The most significant item discussed was the approval of a variance application for a new covered deck on Bay Vista Avenue. The property owners sought permission to reduce the rear yard setback from the required 30 feet to 18 feet to construct a 480 square foot covered deck, replacing an existing screen enclosure. The planning staff explained that, while the current screen enclosure would comply with setback regulations, the addition of a roof necessitated the variance request. The property backs into Hillside Drive, a dead-end street with no sidewalk, providing additional open space and limiting direct impact on neighboring properties. The homeowners emphasized the necessity of the coverage for shade during the hot Florida summers.

The board considered the unique characteristics of the lot, including the substantial space between the property line and the road on Hillside Drive, and the absence of neighboring houses directly behind the backyard. The applicant, Brett Ramer, expressed the need for shaded outdoor space, citing the intense Florida heat. After confirming there was no opposition from the public, the board approved the variance, allowing the homeowners to proceed with construction.