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Council advances land‑development and boards ordinances; DRB, PAB and notice rules revised
Summary
City Council held first‑reading votes that change how site plans are labeled and how several advisory and decision bodies operate, including adjustments to the Design Review Board process and notice requirements.
On Oct. 1, 2025, Naples City Council voted on first reading on a package of land‑development code changes and separate amendments to chapters governing city boards and committees. The council approved first reading changes that (a) rename the “site plan” review to “general development plan” and (b) alter which administrative hearings go to the Planning Advisory Board (PAB) and council. Council also approved an ordinance revising board procedures and the Design Review Board’s review sequencing.
Nut graf: Why this matters — The package reorganizes review steps in the development approvals process, updates board rules, and standardizes public‑notice distances and timeframes. The changes are intended to streamline review, clarify public notice requirements and improve staff consistency in preparing materials for boards and council.
Key changes approved on first reading
1) Rename and reframe site plan review (Text Amendment 25‑T‑1; Chapter 46 changes). The code will rename “site plan” review to “general development plan” to reduce confusion between the single “site plan” drawing and the broader review…
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