Brevard County Commission Advances Key Zoning Changes in District 1
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Meeting Type:
County Council
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Meeting Date:
08/01/2024
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Recording Published:
08/01/2024
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Duration:
18 Minutes
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State:
Florida
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County:
Brevard County
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Towns:
Cape Canaveral, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Cocoa West, Grant-Valkaria, Indialantic, Indian Harbour Beach, June Park, Malabar, Melbourne, Melbourne Beach, Melbourne Village, Merritt Island, Micco, Mims, North Merritt Island, Palm Bay, Palm Shores, Patrick Space Force Base, Port St. John, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, Sharpes, South Patrick Shores, Titusville, Tropical Park, Viera East, Viera West, West Canaveral Groves, West Melbourne
- Meeting Overview:
The Brevard County Commission held a meeting to discuss several zoning changes and amendments, ultimately approving multiple requests and addressing public concerns about land use and future development.
The meeting’s top priority was the approval of two companion zoning applications by Paul Turner and Jackie Allen. The first request was to change the future land use designation from residential to neighborhood commercial, while the second sought to rezone the property to allow for a recreational vehicle park. Both items were approved unanimously by the commissioners after brief discussions and motions.
Another zoning request came from Put It In Me Storage LLC, which sought to change the zoning classification for their property. The discussion was deferred to a future meeting as the applicant was not present. Commissioners voted to continue the item to ensure all necessary parties could participate in the decision-making process.
The commission also approved a request from MJ Coupe LLC to change the zoning classification for their property, subject to conditions outlined in the binding development plan. These conditions included prohibiting various commercial uses such as automobile sales and repairs, outdoor intercom systems, and digital signs, among others. The applicant and a representative from the Lake Point Homeowners Association expressed support for the zoning change, provided these conditions were met.
In a move to streamline future applications, Commissioner Rob Feltner motioned to deny Walter CH Wikii’s zoning change request while waiving the six-month waiting period typically required for resubmission. The motion passed, with Feltner explaining that the co-owners of the property needed time to resolve internal matters before reapplying.
During the public comment period, Sandra Sullivan raised concerns about the potential sale and future use of SNO land, which she described as crucial for ongoing dredging projects. Sullivan urged the commission to reconsider any moves to sell the land, citing its value for utility purposes and the significant costs associated with alternative dredging solutions.
Frank Abbate
County Council Officials:
Rita Pritchett, Tom Goodson, John Tobia, Rob Feltner, Jason Steele
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Meeting Type:
County Council
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
08/01/2024
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Recording Published:
08/01/2024
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Duration:
18 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Florida
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County:
Brevard County
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Towns:
Cape Canaveral, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Cocoa West, Grant-Valkaria, Indialantic, Indian Harbour Beach, June Park, Malabar, Melbourne, Melbourne Beach, Melbourne Village, Merritt Island, Micco, Mims, North Merritt Island, Palm Bay, Palm Shores, Patrick Space Force Base, Port St. John, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, Sharpes, South Patrick Shores, Titusville, Tropical Park, Viera East, Viera West, West Canaveral Groves, West Melbourne
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