Frequently Asked Questions
What is the zoning on my property?
Every property within the city limits has a zoning classification assigned to it. There are currently 19 different zoning classifications. To find out what the zoning on your property is, click on this LINK (link to zoning map). After you have determined what your zoning classification is, Section 60.00 of The Land Development Regulations that can be found on the municode link http://www.municode.com/Resources/ClientCode_List.asp?cn=Rockledge&sid=9&cid=4115 will tell you exactly what that zoning definition means.
What is the future land use on my property?
Every property within the city limits has a future land use classification assigned to it. There are currently 14 different Future Land Use classifications. To find out what the future land use on your property is, click on this LINK (link to FLUM) After you have determined what you future land use classification is, Chapter 1 of The Comprehensive Plan that can be found on the municode link http://www.municode.com/Resources/ClientCode_List.asp?cn=Rockledge&sid=9&cid=4115 will tell you exactly what that future land use definition means.
What can I develop on my vacant land?
Depending on where the property is located and how many acres you have to develop will determine exactly what can be built. The best thing to do is to call or email the planning office, to help make that determination.
How many parking spaces are required for my potential development?
Can I get my property rezoned?
What business is allowed in my zoning district?
What does the Planning Commission do?
The Planning Commission (Local Planning Agency) consists of Nine (9) members appointed by City Council to three-year terms. The Planning Commission meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.
The Commission is tasked with matters relating to zoning uses and development of land uses; investigate special studies; establish principles, objectives and policies for the planned use and development of land; prepare and maintain plans for the future development of the City; conduct public hearings; review and make recommendations for special exceptions to the Board of Adjustment; review and make recommendations for zoning district amendments, comprehensive plan amendments, and subdivision plans, and submit written recommendations to the City Council; review proposed land development ordinances and submit written recommendations to the City Council; review grant proposals and submit written recommendations to the City Council.
Is landscaping required for a new development plan?
How many copies of plans do I need to submit for site plan review?
6 sets of sealed site plans, 2 copies of concurrency evaluation, 2 sealed tree surveys, 2 sealed Landscape plans, 2 copies of Erosion/Sedimentation control permit application, 2 copies of environmental assessment, Copy of all recorded easements, 2 copies of SJRWMD permit, 2 copies of sealed drainage calculations (100-year on-site), 2 copies of DEP permit, statement of cost and proposed use.
Can I submit a conceptual plan for preliminary review?
A conceptual site plan must be submitted for preliminary review, this is a ONE time only free review. After a preliminary review comments have been given, the applicant may submit an official site plan.
What is the site plan review fee?
Section 39.12 of the Land Development Regulations states the following:
(a)~~~Any owner, developer, or other party submitting to the city building department for review or approval a site plan of a commercial, multifamily, or townhouse development, other than a site plan of a subdivision (residential or commercial) or PUD development, shall pay the city at the time of submission of the site plan a non-refundable site plan review fee of one-half ( 1/2) of the building permit fee for the development, or the sum of one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) whichever is the lesser amount.
What is the involved in the Comprehensive Plan Amendment?
There are two types of Comprehensive Plan Amendments, small scale which usually involves changes to the Future Land Use Map, is 10 acres or less and costs $1,500.For the small scale plan amendment to be complete it usually takes 60 days. Large-scale amendments usually involve text changes to the comprehensive plan or future land use map and are greater than 10 acres in size and cost $2,500. For the large scale Comprehensive Plan Amendments the process can take upwards of 9 months to complete.
What is Concurrency and how does it affect me?
Water, sewer, schools, recreation, solid waster and transportation (infrastructure items) all have established levels of service. The City monitors each item to ensure that when new projects are built, the established level of service is not exceeded. This may require a developer to make improvements to any or all the infrastructure items.
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