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Balancing Development and Preservation: Last Stand’s Position on Key West Housing Amendments

Last Stand of the Florida Keys advocates for sustainable development and preserving the quality of life in Key West. The organization supports the City of Key West’s Planning Department’s proposed amendments to Workforce Housing regulations, including an increase in the Payment-In-Lieu fee and stricter enforcement of affordable housing requirements. They commend the recommendation to establish a working group to guide future improvements, emphasizing collaboration and sustainability.

However, Last Stand opposes incorporating aspects of the Florida Live Local Act into Key West's zoning code. They highlight concerns over reduced setbacks, increased height limits, and diminished public input, warning these changes could harm the environment, neighborhood character, and quality of life. Last Stand urges rejection of these amendments, calling for more public input and careful evaluation of their long-term impact.

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Comments to the bocc on 07/17/2024 by Last Stand addressing concerns about new rogos

Comments to the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on July 17th, 2024, by Last Stand President Ann Olsen, addressing concerns about the County’s analysis of potential “takings” liability and the proposed request for new ROGOs. Last Stand emphasized that the number of viable takings cases is overstated and urged the county to prioritize public safety and residents' quality of life by recalculating buildable lots.

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