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Contested Fort Lauderdale dock variance recessed after neighbors clash over unpermitted structures and navigability
Summary
A contentious variance request to extend a residential dock beyond the city's 25-foot riparian setback prompted extended public testimony and technical disputes over surveys, vessel footprints and alleged unpermitted neighboring docks; the board voted to table the request to encourage negotiation and measurement verification.
A variance request for a residential dock drew prolonged testimony and was tabled after neighbors and representatives clashed over competing surveys and alleged unpermitted structures.
The applicant, represented by counsel, asked the board for an exception to the city’s 25‑foot riparian setback so a small viewing dock and future small sailboat could be accommodated. Neighbors led by Mr. Sturgis and…
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