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The resolution passed by recorded voice vote after a brief staff summary. Commissioners voted in favor as follows: Commissioner Long — yes; Chair Carney — yes; Vice Chair Burns — yes; Deputy Vice Chair Markert — yes; Commissioner Cassell — yes.

Executive Director Renee Jaddising told the board she traveled to Tallahassee earlier in the session to meet with the Palm Beach County delegation and other representatives and that staff prepared a one‑ to two‑page summary of CRAs’ fiscal impacts to share with legislators. Jaddising said staff would send the adopted resolution and the fiscal one‑pager to legislators and would continue to coordinate with CRA trade groups and county delegates.

Board members expressed concern about perceived overreach in the draft legislation and emphasized the importance of educating legislators on how CRAs operate. As the board discussed, staff said the county delegation has generally been supportive and that the CRA would focus outreach on more skeptical legislators elsewhere in the state.

The board’s action was procedural approval of the resolution; no ordinance or other binding development approvals were attached to the vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Meeting 03-25-2025 4:00 PM","oneSentenceSummary","The CRA board approved a resolution urging state legislators to vote against HB 991 and SB 1242, measures the agency said could curtail CRA operations; the board voted unanimously to adopt the resolution and authorized sending materials to Tallahassee.","taxTitle","Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida","taxId",5598,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6275043,"CRA to seek operator for shared commercial kitchen at 102 NW Fifth Ave",561,2314000,2875000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2777099-6eff1758cede03ae15604a27e1ebcaa2&start=2314&end=2875","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2777099-6eff1758cede03ae15604a27e1ebcaa2/thumbnail_2314000.jpg","/articles/6275043/Delray-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/CRA-to-seek-operator-for-shared-commercial-kitchen-at-102-NW-Fifth-Ave","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6275043-0bfeffafd86d4bb9621385c152d040fe/orig.mp4?Expires=1776527989&Signature=j5oLxIUdkWEO7I-rxytJNgbsxkrQp~czqNN8NpMJDGQhqNU-uTt2-5esvmZ45JcqNzd~hk0A92vcM~dIOAYu6qyLJGPXczEHbJ5uPlThFmy0g6D02oYOARM8YoteJGzsG1RDwDUBSqODjiYeAX2hpI1gC-Mf42vxIjrEzh5UoNQtXc7FNKSLR7uWzXTrapgvbG4fClsjIAt-YnTQmlz-hZchpuopYSlKE-65ePCYdRAtcsFjfWT-Xm~yGOzsyapJNsQZNCTLNqMsjS~1GkNmi9rqstLJxMkfHWZFkuDrG54lKy6uAyThvbI3Xn5-ekw7kuVz71187TCNC~gFtncOzw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency on March 25 gave staff direction to solicit proposals for a shared commercial kitchen or a single tenant restaurant for two vacant bays at 102 NW Fifth Ave, a CRA‑owned, five‑bay historic building.

Staff said the building, purchased by the CRA in March 2024 and located in the West Settlers Historic District, contains two empty tenant bays that previously housed a food establishment with a commercial‑kitchen setup. CRA staff proposed issuing a notice seeking a qualified tenant to operate a food business or a shared commercial kitchen and recommended mirroring lease terms used previously on NW Fifth Avenue: $21 per square foot (about $4,837 per month for the 2,764‑square‑foot space), a four‑year base term with two two‑year renewal options, and a 6 percent annual escalator.

Bryce (CRA staff) explained the building “does require significant build out” and that as a CRA‑owned property it would be eligible for CRA funding assistance programs. Board members debated whether to solicit a single restaurant tenant or preference for a shared kitchen, which multiple commissioners favored as a more sustainable option for small catering and food entrepreneurs.

Commissioner comments focused on viability and community benefit. Commissioner Marker said the shared kitchen “allows multiple people to use it,” providing opportunities for small catering businesses and pop‑up users. Commissioners also asked about operator oversight; staff said the tenant selection would use an application process and an evaluation committee to recommend a qualified operator to the executive director for final lease approval.

The board directed staff to put out notice for a shared commercial kitchen first and to circulate a short market survey to gauge community interest and the pool of potential users. Staff said they would start with the shared‑kitchen notice and evaluate responses; if responses indicate a single‑tenant restaurant would be superior, staff could pursue that route.

Key contract and site details provided during the meeting:
- Location: 102 NW Fifth Ave (CRA‑owned) in the West Settlers Historic District; building has five tenant bays and two are vacant.
- Approximate space for lease if combined: 2,764 square feet.
- Proposed comparable lease rate: $21 per square foot per year (approx. $4,837/month).
- Typical lease terms used previously: 4‑year base term with two 2‑year renewal options; 6% annual escalator.

Staff said the selection process would include an application and evaluation committee; the executive director would sign the lease with the recommended tenant. The CRA will also conduct outreach and survey potential users to confirm interest before finalizing the solicitation.

