
The Governmental Issues Council tracks the City Commission agendas/meetings to keep pace with any ordinances and/or resolutions.
1565 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
You may pickup an application at the Office of the City Auditor and Clerk, 1565 First Street, Sarasota, Florida, 34236. To have an application mailed or faxed call telephone number (941) 954-4160.You can also download and print an application by using the link below. Unless otherwise noted, preference is given to persons who reside or own property in the City of Sarasota.
Download the Advisory Board Application.
The Board of Adjustment was established for the purposes of hearing and deciding appeals regarding decisions or determinations made by the Building and Zoning Administrator in the enforcement of the Zoning Code. Subsequently, if the Administrator's literal translation of the Code is determined to have resulted in an unnecessary or undue hardship, the Board of Adjustment has the authority to grant certain variances within specific guidelines. The board consists of 5 members who possess the technical, professional, financial, business or administrative skills necessary to accomplish the work of the board. Meetings are generally held on the last Wednesday of each month, at 1:30 p.m., in the City Commission Chambers. The board is supported by the Building Department, with Ms. Kim DeNais assigned as Contact Person, she can be reached at 941-954-4147.
View Board of Adjustment Guidelines
View List of Members
Download the Advisory Board Application Form
The Sarasota Affordable Housing Advisory Committee was established for the purposes of reviewing the established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations and adopted local government comprehensive plan. The committee may also recommend specific actions or initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing while protecting the ability of the property to appreciate in value. The committee consists of 11 members appointed by the City Commission who have met certain specified seat requirements connected to affordable housing.
View Afforable Housing Advisory Committee Guidelines
View Afforable Housing Advisory Committee List of Members
Download the Advisory Board Application Form