c. Flags on parcels in non-residential use may be externally illuminated.

Planning Commission · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

This item concerns a conditional use application for outdoor seating for an existing restaurant, Southern Grounds, located at 2405 3rd Street North (2415 3rd Street South). The property is in the Commercial Limited: C-1 zoning district. The applicant, Southern Grounds Coffee Jax Beach LLC, represented by owner Marc Angelo of Costa Verde Shops, LLC, is seeking to continue using the existing outdoor seating area. This use was previously approved for one year and is now up for review and renewal by the Planning Commission. The proposal does not involve expanding or changing the size of the seating area. The project involves the continued use of an established outdoor seating space, which may require minor maintenance or setup related to furniture and temporary structures. Contractors specializing in site preparation, general contracting, and potentially landscaping or outdoor fixture installation could be involved. Reaching out to the applicant and owner early could provide an advantage as plans and permits are finalized.