City of Panama City Planning Board Meeting 08102026

The City of Panama City Planning Board held a meeting on August 10, 2026, addressing several zoning and variance requests. Key procurement-related discussions included a rezoning request by SA Recycling LLC to change a property from light industrial to heavy industrial due to a change in ownership, which requires compliance with current zoning codes. The board discussed the implications of this rezoning, including the need for major development review for any future changes. Another significant item was a variance request by Mickey Hall for setback relief to build a carport, which was approved despite concerns about existing setback issues on the property; the board recommended addressing these additional issues in a future meeting. The board also approved a variance for a commercial building setback related to sewer and DOT easements and approved a rezoning request for a property to facilitate lot combination. The meeting concluded with a board member announcing his resignation due to a job relocation. Throughout, the board emphasized compliance with zoning regulations and the need for future development reviews to protect community interests.