ff, after reviewing the report and assessing the availability of insurance proceeds after
satisfaction of any mortgagee's/lender's claims under paragraph 1 I, Grantor and Grantee
agree that restoration/reconstruction, Grantor and Grantee agree that
restorationireconstruction of the Property is impractical or impossible, or agree that the
Purpose of the Easement would not be served by such restoration/reconstruction, Grantor
may, with prior written consent of Grantee, alter, demolish. remove, or raze one or more
of the Buildings, and/or construct new improvements on the Property. Grantor and
Grantee may agree to extinguish this Easement in whole or in part in accordance with the
laws of the State of Florida and paragraph 25 hereof,
if, after reviewing the report and assessing the availability of insurance proceeds after
satisfaction army mortgagee's/lender's claims under paragraph 11, Grantor and Grantee
arc unable to agree that the Purpose of the Easement will or will not be served by such
restoration/reconstruction. the matter may be referred by either party to binding
arbitration and settled in accordance with the State of Florida's arbitration statute then in
effect.
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I I. INSURANCE: Grantor shall keep Property insured by an insurance company for
the full replacement value against loss from perils commonly insured under standard fire
and extended coverage policies and comprehensive general liability insurance against
claims for personal injury, death, and property damage. Property damage insurance shall
include change in cottditio:i and building ordinance coverage. in form and amount
sufficient to replace fully the damaged Property and Buildings without cost or expense to
Grantor or coinsurance front Grantor. Such insurance shall inciudc Grantee's interest and
name Grantee as an additional insured. Grantor shall deliver to Grantee, within ten (10)
business days of the receipt of Grantee 's written request therefore, certificates of such
insurance coverage, Provided, however, that whenever the Property is encumbered with
a mortgage or deed of trust, nothing contained in this paragraph shall jeopardize the prior
claim, if any, of the mortgagee/lender to the insurance proceeds.
INDEMNIFICATION; TAXES
12. iNDEMNIFICATION: Grantor hereby agrees to pay, protect, indemnify, hold
harmless and defend at its own cost and expense. Grantee, its agents, trustees. directors,
officers, and employees, or independent contractors from and against any and all claims,
liabilities, expenses, costs. damages, losses. and expenditures (including reasonable
attomey's fees and disbursements hcrcaffer incurred) arising out of or in connection with
injury to or death of any person; physical damage to the Property; the presence or
rcicascin, on, or about the Property, at any time, of any substance now or hereafter
defined, listed, or otherwise classified pursuant to any law, ordinance, or regulation as a
hazardous, toxic, polluting, or contaminating substance; or other injury or other damage
occurring on or about the Property, unless such injury or damage is caused by Ctnntee or
any agent, trustee, director, officer, employee, or independent contractor of Grantee. In
the event that Grantor is required to indemnify Grantee pursuant to terms of this
paragraph, the amount of such indemnity, until discharged, shall constitute a Iicn on the
Property with the same effect and priority as a mechanic's lien. Provided, however, that
nothing contained herein shall jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mortgage or
deed of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the property.
13. TAXES: Grantor shall immediately pay, when first due and owing, all general
taxes. special taxes, special assessments. water charges, sower service charges. and other
charges that may become a Iicn on the Property unless Grantor timely objects to the
amount or validity of the assessment or charge and diligently prosecutes an appeal
thereof, in which case the obligation hereunder to pay such charges shall be suspended
for the period permitted by law for prosecuting such appeal and any applicable grace
period following completion of such action. In place of Grantor, Grantee is hereby
authorized, but in no event required or expected, to make or advance upon three (3) days
prior written notice to Grantor, any payment relating to taxes, assessments, water rates,
sewer rentals, and other governmental or municipality charge. (Inc. imposition, or lien
asserted against the Property. Grantee may make such payment according to any bill,
statement, or assessment procured from the appropriate public office without inquiry into
the accuracy ofsuch bill, statement, or assessment or into the validity of such tax,
assessment, sale, or forfeiture. Such payment, if made by Grantee. shall constitute a lien
on the Property with the effect and priority as a mechanic's lien. Provided, however, that
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nothing contained herein shall jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mortgage or
deed of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the properly.
ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
14. WRITTEN NOTICE: Any notice that either Grantor or Grantcc may desire or be
required to give to the other party shall be in writing and shall be delivered by one attic
following methods: one -day (overnight) courier. postage prepaid; facsimile transmission.
registered or certified mail with return receipt requested, or hand -delivery. If the notice is
sent to the Grantor, then it shall be sent to 118 SW South River Drive, Miami, Florida
33130, and, if to Grantcc. then to 116 Ncw Montgomery, 4th floor, San Francisco, CA.
94105. Each party may change its address as set forth herein by a notice to such effect to
the other party.
15. EVIDENCE OF COMPLIANCE: Upon request by Grantor. Grantee shall
promptly furnish grantor with certification that, to thc bat of Grantee's knowledge,
Grantor is in compliance with the obligations of Grantor contained herein or that
otherwise evidences thc status of this Easement to thc extent of grantee's knowledge
thereof.
16. INSPECTION: With appropriate prior notice to Grantor. representatives or
Grantee shall be permitted at all reasonable limes to inspect the Property, including such
interiors of Buildings that may be protected by this Easement.
17. GRANTEE'S REMEDIES: Grantee may. following reasonable written notice to
Grantor, institute suit(s) to enjoin any violation of the terms of this casement by er party.
temporary, preliminary. and/or permanent injunction, including prohibitory and/or
mandatory injunctive relief, and to require the restoration of the Property and Buildings
to the condition and appearance that existed prior to thc violation complained of. Grantee
shall also have available all legal and other equitable remedies to enforce Grantor's
obligations hereunder. Prior to commencing any legal or equitable remedies against
Grantor available to Grantee under this agreement, Grantee shall first submit any such
dispute or claim to mediation in accordance with the rules and procedures promulgated
by the Florida Supreme Court for the Florida Bar, to be paid at the expense of the
Grantor. the results of which may be binding upon thc parties. [n the event Grantor is
found to have violated any of its obligations, Grantor shall reimburse Grantee for any
costs or expenses incurred in connection with Grantee's enforcement of the terms of this
Easement. including but not limited to all reasonable court costs, and attorneys,
architectural, engineering, and or expert witness fees. Exercise by Grantee ofone remedy
hereunder shall not have the effect of waiving or limiting any other remedy, and the
failure to exercise any remedy shall not have the effect of waiving or limiting any other
remedy at any other timc.
18. NOTICE FROM GOVERNMENTAL AUTHORITIES: Grantor shall deliver to
Grantee copies of any notice of violation or lien relating to the Properly received by
Grantor from any governmental authority within five (5) days of receipt by Grantor.
Upon request by Grantee, Grantor shall promptly furnish Grantee with evidence of
Grantor's compliance with such notice or lien where compliance is required by law.
9. NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE: Grantor shall promptly notify Grantee in
writing of any proposed sale of the Property and provide the opportunity for Grantcc to
explain the terms of the Easement to potential new owners prior to sale closing.
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20. LIENS: Any lien on the Property created pursuant to any paragraph of this
Easement may he confined by judgment and foreclosed by Grantee in the same manner
as a mechanic's lien. except that no lien created pursuant to this Easement shall
jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mortgage or deed of trust given in
connection with a promissory not secured by the Property.
BINDING EFFECT; ASSIGNMENT
21. RUNS WITH THE LAND: Except us provided in paragraphs 10 and 25, the
obligation imposed by this Easement shall be effective in perpetuity and shall be deemed
to run as a binding servitude with the Property. This casement shall extend to and be
binding upon Grantor and Grantee, their respective successors in interest and all persons
hereafter claiming under or through Grantor and Grantee. and the words "Grantor" and
"Grantee" when used herein shall include all such persons. Any right, title, or interest
herein granted to Grantee also shall be deemed granted to each successor and assign of
Grantee and each such following successor and assign thereof, and the word "Grantee"
shall include all such successors and assigms. Anything contained herein to the contrary
notwithstanding, an owner of the Property shall have no obligation pursuant to this
instrument where such owner shall cease to have any ownership interest in the Property
by reason of a boon fide transfer. The restrictions. stipulations, and covenants contained
herein in this Easement shall be inserted by Grantor, verbatim or by express reference. in
any subsequent deed or other legal instrument by which Grantor divests itself of either
the fee simple title to or any lesser estate in the Property or any part thereof, including by
way of example and not limitation, a lease of all or a portion of the Property.
