Composition
The Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board consists of 7 members who serve two-year terms. Members must be Village residents. The Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board is generally comprised of:
- 1 architect
- 1 civil engineer
- 1 land use planner or architect
- 1 person engaged in business within the corporate limits of the Village
- 3 members who need not be engaged in any particular business or profession
Duties
The Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board is designated as the governmental entity to act as the “local planning agency” in accordance with Florida Statute 163, and serves as the Board of Adjustment. The Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board performs any duties which lawfully may be assigned to it by the Village Council and any other duties assigned to it under the code. Prior to annexation, the Village Council seeks the advice of the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board as to the proposed annexation. Regarding changes to zoning ordinances, the Village Council may amend or supplement zoning regulations and zoning districts after referral and recommendations of the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board.
Financial Disclosure
Members of the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board are required to file financial disclosure within 30 days of appointment or election, annually during their term of office, and within 60 days of leaving office.