8. Ordinance No. 2026-18, Certificate of Occupancy Process: (Second

City Council Meeting · 2026-04-28 · agenda_item

The City of Melbourne is reviewing a new ordinance, Ordinance No. 2026-18, which proposes to create a new process for certificates of occupancy and certificates of engineering construction completeness. This ordinance would amend City Code Appendix D, Chapter 13, Article II, by adding a new Division 7. The item is currently under review, having passed its first reading and is scheduled for a second reading and public hearing. This process change could impact future construction projects by establishing new requirements for completion and occupancy. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers should monitor this ordinance as it moves through the review process. Understanding these new regulations early could provide an advantage when planning for future projects within the City of Melbourne.