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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff Analysis & MapsCity of Miami Planning and Zoning Department ANALYSIS FOR STREET CLOSURE File ID# 1363 REQUEST: Pursuant to Section 55-15 (c) of the Miami City Code, the applicant proposes the closing, vacating, abandoning, and discontinuing for public use a portion of a public street. PROJECT ADDRESS: A portion of NW 18 Street -End, located east of NW 7 Avenue. APPLICANT: University of Miami & Triprop LLC COMMISSION DISTRICT: District 5 FOLIO#: not applicable ZONING DESIGNATION: CI -HD NET OFFICE: Allapattah GENERAL INFORMATION: REQUEST: Pursuant to Section 55-15(c), of the City Code of Ordinances, the applicant requests the vacation, closure, and discontinuing the use of a public street. As depicted below, the proposed street closure lies within the limits of the approved UM Life Science Tech Park Tentative Plat. The subject alley is located within Roberts and Grant Subdivision and the Allapattah NET. LIFE SCIENCE - 7214 STREET TI;C[INOLOGY PARK' d�� — T a q,1 1 i ,I` MN !VWSTREET INi,n l,.li. [n l,aj„Eu IaINp G�L.J IVW 18TN TERRMCE nW �'� IIII , I,.p.;m lr l„In w1. r , —7-0, BW IBM Sir Er if ' I'1'Il , Jtl ' , �_�� ' , 7) <—eiJ if: NW iTIHSfREET - -'r - aa- I:,1-:4'- j;�t, r- ,,t Ir. I I pea. ,i' 1 has .� I'lidll�; a Location Mao (Life Science Technology Park) 5 rw•v-r f SIV t. N.W.'lallr STREET4 w — , ,,i- VW m.52: i I I' Naw:ieniSTR.Ctr RA, m SE 50141) er NIS—} 77!F a=+w sr) (0 II Tentative Plat (Proposed Alley closure outlined in red) City of Miami Planning and Zoning Department BACKGROUND: The applicant (University of Miami & Triprop LLC) owns all the properties abutting the street to the north, south and east, (defined as Tract A). Previously, the applicant applied for and received approval with conditions from the City of Miami, Plat and Street Committee for the Re -Plat and Street Closure (Tentative Plat #1861) of Life Science Technology Park. The intent of this Tract is to provide a buildable site for the future development of the site. This request is to close, vacate and abandon a portion of a public street, located at NW 18 Street, from NW 7 Avenue to approximately 100 feet east of NW 7 Avenue, with approximately 4,043 square feet of land. The intent of the request is to annex the closed section of the street into the approved Tract A to create a unified site for future development. There are no overhead utilities above the street. Any existing underground utilities located within the street will be relocated or easements must be created. The existing street is 40 feet in width by 95 feet in length and runs in an east to west direction and dead - ends to the east of NW 7 Avenue. Aerial View of the proposed Street Closure Proposed Street closure (outlined in red). r __i a..,:eru Wael,M., Current zoning. Proposed Street closure (Outlined in red). The proposed closure of a portion of NW 18 Street may provide an increase of active pedestrian uses with the redevelopment of Tract A. This street closure is considered a key element in unifying this Tract, by providing a buildable site for a future development to serve the University of Miami and its users. This street -end is designated on the adopted Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan as "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities and is within the adopted "Health District Regional Activity Center". File Id # 1363 2IPage City of Miami Planning and Zoning Department ANALYSIS: The following is an evaluation of the request pursuant to Section 55-15(c) of the City Code of Ordinances which states that in addition to technical requirements for vacation and closures, that the Plat and Street Committee review four (4) public interest findings related to vacation and closures. The Plat and Street Committee Findings for the street closure application are attached as Exhibit A, and summarized below. 1. Public Interest Finding: Is it in the public interest, or would the general public benefit from the vacation of the rights -of -ways or easements? Plat and Street Committee Response: The closure of the street will create a unified development site compatible with the current Transect Zone development patterns. The project may include a health -oriented use that is conducive to pedestrian activity, circulation, and available to the general public. Public Interest Finding: Is the general public no longer using the rights -of -way or easement, including public service vehicles such as trash and garbage truck, police, fire or other emergency vehicles? Plat and Street Committee Response: The existing street proposed to be closed and vacated is completely within the boundaries of the Tentative Plat site and do not extend or interconnect beyond the limits of the Tentative Plat. The approved Tract A is vacant, and the roadway is not utilized by emergency or service vehicles beyond the limits of the site and the site itself requires limited service. Solid waste service is provided by private commercial carriers. 