Brevard County, Florida

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on property tax millages and the sunsetting of the Barefoot Bay Water & Sewer District. The body is also considering a loan of up to $17 million for the Environmental Endangered Lands Program.

• Adoption of Proposed FY 2026-2027 Ad Valorem Millages
• Ordinance to sunset the Barefoot Bay Water & Sewer District at the end of 2029
• Proposed loan not-to-exceed $17 million from the Florida Local Government Finance Commission
• Contract for sale and purchase of parcel and easements from Wheeler, Inc. for wastewater and water treatment facilities relocation
• Final public hearing for FY 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for HOME Investment Partnerships Program Consortium

Board of Adjustment

The Brevard County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance requests related to zoning regulations. Items include sign variances for Target Corporation, accessory structure and fence variances, principal structure variances, dock variances, and a lot size variance. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Target Corporation requests five variances for signs in a TU-2 zoning classification (26V00019)
• Jeffrey N. Mathis requests three variances for an accessory structure and fence in RU-1-13 (26V00035)
• Daniel and Sarah Dutton request two variances for a principal structure in TRC-1 (26V00036)
• Russell M. Scott Jr. and Carol A. Scott request three variances for a dock and dock roof in EU (26V00038)
• Kurt and Natalia E. Blackman request a variance for lot size in AU zoning (26V00040)

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on 13 land-use items, including small-scale comprehensive plan amendments and zoning classification changes. The board will deliberate on requests to change future land use designations and zoning for properties across multiple districts.

• Cocoa Town Center LLC requests small-scale comprehensive plan amendment from CC to RES 15 (H.2) and zoning change from BU-1 to RU-2-15 (H.3) on two parcels in District 2.
• Sami & Violette Salib request plan amendment from NC and RES 2 to CC (H.4) and zoning change from AU to BU-1 (H.5) on two parcels in District 1.
• BT Rodes LLC – Padgett Properties Trust requests plan amendment from RES 6 to CC (H.7) and zoning change from BU-1-A and AU to BU-2 (H.8) on two parcels in District 5.
• Jeanne A. Benson & Arthur W. Burger Jr. Trust requests plan amendment from NC to CC (H.10) and zoning change from AU to BU-2 (H.11) on one parcel in District 2.
• Patricia & James Kent request zoning change from GU to AU (H.1) on one parcel in District 1.

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting consisted of a series of public hearings regarding zoning classification changes and small-scale comprehensive plan amendments. No votes, approvals, or denials were documented in the provided minutes.

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a consent agenda item denying a zoning change for Merritt Bidco SPV, LLC. Public hearings include multiple comprehensive plan amendments and zoning reclassifications, an ordinance to amend Chapter 62 (Land Development Regulations) to add certified recovery residences, and a conditional use permit for land alteration. One application (Defender Homes Airway Heights LLC) has been withdrawn, and another (Bland/Brozman) is tabled.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 62 to create Section 62-305.1 on Certified Recovery Residences
• Consent item: Resolution denying rezoning from AU with BSP to RU-2-15 and RU-2-30 (Merritt Bidco SPV, LLC)
• Turtle Mound Ventures: comp plan amendment (PUB/RES-1/RES-2-DIR to CC) and rezoning (GML(I)/TR-1 to RVP) – District 2
• Joshua Law and Jennifer Law: comp plan amendment (AGRIC to RES 1:2.5) and rezoning (GU to AU) – District 1
• DiPrima Construction and Daniel Carson: rezoning from RU-1-13 and RU-2-10 to RU-2-15 – District 5

North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board

The North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board will hold public hearings on four zoning classification change requests and one small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment. The items involve changes from AU to RR‑1, AU to BU‑2, BU‑1 to BU‑2, and a future land‑use designation change from NC to CC. The board will consider these proposals during the July 9 meeting.

