Planning Commission Meeting (May 26, 2026)

The City of Jacksonville Beach Planning Commission held a meeting on May 26, 2026, primarily to discuss proposed amendments to the Land Development Code (LDC) and a conditional use request for outdoor seating at a commercial property. The commission reviewed ordinance 26-8237, which included corrections and clarifications to the LDC, such as adding definitions and adjusting parking standards for different types of restaurants. A motion to approve the LDC changes was passed with a majority vote. Additionally, the commission considered a conditional use permit for continued outdoor seating at Southern Grounds restaurant in the Costa Verde Shops. Public comments highlighted concerns about parking congestion and the impact of outdoor seating, while others supported the positive community benefits. The commission ultimately approved the continuation of outdoor seating without time limits, noting that parking met existing code standards. The meeting also addressed the resignation of the planning director and upcoming training for commission members.