3. Public Interest Finding: Would there be no adverse effect on the ability to provide police, fire or emergency services? Plat and Street Committee Response: There would be no adverse effect on the ability to provide fire, police or emergency services. Any proposed new development will be required to provide adequate emergency access. There is no through access required beyond the limits of the site and the proposed street to be closed and vacated dead ends within the limits of the Plat. 4. Public Interest Finding: Would the vacation and closure of the rights -of -way or easements have a beneficial effect on pedestrian and vehicular circulation in the area? Plat and Street Committee Response: The street proposed to be closed and vacated is not part of the general neighborhood vehicular or pedestrian circulation system, as it forms a dead-end within the premises of the site. The location of the subject right-of-way is off -set from the intersection of NW 18 Street and NW 7 Avenue. This off -set forms a potentially dangerous intersection for both vehicles and pedestrians. The closure of this portion of the right-of-way may improve pedestrian and vehicular safety and circulation. Moreover, the future development may provide enhanced pedestrian and vehicular circulation to serve the property and its users. File ld # 1363 3IPage City of Miami Planning and Zoning Department On October 11, 2016, The Plat and Street Committee members voted to recommend approval, 6 in favor and 0 in denial, of this street closure request subject to conditions. CONCLUSION: The proposed street closure is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP). This closure may facilitate cohesive development, economic growth, and revitalization of the surrounding areas, resulting in a positive impact for the neighborhood and for the City of Miami in general. Based on the Plat and Street Committee findings, conditions of approval, and the staff analysis, the Planning and Zoning Department recommends the Approval of the request subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant or their successor shall comply with the conditions of approval stated for the Life Science Technology Park Plat #1861, in a letter dated October 31, 2016, issued by the Department of Public Works. 2. The applicant or their successor shall comply with all development standards identified in Miami 21 Code and all applicable Local, State and Federal regulations. Jacqueline ` Ilis A 'fig Chi: f of Land Development Luiz Vicentini Planner I Exhibit A- Plat and Street Committee Comments letter for, Life Science Tech Park, Plat #1861, dated October 11, 2016. File Id # 1363 4IPage EXH 1 BIT -A PLAT & STREET COMMITTEE LETTER OF APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS eitp of tfltanit DA N] f iiL J. ALFONSO City Manager October 31, 2016 University of Miami ATTN: Larry Marbert 1400 NW 10 Avenue Suite 105 Miami, FL 33136 I Triprop, LLC ATTN: Norman I. Weil 1400 NW 10 Avenue Suite 105 Miami, FL 33136 LIFE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PARK TENTATIVE PLAT #1861-A (FIRST RESUBMITTAL) LOCATED ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF NW 7 AVENUE, AT NW 18 STREET Ladies and Gentlemen: The City of Miami Plat and Street Committee, at its meeting of September 1, 2016, APPROVED the above tentative plat subject to the following revisions being made to the tentative plat, additional information being provided and/or variances being granted. Please be advised that the processing of your tentative plat cannot proceed until these conditions have been satisfied: Public Works 1. On the application: Confirm with the City Attorney's Office that the provided corporate resolution showing who has authority to sign for the corporations is acceptable. 2. Note that the Right of Way to be closed and vacated is "by this Plat". 3. Show the existing property line (limit of the plat) as a solid line and the proposed right-of-way line as a dashed line. Be advised that on the final plat this will be reversed. 4. On the main sketch, show underlying lots with dimensions 5. Add owner's information and address. 6. Add curve data abbreviations to legend. 7. Provide ties to block corners and identify type of monument found. 8. An approval letter from Florida Department of Transportation will be required prior to final plat submittal. 9. Provide a Certified Corner Record prior to final plat submittal. 10. On the main sketch: a) Provide area of proposed Tract A b) Provide area of right of way to be closed Planning and Zoning 1. Under Article 5, Section 5.8.a, all Development in the CI -HD zone for a structure that exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000) in cost and affects the Scale of the street or block front, or that affects the location, relocation or enlargement of vehicular ways or parking areas outside public Rights -of -Way requires approval by Warrant pursuant the submitted information of Development Information/Proposed Use for parking, open space and/or circulation. 2. Zoning abbreviations: change to urban center open transect zone and health district transect zone DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 444 SW 2nd Avenue, 8ch Floor / Miami, FL 33130 / (305) 416-1200 / Fax: (305) 416-1278 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 330708 Miami, FL 33233-0708 LIFE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PARK - TENTATIVE PLAT #1861-A (FIRST RESUBMITTAL) October 31, 2016 Page 2 of 3 Standard Comments 11. A letter from Comcast is required to determine if any adjustments to their facilities or easements are required. 12. Verify with the Miami -Dade County that the proposed plat name is acceptable. 13. All encroachments across proposed tract and/or lot lines must be removed prior to final plat submittal. 14. An opinion of title, in the City of Miami opinion of title form, must be provided at the time of the final plat submittal. 15. Current backup documentation will be required for all who execute the final plat. A resolution for authority to execute documents and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of State are required, if applicable. 16. Tentative plat application must be made with Miami -Dade County after receiving approval from the City of Miami Plat and Street Committee. 17. Be advised that an incomplete final plat package will not be accepted by the City of Miami. It is the owner's responsibility to work with his surveyor and his attorney to assure that everything is in order before submitting the final plat package. 