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April 23, 2026 ·4:00 PM Final Revised

City Hall - Commission Chambers

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Agenda — 37 items

  1. 1 The Historic Preservation Board will be holding its Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 23, 2026, commencing at 4:00 pm EST. Pursuant to Resolution No. 2021-118, the City of Coral Gables has returned to traditional in-person meetings. Accordingly, any individual wishing to provide sworn testimony shall be present physically in the Commission Chambers. However, the Historic Preservation Board has established the ability for the public to provide comments (non-sworn and without evidentiary value) virtually. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom may listen to and participate in the meeting. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88413827534. Meeting ID: 884 1382 7534 One tap mobile +17866351003,,88413827534# US (Miami) +16465189805,,88413827534# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 786 635 1003 US (Miami) +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 470 381 2552 US (Atlanta) Meeting ID: 884 1382 7534 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kbrgrILN6G / 305-461-6769 (Coral Gables local number) To speak to the Historic Preservation Board on an Agenda Item, please “Raise your Hand” or send a message to one of the meeting hosts using the Zoom Platform. If you joined the meeting via telephone, you can “Raise your hand” by pressing *9.
  2. 2 PAGE BREAK
  3. I. CALL TO ORDER
  4. II. ROLL CALL
  5. 4 This meeting was Called to Order at 4:00 PM.
  6. III. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
  7. 1. Historic Preservation Board Meeting Minutes for March 12, 2026 REVISED 26-1472 Deferred
  8. IV. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
  9. V. PUBLIC HEARING
  10. VI. LOCAL HISTORIC DESIGNATIONS
  11. 9 Item XI DISCUSSION ITEMS - Will be heard first.
  12. 1. CASE FILE LHD 2026-01: Consideration of the local historic designation of the property at 1315 Genoa Street, legally described as Lot 10, Block 37, Coral Gables Granada Section Revised, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 8, at Page 113 of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. 26-1465 Deferred
  13. 11 This item will be deferred to the May 21, 2026 meeting.
  14. 12 PAGE BREAK
  15. VII. SPECIAL CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS
  16. 1. CASE FILE COA(SP)2026-005: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 1144 Milan Avenue, a Local Historic Landmark, legally described as Lot 3 & East 10 feet of Lot 2, Block 26, Coral Gables Granada Section, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 8, at Page 113, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests to demolish the original detached garage and design approval for additions and alterations and sitework. 26-1466 approved Pass
  17. XI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
  18. 15 PAGE BREAK
  19. 1. May is Historic Preservation Month - Board member Schild will give a presentation to City Commission on the "State of Historic Preservation in Coral Gables." Ms. Shield prepared an outline for the presentation, incorporating the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 250th anniversary theme emphasizing equality and community engagement. She will also include information from the Historic Preservation Office’s annual report. Ms. Shield emphasized the importance of highlighting Coral Gables’ historic districts and the broader community value of historic preservation beyond preserving individual buildings. The board discussed designating a representative to coordinate and finalize the presentation materials. Board members emphasized that historic preservation is an ongoing responsibility focused on shaping the city’s future as much as protecting its past. Board members noted that reaching a 100-year legacy depends on preserving buildings through their first 50 years, and that preservation should be viewed as “living history” that continues through current decisions such as Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) and Special Certificates of Appropriateness (SCOAs). The discussion also highlighted the role of urban design, aesthetics, landscaping, and thoughtful planning in maintaining the city’s identity as “The City Beautiful. Board members stressed the need to continue investing in preservation tools and policies to protect architectural continuity, encourage quality design in both new construction and modifications, and ensure the city’s historic and cultural character endures for future generations. Approved on Consent Agenda Pass
  20. 2. CASE FILE COA (SP) 2025-019: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 547 Alcazar Avenue, a Contributing Resource within the “Alcazar Avenue Historic District,” legally described as Lot 24, Block 13, Coral Gables Section “B,” according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 5, at Page 111, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests design approval for the enclosure of the open front porch with impact-resistant windows and doors. 26-1467 Continued Pass
  21. 17 PAGE BREAK
  22. 3. CASE FILE COA(SP)2026-010: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 1139 Venetia Avenue, a Local Historic Landmark, legally described as Lot 5, Block 36, Coral Gables Granada Section, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 8, at Page 113, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests design approval for additions, alterations and sitework. Variance have also been requested from Article 2 Section 2-101 D (10) c. of the Coral Gables Zoning Code to allow for a driveway that does not provide access to a garage and/or carport and Article 2 Section 2-101 D (6) a. to allow three feet (3’-0”) separation between the main building and accessory structure where five feet (5’-0”) is required. 26-1468 approved Pass
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  24. 4. CASE FILE COA(SP)2026-011: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 1233 Anastasia Avenue, a Local Historic Landmark, legally described as Lot 20 and Lot 21 less than N 38.57 Feet, Block 10, Coral Gables Country Club Section 1, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 8, at Page 108, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests design approval for additions, alterations and sitework. Variances have also been requested from Article 13, Section 13-303 of the Coral Gables Zoning Code to allow to expand an existing non-conforming structure and Article 2, Section 2-101 D (4) b. i. of the Coral Gables Zoning Code for the minimum interior side setback of the new addition. 26-1469 approved Pass
  25. 21 PAGE BREAK
  26. 5. CASE FILE COA (SP) 2026-012: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 1015 Sevilla Avenue, a Contributing Resource within the “Coral Rock Residences Thematic District,” legally described as Lots 14 & 15, Block 14, Coral Gables Section “A,” according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 5, at Page 102, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests design approval for the demolition of an existing auxiliary structure, the construction of a new detached garage, an addition and alterations to the residence, and sitework. A variance has also been requested from Article 2, Section 2-101 D (4) c. of the Coral Gables Zoning Code for the minimum rear setback for the porch at the new detached garage structure. 26-1470 approved Pass
  27. 23 PAGE BREAK
  28. 6. CASE FILE COA (SP) 2026-013: An application for the issuance of a Special Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 826 Medina Avenue, a Local Historic Landmark, legally described as Lot 5, Block 4, Coral Gables Granada Section Revised, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 8, at Page 113, of the Public Records of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The application requests design approval for the demolition of a wood-frame auxiliary structure, an addition and alterations to the residence, and sitework. A variance has also been requested from Article 8, Section 8-203 C (1) of the Coral Gables Zoning Code for the elimination of off-street covered parking. 26-1471 approved Pass
  29. VIII. OLD BUSINESS
  30. 25 Board member Garcia-Pons left the meeting.
  31. 1. National Historic Preservation Month presentation to the City of Coral Gables Commission on May 5, 2026.
  32. IX. NEW BUSINESS
  33. X. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS
  34. XI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
  35. XII. ADJOURNMENT
  36. 31 PAGE BREAK
  37. 32 NOTE