Application Resources

It is strongly encouraged that the applicant or a representative meet with a Planning Division staff member prior to submitting an application. This will ensure that the correct application is being submitted for the project, and that it is clear as to what materials are required at the time of submittal. To schedule a pre-application meeting you may contact the Planning Division at:

Phone: 561.822.1461
TTY: 800.955.8771
Email: planning@wpb.org

Important! All applicants may be required to meet with the appropriate neighborhood association(s) and/or district commissioner(s) as part of the review process. Please contact the Neighborhood Services Coordinator (561.822.1412) and/or the City Commission Office (561.822.1390) to schedule necessary meetings. Please advise the Planning Division (561.822.1461), of the date, time, and location of such meetings, or to obtain more information.

All application deadlines are strictly enforced. The Deadline Calendar can be downloaded utilizing the link below (coming soon):

All applications must be submitted to the Planning Division no later than 12:00pm (noon) on the day of the deadline. In order to be accepted, the application must contain all required items and information requested.

Within ten (10) working days following the application deadline the Development Services Director, or his/her designee, shall determine whether or not the application contains sufficient information for substantive reviews. The applicant will be notified of any deficiencies and the nature of the information necessary before a formal review of the application will be commenced.

Following the Plans and Plats Review Committee meeting (if required) or the date review comments are issued to the applicant, if no response to the comments is received within 60 days of their issuance, the application will be considered withdrawn and any further action will require submission of a new application.

How much are the application fees?

To estimate the fees required for a specific type of application, please refer to the Planning Division Fee Estimator.

When are the fees due?

Fees are not paid immediately upon submittal of an application. After receiving an application, the Planning Division will review the submittal and confirm the proper application was filed. All of the applicable fees will then be invoiced to the applicant's account and they will be notified when payment is due. Applications will not be processed further until all fees have been paid.

What types of fees will be charged?

With the exception of annexations, all applications will have an Application Fee; the fee amount depends on the type of application. Additional types of fees may include:

• Advertising Fee - For applications requiring public notice. The fee amount depends upon the type of notice required (legal ad, display ad, etc.).
• Engineering Services Fee - For applications that require review by the City's Engineering Services Department. The fee amount depends upon the type of application.
• Wireless Consultant Fee - The City of West Palm Beach does have a contract with CityScape Consultants, Inc. As such, wireless communications facility applications do charge an additional consultant fee. The fee amount depends upon the type of application.
• Historic Consultant Review Fee (Demolition Applications) - Some Demolition applications (for structures 35 years or older within a historic district that was surveyed, designated or re-designated more than five years ago) may require an independent review by a historic preservation consultant, contracted through the City, to determine if the structure would contribute to the district if the district was resurveyed. If applicable, fees will be assessed at a rate of $500 per structure.

Please note that additional or separate applications and fees may be required by other departments as part of the development process.

Are there resubmittal fees?

Following the issuance of the first round of plan review comments, the applicant will be permitted one (1) resubmittal at no additional cost. If previously-issued comments continue to not be sufficiently addressed, the applicant will be charged a Resubmittal Fee. Such fee will be 20% of the original application fee.

For applications requesting the abandonment of a City right-of-way, an address list of all property owner's mailing addresses that abut the subject right-of-way may be obtained by contacting the following:

Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office
301 North Olive Avenue, 1st floor
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
Phone: 561.355.2866

Website: https://pbcpao.gov/departments/public_services.htm

In addition to .pdf format, the Abutting Property Owners List can also be provided in .xls or .xlsx format.

When abandoning a public right-of-way, alley, etc., the City requires an appraisal by a City-approved appraiser. The appraisal will be completed at the expense of the applicant. An appraisal package indicating the City's requirements for appraisals will be provided to the applicant after review of the application by the Plans and Plats Review Committee (PPRC).

An arborist report must contain detailed information regarding the health and condition of the tree(s), documentation of any causes or concerns such as disease or structural damage, and recommendations for each tree in question.

Information pertaining to artificial turf can be found in the City’s code in Article XIV, under section 94-451.

