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Zoning Change Approved for Harbour Retail Partners in Apollo Beach

Original title: Application Number: PRS 24-1046 Applicant: HARBOUR RETAIL PARTNERS Location: NW & NE Corners of Paseo Al Mar Blvd & Milestone Dr. Folio Number: 53966.0010 & 53975.2432 Acreage: 6.52 acres, more or less Comprehensive Plan: SMU-6 Service Area: Urban Community Plan: Apollo Beach Existing Zoning: PD (14-0815) Request: Minor Modification to PD · Modify sign type to allow pole signs RECOMMENDATION: Approvable, Subject to Conditions

Record date · September 10, 2024

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Land Use division has approved a minor zoning modification for Harbour Retail Partners. This change allows for the installation of pole signs at the intersection of Paseo Al Mar Boulevard and Milestone Drive.

Why it matters

This decision changes the permitted signage types for a 6.52-acre commercial site in Apollo Beach, allowing the developer to install pole signs that were previously restricted under the existing Planned Development (PD) zoning.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Harbour Retail Partners

The applicant is granted permission to modify sign types on their 6.52-acre property.

Directly affected

Apollo Beach residents

Residents in the vicinity will see changes to the permitted signage types at the intersection of Paseo Al Mar Boulevard and Milestone Drive.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this zoning change allow the developer to do?
The developer is now permitted to install pole signs on the property, which was a modification to their existing zoning agreement.
Where is this property located?
The property is located at the northwest and northeast corners of Paseo Al Mar Boulevard and Milestone Drive in Apollo Beach.

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Signage Flexibility

The approval indicates a willingness to grant minor modifications to existing PD zoning to allow for specific signage types like pole signs.

Connected Entities

Apollo Beach, Harbour Retail Partners, BOCC Land Use

Sources

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