Subject:
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Anthony Falanga requests a change of zoning classification from AU to RR-1. (26Z00017) (Tax Account 2316489) (District 2)
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Fiscal Impact:
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Dept/Office:
Planning and Development
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board conduct a public hearing to consider a request for a change of zoning classification from AU (Agricultural Residential) to RR-1 (Rural Residential).
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The applicant is requesting a change of zoning classification from AU (Agricultural Residential) to the RR-1 (Rural Residential) zoning classification on 2.0 acres to allow for the development of one (1) single-family residence on the subject property. The subject parcel has no approved access to an approved county-maintained roadway. The owner will be submitting a proposed access easement agreement to provide such access consistent with Section 62-102 (a) of Brevard County Code should the zoning request be approved. The subject parcel is currently undeveloped and is located 300 feet east of N. Courtenay Parkway, approximately 1,600 feet north of E. Crisafulli Road.
The property's configuration has existed since August 01, 1979, as recorded in ORB 2087, Page 653. The Zoning code has required a minimum lot area of 2.5 acres within the AU zoning classification since March 6, 1975. The parcel is deemed to be substandard to lot area.
The subject property's AU (Agricultural Residential) zoning classification has remained unchanged since its original establishment in 1958.
RR-1 classification encompasses lands devoted to single-family residential development of spacious character, together with such accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings on a minimum one-acre lot, with a minimum lot width and depth of 125 feet. The RR-1 classification permits horses, barns, and horticulture as accessory uses to a single-family residence. The minimum house size is 1,200 square feet. Keeping of horses are accessory to a principal residence within the RR-1 zoning district.
The parcel is located on North Merritt Island (NMI), north of Hall Road. Section 62-3724(4) contains additional criteria including compensatory storage and written certification from the engineer of record that there will be no adverse flooding impacts upon properties resulting from the proposed development. The applicant is encouraged to continue communication with Natural Resources Management prior to any plan or permit submittal or performing any land clearing activities.
North of the subject property are three (3) parcels, all zoned RR-1 with RES 1 FLU. Parcels range from 0.97 acres - 1.03 acres. Each parcel is developed with a single-family residence. South of the subject property is one (1) parcel, zoned AU with RES 1 FLU. Parcel is 2.0 acres and is undeveloped; however, two structures appear on aerials; they may be unpermitted. East of the subject property is one (1) parcel at 74.5 acres, zoned AU with RES 1 FLU. It is undeveloped but noted as having an AG exemption and is used for grazing land. West of the subject property are two (2) parcels, zoned BU-1 with Community Commercial FLU. The northern parcel is 0.66 acres, developed with a single-family residence. The southern parcel is 0.65 acres, vacant and owned by the applicant. Parcel may become future access to N. Courtenay Parkway for the parcel under consideration.
The board may wish to consider if the request is consistent and compatible with the surrounding area.
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider the request on Monday July 13, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m. and the Board of County Commissioners on Thursday August 06, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Brevard County Government Center, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building C, Commission Room, Viera, Florida.
Clerk to the Board Instructions:
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