Palm Beach, FL

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review proposed changes to parking and loading regulations and to the R-B zoning district regulations, and will receive an update on edits to Ordinance No. 022-2026 regarding commercial district regulations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Update on edits to Ordinance No. 022-2026 Commercial District Regulations
• Review of proposed changes to Parking and Loading Regulations
• Review of proposed changes to R-B Zoning District Regulations
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2026 meeting

Other

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

The Palm Beach Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on 13 zoning applications, including special exceptions for restaurant expansions at Trevini Ristorante, Le Bilboquet, and a new Stephen Starr restaurant at 151 Worth Ave, as well as variances for residential projects. The council will also conduct second readings of ordinances to update the town's comprehensive plan and official zoning map. Several items involve design review by the Architectural Commission or Landmarks Preservation Commission.

• ZON-26-0034: Trevini Ristorante at 223 Sunset Ave seeks special exception to add 24 outdoor seats and a parking variance
• ZON-26-0042: Le Bilboquet at 247 Worth Ave requests special exception to add 12 second-floor dining seats and a parking variance
• ZON-26-0044: 151 Worth Ave owner seeks special exceptions for a Stephen Starr restaurant, outdoor café seating, and shared parking with a variance
• ZON-26-0046: Carlton Place Condominium at 3140 S Ocean Blvd requests retroactive approval to convert a tennis court to two pickleball courts
• Second reading of ordinances to replace the 1974 official zoning map with a 2026 map and amend the comprehensive plan

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to landmarked properties, including new padel and pickleball courts at the Bath & Tennis Club, exterior alterations at two Sunset Avenue hotels, rooftop equipment at Breakers Palm Beach Inc., and window/door replacements at Palm Beach Day School. The commission will also handle routine items like minutes and public comments.

• COA-26-0022: New padel and pickleball courts at 1170 S. Ocean Blvd. (Bath & Tennis Club), with special exception and variance requests
• COA-26-0025: Exterior alterations and hotel key changes at 280 and 262 Sunset Ave. (White Elephant hotel), including a variance
• COA-26-0026: Rooftop mechanical equipment installation at 95 N. County Rd. (Breakers Palm Beach Inc.)
• COA-26-0027: Window and door replacement at 241 Seaview Ave. (Palm Beach Day School)

Other

Code Enforcement Board

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review seven applications for exterior changes, new construction, and site modifications. Items include a new awning at a restaurant, a new two-story home, a third-floor addition, a padel court, storefront changes, and fenestration updates. Several projects are combination applications that also require Town Council zoning approval.

• 223 Sunset Ave: new fabric awning at Trevini Ristorante (ARC-26-0043)
• 575 N Lake Way: new two-story residence with pool, variance for front yard along S Woods Rd (ARC-26-0050)
• 151 Worth Ave: third-floor addition and fenestration changes to former Neiman Marcus (ARC-26-0055)
• 542 N County Rd: new padel court requiring Special Exception Review (ARC-26-0057)
• 251 Worth Ave: storefront modifications including windows, door, awning, signage (ARC-26-0058)

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

Architectural Commission

Recreation Advisory Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Investment Advisory Committee

Defined Contribution Plan Committee

Retirement Board of Trustees

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

Code Enforcement Board

Architectural Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Code Enforcement Board

Landmarks Preservation Commission

Code Enforcement Board

Architectural Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review several applications for new single-family residences and exterior modifications. Some requests include variances for setbacks and lot coverage that require further Town Council review.

• New one-story residence, hardscape, landscape, and pool at 214 List Rd
• New two-story residence at 235 Cocoanut Row with variances for setbacks and lot coverage
• New two-story house at 257 Fairview Rd with a variance for screening wall height
• Architectural adjustments and front yard setback variance at 203 S Lake Trl
• Conversion of an open carport to a one-car garage at 350 Seabreeze Ave

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Retirement Board of Trustees is holding its regular quarterly meeting to review investment performance, hear reports from the administrator and attorney, and approve the quarterly financial report and disbursements. The board will also set the member account credited interest rate and approve minutes from prior meetings. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Investment review by Kerry Richardville, CFA, Mariner
• Administrator's report by Edemir Estrada, GRS
• Attorney's report by Janice Rustin, LLW
• Quarterly financial report and disbursements by Melissa Ladd, Controller - Finance
• Member account credited interest rate decision

