Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - 5/20/2026 - 6:00 p.m.

The City of Titusville Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on May 20, 2026, primarily to discuss a conditional use permit (CUP) application for the River Palms Riverfront Development Two LLC. The applicant requested approval to alter the shoreline of the Indian River Lagoon by constructing rock revetments and filling in part of the shoreline to support two Class A office buildings and associated parking. The discussion focused heavily on environmental concerns, including the impact on seagrass beds, shoreline erosion, and water quality, with expert testimony presented on both sides. The applicant argued the shoreline alteration was necessary to meet setback requirements and that the land was private property, while opponents cited the city's comprehensive plan and environmental policies opposing such shoreline fill and development. The commission also debated the validity and implications of a prior development agreement and density limits. After extensive public and expert testimony, the commission voted to recommend approval of the CUP, noting concerns about consistency with the comprehensive plan and environmental impacts. The meeting included detailed technical discussions on stormwater management, parking, and site design, but no final city council decision was made at this meeting.