A developer wants to put a duplex at 824 NE 22 Drive. Getting this done first requires it be rezoned from single family housing. Even that is difficult and tedious.
Neighbors are worried about loss of privacy, lower property values, and the potential the duplex would become vacation rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO.
During their meeting on Jan. 28, city commissioners heard from neighbors, the developer, the architect, and city staff. The motion to rezone passed and will be brought back for second reading.
However, the bigger story lies in the discussion.
In a previous meeting, project architect Pedro Rojas noted that few homes are being built for medium-income families because construction costs are too high.
This project would create two units about 2,600sq ft. each.
Planning and Zoning board members want the developer to agree to voluntary restrictive covenants that would bind future owners from certain uses, while commissioners asked that trees be installed to protect neighbor privacy.
Other Business
The city is making changes to compensation for long term and high level employees. A recent report shows Wilton Manors employees leaving at an alarmingly high rate.
In order to attract experienced applicants for director-level and assistant director-level jobs, candidates may be offered four weeks of vacation to start, and get five weeks after five years of service.
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