Palm Beach, FL

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will consider an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding the Warden House. The request involves the restoration and reconstruction of exterior architectural features for the landmarked property.

• COA-26-0019: Certificate of Appropriateness for 200 N Ocean Blvd – Warden House

Architectural Commission

The Palm Beach Architectural Commission meets October 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Town Hall Council Chambers to review architectural applications for several residential and public projects. The most prominent item is a Town of Palm Beach Public Works application for an approximately 0.5-mile linear park, new bathroom and lifeguard facilities, and Clock Tower design modifications at 375 S Ocean Blvd. Other items include new single-family homes, additions, gates, and landscape changes, several of which also require Town Council review for zoning relief. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, minutes, and public comment.

• ARC-26-0067 (ZON-26-0064): Town of Palm Beach Public Works proposes an approximately 0.5-mile linear park, new bathroom/lifeguard facilities, and Clock Tower modifications at 375 S Ocean Blvd (Mid Town Linear Park); also goes to Town Council for Site Plan Review
• ARC-26-0054: New two-story single-family residence with front-yard setback waiver, plus hardscape, landscape, and pool at 357 Crescent Dr
• ARC-26-0060 (ZON-26-0063): Landscape and hardscape modifications with a landscape open space variance at 220 Wells Rd; Town Council to review zoning relief
• ARC-26-0070 (ZON-26-0068): Approximately 237 SF second-floor addition requiring two variances at 162 Atlantic Ave; Town Council to review zoning relief
• ARC-26-0066: New two-story residence with pool, landscape, and hardscape at 150 Clarendon Ave

Recreation Advisory Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

The Town Council will consider various land-use applications, including special exceptions for retail and restaurant uses and several property variances. The body will also review a site plan for a new municipal linear park.

• Site plan review for a 0.5-mile linear park and facilities at 375 S Ocean Blvd
• Special exceptions for a restaurant and private club at 150 Worth Ave
• Special exception for a new residential parsonage at 190 N County Rd
• Variance for a padel court at 542 N County Rd
• Special exception for retail space exceeding 4,000 SF at 230 Worth Ave

Retirement Board of Trustees

Investment Advisory Committee

Defined Contribution Plan Committee

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and a tax exemption. The body will also hold designation hearings to determine if specific properties should be landmarked.

• Request to demolish and reconstruct a patio and pergola at 124 Via Bethesda
• Request to install a new sculpture at 700 N Lake Way
• Historic Preservation Ad Valorem Tax Exemption request for 151 Root Trl
• Designation hearings for 117 Wells Road, 211 Park Avenue, 151 Root Trl, and 425 Seaspray Ave

Code Enforcement Board

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review several applications for new home construction, residential renovations, and commercial alterations. Some items require special exceptions or variances that will be referred to the Town Council for zoning approval.

• 190 N County Rd: Proposed two-story residential parsonage for Temple Emanu-El of Palm Beach, Inc.
• 150 Worth Ave: Proposed exterior façade alterations and interior Via passage improvements
• 3 S Lake Trl: Proposed new two-story single-family residence exceeding 10,000 square feet
• 1171 N Ocean Way: Proposed renovations and one-story additions to a nonconforming residence
• 230 Worth Ave: Proposed exterior storefront changes and a special exception for retail space size

Town Council

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

Code Enforcement Board

Architectural Commission

Town Council

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Town Council

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Town Council

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct public hearings regarding various violations of the Town of Palm Beach Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider fine reductions for two specific cases.

• Case # CE 26-1462: Sidewalk clearance violation at 101 Seminole Ave.
• Case # CE 26-1601: Sidewalk obstruction at 222 Ridgeview Drive.
• Case # CE 26-1479: Weed growth and roadway clearance at 254 N Woods Road.
• Case # CE 26-1313: Alarm permit and fee violations at 340 Royal Poinciana Way #C3.
• Case # CE 26-1460: Property maintenance and construction screening at 221 Onondaga Ave.

Town Council

Town Council

The Town Council will consider multiple requests for special exceptions, variances, and site plan approvals. These items include proposals for a new padel court, office uses, and building modifications at various locations.