Defined Contribution Plan Committee

The Defined Contribution Plan Committee will review market and investment performance with an advisor from Mariner and receive plan updates from MissionSquare. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Market and Investment Performance Review by Kerry Richardville, Mariner
• Defined Contribution Plan Updates by Howard Brezak, MissionSquare
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2026 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes

Investment Advisory Committee

The Investment Advisory Committee is meeting to review quarterly performance reports from Mariner, PFM Asset Management, and the June investment report, along with the OPEB Trust financial report. The agenda is primarily routine financial oversight with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Mariner Quarterly Performance Report
• June Investment Report
• PFM Asset Management Quarterly Performance Report
• OPEB Trust Financial Report

Code Enforcement Board

The Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on six alleged code violations, ranging from unpermitted construction and property maintenance to unauthorized sales on public beaches. The board will also consider approval of the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes and set its next meeting date.

• Case CE 26-1046: 202 Coral Lane — alleged violation of building permit requirements (Ch. 18, Sec. 18-205, 18-233)
• Case CE 26-1029: 720 S Ocean Blvd. — alleged failure to maintain vacant property (Ch. 88, Sec. 88-15(C), 88-16, 88-18)
• Case CE 26-1436: Brazilian Ave. & S. Ocean Blvd. — alleged illegal sales on public beach (Ch. 74, Sec. 74-192)
• Case CE 26-1319: 300 Blk S Ocean & Peruvian Ave. — alleged illegal sales on public beach (Ch. 74, Sec. 74-192)
• Case CE 26-1264: 333 Sunset Ave. — alleged sidewalk obstruction (Ch. 106, Sec. 106-1)

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and historic building approvals. The body is considering requests for exterior repairs, additions, and variances for properties on Worth Ave, Phipps Plz, Dunbar Rd, El Dorado Ln, Brazilian Ave, and Tarpon Isle.

• 450 Worth Ave: Request for exterior alterations, foundation repairs, and a new seawall
• 222 Phipps Plz: Request for a second-story addition and side yard setback reduction
• 210 Dunbar Rd: Request for window/door replacement, bay window addition, and Ad Valorem Tax Exemption
• 210 El Dorado Ln: Request for a 20KW generator, AC equipment modification, and fencing
• 354 Brazilian Ave: Request for exterior alterations and variances for landscape open space and floodplain

Code Enforcement Board

Town Council

Town Council

The Palm Beach Town Council will hear several zoning applications at this meeting, including requests for special exceptions and variances for properties like The Breakers Tennis Center, historic buildings on Cocoanut Row, and multiple oceanfront locations. The Council will also consider a new seawall project along South Ocean Boulevard. Public hearings are scheduled for these items.

• ZON-26-0024: Special Exception for garden terrace with bar at Breakers Tennis Center (2 S County Rd)
• ZON-26-0026: Variance to reduce side yard setback for pool at 335 Cocoanut Row (historic property)
• ZON-26-0029: Variances for second-story addition at 173 E Inlet Dr
• ZON-26-0032: Special Exception for 5,433 SF office use and variance for parking at 283 Royal Poinciana Way
• ZON-26-0041: Site plan review and variance for Mid-Town seawall along South Ocean Blvd

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a consent agenda with several resolutions, including revised town fees, a $500,000 retroactive spending authorization, and a five-year tree trimming contract. Under new business, they will discuss a proposed commercial beach amenity permit program for hotels and businesses, the 2027 meeting schedule, Midtown Beach Linear Park, and filming permits. The agenda also includes first reading of ordinances on the beach permit program and budget amendments, plus a legislative update.

• Resolution 92-2026: Adopting revised fees for the Town of Palm Beach
• Resolution 93-2026: Retroactive spending authorization of $500,000 for Planning, Zoning, and Building Department services
• Resolution 94-2026: Awarding ITB No. 2026-028 for palm tree trimming to Brightview Landscape Services ($795,467 primary), Zimmerman Tree Services ($865,363 secondary), Sherlock Tree Company ($1,071,096 tertiary)
• Ordinance 21-2026 (first reading): Creating a Commercial Beach Amenity Permit Program for hotels and businesses to operate beach furniture on municipal beaches
• Ordinance 23-2026: Removing term limits for Planning and Zoning Commission members

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to address unfinished business regarding commercial district regulations. The meeting includes time for comments from officials, staff, and the public.

