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(OCEANSIDE DEVELOPMENT); 3) PEGGY HARBIN AT 8645 <br />24TH STREET (PARADISE PARK) <br />Chairman Ginn reviewed her memorandum of March 17, 2004 and displayed photos <br />regarding fill on neighboring properties at the three locations listed above. Owners of these <br />properties have contacted her with worries that water and sand will drain down to their properties. <br />She inquired about the law or laws governing fill on properties. <br />Community Development Director Bob Keating and Public Works Director James <br />Davis responded to specific questions for each location and explained what is required for each <br />home such as a grading plan, a lot drainage plan, roof drainage and collection of rain in gutters and <br />downspouts, septic tank requirements, and including anything required under the Florida Building <br />Code as adopted by Indian River County. Director Keating also cautioned that making changes <br />would impact the County's flood insurance rating. There are other regulations that must be met <br />with regard to building near the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL). <br />Linda Sposato, 540 Reef Road, understood the need to comply with the law but she <br />thought changes could be made for a house being built in an existing development that affect safety <br />and appearance. She believed that rules and elevations are good for new developments, but <br />neighbors must be taken into consideration in established neighborhoods. She does not fault the <br />owners who are following the guidelines, but she believes the County should have leeway in <br />judgment. She was also concerned about pools placed in a flood zone. She wanted to be a good <br />neighbor but there are certain issues with the new home near her that will impact her and other <br />neighbors. <br />Jim Dodds, 2135 S. Porpoise Point, believed he was not given proper notice about <br />the construction next door to him. He was shown plans by the architect that indicated the fill would <br />only be a few feet above his yard's level but today the stakes were already above the 6' height. <br />The Commissioners questioned staff as to what the Board could do to help <br />neighbors who are being impacted by the fill on neighboring lots. <br />March 23, 2004 28 <br />