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BOA Meeting Minutes_06.24.2026 APPROVED by Magistrate Neill
[HARDY AVENUE] A 2,500-square-foot metal building for limousine storage was approved with a rear setback variance from 20 feet to 10 feet. The applicant, Roland Brand Holdings, LLC, cited the parcel being undersized and bordered by a canal. No public comments were made. The Special Magistrate found a unique hardship due to the undersized lot and site configuration, approving the minimum variance necessary. [3233 NW DOCKAGE WAY] A lot width variance request for a single-family residence at 3233 NW Dockage Way was denied. The applicants, Eleanor and Luke Jacobs, sought to reduce the effective 150-foot minimum lot-width building line to preserve native vegetation and gopher tortoise habitat. Staff recommended denial, stating a residence could still be built within the required line. Neighbors and the Whitewaters Property Owners Association opposed, citing precedent and neighborhood character. The Special Magistrate agreed that while the property had unique characteristics, the variance was not the minimum relief necessary.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-07-22
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved
- Address:
- HARDY AVENUE
- Applicant:
- Roland Brand Holdings, LLC
Petition of Denley and Sally Daw for a Variance from the provisions of St. Lucie County Land Development Code, Section 8.00.04.(B.)(2.) – Fences, Walls, and Hedges for an 8 ft. tall fence (wall) to be permitted (after the fact) on the west side of the property.
The Board of Adjustment is considering a variance request for an 8 ft. tall fence (wall) to be permitted after the fact on the west side of a property. The petition is filed by Denley and Sally Daw. Public comment is scheduled, but no specific comments or sentiments are detailed in this agenda document. The meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-07-22
- Type:
- Agenda
- Applicant:
- Denley and Sally Daw
Petition of Denley and Sally Daw for a Variance from the provisions of St. Lucie County Land Development Code, Section 8.00.04.(B.)(2.) – Fences, Walls, and Hedges for an 8 ft. tall fence (wall) to be permitted (after the fact) on the west side of the property.
[5505 South Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34982; case VAR-2604-000071] The St. Lucie County Board of Adjustment considered a variance request for an 8-foot-tall fence at 5505 South Indian River Drive. The property owners, Denley and Sally Daw, sought to permit an existing 8-foot-tall masonry wall (fence) after the fact, which exceeded the 6-foot maximum height allowed by the Land Development Code for rear yards. The variance was requested due to unique conditions created by the property's adjacency to the Florida East Coast Railway (FEC) right-of-way, which experiences intensified rail traffic including Brightline passenger trains and freight operations, leading to noise, vibration, and visual impacts. Staff recommended approval with a condition to resolve outstanding surveyor comments. The decision date is July 22, 2026. This document outlines regulations for fence, wall, and landscape berm construction in various zoning districts. Key provisions include height restrictions based on yard location (front vs. other), adjacency to non-residential lots or street right-of-ways, and specific allowances for entry features and columns. Certain materials like cattle wire, chicken wire, razor wire, or barbed wire are prohibited in most residential districts, with exceptions for properties contiguous to named preserves or those on large parcels with unpaved private roads. Non-residential districts allow fences up to eight feet. Hedges are permitted in all yards but must comply with cross-visibility rules at intersections. Permits are not required for split-rail, cattle wire, chicken wire, barbed wire, and post-and-rail fencing in specific agricultural districts, provided they meet height and safety standards. Fences on bona fide agricultural land are exempt from the building code but subject to floodplain regulations. Fencing of vacant properties is prohibited. Fences must not interfere with drainage or block floodwaters. Special height allowances exist for public safety/security facilities (up to six feet in required yards, or higher per industry codes for specific uses) and athletic activity containment (up to twelve feet).
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-07-22
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Recommended for approval with conditions
- Address:
- 5505 South Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
- Applicant:
- Denley and Sally Daw
6.24.2026 Agenda Packet
[Hardee Avenue, east of US Highway 1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952; case VAR-2604-000070] Variance requested for a 2,500 sq. ft. metal building to encroach 10 feet into the 20-foot required rear yard setback. The property is a non-conforming lot of record, less than 50% of the minimum required lot size for the CG zoning district. The variance is sought to allow for the reasonable use of the land for a limousine storage business, given the lot's small size and the need to accommodate long vehicles. Staff recommends approval. Environmental Resources Department has no objection. Public comment sentiment is not stated in this document. [3233 NW Dockage Way, Palm City, FL] Variance requested to reduce the required lot width from 150 feet to 134 feet 10 7/8 inches for a single-family residence. The property is 1.00 acre and zoned Agricultural Residential (AR-1). Staff recommends denial, pending further environmental surveys. [3233 Dockage Way, Ft. Pierce, FL 34990; case VAR-2605-000072] A variance request for a single-family residence at 3233 Dockage Way, Ft. Pierce, FL, was considered by the Board of Adjustment. The applicant, Eleanor and Luke Jacobs, sought to reduce the minimum lot width from 150 ft. to 134 ft. 10 7/8 inches to allow construction of a single-family residence, pool, and pool deck at the minimum 50 ft. front yard setback. The property is 1.00 acre (43,609.87 sq. ft.) and zoned AR-1 (Agricultural, Residential - 1). The variance was recommended for denial by staff, citing that it may not be the minimum relief necessary for reasonable use, despite acknowledging it could reduce impacts to existing trees and gopher tortoise habitat. Staff suggested conditions for approval, including replatting, a preservation easement, and a buffer around gopher tortoise habitat. The Environmental Resources Department had no objection to the variance application, noting minimal impacts to native tree habitat but requiring a Shoreline Variance Application for impacts to Zone B of the Riverine Shoreline Protection. The property has disturbed pine flatwoods with native flora and gopher tortoise activity. Public comment was solicited but not detailed in this document.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-24
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff recommends approval. Decision by Board of Adjustment not stated.