• Ordinance No. 022-2026 Commercial District Regulations (Tranche 5)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission is reviewing several applications for new home construction, additions, and landscape modifications. Some items include requests for variances regarding lot coverage and building height that will require Town Council review.

• New two-story residences at 222 Cherry Ln and 230 Plantation Rd
• Office expansion and window addition at 1236 S Ocean Blvd
• Second-story additions at 173 E Inlet Dr and 1740 S Ocean Blvd
• Renovations and style changes for 150 Dunbar Rd and 151 Atlantic Ave
• Exterior modifications including a new roof and entry design at 13 Via Vizcaya

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission is reviewing several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for landmarked properties. The body will discuss requests for building additions, exterior alterations, and landscape modifications.

• 1047 S Ocean Blvd: Proposed two-story addition and landscape improvements
• 260 N Ocean Blvd: Proposed landscape/hardscape improvements, 60KW generator, and gates
• 70 Middle Rd: Proposed demolition and reconstruction of exterior walls and front door
• 335 Cocoanut Row: Proposed landscape/hardscape modifications and a new pool
• 242 Park Ave: Proposed window and door replacement and a floodplain requirement variance

The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a two-story rear addition at 1047 S Ocean Blvd, including a landmark adjustment for reduced setbacks and a variance for increased lot coverage, all unanimously. The board also approved landscape improvements at 260 N Ocean Blvd and 335 Cocoanut Row, and deferred a wall reconstruction at 70 Middle Rd for further study. A request to remove statues at Four Arts Plaza was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved COA-26-0005 at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0) with condition to add eyebrow on north-east second-story addition
• Approved landmark adjustment reducing side yard setback from 15 ft to 7.25 ft at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0)
• Approved variance for increased lot coverage at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0015 at 260 N Ocean Blvd (7-0) with condition to review gates, arches, and pergola details at August 19 meeting
• Approved HSB-26-0004 at 335 Cocoanut Row (7-0) including pool setback variance from 10 ft to 7.5 ft
• Approved HSB-26-0006 at 242 Park Ave (7-0) including floodplain variance
• Deferred COA-26-0016 at 70 Middle Rd to August 19, 2026 for further study and independent structural review (7-0)
• Deferred COA-26-0012 at 102 Four Arts Plaza to August 19, 2026

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct public hearings regarding various town ordinance violations. The board will also consider fine reductions for three specific cases.

• Public hearings for sidewalk obstructions at 241 Bradley Place and 242 Park Ave
• Hearing on unpermitted charitable solicitation at Brazilian Ave Beach Entrance
• Review of seawall maintenance violations at 145 Clarendon Ave
• Hearings for missing business tax receipts at 90 Via Mizner, 264 Seminole Ave, and 415 Australian Ave
• Fine reduction considerations for properties at 361 S. County Road, 110 Atlantic Ave, and 445 Brazilian Ave

Other

The Town Council is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and related millage rates. The body is also considering fee updates for golf, marina, and recreation services, as well as maintenance assessments for specific improvement projects.

• Proposed operating millage rate of 2.6110 and rolled-back rate of 2.4094 for FY 2027
• Amendments to Golf and Recreation Department fees for FY 2026
• Establishment of Marina annual and transient dockage rates for FY 2026
• Maintenance assessments for the Worth Avenue and Peruvian Avenue Improvement Projects
• Assessment roll for the collection and disposal of commercial solid waste

The Town Council held a budget workshop and directed staff to maintain the current millage rate of 2.6110 for the tentative FY2027 budget, rejecting a proposed reduction to 2.5345. The additional revenue from keeping the rate will be split equally between the Coastal Fund and the pavement management program. The Council approved Resolution 071-2026 setting the millage rate and budget hearing dates (September 8 and 17) by a 4-1 vote, with Council President Pro Tem Crampton dissenting. Several other resolutions were approved unanimously, including fee adjustments and assessment rolls for improvement projects.

