Rehoboth Beach public meetings in 2024

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 23 Dec 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter announced the cancellation due to a lack of specific cases ready for consideration. This is a procedural cancellation with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of cases ready for consideration

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will discuss and consider several significant items, including a possible extension of the permit and metered parking season to run May 1 through October 31, a regional wastewater partnership proposal, and amendments to zoning code definitions for basements. They will also consider awarding a $146,015.90 contract for water meter replacement and a resolution supporting a public-private partnership to retain Clear Space Theatre Company. The agenda includes numerous public comments, mostly opposing the parking meter extension and wastewater outfall proposal.

• Discuss expanding permit and metered parking season to May 1–October 31
• Consider joint wastewater partnership with Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County
• Resolution to set public hearing on amending zoning code for basement definitions and gross floor exemption
• Award $146,015.90 contract to Harry Caswell LLC for annual water meter replacement
• Resolution supporting public-private partnership to retain Clear Space Theatre Company

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct a public interview with Gregory A. Morris, the only candidate who responded to the city's request for qualifications for the city solicitor position. The board may also enter executive session to discuss candidate qualifications. No hiring decision will be made at this meeting; the item will return for a vote in January 2025.

• Public interview of Gregory A. Morris, attorney at Liguori & Morris, for city solicitor position
• Proposed hourly rate of $250/hour for legal services
• Possible executive session to discuss candidate qualifications
• Recruitment process remains open until position is filled
• New city solicitor expected to start January–February 2025

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed three-way regional wastewater partnership with the Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County, a fund balance policy, extending the parking season, and restructuring advisory committees. The meeting includes reports from the city manager, solicitor, and beach patrol, plus correspondence from residents on the wastewater proposal and parking season.

• Discuss joint request by Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County for a three-way regional wastewater partnership
• Consider adopting the City's Fund Balance and Net Position Policy
• Discuss expanding the permit and metered parking season to May 1 through October 31
• Proposal to sunset five advisory committees and replace with a single generalist committee
• Beach Patrol 2024 Yearly Report

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting to review submissions for the city solicitor position. One firm, Liguori & Morris, submitted a proposal at $250/hour, and one in-house counsel application was received. Staff recommends interviewing the firm candidate and extending the RFQ process for another month, while not considering the in-house applicant at this time.

• Review of city solicitor RFQ submissions (Agenda Item Report No. 24-059)
• One submission from Liguori & Morris, Gregory A. Morris, at $250/hour
• One in-house counsel application with no local government experience and not Delaware-licensed
• Staff recommends scheduling December interview with Mr. Morris and extending RFQ for one month
• Possible decision to issue interview invitations or re-advertise

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting to consider the Mayor's nomination of Mark Saunders to fill the vacant Commissioner seat left by Don Preston's resignation. If selected, Saunders will be sworn in during the meeting. The agenda also includes citizen comment and adjournment.

• Consider nomination of Mark Saunders for vacant Commissioner seat
• Administer oath of office to the selected Commissioner
• Citizen comment period

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of the Atlantic Crowne Hotel site plan application for a four-story, 55-room hotel at 17 Baltimore Avenue, and will discuss the Board of Adjustment's November 25, 2024 decision on the Belhaven Hotel project, including the legal basis and potential appeal. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes, correspondence, and the building inspector's report.

• Preliminary review of Site Plan Application No. 0624-07 for Atlantic Crowne Hotel, a 4-story, 55-room hotel with restaurant and bar at 17 Baltimore Avenue
• Discussion of Board of Adjustment decision on Belhaven Hotel Project at 2 Rehoboth Avenue, including potential appeal by the Planning Commission
• Building Inspector's Report and Code Enforcement Reports for November 2024
• Report of any new applications timely submitted

Planning Commission Preliminary Review for Site Plan Review for 17 Baltimore Avenue - 06 Dec 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0624-07 for the Atlantic Crowne Hotel property at 17 Baltimore Avenue. The meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Room at City Hall. The applicant, Davis Bowen & Friedel Inc., is requesting site plan approval on behalf of the property owner, Lankford Properties II, LLC.

• Preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0624-07 for Atlantic Crowne Hotel
• Property located in C-3 Secondary Commercial District on Lot Nos. 17, 19, 21 & 23, Block - Baltimore Avenue
• Address: 17 Baltimore Avenue
• Applicant: Payton Bridge of Davis Bowen & Friedel Inc. on behalf of Ronald E. Lankford of Lankford Properties II, LLC

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 15 1/2 Stockley Street - 25 Nov 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Howard & Barbara Katz for variances from City Code rear-yard and structure setback rules, allowing a newly built patio to remain in the rear yard setback at 15 1/2 Stockley Street. The property is in the R-1 Residential District. The board will decide whether to grant the variances.

• Variance request from City Code §270-25 (rear yards) and §270-42 (structures in required yard areas)
• Property: 15 1/2 Stockley Street, Lots 46 & 47, Block 37, Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-20.06-13.01
• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 25, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. in Commissioners Room, City Hall, 229 Rehoboth Avenue

Audit Committee Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Audit Committee is meeting to review the city's audit for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, and to discuss the city's Fund Balance and Net Position Policy. The committee will also take public questions and may make recommendations. This is a routine oversight meeting focused on financial reporting and policy.

• Presentation of City Audit ending March 31, 2024
• Discussion of City's Fund Balance and Net Position Policy
• Public Q&A session
• Potential committee recommendation

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 69 Park Avenue - 25 Nov 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 25, 2024, to consider a request for variances from City Code sections on natural area, floor area ratio, lot coverage, and side yard setbacks. The variances would allow construction of a new bathroom and expansion of an existing screened porch, increasing lot coverage at 69 Park Avenue. The request is made by attorney Vincent G. Robertson on behalf of property owners Andrew and Patricia Vella.

• Variance request for City Code §270-21 (natural area, floor area ratio, lot coverage) and §270-26 (side yard setbacks)
• Property: 69 Park Avenue, Lot 45, Block - Park Avenue, Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.13-148.00
• Proposed work: new bathroom and expansion of existing screened porch
• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. in Commissioners Room, City Hall, 229 Rehoboth Avenue

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 25 Nov 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter announced the cancellation due to a lack of specific cases ready for consideration. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of cases ready for consideration

Board of Adjustment Variance Request for 104 Scarborough Avenue - 25 Nov 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 25, 2024, to consider a variance request for the property at 104 Scarborough Avenue. The variance would allow a deviation of 13.06 feet and 219.7 square feet from the requirement that new lots contain a rectangle of at least 4,000 square feet with a shortest side of 48 feet. The request is made by Walls Apartments LLC, represented by David C. Hutt, Esq.

• Variance request for 104 Scarborough Avenue
• Property located in R-1 Residential District
• Requested deviation: 13.06 feet and 219.7 square feet
• Applicant: Walls Apartments LLC
• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 25, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on three variance requests. The board will consider allowing a newly constructed patio to remain in a rear yard setback at 15 1/2 Stockley Street, permitting a bathroom addition and screened porch expansion at 69 Park Avenue, and granting a variance for a lot size deficiency at 104 Scarborough Avenue. The agenda also includes correspondence, approval of minutes, and notices of decision.

• Variance request by Howard & Barbara Katz for 15 1/2 Stockley Street to allow a patio to encroach 13.6 feet into the rear yard setback (Case No. 0924-09)
• Variance request by Andrew & Patricia Vella for 69 Park Avenue to allow a new bathroom and screened porch expansion increasing lot coverage (Case No. 0924-10)
• Variance request by Walls Apartments LLC for 104 Scarborough Avenue to allow a lot with 13.06 feet and 219.7 square feet less than the required 4,000 square feet rectangle (Case No. 1024-12)
• Support letters from neighbors for the Stockley Street and Park Avenue requests
• Building Inspector reports included for each variance case

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss proposed revisions to Chapters 236 and 270 of the City Code, and the Belhaven Hotel Project. The Commission may enter executive session for legal advice on the hotel project. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed revisions to Chapter 236 and Chapter 270 of the City Code
• Discussion of the Belhaven Hotel Project
• Possible executive session for legal advice on the hotel project

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to continue the preliminary review of a site plan for a proposed hotel at 1 Rehoboth Avenue, and to conduct preliminary reviews of a property partition at 87 Henlopen Avenue and a concept review for the Beach View Hotel at 6 Wilmington Avenue. The agenda also includes reports from the Building & Licensing Department and discussion of any new applications.