Plans submitted must clearly show the location of where the artificial turf will be located on the site.  Documentation must be submitted that shows all manufacturers information for the following minimum code requirements:

1. Artificial turf shall consist of green, lifelike individual blades of grass that emulate natural turf in look and color.

2. Artificial turf installations shall have a minimum permeability of 30 inches per hour per square yard.

3. All artificial turf shall have a minimum eight-year manufacturer's warranty that protects against color fading and a decrease in pile height.

4. Artificial turf shall be lead free.

5. All materials must include test documentation that declares that the artificial turf yarn and backing materials are disposable under normal conditions, at any U.S. landfill station (Total Content Leach Protocol (TCLP) test). Documentation must also be provided that identifies all components that are recyclable and all components that consist of recycled material.

Architectural drawings are to consist of floor plans and elevations of all proposed buildings, signs, fences and other structures for the project. Color elevations, perspectives, renderings, massing studies, shadow studies, etc. which depict the proposed development and all adjacent properties may also be required.

To demonstrate the height of a proposed wireless communications tower, a balloon test is required subsequent to the receipt of the photo simulations. The balloon test must satisfy the following requirements:

The applicant shall arrange to raise a colored balloon, in sharp contrast with sky blue and no less than three (3) feet in diameter, to the maximum height of the proposed tower and within 30 horizontal feet of the center of the proposed antenna support structure.

The applicant shall inform the Planning Division and abutting property owners in writing of the date and times of the test at least 14 days in advance. The applicant must advertise the date, time and location of the balloon test in a locally distributed paper in a display ad of at least two (2) inches in width. The ad must be in the paper at least seven (7), but no more than 14, days in advance of the test dates determined by City staff. The ad must also contain alternate dates in case of inclement weather. The balloon shall be flown for at least four (4) consecutive hours during daylight hours on the dates chosen. The applicant shall record the weather during the balloon test. Re-advertisement will not be required if inclement weather occurs, provided the advertisement specifies the alternative date in the event of inclement weather.

When required, CCTV video is to be provided of all existing sanitary sewer and storm drainage lines along the entire project frontage.

The video files must be provided in one of the following file formats: .avi, .mov, .mp3, .mp4, .mpg, .wma, .wmv, or .zip.

Wireless Communication Facility applications must provide a letter that outlines the following:

• A description of the request.

• Related background information on the project and site.

• Impacts to the site, including any impacts on concealment.

• Description of the concealment methods to be used, including the type of foliage and colors of concealment methods, as applicable.

A written determination of the need and explanation of the geographic search that was completed shall be provided. The determination and explanation shall include the following:

• A geographic search area of the area of the wireless provider committed to locate on the tower and that is justifying the placement of the tower.

• An inventory of all existing towers and all potential alternative structures in the geographic search area that are at least 80% of the height of the proposed tower or structure.

• A written explanation documenting why an existing tower cannot reasonably be used, instead of building a new tower.

For historic district designation please provide a list that summarizes all the properties within the proposed district including; street address, date built (source), architectural style, architect/builder, and if you believe the resource is contributing to the district.

The applicant must provide elevations of each entire affected façade. Elevations must include at least the following:

• Cardinal direction

• Dimensions

• Materials

• Roof pitch

• Overall Building Height, measured from the mean grade of a lot at the frontage of the building to the highest point of the top of the structure of a flat roof, or to the decline of a mansard roof, or to the mid-height level between eaves and ridge for gable, hip and gambrel roofs.

• Types of Windows and Doors

Engineering Plans shall be provided. Please refer to the Engineering Plans Checklist(PDF, 178KB) for the information that is required to be provided on the plans.

A statement shall be provided, confirmed by engineering analysis, that the existing utility mains serving the proposed project are adequate.

Additionally, calculations shall be provided of existing and proposed water & sewer demands (average and peak) and fire flow demand. Calculations shall be per FAC 64E-6.008 for sewer and per FAC 64E-8 for water.