• Approved Resolution 071-2026 setting tentative millage rate at 2.6110 (4-1, Crampton dissenting)
• Directed staff to maintain current millage rate; additional revenue split equally between Coastal Fund and pavement management
• Deferred Seaview Park field lighting, Lake Trail resiliency improvements, and other future capital initiatives pending more info
• Approved Resolution 072-2026 amending golf fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 073-2026 establishing marina dockage rates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 074-2026 amending recreation department fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 075-2026 for Worth Avenue improvement project assessments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 076-2026 for Peruvian Avenue improvement project assessments (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold first readings for three ordinances. These include updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and the Official Zoning Map, as well as changes to residential district regulations.

• Ordinance 12-2026: Amending the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, including Future Land Use, Historic Preservation, and Infrastructure elements
• Ordinance 13-2026: Replacing the 1974 Official Zoning Map with a new 2026 map
• Ordinance 20-2026: Removing public and private academic schools as special exception uses in R-D(1) and R-D(2) High Density Residential Districts

The Local Planning Agency unanimously recommended approval of three ordinances to the Town Council: two transmitting 2024 Comprehensive Plan amendments (Ordinances 12-2026 and 13-2026) and one removing public/private schools as special exception uses in RD-1 and RD-2 districts (Ordinance 20-2026). All motions passed 5-0. No public comments were made.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 12-2026 (Comprehensive Plan amendments) to Town Council (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 13-2026 (2026 Official Zoning Map) to Town Council (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 20-2026 (remove schools as special exception in RD-1/RD-2) to Town Council (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold first readings of ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan, replace the official Zoning Map, and remove public/private academic schools as special exceptions in high-density residential districts. A second reading will reinstate previous school removal changes and clarify a beach-access tunnel condition. The council also will consider a project update for the Edgewater/Ambassador site at 2720-2730 S Ocean Blvd, variance requests for two landmarked properties, and a special exception for a coffee counter at The Church Mouse.

• Project update for ZON-24-0046 (ARC-24-0090) at 2720-2730 S Ocean Blvd (Edgewater/Ambassador site)
• ZON-26-0015: two variances for side yard setbacks at 151 Root Trail (landmarked property)
• ZON-26-0016: one variance to increase lot coverage at 1047 S Ocean Blvd (landmarked) – deferred to August 12, 2026
• ZON-25-0074: special exception for a coffee-to-go counter at The Church Mouse, 376 S County Rd
• First reading of ordinances 12-2026 and 13-2026 to amend the Comprehensive Plan and replace the Zoning Map

The Town Council approved two variances for a second-story addition at 151 Root Trail, allowing reduced side-yard setbacks for the historic residence. The motion passed 3-2, with Council President Cooney and Council Member Araskog dissenting. The council also approved a special exception for a coffee-to-go counter at the Church Mouse, and advanced several ordinances on first and second reading.

• Granted variances for 151 Root Trail second-story addition (3-2)
• Approved special exception for coffee-to-go counter at 376 S County Rd (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 012-2026 on first reading (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 013-2026 on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 020-2026 on first reading (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 017-2026 on second reading (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on revised fees for the Planning, Zoning & Building Department and ordinances regarding construction schedules and noise, including gasoline-powered leaf blowers. The body is also reviewing several high-value contracts for technology, security, and seawall construction.

• Pre-construction services for Mid-Town Seawall project from Murray Logan Construction, LLC for $1,523,402
• Security Guard Services for the Town Marina from Regions Security Services, Inc. for $853,336.50
• Network switches from Sentinel Technologies for $384,560.52
• Ordinance 18-2026 to remove the prohibition on gasoline powered leaf blowers
• Resolution 90-2026 adopting revised fees for the Planning, Zoning & Building Department

The Town Council denied the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce's request to pilot an earlier 30-minute attendee access for its October breakfast at Mar-a-Lago, citing traffic and security concerns. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $1.38 million pre-construction contract for the Mid-Town Seawall project, and adopted two ordinances amending construction and lawn maintenance hours. All other agenda items were approved as presented or deferred.