• Anthony Falanga requests zoning change from AU to RR‑1 (Tax Account 2316489, District 2)
• Jeanne A. Benson & Arthur W. Burger Jr. Trust requests comprehensive plan amendment to change Future Land Use from NC to CC (Tax Account 2316445, District 2)
• Jeanne A. Benson & Arthur W. Berger Jr. Trust requests zoning change from AU to BU‑2 (Tax Account 2316445, District 2)
• ABRS LLC requests zoning change from BU‑1 to BU‑2 (Tax Account 3033535, District 2)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss and vote on several items including permission to advertise an ordinance that would dissolve the Barefoot Bay Water and Sewer District by 2029, a discussion on stormwater utility assessment rates, and the creation of an Opioid Misuse Abatement Advisory Committee. The consent agenda includes approvals for final plats, contracts, and budget changes. Public hearings address a petition to vacate easements and an ordinance amending the local hospital assessment program.

• Legislative intent to sunset Barefoot Bay Water and Sewer District by Dec. 31, 2029 (J.3)
• Discussion on stormwater utility assessment rate design credit removal and minimum fee adjustment (I.1)
• Creation of Opioid Misuse Abatement Advisory Committee and amendment to TIP Citizen Advisory Committee (J.4)
• Legislative intent to create Brevard Barrier Island Area of Critical State Concern Land Authority (J.5)
• Final plat approvals for Farallon Fields Phase 4, Pineda Village at Lake Andrew, and Viera Blvd Commercial Center IV (F.4–F.6)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider six requests for variances from Chapter 62, Article VI of the Brevard County Code. These requests involve accessory structures, a pool screen enclosure, and a waterway encroachment.

• Lynne H. Tara Revocable Trust variance request for a waterway encroachment (25V00090)
• Tanner C. and Jasmine M. Gell variance requests for an accessory structure (26V00027)
• John C. Ferris variance request for an accessory structure (26V00029)
• William G. and Paula J. Naber variance requests for an accessory structure (26V00030)
• Anthony Joseph and Sharon Ann Bonventure variance request for a pool screen enclosure (26V00033)

The Board of Adjustment meeting included several public hearings regarding zoning variances for accessory structures, pool enclosures, and waterway encroachments. However, the provided minutes do not record any votes or final outcomes for these items.

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board and Local Planning Agency will hold public hearings on several zoning classification changes and comprehensive plan amendments. The body will also consider revisions to development proposal procedures and a draft ordinance regarding Certified Recovery Residences.

• CUP request for land alteration by Sunshine State Wildlife Conservation LLC and Bernard Egan & Company
• Request by Defender Homes Airway Heights LLC to change Future Land Use from RES 4 to RES 6
• Zoning change request from GU to AU by Gunnar Downes
• Revisions to BCC-100 regarding development proposals under the Live Local Act
• Draft ordinance creating Section 62-305.1 for Certified Recovery Residences

The Planning and Zoning Board held public hearings regarding several land use and zoning requests. However, the provided minutes do not record any votes or final outcomes for these items.

North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board

The North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning request. The board will also approve minutes from the April 9, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing for Underwood’s Equipment Repair, LLC (26Z00006) to remove a BDP from BU-2 zoning classification

Board of Adjustment

The Brevard County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on seven variance requests from property owners seeking relief from zoning code requirements, including setbacks, lot size, and accessory structure rules. The board will also consider approving minutes from its April 15, 2026 meeting.

• Donald and Lisa Jasensky request two variances for an accessory structure in RR-1 zoning (26V00021).
• Island Cremations LLC (Matthew Sabatino) requests two variances for setbacks in BU-1 zoning (26V00022).
• Eric and Marza Penny request a variance for a pool screen enclosure in PUD zoning (26V00023).
• Phoebe A. and David M. Slingerland request a variance for a setback in RU-1-9 zoning (26V00024).
• VH Properties LLC (Davin Erickson) requests two variances for a waterway encroachment and a setback in RU-1-11 zoning (26V00025).

The meeting consisted of several public hearings regarding variance requests for accessory structures, setbacks, and lot sizes. No outcomes or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on business tax receipts and the FY 2026-2027 HOME and CDBG Action Plan. Members are also considering a referendum for the Save Our Indian River Lagoon Program and various land purchase agreements.

