Planning Commission Approves Non-Conforming Use Expansion, Recommends Flood Zone Amendments, Discusses Commercial Vacancy Tax
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Expansion of Non-Conforming Use at 544 North Pacific Street
The meeting of the City of Rockaway Beach Planning Commission opened with a public hearing regarding a conditional use application for 544 North Pacific Street. The applicant, David Meyer, sought approval to expand the non-conforming residential use of his property located in a commercial zone. The property, surrounded by residential and commercial uses, has been a residence since 1932. The Planning Commission reviewed the Rockaway Beach Zoning Ordinance, specifically Section 7.070, which allows for the enlargement or expansion of non-conforming uses through a conditional use permit.
The criteria for granting the conditional use included consistency with the comprehensive plan, minimal impact on surrounding properties, non-excessive traffic generation, adequacy of public facilities, appropriate site characteristics, and adequate area for the proposed use. Staff findings indicated that these criteria were met, and they recommended approval of the application.
During the public comment period, no one signed up to speak in favor or opposition. The Commission deliberated and ultimately voted to approve the conditional use application, with all commissioners voting in favor.