Daytona Beach Shores OKs agreement to remove damaged dune walkover at Tuscany Shores; condo to indemnify city

The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission on Jan. 7 approved an agreement authorizing city staff to remove a dune walkover that had been bolted into a condominium seawall at the Tuscany Shores property, repair and paint the seawall where bolts are removed, and install fencing to match the condominium’s existing aluminum pool-deck fencing.

Public Works/Service Director Stuart told commissioners the dune walkover, which had been dedicated as a public beach access and was attached to the condo’s seawall, was assessed after Hurricane Milton and deemed unrepairable. Staff and condo representatives negotiated the agreement in late 2024; under the contract the condominium association will indemnify, defend and hold the city harmless for the removal work, and both parties agreed to pursue a future easement and access arrangement for beach access.

Why it matters: The walkover provided a direct beach access at that site. Staff said removing the damaged structure now reduces the risk of further collapse and liability in the event of another storm. Commissioners asked about alternate nearby public access points; staff noted St. Kitts Public Park and other county or city access points in the vicinity and said future access proposals will be presented to the commission.

The commission approved the agreement by unanimous vote. Staff will proceed with removal, seawall patching and fence installation per the contract terms and will return to the commission with any proposed permanent access solutions.