• Referendum to renew 1/2-cent infrastructure sales tax for Save Our Indian River Lagoon Program
• Amendments to Chapter 102, Article II regarding Business Tax Receipts
• FY 2026-2027 HOME Investment Partnerships Program and Community Development Block Grant Action Plan
• Sale and purchase contract with Lana K. Meyer for Merritt Island Zone G Septic to Sewer Conversion
• Final plat and contract approval for Fairways at Indian River Preserve (Pod 4)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on seven zoning classification changes and a binding development plan. Two applications by Turtle Mound Ventures have been tabled to the July 9, 2026, meeting. The consent agenda includes acceptance of a binding development plan. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Acceptance of binding development plan with Jacob Foune (F.1)
• Zoning change from RU-2-10 and RU-1-11 to RU-2-15 by Paul and G. Eric Dirschka (H.1)
• Zoning change from IU to BU-2 by JEJ Ventures (H.2)
• CUP for a single-family residential second kitchen by Antoun and Monica Wassef (H.5)
• Turtle Mound Ventures applications tabled to July 9 (H.8, H.9)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a temporary moratorium on new biosolids applications to county lands. The meeting also includes decisions on housing bonds, property sales, and transit grants.

• Public hearing on extending the temporary moratorium on new applications of biosolids to lands within Brevard County
• Approval of final plat and contract for Atlin Cove at Viera- Phase 1
• Resolution for the issuance of Single-Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Mortgage Credit Certificates, or Multifamily Revenue Bonds (2027-2029)
• Real estate contract for the sale of property in County-Owned Spaceport Commerce Park in Titusville
• Approval of Florida Department of Transportation Public Transit Block Grant Program agreements

The Board approved Commissioner Tom Goodson to appear telephonically (4‑0). It adopted Resolution No. 26‑037 proclaiming May 2026 as Older Americans Month. The Board considered a resolution for Myositis Awareness Month but took no action.

• Approved Commissioner Goodson to appear telephonically (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26‑037 proclaiming May 2026 as Older Americans Month
• Considered Myositis Awareness Month resolution – no action taken

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a budget workshop. The session includes a budget overview presentation from county departments and a period for board discussion.

• County Department presentation on Budget Overview

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Commission will consider a settlement in a federal lawsuit brought by Atlantic Housing Partners. Other items include writing off uncollectible ambulance debt, adopting guidelines for an ad valorem tax abatement program, and accepting a $50,000 donation for an artificial reef project. The board will also decide on several consent agenda items, including a final plat approval and appointments.

• Settlement of Atlantic Housing Partners v. Brevard County federal lawsuit (J.2)
• Write-off of uncollectible EMS ambulance debt for FY 2024-2025 (J.1)
• Resolution to adopt Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Program Guidelines (F.4)
• Check presentation from Coastal Conservation Association for $50,000 for Banana River Bomb Target Artificial Reef (E.4)
• Petition to vacate a public utility easement on Merritt Island (H.2)

The Brevard County Board adopted Resolution No. 26-032 to designate May 2026 as Citizen Engagement Month. It also adopted Resolution No. 26-033 recognizing May 7 as a Day of Prayer, and Resolution No. 26-034 honoring the Brevard County Citizens Academy. All three measures passed unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution No. 26-032 recognizing May 2026 as Citizen Engagement Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-033 recognizing May 7, 2026 as a Day of Prayer in Brevard County (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-034 recognizing the Brevard County Citizens Academy (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The board will hold public hearings on four items: a conditional use permit for a second kitchen, a zoning change to RU-2-15, and two related Turtle Mound Ventures requests—a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change future land use to CC (Community Commercial) and a zoning change to RVP (Recreational Vehicle Park) on multiple parcels in District 2.

