Cocoa Village Bay Estates subdivision
Summary
A developer wants seven single-family homes on about 7.5 acres of wetland-fringed land at Indian River Drive and Dixon Boulevard. It cleared every state and federal permit and passed the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously, but neighbors worry the low-lying site will worsen flooding and trap new residents during storms.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $10.5 million in private investment generating roughly $73,000 in annual city revenue by Councilwoman Koss' calculation.
The developer and eventual homeowners get riverfront lots; the city gains tax base.
Nearby homeowners fear worsened flooding, blocked emergency access, and lawsuit liability for the city.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Apr 14, 2026
A developer wants seven single-family homes on about 7.5 acres of wetland-fringed land at Indian River Drive and Dixon Boulevard. It cleared every state and federal permit and passed the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously, but neighbors worry the low-lying site will worsen flooding and trap new residents during storms.
Planning & Zoning Board / Local Planning Agency - Apr 1, 2026
A proposal to subdivide three parcels into seven single-family lots on about 8 acres east of U.S. 1 near North Indian River Drive — new homes near the village area.
Related development
Cocoa Village Bay Estates
Adds seven riverfront homes to a flood-prone stretch; the design adds retention ponds and bypass systems the engineers say will slightly improve drainage, but neighbors fear worse flooding and stranded residents during storms.
Cocoa Village Bay Estates Small-Scale Site Plan and Preliminary Plat (PZ 23-00200009)
Adds seven high-end riverfront homes; neighbors worry construction could worsen existing flooding on Indian River Drive.
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