Pompano Beach regulates building heights through the Zoning Code Article 3 (Zoning Districts). Maximum heights vary by district. Structures in flood hazard areas must meet elevated floor requirements under Ordinance 152.29. The city is in the HVHZ and follows the 2023 Florida Building Code with Broward County provisions. Section 155.9402 provides for height exceptions and variations.
Building height limits in Pompano Beach are established by zoning district in Article 3 of the Zoning Code. Different districts have different maximum heights measured from grade to the highest point. Section 155.9402 provides exceptions and variations for certain features (elevator penthouses, mechanical equipment, steeples). Structures in flood hazard areas must meet elevated finished floor requirements under city Ordinance 152.29. In coastal high hazard areas (Zone V/VE), structures must comply with Florida Building Code Section 3109 and 1612. The city is in the HVHZ, requiring compliance with stringent wind load standards.
Exceeding height limits is a zoning violation. Non-compliant structures may require modification.
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