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Sebastian council directs staff to pursue full rebuild of Fisherman—s Landing at 1540 Indian River Drive
Summary
After hearing structural assessments, public comment and three design options, the Sebastian City Council voted to focus schematic design resources on Option 1 — removing the existing building and constructing a new structure — and to use available grant funds and a local match to proceed to the design phase.
The Sebastian City Council voted to direct staff to pursue a full rebuild of the Fisherman—s Landing building at 1540 Indian River Drive, selecting Option 1 for schematic design and future construction planning.
At a regular meeting, Miss Miller, a city staff presenter, reviewed the building—s condition and three alternatives. She said the eastern portion of the building was closed in 2021 after staff found the foundation undermined and significant termite damage. Miller told the council the city has a $100,000 match and a $100,000 grant from the Florida Inland Navigation District available for schematic design but not for construction.
The three alternatives presented were: demolish and rebuild the structure (Option 1); remove the eastern portion and restore a smaller footprint closer to the original 1927 layout (Option 2); or retain most of the building while making foundation and flood-elevation repairs and selective removals (Option 3). Staff characterized the cost outlook as preliminary: Option…
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