Land Development and Planning Project Files_2362 S. Ocean Blvd._20240314_23-0018TRANSMITTAL FORM
REPORT OF REVIEW &
ACTION BY PLANNING BOARD
Transmit to: Town Planner Ingrid Allen
Building Department
Date: March 14, 2024
Applicant/Owner: David Willens
Property Address: 2362 S. Ocean Blvd, Highland Beach, FL 33487
Property Control Number: 24-43-46-28-44-000-0060
Application No. 23-0018
Preliminary Review:
Final Review: AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED MAJOR
MODIFICATION REQUEST TO AN EXISTING BUILDING
(DEVELOPMENT ORDER NO. 23-0002) AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 30-
39 OF THE TOWN CODE OF ORDINANCES INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO CHANGES TO THE EXTERIOR FAÇADE, BUILDING
FOOTPRINT, AND ROOF LINE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2362 SOUTH OCEAN BOULEVARD.
Amended Site Plan Review
Other
AT THE March 14, 2024, MEETING, THE PLANNING BOARD REVIEWED THE ABOVE MATTER
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 30 OF THE TOWN CODE OF ORDINANCES, AND HEREBY CERTIFIES
THAT THE FOLLOWING ACTION WAS TAKEN:
Denied
Approved
Approved with Conditions (as noted)
Other:
PLEASE TAKE WHATEVER ACTION IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE SUBJECT MATTER, I.E.,
ISSUE PERMIT, TRANSMIT TO TOWN COMMISSION, RETURN TO APPLICANT, ETC.
IF THE ABOVE PLANS WERE DENIED OR APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS, PLEASE NOTE THE
BOARD’S FINDINGS:
MOTION: Rosen/Chudnofsky - Moved to approve Development Order No. 23-0018.
Based upon roll call: Member Rosen, Member Chudnofsky (Yes),
Member Brown (Yes), Member Powell (Yes), Member Axelrod (Yes),
Vice Chairperson Mendelson (Yes), and Chairperson Goldenberg (Yes).
The motion passed on a 7 to 0 vote.
CLERK’S OFFICE USE ONLY:
Transmitted to the Building Department: 03/14/2024
REVIEW GIVEN TO SUBJECT PROPERTY
File Attachments for Item:
B. Development Application No. 23-0018
Application by David Willens for an amendment to a previously approved major
modification request to an existing building (Development Order No. 23-0002) as
provided in section 30-39 of the Town Code of Ordinances including but not limited to
changes to the exterior façade, building footprint, and roof line for the property located
at 2362 South Ocean Boulevard.
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PLANNING BOARD
STAFF REPORT
MEETING OF: MARCH 14, 2024
TO: PLANNING BOARD
FROM: INGRID ALLEN, TOWN PLANNER
SUBJECT: APPLICATION BY DAVID WILLENS FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED MAJOR MODIFICATION REQUEST
TO AN EXISTING BUILDING (DEVELOPMENT ORDER NO. 23-
0002) AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 30-39 OF THE TOWN CODE OF
ORDINANCES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CHANGES TO
THE EXTERIOR FAÇADE, BUILDING FOOTPRINT, AND ROOF
LINE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2362 SOUTH OCEAN
BOULEVARD (DO #23-0018).
Applicant (Property Owner): David A. Willens
2362 South Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach, FL 33487
Applicant’s Agent: Not applicable
Property Characteristics:
Comprehensive Plan Land Use: Single Family
Zoning District: Residential Single Family (RS)
Parcel PCN#: 24-43-46-28-44-000-0060
Site Location: 2362 South Ocean Boulevard
Property Background
According to the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser, the existing home was built in 2000.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
HIGHLAND BEACH BUILDING DEPARTMENT
3614 S. Ocean Boulevard
Highland Beach, FL 33487
Ph: (561) 278-4540
Fx: (561) 265-3582
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On June 8, 2023, the Planning Board approved a major modification request to an existing building
(DO No. 23-0002) including but not limited to the addition of two (2) new garages, new covered
entertainment area, and changes to the exterior façade and roof line of the property.
