St. Augustine Planning & Zoning Board approves seawall, tree removals, docks and other items; several applications continued

St. Augustine’s Planning & Zoning Board approved a series of development applications and variances at its May 6 meeting, while continuing two Hibiscus Avenue items to the June 3 meeting.

The board voted on motions across several agenda items, adopting approvals for a seawall and floodwall at 28 North St. Augustine Boulevard, multiple tree‑removal and mitigation plans, a dock modification at 211 Inlet Drive, and a rezoning/PUD text amendment for 36 Granada Street (recommended to the City Commission with conditions). Two separate Hibiscus Avenue conservation‑overlay applications seeking placement of fill and removal of significant canopy were continued to June 3 so applicants could supply clearer surveys and arborist mapping.

Why it matters: The board’s approvals allow property owners to move forward with shoreline protection, single‑family construction, and dock work that will affect tree canopy, flood‑risk management and public access; continuances show the board pressing applicants for clearer documentation on tree locations, health and grading before approving further work.

What the board decided (high‑level) - Seawall and floodwall at 28 North St. Augustine Boulevard (Conservation Overlay Zones 2 and 3): Approved. (Roll call recorded all present as “yes” during the motion.)

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