Temple Terrace Council Approves Key Riverside Park Project

Overview: The Temple Terrace City Council recently met to discuss several significant city initiatives, including the future of Riverside Park, community development projects, and important zoning changes. The most prominent decision made was the approval of a contract with Hal Associates Inc. for the design and engineering services for improvements to Riverside Park, a key facet of the city’s downtown redevelopment efforts.

Temple Terrace Code Enforcement Board Tightens Compliance Deadlines

Overview: The Temple Terrace Code Enforcement Board addressed a series of property violations with firm deadlines and fines during their recent meeting. The board was presented with multiple cases ranging from overgrown conditions to unauthorized construction work.

Temple Terrace Council Tackles Rezoning and Investment Tax

Overview: In a recent session, Temple Terrace City Council has advanced the rezoning of a property within the downtown community redevelopment area. During a recent meeting, the council voted to move forward with the first reading of an ordinance adopting the rezoning of a property on Overlook Drive from a single-family residential R-10 zoning classification to a planned development (PD) zoning classification. This rezoning is set to facilitate the development of eight townhomes, with the second reading and public hearing scheduled for June 18, 2024.

Temple Terrace Approves Overlook Drive Rezoning Amid School Support Discussion

Overview: In a recent Temple Terrace City Council meeting, the council approved a rezoning ordinance for a property on Overlook Drive to make way for a new housing development project. This decision comes at a time when the council is also heavily invested in discussions about the distribution of funds from the Community Investment Tax (CIT), particularly in relation to supporting local schools.

Temple Terrace Board Delays Decision on Pool Variance

Overview: In a prolonged session, the Temple Terrace Board of Adjustments grappled with a contentious variance request for a residential pool on Brentwood Avenue, a case marked by debate over city drainage issues and the definition of hardship. The homeowner’s request to build a larger pool, complicated by city-caused drainage problems, took center stage as the Board deliberated the implications of granting a variance under such circumstances. Despite the homeowner’s presentation of three pool construction options aiming to mitigate drainage impact and accommodate parking needs, the Board opted to grant a continuance, postponing a final decision until August 22nd, 2024.