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Town Council In Florida Debates Proper Storage of Boats and RVs
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through WPTV News - West Palm Beach's website.
NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. - WPTV news reports on a long sanding debate about RV and boat storage in North Palm Beach, Florida. Current code states RV height must not exceed 10 feet and 30 feet in length. Recently, the village council used an independent survey to help them make a final decision on an issue that could come with significant fines to homeowners. Codes changed in 2016, making it tougher for homeowners to store a boat or RV on their property. Current code states RV height must not exceed 10 feet and 30 feet in length, and no more than 12 feet in height for boats. Screening must be on three sides including the one closest to the street and shouldn’t exceed 6 feet.
According to WPTV reporter Jillian Idle, "The Village of North Palm Beach hosted a workshop Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Village Hall. Leaders were scheduled to discuss the survey results for the first time with the public and then listen to residents concerns." “Some people want more restrictions, some people want less, it’s going to be a tough job for the council to sort through that and decide where they stand,” said village communications manager Ed Cunningham in the article.
The council is required to vote on a final decision at an unknown future meeting.