• Continuation of preliminary site plan review for One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel (1 Rehoboth Avenue), a proposed 4-story mixed-use building with 2 levels of underground parking, 58,341 sq ft GFA
• Preliminary review of partitioning application for 87 Henlopen Avenue to split the property into two 6,825 sq ft lots
• Project concept review for Beach View Hotel at 6 Wilmington Avenue, including parking study and concept site plan
• Building & Licensing Department and Code Enforcement reports for October 2024

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Partitioning Application No. 0924-09 for 87 Henlopen Avenue - 21 Nov 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of Partitioning Application No. 0924-09 for the property at 87 Henlopen Avenue. The application seeks to divide the R-1 zoned property, identified as Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.13-41.00, into two lots of 6,825 square feet each. The request was submitted by Tim Willard, Esq. and Randy Burton on behalf of owner Guy R. Martin. The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Room at City Hall.

• Partitioning of 87 Henlopen Avenue into two 6,825 sq ft lots
• Property located in R-1 Residential Zoning District
• Application No. 0924-09, requested by Guy R. Martin's representatives
• Public hearing notice posted October 31, 2024

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and possibly vote on a proposal to rezone a portion of 330 Rehoboth Avenue (Tax Parcel 334-14.17-139.00) from R-1 (Single-Family Residence) to C-1 (Central Commercial). The application, submitted by the property owner, seeks to make the zoning consistent with the rest of the parcel, which is already C-1. The agenda includes numerous letters of opposition from nearby residents and a draft ordinance for the zone change.

• Rezoning of 19,425.67 square feet at 330 Rehoboth Avenue from R-1 to C-1
• Public hearing and possible vote on draft ordinance for the zone change
• Opposition letters from residents and Rehoboth Beach Homeowners' Association
• Planning Commission recommendation and Superior Court opinion included in agenda

Mayor & Commissioners Public Hearing on Section 270-7 by Amending Rehoboth Beach Zoning Map and Section 270-8 by Rezoning the Property Located at 330 Rehoboth Avenue - 18 Nov 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning a portion of the property at 330 Rehoboth Avenue from R-1 (Single-Family Residence District) to C-1 (Central Commercial District). This would amend the city's zoning map and district boundaries. The hearing is scheduled for November 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in City Hall.

• Rezoning of 330 Rehoboth Avenue from R-1 to C-1
• Amends Zoning Map (Section 270-7) and district boundaries (Section 270-8)
• Property identified as Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.17-139.00

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will discuss and consider a resolution to finance up to $5.5 million for the development and construction of the Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility. They will also discuss an ordinance amending zoning definitions related to basements, review the status of the Strategic Plan, and consider adopting the Sussex County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The agenda includes routine reports and proclamations.

• Resolution to finance up to $5.5 million for Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 270 zoning definitions for basements and gross floor area exemption
• Resolution to set public hearing on basement zoning amendment
• Presentation on Strategic Plan status and community survey results
• Resolution to adopt Sussex County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee Meeting

The Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss Tree Fund projects, potential recommendations to the Tree Code regarding tree protection during construction, and other committee topics. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of Tree Fund related projects
• Update on tree protection and preservation during construction and renovation
• Possible recommendations to the Tree Code
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2024 meeting

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting to discuss and consider appointing Connolly Gallagher LLP as interim City Solicitor after the current firm withdrew, and to direct the City Manager to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a permanent City Solicitor. They will also consider a change order to add paving of Scarborough Avenue Extended to the annual street paving contract.

• Appoint Connolly Gallagher LLP as interim City Solicitor through January 2025
• Direct City Manager to issue RFQ for permanent City Solicitor; submissions due December 2, 2024
• Change order for annual street paving contract to add Scarborough Avenue Extended
• FY24 legal fees totaled $542,458.34; FY25 YTD legal fees $420,492.02
• Current City Solicitor hourly rates: Alex Burns $300/hr, Glenn Mandalas $450/hr

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed regional wastewater partnership with Sussex County and Lewes BPW, based on a Hazen hydraulic evaluation of the ocean outfall. They will also consider reconvening the Wilmington/Baltimore Avenue Streetscape Task Force and receive a status update on the Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility.

• Hazen presentation on Ocean Outfall Hydraulic Evaluation and Risk Assessment, including a $20.0M offer for 5 MGD capacity
• Discussion on joint request by Lewes BPW and Sussex County for a three-way regional wastewater partnership
• Wilmington/Baltimore Avenue Streetscape Concept and Task Force reconvening discussion
• Status update on Rehoboth Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility
• Proclamation recognizing Veterans' Day

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

This special meeting is called to enter an executive session for strategy discussions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation. No public decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural, with citizen comment and adjournment.

• Executive session under 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(4) for legal strategy on collective bargaining or litigation
• Citizen comment period
• Meeting to follow the workshop meeting on November 4, 2024

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request by Turnstone Custom Homes, on behalf of owner Jay Mossman, for variances to allow an unpermitted landing and two additional steps in the required front yard at 7 Lake Avenue. The applicant cites flood zone elevation requirements and existing sidewalk constraints as the hardship. The board will also handle routine items including approval of minutes, re-executing rules of procedure, setting future meeting dates, and electing officers.

• Variance request for 7 Lake Avenue: unpermitted landing and two steps in front yard (Case No. 0924-11)
• Applicant cites flood zone AE 11 and sidewalk slope as reasons for needing more than the allowed 24-inch projection
• Item removed from agenda: Case No. 0924-09 at 15 1/2 Stockley Street due to application inconsistency
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2024, September 30, 2024, and October 16, 2024 meetings
• Election of officers added to agenda

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 7 Lake Avenue - 28 Oct 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on October 28, 2024, to consider a request for variances from City Code sections 270-42 and 270-82. The variances would permit the continued existence of an unpermitted landing and two additional steps in the required front yard at 7 Lake Avenue. The request is made by Turnstone Custom Homes on behalf of property owner Jay Mossman.

• Variance request for structures in required yard area (City Code §270-42)
• Variance request for enforcement and plot plan (City Code §270-82)
• Property located in R-1 Residential District, Lot 7, Block Lake Avenue
• Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.14-4.00
• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. in Commissioners Room, City Hall

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 28 Oct 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for October 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter announced the cancellation due to a lack of specific cases ready for consideration. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of cases ready for consideration

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a trailer zoning ordinance and discuss several proposed zoning code amendments, including who has authority to interpret and enforce Chapter 270. They will also consider a resolution for a public hearing on basement definition changes, discuss parking restrictions for certain vehicles, and consider awarding a $128,544 contract for City Hall cleaning services to Oceanside Cleaning Inc. The agenda includes routine reports and a proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

• Public hearing on amending Sections 270-4 and 270-39 regarding trailer definitions and parking/storing on private property
• Discussion of ordinances to amend Chapter 236 and Chapter 270 regarding Planning Commission or Building Inspector authority to interpret and enforce zoning
• Discussion of ordinance to amend basement definitions and gross floor exemption (Sections 270-4 and 270-21(B))
• Consider awarding contract for City Hall cleaning services to Oceanside Cleaning Inc. for $128,544
• Discussion of Chapter 92, Section 38 parking restrictions for certain vehicles and trailers

Board of Adjustment Special Meeting

The Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to continue a variance request for minimum parking spaces at properties on Rehoboth and Baltimore Avenues. The applicant, Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc., seeks relief from the city's parking requirements. The board will also review correspondence and approve a notice of decision.

