Highland Beach Planning Board Contemplates Navigational Impact of Boat Lift

Overview: The Highland Beach Planning Board meeting addressed two development issues, with the primary focus on an application for a special exception to install a 27,000 lb capacity elevator boat lift on Grand Court, amidst concerns about its impact on canal navigation. The secondary item was the approval, with conditions, of a major modification to an existing building on Ocean Boulevard, including the addition of square footage and changes to the building’s exterior facade and roof line.

Tequesta Council Approves Key Village Improvements

Overview: In the most recent meeting of the Tequesta Village Council, a series of key developments were approved including the appointment of a new mayor, the advancement of significant infrastructure projects, and the adoption of various agreements to better serve the community.

Palm Beach School Board Accelerates New School Construction

Overview: The Palm Beach County School Board convened to address several issues, with the most significant being the decision to expedite the construction of a new school due to overcrowding concerns. Rapid community growth and unexpected demographic changes have led the board to prioritize this project amidst a slew of infrastructure updates and fiscal discussions.

Loxahatchee Groves Committee Tackles Agri-Tourism Code Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Loxahatchee Groves Agri-Tourism Committee addressed several issues concerning agri-tourism activities in the town, including the enforcement of parking standards, the simplification of offsite parking procedures, and the regulation of light pollution to mitigate its impact on the community.

Gulf Stream Committee Tackles Zoning and Aesthetics in Coastal District

Overview: The Gulf Stream Ad Hoc Committee recently convened to address issues concerning zoning regulations, property aesthetics, and the preservation of the town’s character. The meeting saw a discussion on potential zoning code amendments, the impact of building design on community aesthetics, and strategies for incentivizing single-story homes to maintain neighborhood character.