• Special Exception for a new padel court at 542 N County Rd.
• Variance for a proposed swimming pool within the front setback at 575 N Lake Way.
• Special Exception to allow a bank use in a 5,725 SF second-floor office at 218 Royal Palm Way.
• Variance and Site Plan Review for an 1,800 square foot real estate office at 212 Brazilian Ave.
• Variances for awnings and lot coverage at the Vineta Hotel (363 Coconut Row)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on several service contracts, including waste disposal and landscape maintenance. The body will also discuss infrastructure updates for the Lake Trail and Midtown seawall, and consider revisions to town fees and election codes.

• Five-year garbage collection contract with Coastal Waste & Recycling, Inc. for $2,551,514.30
• Five-year landscape maintenance for Phipps Ocean Park with Mariani of Floirda, LLC (Year 1 budget: $623,923)
• Roadwork construction along SR-A1A from North of Emerald Beach Way to South of Royal Palm Way adding $208,637.13
• Par 3 Restroom Renovation project budget of $310,035 for Integrity Construction Enterprise, LLC
• Public hearing to vacate public utility easements at 203 South Lake Trail

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Palm Beach Planning and Zoning Commission meets October 6, 2026 at 9:30 AM in Town Hall Council Chambers to review proposed changes to parking and loading regulations, focusing on the parking schedule, and to take up R-B Zoning District regulations. Item 6.1 is Ordinance 26-2026, which would amend Chapter 134, Zoning, Article VI, Sections 134-886 through 134-897 to identify and provide regulations for subdistricts, reorganize the R-B Residential District regulations, and replace cubic content ratio with floor area ratio in the schedule of lot, yard and area requirements. The agenda also includes approval of the September 1, 2026 minutes, comments from officials, staff, and the public (3-minute limit), and notes the next meeting is November 3, 2026.

• Ordinance 26-2026: amends Chapter 134, Zoning, Sections 134-886 through 134-897 to create R-B subdistricts and reorganize R-B Residential District regulations
• Ordinance 26-2026 would replace cubic content ratio with floor area ratio in the schedule of lot, yard and area requirements
• Review and discussion of proposed changes to parking and loading regulations, focusing on the parking schedule
• Approval of minutes from the September 1, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes; written and virtual comment options offered

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review seven applications for exterior changes, new construction, and site modifications. Items include a new awning at a restaurant, a new two-story home, a third-floor addition, a padel court, storefront changes, and fenestration updates. Several projects are combination applications that also require Town Council zoning approval.

• 223 Sunset Ave: new fabric awning at Trevini Ristorante (ARC-26-0043)
• 575 N Lake Way: new two-story residence with pool, variance for front yard along S Woods Rd (ARC-26-0050)
• 151 Worth Ave: third-floor addition and fenestration changes to former Neiman Marcus (ARC-26-0055)
• 542 N County Rd: new padel court requiring Special Exception Review (ARC-26-0057)
• 251 Worth Ave: storefront modifications including windows, door, awning, signage (ARC-26-0058)

Other

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on resolutions to adopt the final millage rate for ad valorem taxes and the final budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The agenda also includes public comments and general business items.

• Resolution 116-2026: adopting final millage rate and levying ad valorem taxes for FY 2026-27
• Resolution 117-2026: adopting final budget and appropriating funds for FY 2026-27
• Public hearing on the millage rate and budget
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Town Council approved the final budget and millage rate for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The adopted operating millage rate of 2.6110 mills is an 8.4% increase over the rolled-back rate.

