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Proposed Pollo Tropical Drive-Through at Darwin Square

Original title: P26-025 Darwin Square Pollo Tropical - Special Exception Use Location: The property is located at 3201 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard Legal Description: Lot A of the plat of Darwin Square, according to the plat thereof recorded and filed in Plat Book 34, Pages 30 and 30A, in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida This is a request for the approval of a Special Exception Use (SEU) to allow a standalone restaurant with drive-through service lanes in the General Commercial (CG) Zoning District, per Section 158.124(C)(14) of the Zoning Code.

July 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The approval of this request would permit the construction of a drive-through restaurant in a General Commercial zoning district where such use requires a special exception.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners in Darwin Square

The proposed change in land use may alter traffic patterns or commercial activity adjacent to their properties.

Planning and Zoning Board

The board is responsible for reviewing the application and determining if it meets the requirements for a special exception.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 7, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

A request has been filed for a special zoning exception to allow a standalone restaurant with a drive-through at 3201 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard. The proposal is currently scheduled for a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Board.

Key Facts

  • The applicant is requesting a Special Exception Use (SEU) for a standalone restaurant with drive-through lanes.
  • The property is located at 3201 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard, identified as Lot A of the Darwin Square plat.
  • The request is filed under File Number 2026-595.
  • The proposal is subject to Section 158.124(C)(14) of the local Zoning Code.
  • The property is currently zoned as General Commercial (CG).
  • The legal description is recorded in Plat Book 34, Pages 30 and 30A of St. Lucie County public records.
  • The item is scheduled for a quasi-judicial public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Board.
  • The document was introduced on June 23, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Special Exception Use?
It is a land use that is generally appropriate for a zoning district but requires specific review and approval to ensure it meets certain conditions and compatibility standards.
Can I attend the meeting regarding this proposal?
Yes, the document indicates this is a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Board.

Why It Matters

The approval of this request would permit the construction of a drive-through restaurant in a General Commercial zoning district where such use requires a special exception.

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Connected Entities

otherP26-025The file identification number for the project.Map →
locationSt. Lucie CountyThe jurisdiction where the property records are filed.Map →
organizationPlanning and Zoning BoardThe body responsible for reviewing the special exception request.Map →
location3201 SW Port St. Lucie BoulevardThe specific property address for the proposed development.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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