Accessibility Waiver Applications:

1) Versace Casa Casuarina Hotel Renovation Project- Waiver 549- 1116 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach 33139- Issue: vertical accessibility to the second and third floor.

Mr. Vogel presented the waiver and advised that the Council recommended granting the request for vertical accessibility on the grounds of historical nature of the property.

Public Comment:

Mr. Larry Schneider stated he was representing the applicant and can answer any questions if needed.

Motion:

Commissioner Gross entered a motion to accept the Council’s recommendation to grant the waiver on the basis of historical nature of the property. Commissioner Schiffer seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously with a vote of 14-0.

2) Interior Remodeling for Vinya Food and Drink- Waiver 548- 266 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables 33134- Issue: vertical accessibility to the mezzanine.

Mr. Vogel presented the waiver and advised that the Council recommended granting the request for vertical accessibility on the grounds of economic hardship.

Public Comment:

Mr. Larry Schneider stated he was representing the applicant and can answer any questions if needed.

Motion:

Commissioner Schiffer entered a motion to accept the Council’s recommendation of the waiver on the basis of economic hardship. Commissioner Gross seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously with a vote of 14-0.

3) Dr. Ori Eizenberg Weinger- Wavier 553- 601 Brickell Key Dr. Unit 291, Miami 33131- Issue: vertical accessibility to the mezzanine.

Mr. Vogel presented the waiver and advised that the Council recommended granting the request for vertical accessibility on the grounds of technical infeasibility.

Motion:

Commissioner Schiffer entered a motion to accept the Council’s recommendation of the waiver on the basis of technical infeasibility. Commissioner Gross seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously with a vote of 14-0.