• Approved Resolution No. 116-2026 adopting the final millage rate (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 117-2026 adopting the final FY2027 budget (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on four new code violation cases involving sidewalk obstruction, an architectural commission matter, a missing business tax receipt, and another sidewalk obstruction. The board will also consider fine reductions or adjustments for six prior violation cases and foreclosure requests on two properties. The meeting includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and is scheduled for September 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

• Case CE 26-1470: 100 Worth Ave., Xact Construction Inc. — sidewalk obstruction violation
• Case CE 26-1388: 141 Australian Ave., Pamela Gregory MD — missing business tax receipt
• Case CE 25-847: 200 N Ocean Blvd., Warden House Condo Assoc. — exterior maintenance violation
• Case CE 26-621: 146 Atlantic Ave., Nita Fogg — dangerous tree/hedge violation
• Foreclosure requests for cases CE 24-1033 and CE 25-784 at 332 S County Road

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to landmarked properties, including new padel and pickleball courts at the Bath & Tennis Club, exterior alterations at two Sunset Avenue hotels, rooftop equipment at Breakers Palm Beach Inc., and window/door replacements at Palm Beach Day School. The commission will also handle routine items like minutes and public comments.

• COA-26-0022: New padel and pickleball courts at 1170 S. Ocean Blvd. (Bath & Tennis Club), with special exception and variance requests
• COA-26-0025: Exterior alterations and hotel key changes at 280 and 262 Sunset Ave. (White Elephant hotel), including a variance
• COA-26-0026: Rooftop mechanical equipment installation at 95 N. County Rd. (Breakers Palm Beach Inc.)
• COA-26-0027: Window and door replacement at 241 Seaview Ave. (Palm Beach Day School)

The Commission approved certificates of appropriateness for landscape, mechanical, and window improvements at four landmarked properties. It recommended 160 Barton Avenue for landmark designation and deferred two other applications to October.

• Approved landscape and hardscape improvements at 260 N. Ocean Blvd. with conditions (7-0)
• Deferred exterior alterations at 354 Brazilian Ave. for restudy of door and awnings (7-0)
• Approved exterior alterations at 280 and 262 Sunset Ave. with window transparency conditions (6-1)
• Approved rooftop mechanical equipment screening at 95 N. County Rd. (7-0)
• Approved window and door replacements at 241 Seaview Ave. with recess conditions (6-1)
• Recommended 160 Barton Avenue for Landmark designation (7-0)
• Deferred COA-26-0022 (1170 S. Ocean Blvd.) and COA-26-0016 (70 Middle Rd.) to Oct. 21 (7-0)
• Approved August 19, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board

Town Council

The Palm Beach Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on 13 zoning applications, including special exceptions for restaurant expansions at Trevini Ristorante, Le Bilboquet, and a new Stephen Starr restaurant at 151 Worth Ave, as well as variances for residential projects. The council will also conduct second readings of ordinances to update the town's comprehensive plan and official zoning map. Several items involve design review by the Architectural Commission or Landmarks Preservation Commission.

• ZON-26-0034: Trevini Ristorante at 223 Sunset Ave seeks special exception to add 24 outdoor seats and a parking variance
• ZON-26-0042: Le Bilboquet at 247 Worth Ave requests special exception to add 12 second-floor dining seats and a parking variance
• ZON-26-0044: 151 Worth Ave owner seeks special exceptions for a Stephen Starr restaurant, outdoor café seating, and shared parking with a variance
• ZON-26-0046: Carlton Place Condominium at 3140 S Ocean Blvd requests retroactive approval to convert a tennis court to two pickleball courts
• Second reading of ordinances to replace the 1974 official zoning map with a 2026 map and amend the comprehensive plan

The Council approved special exceptions and variances for restaurant expansions at 151 Worth Avenue and 247 Worth Avenue, and a nightclub expansion at 380 S. County Road. It also adopted updated comprehensive plan and zoning map ordinances. A request for retroactive approval of pickleball courts at 3140 S. Ocean Blvd. was denied.

