04-14-2026 Minutes

City Council Meeting · 2026-04-14 · minutes

[North of Grissom Parkway; case Ordinance 04-2026] The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 04-2026, a Zoning Text Amendment to Appendix A, Article XI, Section 19 of the City of Cocoa Land Development Code. This amendment allows large-scale commercial recreation centers and gym and fitness facilities within the M-2 zoning district. The request was initiated by Wendy H. Maier on behalf of the property owner and is associated with an existing tenant, Beachline Raceway R/C. The amendment provides clarity and predictability in code interpretation and supports existing businesses and economic activity. Public comment was not stated to have shaped the decision. The motion carried unanimously. [East of Grissom Parkway, north of Oxbow Circle, and south of Canaveral Groves Boulevard; case Ordinance 01-2026] The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 01-2026, an ordinance annexing approximately 45.26 acres of real property generally located east of Grissom Parkway, north of Oxbow Circle, and south of Canaveral Groves Boulevard. The applicant, Park Industrial, LLC, represented by Alex Goetz with KPM Franklin, seeks to develop the property as an industrial complex with warehouse and distribution operations. The annexation is necessary for the property to connect to the City of Cocoa wastewater utility service. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval. Public comment included concerns about access road status with the County, with the applicant stating discussions are ongoing. The motion carried unanimously. [East of Grissom Parkway, south of Canaveral Groves Blvd, and north of Oxbow Circle; case Ordinance 02-2026] The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 02-2026, amending the Future Land Use Map for approximately 45.26 acres of real property. The designation is changed from Brevard County 'Residential-4' to City of Cocoa 'Industrial'. This amendment is conditioned upon the approval of Ordinance 01-2026 (annexation). The property is generally located east of Grissom Parkway, south of Canaveral Groves Blvd, and north of Oxbow Circle. The amendment aligns with Comprehensive Plan goals by promoting economic development and concentrating industrial uses. Public comment was not stated to have shaped the decision. The motion carried unanimously. [East of Grissom Parkway, south of Canaveral Groves Blvd, and north of Oxbow Circle; case Ordinance 03-2026] The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 03-2026, amending the Zoning Map for approximately 45.26 acres of real property. The zoning designation is changed from Brevard County 'General Use' to City of Cocoa 'M-2 (Manufacturing and Light Industrial)'. This amendment is conditioned upon the adoption of Ordinance 01-2026 (Annexation) and Ordinance 02-2026 (Future Land Use Map Amendment). The property is generally located east of Grissom Parkway, south of Canaveral Groves Blvd, and north of Oxbow Circle. Public comment was not stated to have shaped the decision. The motion carried unanimously. [case 2026-183] The City Council considered the Cocoa Village Bay Estates Large-Scale Site Plan and Preliminary Plat. The project involves 7.55 acres with 3.33 acres of developed project area, proposing 7 residential lots. The applicant is requesting no changes to the City's Comprehensive Plan. The project has received an Environmental Resource Permit from SJRWMD. Mitigation includes onsite preservation and mitigation bank credits for wetlands, and tree mitigation. Public comment raised significant concerns about flooding issues, with residents expressing worries about the impact on their properties and the ability to access homes during storm events. Some residents also voiced concerns about traffic and wildlife. The applicant addressed concerns about stormwater management and driveway access. The City Council voted 3-2 to approve the Large-Scale Site Plan and Preliminary Plat, with Councilmembers Hearn and Koss voting against.