• Continuation of Case No. 0824-08: variance from Municipal Code §270-35 (minimum parking spaces)
• Properties: 2 Rehoboth Avenue and 10 Baltimore Avenue, C-1 Central Commercial District
• Applicant: Richard A. Forsten (Saul Ewing) for John N. Papajohn, Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc.
• Review of correspondence from September 30 to October 16, 2024
• Approval of Notice of Decision

Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee Meeting

The Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee is meeting to review the Commemorative Tree Program Fund and discuss possible recommendations to the Tree Code regarding tree protection during construction and renovation. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and open discussion of future activities.

• Quarterly financial update of the Commemorative Tree Program Fund
• Review of Commemorative Tree Program Fund projects with Planning & Community Development Director
• Discussion of tree protection and preservation during construction and renovation
• Possible recommendations to the Tree Code

Cancellation of Planning Commission Regular Meeting - 11 Oct 2024 - Press Release

The Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for October 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to missing supporting documentation for pending applications and the lack of an attorney for the commission. No new meeting date has been announced.

• Meeting cancelled due to incomplete documentation and no attorney

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Mayor and Commissioners will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a joint request by the Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County to explore a three-way regional wastewater partnership, which would involve building a new treatment plant at Wolfe Neck and using Rehoboth Beach's ocean outfall. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Parking & Transportation Study, a discussion on reconvening the Wilmington/Baltimore Avenue Streetscape Task Force, and a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Day. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of regional wastewater partnership with Lewes and Sussex County (Agenda Item Report No. 24-038)
• Presentation by The Rossi Group on Parking & Transportation Study, including King Charles Avenue project (Agenda Item Report No. 24-039)
• Discussion on reconvening Wilmington/Baltimore Avenue Streetscape Task Force (Agenda Item Report No. 24-040)
• Proclamation recognizing October 16 as Chamber of Commerce Day
• Public Works 2024 End of Summer Report, including wastewater, water, and streets data

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting primarily to enter an executive session to discuss documents excluded from public record under Delaware FOIA. The agenda includes only this executive session, citizen comment, and adjournment, with no other business items.

• Executive session under 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(6) to discuss FOIA-exempt documents
• Citizen comment period
• Meeting follows a workshop at 9:00 a.m. on October 7, 2024

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request for variances and clarification from the owner of the Belhaven Hotel property at 2 Rehoboth Avenue, appealing conditions of the Planning Commission's site plan approval. The board will also consider correspondence, including a memo from a Planning Commission member about a proposed ordinance to shift zoning interpretation authority, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Case No. 0824-08: variance request for height, floor area ratio, parking, and loading at 2 Rehoboth Avenue (Belhaven Hotel)
• Correspondence from Julie Davis re: ordinance to transfer zoning interpretation authority from Planning Commission to Building Inspector
• Comments from Dr. Michael C. Trahos on Wilmington/Baltimore Avenue streetscape and delivery truck traffic
• Approval of minutes from May 20 and August 26, 2024 regular meetings

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 2 Rehoboth Avenue - 30 Sep 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on September 30, 2024, to consider a request for variances and clarification related to a Planning Commission site plan review decision. The request concerns property at 2 Rehoboth Avenue and involves height, natural area/floor area ratio/lot coverage, parking, and loading berth regulations. The applicant, Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc., seeks variances under specific municipal code sections.

• Variance request for height regulations (Municipal Code §270-20)
• Variance request for natural area, floor area ratio, and lot coverage (§270-21)
• Variance request for minimum parking spaces (§270-35)
• Variance request for loading and unloading berths (§270-36)
• Property located in C-1 Central Commercial District at 2 Rehoboth Avenue

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 23 Sep 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024, has been cancelled due to no agenda items. Chair Laura Ritter announced the cancellation in a press release dated September 10, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will consider ordinances that would shift final site plan review authority from the Planning Commission to the Building Inspector, and set a public hearing on related zoning enforcement changes. The agenda also includes a resolution to create a task force for a mixed-use zoning ordinance, appointments to the Audit Committee, and routine reports. Several public comments oppose the proposed changes, citing transparency and due process concerns.

• Draft ordinance to amend Chapter 236, removing Planning Commission authority to interpret and enforce Chapter 270 (Zoning)
• Resolution setting a public hearing to amend Chapter 270-82, giving Building Inspector authority to interpret and enforce zoning
• Resolution to create a Task Force to develop a mixed-use zoning ordinance
• Appointments to Audit Committee: James Horty (Chair), James Little, William Perlstein
• Resolution to open bank accounts

Planning Commission Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will continue the preliminary review of the One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel site plan application, with the applicant responding to prior concerns. The commission will also hold public hearings on a minor subdivision at 801 Bayard Avenue and a lot consolidation at 704 King Charles Avenue and 19 Norfolk Street. Other business includes appointing members to a Mixed-Use Task Force and receiving the Building Inspector's report.

• Continuation of preliminary site plan review for One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel (Application No. 0523-04)
• Public hearing on minor subdivision at 801 Bayard Avenue into three 5,000 sq ft lots (Application No. 0224-03)
• Public hearing on lot consolidation at 704 King Charles Avenue & 19 Norfolk Street (Application No. 0624-04)
• Discussion and appointment of Planning Commission members to Mixed-Use Task Force
• Correspondence regarding hotel elevator stretcher access (IBC code compliance)

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Minor Subdivision for 801 Bayard Avenue - 13 Sep 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Minor Subdivision Application No. 0224-03 for the property at 801 Bayard Avenue. The proposal would divide the R-1 zoned property into three 5,000-square-foot lots. The applicant is Stellaz2 LLC, represented by Vincent G. Robertson, Esq. The hearing is scheduled for September 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in City Hall.

• Minor subdivision of 801 Bayard Avenue into three lots (Parcels A, B, C)
• Property located in R-1 Residential Zoning District
• Applicant: Stellaz2 LLC (Joseph L. Zisman & Linda E. Zisman)
• Public hearing on September 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Lot Consolidation for 704 King Charles Avenue & 19 Norfolk Street - 13 Sep 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 13, 2024, to consider Lot Consolidation Application No. 0624-04. The request, filed by attorney Vincent G. Robertson on behalf of owners Raymond & JoAnn Gomes, seeks to consolidate four lots in the R-1 Residential District. The properties are located at 704 King Charles Avenue and 19 Norfolk Street. Interested parties are invited to attend.

• Public hearing for Lot Consolidation Application No. 0624-04
• Properties: 704 King Charles Avenue & 19 Norfolk Street
• R-1 Residential Zoning District
• Lot Nos. 1, 2, 3 & 4, Block 36
• Sussex County Tax Map Parcel Nos. 334-20.06-35.00 and 334-20.06-36.00

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will discuss a proposed regional wastewater partnership with Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County, including a $20 million capacity payment offer. They will also receive a status update on the Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility project, including costs and temporary restroom expenses.

• Discuss regional wastewater partnership with Lewes BPW and Sussex County, including $20M lump sum for 5.0 MGD capacity
• Status update on Beach Patrol Headquarters/Restroom Facility, with current contract total $5,487,555
• Temporary restrooms cost $159,000, exceeding $100,000 budget
• Swearing in of Officer Devin Maciejewski
• Proclamation recognizing Ovarian Cancer Month

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting primarily to enter an executive session for legal advice regarding pending or potential litigation and to discuss documents excluded from public record. Citizen comment is scheduled, but no other business items are listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(4) for legal advice on pending/potential litigation
• Executive session under 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(6) to discuss non-public documents
• Citizen comment period

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request by property owners Jeffrey A. Raver and Matthew T. Gulick for multiple variances at 215 Philadelphia Street. The variances would allow demolition of the existing duplex and garage apartment, construction of a new single-family dwelling, and retention of an existing cottage encroaching in rear and side yard setbacks. The board will also consider approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Variance request for demolition and removal of main duplex dwelling and garage apartment (Municipal Code §270-49.1)
• Variance to allow construction of a new single-family dwelling (Municipal Code §270-23)
• Variance to allow more than one single-family detached dwelling on the property (Municipal Code §270-23.1)
• Variance to allow existing cottage encroachment to remain in rear and side yard setbacks (Municipal Code §270-25, §270-26)
• Property located at 215 Philadelphia Street, R-1 Residential District, Lot Nos. 23 & 24, Block 22

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 215 Philadelphia Street - 26 August 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2024, to consider a request for variances from property owners Jeffrey A. Raver and Matthew T. Gulick. The variances would allow demolition of the existing duplex and garage apartment, construction of a new single-family dwelling, and retention of an existing cottage encroachment in setback areas at 215 Philadelphia Street. The hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Room at City Hall.

