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CRA approves lease notice for 102 NW Fifth Avenue to house a single commercial tenant rather than shared kitchen
Summary
The CRA directed staff to proceed with a notice of intent to lease two combined tenant bays (Suites 108 & 110) at 102 NW Fifth Avenue as a single commercial/restaurant space rather than a shared commercial kitchen.
The Delray Beach CRA approved a notice of intent to lease two tenant bays at 102 NW Fifth Avenue (suites 108 and 110) combined as a single commercial space configured for a restaurant rather than a shared, rentable commercial kitchen.
Why it matters: The decision sets the CRA’s near‑term use strategy for a small, city‑owned commercial space that staff had considered outfitting either as a shared commercial kitchen for caterers and start‑ups or as a single restaurant tenant to serve the neighborhood.
Board discussion and decision: Staff described the building as two small bays combined into one space that already includes kitchen equipment and argued a single restaurant might be simpler and faster to activate. Commissioner Long and other board members said a neighborhood restaurant was feasible and supported proceeding with a lease notice; the motion to approve the notice to lease the combined unit passed with roll call approval.
Details and next steps: The board approved authorizing staff to issue a notice of intent to lease the combined spaces with provisions discussed at the meeting. If the board receives responses, staff will return with recommended lease terms for commission review and approval.
