Planning Board: abril de 2026
City of Panama City
April 13, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Agenda
The Planning Board of Panama City will hold a public hearing on April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM at City Hall, Room 010, to consider several land development requests. These include variances for setback requirements and a development agreement for a private membership yacht club and accessory marina. The document also outlines the procedures for quasi-judicial proceedings and applicant non-appearance policy. No decisions are stated in this agenda.
- Board:
- Planning Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-13
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 616 E 4TH CT; 1606 and 1608 9TH ST E; 2204 E 8TH STREET; 1210 CLAY AVENUE; 218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD & 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD; 407 MAPLE AVENUE
- Applicant:
- Herring Companies, Inc.; Kevin Downing, DLM Contractors, Inc; Beverly Jones; Thomas Zollo; Robert Carroll; Mandy O'Regan, Anchor Consulting Engineering and Inspection, Inc
April 13, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Agenda minutes 2026-04-13
The Panama City Planning Board met on April 13, 2026. Several variance requests and development agreements were discussed. A variance for a 3 ft. rear setback and a 5 ft. side setback was approved for Herring Companies, Inc. at 616 E 4TH COURT. A variance for a 45 ft. front setback was approved for Michael Mitchell at 1606 and 1608 9TH STREET E. A variance for a 30 ft. front setback was approved for Beverly Jones at 2204 E 8TH STREET. A variance for a 26 ft. front setback was approved for Thomas Zollo at 1210 CLAY AVENUE. A development agreement for a private membership yacht club and accessory marina at 218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD and 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD was recommended for approval. A major development approval for St. Andrew Bay Yacht Club and Bunkers Point Educational Foundation Inc. at 218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD and 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD was approved contingent on the development agreement approval. A major development approval for WATSON BAYOU MARINA PARTNERS LLC at 407 MAPLE AVENUE was approved.
- Board:
- Planning Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-13
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved; Approved; Approved; Approved; Recommended Approval; Approved contingent on Development Agreement approval; Approved
- Address:
- 616 E 4TH COURT; 1606 and 1608 9TH STREET E; 2204 E 8TH STREET; 1210 CLAY AVENUE; 218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD & 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD; 407 MAPLE AVENUE
- Applicant:
- HERRING COMPANIES INCORPORATED; Kevin Downing, DLM Contractors, Inc. (Owner: MICHAEL MITCHELL); Beverly Jones; Thomas Zollo; St. Andrew Bay Yacht Club and Bunkers Point Educational Foundation Inc.; St. Andrew Bay Yacht Club and Bunkers Point Educational Foundation Inc.; WATSON BAYOU MARINA PARTNERS LLC
April 13, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Agenda packet 2026-04-13
[616 E 4TH CT; case CPC-PLN-2026-0756] The Planning Board is considering a variance request for setback regulations in the Residential-1 (R-1) Zoning District. The applicant seeks a 3 ft. rear setback (minimum 20 ft. required) and a 5 ft. side setback (minimum 7 ft. required). [1606 and 1608 9TH ST E; case CPC-PLN-2026-0794] The Planning Board is considering a variance request for setback regulations in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) Zoning District. The applicant seeks a 45 ft. front setback, exceeding the maximum allowed 20 ft. front setback. [2204 E 8TH STREET; case CPC-PLN-2026-0875] The Planning Board is considering a variance request for setback regulations in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) Zoning District. The applicant seeks a 30 ft. front setback, exceeding the maximum allowed 20 ft. front setback. [1210 CLAY AVENUE; case CPC-PLN-2026-0716] The Planning Board is considering a variance request for setback regulations in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) Zoning District. The applicant seeks a 26 ft. front setback, exceeding the maximum allowed 20 ft. front setback. [218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD & 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD; case CPC-PLN-2026-0830] The Planning Board is considering a Development Agreement to establish a private membership yacht club and accessory marina. The development will be subject to Residential Future Land Use and Residential-1 (R-1) Zoning. Setbacks for the clubhouse and parking may be reduced to zero from the standard R-1 setback, and side pool setbacks may be reduced. The agreement term is not to exceed 30 years. Impervious surface ratio shall not exceed 60%. [218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD & 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD; case CPC-PLN-2026-0176] The Planning Board is considering a Major Development application. This item was continued from previous meetings on December 8, 2025, and February 9, 2026. [407 MAPLE AVENUE; case CPC-PLN-2026-1029] The Planning Board is considering a Major