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PC Agenda 6-25-2026
The Planning Commission of the City of Port Orange will consider an LDC Amendment/Chapter 15 request, case number DCAM-26-0003. The applicant, Jessica Gow, Esq. of Cobb Cole, representing Lamar Advertising Company, seeks to amend Chapter 15 of the Land Development Code regarding billboards. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-25
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange
- Applicant:
- Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole (for Lamar Advertising Company)
PC Packet 6-25-2026
This document details a Planning Commission meeting agenda and related staff reports concerning proposed amendments to the City of Port Orange's Land Development Code (LDC) regarding billboards. The primary focus is Case No. DCAM-26-0003, an application by Lamar Advertising Company, represented by Jessica Gow, Esq. of Cobb Cole, to amend Chapter 15 of the LDC. The proposed changes aim to revise standards for reconstructed billboard signs, specifically concerning height and sign face area. The applicant seeks to allow reconstructed signs to be taller (up to 30 feet or the height of the existing sign, whichever is greater) to enhance employee safety during maintenance, and to increase the allowable sign face area to 380 square feet to accommodate manufacturer specifications for LED displays. The amendments also clarify the timing of billboard demolition and introduce an administrative variance process for height standards. The document outlines two specific reconstruction proposals: one at the intersection of Ridgewood Avenue and Nova Road, and another along I-95 near the Dunlawton Avenue / Taylor Road interchange (5889 Williamson Boulevard) and south of the Williamson Boulevard overpass bridge (4901 Williamson Boulevard). The staff recommendation is for approval, subject to direction from the Planning Commission and City Council. The document also references a separate, previously approved item (DCAM-25-0005) regarding amendments to Chapter 17, Section 29 for the Planned Commercial-Agriculture (PC-A) zoning district. Public comments were not stated for the DCAM-26-0003 item.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-25
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff Recommendation: Approval, subject to direction from the Planning Commission and City Council.
- Applicant:
- Lamar Advertising Company (represented by Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole)
5/28/2026 Signed Minutes
The Planning Commission considered an LDC Amendment to Chapter 17, Section 29 for the Planned Commercial-Agriculture (PC-A) zoning district. The motion to approve was made by Commissioner Maria Mills-Benat and seconded by Commissioner Thomas Jordan. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. The meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved unanimously by roll call vote
- Applicant:
- Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole
PC Agenda 5-28-26
The Port Orange Planning Commission will consider an LDC Amendment (Case No. DCAM-25-0005) requested by Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole. The amendment pertains to Chapter 17, Section 29 of the Land Development Code for the Planned Commercial-Agriculture (PC-A) zoning district. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange
- Applicant:
- Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole
PC Packet 5-28-26
[1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange, Florida; case DCAM-25-0005] The Planning Commission considered an application to amend Chapter 17, Section 29 of the Land Development Code (LDC) for the Planned Commercial-Agriculture (PC-A) zoning district. The proposed amendments aim to update regulations to support continued development in response to market demand, revise the location of allowed uses, and streamline the development review process. Key changes include reallocating approximately 241 acres from the Workplace District to the Community District and 1 acre from Workplace to West Town Center, with a 2-acre increase in West Town Center. A significant proposed change is to reduce the minimum lot width for single-family lots in the Community District from 50 feet to 40 feet, while maintaining the minimum lot area of 5,000 square feet. Staff recommended approval, subject to input on the lot width reduction and legal review. The meeting agenda also included minutes approval and a separate variance application that was denied. This document details zoning and development regulations for various districts, including Residential, Workplace, and Agricultural uses within a Planned Community (PC-A). It outlines specific dimensional requirements, permitted uses, setbacks, building coverage, open space, parking, and signage for each zone. The Workplace district allows for commercial, office/industrial, multifamily residential, and senior independent living communities with specific density and land area limitations. The PC-A district also includes provisions for master development agreements, conceptual plans, and community planning incentives, such as relaxing requirements in exchange for land dedication or financial contributions. Detailed requirements for road construction, traffic circulation, bike and pedestrian paths, conservation, and recreation are also provided. The document specifies that agricultural uses are permitted as an interim use until final site plan or subdivision approval is obtained.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff recommended approval, subject to input from the Planning Commission and City Council regarding the proposed reduction in minimum lot width.
- Address:
- 1000 City Center Circle, Port Orange, Florida
- Applicant:
- Jessica Gow, Esq., Cobb Cole (on behalf of FL P70 LLC)
4/23/2026 Signed Minutes
The Planning Commission considered a variance request for a 6-foot-tall fence at 5968 Shady Creek Lane. The variance sought to allow the fence to be located less than 5 feet from a right-of-way, instead of being in line with the front plane of the house. The request was denied by a vote of 1-4. Public comment included opposition from HOA representatives and residents concerned about the fence and existing litigation regarding a rear fence. The City Attorney clarified that City code overrides HOA code. The applicant stated the fence was previously approved by the HOA and cited the need for family safety. The denial means the item will not go to Council unless appealed.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-23
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Denied
- Address:
- 5968 Shady Creek Lane
- Applicant:
- Peter Francis
PC Agenda 4-23-26
The Planning Commission of the City of Port Orange will consider a variance request for 5968 Shady Creek Lane. The applicant, Peter Francis, seeks to allow a 6-foot-tall fence to be located less than 5 feet from a right-of-way, deviating from Land Development Code Sections 16-3(b)(2)(f) and 16-3(b)(3)(a), which require it to be in line with the front plane of the house. The meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2026. Public comment is scheduled but no specific comments are detailed in this agenda.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-23
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 5968 Shady Creek Lane
- Applicant:
- Peter Francis
PC Packet 4-26-26 Updated
The Planning Commission considered a variance request for a 6-foot-tall fence at 5968 Shady Creek Lane. The applicant, Peter Francis, sought to allow the existing fence, located less than 5 feet from the right-of-way in a secondary front yard, to remain in place. The fence was installed approximately 10 years prior to the meeting, without a permit, to provide privacy and safety for a family member with a medical condition. Staff recommended denial, citing that literal interpretation of the code would not deprive the applicant of rights and would not work undue hardship, as a 4-foot fence or a 6-foot fence in line with the front plane of the house would be compliant. The applicant argued that the corner lot's secondary front yard abuts a HOA common area, not another residence, thus not impacting neighbors' views or safety. The Police Department confirmed no accidents or safety incidents related to the fence. Public comment was limited to two phone calls received by staff regarding the proposed variance, with no further details provided.
- Board:
- Planning Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-23
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff recommended denial. The document does not state the final decision of the Planning Commission.
- Address:
- 5968 Shady Creek Lane
- Applicant:
- Peter Francis
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