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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Zoning Change for Large Buildings in Cocoa Waterfront District
Record date · October 4, 2023
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What This Bill Does
The City of Cocoa is considering an amendment to its zoning laws that would permit the construction of large-scale commercial and buildings within the Cocoa Waterfront . This item is currently listed as 'Agenda Ready' for the Planning and Zoning Board.
Property owners and residents within the Cocoa Waterfront may see changes in building height, density, and land use regulations if this amendment is approved.
Who It Affects
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Property owners in the Cocoa Waterfront Overlay District
Their properties may become eligible for new development types or subject to new density standards.
City of Cocoa residents
Residents may experience changes to the character, traffic, and commercial offerings of the waterfront area.
Key Facts
- The proposed amendment modifies Appendix A, Article XI, Section 22 of the City of Cocoa Zoning Ordinance.
- The amendment specifically targets properties within the Cocoa Waterfront Overlay District.
- The change would allow for the development of large-scale commercial and mixed-use buildings in the specified district.
- The file is currently designated as 'Agenda Ready' for the Planning and Zoning / Local Planning Agency.
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- The item was formally introduced on September 28, 2023.
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Waterfront Development Expansion
The city is moving toward increasing density and commercial capacity in its waterfront district, potentially signaling a shift toward more intensive urban development.
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