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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final October 21, 2025 could not impose additional standards beyond those mandated by law. Acting Planning and Development Services Director Ryan Sweeney responded to Commissioner Moss, clarifying that all public benefits, project -required improvements, and additional elements had already been established in the Planned Development (PD) approval. This process served as a contractual agreement to ensure these components were implemented through the Developer's Agreement. He noted that the right-of-way dedications outlined the minimum requirements, as well as any enhancements beyond them, which applied to contributions for the bridge and other items. All these details had been agreed upon during the original PD approval, and the current agreement facilitated these commitments with the County. Attorney Logan Wellmeier, representing the Applicant, addressed Commissioner Moss regarding the HOA documents. He stated that these documents would be part of the public record and included in every purchase agreement. He emphasized that regular meetings and assessments would be mandatory for all community residents. Residents would have a clear understanding of the HOA and their responsibilities towards it, eliminating any confusion about the County's obligation to maintain internal roads. Additionally, Mr. Wellmeier noted that the developer's turn lanes effectively mitigated any potential impacts on the area. He highlighted the added benefit of the right-of-way provided on 13th Street SW and 43rd Avenue, which would facilitate the realignment of 13th Street SW. This realignment had been essential for a portion of the Indrio Point project, which was already approved. Furthermore, he noted that their contributions toward the bridge connecting 17th Street created a thoroughfare from east to west. The impact of their project did not mandate these contributions; instead, they represented additional benefits that Pulte offered to the County as a good partner. Vero Beach resident Lisa Snycerski proposed regulations to ensure that new developments proceed only when current vacant homes are filled, emphasizing that rampant development was not beneficial to wildlife or current residents. There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 11.A.2. 25-0931 Public Hearing - Approval of Resolution Establishing the IRC HCV Program Five Year Plan, Certifications and Administrative Plan Indian River County, Florida Page 10