Submit plans signed and sealed by a Florida Registered Professional Engineer, or prepared by a person who is exempt from such registration requirements as provided in F.S. §471.003, identifying the location of the proposed facility, including a description of the facilities to be installed, where it is to be located, and the approximate size of facilities and equipment.

Plans submitted for Level I through Level IV Wireless Permit applications may be prepared by a Florida Licensed Architect.

If applicable, schematic architectural drawings (floor plans and elevations and/or perspectives) of all proposed buildings, signs, fences and other structures for the project shall also be provided.

Evidence of the institution of eminent domain proceedings shall be provided.

Evidence shall be provided that both the condemnor and condemnee in the eminent domain proceedings are aware of the application for a Certificate of Conformity.

Any application for a Level I Wireless Communications Facility Permit shall provide a copy of a FCC Amateur Radio License.

The following statements shall be provided:

• A statement from a qualified individual that the applicant will comply with all FCC rules regarding human exposure to RF energy, along with the individual's qualifications.

• A statement from the applicant that the applicant will comply with all applicable FCC rules regarding radio-frequency interference.

Floor plans must include dimensions, room labels, and proposed alterations.

The applicant shall provide responses necessary to indicate compliance with the requirements of Chapter 163 of the Florida Statutes (F.S.) as part of a Future Land Use Map Amendment application.

A Justification Statement shall be provided addressing the following:

• A general description of the request.

• Related background information on the project and site.

• Justification, special reasons, or basis for the request.

In addition to .pdf format, the Justification Statement can also be provided in .doc and .docx format.

Please refer to the Landscape Plan Checklist(PDF, 460KB) for all of the information that is required to be provided on the plan. Items which are omitted may cause a delay in the review process. Landscape plans are required for new development and for renovations that exceed 50% of the value of the structure. A landscape plan may also be required after a Tree Alteration Permit is obtained.

A copy of the approved landscape plan and/or tree disposition plan, as approved during the site plan review process, may be required.

Please provide the legal description of the remainder parcel which has or will become a nonconformity, as provided on the survey.

The Legal Description must be provided in .doc or .docx format.

Please provide the legal description of the subject property, as provided on the required survey.

The Legal Description must be provided in .doc or .docx format.

Letters of support from the surrounding property owners impacted by a proposed project may be required as part of the application submittal.

A Level of Services Analysis shall be provided comparing the impacts of the maximum development potential of the existing Future Land Use (FLU) designation and the maximum development potential of the proposed FLU designation. The analysis shall evaluate impacts to the following:

• Drainage

• Schools (for residential FLU designations only)

• Water

• Parks (for residential FLU designations only)

• Wastewater (Sewer)

• Traffic

• Solid Waste

In addition to the analysis for each service listed above, a summary table shall be provided.

• Sample Summary Table(PDF, 169KB)

Any increase in impact on any of the above‐listed services shall also provide written confirmation from the applicable service agency indicating that sufficient capacity exists to accommodate the build‐out of the proposed FLU designation.

An application for a Subdivision (Lot Split) shall be submitted in the following configuration with the title of “Lot Split” and formatted to 8 ½” x 14”:

• Sheet 1: Affidavit of Ownership

• Sheet 2: Sheet Index, Surveyor's Certification and Planning and Zoning Administrator's Approval

• Sheet 3: Location Map

• Sheet 4: Parent Tract Survey

• Sheet 5: Parent Tract Legal Description

• Sheet 6: Parcel 1 Boundary Survey

• Sheet 7: Parcel 1 Legal Description

• Sheet 8: Parcel 2 Boundary Survey

• Sheet 9: Parcel 2 Legal Description

Upon approval of the application and recording of the document, the applicant shall provide a copy of the approved, recorded Minor Subdivision to the Planning Division.

For the splitting of combined lots that had already been platted, and the split is proposed along one of the original platted lot lines, the following shall be submitted and formatted to 8½” x 14”:

• Sheet 1: Parent Tract Survey

• Sheet 2: Parcel 1 Boundary Survey

• Sheet 3: Parcel 2 Boundary Survey

A Market Analysis may be required and used to evaluate the economic impact of the proposed development to the City, the timing of any proposed development, etc.