• Antoun and Monica Wassef request a CUP for a single-family residential second kitchen facility (26Z00001, Tax Account 2801649, District 5)
• Domanique F. Culpepper et al. request zoning change from AU to RU-2-15 (26Z00004, Tax Account 2455061, District 2)
• Turtle Mound Ventures requests Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment (26S.01) to change Future Land Use from PUB, RES-1, RES-2-DIR to CC (Tax Accounts 2316247, 2316452, 2316451, 2315413, District 2)
• Turtle Mound Ventures requests zoning change from GML(I) and TR-1 to RVP (26Z00007, same tax accounts as above)

Board of Adjustment

The Brevard County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on eight variance requests to the county code, including a tabled request from Shawn Matthew Hasibar for lot width and size in a GU zoning district. Other requests involve accessory structures, lot depth, a boat dock, a screen porch, and fence height in various zoning classifications.

• Shawn Matthew Hasibar requests variances for lot width and size in GU zoning (tabled from 3/18/2026 meeting)
• Jesse Richard and Myra Parker Bowling request variance for accessory structure in RRMH-1 zoning
• Salvatore Mannino Jr. (Deborah Mannino) requests two variances for lot depth in IU zoning (applications 26V00012 and 26V00013)
• Vincent D. and Mary E. Pinto request three variances for a boat dock in RU-1-11 zoning
• Brian Nicholson requests four variances for fence height and accessory structure in RU-1-11 zoning

The Board of Adjustment met on April 15, 2026 to conduct a public hearing on several variance requests. Eight applications covering lot width, lot size, lot depth, accessory structures, fence height, a boat dock, and a screen porch were presented. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes on these items.

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on six zoning classification changes and two ordinance amendments. The most notable item is a proposed amendment to County zoning regulations to allow up to six chickens in certain single-family detached residential zones. Another amendment would revise business tax receipt regulations. The board will also hear requests to rezone properties in Districts 1 and 2.

• Amendment to allow up to six chickens in single-family residential zoning classifications (H.5)
• Amendment to Chapter 102 on business tax receipts and repeal of Section 62-1155 (H.6)
• Zoning change from RU-2-10 and RU-1-11 to RU-2-15 for 15 parcels owned by Paul and G. Eric Dirschka (H.1)
• Zoning change from IU to BU-2 for two parcels owned by JEJ Ventures, LLC (H.2)
• Zoning change from AU and GU to EU for one parcel owned by Maricic Family Trust (H.3)

The board heard multiple public hearing items, including zoning classification change requests from Paul and G. Eric Dirschka, JEJ Ventures, LLC, Maricic Family Trust, HQW, LLC, and two ordinance amendment proposals. The minutes record the requests and attached materials but do not indicate any approvals, denials, or tabling of these items. The meeting adjourned without any substantive actions taken.

North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board

The board will hold public hearings on two requests from Turtle Mound Ventures, LLC. The first seeks a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the Future Land Use Map designations (PUB, RES‑1, RES‑2‑DIR) to CC. The second requests a zoning classification change from GML(I) and TR‑1 to RVP. The board will also review an application from Frank C. Golan for a vacancy on the NMI Group 7.

• SSCPA request to change FLUM designations PUB, RES‑1, RES‑2‑DIR to CC (Tax Accounts 2316247, 2316452, 2316451, 2315413)
• Zoning change request from GML(I) and TR‑1 to RVP (Tax Accounts 2316247, 2316452, 2316451, 2315413)
• Review of Frank C. Golan’s application for appointment to the NMI Group 7 vacancy

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Commission will hold public hearings on a third-quarter supplemental budget and state revolving fund wastewater facility plans for South Beaches projects. Other major items include a resolution authorizing up to $475 million in hospital revenue bonds for Health First, and a legislative intent to amend the code to exclude data centers from economic development tax exemptions. The consent agenda covers delegation for the Wickham Road at Pineda Causeway intersection project, ARPA fund reallocation for sewer lining, and amendments to recovery residence ordinances.

• Resolution approving up to $475M in hospital revenue bonds (Health First) (F.7)
• Public hearing on third-quarter supplemental budget for FY 2025-26 (H.3)
• Legislative intent to exclude data centers from ad valorem tax exemption eligibility (J.4)
• Emergency rental and purchase of deep injection well pumps (J.1)
• Delegation of authority for Wickham Road at Pineda Causeway intersection improvements (F.2)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at a proposed tiki bar and three zoning reclassifications. The consent agenda includes a resolution denying a zoning change for Strada Development and accepting a binding development plan for City Point Landfall. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, resolutions, and board reports.

