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Approval of 'The Forest Apartments' Development in Margate

Original title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MARGATE, FLORIDA, APPROVING WITH CONDITIONS A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE FOR A 338-UNIT MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENT IDENTIFIED AS THE FOREST APARTMENTS WITHIN THE TOC-G GATEWAY ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 787 SOUTH STATE ROAD 7, SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS OF THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE

Record date · October 16, 2024

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What This Bill Does

The City of Margate has approved a special exception to allow the construction of a 338-unit multi-family apartment complex. The project, known as The Forest Apartments, will be located at 787 South State Road 7 within the Gateway zoning district.

Why it matters

This resolution authorizes the development of 338 new residential units at 787 South State Road 7, subject to specific conditions set by the city's Development Review Committee.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Residents of Margate

The development adds 338 residential units to the local housing stock and changes the land use at the specified location.

Directly affected

Developer of The Forest Apartments

The developer is granted a special exception to proceed with the project under the conditions set by the city.

Key Facts

  • The City of Margate approved a special exception use for a 338-unit multi-family development.
  • The project is named 'The Forest Apartments'.
  • The development is located at 787 South State Road 7.
  • The project is situated within the TOC-G Gateway Zoning District.
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  • Approval is subject to the findings and conditions established by the Development Review Committee.
  • The resolution was introduced on September 24, 2024.
  • The resolution is classified as a quasi-judicial action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being built at 787 South State Road 7?
A 338-unit multi-family apartment complex called The Forest Apartments.
Is the project automatically approved?
No, the approval is subject to conditions set by the city's Development Review Committee.

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Gateway District Development

The approval highlights the city's ongoing utilization of the TOC-G Gateway Zoning District for high-density residential growth.

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