• Denied Chamber of Commerce request for Mar-a-Lago pilot event (3-2)
• Approved $1,384,911 pre-construction services for Mid-Town Seawall (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 019-2026 amending construction time schedules (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 018-2026 amending noise and lawn maintenance hours (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 079-2026 temporarily amending construction hours (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 080-2026 for Kimley-Horn water supply study support (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 089-2026 vacating utility easements in Phase 5 South (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 088-2026 vacating utility easements in Phase 5 North (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three ordinances: a comprehensive plan amendment (12-2026), a replacement of the official zoning map (13-2026), and a code change removing public/private academic schools as special exceptions in high-density residential districts (20-2026). The commission will also review a draft glossary of non-residential terms and proposed conditional use criteria.

• Ordinance 12-2026 amending the 2024 Comprehensive Plan (Future Land Use, Historic Preservation, Infrastructure elements, and map series)
• Ordinance 13-2026 replacing the 1974 Official Zoning Map with a new 2026 map
• Ordinance 20-2026 removing public and private academic schools as special exception uses in R-D(1) and R-D(2) high-density residential districts
• Presentation and review of a draft Glossary of Terms for non-residential uses
• Second review of proposed Conditional Use Criteria

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of ordinances to amend the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and the Official Zoning Map. The Commission also approved an ordinance removing schools as special exception uses in certain residential districts. Discussions on a new glossary of terms and conditional use criteria remain ongoing.

• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 012-2026 to amend the 2024 Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 013-2026 to replace the Official Zoning Map (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 020-2026 to remove public and private academic schools as special exception uses in R-D(1) and R-D(2) districts (7-0)
• Tabled action on draft Glossary of Terms for further refinement
• Tabled action on proposed Conditional Use Criteria pending revised language

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a major mixed-use residential development at 2720-2730 S Ocean Blvd that includes demolishing existing buildings and constructing a new multi-story building with variances. Also on the agenda are new single-family homes at 222 Cherry Ln and 230 Plantation Rd, modifications to an approved site plan at 300 Colonial Ln, and a vehicular gate at 334 Chilean Ave. One item (1066 N Ocean Blvd) has been deferred to July 29, and another (259 Worth Ave) no longer requires review.

• ARC-24-0090: New multifamily development at 2720-2730 S Ocean Blvd with variances for height, setbacks, lot coverage, fill, and rooftop equipment
• ARC-26-0021: New two-story residence at 222 Cherry Ln
• ARC-26-0024: New two-story residence at 230 Plantation Rd
• ARC-26-0027: Modifications to approved site plan at 300 Colonial Ln
• ARC-26-0034: Vehicular gate with gas lanterns at 334 Chilean Ave

The Architectural Commission approved a multifamily residential project with specific conditions for gate design. Several single-family residence applications were deferred for further study of scale and proportions. A request for a trash enclosure gate at 334 Chilean Avenue was approved, while the driveway gate was deferred.

• Approved ARC-24-0090 (2720-2730 S Ocean Blvd) with conditions on gate color and design (4-3)
• Deferred ARC-26-0021 (222 Cherry Ln) to July 29, 2026, for height and scale revisions (6-1)
• Deferred ARC-26-0024 (230 Plantation Rd) to July 29, 2026, for site planning and detail study (7-0)
• Deferred ARC-26-0027 (300 Colonial Ln) to July 29, 2026, for technical responses and renderings (6-1)
• Approved trash enclosure gate for ARC-26-0034 (334 Chilean Ave) and deferred driveway gate and lighting (5-2)
• Approved May 27, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct public hearings regarding various town code violations. The agenda primarily focuses on the maintenance of bulkheads and seawalls, as well as construction site management and permit requirements.

• 11 cases regarding bulkhead and seawall maintenance (Chapter 62, Section 62-77) at various Clarendon Ave and S. Ocean Blvd addresses
• Construction site debris and sidewalk obstruction cases at 242 Park Ave (Anything Wet Inc.)
• Sidewalk obstruction cases at 455 N County Road and 212 Worth Ave
• Building permit violations at 235 Sunrise Ave, 212 Worth Ave, and 255 Ridgeview Drive
• Public nuisance case regarding dangerous trees/hedges at 146 Via Del Lago

The Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board approved the May minutes and amended agenda, then heard several cases. It postponed cases at 910 S Ocean Blvd, 242 Park Ave, and related properties to later hearings, and found non-compliance in six other cases, imposing $150 administrative fees and $250 daily fines for non-compliance. The board also set the next hearing for July 16, 2026.

