Hollywood Planning and Development Board Meeting – May 12, 2026

The Hollywood Planning and Development Board met on May 12, 2026, to consider a design and site plan application for a new multi-family residential development at 2323 Polk Street. The meeting included procedural quasi-judicial formalities, public comment, and a vote to approve the project. Staff also provided a summary of recent City Commission actions.

Public Comments & Testimony

• A resident, Christina, expressed concern about noise from construction impacting her autistic grandson and her husband's health. She did not state support or opposition but raised the issue of sensitivity to sounds.

Discussion Items

• Item 24-DP-78 – 2323 Polk Street: Applicant 2323 Polk LLC proposes a four-story, 27-unit multi-family building with approximately 30,600 square feet in the DH-2 zoning district within the Regional Activity Center. Staff presentation confirmed compliance with zoning, open space (21% proposed), parking (55 spaces, including tandem spaces for two-bedroom units), height (42 feet, under the 45-foot maximum), and design guidelines. Architectural features include a public art facade, green wall, and glass balconies. No variances were requested.
• Board Questions: A board member clarified that tandem parking for two-bedroom units does not require a waiver. Staff confirmed conditions were attached to the site plan approval.
• Applicant Remarks: The representative stated they have worked on the project for a year and a half, complied with all departments, and requested staff’s recommendation for approval.

Key Outcomes

• Design Approval: Motion to approve the design for application 24-DP-78 carried unanimously (all ayes, no opposed).
• Site Plan Approval: Motion to approve the site plan with three conditions carried unanimously (all ayes, no opposed). Conditions: 1) Record a covenant for mechanical parking lifts holding the city harmless; 2) Revise road restoration plan to include full northbound lane along Polk Street; 3) Coordinate with Public Utilities on encroachments within utility easements.
• Staff Summary of City Commission Actions: Several items from prior board recommendations were passed by City Commission, including North 16th Avenue item, 2200 Jackson Street rezoning (both readings), 1402 North Surf Road flex unit allocation, and a land use plan amendment for the Regional Activity Center and Transit-Oriented Corridor. Two public explanation sessions are being scheduled.