Cocoa Beach Planning Board Tackles Vacation Rental Compliance and Enforcement Issues

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Planning Board meeting centered on the crucial issue of vacation rental compliance, addressing the challenges of managing unlicensed properties and ensuring public safety through rigorous enforcement measures. The board also discussed the complexities of regulating short-term rentals, the role of Homeowners Associations (HOAs), and potential fee adjustments for rental registrations.

Cocoa Beach Planning Board Approves Westgate Resort Plan

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Planning Board has recommended approval for the Westgate Resorts at the Cocoa Beach Pier development. The proposed development includes a 16-unit hotel and a plan for maintaining public parking spaces, and it has stirred community interest due to its potential impact on traffic, parking, and beach access. During the meeting, the board also discussed a right-of-way easement for 488 North 4th Street, touching upon the intricacies of property encroachment and city liability.

Cocoa Beach Plans for Future with Mixed-Use Development Proposal

Overview: In a recent Cocoa Beach Planning Board meeting, a proposed mixed-use development in the Glass Bank area took center stage, with discussions highlighting the need for a variance to build additional units, the project’s impact on local infrastructure, and updates on the city’s comprehensive plan. The project, which includes an 80,000 square foot hotel, ground-level shops, and a rooftop restaurant, is aimed at enhancing the downtown area’s walkability and preserving small residential neighborhoods.

Cocoa Beach Planning Board Tackles Vacation Rental Concerns

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Planning Board addressed issues regarding the management of vacation rentals, the need for affordable housing for First Responders, and the election of new leadership positions in its latest meeting. The board elected Lenny Arnold as chair and Lisa Colo as vice chair for the year 2024, both by unanimous decision. A discussion on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update revealed the city’s adherence to state requirements and the board’s intent to enhance public participation in the planning process. The most matters included the regulation of home-based businesses, the oversight of vacation rentals, and the exploration of incentives for affordable housing development.