- Address:
- Hardee Avenue, east of US Highway 1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
- Applicant:
- Rolinbrad Holdings, LLC. (Robert Schwerer, Esq. on behalf of)
BOA Meeting Minutes_05.27.2026_Approved by Magistrate Richard Neil
The Board of Adjustment considered a variance request for 5241 Loggerhead Place, Hutchinson Island, St. Lucie County, Florida. The applicants, Carl and Margaret Tickner, sought relief from Land Development Code setback requirements for a proposed 891-square-foot elevated residence. The request included a 9.6-foot encroachment into the 10-foot front setback and up to a 1.3-foot encroachment into the 5-foot side setback adjacent to a common area. Staff recommended approval with a condition to modify the staircase design to eliminate further intrusion into the southern side setback. Public testimony from Ocean Resorts residents supported the request, citing ongoing infrastructure improvements and compatibility with community efforts. Neighboring condominium residents to the south primarily voiced opposition. The Special Magistrate approved the variance, finding unique circumstances due to the property's shape and configuration, and determining the request was the minimum necessary for reasonable use without adverse impact. Separately, Doug Smith raised concerns about a previously approved variance for a nonconforming structure, alleging incomplete disclosure and a reconstructed garage wall exceeding original height. Special Magistrate Neill stated he lacked authority to extend appeal periods or reconsider the prior decision without proper notice and legal justification.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-24
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved with condition
- Address:
- 5241 Loggerhead Place
- Applicant:
- Carl and Margaret Tickner
Hardee Avenue Vehicle Parking Building - Rear Setback Reduction
This document is an agenda for the St. Lucie County Board of Adjustment regular meeting on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 9:30 AM. Two quasi-judicial agenda items are listed: A. Hardee Avenue Vehicle Parking Building - Rear Setback Reduction, and B. Dockage Way Lot Width, Single-Family Residence. The agenda also includes standard meeting procedures like Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, Approval of Minutes, Swearing in Staff Members, Public Comments, Other Business, Announcements, and Adjournment. The notice section provides information regarding electronic recording of proceedings, the need for a verbatim record for appeals, the opportunity for cross-examination, and potential continuations. It also includes contact information for disability accommodations and questions about the agenda.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-24
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
5241 Loggerhead Place: Variance from Front and Side Yard Setbacks
The Board of Adjustment is considering a variance request for a proposed single-family residence at 5241 Loggerhead Place. The applicants, Karl and Margaret Ticknor, seek to encroach into the front yard setback by 9.6 feet (resulting in a 0.4 ft. setback) and into the side yard separation from a common area by up to 1.3 feet (resulting in a 3.7 ft. separation). The property is located in the HIRD (Hutchinson Island Residential District) zoning district. Staff recommends approval of the variance, with a condition regarding the design of an entry staircase. The Environmental Resources Department has no objection. The property is a small lot, approximately 0.047 acres or 2,034 sq. ft., and the unique lot shape, street configuration, and presence of mangroves contribute to the hardship claim. The proposed home is approximately 891 sq. ft.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-27
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff recommends approval with a condition regarding the entry staircase design.
- Address:
- 5241 Loggerhead Place, Fort Pierce, FL 34949
- Applicant:
- Karl and Margaret Ticknor
BOA Meeting Minutes_03.25.2026_Final
[701 Brack Road; case King Variance Request] Variance request for two existing unpermitted accessory structures at 701 Brack Road. The 0.34-acre property sought after-the-fact approval for a 324 sq ft CMU storage structure encroaching 0.1 ft into the rear setback and 2.9 ft into the side setback, and a 60 sq ft wooden shed encroaching 2.6 ft into the rear setback. The structures predated the current owners. Neighboring property owners largely supported the request. The Special Magistrate approved the variance for both structures with conditions prohibiting residential use and limiting exterior lighting. No vegetation removal permit conditions were imposed. [278 Marina Drive; case Variance Request] Variance request for reconstruction of a single-family residence at 278 Marina Drive. The property, originally developed in 1970, sought deviations from front (22.2 ft vs 25 ft), eastern side (0.3 ft vs 7.5 ft), and rear (13.5 ft vs 15 ft) setbacks, plus driveway setback reduction (2 ft vs 5 ft). The reconstruction maintained the previous footprint and did not significantly increase nonconformity. The adjacent eastern property owner objected due to drainage and minimal separation concerns. A neighbor spoke in support, citing wind protection. The Special Magistrate took the request under advisement and later issued a resolution approving the variance(s) with conditions.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustments Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-27
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved with conditions
- Address:
- 701 Brack Road
- Applicant:
- Bernice Barclay King
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