Treasure Island Plans to Elevate City’s Future

In a recent meeting, the Treasure Island Planning Agency engaged in a discussion focused on a range of significant urban development issues, most notably the Elevate TI initiative, aimed at addressing the city’s future in terms of development, infrastructure, and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the meeting provided insights into the ongoing discussions and considerations regarding the development and zoning regulations in Treasure Island.

The Elevate TI initiative emerged as a key topic, as members deliberated on the implications of the program’s mandatory versus voluntary nature. The program’s aim is to adapt the city to changing environmental conditions and future storm events by raising the elevation of homes and infrastructure. Opinions varied on whether making the program mandatory was necessary or if a voluntary approach would achieve the same results organically. Concerns were expressed about the financial impact on residents required to elevate their properties and the feasibility of incrementally raising roads.

Furthering the city’s developmental strategy, the Planning Agency also discussed the differentiation of architectural standards. The board considered the possibility of moving away from the predominant 1950s-style buildings to embrace more modern and visually appealing designs. This shift was viewed as a way to enhance the city’s aesthetic and attract investment. The debate encompassed the practical implementation of new architectural standards and the role of incentives to encourage creativity among developers.

In pursuit of modernization, the meeting also tackled the topic of updating the LDRs, which consultants from Kimley Horn addressed. Emphasizing the challenges of the current regulations, the consultants proposed a two-phase approach to reorganize, simplify, and standardize the code, making it more accessible and user-friendly. They highlighted areas needing attention, such as landscaping, buffering standards, and signage ordinances. The agency discussed the necessity of content-neutral sign codes and the implications of non-compliance.

Addressing the city’s infrastructure needs, the Planning Agency considered the integration of electric vehicle charging stations and the promotion of alternative transportation, such as electric bikes and scooters. The lack of nearby Tesla superchargers was noted. Furthermore, the differentiation between Quick Serve Restaurants and the implications for parking space requirements and drive-through distances were deliberated, with the possibility of updating parking standards to align with contemporary transportation trends.

The potential to increase building heights in certain areas was also on the agenda, with members debating the visual impact and the balance between growth and preserving the city’s character. The discussion referenced both the successes and resistance met by previous attempts to introduce a planned development ordinance, which could streamline the approval process for new projects.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Tyler Payne
Planning Board Officials:
Richard Harris, Ross Sanchez, Michael Hurtubise, Marvin Shavlan, Lynn Fisher, Diana Crabill, Linda Driscoll, Gary Potenziano, Chris Downing

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