The board did not vote on the lease terms at the meeting; it gave staff direction to solicit a shared kitchen and report back on responses.","The CRA directed staff to issue notice for a shared commercial kitchen or similar commercial kitchen tenant to occupy two vacant bays at 102 NW Fifth Ave, using a competitive application and an evaluation committee; staff provided lease-rate and term examples.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6275049,"Delray Beach CRA studies accessory dwelling-unit rules amid pending state bill",1447,857000,2304000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2777099-6eff1758cede03ae15604a27e1ebcaa2&start=857&end=2304","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2777099-6eff1758cede03ae15604a27e1ebcaa2/thumbnail_857000.jpg","/articles/6275049/Delray-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/Delray-Beach-CRA-studies-accessory-dwelling-unit-rules-amid-pending-state-bill","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6275049-7682cd7c31c37dd9e85c7ea5653c60c8/orig.mp4?Expires=1776527989&Signature=cBmHyBkEh5IkB5vRixQHIieIjGR8Ik~Koi-siFlXYDhngAzwyV2i8bg0mNu6TpKVfJkzHsKh6RnB9V08bIBxEQjkyrJDCCArqHviZxSzUabkLSY1U6Congjv7UyMZgTiCRSrQr1UDtja~0TVK5CpJeHjMT4MSl8cxkpEPcd6zZ7p7C948zApkAjZr3s0PNbj6RfNmmnVmemCn~NgGPUIE5yBbWBS7mALKvF2BZxvRTzv1cI9vmhaov0~Fno5ylmDdfAA6QSU1Jr5VZmAgcvn0tax0KvR7343dKfdDwZxlkpX2ADfMaNJPMGu6UQ4Rqf~6GQgXiLroDKgHDp0guUQ~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency commissioners on March 25 discussed draft rules for accessory dwelling units in the West Settlers neighborhood, seeking direction on whether to limit ADUs to homesteaded properties, cap building height and require on-site parking.

Commissioners said the discussion matters because a pending state bill could remove local controls on ADU location and parking, forcing the city to adopt standards that manage size, height and neighborhood impacts.

The presentation, led by planning staff member Miss Ginoitis, described analyses by consultant Opticos that tested how detached and attached ADUs would fit on the neighborhood’s common lot sizes and block patterns. Ginoitis said, “Accessory dwelling units are have a lot of benefits to them,” and explained the consultant also tested cottage courts and other “missing middle” housing forms to balance scale and parking. She told the board the city’s code currently limits accessory buildings’ height so carriage-house configurations are often constrained.

Resident Cheryl Haywood raised concerns during public comment about a nearby parcel sold by Lake Ida Church of Christ, saying she could see the site from her home and asking whether Roosevelt Street access would be closed. Haywood said she worried about morning traffic and called for a possible traffic signal if ingress is altered: “I want you to think about, the ingress and egress that’s already there.” CRA staff responded that the purchase has not closed, a minor plat is scheduled for the city commission and unit counts have not been finalized.

Commissioners pressed three main policy questions for staff: should ADUs be limited to homesteaded properties; should a two‑story accessory structure be allowed behind a one‑story house; and how should parking be addressed. Several commissioners said they preferred a homestead requirement if legally possible; one commissioner said, “If we can't homestead it, I don't want to encourage developers or investors to come in and buy the home.” Another said two stories may be acceptable if the design includes ground‑floor parking to mitigate curb parking impacts.

Staff warned that the state House bill under consideration (referred to in the presentation as House Bill 247) appears likely to preempt the city’s ability to require homestead status or add parking requirements. Ginoitis recommended drafting local regulations that limit height and scale now, then removing provisions if preemption is imposed by the final state law. She noted the city could propose design rules that preserve neighborhood scale even if broader statewide rules take effect.

Commissioners asked staff to draft an ordinance emphasizing small scale and design controls — for example limiting ADU height to two stories in the rear and encouraging garages so cars are off the street — while monitoring the legislative outcome. Staff also noted several community suggestions from earlier outreach: some residents favored homestead limits to preserve oversight and curb Airbnb-style short-term rentals; others cited affordability concerns and suggested subsidies or construction assistance for homeowners who want to add ADUs.

CRA Executive Director Renee Jaddising highlighted a related point that the state statute currently defines ADUs as affordable units in some contexts; commissioners discussed whether local rules should require income‑restricted leases. Commissioners agreed to give staff direction to draft regulations that prioritize homesteaded-owner occupancy, limit height (two stories), consider requiring ground‑floor garage parking where feasible, and address short‑term rental risks — subject to legal review and final state action.

The board took no ordinance vote at the meeting; members provided direction to staff to prepare draft regulations for future adoption and to monitor the state bill’s final language.

The CRA also reported related planning and financing matters elsewhere in the meeting, including a staff update that the Northwest Neighborhood infrastructure project is estimated at about $8 million for construction and that staff are exploring bonding options to finance infrastructure and potential townhouse projects.

Looking ahead, staff said drafts will return for formal review following the state legislative session and legal analysis of preemption and enforceability.","The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency discussed draft rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the West Settlers neighborhood, emphasizing homestead requirements, height limits and parking concerns while state legislation could preempt local limits.","actionData","errors"]

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