HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03-17-1997CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL
COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING
MARCH 17, 1997
MINUTES
A meeting of the City of Cape Canaveral, Community Appearance Board, was held on March 17,
1997, at 7:30 P.M. in the City Hall Annex, 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The
Secretary called the roll.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Jovan Barzelatto Vice Chairperson
Nadena Easler
Vickilyn Shea
Richard Treverton
MEMBERS ABSENT
Karen Hayes Chairperson
OTHERS PRESENT
Roy Cowell City Engineer
Anthony Garganese City Attorney
Beatrice McNeely Planning & Zoning Board Chairperson
Leo Nicholas Planning & Zoning Board
Susan Stills Deputy City Clerk, Secretary
ORDER OF BUSINESS
1. Approval of Minutes.
The board agreed by consensus to defer approval of the minutes of January 20, 1997, to the next
scheduled board meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Request No. 97-01 - Name of Project, Pierce Ave. And Ridgewood Avenue; Property
Owner, Douglas Callahan; Applicant, Donald Haynes.
Donald Haynes was sworn in by Attorney Garganese. Mr. Haynes described the building as
concrete block construction with a light stucco finish. Color photos (Exhibit"A") and paint
samples (Exhibit "B") were distributed to the board members for review. Mr. Cowell asked what
material would be used for the garage door. Mr. Haynes stated that he would use a steel panel
garage door. Discussion followed on including an overhang to enhance the appearance. Ms.
Easler queried if any contrasting color would be used. At which time, Mr. Callahan, the property
owner, was sworn in by Attorney Garganese. Mr. Callahan explained that enhancements would be
done through landscaping materials. He stated that he would add Queen Anne Palms to the
landscape and that this building's appearance would be similar to those which he owns at 518 and
520 Adams Avenue. Mr. Treverton queried the width of the each driveway to be 12 feet. Mr.
Callahan stated that each driveway could accommodate one vehicle with additional space . Ms.
Easler questioned the railing material. Mr. Hayes answered that he would use aluminum.
Discussion followed on the board's goal to enhance a plain appearance in construction.
Mr. Cowell queried the color of the roof Mr. Haynes displayed shingle samples from which the
owner would choose. Mr. Nicholas questioned if there were any construction on the adjacent lot.
He stated that surrounding construction could help set the tone. Mr. Barzelatto called for a
motion. A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Ms. Easler to approve the
application contingent upon two conditions, 1) that the owner plant, 12, 8-foot high Queen
Anne Palms, and 2) that the owner install at a minimum a 30-inch wide planting strip
between the two driveways. Motion carried 4-0.
Mr. Cowell recommended that staff require the applicant to submit materials that would render a
better visual representation of the builder's intent. Mr. Garganese stated that materials, texture
and color are the board's current requirements. Mr. Cowell suggested and the board agreed by
consensus that each member get samples of building materials and photos. Discussion followed on
cost effective ways to provide better visual materials for the board to make determinations. Mr.
Garganese stated that the board does not want to create a burden on the owner in a small scale
construction.
A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Ms. Easler to recess for five minutes in
order to prepare the slides for presentation. (Recessed at 8:25 P.M.)
Mr. Barzelatto recalled the meeting to order at 8:30 P.M.
Mr. Treverton presented 48 slides showing scenes from Cape Canaveral, Melbourne and Merritt
Island. He noted the architectural styles and landscaping in the photos, as well as some
unattractive aspects. Discussion followed on the board's intent to create a harmonious appearance
in Cape Canaveral through color, style and landscaping.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:44 P.M.
( Signature ) 4/7/97 (Printed Signed)
Jovan Barzelatto, Vice Chairperson
( Signature )
Susan Stills, Deputy City Clerk