• Variance request to demolish main duplex dwelling and garage apartment under §270-49.1
• Variance to construct a new single-family dwelling under §270-23
• Variance to allow more than one single-family detached dwelling on the property under §270-23.1
• Variance to allow existing cottage encroachment in rear and side yard setbacks under §270-25 and §270-26
• Property located at 215 Philadelphia Street, Lot Nos. 23 & 24, Block 22, Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.17-345.00

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 26 Aug 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for August 26, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. Chair Laura Ritter announced the cancellation in a press release.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Rehoboth Beach Commissioners, held primarily to enter executive session for two purposes: to discuss strategy and legal advice regarding potential litigation, and to discuss personnel matters involving individual employees. The agenda includes only these closed-session items, along with citizen comment and adjournment, so no public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive session for strategy and legal advice on potential litigation (29 Del.C. §10004(b)(4))
• Executive session for personnel matters (29 Del.C. §10004(b)(9))

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: considering the appointment of Mark Saunders to the Board of Adjustment. No other business is listed.

• Consider appointment of Mark Saunders to the Board of Adjustment

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to Chapter 270 regarding basement definitions and gross floor area exemptions, plus an ordinance to restrict trailer parking (Chapter 92, Section 38). They will also discuss awarding a $637,665.05 street paving and watermain replacement contract, adopting a fund balance policy, creating a mixed-use zoning task force, and forming a police advisory committee. The agenda includes numerous public comments, mostly supporting the trailer restrictions.

• Public hearing on Chapter 270 amendments re: basement definitions and gross floor area exemptions
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 92, Section 38 restricting parking/storing of vehicles and trailers
• Consider awarding $637,665.05 street paving and watermain replacement contract to Mumford and Miller
• Resolution to set public hearing on trailer-related amendments to Chapter 270 (Sections 270-4 and 270-39)
• Presentation on creating a Police Advisory Committee

Board of Elections Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Elections is meeting to certify the results of the municipal election held that day and order the announcement of the results. The agenda includes routine items such as calling the meeting to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. This is a procedural meeting focused on finalizing election outcomes.

• Certify municipal election results and order announcement by Inspector of Elections
• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 9, 2024, to continue the preliminary review of a site plan for a proposed 4-story hotel and retail complex at 1 Rehoboth Avenue, and to begin preliminary review of a minor subdivision application for 801 Bayard Avenue. The commission will also hear citizen comment and receive the Building Inspector's report. The agenda includes correspondence from a neighbor expressing concerns about the Bayard Avenue subdivision.

• Continuation of preliminary site plan review for One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel (Application No. 0523-04), a 4-story mixed-use building with 58,341 sq ft and 61 underground parking spaces
• Preliminary review of Minor Subdivision Application No. 0224-03 for 801 Bayard Avenue, proposing to divide the property into three 5,000 sq ft lots
• Correspondence from Bill Cook, 807 Bayard Avenue, regarding concerns about the 801 Bayard Avenue subdivision
• Building Inspector's Report and Code Enforcement Report for July 2024

Planning Commission Continuation of Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 1 Rehoboth Avenue - 09 Aug 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a continuation of the preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0523-04 for the One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel at 1 Rehoboth Avenue. The applicant seeks approval for a site plan in the C-1 Commercial District. This is a continuation of a prior review, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Continuation of preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0523-04
• Property located at 1 Rehoboth Avenue, including parcels on Surf Avenue and Rehoboth Avenue
• Applicant: Rehoboth Avenue LLC, represented by Vincent G. Robertson, Esq.

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Minor Subdivision for 801 Bayard Avenue - 09 Aug 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of Minor Subdivision Application No. 0224-03 for the property at 801 Bayard Avenue. The proposal would divide the R-1 zoned property into three 5,000-square-foot lots. The applicant is Stellaz2 LLC, represented by Vincent G. Robertson, Esq. The meeting is open to the public.

• Minor subdivision application for 801 Bayard Avenue (Lot Nos. 32-37, Block 15)
• Proposed creation of three 5,000 sq ft lots (Parcels A, B, C)
• Property in R-1 Residential Zoning District
• Requested by Joseph L. Zisman & Linda E. Zisman of Stellaz2 LLC

Board of Elections Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Board of Elections is meeting to handle administrative tasks for the upcoming August 10, 2024 municipal election. They will appoint absentee judges, set a date and time to open absentee ballots, and announce a post-election certification meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Appointment of absentee judges for the August 10, 2024 election
• Set date and time to open absentee ballots
• Announce meeting to certify election results on August 10, 2024
• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2023 meeting

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Mayor and Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including minor grammatical edits to a draft ordinance on basement definitions and regulations, a review of the city's fund balance policy, a draft process for mixed-use zoning, and proposed restrictions on parking vehicles and trailers. The meeting also includes public correspondence on these topics.

• Review of draft ordinance amending Chapter 270 on basement definitions and gross floor exemption
• Discussion of city Fund Balance and Net Position Policy
• Discussion of a draft workplan for a mixed-use zoning ordinance
• Discussion of amendments to Chapter 92, Section 38 on parking restrictions for vehicles and trailers

Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission is holding an administrative appeal hearing on a request to remove twelve heritage linden trees from St. Edmund's Church property at 409 King Charles Avenue. The City Arborist's report found the trees healthy with low risk, and three residents submitted letters opposing removal. The Commission will decide whether to uphold or overturn the denial of the tree removal permit.

• Appeal Hearing No. 0624-01: removal of 12 heritage trees at 409 King Charles Avenue
• Letters opposing removal from Lorrie Their (102 Laurel St.), Elise Burns (130 Henlopen Ave.), and Clifton Hilderley (402 Bayard Ave.)
• Consulting Arborist's report rates trees 'Good' to 'Excellent' with low risk
• Applicant: Phillip Jackson of Jackson's Tree Care on behalf of Rev. William Cocco

Parks & Shade Tree Commission Administrative Appeal Hearing for 409 King Charles Avenue - 22 Jul 2024 - Public Notice

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission will hold an administrative appeal hearing on July 22, 2024, regarding a request to remove twelve heritage trees at 409 King Charles Avenue. The appeal was filed by Phillip Jackson of Jackson's Tree Care on behalf of Rev. William Cocco, owner of St. Edmund's Church. The hearing is pursuant to Section 253-30 of the Municipal Code.

• Appeal hearing for removal of 12 heritage trees
• Property: 409 King Charles Avenue
• Requested by Phillip Jackson (Jackson's Tree Care) for Rev. William Cocco (St. Edmund's Church)
• Hearing at City Hall, 229 Rehoboth Avenue, 10:00 a.m.

Cancellation of Board of Adjustment Meeting - 22 Jul 2024 - Press Release

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 22, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. Chair Barry Brandt announced the cancellation in a press release dated July 12, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a floor plan modification for Semra's Mediterranean Grill, followed by discussions on removing Deauville Beach parking, concession, and smoking rules, approving change orders for the Beach Patrol/Public Restroom project, and setting a public hearing on basement height definitions. They will also consider a license agreement for an awning at Beach Boutique and receive departmental and financial reports.

• Public hearing on Permit of Compliance for Semra's Mediterranean Grill at 19 Rehoboth Avenue to modify floor plan
• Ordinance to remove parking, beach concession, and smoking regulations for Deauville Beach
• Change orders for Rehoboth Beach Patrol/Public Restroom facility project
• Resolution to set public hearing on basement height and definition amendments to zoning code
• License agreement for awning encroaching over public space at 31 Rehoboth Avenue (Beach Boutique)

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners are holding a special meeting primarily to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically the names, competency, and abilities of individual employees, as permitted by Delaware law. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, the executive session, citizen comment, and adjournment.