A signed and notarized Oath of Petitioner shall be provided for an application to abandon a right-of-way. 

The Oath shall be signed by the person(s) representing the organization, attesting that the facts contained in the application are true and correct to the best knowledge of the petitioner. 

A signed and notarized Owner's Consent Form(PDF, 353KB) shall be provided.

As applicable, the following shall also be provided:

• If a Contract Purchase, a copy of the Purchase contract and written consent of the owner; or

• If an authorized agent, a copy of the Agency Agreement and written consent of the owner; or

• If a lessee, a copy of the lease agreement and written consent of the owner; or

• If a corporation or other business entity, the name of the officer or person responsible for the application and written proof that said representative has the delegated authority to represent the corporation or other business entity; or

• If a group of contiguous property owners, written consent of the owners of a least (50) percent of the property described in the application.

In the case of an application submitted by a neighborhood or condominium association, documentation shall be provided indicating that a formal motion was made and approved by the association regarding the proposed application (i.e. meeting minutes, final order, etc.).

For new construction in historic districts please provide a drawing that creates depth and gives the observer the impression of a three-dimensional representation of the proposed structure.

If an application to abandon a right-of-way is submitted by an organization which purports to represent residents within an identifiable neighborhood, the application shall identify the person(s) authorized to represent the organization and shall contain the names, addresses and signatures of the owners of not less than 75 percent of the properties in such neighborhood. To determine the percentage of properties represented, each property and each owner thereof shall be identified from the current county property tax rolls. If property is in condominium ownership, each dwelling unit therein shall be an individual property.

For Historic Preservation (HP) Applications: Photographs shall be provided of the following:

• The main façade or site if the request is for new construction.

• Any façade affected by the proposed action.

• Surrounding properties as defined by the Zoning and Land Development Regulations are required for all new construction applications.

For Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Applications: Pictures from all angles of the subject property shall be provided.

In addition to .pdf format, Photographs / Pictures can also be provided in .jpeg, .jpg, .png, .tif, and .tiff formats.

A plant list shall be provided describing the species and tree canopy diameter for each of the trees, and the size of palms, that are proposed to be removed or relocated.

A plant list shall be provided describing the species and the sizes of all replacement trees and/or palms that are proposed.

A plat, prepared in accordance with Chapter 177, Florida Statutes, shall be provided.

The mylar version of the plat shall not be prepared until City staff has indicated it is acceptable to do so.

If applicable, submit a uniform street name and site address system plan.

The preferred siting of a wireless communication facility within the City will be in accordance with the siting alternatives order provided in Section 94-322 of the City's Zoning and Land Development Regulations.

For attached, collocated, or combined antenna: Where a lower ranked alternative is proposed, the applicant must file relevant justification, including, but not limited to, an affidavit by a licensed engineer with documented expertise in radio frequency propagation, demonstrating that despite diligent efforts to adhere to the established hierarchy within the geographic search area, higher ranked options are not technically feasible, practical or justified given the location of the proposed wireless communications facility.

For mitigated or freestanding tower: Where a lower ranked alternative is proposed, the applicant must demonstrate higher ranked options are not technically feasible, practical, or justified given the location of the proposed wireless communications facility, and the existing land uses of the subject and surrounding properties within 300 feet of the proposed tower.

Product information shall be provided for all proposed materials, including (but not limited to) exterior fabric/finishes, roofing materials, awnings, shutters, fencing, windows and doors. Such information may include the manufacturer's cut-sheet for proposed materials.

Any master development plan submitted in support of an application shall be accompanied by letters which certify that the services of two (2) or more of the following professionals were utilized in the design or planning process:

• An urban planner who possesses the education and experience to qualify for full membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners.

• A landscape architect who possesses the education and experience to qualify for full membership in the American Society of Landscape Architects.

• A practicing civil engineer licensed by the State of Florida.