• Approved restaurant special exception and site plan at 151 Worth Ave (5-0)
• Approved parking variance for 151 Worth Ave (4-1)
• Approved private dining expansion and variance at 247 Worth Ave (4-1)
• Approved nightclub expansion at 380 S. County Rd (4-1)
• Approved hotel key variance for 280 & 262 Sunset Ave (5-0)
• Denied pickleball court special exception and site plan at 3140 S. Ocean Blvd (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 12-2026 amending Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-2026 updating Official Zoning Map (5-0)

Town Council

The Palm Beach Town Council will hold a second reading and vote on two ordinances that update the town’s comprehensive plan and official zoning map. These changes replace existing maps and address land use, historic preservation, infrastructure, and archaeological sites. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Second reading of Ordinance 12-2026 to amend the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Second reading of Ordinance 13-2026 to replace the 1974 Official Zoning Map with a 2026 version

The Palm Beach Local Planning Agency approved the agenda and voted to recommend approval of two ordinances to the Town Council. Ordinance 12-2026 amends the Comprehensive Plan elements and map series, while Ordinance 13-2026 replaces the 1974 Official Zoning Map with a new 2026 map. Both measures passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 12-2026 to Town Council (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 13-2026 to Town Council (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:36 AM (4-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $1,071,093 crane replacement for the Sand Transfer Plant and a $227,920 window glazing project for Town Hall. They will also discuss a new beach amenity permit program and updates on coastal projects like seawall replacement and sargassum maintenance.

• $1,071,093 Sand Transfer Plant Crane Replacement and Pipeline Improvements to Gonzalez and Sons Equipment, Inc.
• $227,920 Town Hall Window Glazing to Ira Walden & Sons
• $30,000 change order for crane delivery to Techcrane International, LLC
• $371,372 next-generation firewall solution from Sentinel Technologies, Inc.
• Ordinance 21-2026 to establish annual beach amenity permit program for commercial beach furniture

The Council voted to request a 60-day extension from the FAA regarding proposed permanent flight path rules and approved a partnership with UF Health for a mobile stroke unit. Several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments were approved, while a proposed beach amenity permit ordinance was sent back for revision.

• Requested FAA extend public comment period by 60 days (5-0)
• Approved request for Mayor to send public comment letter to FAA with noise data (5-0)
• Approved UF Health Mobile Stroke Transport Unit partnership concept (4-0)
• Approved $1.28M Sand Transfer Plant crane and pipeline project (5-0)
• Approved $227,920 Town Hall window glazing contract (5-0)
• Approved $371,372 retroactive purchase for network firewall (5-0)
• Approved construction waivers for 2027 USACE Jetty Repair Project (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-2026 for FY2025 budget closeout transfers (4-0)

Other

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to set the proposed property tax millage rate and adopt the tentative 2026-2027 fiscal year budget. They will also consider several resolutions approving special assessment rolls for improvement and maintenance projects, including Peruvian Avenue, Worth Avenue, underground utilities, and solid waste services.

• Resolution 97-2026 adopting proposed millage rate for 2026-2027 general fund budget
• Resolution 98-2026 final assessment roll for Peruvian Avenue improvement project maintenance
• Resolution 99-2026 final assessment rolls for Worth Avenue improvement and maintenance
• Resolutions 100-2026 through 103-2026 for underground utility assessments in Nightingale-La Puerta, Lake Towers, Via Fontana, and townwide areas
• Resolution 104-2026 establishing solid waste service assessments for commercial properties

The Town Council approved a proposed FY2027 operating millage rate of 2.6110 mills and adopted tentative budgets for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and other Town funds. Several resolutions were passed to establish assessments for underground utilities, streetscape projects, and commercial solid waste collection.

• Approved FY2027 operating millage rate of 2.6110 mills (4-1)
• Approved tentative FY2027 General, Debt Service, and other Town budgets (5-0)
• Approved $1,397,313.08 Worth Avenue Improvement Project assessments (5-0)
• Approved $4,061,175.04 Townwide Underground Utility assessments (5-0)
• Approved $982,637 commercial solid waste collection assessments (5-0)
• Approved $31,138.55 Peruvian Avenue 400 Block Streetscape assessments (5-0)
• Approved $65,739.21 Nightingale-La Puerta Underground Utility assessments (5-0)
• Approved Underground Utility assessments for Lake Towers ($15,634.56) and Via Fontana ($17,307.66) (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review proposed changes to parking and loading regulations and to the R-B zoning district regulations, and will receive an update on edits to Ordinance No. 022-2026 regarding commercial district regulations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Update on edits to Ordinance No. 022-2026 Commercial District Regulations
• Review of proposed changes to Parking and Loading Regulations
• Review of proposed changes to R-B Zoning District Regulations
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2026 meeting

The Commission approved the minutes and agenda. Members endorsed a staff proposal to divide the R-B zoning district into four sub-districts and transition from cubic content ratio to floor area ratio. The Commission also began a multi-month review of parking and loading regulations.

