May 11, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Agenda packet 2026-05-11
Planning Board · 2026-05-11 · packet
This document contains minutes from the City of Panama City Planning Board meeting on April 13, 2026, and associated staff reports for various development requests. Key decisions include: APPROVAL of a variance request for 405 Hollis Avenue (CPC-PLN-2026-1056) to exceed the accessory dwelling unit height limit; APPROVAL of a Major Development request for 730 & 732 Highway 231 (CPC-PLN-2026-1170); RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL for a rezoning request for Magnolia Avenue (CPC-PLN-2026-0965) from Neighborhood Residential (NR) to Neighborhood General (NG); and RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL for a Small Scale Land Use Amendment and Rezoning request for Grace Avenue (CPC-PLN-2026-1006) from Mixed Use to General Commercial. The document also details public meeting procedures, applicant non-appearance policies, and specific regulations related to land development.
Agenda items
- 1. 4:0 1 p.m. Chair Neubauer called the Planning Board meeting to order.
- 1. Allow a use that is specifically or by inference prohibited in any zoning district classification,
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. First Non-Appearance. The Planning Board shall continue the matter once, to
- 1. Height;
- 1. No more than one accessory dwelling unit shall be permitted on any residential lot.
- 1. Provide off-street parking as specified in chapter 108.
- 1. Single-family detached dwellings on individual parcels;
- 1. That the requested variance maintains the basic intent and purpose of the subject regulations, particularly as it
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- 1. The impervious surface ratio (ISR) shall be no greater than 0.60 (or 60%) of the total parcel area.
- 1. Transitional community residences.
- 2. Apply to any provisions for which the code specifically prohibits waiver or modification.
- 2. Conform to the landscaping and buffering requirements as specified in chapter 107.
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- 2. Family community residences that comply with the standards specified in section 110-9.A.
- 2. Family community residences that do not comply with the standards specified in section 110-9.A.
- 2. Mobile homes shall not be used as an accessory dwelling unit.
- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
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- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
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- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
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- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
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- 2. Second Non-Appearance. If the Applicant or authorized representative fails to
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- 2. That the requested variance is otherwise compatible with the surrounding land uses and would not be
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- 2. Yards;
- 3. All structures shall have a maximum height limitation of 35 feet above base flood elevation (BFE) or crown
- 3. Announcements – Disclosures (as applicable) : Chairman Neubauer disclosed that he is current Commodore
- 3. Off-street parking and loading;
- 3. Public and private schools grades K—12.
- 3. That the requested variance is consistent with, and in furtherance of, the goals, objectives and policies of
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- 3. The accessory dwelling unit shall be located and designed in such a manner so that it will not
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- 4. Landscaping and buffers;
- 4. Minimum setbacks shall be:
- 4. No variations, adjustments, or waivers to the requirements of this Unified Land Development Code
- 4. Public or noncommercial private recreation.
- 4. That the plight of the petitioner is due to unique circumstances of the property or petitioner which would
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- 5. Accessory dwelling unit shall not be located closer than three feet from any abutting interior property
- 5. Accessory uses or structures as set forth in chapter 110.
- 5. Have a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet.
- 5. Industrial Future Land Use Category
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- 5. Quasi-judicial Proceedings: Chair Neubauer described the procedures for public hearings as shown on the
- 5. Separation of uses;
- 5. That the variance requested is the minimum variance that is necessary to afford relief to the petitioner, while
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- 6. Have a minimum lot frontage of:
- 6. Lot coverage;
- 6. Public utilities customarily found in residential areas;
- 6. Requests :
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- 6. Residential Future Land Use Map Category
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- 6. The height of an accessory dwelling unit shall be limited to 15 feet. The height of an accessory
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- 6. The height of an accessory dwelling unit shall be limited to fifteen feet
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- 6. d . Case Number: CPC-PLN-2026- 0716
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- 6. e. Case Number: CPC-PLN-2026- 0830
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- 7. Family day care homes pursuant to F.S. § 125.0109.
- 7. Non-Action Item(s)
- 7. Such other provisions of the code which do not specifically prohibit such requests.
- A. Applicability. Variance requests that satisfy the criteria of section 102-42D. are authorized from the
- A. Intent. Accessory dwelling units provide alternate housing for elderly persons, and living quarters for
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- A. The following bulk regulations shall apply to property zoned as R-1:
- B. Standards. Accessory dwelling units may be allowed in zoning districts that allow for residential uses
- B. The city shall not act upon any variance request that would:
- B. The following uses are allowed in the R-1 zoning district; all other uses are prohibited.
- C. Supplemental application requirements. In addition to the general application requirements, the
- C. The following uses are allowed as a conditional use in the R-1 zoning district:
- D. Additional requirements:
- D. Variance review criteria ; city action. The planning board shall hold its public hearing and, after
- E. In granting any variance, the planning board may prescribe conditions and safeguards intended to mitigate
- F. No variance shall supersede or abrogate the requirements of flood damage prevention, or the requirements
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- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- I. Public Hearing announced. Introduction of Application by Staff
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- II. Ex-parte communication disclosure by Board members.
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- III. Identification of Applicant and Affected Parties* that intend to participate in
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- IX. Rebuttal by Applicant and or Staff (if necessary). (15 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- V. Applicant’s presentation of witnesses* or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VI. Affected Parties ’ statement of standing, presentation of witnesses* or
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- VII. Staff’s presentation of witnesses** or other evidence. (10 minutes)
- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- X. Close of Evidence and Public Hearing. Deliberation and action by the
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- b) Regulate the use of land and water consistent with this Element and ensure the compatibility of adjacent
- i. 20 feet from the front parcel line
- i. Square or rectangular lot: 50 feet
- i. square or rectangular lot: 50 feet
- ii. 20 feet from the rear parcel line
- ii. Corner: 60 feet
- ii. corner: 60 feet
- iii. 7 feet from the side parcel lines
- iii. Cul-de-sac or corner : 20 feet
- iii. cul-de-sac or corner: 20 feet
- iv. 10 feet from road side on corner lots
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