Development application. [616 E 4TH CT; 1606 and 1608 9TH ST E; 2204 E 8TH STREET; 1210 CLAY AVENUE; 218 BUNKERS COVE ROAD & 212 BUNKERS COVE ROAD; 407 MAPLE AVENUE; case CPC-PLN-2026-0756; CPC-PLN-2026-0794; CPC-PLN-2026-0875; CPC-PLN-2026-0716; CPC-PLN-2026-0830; CPC-PLN-2026-0176; CPC-PLN-2026-1029] Multiple land development requests were presented. Case CPC-PLN-2026-0756 involves a variance request for setback regulations at 616 E 4th Ct. The applicant, Herring Companies, Inc., seeks a 3 ft. rear setback (instead of 20 ft.) and a 5 ft. side setback (instead of 7 ft.) for a laundry room addition. Case CPC-PLN-2026-0794 is a variance request for DLM Contractors, Inc. at 1606 and 1608 9th St E, seeking a 45 ft. front setback (instead of 20 ft.). Case CPC-PLN-2026-0875 is a variance request for Beverly Jones at 2204 E 8th Street, seeking a 30 ft. front setback (instead of 20 ft.). Case CPC-PLN-2026-0716 is a variance request for Thomas Zollo at 1210 Clay Avenue, seeking a 26 ft. front setback (instead of 20 ft.). Case CPC-PLN-2026-0830 involves a development agreement for a private membership yacht club and accessory marina at 218 and 212 Bunkers Cove Road, with potential reductions in front and side setbacks. Case CPC-PLN-2026-0176 is a major development application for the same Bunkers Cove Road properties, previously continued. Case CPC-PLN-2026-1029 is a major development application for Watson Bayou Marina Partners LLC at 407 Maple Avenue. The document also details the procedures for Planning Board public hearings, including applicant and public participation, and outlines the criteria for granting variances. [1606 and 1608 9TH ST E; case CPC-PLN-2026-0794] DLM Contractors, Inc. applied for a variance to allow a 45-foot front setback instead of the maximum 20 feet required in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district for properties located at 1606 and 1608 9th St E. The applicant stated the need for additional space to park a long-bed work truck in the front yard, which would otherwise obstruct pedestrian passage. Staff recommended approval, finding the request consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and ULDC, and not detrimental to the community. The property is vacant, approximately 0.229 acres. [2204 E 8th ST; case CPC-PLN-2026-0875] Beverly Jones applied for a variance to allow a 30-foot front setback instead of the maximum 20 feet required in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district for the property at 2204 E 8th St. The applicant stated the existing home is setback 29 feet and the variance is needed to bring the property into compliance with original lot lines and enhance the existing structure. The property is 0.564 acres and currently has a single-family home. Staff recommended approval, finding the request consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and ULDC, and not detrimental to the community. [1210 Clay Avenue; case CPC-PLN-2026-0716] Thomas Zollo applied for a variance to allow a 26-foot front setback instead of the maximum 20 feet required in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district for the property at 1210 Clay Avenue. The applicant stated the variance is needed to enhance the neighborhood by developing a new single-family dwelling and making repairs to the remaining structure. The property is 0.436 acres and currently has a single-family home. Staff recommended approval, finding the request consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and ULDC, and not detrimental to the community. [218 Bunkers Cove Road; 212 Bunkers Cove Road; case CPC-PLN-2026-0830] This document details a Development Agreement for the St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club, located at 218 Bunkers Cove Road and 212 Bunkers Cove Road, Panama City, Florida. The agreement, case number CPC-PLN-2026-0830, is between St. Andrew Bay Yacht Club, Inc. and Bunkers Point Educational Foundation, Inc. as owners/applicants, and the City of Panama City. The project involves redeveloping the yacht club facilities, including reconstructing a clubhouse and pool, and potentially expanding docks. The property is approximately 2.76 acres and is zoned Residential-1 (R-1), but operates under a Historical Nonconforming Waterfront Development designation. The agreement allows for certain setback variances (up to 5 feet from Bunkers Cove Road, and 0 feet for the pool side setback) and sets a 35-foot building height limit, with the clubhouse up to 45 feet. The agreement has a term of 30 years. Public comment is not explicitly detailed in this section, but the agreement addresses potential impacts on neighbors regarding lighting and noise, and establishes limitations to avoid increasing the 'Baseline Burden' of the nonconforming use. Staff recommends approval. [212 & 218 BUNKERS COVE RD; case CPC-PLN-2026-0176] This document details an agreement concerning the St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club property, specifically addressing the reconstruction of a historical nonconforming waterfront development following a fire. It outlines permitted uses for the Sailing Center and Stokes Parcel, including educational, training, member events, and incidental storage. It also specifies limitations on outdoor amplified music, interior requirements at night, dumpster screening, impervious