• Approved August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Endorsed creation of four R-B zoning sub-districts: Lakeside, Inland, Oceanside, and Sea Streets
• Endorsed replacing cubic content ratio (CCR) with floor area ratio (FAR) for R-B district
• Agreed to prioritize parking schedule and alternative parking program for next meeting

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review several applications for new single-family residences and exterior modifications. Some requests include variances for setbacks and lot coverage that require further Town Council review.

• New one-story residence, hardscape, landscape, and pool at 214 List Rd
• New two-story residence at 235 Cocoanut Row with variances for setbacks and lot coverage
• New two-story house at 257 Fairview Rd with a variance for screening wall height
• Architectural adjustments and front yard setback variance at 203 S Lake Trl
• Conversion of an open carport to a one-car garage at 350 Seabreeze Ave

The Architectural Commission approved several renovation and new construction projects, including 300 N. Ocean Blvd., 222 Cherry Ln., 1066 N. Ocean Blvd., and 350 Seabreeze Ave., all unanimously. It deferred multiple projects to future meetings for further study, including 230 Plantation Rd., 334 Chilean Ave., 173 E. Inlet Dr., 214 List Dr., 235 Cocoanut Row, 257 Fairview Rd., and 150 El Vedado Rd. The commission also approved a consent agenda and minutes.

• Approved ARC-26-0051, 300 N. Ocean Blvd. renovations (7-0)
• Approved ARC-26-0021, 222 Cherry Ln. new residence with conditions (7-0)
• Approved ARC-26-0020, 1066 N. Ocean Blvd. renovation Option B (7-0)
• Approved ARC-26-0045, 350 Seabreeze Ave. carport enclosure with conditions (7-0)
• Deferred ARC-26-0024, 230 Plantation Rd. to Sept 23 (7-0)
• Deferred ARC-26-0034, 334 Chilean Ave. gate to Sept 23 (7-0)
• Deferred ARC-26-0033, 173 E. Inlet Dr. second-story addition to Sept 23 (7-0)
• Deferred ARC-26-0047, 235 Cocoanut Row to Oct 28 (5-2)

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee is meeting to review quarterly performance reports from Mariner, PFM Asset Management, and the June investment report, along with the OPEB Trust financial report. The agenda is primarily routine financial oversight with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Mariner Quarterly Performance Report
• June Investment Report
• PFM Asset Management Quarterly Performance Report
• OPEB Trust Financial Report

Defined Contribution Plan Committee

The Defined Contribution Plan Committee will review market and investment performance with an advisor from Mariner and receive plan updates from MissionSquare. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Market and Investment Performance Review by Kerry Richardville, Mariner
• Defined Contribution Plan Updates by Howard Brezak, MissionSquare
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2026 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Retirement Board of Trustees is holding its regular quarterly meeting to review investment performance, hear reports from the administrator and attorney, and approve the quarterly financial report and disbursements. The board will also set the member account credited interest rate and approve minutes from prior meetings. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Investment review by Kerry Richardville, CFA, Mariner
• Administrator's report by Edemir Estrada, GRS
• Attorney's report by Janice Rustin, LLW
• Quarterly financial report and disbursements by Melissa Ladd, Controller - Finance
• Member account credited interest rate decision

Code Enforcement Board

The Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on six alleged code violations, ranging from unpermitted construction and property maintenance to unauthorized sales on public beaches. The board will also consider approval of the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes and set its next meeting date.