22. ASSIGNMENT: Grantee may convey, assign, or transfer this Easement to a unit
of federal. state, or local government or to a similar local, state, or national organization
that is a 'qualified organization" under Section 170(h) of the Interval Revenue Code
whose purposes. inter rrliu, are to promote the preservation or conservation of historical,
cultural, or architectural resources, provided that any such conveyance, assignment. or
transfer requires that the Purpose for which the Easement was granted will continue to be
carried out.
23. RECORDING AND EFFECTIVE DATE: Grantee shall do and perform at its
own cost all acts necessary to the prompt recording of this instrument in the land records
of Miami -Dade County, Florida Grantor and Grantee intend that the restrictions arising
under this Easement lake effect on the day and year this instrument is recorded in the land
records of Miami -Dade County, Florida.
PERCENTAGE INTERESTS; EXTINGUISHMENT
24. PERCENTAGE INTERESTS: For purposes of allocating proceeds pursuant to
paragraphs 23.3, Grantor and Grantee stipulate that as of the date of this Easement,
Grantor and Grantee arc each vested with real property interests in the Property and that
such interests have a stipulated percentage interest in the fair market value of thc
Property. Said percentage interests shall be determined by the ratio of the value of the
Easement on the effective date of this Easement to the value of the Property, without
deduction for the value of the Easement, on thc effective date of this Easement. The
values on the effective date of the Easement shall be those values used to calculate the
deduction for federal income tax purposes allowable by reason of this grant, pursuant to
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Section 170(h) of the internal Revenue Code. The parties shall include the ratio of those
values with the Baseline Documentation (on file with Grantor and grantee) and shall
amend such values, i f necessary, to reflect any final determination thereof by the internal
Revenue Service or a our of competent jurisdiction. For purposes of this paragraph, the
ratio of the value of the Easement to the value of the Property unencumbered by the
Easement shall remain constant, and the percentage interests of grantor and Grantee in
the fair market value of the Property thereby determinable shall remain constant, except
that the value army improvements made by Grantor after the effective date of this
Easement is reserved to the Grantor.
25. EXTINGUISHMENT: Grantor and grantee hereby recognize that circumstances
may arise that may make impossible the continued ownership or use of the Property in a
manner consistent with the Purpose of this Easement and necessitate extinguishment of
the Easement. Such circumstances may include, but arc not limited to, partial or total
destruction of the Buildings resulting from casualty. Extinguishment must be the result
of a judicial proceeding in a court of competent jurisdiction. Unless otherwise required
by applicable law at the time, in the event of any sale oral! or a portion of the Property
(or any other property received in connection with an exchange or involuntary conversion
of the Property) after such termination or extinguishment, and alter the satisfaction of
prior claims and any costs or expenses associated with such sale, Grantor and grantee
shall share in any net proceeds resulting from such sale in accordance with their
respective percentage interests in the fair market value of the Property, as such interests
arc determined under the provisions of paragraph 24, adjusted if necessary, to reflect a
partial termination or extinguishment of this Easement. MI such proceeds received by
Grantee shall be used by Grantee in a manner consistent with Grantee's primary
purposes. Net proceeds shall also include, without limitation, net insurance proceeds. In
the event of extinguishment, the provisions of this paragraph Shall survive
extinguishment and shall constitute a lien on the Property with the same effect and
priority as a mechanic's lien, except that such lien shall not jeopardize the priority of any
mortgage or deed of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the
Property.