• Approved May 21, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to remove items 19-20 and advance item 23 (unanimous)
• Postponed case CE 26-578 (910 S Ocean Blvd) to Nov 19, 2026 (unanimous)
• Postponed cases 26-1064, 26-1063, 26-1067 (242 Park Ave) to July 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Found non-compliance at 146 Via Del Lago, $150 fee, $250/day fine (unanimous)
• Found non-compliance at 290 S County Rd, $150 fee, $250/day fine (unanimous)
• Found non-compliance at 235 Sunrise Ave #2245, $150 fee, $250/day fine (unanimous)
• Found non-compliance at 455 N County Rd, $150 fee + $250 fine (unanimous)

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will consider several applications for landmarked properties, including a variance for floodplain compliance at 217 Clarke Ave, a second-story addition at 151 Root Trail, removal of statues at the Society of the Four Arts, and a major relocation and renovation project at 480 S Ocean Blvd. One item, concerning 1047 S Ocean Blvd, has been deferred to the July 22 meeting.

• Consent agenda: variance from floodplain elevation requirement at 217 Clarke Ave for a landmarked property
• Unfinished business: Certificate of Appropriateness and landmark adjustments for a two-story addition at 151 Root Trail
• New business: removal of four statues from the landmarked Society of the Four Arts property at 102 Four Arts Plaza
• New business: relocation, renovation, additions, and tax exemption request for landmarked property at 480 S Ocean Blvd

The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a second-story addition at 151 Root Trail, with conditions on roofing and siding materials, and approved a major renovation and relocation project at 480 S Ocean Blvd, including a landmark adjustment and ad valorem tax exemption. The commission deferred a request to remove four statues at the Society of the Four Arts to its July 22 meeting for further study.

• Approved COA-26-0004 for 151 Root Trail second-story addition, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved landmark adjustment for setbacks at 151 Root Trail (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0013 for 480 S Ocean Blvd renovation and relocation, with shingle condition (7-0)
• Approved landmark adjustment for setbacks at 480 S Ocean Blvd (7-0)
• Approved COA-26-0013 for rehabilitation standards, with shingle condition (6-1, Ives dissenting)
• Deferred COA-26-0012 for Four Arts statue removal to July 22, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a first reading for an ordinance regarding residential zoning districts. The proposal seeks to remove private and public academic schools as special exception uses in specific areas and clarify rules for pedestrian access tunnels to the beach.

• First reading of Ordinance 17-2026 regarding zoning for academic schools and beach access tunnels

The Local Planning Agency voted unanimously to recommend Ordinance No. 017-2026 to the Town Council. The ordinance corrects a scrivener's error to reinstate regulations that remove private and public academic schools as special exception uses in certain residential zoning districts, and clarifies a condition for pedestrian access tunnels to the beach. Council members discussed whether schools should remain permitted south of 2500 South Ocean Boulevard, but no public comment was heard. The recommendation was approved 5-0.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance No. 017-2026 to Town Council (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:40 a.m. (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 17-2026, which would reinstate the removal of private and public academic schools as special exception uses in certain residential zoning districts. The agenda also includes second readings of a comprehensive plan update and a new zoning map, both deferred to a future meeting. Additionally, the Council will review multiple variance requests for residential properties, a synagogue expansion, and several code waivers.

• First reading of Ordinance 17-2026 to remove private and public academic schools as special exception uses in R-B, R-C, R-D(1), and R-D(2) districts
• Second reading of Ordinance 12-2026 amending the Comprehensive Plan (deferred to July 15, 2026)
• Second reading of Ordinance 13-2026 adopting a new official zoning map (deferred to July 15, 2026)
• Special exception and site plan review for Palm Beach Orthodox Synagogue expansion at 120-132 N County Rd
• Variance requests at 1300 N Ocean Blvd, 320 Tangier Ave, 108 El Mirasol, and multiple other residential properties

The Town Council deferred the Palm Beach Synagogue special exception application to September 9, 2026, to allow for more public participation. It also approved five variances for property renovations, including at 1300 N Ocean Blvd, 320 Tangier Ave, 141 Seaview Ave, 329 Seabreeze Ave, and 418 Seaspray Ave. Additionally, the council approved a first reading of an ordinance removing academic schools as special exception uses in certain residential zones, and granted building permit extensions and working hour waivers for several projects.

