Board recommends setback variance to Board of County Commissioners for hurricane‑damaged lot

The Planning & Zoning Board voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve variance application 2662 for property owner Tanya Richardson. Jordan (Speaker 5) explained the lot is a nonconforming record lot created before current zoning standards; staff recommended a 20‑foot front and rear setback reduction to allow a replacement home under the Rebuild Florida program.

Sarah Meyer of Dewberry Engineers, representing Rebuild Florida and the homeowner, told the board: "The square footage of the new building will be about 1,100 square feet." Staff confirmed the 1,100‑square‑foot design exceeds the 780‑square‑foot minimum required by the ULDC. After limited board questions about surrounding ownership and lot context, a motion to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners passed by voice vote.

The board’s action is a recommendation; final authority rests with the County Commission. The record includes staff findings referencing LDC section 11‑03 and the property’s nonconforming lot status.