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Planning and Zoning Board - Jun 02, 2026
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2026
Zoning Board Recommends Reducing Minimum Lot Size in RSCS 5C District
The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed a proposed text amendment to revise minimum lot area and width requirements within the RSCS 5C zoning district. The amendment sought to reduce the minimum lot area from 7,000 square feet to 6,500 square feet and the minimum lot width from 70 feet to 65 feet. Staff recommended approval, noting that many lots in the RSCS 5C district are already smaller than the current minimums and that this amendment would apply city-wide to this district, not just to a specific property. The board discussed concerns about drainage and lot coverage, but staff confirmed that the 40% maximum lot coverage would remain unchanged. The board voted to recommend approval of the text amendment to the City Commission.
Board Approves Site Plan Amendment for Child Care Facility's Dumpster Enclosure
The Planning and Zoning Board considered a site plan amendment for an existing child care facility at 1051 Southwest 80th Avenue. The request was to construct a new 10x10 foot dumpster enclosure. The applicant proposed this due to the removal of trash beds and the need for a more contained waste management solution. The enclosure will be a concrete block structure with a vinyl fence. Staff noted that the existing site has adequate parking (10 spaces provided, 8 required) and that the enclosure's location in the corner parking area is necessary due to limited yard space. The board discussed offset requirements to neighboring properties and landscaping, with staff confirming buffer planting areas exist. The board voted to recommend approval of the site plan amendment to the City Commission.
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