• Deferred synagogue special exception (ZON-26-0002) to Sept 9, 2026 (5-0)
• Granted variance at 1300 N Ocean Blvd (ZON-26-0005) (5-0)
• Granted variance at 320 Tangier Ave (ZON-26-0018) (5-0)
• Granted variances at 141 Seaview Ave (ZON-26-0021) (5-0)
• Granted variances at 329 Seabreeze Ave (ZON-26-0022) (5-0)
• Granted variance at 418 Seaspray Ave (ZON-26-0025) (4-1, Araskog dissenting)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 017-2026 removing academic schools as special exception uses (5-0)
• Approved building permit extension at 225 Wells Rd (4-1, Araskog dissenting)

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss updates to noise ordinances and building construction schedules. The body is also deciding on several professional service contracts and a donation for park construction.

• Proposed Ordinance 18-2026 to remove the prohibition on gasoline-powered leaf blowers
• Resolution 66-2026 awarding a $518,000 financial audit services contract to CBIZ CPAS P.C.
• Resolution 67-2026 accepting a $265,000 donation for Wells Park construction
• Resolution 70-2026 awarding the Mid-Town Seawall Replacement Project to Murray Logan Construction, LLC
• Proposed changes to the Master Fee Schedule for Planning, Zoning & Building Department fees

The Town Council unanimously approved a fifth amendment to the Mar-a-Lago Declaration of Use allowing the helipad to remain during President Trump's second term and for limited emergency use afterward. The Council also denied the Chamber of Commerce's request to waive shuttle requirements for its breakfasts at Mar-a-Lago, approved a new fee schedule to comply with state law, and advanced a revised noise ordinance on construction and lawn maintenance hours.

• Approved Mar-a-Lago helipad extension with restrictions (5-0)
• Denied Chamber of Commerce request to waive Mar-a-Lago shuttle requirement (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 063-2026 adopting revised planning, zoning & building fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 18-2026 on construction and lawn maintenance hours (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 19-2026 amending construction permit durations (5-0)
• Approved letter of no objection for Palm Beaches Marathon (5-0)
• Approved Preservation Foundation Dinner Dance setup exception (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 070-2026 for Midtown Seawall project negotiations (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss potential revisions to the R-B Low Density Residential Zoning District, review commercial district uses and criteria for conditional uses (formerly special exception uses), and consider reinstating language from Ordinance No. 006-2025 regarding public and private schools along with a correction to pedestrian access tunnel references in the R-B district. These items are discussions only; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of R-B Zoning District Review
• Discussion of commercial district uses and criteria for conditional uses
• Reinstating Ordinance No. 006-2025 language on public and private schools
• Correction of pedestrian access tunnel text in R-B Low Density Residential district
• Approval of May 5, 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the language in Ordinance No. 017-2026, which reinstates public and private academic schools as special exceptions in certain residential districts and clarifies pedestrian access to the beach as an accessory use. The commission also discussed ongoing code reform efforts, including the R-B district review and commercial district conditional use criteria, but took no final action on those items. The meeting was largely informational, with staff updates and public comments.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2026, as amended (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved language in Ordinance No. 017-2026 for adoption (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:15 PM (7-0)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review 23 applications for residential construction and renovation, including several requiring zoning variances. The meeting also includes approval of consent agenda items and a public comment period.

• ARC-26-0018: Front door replacement at 261 Nightingale TRL.
• ARC-26-0026: Landscape modifications at 100 Worth Ave.
• ARC-26-0032: Glass door modifications at 1265 N Lake Way.
• ARC-26-0011: New single-family residence at 217 W Indies Dr.
• ARC-26-0023: Enclosed garage construction at 329 Seabreeze Ave.

The Architectural Commission approved renovations at 1300 N Ocean Blvd with conditions to revise cornice, window heights, and masonry openings (6-1). It also approved new homes at 142 Casa Bendita, 217 West Indies Dr, 141 Seaview Ave, and 418 Seaspray Ave, and deferred several projects for further study. A roof tile replacement at 121 Woodbridge Rd was approved 4-3.

