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Proposed Redevelopment of Carlouel Yacht Club at 1091 Eldorado Avenue

Original title: FLD2026-05010: Flexible Development approval for Social and Community Centers, the Carlouel Yacht Club (accessory outdoor amenities - tennis courts and pool area and overnight cabanas) in the Institutional (I) and Preservation (P) Districts as a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project for the property located at 1091 Eldorado Avenue. The buildings do not exceed 50 feet in height and 59 on-site parking spaces are proposed. Requested is flexibility for the use, reduced off-street parking for the site based on a parking demand study, and reduced landscape buffers along the property lines through a Comprehensive Landscape Program. (Community Development Code Sections 2-1204.A, 3-1401.C, and 3-1202.G) (Level Two Application)

July 21, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The Community Development Board will decide whether to grant zoning exceptions for this project, which will determine the density, parking availability, and visual screening of the site at 1091 Eldorado Avenue.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Carlouel Yacht Club

The organization is seeking approval for specific land use and zoning variances for their property.

Nearby residents

Residents in the vicinity may be affected by changes to landscape buffers and parking availability at the site.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 21, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Carlouel Yacht Club has submitted a development application to renovate its facilities, including tennis courts, a pool area, and overnight cabanas. The proposal requests zoning flexibility for land use, a reduction in required off-street parking, and smaller .

Key Facts

  • The project is classified as a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project.
  • The site is located in Institutional (I) and Preservation (P) zoning districts.
  • Proposed amenities include tennis courts, a pool area, and overnight cabanas.
  • The maximum building height is capped at 50 feet.
  • The plan proposes 59 on-site parking spaces.
  • The applicant requests a reduction in required off-street parking based on a parking demand study.
  • The applicant requests reduced landscape buffers along property lines via a Comprehensive Landscape Program.
  • The application is processed under Community Development Code Sections 2-1204.A, 3-1401.C, and 3-1202.G.
  • The application is designated as a Level Two Application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being built at the Carlouel Yacht Club?
The proposal includes accessory outdoor amenities such as tennis courts, a pool area, and overnight cabanas.
How tall will the new buildings be?
The buildings are proposed to not exceed 50 feet in height.
Will there be enough parking?
The applicant is proposing 59 on-site parking spaces and has requested a reduction in standard parking requirements based on a parking demand study.

Why It Matters

The Community Development Board will decide whether to grant zoning exceptions for this project, which will determine the density, parking availability, and visual screening of the site at 1091 Eldorado Avenue.

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Zoning Flexibility Request

The applicant is explicitly seeking to bypass standard parking and landscape buffer requirements through a 'Comprehensive Landscape Program' and a 'parking demand study'.

Connected Entities

organizationCommunity Development BoardThe governing body reviewing the application.Map →
organizationCarlouel Yacht ClubThe applicant seeking development approval for the property.Map →
location1091 Eldorado AvenueThe site of the proposed redevelopment project.Map →
other50Maximum building height in feet.Map →
other59Number of proposed on-site parking spaces.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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