• A practicing architect licensed by the State of Florida.

A Data Table shall be provided that includes the following information:

• Existing Building Square Footage, including a breakdown of air-conditioned spaces and non air-conditioned roofed spaces.

• Lot Size (square feet).

• Proposed square footage (as a result of proposed action) including a breakdown of air-conditioned spaces and non air-conditioned roofed spaces.

A signed and notarized Property Owners List Affidavit(PDF, 342KB) shall be provided, signed by the individual who obtained the Address List, Radius Map, etc. from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Mapping Office.

After all improvements are completed please submit the completed work application cover sheet and photos documenting the finished interior and exterior work.

After the passage of the Resolution by the City Commission, the Property Tax Exemption Covenant will be signed by the Historic Preservation Planner. The Covenant must then be recorded by the property owner (at an additional charge) in the official records of Palm Beach County. The Covenant may be recorded at the following location:

The Palm Beach County Court House
Recording Department, Room 4.25
205 N. Dixie Hwy.
P.O. Box 4177
West Palm Beach, FL 33402
Phone: (561) 355-2991

Two (2) copies of the recorded Covenant must be delivered to the Historic Preservation Section. One (1) of the Property Tax Exemption Covenant copies must be a Certified Copy.

The City of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County have passed Property Tax Abatement Exemption Ordinances, which authorize granting an exemption from increases to ad valorem taxes for qualified improvements to contributing or individual properties listed in the West Palm Beach Register of Historic Places. This exemption does not apply to assessed land value, only to the value of the improvements. Please fill out this application in conjunction with the Certificate of Appropriateness for approval of a qualified rehabilitation project prior to commencement.

An address list of all property owner's mailing addresses within 500 feet of the subject property shall be provided. This may be obtained by contacting the following:

Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office
301 North Olive Avenue, 1st floor
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
Phone: 561.355.2866

Website: https://pbcpao.gov/departments/public_services.htm

Note: In addition to .pdf format, the Public Notice Address List can also be provided in .xls or .xlsx format.

If the Property Owners List (obtained from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office) indicates that there are more than 50 properties within the required mailing radius, it will be the applicant's responsibility to mail the notices.

Upon mailing, the applicant shall provide a signed and notarized Public Notice Mailer Affidavit(PDF, 364KB) attesting to the date upon which such notices were sent.

A radius map shall be provided showing those properties within 500 feet of the subject property line. This may be obtained by contacting the following:

Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office
301 North Olive Avenue, 1st floor
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
Phone: 561.355.2866

Website: https://pbcpao.gov/departments/public_services.htm

For new construction in historic districts please provide a line drawing of properties for 250' feet in each direction of the subject lot.

A map shall be provided indicating the applicant's existing RF signal propagation.

A map shall be provided indicating the applicant's proposed new RF signal propagation.

A Roof Plan shall be submitted for all additions and new construction projects and may be required for demolition, carports, porches, mechanical systems, decks, patios and pergolas. Please check with an Historic Preservation Planner for applicability (See the Staff Directory).

For projects containing residential dwelling units, or increasing residential development potential, a School Capacity Availability Determination (SCAD) will need to be obtained from the School District of Palm Beach County.

School District of Palm Beach County
3300 Forest Hill Boulevard
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Phone: 561.882.1941 or 561.882.1940
Website: Palm Beach County School District - Find My School

A map of the same search ring submitted and used by the applicant's site locator shall be provided.

A statement shall be provided indicating that the submitted search ring is the same as that which was utilized in the selection of the site.

A Section Plan may be required for new construction. Check with a Historic Preservation Planner for applicability. Please call 561-822-1457 for the City Historic Preservation Planner. 

A signed and notarized Sign Posting Affidavit(PDF, 361KB) shall be provided, signed by the individual who installed the required public notice sign. The affidavit attests to the date of installation and the number signs installed and shall be accompanied by pictures of the signs. The affidavit and pictures shall be provided at least five (5) days prior to the required public hearing.

