- April 26, 2024
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A new commercial development is coming to North U.S. 1 in Ormond Beach, and the members of the city's Planning Board are hopeful this signals a new dawn for that section of town.
"I think this city realizes this is the gateway and I think developers are going to hear it loud and clear that we want some changes made up there," Planning Board member GG Galloway said.
The board unanimously recommended approval for a preliminary plat for an 18.17 acre property located at 1670 N. U.S. 1, near Destination Daytona, at its meeting on Thursday, Jan. 14. The property owner, Destination Interchange LLC, has not yet submitted a site plan to the city, but the land could accommodate restaurant, retail or a gas station uses. The property consists of three different parcels, and has two land use designations: Tourist commercial and low intensity commercial.
On behalf of the owner, Luke Kilic of Zev Cohen and Associates stated that the plans are to keep about 16% of the site for tree preservation.
Galloway said the city is lucky a local developer has expressed interest in that land. He said there are several properties in that area that need improvements, and that this developer understands what the city is looking for. He added that he hopes this development will lead by example and show some property owners in that area that they need to adhere to the city's guidelines. City staff recommended that be handled through code enforcement.
Board member Lori Tolland expressed her desire to keep an eye on greenbelt buffers and landscape so that any developments that come in the future will enhance the area.
"As we develop it, I really want to make sure it’s developed aesthetically pleasing and keep as much landscape as possible," Tolland said.
This was the board's first meeting since all members were reappointed to their positions by the City Commission. Resident Doug Thomas was re-elected as chair of the board, and Harold Briley was designated vice chair.
