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Artificial turf certificate of appropriateness

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Last discussed Mar 5, 2026.

Public comments (4)

SupportiveUnidentified ResidentMar 5, 2026

Gave a lengthy Rome/Pantheon history lesson to argue historic preservation requires flexibility — turf is a minor change that keeps the business viable.

City Commission Regular Meeting on - Mar 5, 2026 · 1:17:35 →
OpposedMichaela CongaMar 5, 2026

Representing Broward Trust for Historic Preservation and Las Olas Beach Club residents; argued the turf is a distraction and the city should follow its own historic design guidelines.

City Commission Regular Meeting on - Mar 5, 2026 · 1:23:24 →
SupportiveBill BrownMar 5, 2026

Said he passes Cafe del Mar weekly and never noticed the turf; the Alliance saw no structural or historic integrity issue.

City Commission Regular Meeting on - Mar 5, 2026 · 1:33:01 →
SupportiveCourtney CrushMar 5, 2026

Attorney for Cafe del Mar argued the turf meets all ULDR criteria, doesn't touch the facade, and the awning precedent undercuts opposition.

City Commission Regular Meeting on - Mar 5, 2026 · 1:35:00 →