New Construction Review in Eau Gallie CRA
Summary
A proposed amendment to the Eau Gallie Art Overlay Zone boundary tied to the Archangel Michael Coptic Orthodox Church property in the Eau Gallie arts district. Changes to the overlay affect what uses and design standards apply in that area.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 16, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Property owner faces additional construction costs if redesigning exterior walls with stucco.
The church property owner and potentially nearby Eau Gallie arts district properties.
The property owner, whose project timeline and construction budget are impacted.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Local Planning Agency/Planning & Zoning - Nov 5, 2026
A proposed amendment to the Eau Gallie Art Overlay Zone boundary tied to the Archangel Michael Coptic Orthodox Church property in the Eau Gallie arts district. Changes to the overlay affect what uses and design standards apply in that area.
Historic and Architectural Review Board - Oct 21, 2026
The board will review a proposal for new construction at 1458 Cypress Avenue within the Eau Gallie Community Redevelopment Area.
Historic and Architectural Review Board - Sep 16, 2026
The board discussed whether a proposed metal recreation building met local design guidelines that ban corrugated metal on visible exterior walls. The applicant was encouraged to modify the design with stucco to blend better with the neighborhood.
Related development
Guess What LLC New Construction
The project was found inconsistent with design guidelines due to exposed corrugated metal walls.
Eau Gallie Art Overlay Zone Modification
Removes a zoning barrier that has blocked the church's building plans since the 2007 overlay was created, allowing future expansion under standard C-1 zoning.
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