Residents urge county to tighten rules after Hammock Harbor settlement, raising annexation and coastal concerns Residents of the Hammock and other community groups urged Flagler County to strengthen land-development tools and training after a settlement allowed a large warehouse-style project they say violates the scenic A1A overlay; speakers called for code changes, stronger enforcement and more staff training.

Flagler County residents are rallying for stronger land-development protections after a controversial settlement threatens the scenic character of the Hammock area.

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St. Augustine Beach adopts rules easing tree-saving setbacks and narrows street-side setback for narrow oceanfront lots The commission unanimously adopted two land-development ordinances: a code change to allow flexible setbacks to preserve trees and a separate change shrinking street-side setbacks for oceanfront lots 46.5 feet wide or less from 12 feet to 8.5 feet; staff and an architect said the changes clarify design rules and address practical constraints on narrow lots.

St. Augustine Beach just made a bold move to protect trees and ease building restrictions on narrow oceanfront lots—what does this mean for future development?

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Spokane County adopts higher public-works fees, phases increases over three years After a staff presentation noting fees had not been updated in a decade or more, the Spokane County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved amendments to public-works fees and Spokane County Code chapters 3.2, 8.03 and 9.14 on Jan. 13, 2026, with several increases phased in over three years to ease the transition for developers and permit applicants.

Spokane County is set to update its public-works fee schedule for the first time in over a decade, with significant increases and a phased implementation to ease the transition for developers.

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Bonner County residents demand action on land divisions and emergency response issues Residents express frustration over land development and response capabilities at Bonner County meeting

Bonner County residents are raising alarms over rapid development and soaring public safety concerns, demanding urgent action from their leaders.

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