• Case CE 26-1046: 202 Coral Lane — alleged violation of building permit requirements (Ch. 18, Sec. 18-205, 18-233)
• Case CE 26-1029: 720 S Ocean Blvd. — alleged failure to maintain vacant property (Ch. 88, Sec. 88-15(C), 88-16, 88-18)
• Case CE 26-1436: Brazilian Ave. & S. Ocean Blvd. — alleged illegal sales on public beach (Ch. 74, Sec. 74-192)
• Case CE 26-1319: 300 Blk S Ocean & Peruvian Ave. — alleged illegal sales on public beach (Ch. 74, Sec. 74-192)
• Case CE 26-1264: 333 Sunset Ave. — alleged sidewalk obstruction (Ch. 106, Sec. 106-1)

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and historic building approvals. The body is considering requests for exterior repairs, additions, and variances for properties on Worth Ave, Phipps Plz, Dunbar Rd, El Dorado Ln, Brazilian Ave, and Tarpon Isle.

• 450 Worth Ave: Request for exterior alterations, foundation repairs, and a new seawall
• 222 Phipps Plz: Request for a second-story addition and side yard setback reduction
• 210 Dunbar Rd: Request for window/door replacement, bay window addition, and Ad Valorem Tax Exemption
• 210 El Dorado Ln: Request for a 20KW generator, AC equipment modification, and fencing
• 354 Brazilian Ave: Request for exterior alterations and variances for landscape open space and floodplain

The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved several Certificates of Appropriateness, including a seawall and exterior alterations at 450 Worth Ave, a second-story addition at 222 Phipps Plaza, and window/door changes at 210 Dunbar Rd. It deferred two projects to September and one to October, and approved a historically significant building alteration at 210 El Dorado Ln. All decisions were unanimous except the 210 Dunbar Rd approval, which passed 4-3.

• Approved COA-26-0014, 450 Worth Ave seawall and alterations, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0021, 222 Phipps Plaza second-story addition (7-0)
• Approved landmark adjustment for setback reduction at 222 Phipps Plaza (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0024, 210 Dunbar Rd with casement window condition (4-3)
• Approved landmark adjustment for CCR increase at 210 Dunbar Rd (7-0)
• Approved HSB-26-0001, 210 El Dorado Ln generator and site work, with fountain condition (7-0)
• Deferred HSB-26-0007, 354 Brazilian Ave to Sept 16, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved HSB-26-0013, 10 Tarpon Isle with roof and door conditions (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board

Town Council

Town Council

The Palm Beach Town Council will hear several zoning applications at this meeting, including requests for special exceptions and variances for properties like The Breakers Tennis Center, historic buildings on Cocoanut Row, and multiple oceanfront locations. The Council will also consider a new seawall project along South Ocean Boulevard. Public hearings are scheduled for these items.

• ZON-26-0024: Special Exception for garden terrace with bar at Breakers Tennis Center (2 S County Rd)
• ZON-26-0026: Variance to reduce side yard setback for pool at 335 Cocoanut Row (historic property)
• ZON-26-0029: Variances for second-story addition at 173 E Inlet Dr
• ZON-26-0032: Special Exception for 5,433 SF office use and variance for parking at 283 Royal Poinciana Way
• ZON-26-0041: Site plan review and variance for Mid-Town seawall along South Ocean Blvd

The Town Council approved several zoning variances and special exceptions for local properties, including a seawall project and restaurant expansion. The Council also adopted an ordinance removing academic schools as special exception uses in certain residential districts and approved an interlocal agreement with the Town of Lantana for building permits. Additionally, the Council granted multiple building permit extensions and a restricted filming permit for Mac Duggal.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Lantana for boat dock permits (5-0)
• Approved restaurant expansion at 313 1/2 Worth Ave/313 Peruvian Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 1047 S. Ocean Blvd (4-1)
• Approved special exception for Breakers Tennis Center garden terrace (5-0)
• Approved variance for pool setback at 335 Cocoanut Row (5-0)
• Approved office use and parking variance for 283 Royal Poinciana Way (5-0; 4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-2026 regarding school zoning (5-0)
• Approved restricted one-day filming permit for Mac Duggal (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a consent agenda with several resolutions, including revised town fees, a $500,000 retroactive spending authorization, and a five-year tree trimming contract. Under new business, they will discuss a proposed commercial beach amenity permit program for hotels and businesses, the 2027 meeting schedule, Midtown Beach Linear Park, and filming permits. The agenda also includes first reading of ordinances on the beach permit program and budget amendments, plus a legislative update.

