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Variance approved for two large Busch Gardens monument signs, board requires wayfinding language

City of Tampa Variance Review Board · January 14, 2026
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Summary

The board approved a request by SeaWorld/Busch Gardens to install two 306‑sq‑ft monument signs along McKinley Drive, conditioned to include wayfinding language (for example 'Entrance') to reduce potential signage clutter and help direct visitors.

The Variance Review Board approved a conditioned variance for two large monument signs proposed along McKinley Drive for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

Staff identified the owner as SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, LLC. The applicant requested a significant increase to the allowable freestanding sign area, seeking an additional 256 square feet per sign to reach 306 square feet for each of two…

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