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Ms.Claudia Hasbun,Zoning Administrator City of Sunny Isles Beach Applicant will satisfy the bonus criteria by providing the enclosed parking garage and paying the applicable fees for the public parking and streetscape bonuses. It is important to reiterate that the Project satisfies all Code requirements, including, but not limited to setback, height, building spacing and lot coverage. Moreover, due to the unique and creative design of the building, Applicant will provide a greater rear setback than allowed by Code and more in tune with the comments received from certain residents of the King David. Applicant has made an intentional good faith effort to resolve any and all neighbor concerns. VI. Traffic: In connection with the Original Project, Applicant submitted a traffic study prepared by Richard Garcia & Associates, Inc., dated March 30, 2015, including multiple technical amendments in response to various City comments (collectively, the "Traffic Study"). The Traffic Study determined the Original Project would result in no net impact to the existing street Levels of Service ("LOS"). The Traffic Study, and resulting conclusions, were reviewed and verified by the City's independent traffic engineer. The revised Project, which decreases the intensity and density of the Original Project, does not negatively impact the existing LOS. In support of this conclusion, the Traffic Study was updated with a technical memorandum to reflect the reduced impact of the revised development program. The updated Traffic Study was verified and confirmed by the City's independent consultant. Please refer to the response from City' traffic consultant, the Corradino Group, dated. June 15, 2015, a copy of which is included in the Application file. The Applicant's expert traffic engineer and the City's expert traffic engineer have conclusively determined that the Proiect will not negatively impact the existing traffic conditions in the City. To deny this Application on the grounds that traffic generated by the permitted uses, which are below the maximum levels permitted under the City's Code, would effectively deny our client the right to develop the Property. Again, it is important to mention that the existing use includes an 8,533 square foot Denny's restaurant with existing curb cuts on Collins Avenue and 175th Terrace. The de minimis increase in traffic will not affect the existing LOS. While traffic can be frustrating, this Project will not create traffic congestions nor will it exacerbate any existing circulation conditions. VII. Art in Public Places: Consistent with Section 104 of the Code, Applicant proposes a beautiful artistic treatment to the building. Please refer to the renderings and elevations in the, Plans for illustrations of the proposed art sculpture. In sum, Applicant is proposing a structure to wrap around the garage and the West side of the tower. This art sculpture will shield the garage from public view, while also creating an interesting and substantial piece of art in favor of the Project. In addition to the artwork on the garage, the Applicant is continuing the artwork along the spine of the building facing West, providing aesthetic benefits to the community West of the Project. The sculptural wall consists of imaginative wave-shape punched panels inspired by the waves in the ocean just a few steps from the Property. The design is tied to nature in a cohesive artistic piece visible from its surroundings. The panels are situated horizontally in a 5' x 30' grid and constructed of an aluminum composite material. The art sculpture essentially floats on the building through a concealed aluminum suspension system. Behind the perforated panels is a metal mesh that will enclose the parking structure while serving as a backdrop to the sculptured design. To enhance the floating effect, the carved screen will be back-lit at night with LED light fixtures. 5 GREENBERG TRAURIG.P . • ATTORNEYS AT LAW • W W W.GTLAW.COM