• Executive session for personnel matters under 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(9)
• Citizen comment period
• Special meeting at City Hall, 229 Rehoboth Avenue, July 19, 2024, 9:00 a.m.

Mayor & Commissioners Permit of Compliance Hearing for 19 Rehoboth Avenue - 19 Jul 2024 - Public Notice

The Rehoboth Beach Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on a Permit of Compliance request by John Tekmen of Goker LLC to modify the floor plan of Semra's Mediterranean Grill, an existing restaurant serving alcohol at 19 Rehoboth Avenue. The request is made under City Code Section 215-11. The hearing is scheduled for July 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in City Hall.

• Permit of Compliance request for floor plan modification at Semra's Mediterranean Grill, 19 Rehoboth Avenue
• Applicant: John Tekmen of Goker LLC
• Pursuant to Municipal Code Section 215-11 – Modifications of Floor Plan
• Public hearing on July 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in Commissioners Room, City Hall

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing and possible vote regarding the Belhaven Hotel site plan review at 2 Rehoboth Avenue. The meeting will also include a report from the Building Inspector regarding June 2024 activities.

• Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05 for Belhaven Hotel at 2 Rehoboth Avenue
• Building & Licensing Department and Code Enforcement reports for June 2024
• Review of commercial and residential permit data for the month of June

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission is convening a special meeting for the purpose of an executive session. This session is intended for a strategy session involving legal advice or opinion regarding potential litigation.

• Executive Session for legal strategy and attorney advice
• Discussion of potential litigation

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05 for the Belhaven Hotel. The hearing concerns the property located at 2 Rehoboth Avenue, spanning multiple lots on Rehoboth Avenue, Wilmington Avenue, Surf Avenue, and Sussex County Tax Map Parcels.

• Continuation of Public Hearing for Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05
• Belhaven Hotel project at 2 Rehoboth Avenue
• Review of property in C-1 Central Commercial District

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposal from the Lewes Board of Public Works and Sussex County regarding a regional wastewater partnership. The meeting also includes discussions on non-habitable basement regulations and the status of the Rehoboth Beach Patrol/Restroom Facility project.

• Presentation on a three-way regional wastewater partnership involving Lewes BPW and Sussex County
• Discussion on non-habitable basement regulations and potential City Code changes
• Proposal to replace five existing advisory committees with a single 'generalist' committee
• Status update on the Rehoboth Beach Patrol/Restroom Facility project and change orders
• Discussion regarding a new Strategic Plan proposal

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the City Manager's contract and compensation package. The meeting follows a Delaware Attorney General opinion finding the City violated FOIA by discussing these terms in executive session. The Board will consider ratifying the previous vote to approve the contract.

• Discussion of City Manager agreement and compensation package
• Ratification of the vote to approve the City Manager's contract
• Review of Attorney General Opinion No. 24-IB26 regarding FOIA violations

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 107 Scarborough Avenue - 24 Jun 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding requests for variances at 107 Scarborough Avenue. The request seeks to allow the continued existence of an unpermitted patio and other structures located within required yard areas.

• Public hearing for variances to City Code §270-21(A), §270-21(C), §270-42, and §270-82
• Request to allow unpermitted patio and prohibited structures in required yard areas
• Property located in R-1 Residential District at 107 Scarborough Avenue

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 301 Scarborough Avenue - 24 Jun 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request from property owners Erin and Tony Talbert. The request seeks a variance to City Code §270-43(A) to allow a fence taller than 42 inches to be relocated to a front yard area.

• Variance request for 301 Scarborough Avenue
• Relocation of a fence exceeding 42 inches in height to a front yard

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will review two new business cases regarding property variances. These include requests for unpermitted structures and fence relocations in the R-1 Residential District.

• Variance request for 107 Scarborough Avenue to allow an unpermitted patio and other structures in required yard areas
• Variance request for 301 Scarborough Avenue to permit relocating a fence exceeding 42 inches in height to a front yard area

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 24 Jun 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to set the real estate tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a new restaurant permit and proposed ordinances to change regulations at Deauville Beach.

• Setting the City's Real Estate Tax Rate for July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025
• Public hearing for 'Baja Bob's' restaurant permit at 101 South Boardwalk
• Ordinance to remove Deauville Beach rules regarding parking, concessions, and smoking
• Appointment of Election Officers for the August 10, 2024, municipal election
• Review of April-May 2024 budget report and street aid expenditures

Mayor & Commissioners Permit of Compliance Hearing for 101 South Boardwalk - 21 Jun 2024 - Public Notice

The Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing to determine a Permit of Compliance request. The request is for a new restaurant named "Baja Bob's" that would serve alcoholic beverages.

• Permit of Compliance request for "Baja Bob's" restaurant
• Proposed restaurant location at 101 South Boardwalk
• Request to serve alcoholic beverages

Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee Meeting

The Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee will discuss potential future activities and events. These proposals will be presented to the Board of Commissioners at a future Workshop Meeting for consideration.

• Discussion of possible future Committee activities and events

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss setting the real estate tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes discussions on a potential regional wastewater partnership with Lewes and Sussex County, proposed changes to the city's fee schedule, and updates to Deauville Beach regulations.

• Discussion of the Real Estate Tax Rate for July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025
• Proposed three-way regional wastewater partnership with Lewes BPW and Sussex County
• Review of the city's draft Schedule of Fees
• Discussion of an ordinance to amend parking, smoking, and beach concession rules at Deauville Beach
• Discussion regarding non-habitable basement regulations

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct preliminary discussions regarding the sale or lease of real property. This session is being held in executive session as permitted by 29 Del.C. §10004(b)(2).

• Executive Session: preliminary discussion on sales or leases of real property

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Site Plan Review for 2 Rehoboth Avenue - 07 Jun 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05 for the Belhaven Hotel. The application was requested by John N. Papajohn of Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc. for property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District.

• Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05 (Belhaven Hotel)
• Public hearing for property at 2 Rehoboth Avenue
• Review of property in C-1 Central Commercial District

Planning Commission Public Hearing for Lot Consolidation of 511 Stockley Street Extended - 07 Jun 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Lot Consolidation Application No. 0224-02. The application was requested by property owners John and Lisa McMahon for a property located in the R-1 Residential District.

• Public hearing for Lot Consolidation Application No. 0224-02
• Lot consolidation for 511 Stockley Street Extended
• Consolidation of Lot No. 15 and Lot Nos. 16, 17 & 18 in Block Schoolvue A

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a site plan review for the Belhaven Hotel at 2 Rehoboth Avenue and a lot consolidation request for 511 Stockley Street Extended. The commission will also review correspondence regarding the Schoolvue Binding Covenant and the Belhaven Hotel project.

• Public Hearing: Site Plan Review for Belhaven Hotel at 2 Rehoboth Avenue
• Public Hearing: Lot Consolidation for 511 Stockley Street Extended
• Review of correspondence regarding Schoolvue Binding Covenant and Map
• Review of correspondence for Belhaven Hotel Project Public Hearing
• Building Inspector's Report for May 2024

Board of Adjustment Special Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will hold a continuation of a hearing regarding a variance request for 101 South Boardwalk. The request seeks to allow a second restaurant occupancy in an existing building, which would result in 1,006 square feet over the allowable limit for seated dining and bar areas.

• Variance request for Case No. 0424-04 at 101 South Boardwalk
• Request to exceed aggregate dining and bar area limits by 1,006 square feet
• Property located in the C-1 Commercial District (Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.18-38.00)

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board will consider a continuation of a variance request for a residential project at 53 Sussex Street. They will also hear a new request for a second restaurant occupancy at 101 South Boardwalk.

• Variance request for 53 Sussex Street to allow a 293 square foot increase over allowable FAR
• Variance request for 101 South Boardwalk to allow a second restaurant occupancy of 1,006 square feet
• Approval of minutes from February 26, March 25, and April 29, 2024

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 101 South Boardwalk - 20 May 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for the property at 101 South Boardwalk. The request seeks to allow a second restaurant occupancy in an existing building. This would result in a total of 1,006 square feet over the allowable 2,500 square feet for permanent seated dining and bar areas.

