Board to study permit changes for pergolas, gazebos and other accessory structures

Jul 22, 2026

Ocean Ridge planning commissioners agreed to study potential revisions to accessory-structure rules after residents urged caution about reduced setbacks, privacy loss and visual clutter; staff will provide aerials and sample ordinances for the September meeting.

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The Ocean Ridge Planning & Zoning Board agreed to study proposed revisions that would allow some accessory structures — such as pergolas or small open covers — to encroach into rear or side setbacks under limited conditions.

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