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Historic Preservation Board continues review of glass elevator proposal at 1116 Ocean Drive to Oct. 12
Summary
A proposal to install a glass elevator in the courtyard of the 91-year-old building at 1116 Ocean Drive drew lengthy debate on accessibility, reversibility and cumulative changes to the property. The Historic Preservation Board voted 3-2 to continue the item to Oct. 12 so a full board can examine alternatives and visit the site.
The Historic Preservation Board on Wednesday continued consideration of an application to install a round glass elevator in the courtyard at 1116 Ocean Drive, the former Versace property, citing unresolved questions about alternatives, long-term effects and accessibility.
The applicant, represented by attorney Alfredo Gonzales and architect Aris Kilar, told the board the proposed exterior glass elevator is intended to increase vertical accessibility without requiring demolition of original floor plates. Gonzales said the elevator “is not a fully accessible elevator, but we'll provide accessibility in many forms to the rooms that have…
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