• Variance request for 101 South Boardwalk (Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.18-38.00)
• Request to exceed allowable dining/bar area by 1,006 square feet
• Public hearing for second restaurant occupancy in one existing building

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 20 May 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss amending restaurant regulations regarding floor plan modifications and 'substantial modifications.' The board will also discuss establishing a formal process for requesting changes to zoning designations.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 215 regarding restaurant floor plan modifications
• Discussion of a new process for requests for changes in zoning designations
• Swearing in of Code Enforcement Officers Scot Cantalupo and Amanda Pombo
• Proclamation recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month
• Review of April 2024 Alderman Court statistical report

Boardwalk & Beach Committee Meeting

The Boardwalk & Beach Committee will discuss summer season readiness and the status of the Baltimore Avenue restroom reconstruction. The committee will also review cell phone design standards and offshore windfarm projects.

• Summer 2024 boardwalk and beach readiness (recycling, handicap access, beach mats, and staffing)
• Reconstruction status of the Rehoboth Beach Patrol/public restroom facility on Baltimore Avenue
• Review of cell phone standards for Boardwalk and Buffer Design Zones
• Status of offshore windfarm projects near Rehoboth Beach
• Discussion of historical designation status for the Boardwalk

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss documents excluded from the definition of public record under the Freedom of Information Act.

• Executive Session regarding FOIA-excluded documents

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Partitioning for 10 Columbia Avenue - 10 May 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Partitioning Application No. 0224-01. The application concerns the partitioning of property located at 10 Columbia Avenue in the R-1 Residential Zoning District.

• Public Hearing for Partitioning Application No. 0224-01
• Partitioning of Lot Nos. 10 & 12, Block - Columbia Avenue
• Property located at 10 Columbia Avenue (Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.09-161.00)

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Site Plan Review for 417 Rehoboth Avenue - 10 May 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-03. The application concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 417 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-03 for 417 Rehoboth Avenue
• Public hearing for property in C-1 Central Commercial District

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Site Plan Review for 415 Rehoboth Avenue - 10 May 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-02. The application concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 415 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-02 for 415 Rehoboth Avenue
• Public hearing for Lot No. 139, Block - Rehoboth Avenue

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Site Plan Review for 413 Rehoboth Avenue - 10 May 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-01. The matter concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 413 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Site Plan Review for 413 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot No. 137, Block - Rehoboth Avenue)
• Public hearing for Application No. 0323-01

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several property developments. This includes a continuation of a partitioning request for 54 Kent Street and new requests for 10 Columbia Avenue and site plan reviews for 413, 415, and 417 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Partitioning request for 54 Kent Street (Lot Nos. 52 & 54)
• Partitioning request for 10 Columbia Avenue (Lot Nos. 10 & 12)
• Site plan review for 413 Rehoboth Avenue (Drifting Seas LLC)
• Site plan review for 415 Rehoboth Avenue (Summer Surf LLC)
• Site plan review for 417 Rehoboth Avenue (Rehoboth Tides LLC)

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission is continuing its preliminary review of the Belhaven Hotel site plan application for 2 Rehoboth Avenue. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the underpinning of adjacent properties and addresses concerns regarding structural stability and subsidence risks.

• Continuation of Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05 for Belhaven Hotel
• Presentation by Dr. Michael Trahos regarding underpinning of adjacent properties
• Correspondence from Alyson Blythe regarding structural integrity and biohazard concerns
• Request for lot consolidation of three tracts owned by Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc.
• Review of excavation and underpinning documents from Tadjer-Cohen-Edelson Associates Inc.

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is for preliminary discussions regarding the sale or lease of real property and personnel matters.

• Executive Session: preliminary discussion on sales or leases of real property
• Executive Session: discussion of personnel matters

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter and various city codes. The session includes discussions on restaurant modification definitions, land subdivision recommendations, and the potential consolidation of advisory committees.

• Discussion of amendments to Chapter 215 regarding the definition of 'Substantially Modify' for restaurants
• Proposed City Charter amendments including City Manager roles, tax assessment, and enumeration of powers
• Planning Commission recommendations regarding Chapter 236 (Subdivision of Land) and Chapter 270 (Zoning)
• Proposal to sunset five existing advisory committees and replace them with one 'generalist' committee
• Discussion on the conversion of non-habitable basements into finished spaces

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance for the Coast Hotel to increase its floor area ratio to accommodate 10 additional rooms. Additionally, a variance request for a property at 53 Sussex Street regarding floor area ratio will be reviewed.

• Variance request for Coast Hotel (123 Second Street) to increase FAR from 2.24 to 2.89
• Variance request for 53 Sussex Street to allow a 293 square foot increase over allowable FAR
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024, and March 25, 2024

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 53 Sussex Street - 29 Apr 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a variance at 53 Sussex Street. The request seeks to increase the area by 293 square feet over the allowable Floor Area Ratio (FAR).

• Public hearing for variance request at 53 Sussex Street
• Request to increase area by 293 square feet over allowable FAR
• Property located in R-1 Residential District, Lot No. 53, Block - Sussex Street

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 22 Apr 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for April 22, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several legislative updates, including proposed amendments to the City Charter and restaurant definitions. The meeting also includes discussions on electronic device penalties while driving and potential changes to library land deed restrictions.

• Proposed ordinance regarding penalties for using electronic communication devices while driving
• Discussion of modifying deed restrictions for Rehoboth Beach Public Library land
• Proposed amendments to City Charter sections regarding the City Manager and tax assessment
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 215 regarding restaurant definitions
• License agreement for an awning encroachment at 123 Second Street (Coast Hotel)

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is convening a special meeting for an executive session. The purpose of this session is to conduct preliminary discussions regarding the sale or lease of real property.

• Executive Session regarding sales or leases of real property

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission is continuing its preliminary review of a site plan for a proposed 92-room hotel, restaurant, and retail complex. The project includes the demolition of existing structures and the addition of 94 underground parking spaces. An adjacent property owner has submitted correspondence expressing concerns regarding the water table and potential sinkhole risks during construction.

• Preliminary Site Plan Review for Belhaven Hotel (Application No. 1221-05)
• Proposed 4-story mixed-use development at 2 Rehoboth Avenue
• Proposed 114,394 sq. ft. building including a 92-room hotel and retail shops
• Proposed underground parking garage with 94 spaces
• Correspondence from Dr. Michael Trahos regarding subterranean water table risks

Planning Commission Continuation of Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 2 Rehoboth Avenue - 12 Apr 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a continuation of the preliminary review for the Belhaven Hotel site plan application. The property is located at 2 Rehoboth Avenue within the C-1 Central Commercial District. The meeting was requested by the property owner, Belhaven Hotel Investments Inc.

• Continuation of Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review Application No. 1221-05
• Site plan review for Belhaven Hotel at 2 Rehoboth Avenue

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct preliminary reviews for three site plan applications on Rehoboth Avenue. The proposals involve developing mixed-use structures in the C-1 Central Commercial District.

• Preliminary review of site plan for 413 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot 137)
• Preliminary review of site plan for 415 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot 139)
• Preliminary review of site plan for 417 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot 141)
• Proposed 3-story mixed-use building at 413 Rehoboth Avenue with commercial ground floor and one residential apartment

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 413 Rehoboth Avenue - 11 Apr 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-01. The application concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 413 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-01
• Site plan for 413 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot No. 137, Block - Rehoboth Avenue)

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 417 Rehoboth Avenue - 11 Apr 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-03. The application concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 417 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-03
• Site plan for 417 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot No. 141, Block - Rehoboth Avenue)
• Property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 415 Rehoboth Avenue - 11 Apr 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-02. The application concerns a property located in the C-1 Central Commercial District at 415 Rehoboth Avenue.

• Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0323-02
• Site plan review for 415 Rehoboth Avenue (Lot No. 139, Block Rehoboth Avenue)

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution to appoint a City Manager. The meeting may include an executive session to discuss personnel matters and preliminary discussions regarding the sale or lease of real property.

