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Council approves first reading of updated land development code after extended public hearing
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing with dozens of speakers, council approved the first reading of a comprehensive rewrite of Chapter 34 (Land Development Code) and scheduled a second reading for March 17, 2025. The update drew sustained public comment on setbacks, digital sign rules, enforcement and implementation timing.
Jacksonville Beach City Council on March 3 approved the first reading of a comprehensive update to the city’s land development code (Chapter 34) and set a second reading for March 17, 2025.
Senior planner Christian Popoli summarized the project history and staff recommendations, noting the rewrite had been underway since April 2022 and that staff had revised the draft to reflect planning-commission recommendations and public input. Popoli said staff changed the proposed duration for changeable digital message signs back to 24 hours in response to comments, carried forward existing language on accessory dwelling units and residential setbacks, and adjusted minimum lot-size and setback language to better match conditions on the ground.
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