On December 19, 2023, the Town Commission approved a right-of-way permit (APP23-1089) for
a new single driveway as well as an amendment to FDOT’s Landscape Inclusive Memorandum of
Agreement for landscaping improvements in FDOT’s right-of-way (Resolution No. 2023-036).
Request and Analysis:
The Applicant is proposing an amendment to a previously approved major modification request
(DO No. 23-0002) to change the exterior façade, building footprint and roof line for the property
located at 2362 South Ocean Boulevard. Pursuant to Section 30-39 of the Town Code, major
modifications to existing buildings are described as follows:
“…that alter existing principal or accessory structures, including but not limited to
the building footprint, number of square feet, building height, number of dwelling
units, parking requirements, change in exterior facade, change of use, change of
roof line, change of elevation, all exterior walls, balconies, foundations, accessory
structures, and similar substantial improvements as determined by the building
official.
The originally approved major modification request (DO No. 23-0002) included the following
main changes to the residence:
- The addition of two (2) new garages totaling 1,197.41 square feet with new air-
conditioned area above, and two (2) new balconies.
- A new covered entertainment area along the rear of the property.
- Exterior façade changes including alterations to windows, doors and balconies to a
more modern architectural style.
- Alteration of the roof line.
The proposed amendment eliminates the two (2) garages and the entertainment area. The
amendment includes new exterior façade changes includ ing alterations to windows, doors and
balconies to a Balinese transitional modern design. In addition, the front entry to the residence is
modified to include the removal of a water feature , new under air square footage both on the first
and second floor of the existing residence have been reduced and the roof line is altered.
The Applicant is also proposing changes to the landscape plan which was part of the previously
approved major modification. The Applicant originally proposed to remove three (3) royal palms
from the property which pursuant to Section 20-135 (b) of the Town Code are considered specimen
trees and therefore requi re Town Commission approval. However, the revised landscape plan
indicates that these trees will now remain.
Following an approval by the Planning Board and prior to initiation of construction, the Applicant
will be required to obtain a building permit from the Town of Highland Beach Building Department.
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Pursuant to Section 30-21(g) of the Town Code, commencement of construction of the approved
major modification shall be initiated within two (2) years following the date of approval by t he
Planning Board.
According to Section 30-39(b) of the Town Code, major modifications are to be reviewed in the
same manner as an original structure or use as required by Chapter 30 (Zoning Code). Section 30-
31 of the Town Code requires site plan approval from the Planning Board for new single-family
residences. Pursuant to Section 30-22 of the Town Code, when acting in a decision-making capacity,
the Planning Board shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny applications for development
approval which includes major modifications.
Staff has reviewed the Applicant’s proposed request including plans date stamped received by the
Building Department on February 15, 2024 and finds that the project is consistent with the Code of
Ordinances.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (561) 637-2012 or
iallen@highlandbeach.us
Ingrid Allen
Town Planner
Attachments: Application
Aerials
Applicant proposed Plans (11X17)
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PUBLIC NOTICE
APPLICATION NO. 23-0018
500 Ft Public Notification Boundary
February 28, 2024
Dear Property Owner:
This is to notify you that the PLANNING BOARD of the Town of Highland Beach
will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 9:30 AM in the
Community Room of the Town Library located at 3618 South Ocean Boulevard,
Highland Beach, Florida to consider the following application.
APPLICATION BY DAVID WILLENS FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED MAJOR MODIFICATION REQUEST TO AN EXISTING BUILDING
(DEVELOPMENT ORDER NO. 23-0002) AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 30-39 OF
THE TOWN CODE OF ORDINANCES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
CHANGES TO THE EXTERIOR FAÇADE, BUILDING FOOTPRINT, AND ROOF
LINE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2362 SOUTH OCEAN BOULEVARD.
The application is available for inspection in the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall, Monday
through Friday during normal business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Any person that decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning Board with respect to any
matter considered at this meeting, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.
The Town of Highland Beach does not provide such a record.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons who need special accommodation
to attend or participate in this meeting should contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (561) 278-4548
at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the
Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8770 or 1-800-955-8771.
For additional information, please contact the Town Planner at (561) 278-4540.
TOWN OF HIGHLAND BEACH, BUILDING DEPARTMENT
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