Madeira Beach Plans for Future with Master Plan and Zoning Changes

Overview: Madeira Beach is set to embark on a comprehensive master plan project. This initiative, coupled with discussions on zoning changes, took center stage at the recent Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners meeting.

Long Branch City Council Advances Pier Reconstruction with State Grant

Overview: At the recent Long Branch City Council meeting, a development was announced regarding the construction of a new fishing and pedestrian pier, thanks to a substantial state grant. Mayor John Pallone revealed that the city received a $3.25 million grant from the state Boardwalk Preservation Fund, which will enable the revitalization of a historic Long Branch landmark. The pier, envisioned to be approximately 500 feet long, is set to be fully ADA accessible and will be located along the right-of-way next to the L Street beach. The project commencement is slated for the year 2025, with more details to be released in the coming months.

St. Pete Beach Board Grants Variance Requests Amid Controversy

Overview: In a recent St. Pete Beach Board of Adjustment meeting, members granted several variance requests, including one for new development despite public opposition and concerns over potential self-imposed hardship. The approved variances spanned from adjustments to Green Building standards for a new office building, to the design of a single-family dwelling that required additional height for an elevator shaft, to setback reductions for a proposed four-story structure. The meeting also dealt with the aftermath of a hurricane, with the board considering a new sign for a local business that did not meet the required setbacks.

Edison Board Plans for Future with Medical Office and Residential Projects

Overview: The Edison Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on February 27th, 2024, was notable for its focus on development proposals that could shape the community’s infrastructure and residential fabric. Among the various cases considered, the plan for a three-story medical office building intended to address the changing needs of medical practices in light of the pandemic was a prominent item. The meeting also examined a proposal for a three-unit residential triplex, signaling potential growth and densification in residential zones.

Monroe Zoning Board Reviews Solar Project and Senior Housing Expansion

Overview: The Monroe Township Zoning Board’s recent meeting was marked by the examination of two substantial development proposals. The first focused on a large-scale solar project by Monroe Solar 1 LLC, intended to generate clean energy for local residents, while the second dealt with a significant expansion of an existing senior transitional housing facility, aimed at accommodating the growing need for such accommodations in the community.