26. CONDEMNATION: Ilan or any part of the Properly is taken under the power of
eminent domain by public, corporate, or other authority, or otherwise acquired by such
authority through a purchase in lieu of a taking, Grantor and grantee shall join in
appropriate proceedings at the time of such taking to recover the full value of those
interests in the Property that arc subject to the taking and all incidental and direct
damages resulting from the taking. After the satisfaction of prior claims and net of
expenses reasonably incurred by Grantor and Grantee in connection with such taking,
Grantor and grantee shall be respectively entitled to compensation from the balance of
the recovered proceeds in conformity with the provisions of paragraphs 24 and 25, unless
otherwise provided by law.
INTERPRETATION
27. INTERPRETATION: The following provisions shall govern the effectiveness,
interpretation, and duration of the Easement:
a. Any rule of strict construction designed to limit the breadth of restriction on
alienation or use of Property shall not apply in the construction or interpretation of this
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Easement, and this instrument shall bc interpreted broadly to effect its Purpose and the
transfer of rights and the restrictions on use herein contained.
b. This instrument may be executed in two counterparts, one of which may bc
retained by Grantor and the other, alter recording. to bc retained by Grantee. In thc event
of any disparity between the counterparts produced, thc recorded counterpart shall in all
CMS govern.
c. This instrument is made pursuant to the Act, but the invalidity of such Act, but the
invalidity of such Act or any pan thereof shall not affect the validity and enforceability of
this Easement according to its terms, it being the intent of the panics to agree and to bind
themselves, their successors. and their assigns in perpetuity to each term of this
instrument whether the instrument be enforceable by reason of any statute, common law,
or private ac,ccment in existence either now or hereafter. The invalidity or
unenforccabiiityofany provision of this instrument shall not affect the validity or
enforceability of any other provision of this instrument or any ancillary or supplementary
agreement relating to thc subject matter thereof.
d. Nothing contained herein shall bc interpreted to authorize or permit Grantor to
violate any ordinance or regulation relating to building materials, construction methods,
or use. In the event ofany conflict between any such ordinance or regulation and the
terms hereof, Grantor promptly shall notifj'Granteeofsuch conflict and shall cooperate
with Grantee and the applicable governmental entity to accommodate the purposes of
both this Easement and such ordinance or regulation.
c. To the extent [hat Grantor owns or is entitled to development rights which may
exist now or at some time hereafter by reason of the fact that under any applicable zoning
or similar ordinance the Property may be developed to a more intensive use (in terms of
height, bulk, or other objective criteria related by such ordinances) than the Property is
devoted as of the date hereof, such development rights shalt not be exercisable on. above,
or below the Property during the term cline Easement, nor shall they be transferred to
any adjacent parcel and exercised in a manner that would interfere with the Purpose of
this Easement.
f. To the extent that any action taken by grantee pursuant to this Easement gives rise
to a claim of breach of contract, Grantor arid Grantee agree that thc sole remedy on the
pan of the grantor shall be reimbursement of actual direct out-of-pocket expenses
reasonably incurred by Grantor as a result of such breach and that grantor shall not have
any right to indirect, consequential, or monetary damages in excess of such actual direct
out-of-pocket expenses.
AMENDM ENT
28. AMENDEMENT: if circumstances arise under which an amendment to or
modification of this Easement would be appropriate, Grantor and Grantee may by mutual
written agreement jointly amend this Easement, provided that no amendment shall be
made that will adversely affect the qualification of this Easement or the status of the
Grantee under any applicable laws. including Sections 170(h) and 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code and the laws of the State of Florida. Any such amendment shall
be consistent with the protection of the conservation and preservation values of the
Property and the Purpose of this Easement; shall not affect its perpetual duration; shall
not permit additional residential and/or commercial development on the Property other
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than the residential and/or commercial development permitted by this Easement on its
effective date; shall not permit any private inurement to any person or entity; and shall
not adversely affect the overall historical, architectural, natural, or cultural values
protected by this Easement. Any such amendment shall be recorded in the land records
of Miami-Dadc County, Florida. Nothing in this paragraph shall require l,*rantor or
grantee to any amendment or to consult or negotiate regarding any amendment.