• Resolution to appoint a City Manager
• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Executive session regarding sales or leases of real property

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review a presentation on the Traffic & Transportation Study and discuss modifying deed restrictions for the Rehoboth Beach Public Library. Other discussion items include committee restructuring, draft grant agreements, and a holistic review of City fees.

• Presentation by Rossi Group on the Traffic & Transportation Study
• Discussion of deed restriction modifications for Rehoboth Beach Public Library land
• Proposal to replace five advisory committees with a single 'generalist' committee
• Discussion of draft grant agreements for the Volunteer Fire Company and Historical Society
• Review of the City's Schedule of Fees and a holistic fee review

Board of Adjustment Variance Hearing for 123 Second Street - 25 Mar 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request to increase the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for the Coast Hotel. The proposal seeks to change the FAR from 2.24 to 2.89 to allow for 10 additional hotel rooms.

• Variance request for 123 Second Street (Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.17-96.00)
• Proposal to increase FAR from 2.24 to 2.89
• Request to accommodate 10 additional hotel rooms at Coast Hotel

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to ratify the decision to adopt the FY2025 City Budget to correct an inadvertent error. The Board will also hold an executive session to discuss City Manager candidate qualifications, interviews, and employment agreements.

• Ratification of the FY2025 City Budget (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025)
• Executive session regarding City Manager employment and candidate interviews
• Proposed property tax rate adjustment ($0.0775 per hundred)
• Proposed parking meter rate increase to $4.00
• Proposed rental tax increase from 6% to 7%

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for the Coast Hotel located in the C-1 Commercial District. The request seeks to increase the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) from 2.24 to 2.89 to accommodate 10 additional hotel rooms.

• Variance request for Coast Hotel at 123 Second Street to increase FAR from 2.24 to 2.89
• Case No. 1123-11 regarding 10 additional hotel rooms

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission - 25 Mar 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss and interview individual candidates for the City Manager role.

• Executive Session to discuss City Manager candidate qualifications
• Individual interviews of City Manager candidates

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider the draft FY2025 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program. Discussion items include amending sewer service ordinances, adjusting parking citation appeal timeframes, and updating personnel code regarding leave and drug testing.

• FY2025 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 220 Section 27 regarding sewer service charges
• Resolution to adjust parking citation appeal timeframe from 30 days to 7 days
• Amendments to Chapter 46 Personnel code regarding sick leave and bereavement
• Approval of March 2024 Street Aid Expenditures totaling $12,554.93

Mayor & Commissioners Special Budget Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the draft FY2025 Annual Budget and the Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes discussions on potential revenue adjustments, expenses, and community contributions.

• Discussion of draft FY2025 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion of potential contributions to Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company
• Discussion of potential contributions to Rehoboth Beach Historical Society/Museum
• Discussion of potential contributions to Rehoboth Beach Public Library
• Discussion of potential contributions to Rehoboth Beach Main Street

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss the qualifications of individual candidates for the position of Rehoboth Beach City Manager.

• Executive Session regarding City Manager candidate qualifications

Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee Meeting

The Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee will meet to review minutes from the February 9, 2024, meeting. Bill McAvoy, a botanist with the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife, will give a presentation on using sedges and grass-like plants as alternatives to lawns.

• Presentation on using sedges and grass-like plants as lawn alternatives by Bill McAvoy (DNREC)
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2024, meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding lot consolidation and partitioning requests for properties in the R-1 Residential Zoning District. The commission will also conduct a preliminary review for a partitioning request on Columbia Avenue.

• Public hearing for lot consolidation and partitioning at 6 Saint Lawrence Street
• Public hearing for partitioning application at 40 Park Avenue
• Public hearing for partitioning application at 54 Kent Street
• Preliminary review of partitioning application at 10 Columbia Avenue
• Building and Licensing Department and Code Enforcement Report for February 2024

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Partitioning for 54 Kent Street - 08 Mar 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Partitioning Application No. 1223-08. The application concerns the partitioning of property located at 54 Kent Street in the R-1 Residential Zoning District.

• Public hearing for Partitioning Application No. 1223-08
• Partitioning of Lot Nos. 52 & 54, Block - Kent Street
• Property located at 54 Kent Street (Sussex County Tax Map Parcel No. 334-14.17-43.00)

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Partitioning for 10 Columbia Avenue - 08 Mar 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of Partitioning Application No. 0224-01. The application concerns the partitioning of property located at 10 Columbia Avenue within the R-1 Residential Zoning District.

• Partitioning Application No. 0224-01 for 10 Columbia Avenue
• Review of Lot Nos. 10 & 12, Block - Columbia Avenue
• Property located in the R-1 Residential Zoning District

Planning Commission Public Hearing of Partitioning for 40 Park Avenue - 08 Mar 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Partitioning Application No. 1123-07. The application concerns the partitioning of Lots U & V, Block - Park Avenue, located in the R-1 Residential Zoning District.

• Public hearing for Partitioning Application No. 1123-07
• Partitioning of property at 40 Park Avenue (Lots U & V, Block - Park Avenue)
• Property located in the R-1 Residential Zoning District

Planning Commission Public Hearing for Lot Consolidation and Partitioning for 6 Saint Lawrence Street - 08 Mar 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Application No. 1023-06. The request involves the consolidation and partitioning of Lot Nos. 18, 19, 20, and 21 in the R-1 Residential Zoning District.

• Lot Consolidation and Partitioning Application No. 1023-06
• Property located at 6 Saint Lawrence Street
• Partitioning of Lot Nos. 18, 19, 20 & 21, Block No. 33

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing proposals to update basement definitions and floor area rules to align with building codes. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Lake Gerar fishing pier replacement and discussions on personnel code amendments.

• Presentation on the $200,000 base bid replacement for the VIA Children's Fishing Pier
• Discussion on converting non-habitable basements into finished spaces
• Proposed zoning change for 60 Sussex Street from R-2 to C-1
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 46 regarding personnel, sick leave, and bereavement
• Discussion on reducing the parking citation appeal timeframe from 30 days to 7 days

Mayor & Commissioners Special Budget Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the draft FY2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program. Discussions include potential revenue increases for property taxes and wastewater rates, as well as a draft Fund Balance Policy.

• Proposed property tax increase of $0.085 per hundred
• Proposed wastewater metered sewer rate increase from $14.70 to $17.79 or $18.81
• Proposed parking meter rate increase to $4.00
• Proposed rental tax increase from 6% to 7%
• Proposed 30% increase in parking permits

Board of Adjustment Appeal/Variance Hearing for 204 Philadelphia Street - 26 Feb 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Building Inspector decision. The matter concerns requests to permit the demolition and reconstruction of one of two dwellings on the property or to grant variances from the Municipal Code.

• Appeal of Building Inspector decision regarding §270-49.1 and §270-23
• Request to demolish and reconstruct one of two dwellings at 204 Philadelphia Street
• Variance request for R-1 Residential District property (Lot Nos. 28 & 29, Block No. 21)

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two property cases. The first involves a request for variances to allow for sidewalks and an unpermitted patio at 347 Hickman Street. The second involves an appeal to permit the demolition and reconstruction of one of two dwellings at 204 Philadelphia Street.

• Variance request for 347 Hickman Street regarding side yard setbacks and an unpermitted patio
• Appeal and variance request for 204 Philadelphia Street regarding demolition and dwelling limits
• Correspondence received in support of the 204 Philadelphia Street appeal from multiple neighbors

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 26 Feb 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for February 26, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment Appeal & Variance Hearing for 347 Hickman Street - 26 Feb 2024 - Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal and variance requests for 347 Hickman Street. The owner is seeking to install sidewalks in a natural area and to permit an unpermitted patio within the side yard setback.

• Appeal of Building Inspector decision regarding Natural Area (§270-21(A))
• Variance request for Side Yards (§270-26(A))
• Variance request regarding enforcement of Chapter (§270-82) for an unpermitted patio
• Sidewalk installation request at 347 Hickman Street

Mayor & Commissioners Special Budget Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the draft FY2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program. Discussions include potential adjustments to property taxes, parking fees, rental taxes, and wastewater rates.

