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Commission reinstates narrower driveway-width limit for single- and two-family homes

City Commission of Lighthouse Point · June 24, 2025
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Summary

On second reading the commission adopted ordinance 2025-1056 to revert driveway-width limits for one- and two-family residential frontages to a 24-foot maximum (for frontages 70 feet or less). No public speakers; motion passed 5–0.

The City Commission approved, on second reading, an ordinance to amend residential driveway-width rules for one- and two-family homes.

Consulting City Planner Dave Dixon said the ordinance restores a prior code standard by limiting driveway widths to 24 feet on street frontages of 70 feet or less. The item drew no public comment during the required hearing. A motion to adopt the ordinance passed 5–0.

Commissioners said the change aligns the city’s standards with past practice and clarified small-scale driveway management; staff will incorporate the ordinance into the code and publish the updated language.