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Public Hearing on Closing a Portion of Coconut Drive

Original title: Public Hearing - Second Reading - Quasi-Judicial Ordinance Approving Vacation of Right-of-Way - of a 50-foot-wide by 102-foot-long Portion of Coconut Drive - David Ide - Case No. UDP-V21002 - (Commission District 4) Anyone wishing to speak must be sworn in. The Commission will announce any site visits, communications or expert opinions received and make them part of the record.

Record date · April 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The local Commission is holding a public hearing to consider an ordinance that would vacate, or permanently close, a 50-foot by 102-foot section of Coconut Drive. This request, filed by David Ide under case number UDP-V21002, concerns property located in Commission District 4.

Why it matters

The ordinance determines whether a specific portion of public land on Coconut Drive will be removed from public use and potentially transferred to private control, affecting local traffic patterns and property access in District 4.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

David Ide

The applicant seeking the vacation of the right-of-way.

Directly affected

District 4 Residents

Local residents may experience changes to traffic flow or access near the affected portion of Coconut Drive.

Key Facts

The Commission is considering an ordinance to vacate a 50-foot-wide by 102-foot-long portion of Coconut Drive.
The application is filed under Case No. UDP-V21002.
The property is located within Commission District 4.
The proceeding is classified as a 'quasi-judicial' hearing, requiring specific legal procedures.

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All speakers at the public hearing must be sworn in before providing testimony.
The Commission is required to disclose any site visits, outside communications, or expert opinions received regarding this case as part of the official record.
The file number for this legislative item is 26-0372.
The item was introduced on March 27, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'vacation of right-of-way' mean?

It means the government is considering officially closing a portion of a public street or path, effectively removing it from public use.

Can I speak at this hearing?

Yes, but you must be sworn in before you are permitted to speak.

What is a quasi-judicial hearing?

It is a type of hearing where the Commission acts like a judge, making a decision based on evidence and testimony presented during the meeting.

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Quasi-Judicial Procedure

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