18. Be advised that if all the requirements for scheduling the final plat for City Commission action are not in order, the final plat will not be scheduled for a City Commission meeting. 19. A letter of concurrency from the Miami — Dade County School Board is required prior to the final plat approval (see contact sheet). 20. Existing utilities in the street being closed and vacated must be relocated or easements must be created. 21. An Opinion of Title as to the reversionary rights for the right-of-way to the closed and vacated will be required by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. The opinion of title must also address whether or not there are individuals, in addition to the abutting property owners, having an interest in the right-of-way to be closed and vacated. A copy of the opinion of title must be provided to the Public Works Department. 22. The Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board will require a sketch and legal description with a square footage, on an 8 '/z" X 11" paper, for the proposed closure. Contact the Office of the Hearing Boards, at 305-416-2030. Provide a copy to the Public Works Department. 23. The Plat and Street Committee has reviewed the tentative plat of Life Science Technology Park subdivision and determined that all technical requirements contained in the Miami City Code Subdivision Regulations have been met and has approved the tentative plat. The members of the Plat and Street Committee have further considered the request for vacation and closure of the street with respect to Miami City Code requirements and have voted 6 in favor and 0 in denial of this vacation and closure request. In addition to the above requirements, you should be aware of the following: 1. State and local laws require the installation of various physical improvements in the public rights -of - way when property is platted. These subdivision improvements include paving, drainage, landscaping, sidewalks, etc. In some cases this could represent a substantial investment on your part. REQUIRED: The submission of an electronic file of the tentative plat, in an AutoCAD, to the City of Miami Public Works Department, Roadway Plans Section will EXPEDITE the preparation and enhance the ACCURACY of the subdivision improvement letter required for the final plat approval. 2. The alteration, relocation or installation of utilities such as storm and sanitary sewers, electric, telephone, water, etc., caused by this plat will be at the property owner's expense. Also, utility easements may be required on the property being platted. 3. A building permit will not be issued on the property being platted until the final plat is recorded or as authorized by the City of Miami Code Section 55-10(i). Also, the Temporary Certificate Occupancy and/or Certificate of Occupancy for any building construction will be issued only after all the required subdivision improvements have been completed. LIFE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PARK - TENTATIVE PLAT #1861-A (FIRST RESUBMITTAL) October 31, 2016 Page 3 of 3 4. Approval for fire flow requirements must be obtained from the Fire -Rescue Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 5. In order to mitigate problems associated with access and construction activities throughout the neighborhood, the contractor/developer is encouraged to notify the affected neighborhood residents, in writing, of the project starting and completion dates at the time of issuance of permits. The contractor/developer may coordinate the notification of residents with the local City of Miami NET Service Center. 6. Additional items must be provided to the City of Miami Department of Public Works before the final plat is submitted to the City Commission for approval. You will be notified in writing as to what these items are after the amount of the bond has been determined for the necessary subdivision improvements. It is required that the applicant contacts the City of Miami Public Works Survey Section to verify that all final plat submittal documents are complete prior to final plat submittal. 7. Tentative plat approval is only valid for 1(one) year and 6(six) months from the date of the Plat and Street Committee meeting at which time it was approved. If you have any questions concerning these requirements, please refer to the attached sheet for the appropriate person to contact. Sincerely, Ju Santa ., P.E., CFM. Su sor of Plats — Plat and Street Committee Director Department of Public Works JS/AB/ab ' tole' C: Biscayne Engineering Co. ATTN: Mike Bartholomew, PSM 529 W. Flagler Street Miami, FL 33130 University of Miami ATTN: Rob Curtis 1400 NW 10 Avenue, Suite 105 Miami, FL 33136 Plat and Street Committee Members Nzeribe Ihekwaba, Ph.D., P.E., Assistant City Manager/Chief of Operations Survey Development and Roadway Plans Central MIAMI 21 (EXISTING) File ID: 1363 NW 18TH TER NW 18TH ST •• • • • • • • • • • • • . • • • • • • 1. • NW 17TH ST SEOPWyCommunity Redevelopment Plan `` 0 50 100 200 Feet LEGAL DESCRIPTION: A portion of Right -Of -Way contiguous to Block 5 and Block 6, of ROBERTS AND GRENTNER ADDITION according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 56, of the Public Records of Miami -Dade County, Florida. 0 75 150 1 300 Feet AERIAL File ID: 1363 Gl Esri, DigitalGlobe, Gez Eye, -- " USGS, AEX, Getmappinng, Ae Community r. phics, CANE}S/, s isstop©, LEGAL DESCRIPTION: A portion of Right -Of -Way contiguous to Block 5 and Block 6, of ROBERTS AND GRENTNER ADDITION according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 56, of the Public Records of Miami -Dade County, Florida.