Biscayne Park Fines Property Owners for Noise and Rental Violations

Overview: In a recent assembly, the Biscayne Park Code Compliance Board took decisive action on a series of property violations, most notably issuing substantial fines for noise disturbances and unauthorized short-term rentals. The board enforced a $5,000 fine against a property for excessive noise linked to its use as a short-term vacation rental. This case involved detailed testimony from police officers and rigorous questioning from both the board and the property owner’s representative.

Biscayne Park Planning Board Approves Various Homeowner Proposals

Overview: The Biscayne Park Planning Board recently convened to deliberate on several homeowner proposals, including building permits, fence and roof applications, and driveway modifications. Notable items included the approval of a metal fence on Northeast 115 Street, a second-floor addition on Northeast 119 Street, and a flat roof addition on Northeast 8th Court. The board also advised on parking requirements for a single-family home, including the option for tandem parking spaces and the homeowner’s ability to sketch plans without an architect. Additionally, the board guided a homeowner on a previously tabled metal roof installation, confirming that the proposed design met the required criteria.

Biscayne Park Village Commission Votes on Variance for Gates

Overview: In a decision that has garnered community interest, the Biscayne Park Village Commission voted on a variance application for the installation of manual driveway rolling gates at a recent meeting. The meeting delved into a range of topics, with the variance request dominating the discussions due to its implications for public safety and community aesthetics. The debate was nuanced, involving the weighing of the urgency of safety concerns against the potential impact on the village’s character.

Biscayne Park Discusses Traffic Calming and Police Enforcement

Overview: In a recent Biscayne Park Village Commission meeting, topics of substantial community interest included initiatives for traffic calming measures, police enforcement, and financial deliberations regarding public service departments. The commission explored the feasibility of implementing traffic calming measures amidst concerns about outdated traffic studies and the legalities of installing devices like speed bumps. Additionally, the funding and operational logistics for increasing police presence to enforce traffic laws were thoroughly debated, with the potential of launching a pilot program being discussed.

Biscayne Park Planning Board Addresses Building Height Concerns

Overview: At a recent Biscayne Park Planning Board meeting, a discussion centered around the proposed increase in height for a structure, which had already secured preliminary approval from the city. The board scrutinized the necessity of adding 10 feet to the existing structure, weighing the building’s massiveness against the aesthetic and structural norms of the neighborhood. The proposed changes to a building permit, including substantial structural alterations such as the extension of the second floor, the addition of an elevator, and changes to the roof height, also sparked a debate among board members.