• Public hearing for CUP for alcoholic beverages at a tiki bar in SR zoning (25Z00060)
• Public hearing for zoning change from AU to RU-1-11 by AMBEWITH, LLC (25Z00063)
• Public hearing for zoning change from AU with BSP to RU-2-15/30 without BSP by Merritt Bidco SPV (25Z00054)
• Consent item: Resolution denying zoning change from AU/RR-1 to SR for Strada Development, LLC
• Consent item: Acceptance of Binding Development Plan with City Point Landfall, LLC (24PUD00003)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

This is a budget workshop for the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners, also acting as the governing boards of the Mosquito Control District and Barefoot Bay Water and Sewer District. The agenda includes a Budget Overview presentation from county departments, followed by public comments, board discussion, and reports. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed; the meeting is a discussion session.

• County department Budget Overview presentation
• Public comments on budget matters
• Board discussion and reports from each commissioner and county officials

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider ten separate variance applications covering fences, pools, signs, and lot dimensions in RU, RRMH, AU, GU, PUD, BU, and other zoning classifications. Each request seeks a variance from Chapter 62, Article VI (or IX) of the Brevard County Code. The items are listed by applicant, zoning district, and tax account number. No other business is noted for this meeting.

• Matthew S. and Gretchen W. request five variances for a fence/wall in RU-1-7 (Tax Account 3007937, District 3)
• Tyler Gardner and Shelby Hines request a variance for a principal structure in RRMH-1 (Tax Account 2406117, District 1)
• William R. and Sharon Mullinax Palmer request three variances for a pool and screen enclosure in RU-1-9 (Tax Account 2419052, District 2)
• Kirk and Corina Fallbacher request a variance for a pool screen enclosure in PUD (Tax Account 2627742, District 4)
• T&M United Corporation requests a variance for a freestanding sign in BU-1 (Tax Account 2413742, District 1)

The Board approved the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. The session included public hearings for ten variance requests covering fences, structures, signs, and lot dimensions across various zoning districts. No approvals, denials, or votes on those variance requests were recorded.

• Approved minutes from February 18, 2026 meeting

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review funding for opioid abatement and a proposed ordinance regarding dangerous dog investigations. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment plant conversions and a SCADA tower replacement.

• Proposed $5,908,640 in funding for Opioid Abatement services within Parks and Recreation
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance amending Chapter 14, Article II regarding dangerous dog investigations
• Authorization to bid for SCADA tower replacement at 10001 North Wickham Road, Melbourne
• Task Order No.5 for Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for South Beaches Wastewater Treatment Plant conversion
• Issuance of Non-Ad Valorem Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2026

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three land-use requests. One seeks a conditional use permit for a tiki bar serving alcohol in an SR zoning district. Two others request zoning classification changes: from AU to RU-1-11, and from AU with BSP to RU-2-15 and RU-2-30 with removal of BSP. The board will also vote on minutes from its February meeting.

• CUP for alcoholic beverages at a tiki bar in SR zoning (25Z00060, District 3)
• Zoning change from AU to RU-1-11 (25Z00063, District 1)
• Zoning change from AU with BSP to RU-2-15 and RU-2-30 with BSP removal (25Z00054, District 2)
• Approval of February 16, 2026 minutes

The Board held a public‑hearing session and received three applications: a conditional use permit for a tiki bar serving alcoholic beverages, a zoning change request from AU to RU‑1‑11, and a zoning change request from AU with a BSP to RU‑2‑15 and RU‑2‑30 with removal of the BSP. The minutes record no approvals, denials, or votes on any of these items. The meeting was then adjourned.

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits. The Board will also review resolutions regarding the denial of two zoning classification change requests.

