Proposed Improvements for Key West Aquarium

Original title: Minor Development Plan and Conditional Use - 1 Whitehead Street (RE# 00072082-001900) A request for a Minor Development Plan and Conditional Use to allow improvements associated with an existing aquarium (cultural and civic) use, including the construction of approximately 1,200 square feet of over-water decking and a wave attenuator system over submerged lands, at property located at 1 Whitehead Street within the Historic Public and Semipublic (HPS) zoning district, pursuant to Sections 108-91 and 122-62 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Key West, Florida.

July 16, 2026

Urban Planning Waterfront Development Key West Infrastructure

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The Frame

What this does

This project involves construction over public submerged lands and affects the infrastructure of a prominent local cultural site.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 16, 2026.

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Summary

The Key West Planning Board has approved a request to upgrade the existing aquarium located at 1 Whitehead Street. The project includes building 1,200 square feet of new over-water decking and installing a wave attenuator, which is a structure designed to reduce wave energy and protect the shoreline.

Why It Matters

This project involves construction over public submerged lands and affects the infrastructure of a prominent local cultural site.

Key Facts

The project adds 1,200 square feet of decking over the water.
A wave attenuator system will be installed to manage water impact.
The site is located in the Historic Public and Semipublic zoning district.

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