Pictures of the public notice signs shall be provided along with the required affidavit. The affidavit and pictures shall be provided at least five (5) days prior to the required public hearing.

NOTE: In addition to .pdf format, the Sign Posting Pictures can also be provided in .jpeg, .jpg, .png, .tif, and .tiff formats.

A Site Plan shall be provided. Please refer to the Site Plan Checklist(PDF, 180KB) for all of the information that is required to be provided on the plan. Items which are omitted may cause a delay in the review process. Plans should be drawn to scale with adequate resolution for verification of measurements.

In connection with the application types below, responses shall be provided indicating how you will meet or comply with each of the applicable standards indicated. Unless otherwise noted, all Section references are to the City's Zoning and Land Development Regulations.

Required for new construction and some additions, a line drawing shall be provided showing the street elevation 250 feet in each direction from the subject property. Check with an Historic Preservation Planner for applicability. 

Example:

For demolition applications submitted to the Historic Preservation Board, it is recommended that a certified engineer's report testifying to the structural condition of the structure be provided. Up to three (3) reports may be requested by the Historic Preservation Board.

An ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey shall be prepared and signed/sealed by a Florida registered surveyor. The ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey must meet the “Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys” as adopted by the American Land Title Association, American Congress on Surveying and Mapping, and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. In addition to the minimum standards, the ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey shall also provide the following:

• Vicinity map showing the property in reference to nearby highways or major street intersections.

• Gross land area (to the nearest one-hundredth (1/100) of an acre).

• Substantial, visual improvements (in addition to buildings) such as billboards, signs, parking structures, swimming pools, etc.

• Parking areas and, if striped, the striping and type (e.g. handicapped, motorcycle, regular, etc.) and number of parking spaces.

• Indication of access to a public way on land such as curb cuts and driveways, and to and from waters adjoining the surveyed tract, such as boat slips, launches, piers and docks.

• Location of utilities as determined by observed evidence together with evidence obtained from utility companies.

The ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey shall be within one (1) year old and accompanied by a current Ownership and Encumbrance (O & E) Report, which shall include all easements and restrictions of record, or a current title policy.

For eminent domain proceedings, the survey shall show the area subject to the eminent domain proceedings as well as the remainder parcel. 

To obtain a Traffic Performance Standards (TPS) Letter, you will need to contact the Palm Beach County Department of Engineering and Public Works - Traffic Division.

Palm Beach County
Department of Engineering and Public Works - Traffic Division
2300 North Jog Road, 3rd Floor
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Phone: 561.684.4030

A traffic study of the proposed development certified by a professional engineer practicing traffic engineering may be required.

Obtaining TPS approval from Palm Beach County or being located within a concurrency exception area (Coastal Residential Exception Area or Downtown Traffic Concurrency Exception Area) does not preclude the City from requesting further analysis or a more in-depth traffic study in light of traffic concerns or potential negative impacts to the transportation network.

When a traffic study is required, a meeting shall be held with the City's Transportation Engineer prior to submission of the application in order to discuss the traffic study, impact of the development, and possible mitigation that may be required. Please contact:

City Transportation Engineer
City of West Palm Beach Engineering Services Department
401 Clematis Street
4th Floor
P.O. Box 3366
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402
Phone: 561.494.1040
TTY: 800.955.8771

For applications involving a Future Land Use Map Amendment, a Future Land Use Amendment Traffic Analysis may be required. For details, please contact:

Alex Hansen, AICP – City Comprehensive Planner
City of West Palm Beach Development Services Department – Planning Division
401 Clematis Street
2nd Floor
P.O. Box 3147
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402
Phone: 561.822.1463
TTY: 800.955.8771
Email: ahansen@wpb.org

A plan, aerial, or survey of the site shall be provided indicating the locations of all trees and/or palms to be removed and/or relocated, as well as the locations of any proposed replacement trees.

An Arborists Report may be required for Tree Alteration Permits.

An arborist report is required for native trees that are proposed to be removed.