• Resolution 92-2026: Adopting revised fees for the Town of Palm Beach
• Resolution 93-2026: Retroactive spending authorization of $500,000 for Planning, Zoning, and Building Department services
• Resolution 94-2026: Awarding ITB No. 2026-028 for palm tree trimming to Brightview Landscape Services ($795,467 primary), Zimmerman Tree Services ($865,363 secondary), Sherlock Tree Company ($1,071,096 tertiary)
• Ordinance 21-2026 (first reading): Creating a Commercial Beach Amenity Permit Program for hotels and businesses to operate beach furniture on municipal beaches
• Ordinance 23-2026: Removing term limits for Planning and Zoning Commission members

The Town Council denied an ordinance that would have removed term limits for the Planning and Zoning Commission, voting 3-2. The Council also approved a revised building permit fee schedule, a landmark adjustment for 1047 S. Ocean Blvd., and several contracts, including a five-year palm tree trimming contract. Additionally, the Council deferred a commercial beach amenity permit ordinance to September 8, 2026, and approved the 2027 meeting schedule.

• Denied Ordinance 023-2026 removing term limits for Planning and Zoning Commission (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 092-2026 adopting revised building permit fees (5-0)
• Approved landmark adjustment for 1047 S. Ocean Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 094-2026 awarding palm tree trimming contract to Brightview Landscape Services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 096-2026 contract with Coastal Protection Engineering for hardbottom monitoring (5-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 021-2026 on commercial beach amenity permits to September 8, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved 2027 Town Council meeting schedule with March meetings moved to March 3-4 (5-0)
• Approved filming permits for Vineyard Vines and Citizens Bank with conditions; deferred Mac Duggal request (5-0, 4-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to address unfinished business regarding commercial district regulations. The meeting includes time for comments from officials, staff, and the public.

• Ordinance No. 022-2026 Commercial District Regulations (Tranche 5)

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended that the Town Council adopt Ordinance No. 022-2026, which updates commercial district regulations to align with the comprehensive plan. The ordinance condenses regulations from 43 to 11 pages, introduces a new Division 7.5, and includes changes to FAR standards, setbacks, and use tables. The recommendation includes an amendment to front-yard setbacks, replacing the 10-foot minimum with 'N/A' and clarifying measurement. Staff will correct noted errors before the September Town Council meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Recommended Town Council adopt Ordinance No. 022-2026, as amended (7-0)
• Amended front-yard setback standard to 'N/A' with clarified measurement point

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission is reviewing several applications for new home construction, additions, and landscape modifications. Some items include requests for variances regarding lot coverage and building height that will require Town Council review.

• New two-story residences at 222 Cherry Ln and 230 Plantation Rd
• Office expansion and window addition at 1236 S Ocean Blvd
• Second-story additions at 173 E Inlet Dr and 1740 S Ocean Blvd
• Renovations and style changes for 150 Dunbar Rd and 151 Atlantic Ave
• Exterior modifications including a new roof and entry design at 13 Via Vizcaya

The Architectural Commission approved a one-year extension for a previously approved new residence at 203 Via Vizcaya (6-1) and approved modifications to a site wall at 300 Colonial Lane (6-0). The commission deferred four projects — 150 Dunbar Rd & 151 Atlantic Ave., 222 Cherry Ln., 1066 N Ocean Blvd., and 1740 S Ocean Blvd. — to August 26, 2026, and deferred 108 El Mirasol to September 23, 2026. The commission also approved its June 24, 2026 minutes and the amended agenda, both 7-0. No final approvals were granted for new construction projects.

