Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Delray Beach public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues in development with medium priority
Affordable/Workforce Housing on SW 4th Street
Resolution 2026-16 would sell three CRA-owned vacant lots at 630, 704 & 708 SW 4th Street to the Delray Beach Community Land Trust for $15,000 to build three affordable/workforce single-family homes.
Marine Villas Villa #1 Renovation and FEMA Flood Variance
The Marine Villas owners want to keep Villa #1 at its existing floor elevation even though FEMA now requires nine feet of elevation, up from seven. The board approved the variance to preserve the courtyard-centered historic design, noting the city's flood-control projects along Marine Way.
Old School Square Lighting and Arcade Security Improvements
The city is brightening up the Old School Square campus — new LED facade lighting, new light poles, historic-style aluminum gates replacing failing roll-down doors — to address safety concerns around the amphitheater and arcade.
Right-of-way dedication policy
Commissioner Mollica questioned making property owners hand over 1–3 feet of land for future road widening before permits; the mayor asked for a full policy discussion. Dedications themselves were still approved.
Campi Italian Signage Modification
The corner restaurant at NE 2nd Avenue and NE 2nd Street is hard to find — the owner says guests and ride-share drivers constantly ask what's in the hotel. The board wants a new corner sign but is requiring it to match the entrance sign before approving.
Window Replacement at 300 SE 7th Avenue
Homeowner requested to replace existing awning windows with horizontal sliders and casement windows that match the historic mutton pattern while improving safety and egress.
Northwest 7th Avenue Townhomes Homeowners Association Establishment
The CRA created a homeowners association to manage common elements of the new workforce housing townhomes and accessory dwelling units on NW 7th Avenue.
Five townhomes bring investment west of Swinton
Five two-story, three-bedroom fee-simple townhomes are approved for a vacant half-acre on SW 3rd Avenue — a new housing type for a west-of-Swinton neighborhood the city has spent decades trying to revive. Street trees were shifted on-site because of an old sewer line.
Sundy Village Building A Modifications
Restaurants in Sundy Village requested permission to offer outdoor dining until midnight. The board supported the change, noting it will activate Swinton Avenue while operating under existing noise rules.