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Council approves special exception to allow duplex build‑back at 166/168 Coconut Drive
Summary
The council approved a special exception under post‑disaster build‑back rules to restore a two‑family property at 166/168 Coconut Drive, increasing bedrooms to six and bringing the structure into FEMA and building code compliance, subject to on‑site parking and other conditions.
The Town Council approved a special exception March 16 that allows a post‑disaster build back for a duplex at 166/168 Coconut Drive, permitting an increase in total bedrooms to six (with four bathrooms as clarified during the hearing) under the town’s post‑disaster build‑back provisions.
Community Development staff explained the request and recommended approval with three conditions: provision of three on‑site parking spaces, compliance with the comprehensive plan and LDC at permit time, and that failure to meet conditions would void the approval. Contractor and applicant Mike Martel was qualified as an expert and told the council the rebuilt structure will meet FEMA and current building code requirements.
Councilors asked technical questions about historical bedroom counts and parking; staff said records showed five bedrooms originally and that the requested configuration (6 bedrooms/4 bathrooms as clarified) was within acceptable post‑disaster parameters. After limited council deliberation and no public opposition, Councilor Link moved to approve the special exception; the motion passed unanimously.
Next steps: Applicant will pursue permits and ensure parking and building code compliance as conditions of approval.
