Commission approves 78‑unit attainable housing project on Main Street, waives third hearing

The Dunedin City Commission unanimously approved design review DR2025‑001 on Aug. 7, authorizing The Flats on Main Street — a 78‑unit attainable multifamily project with 42 one‑bed and 36 two‑bed units, a clubhouse and 119 surface parking spaces on 3.34 acres near Main Street. The commission also voted unanimously to waive the ordinance‑required third public hearing because the project met the code standards and the commission had no additional changes to require.

Why it matters: The project is explicitly targeted to create attainable/affordable housing for working households; it uses a combination of density bonuses and state funding to achieve financial feasibility. The commission’s decision clears the way for infrastructure review and permitting, a necessary step for the Florida Housing Finance Corp. application and state/SRF funding timelines referenced by staff.

Project features and staff findings: Community Development staff and the applicant described the project as two three‑story garden‑style buildings with 14,300…