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Council approves first readings of two land‑development ordinances; waterfront sign removal motion fails
Summary
The council approved first readings of Ordinance 26‑742 (repealing locally more restrictive land‑development requirements adopted before Senate Bill 180) and Ordinance 26‑743 (relocating temporary‑shelter language); a separate motion to remove waterfront overlay sign language failed on roll call, leaving WOD signage intact pending further review.
Council took first readings on two Land Development Code measures Tuesday. City attorney read Ordinance 26‑742, which the city described as returning certain local rules to their pre‑Senate Bill 180 state because the state law preempts more restrictive local requirements. After questions about the effect of Senate Bill 180, the council approved the ordinance’s first reading by voice vote.
The council also approved first reading of Ordinance 26‑743, a housekeeping measure that moves language authorizing temporary shelters (referencing section 163.035 of the Florida Statutes) from chapter 109 to chapter 12 of the code; the staff described this as a relocation rather than a substantive policy change.
Separately, Councilwoman Christine Sullivan asked that Waterfront Overlay District (WOD) sign restrictions be preserved while the council studies form‑based codes for the waterfront. Sullivan moved to remove the WOD sign‑language portion from the pending citywide sign ordinance for separate review and workshop; the motion was seconded and went to a roll call. The roll‑call result (as recorded) was Councilwoman Sullivan — Aye; Councilman Hubbard — Aye; Mayor Hoover — Nay. Because the motion did not attain a majority on the recorded vote, it failed and the sign changes as noticed for the upcoming agenda remain on the table for the council to consider. Council asked staff and legal to prepare planning‑level materials and a possible workshop on form‑based codes for the waterfront.
Council members emphasized they can revisit sign requirements or craft a waterfront‑specific revision if a future planning process recommends it; staff said planning and zoning processes will be involved if the council pursues form‑based codes.
