Grant variances for duplex on substandard lot with setback and coverage variances

Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance granting a Variance Permit to allow the construction of a duplex on a substandard lot having a lot width of 50 feet, where 75 feet are required; allow a lot area of 6,750 square feet, 7,500 square feet are required; allow an interior east and west side setback of 5 feet 1 inch, where 7.5 feet are required; and allow a lot coverage of 33.18%, where 30% is the maximum lot coverage allowed; all in contrast to Hialeah Code of Ordinances §98-544, §98-546, and Section "E" of the Hialeah Landscape Manual, updated July 2025, entitled "Tree and Lawn Requirements by Zoning Classification". Property located at 60 East 14 Street, Hialeah, zoned R-2 (One-and Two-Family Residential District) and legally described herein; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date. On January 13, 2026, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for January 27, 2026. On December 10, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended the approval of this item subject to conditions. Conditions: 1. Enter into a Declaration of Restrictions to develop the site according to plans signed and sealed by Leopoldo Bellon (Architect), dated November 7, 2025. Planner's Recommendation: Approval with conditions. Property Owner: Yusvani Alfonso, 7841 Northwest 160 Terrace, Miami Lakes, Florida, 33016