• Public hearing for Princeton Technology, LLC request for a full liquor, beer and wine license (25Z00044)
• Public hearing for Spacewalk Groves, Inc. request for a land alteration CUP (25Z00057)
• Resolution regarding the denial of a zoning change from RU-1-13 to AU(L) for Lazy River Investments, LLC
• Resolution regarding the denial of a zoning change from AU and RR-1 to SR with a BDP for Strada Development, LLC

The Board adopted Resolution No. 26-014, denying Lazy River Investments' request to change zoning from RU-1-13 to AU(L). It also tabled the proposed resolution on Strada Development's request to change zoning from AU and RR-1 to SR with a BDP, moving it to the April 2 zoning meeting. Additionally, the Board approved Commissioner Tom Goodson to participate in the meeting by telephone. All three actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Commissioner Goodson telephone participation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-014 denying RU-1-13 to AU(L) for Lazy River Investments (5-0)
• Tabled resolution on Strada Development AU/RR-1 to SR with BDP request (5-0)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on a settlement agreement with Merritt Island Development to settle Bert Harris Act claims and acquire real property on Merritt Island. Commissioners will also discuss legislative intent for infrastructure funding options and consider increasing the stormwater utility assessment rate. Additionally, the Board will consider adopting a local option gas tax and approving a partial settlement of national prescription opiate litigation.

• Public hearing on settlement agreement with Merritt Island Development (Bert Harris Act) involving property acquisition on Merritt Island
• Consideration of a local option gas tax authority
• Legislative intent to advertise an increase to the stormwater utility assessment rate
• Discussion on legislative intent for infrastructure funding options
• Partial settlement of national prescription opiate litigation

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider variance requests regarding the Brevard County Code. These requests involve setbacks and structures for residential and planned unit development properties.

• Variance request for a proposed dock in a PUD zoning classification (25V00080)
• Variance request for a setback in a GU zoning classification (25V00091)
• Three variances for a principal structure, pool screen, and accessory structure (25V00092)
• Two variances for a flagpole in an RU-1-11 zoning classification (25V00094)
• Variance requests for accessory and principal structures in RU-1-7 zoning (25V00095, 26V00004)

The Board of County Commissioners met on February 18, 2026. The only action taken was approval of the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. No variances or other requests were approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

• Approved minutes from Jan 14, 2026

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Brevard County Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit (CUP) requests: one for land alteration by Spacewalk Groves, Inc., and another for a full liquor, beer and wine license for on-premises consumption accessory to a restaurant by Princeton Technology, LLC. The board will also vote on approval of the January 12, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Spacewalk Groves, Inc. (Kim Rezanka) requests a CUP for land alteration (25Z00057, Tax Account 2315318, District 2)
• Princeton Technology, LLC requests a CUP for a 4COP full liquor, beer and wine license for on-premises consumption accessory to a restaurant (25Z00044, Tax Account 2104653, District 1)
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2026

The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners approved the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded for the public hearing items.

• Approved minutes from Jan 12, 2026

North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board

The North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (CUP) request submitted by Spacewalk Groves, Inc. The request concerns land alteration identified as application 25Z00057 in District 2. The board will also approve the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing on Spacewalk Groves, Inc. CUP request (application 25Z00057, Tax Account 2315318)
• Approval of minutes from the January 8, 2026 board meeting

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the Save Our Indian River Lagoon Project Plan 2026 Update, discuss posting PFAS information on the county website, and hold a public hearing on a temporary use agreement for a Linde/Praxair laydown site. Consent items include permission to apply for a hazard mitigation grant for the Salt Lake Watershed Master Plan and a request for congressional funding for land acquisition for a regional wastewater treatment facility.

• Adoption of Save Our Indian River Lagoon Project Plan 2026 Update
• Discussion on posting PFAS information on county website
• Public hearing: Temporary Use Agreement for Linde/Praxair Plant laydown site
• Consent: Permission to apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for Salt Lake Watershed Master Plan
• Consent: Submittal for congressional funding allocation for land acquisition for regional wastewater treatment facility

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners will hold 15 public hearings on zoning classification changes and small-scale comprehensive plan amendments. A resolution honoring Sandra Collins is also on the agenda. The consent agenda, public comments, and board reports are standard procedural items.

