Development News for Cocoa, Florida

City Council Approves First Reading of Ordinance for 1.16-Acre Annexation for Industrial Development

The City Council reviewed and approved the first reading of Ordinance 07-2026, concerning the annexation of approximately 1.16 acres of real property located east of Gryom Parkway, north of Oxbow Circle, and south of Canaveral Groves Boulevard. This annexation is necessary because the parcel is within the city's wastewater utility service area, and connection to this service requires annexation for non-city property contiguous to the city boundary. The property owners, Dale and Lorie Morris, are represented by Alex Gets of KPM Franklin, with Park Industrial LLC as the applicant. The proposed development for the aggregated property includes industrial complex operations such as warehouse and distribution, contractor offices, light and heavy manufacturing, outdoor storage, and heavy equipment rental/repair/service/sales. The annexation requires assigning industrial future land use and M2 zoning, with the planning and zoning board review tentatively scheduled for July. The annexation is consistent with city policies encouraging voluntary annexation and with Florida statutes for voluntary annexations. There were no public responses to advertising for this parcel.

Sirrus Mixed-Use PUD Phase 2 Commercial Development Approved, Including Quick-Service Restaurant and Dental Office

The City Council held the second and final reading of Ordinance 10-2026, approving a final Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment, the first addendum to the development agreement, and final development plans for the Sirius mixed-use PUD Phase 2 commercial development. This amendment pertains to two parcels totaling approximately 1.5 acres, located on State Road 524, south of State Road 528, and west of East Industry Road. The proposal includes a quick-service restaurant and a dental office intended to serve the surrounding residential area. This amendment finalizes development standards for the commercial phase, including site layout, access, landscaping, and parking, and remains consistent with the overall approved PUD framework and previously approved development intensity. Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions outlined in the staff report. Chipotle was mentioned as a potential tenant, and its arrival was supported by council members. The ordinance passed unanimously.

City Secures Nearly $10 Million in Federal and State Funding for Fire Station, Infrastructure, and Multimodal Access Road

The City Manager reported on significant federal and state funding approvals. A request for a new fire station in northwest Cocoa has passed the subcommittee and is slated for $2 million in funding, supported by Congressman Herodopoulos. An additional $1 million was secured for wastewater infrastructure expansion in the same area. Furthermore, $2 million has been allocated in the state budget for the Cocoa Multimodal Station Access Road, and $4.7 million for baffle box projects in the city. This brings the total funding secured to $9.7 million. These projects are aligned with the city's strategic and capital improvement plans.

City Council Reviews Ordinance to Allow Large-Scale Recreation Centers in Industrial Zones

The City Council considered the first reading of Ordinance 04-2026, which amends Appendix A, Article 11, Section 19 of the zoning ordinance to permit large-scale commercial recreation centers and gym/fitness facilities over 12,000 square feet in the M2 (Manufacturing and Industrial) zoning district. This reading is a repeat due to advertisement complications. The amendment was previously approved by the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council on April 14, 2026. The request aims to formally recognize and clarify indoor recreation uses, such as the existing Beachline Raceway facility which has operated since 2017. The amendment also establishes development standards for similar indoor recreational uses compatible with industrial areas. The ordinance passed unanimously on the first reading.