ENDOWMENT
29. ENDOWMENT: Grantor agrees to assist the Grantee in the establishment of an
Endowment. benefiting this Property and in favor of the Grantee, through a one-time gilt
to the Grantee of $10,000.00. The Endowment shall serve the sole purpose of ensuring
that adequate resources are available to the Grantee for regular and, at a minimum, annual
inspection of the conditions of the Property during the existence of this Easement and to
ensure thc Grantee's ability to comply with any other conditions fulfilling the Purposes of
the Easement and contained herein. The Grantee shall manage or invest the Endowment
in such a manner that reasonably assures that the Endowment is perpetually maintained
for the benefit of the Property.
THIS EASEMENT reflects the entire agreement of Grantor and Grantee. Any prior or
simultaneous correspondence, understandings, agreements, and representations arc null
and void upon execution hereof, unless set out in this instrument.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, thc said Preservation and Conservation Easement,
unto the said Grantee and its successors and permitted assigns forever. This DEED OF
PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION EASEMENT may be executed in two
counterparts and by each party on a separate counterpart, each of which when so
executed and delivered shall be an original, but both of which together shall constitute
one instrument.
1N WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor and Grantee have set their hands under scat
on the day(s) and year set forth below.
WITNESS: GRANTOR:
Miami ,River Inn L.L.C.
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`Sailyc Q'Judc -'
Solitary Member
Print Name: k.0 tit r* (' . /u eiy ....,�'.
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this A J day of
t.tto-44c, 200J, by (t/f G. ..s.Sk ,as '5e(,fabat of
Grantor, U-t, a limited liability corporation orthc State of Florida,
on behalf of said corporation. SIHe (notary choose one):
(kris personally known to me, or [ ] has produced as
identification.
Prepared by:
Christopher R. Eck, Esquire
Miami -Dade Office of Historic Preservation
140 West Flagler Street, Suite 1102
Miami, Florida 33130
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Boundary Oescription of MC Zoning District:
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 15, 16, 17, and 18, less the Northerly 5 feet of Lots
3 and 4, of Block 18 of the plat of CITY OF MIAMI SOUTH, as recorded
in Plat Book "S" at Page 41, of the Public Records of Dade County,
Florida; together with that unplatted parcel of land fronting on the
west bank of the Miami River, extending approximately 1O0 feet South
of the S. W. I Street bridge, between the Miami River and S. id. South
River Drive, further described as follows: Beginning at the point
where the South line of 13 Street (new called S. W. 1 Street) as shown
by the Map of Miami, Dade County, Florida, recorded in Plat Book "8"
at Page 41, Public Records of Dade County, Florida, produced Easterly
intersects the United States Harbor Line on the Westerly side of the
Miami River; thence Northwesterly along said United States Harbor Line
a distance of 15.5 feet more or less, to the South side of the S. W.
I treet bridge as now constructed; thence with a deflection angle of
68 55'43", more or less, to the left run along said South side of the
S. W. 1 Street bridge as now constructed a distance of 35.58 feet more
or less, thence continuing along said South side of the S. W. 1 Street
bridge as now constructed along the arc of a curve to the right,
haying a radius of 889.92 feet, wore or less, and a central angle of
03 30 18" more or less, a distance of 54.44 feet, more or less. to a
point on the said South line of 13 Street (now called 5. W. 1 Street)
produced Easterly; thence East along said South line of 13 Street (now
called S. W. 1 Street) produced Easterly a distance of 96.91 feet,
more or less, to the point of beginning. Being the same property
conveyed to the grantor and her deceased husband by the City of Miami
by Quit Claire Deed dated April 21. 1931 and recorded in Deed Book 1442
at Page 303 of the Public Records of Dade County, Florida; and
beginning at a point where the North line of Lot 3 of Block 18 South,
according to Knowlton's Plat of Miami, Florida, produced East
intersects the Easterly boundary of South River Street; thence
Southerly along said Easterly 1 ine of South River Street to a point
where a line drawn east and west through the center of Lot 2 if
produced East intersects the Easterly line of South River•4S.treet;
thence Easterly along said center line of Lot 2 produced east to the
'low mark of Miami River; thence Northerly along said low water 7fne to
a point where the North line of said Lot 3 produced east would
intersect said low water line; thence Westerly along said line
produced East to point of beginning; with all submerged land between
this tract and the channel of the Miami River, together with all
riparian rights. LESS that portion thereof conveyed to the City of
Miami by deed dated February 6, 1931, recorded in Deed Book 1445 at
Page 524 of the Public Records of Dade County, Florida, and also less
that portion dedicated to the City of Miami by deed dated March 26,
1935, recorded in Deed Book 1622 at Page 342 of the Public Records of
Dade County, Florida.