• H.1: Jay Steinke & Grant Steinke request zoning change from GU to AU (Tax Account 2504763, District 2).
• H.2: Laughing Clown LLC requests Small-Scale Plan Amendment to change Future Land Use from RES-2 to CC (Tax Account 2806925, District 5).
• H.4: Strada Development LLC requests zoning change from AU and RR-1 to SR with a BDP (multiple tax accounts, District 2).
• H.11: Merritt Bidco SPV LLC requests zoning change from AU with BSP to RU-2-15 and RU-2-30 with removal of BSP (Tax Account 2412106, District 2).
• H.15: Princeton Technology LLC requests a CUP for a full liquor, beer, and wine license for on-premises consumption (Tax Account 2104653, District 1).

The Board adopted Resolution No. 26-008 honoring planner Sandra Collins. It continued Princeton Technology LLC’s conditional use permit for a full‑liquor license to the March 5, 2026 meeting. It approved a zoning change from GU to AU for the Steinke 21.48‑acre property. The Board adopted Ordinance No. 26-01, a small‑scale amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. It also approved a zoning change from RP to BU-1-A for Laughing Clown LLC. A request by Merritt Bidco SPV to change AU with BSP to RU‑2‑15/30 was continued for further review.

• Adopted Resolution No. 26-008 honoring Sandra Collins (5-0)
• Continued Princeton Technology LLC CUP for full liquor license to March 5, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved zoning change GU to AU for Steinke property (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 26-01 small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment
• Approved zoning change RP to BU-1-A for Laughing Clown LLC (5-0)
• Continued Merritt Bidco SPV zoning request pending additional evidence

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a budget workshop featuring department presentations. The session includes a general budget overview and specific reports from the Utilities Department and the Natural Resources/Public Works Department regarding stormwater and drainage.

• Budget Overview presentation
• Natural Resources Department / Public Works Department (Stormwater/Drainage) presentation
• Utilities Department presentation

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a joint resolution with Palm Bay to condemn a 3500-foot right-of-way for the St. Johns Heritage Parkway extension. Other items include transferring parcels to the Environmentally Endangered Lands Program, releasing mineral exploration rights on a county-owned parcel, and approving several consent agenda items such as grant agreements, plat approvals, and a mutual aid agreement with NASA-KSC.

• Joint resolution with Palm Bay for condemnation of right-of-way for St. Johns Heritage Parkway extension (J.2)
• Approval to transfer three parcels to Environmentally Endangered Lands Program (I.1)
• Resolution to request release of right-of-entry for phosphate and mineral exploration on county-owned parcel (J.1)
• Approval of mutual aid agreement with NASA Kennedy Space Center (F.7)
• Approval of final plat for Meadow Pointe Phase 1 (F.5)

The board approved the County’s participation in the Florida Department of Environmental Protection waste‑tire amnesty program and authorized related funding agreements. It also authorized the execution of multiple state grant agreements for sewer, stormwater and bridge projects, and adopted a resolution permitting the Florida Local Government Finance Commission to issue private‑activity bonds to finance the East Coast Zoological Society’s Bowen Aquarium. Additional actions included final plat approval for Meadow Pointe Phase 1, a mutual‑aid fire protection agreement with NASA‑KSC, and the creation of precinct 142 for Willow Creek.

• Approved permission for waste‑tire amnesty program (unanimous)
• Approved execution of FDEP and FDOT grant agreements for sewer, stormwater and bridge projects
• Approved transfer of Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection grant LPA0417 from Cocoa Beach
• Approved final plat and contract for Meadow Pointe – Phase 1
• Approved mutual‑aid fire protection agreement with NASA‑KSC
• Approved competitive solicitation for Just‑in‑Time inventory management for fleet automotive parts
• Adopted resolution allowing issuance of private‑activity bonds for East Coast Zoological Society aquarium
• Approved creation of precinct 142 for Willow Creek Community Development District

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider several requests for variances to the Brevard County Code. These requests involve lot sizes, setbacks, and the placement of principal and accessory structures across various zoning classifications.