surface additions, and dry boat/trailer storage. The agreement details rules for vehicle parking on the Stokes Parcel, including restrictions on overnight parking and conditions for vehicle-trailer rigs. It also addresses the use of the Boyle Parcel, restricting it to undeveloped single-family residential lot standards with prohibitions on parking and storage, except for temporary use during events or storm preparation. The document further covers procedures for restoration and rebuilding after a casualty event, including the placement of temporary facilities during reconstruction, and emphasizes that these temporary facilities do not grant new vested rights. It also addresses local laws and policies, recording, assignment, default, enforcement, and the duration of vested rights. The agreement resolves pending code enforcement actions and supersedes prior agreements. The primary development activity is the reconstruction of the Yacht Club facilities, including a new clubhouse, following a fire. The agreement is between St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club, Inc., the City of Panama City, and Bunkers Point Educational Foundation, Inc. [218 BUNKERS COVE RD] St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club is developing a new approximately 6,700 square foot recreational clubhouse within a Residential zoning district. The project is designated as a historical nonconforming waterfront development. The new building will be slightly smaller than the previously demolished structure. The development will include 54 paved parking spaces and will elevate the site topography to comply with floodplain management standards. Staff recommends approval with conditions including issuance of a Commercial Development Order and submission of an Under Construction Elevation Certificate before concrete slab pouring and a final Elevation Certificate before obtaining a Certificate of Acceptance. [407 MAPLE AVENUE; case CPC-PLN-2026-1029] Watson Bayou Marina Partners LLC is requesting major development approval to expand the existing Emerald Harbor Marina from 58 slips to a total of 114 slips, adding 56 slips. The project also includes site improvements with additional paved parking spaces and the removal of an RV park. The property is located within the Millville CRA and Neighborhood Planning Area District (NPA). Staff recommends approval with a condition that a Commercial Development Order be issued and Technical Review Committee (TRC) requirements are met. [409 MAPLE AVE] Makaira Construction Group is associated with a site plan for a property with Parcel ID 22307-000-000 at 409 Maple Ave, Panama City, Florida. The project site area is 51,000 sf. Existing impervious areas include 10,273 sf of paved road and 5,131 sf of concrete parking, totaling 15,404 sf. Existing pervious areas include 34,589 sf of RV area and 1,007 sf of miscellaneous unpaved areas, totaling 35,596 sf. No changes are noted for new impervious or pervious areas. [407 Maple Ave Panama City, Florida 32401; case FDEP Permit No.: 0425048-001-EI/03; Lease File No.: 031566061; USACE Permit No: SAJ-2022-02493 (SP-AMG)] This document details an Environmental Resource Permit and a State-owned Submerged Lands Authorization granted to James Frazier (Permittee) for the expansion of the Emerald Harbor Marina. The project involves increasing the marina from 58 slips to 114 slips by adding 56 new slips across three piers (A, B, and C). The expansion includes new access docks, finger piers, and terminal platforms. The project also requires authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which has issued a separate permit. Key dates include the permit issuance on February 2, 2024, and a construction phase expiration on February 2, 2029. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit has a completion deadline of September 5, 2030. The document outlines numerous specific conditions for construction and operation, focusing on environmental protection, including turbidity control, erosion prevention, manatee and protected species protection, and proper waste disposal. There are no stated public comments or stakeholder sentiment in this section of the record. [407 Maple Avenue; case SAJ-2022-02493 (SP-AMG)] This document is a Department of the Army Permit Transfer Request for Permit Number SAJ-2022-02493 (SP-AMG), issued to Watson Bayou Marina Partners, LLC. The permit authorizes work in navigable waters of the United States at 407 Maple Avenue, Panama City, Bay County, Florida. The permit is for the expansion and modification of the Emerald Harbor Marina, including the addition of new boat slips and fixed timber piers. The project involves the construction of 114 slips (58 existing) and 10,870 SF of deck area (5,243 SF existing). Specific conditions for protected species (manatees, marine mammals, sea turtles) and water quality are included. The permit was issued on September 5, 2025. The document also includes standard conditions for in-water work, protected species construction, and vessel strike avoidance measures.
- Board:
- Planning Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-13
- Type:
- Packet
- Decision:
- Not stated (agenda item, public hearing scheduled)
- Address:
- 616 E 4TH CT
- Applicant:
- Herring Companies, Inc.
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