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

City Council Meeting · 2026-05-12 · agenda_item

The City of Melbourne is reviewing a new ordinance, Ordinance No. 2026-18, which will create a new process for certificates of occupancy and certificates of engineering construction completeness. This ordinance amends City Code Appendix D, Chapter 13. The item has passed its second reading and public hearing and received unanimous approval from the City Council. This process change will affect how construction projects are finalized and occupied within the city. While no specific construction projects are detailed, this ordinance establishes a new framework for project completion and final inspections. Contractors, engineers, and developers involved in future construction projects in Melbourne will need to comply with these new requirements. Understanding this new process early can help businesses prepare for upcoming project requirements and ensure smooth project closeouts.