• Variances for principal structure and lot depth in BU-1-A zoning (25V00073)
• Variances for lot width and lot size in GU zoning for MJCoop LLC (25V00084, 25V00085)
• Variances for a swimming pool screen enclosure and principal structure in PUD zoning (25V00077)
• Variances for lot width and street setback in BU-2 zoning for Stephan Properties of Florida Inc. (25V00089)
• Variances for accessory structures in RU-1-7, EU, and RU-1-9 zoning (25V00074, 25V00075, 25V00088)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting. The public hearing listed nine variance requests for various zoning classifications, including BU‑1‑A, RU‑1‑7, EU, PUD, GU, RU‑1‑9, and BU‑2. No approvals, denials, or other actions on those variance requests were recorded in the minutes.

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a range of items including presentations on PFAS chemicals in drinking water, final plats for subdivisions, property sales, and interlocal agreements. Notable discussions include board direction on disclosing PFAS contaminant levels, legislative intent to reinstate the PACE program, and a letter to FDEP requesting reconsideration of a public meeting for Blue Origin's permit renewal. The board will also reschedule a budget workshop and consider appointments.

• Presentation and board direction on PFAS contaminant levels in drinking water (E.2, J.6)
• Resolution and contract to sell county-owned property to ETA Space, Inc. in Spaceport Commerce Park (F.12)
• Final plat approval for Del Webb at Viera Phase 5B, developer Pulte Home Co. (F.1)
• Interlocal agreement with City of Palm Bay for Babcock Street reconstruction between Weiman Road and Willowbrook Street (F.5)
• Letter to FDEP to request reconsideration of venue and format for Blue Origin permit renewal public meeting (J.9)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

This is the second workshop on the Save Our Indian River Lagoon initiative. The meeting features presentations from county staff, the citizen oversight committee, the National Estuary Program, the business community, municipal representatives, and a water management district member on the lagoon's economic impact. Board discussion and public comment are scheduled, but no binding votes or decisions are listed.

• Presentation by Natural Resources Management Department (Virginia Barker)
• Presentation by Save Our Indian River Lagoon Citizen Oversight Committee (Vinnie Taranto)
• Presentation by National Estuary Program (Dr. Duane De Freese)
• Presentation on Economic Impact of the Indian River Lagoon (Chris Peterson, St. Johns River Water Management District)
• Public comment period and board discussion

Planning and Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider 12 public hearings regarding zoning classification changes and comprehensive plan amendments for various properties across Brevard County. The items include requests to change designations from residential to commercial, agricultural, or special retention zones.

• Laughing Clown LLC requests changing Future Land Use from RES-2 to CC
• Strada Development requests changing zoning from AU and RR-1 to SR
• Princeton Technology requests a CUP for on-premises alcoholic beverages
• 100 Flug Ave LLC requests changing zoning from BU-1 to RU-2-15
• Merritt Bidco SPV requests changing zoning from AU to RU-2-15 and RU-2-30

North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board

The North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board will hold public hearings on two requests for zoning classification changes. The board will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Strada Development, LLC requests zoning change from AU and RR-1 to SR with a BDP (25Z00039, four tax accounts, District 2)
• Erick D. & Pamela S. Martin Trust requests zoning change from all BU-1 to BU-1 and BU-2 (25Z00051, one tax account, District 2)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop on the Indian River Lagoon. The agenda includes presentations from the Natural Resources Management Department, the Save Our Indian River Lagoon Citizen Oversight Committee, the National Estuary Program, the local business community, and municipal officials. The meeting also provides time for public comments and a board discussion, but no specific actions or decisions are listed.

• Presentation by Natural Resources Management Department (Virginia Barker)
• Presentation by Save Our Indian River Lagoon (SOIRL) Citizen Oversight Committee (Vinnie Taranto)
• Presentation by National Estuary Program (Dr. Duane De Freese)
• Presentation by Business Community (Laurilee Thompson)
• Presentation by Municipal Perspective (Frank Catino)