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Board approves 333 N. Swinton renovation, demolition of roof and variance for rear addition after contractor shoring plans provided
Summary
Delray Beach’s Historic Preservation Board approved plans to raise, renovate and add to a contributing 1946 house at 333 North Swinton Avenue, permitting roof removal for reconstruction, a rear addition, and a reduced setback after the applicant showed contractor shoring and drainage measures.
The Delray Beach Historic Preservation Board voted to approve a renovation and rear addition at 333 North Swinton Avenue, including a demolition request to remove roof structure for vertical elevation and a variance reducing the required rear setback, after the applicant presented engineered shoring and drainage plans and the board added a condition to coordinate fenestration/articulation of the east elevation with staff.
Why it matters: The property is a contributing 1946 masonry vernacular residence in the Old School Square Historic District. The project proposes to raise parts of the structure to meet current floodplain (FEMA) requirements, rebuild and reinforce roof and floor structures to meet current building codes, and construct a one‑story addition to the rear. Because the work includes removal of a roof and substantial structural work, the request triggered a relocation/demolition application and public notice.
Staff and applicant presentations: Planner Michelle Hewitt summarized the staff review and noted the application asks for a 1,005‑square‑foot rear addition, exterior modifications, ground improvements and a variance to reduce the 10‑foot rear…
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