1999.06.01_PB_Minutes_WorkshopTOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH
PLANNING BOARD
WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES
June 1 1999 10:00 A.M.
Chairman Alfred E. Bresnahan called the Special Workshop Meeting to
order in Commission Chambers at 10:00 A.M.
Deputy Town Clerk Jane Dillon called the roll. Present were
Chairman Alfred E. Bresnahan, Members victor P. Hadeed, Harold R.
Hagelmann, S. Myron Browner, Guido Teichner and Eugene Diliberto.
Gerald B. Church was absent. Also present were Town Manager Ben
Saag, Town Attorney Thomas Sliney and members of the general
public.
Mr. Saag first stated a memo he sent, transmitting the Town
Commission's wish that the Planning Board prioritize and work on
the home height issue first with Mr. Hodgkins.
Mr. Hadeed stated for the record that the homes being built are an
asset to the Town; that he opposes anything that will reduce the
height of homes, and that he feels all that should be done is to
determine where a home should be measured from.
Mr. Hodgkins stated that he would compare home heights with other
jurisdictions, and that he does not have a recommendation at this
time due to the new state regulations which he has not yet
investigated.
Several board members suggested the original memo to the Town
Commission re changes to height and measurement's be resubmitted to
the Commission. Mr. Sliney felt it was premature to resubmit until
all the issues are looked at, namely the new state regulations and
what other municipalities are allowing.
Mr. Saag offered a suggestion for the Board to consider, which
would be to measure to mid -point on a home rather than its overall
height. This may allow more diversity in a home's look, with more
pitched roofs rather than flat. The Board agreed this aspect
should be considered.
Mr. Hodgkins continued, asking the board if they would like some of
the following issues to be looked at:
home businesses - allowing licensing for a non -revolving
business.
"Jap Rock" - County owned land... look at regulations regarding
future development of land.
Navigational hazards - has town brought in an engineer to
evaluate same; i.e. dolphin pilings.
Protection of environmental resources - any concerns to look at?
(retain as much wetland as possible)
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Problems with accessory uses in Town? i.e.; parking of
recreational vehicles; non -confirming regulations.
Mr. Saag stated that he would distribute an outline of suggestions
for the Board/Mr. Hodgkins to address.
The next workshop meeting is scheduled for July 14 immediately
following the Regular Meeting.
With no further business, MOTION to adjourn was made by MR.
HAGELMANN/MR. BROWNER at 11:30 a.m.
APPROVE:
Alfg9d E. Bresnahan, Ch. Guido Teichner, V.Ch.
S. Myron Browner, V.Ch. Harold R. Hagelmann
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Victor P. Hadeed
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e Dil berto
absent
ATTEST:
Gerald B. Church DATE: - -