On the Record/Coral Gables

Coral Gables / Crafts Section
Commission Moves to Lock 45-Foot Cap on Crafts Section Block 36
A fix for a 2021 drafting error, approved 5–0 over the objections of a developer with an approved four-story building.
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors
Coral Gables / Alhambra Circle Historic District
1305 Alhambra Circle: New Additions and a Detached Garage for a 1924 Paist Home
Staff recommended approval with conditions for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
Coral Gables / Alhambra Circle Historic District
907 Alhambra Circle: A Solarium, a Pool and a Two-Story Garage for a 1927 Home
Three variances are requested at the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
Coral Gables / Country Club Section
Additions Proposed for 711 University Dr, a Landmark Built for George Merrick's Sister
Staff recommended approval for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
Coral Gables / Obispo Avenue Historic District
Teardown and New House Proposed at 1721 Columbus Blvd
Staff recommended approval with conditions for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
Coral Gables / Crafts Section
Commission Moves to Lock 45-Foot Cap on Crafts Section Block 36
A fix for a 2021 drafting error, approved 5–0 over the objections of a developer with an approved four-story building.
Passed first readingPassed first reading 5–0 on Oct. 13; second reading pendingMap: © OpenStreetMap contributors
Coral Gables / Alhambra Circle Historic District
1305 Alhambra Circle: New Additions and a Detached Garage for a 1924 Paist Home
Staff recommended approval with conditions for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
ProposedCoral Gables / Alhambra Circle Historic District
907 Alhambra Circle: A Solarium, a Pool and a Two-Story Garage for a 1927 Home
Three variances are requested at the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
ProposedCoral Gables / Country Club Section
Additions Proposed for 711 University Dr, a Landmark Built for George Merrick's Sister
Staff recommended approval for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
ProposedCoral Gables / Obispo Avenue Historic District
Teardown and New House Proposed at 1721 Columbus Blvd
Staff recommended approval with conditions for the Oct. 15 Historic Preservation Board meeting.
Proposed
Coral Gables / Citywide / Historic Preservation Board
Two Homes Up for Historic Designation: 825 Almeria and 605 Navarre
The Oct. 15 agenda also includes alterations at 3903 Granada Blvd.
ProposedCoral Gables / Davis Rd
751 Davis Rd: New 2-Story Single Family Residence
Permit issued Wed Oct 14, with a declared value of $3,022,125.
Permit issuedCoral Gables / Citywide / downtown
Rooftop Cabanas and Restrooms Could Rise Above Height Limits
First-reading approval lets enclosed accessory spaces on up to 25% of a roof sit above max height under the Mediterranean bonus.
Passed first readingCoral Gables / Citywide
Corner Lots Get Setback Relief for Driveways and Pool Equipment
A 5–0 first-reading vote; pool setbacks to be studied before second reading.
Passed first readingCoral Gables / North Gables
North Gables Cleanup Push Adds Cameras and Code Officers
Since July, the city has stepped up enforcement against dumping, trash and graffiti in the North Gables.
Discussion onlyDowntown Coral Gables
Climbing Center Pitched for the Mobility Hub's Retail Level
Commission aides pitched a family climbing and recreation venue in about 6,900 square feet of retail space; the ramp question waits until December.
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