Arborist reports should include a Tree Disposition Plan. Trees on the subject site should be labeled as to whether they are proposed to remain, to be removed, or to be relocated. All trees should be given a rating of good, fair, or poor. The report should explain why the native trees that are proposed for removal that received a rating of good cannot be relocated onsite. The square footage of the canopy of each tree proposed for removal shall be provided and the mitigation will be based off of this square footage. A landscape plan may be required after a Tree Alteration Permit is approved. This landscape plan serves to verify that the tree mitigation requirements have been met. Please refer to the Landscape Plan Checklist for all of the information that is required to be provided on the plan

Firm evidence of the unified control of the entire area within the petition shall be provided along with a statement from the applicant indicating that if the land is developed, the applicant shall:

1. Do so in accordance with the Master Plan of development officially adopted for the district, in accordance with the regulations existing when the amendment creating the Planned Development (PD) district or Special Use is passed and in accordance with such other conditions or modifications as may be attached to the rezoning of the land to the PD classifications or Special Use Permit.

2. Provide agreements, contracts, deed restrictions, or sureties acceptable to the City for completion of the        undertaking in accordance with the adopted Master Plan as well as for the continuing functions and facilities as are to be provided, operated or maintained at general public expenses; and

• Bind all development successors in title to any commitments made under (1.) and (2.) preceding.

Provide written confirmation that the Public Utilities Department has reviewed the proposal for water, sewage treatment, storm drainage and garbage collection services. Please contact:

City of West Palm Beach Engineering Services Department
401 Clematis Street
4th Floor P.O. Box 3366
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402
Phone: 561.494.1040
Fax: 561.494.1117
TTY: 800.955.8771

Important: Review the City of West Palm Beach Public Utilities Department Notice(PDF, 1MB) regarding information required to be submitted with the letter request. Additionally, information may be found about extension of water or sewer service facilities.

Letters from all public utilities shall also be provided confirming that the proposed project does not encroach into their easements or otherwise interfere with the provisions of their services:

Telephone

Vincent Lim
Manager OSP Planning & Engineering Design
AT&T Telecommunication
120 North K Street
3rd Floor
Lake Worth, FL 33460
Phone: 561.540.2639
Email: vl4396@att.com

Natural Gas

Ivan Gibbs
Florida Public Utilities
1635 Meathe Drive
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Phone: 561.723.3459
General Phone: 1.800.427.7712
Fax: 561.838.1769
Email: engineering-wpb@fpuc.com

Electric Service

Florida Power & Light Company
810 Charlotte Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

The FP&L Project Manager (including name and telephone number) for the project's location may be found online.

Television Cable

Anthony Springsteel
Comcast Cable Communications
10435 Ironwood Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Phone: 561.804.0973
Fax: 561.640.0231
Email: anthony_springsteel@cable.comcast.com

The applicant must demonstrate that a proposed new tower does not create a significant adverse visual aesthetic impact on the surrounding landscape, adjacent properties and lines of sight. A visual impact analysis shall be provided, including simulated photographic evidence of the proposed tower and antenna appearance from any and all residential areas within 1,500 feet and other area vantage points approved by the Planning Division, including the facility types the applicant has considered. Such simulations shall demonstrate the potential visual impact on the area, including but not limited to:

• Overall height

• Configuration

• Physical location

• Mass and scale

• Materials and color

• Illumination

• Architectural design

A copy of the last recorded Warranty Deed shall be provided. Copies can be obtained from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser or Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller.

• Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

• Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

For proposed replacement and/or installation of windows, doors, awnings or shutters, please provide a window and door opening schedule. The schedule should consist of a sketch of each floor of the structure with openings clearly defined as existing in terms of quantity, size, style and material corresponding appropriately to a proposed window and door schedule as a result of the requested action.

An existing and proposed window schedule shall be included for all window replacement request.

A signed and notarized Zoning Compliance Affidavit shall be provided confirming and certifying that the Petitioner(s) of the area proposed to be annexed will comply with the City of West Palm Beach Zoning and Land Development Regulations.