• Approved 1300 N Ocean Blvd renovation with design changes (6-1)
• Approved new residence at 142 Casa Bendita with conditions (7-0)
• Approved new residence at 217 West Indies Dr with conditions (7-0)
• Approved 141 Seaview Ave addition with gravel front yard retained (7-0)
• Approved 418 Seaspray Ave new residence with conditions (7-0)
• Approved roof tile replacement at 121 Woodbridge Rd (4-3)
• Deferred 150 Dunbar Rd & 151 Atlantic Ave to July 29, 2026 (7-0)
• Deferred 1066 N Ocean Blvd, 222 Cherry Ln, and 230 Plantation Rd to June 24, 2026 (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on 12 alleged code violations, including a fire code case at a restaurant, vegetation issues, sidewalk obstructions, and building permit violations. The board will also consider fine reductions for two prior cases. Minutes from the April 16 meeting will be approved.

• Case CE 26-615: Fire code violation at 251 Sunrise Ave (Polo Room Restaurant)
• Case CE 26-889: Generator testing violation at 1640 S. Ocean Blvd
• Case CE 26-394: Rank vegetation violation at 165 Seminole Ave
• Case CE 26-820: Building permit violation at 272 Sandpiper Drive
• Case CE 26-787: Sidewalk obstruction at 164 Seminole Ave

The Palm Beach Code Enforcement Board convened on May 21, 2026, and heard 12 public hearing cases involving alleged code violations (fire safety, vegetation, generator noise, building permits, sidewalk obstruction, trash placement). The minutes list each case but do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes for these cases. The board also considered fine reductions for two prior cases, but again no decisions are recorded. The next meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2026.

• No decisions recorded for 12 public hearing cases (CE 26-615, CE 26-394, CE 26-889, CE 26-425, CE 26-820, CE 26-794, CE 26-787, CE 26-783, CE 26-548, CE 26-511, CE 26-172)
• No decisions recorded for fine consideration cases (CE 22-1046, CE 25-55)
• Approved minutes from April 16, 2026 (procedural)

Landmarks Preservation Commission

The Landmarks Preservation Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness involving additions and alterations to landmarked or historically significant properties, including several combination projects requiring zoning relief from the Town Council. The commission will also discuss 15 properties for potential landmarking and approve the minutes from the April meeting.

• 151 Root Trail – second-story addition with variances for nonconforming setbacks (COA-26-0004/ZON-26-0015)
• 125 Brazilian Ave – exterior alterations and second-story addition to a Historically Significant Building (HSB-26-0003)
• 1047 S Ocean Blvd – two-story addition with variances for side/rear setbacks and lot coverage (COA-26-0005/ZON-26-0016)
• 4 Golfview Rd – one-story addition requiring landmark adjustment to increase lot coverage (COA-26-0009)
• Discussion of 15 properties including 211 Park Avenue, 117 Wells Road, and 279 Queens Lane for landmarking

The Landmarks Preservation Commission deferred the proposed second-story addition at 151 Root Trail to June 17, 2026, for further study of the rear window, landscape plan, and material samples. It approved exterior alterations at 125 Brazilian Ave., a one-story addition at 4 Golfview Rd., and rooftop AC units at 241 Seaview Ave. The commission also placed 15 properties under consideration for landmark status.

• Deferred 151 Root Trail second-story addition to June 17, 2026 (6-1)
• Approved 125 Brazilian Ave. exterior alterations and second-story addition (7-0)
• Approved 4 Golfview Rd. one-story addition and landmark adjustment (7-0)
• Approved 241 Seaview Ave. rooftop AC units and screening (7-0)
• Placed 15 properties under consideration for landmark status (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Defined Contribution Plan Committee

The Defined Contribution Plan Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, approve March minutes, and then receive three presentations: a Q1 2026 investment review by Kerry Richardville (Mariner), an update from Howard Brezak (MissionSquare), and a discussion of investment advice services through Morningstar by Daryl Dennis (MissionSquare). The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2026.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Approval of March 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Investment Review, Q1 2026 by Kerry Richardville, Senior Institutional Advisor, Mariner
• MissionSquare presentation update by Howard Brezak, Senior Relationship Manager
• Investment advice through Morningstar Investment Management Services by Daryl Dennis, Guided Pathways Advisory Services, MissionSquare