• Approved one-year extension of Architectural Commission approval for new residence at 203 Via Vizcaya, until May 28, 2027 (6-1, Phoenix dissenting)
• Approved site wall modification at 300 Colonial Lane, replacing a portion of masonry wall with drainage curb (6-0)
• Deferred 150 Dunbar Rd & 151 Atlantic Ave. project to September 23, 2026 for restudy of scale, materials, massing, details, lighting, stucco color, samples, and 3-D model (7-0)
• Deferred 222 Cherry Ln. new residence to August 26, 2026 for restudy of front door, chimney, awnings, driveway, roof, and garage doors (7-0)
• Deferred 1066 N Ocean Blvd. renovation to August 26, 2026 for restudy of upper windows, possible Pecky Cypress, and meeting with concerned neighbor (6-1, Tankersley dissenting)
• Deferred 1740 S Ocean Blvd. second-floor addition to August 26, 2026 for restudy of front entry (6-1, Connaughton dissenting)
• Approved June 24, 2026 meeting minutes as presented (7-0)
• Approved amended agenda, removing 203 Via Vizcaya for discussion (5-0)

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission is reviewing several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for landmarked properties. The body will discuss requests for building additions, exterior alterations, and landscape modifications.

• 1047 S Ocean Blvd: Proposed two-story addition and landscape improvements
• 260 N Ocean Blvd: Proposed landscape/hardscape improvements, 60KW generator, and gates
• 70 Middle Rd: Proposed demolition and reconstruction of exterior walls and front door
• 335 Cocoanut Row: Proposed landscape/hardscape modifications and a new pool
• 242 Park Ave: Proposed window and door replacement and a floodplain requirement variance

The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a two-story rear addition at 1047 S Ocean Blvd, including a landmark adjustment for reduced setbacks and a variance for increased lot coverage, all unanimously. The board also approved landscape improvements at 260 N Ocean Blvd and 335 Cocoanut Row, and deferred a wall reconstruction at 70 Middle Rd for further study. A request to remove statues at Four Arts Plaza was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved COA-26-0005 at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0) with condition to add eyebrow on north-east second-story addition
• Approved landmark adjustment reducing side yard setback from 15 ft to 7.25 ft at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0)
• Approved variance for increased lot coverage at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0015 at 260 N Ocean Blvd (7-0) with condition to review gates, arches, and pergola details at August 19 meeting
• Approved HSB-26-0004 at 335 Cocoanut Row (7-0) including pool setback variance from 10 ft to 7.5 ft
• Approved HSB-26-0006 at 242 Park Ave (7-0) including floodplain variance
• Deferred COA-26-0016 at 70 Middle Rd to August 19, 2026 for further study and independent structural review (7-0)
• Deferred COA-26-0012 at 102 Four Arts Plaza to August 19, 2026

Other

The Town Council is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and related millage rates. The body is also considering fee updates for golf, marina, and recreation services, as well as maintenance assessments for specific improvement projects.

• Proposed operating millage rate of 2.6110 and rolled-back rate of 2.4094 for FY 2027
• Amendments to Golf and Recreation Department fees for FY 2026
• Establishment of Marina annual and transient dockage rates for FY 2026
• Maintenance assessments for the Worth Avenue and Peruvian Avenue Improvement Projects
• Assessment roll for the collection and disposal of commercial solid waste

The Town Council held a budget workshop and directed staff to maintain the current millage rate of 2.6110 for the tentative FY2027 budget, rejecting a proposed reduction to 2.5345. The additional revenue from keeping the rate will be split equally between the Coastal Fund and the pavement management program. The Council approved Resolution 071-2026 setting the millage rate and budget hearing dates (September 8 and 17) by a 4-1 vote, with Council President Pro Tem Crampton dissenting. Several other resolutions were approved unanimously, including fee adjustments and assessment rolls for improvement projects.

• Approved Resolution 071-2026 setting tentative millage rate at 2.6110 (4-1, Crampton dissenting)
• Directed staff to maintain current millage rate; additional revenue split equally between Coastal Fund and pavement management
• Deferred Seaview Park field lighting, Lake Trail resiliency improvements, and other future capital initiatives pending more info
• Approved Resolution 072-2026 amending golf fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 073-2026 establishing marina dockage rates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 074-2026 amending recreation department fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 075-2026 for Worth Avenue improvement project assessments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 076-2026 for Peruvian Avenue improvement project assessments (5-0)