• Proposed property tax increase of $0.085 per hundred
• Proposed increase of parking meter rates to $3.75
• Proposed 20% increase for parking permits
• Proposed rental tax increase from 6% to 7%
• Proposed wastewater metered sewer rate increase from $14.70 to $17.79

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a patio permit for Summer House at 228 Rehoboth Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on modifying deed restrictions for the Rehoboth Beach Public Library and proposed changes to outdoor dining design manuals and restaurant ordinances.

• Public hearing for Summer House Rehoboth LLC outdoor dining patio at 228 Rehoboth Avenue
• Request to modify deed restrictions for Rehoboth Beach Public Library land
• Proposed changes to the outdoor dining design manual and Chapter 215 restaurant ordinances
• Potential appointment of Tyler Technologies as City Tax Assessor
• Consideration of revenue source changes including parking fees and wastewater rates

Mayor & Commissioners Supplemental Permit of Compliance for 230 Rehoboth Avenue - 16 Feb 2024 - Public Notice

The Mayor and Commissioners will hold a public hearing to determine a Supplemental Permit of Compliance request. The request is from Summer House Rehoboth LLC to operate a dining patio that serves alcoholic beverages on private space.

• Public hearing for Supplemental Permit of Compliance at 228 & 230 Rehoboth Avenue
• Request to operate a dining patio serving alcoholic beverages

Trees & Green Infrastructure Committee Meeting

The committee will review updates on the Commemorative Tree Program, tree mapping projects, and the Ivy Eradication Project at Deauville Beach. Members will also discuss preparations for a March 8 lecture series and a proposed committee reassignment.

• Update on Commemorative Tree Program activity through December 31, 2023
• Update on Tree Tour/Tree Mapping projects
• Update on Ivy Eradication Project at Deauville Beach
• Discussion of March 8, 2024, Lecture Series preparation
• Discussion of proposed committee reassignment

Cancellation of Planning Commission Meeting - 09 Feb 2024 - Press Release

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 9, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Michael Bryan stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items ready for consideration.

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposal to replace five existing advisory committees with a single generalist committee. Other agenda items include a new parking program at Deauville Beach and potential changes to outdoor dining regulations.

• Discussion of a new parking meter program at Deauville Beach
• Proposal to replace five advisory committees with one 'generalist' committee
• Review of outdoor dining design manuals and license applications
• Discussion of appointing Tyler Technologies as City Tax Assessor
• Proposed ordinance to update motor vehicle insurance penalties

Mayor & Commissioners Special Budget Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners met to discuss the draft FY2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program. The session included presentations from agencies seeking city contributions and a review of proposed revenue and expense adjustments.

• Rehoboth Beach Public Library presentation requesting $75,000 in city support
• Proposed $850,000 increase in property taxes
• Proposed increase in rental tax from 6% to 7%
• Proposed increase in parking meter rates to $3.50
• Proposed wastewater metered sewer rate increase from $14.70 to $17.79

Cancellation of Board of Adjustment Meeting - 22 Jan 2024 - Press Release

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 22, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Barry Brandt stated the cancellation is due to the seven-day agenda posting requirement not being met.

• Cancellation of the January 22, 2024, Board of Adjustment meeting

Cancellation of Parks & Shade Tree Commission Meeting - 22 Jan 2024 - Press Release

The Parks & Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for January 22, 2024, has been cancelled. Chair Laura Ritter stated the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Mayor & Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a potential $2 million community benefits agreement with U.S. Wind Inc. and consider several amendments to the Municipal Code regarding parking. Other items include a public hearing for a restaurant floor plan modification and a presentation on a compensation study.

• U.S. Wind Community Benefits Agreement involving $2 million in annual payments over 20 years
• Public hearing for Cooter Browns Southern Kitchen & Bourbon Bar floor plan and patio modification at 70 Rehoboth Avenue
• Ordinance to increase parallel parking citations from $15 to $50
• Ordinance to amend various parking, meter, and motor scooter permit codes
• Salary.com presentation on Classification and Compensation Study

Mayor & Commissioners Special Budget Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will introduce and discuss the draft FY2025 budget and Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes presentations from agencies seeking city contributions and grant assistance.

• FY2025 draft budget and Capital Improvement Program discussion
• Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company $200,000 grant request for operational support
• Rehoboth Beach Public Library grant application discussion
• Rehoboth Beach Main Street grant application discussion
• Rehoboth Beach Historical Society/Museum grant application discussion

Mayor & Commissioners Permit of Compliance & Supplemental Permit of Compliance Hearing for 70 Rehoboth Avenue Suite 210 - 19 Jan 2024 - Public Notice

The Mayor & Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding permit requests for Cooter Browns Southern Kitchen & Bourbon Bar. The requests involve a liquor license transfer, a floor plan modification, and the operation of an outdoor dining patio at 70 Rehoboth Avenue Suite 210.

• Liquor license transfer request by Marcos Lopez of MBA Hospitality Group LLC
• Amended Permit of Compliance for floor plan modification
• Amended Supplemental Permit of Compliance for an outdoor dining patio
• Public hearing for 70 Rehoboth Avenue Suite 210

Planning Commission Lot Consolidation Public Hearing for 2228 & 230 Rehoboth Avenue - 12 Jan 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to consolidate two lots. The properties are located in the C-1 Zoning District at 228 and 230 Rehoboth Avenue. The request was submitted by Summer House Rehoboth LLC.

• Lot Consolidation No. 0823-05
• Public hearing for 228 & 230 Rehoboth Avenue
• Consolidation of Sussex County Tax Map Parcels 334-14.17-320.00 and 334-14.17-321.00

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a lot consolidation request for properties at 228 and 230 Rehoboth Avenue. The commission will also conduct a preliminary review of a site plan for the One Rehoboth Avenue hotel development. Additionally, members will consider potential amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 236 and 270.

• Public hearing for lot consolidation of 228 & 230 Rehoboth Avenue
• Preliminary site plan review for One Rehoboth Avenue hotel
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 236 and 270
• December 2023 Building Inspector's Report

Planning Commission Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review for 1 Rehoboth Avenue - 12 Jan 2024 - Public Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a preliminary review of a site plan application for a hotel project. The property is located at 1 Rehoboth Avenue within the C-1 Zoning District. The request was submitted by legal counsel on behalf of the property owner, Rehoboth Avenue LLC.

• Preliminary Review of Site Plan Review Application No. 0523-04
• Proposed hotel at 1 Rehoboth Avenue
• Property located in C-1 Zoning District

Personnel Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss proposed changes to the Municipal Code regarding sick leave, bereavement, and health insurance. Members will also receive updates on the classification and compensation study and recruitment efforts.

• Proposed amendment to §46-18(A)(1) regarding sick leave for spouses or children
• Proposed amendment to §46-20(B) adding bereavement leave for in-laws
• Proposed clarification that the City covers 80% of health insurance premiums
• Proposed update to the City's Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Discussion of the Delaware Paid Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss initial recommendations from the Rossi Group regarding parking and traffic safety. The meeting also covers miscellaneous parking topics proposed by the Parking Department, including permit changes and new parking programs.

• Bicycle/pedestrian pilot project on King Charles Avenue
• Proposed new parking program for the Deauville Beach parking lot
• Proposal to eliminate the Scooter Parking Permit application
• Proposal to consolidate weekday and weekend daily permits into one permit
• Proposed amendment to prohibit parking on Scarborough Avenue medians

Mayor & Commissioners Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is for discussing personnel matters and documents excluded from public record under FOIA.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters
• Discussion of documents excluded from public record

Mayor & Commissioners Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several municipal matters, including a lease renewal for Deauville Beach and a potential $2 million community benefits agreement with U.S. Wind Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on outdoor dining regulations, parking fine adjustments, and advisory committee restructuring.

• Renewal of DNREC lease for Deauville Beach
• Potential $2 million, 20-year Community Benefits Agreement with U.S. Wind Inc.
• Proposed increase of parallel parking citation from $15 to $50
• Proposed adjustment of overtime parking citations from $30 to $15 if paid within 7 days
• Review of outdoor dining design manual and restaurant municipal code