HC toning. Classification:
Historic District
HARD RUM
2- IXERKORC111rpp,,pr
Chief of Hearing Boards, Department of Planning and Zoning
May 20, 2015
Page 11
Exhibit G
Florida Department of Transportation's "Presentation to Bridge
Aesthetic Committee" for SR 968 / SW 1st Street Bascule
Bridge Over the Miami River
SAVAGE - LEGAL
SR 968 / SW 1 ST STREET BASCULE BRIDGE OVER THE MIAMI RIVER
• Review of Project Need.
* Update on Status of Project
* Bridge & Contro House Aes
• Miami River Inn Cottages built in 1908
— Direct Access to SW st St.(fka 1 3th St.
• Bridge built in 1929
— Resource to S. River Dr. Historic Distr
— Eliminated Direct Access
— 3 Catwalks restore direct access
• J.W. Warner House built in 1 91
Home to Miami Hispa.nic Cuiturd Arts
Art/Theater
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Approach Retaining Walls and Catwalks
Proposed Access Improvements
Project Need
Roadway - Geometric Constraints
Vertical clearances do not meet PPM / AASHTO
criteria (I 6.5' PPM / 1 6' AASHTO)
Project Need
Roadway - Geometric Constraints
Vertical clearances do not meet PPM / AASHTO
criteria (I 6.5' PPM / 1 6' AASHTO)
SW 1 st St. beneath the NB 1-95 on -ramp (1 4 -5" Existing
Vertical Clearance)
Project Need
Roadway - Geometric Constraints
• Vertical clearances do not meet PPM AASHTO
criteria (1 6.5' PPM / 1 6' AASHTO)
SW S. & N. River Dr (1 2' Existing Vertical Clearance)
BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
• Project Purpose & Need
• Completed Fall 2013
BRIDGE REPLACE
PD&E Commitment
Bridge Aesthetics Committee
"The FDOT has committed to establishing an
advisory committee during the design phase of
the project to address aesthetic and landscaping
sues. The co nclude sthe
Status of Project - Design Schedule
Initiate Plans
Production for
Leasing (100%
Plans)
January 2017
Project Limits
PD&E Project Limits: W. of SW 5th Ave. to SW 2nd Ave.
• Design Project Limits: E. of SW 6th Ave. to SW 2nd Ave.
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No Bike Lanes / Shoulders 5.5' Bike Lanes /Shoulder with 2.5' inside
Sidewalks less than 6' adjacent to shoulder
curb and gutter (4.25' exist.) 6' in areas adjacent to curb and gutter; 5'
Double face guardrail at face of
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Configuration
Bus Stop Temp.
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Temporary Bus
Stop
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Bus Stop
Unaffected
Signalized
Intersection
Signalized
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Modified for
Detour
Maintenance of Traffic - SW N. River Dr. & SW S. River Dr. Detours
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catzC) Detour Route
cCrext) Bus Detour Route
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Closed/Relocated
Temporary Bus
Stop
Unaffected
Bus Stop
Local 1-1Atay City
Street to be Ternp.
Converted to
2-way
Unaffected
Signalized
Intersection
BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Traffic ControlPlan - SW 1st St. Detour to Flagler St.
Converting to TCP Traffic Pattern @ SW 2nd Ave.
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Intersection Reconstruction at SW 5th Ave.
Design features include gravity walls,
pedestrian railings
Maintain pedestrian access, provide
ADA sidewalk grades and curb ramps
Install "high emphasis" pedestrian
crossing with advanced warning
signage (coord. wi Traffic Ops for
yellow beacons or Rectangular
Flashing Beacon)
Maintain On -street parkingon SW
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