Community and Economic Development

Community Enhancement

The Community Enhancement Division works in cooperation with residents and businesses alike, to build strong community partnerships, and to ensure compliance with code standards, in order to enhance the appearance and safety of our community.

Contact: 

Donald Jay Quier
Code Administrator
954-630-4398
Email

Laura Adams
Administrative Specialist
954-630-4572
Email

Business Regulatory Unit

The Business Regulatory Unit ensures that businesses adhere to all regulations outlined in the City's Code of Ordinances. In addition, the Business Regulatory Unit monitors business licensing, approves applications, and inspects properties to verify that all requirements for the purposed use(s) have been met.

Contact:
Joseph Diskin
Business Regulatory Unit Supervisor
954-630-4571
Email

Quick Links

Process for Opening a Business
Business Tax Receipt Application/Affidavit/Checklist
View/Pay Business Tax Receipt 
Update Business Tax Receipt Info
View Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Excerpt of general Code Ordinance
Short-Term Rental License Application: Apply Online
Massage and Health Spa Permit Application Package
Ordinance SEC. 7-156
In Good Standing and Revocation Information
Notice of Prohibited Acts Statement
Open Past Midnight Permit Application (PDF)
Community Residence Permit Application
Group Housing Guide


Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Division strives to provide outstanding customer service while ensuring that development is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and meets or exceeds the requirements of the Land Development Code.

Contact:
Alexander Dambach
Planning Division Supervisor
954-630-4339
Email

Rick Buckeye
Senior Planner
954-630-4345
Email

Lorrainia Belle
Senior Planner
954-630-4573
Email

Melissa Alvarado
Administrative Specialist
954-630-4423
Email

Quick Links

Downtown Redevelopment
Incentives And Grants
Business Opportunities

OPCRA Website

On October 22nd, 2019, the Community Redevelopment Agency, in an effort to improve outreach and re-brand, launched the OPCRA website. Check us out at www.OPCRA.com

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Oakland Park Square

In October, the City Commission approved two different agreements with Integra Investments. The purchase and sale agreement for the two City-owned, vacant lots was approved on second reading and a separate development agreement was also approved. The due diligence period is now underway. The City is currently discussing with Integra the terms of the Lease Agreement for the relocation of City Hall, and upon conclusion, the agreement will be presented to the City Commission for consideration. 

Integra Investments filed their Pre-Development Application for the Oakland Park Square Project.  The applicant held their Neighborhood Participation Meeting on November 14, 2018, where residents and business owners had the opportunity to ask questions. This exciting development would be the first major mixed-use development in the City’s Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). 

BUSINESS INCENTIVES

The CRA offers incentives to new and existing businesses located within the CRA boundaries to aid in their growth and development. These incentives foster job creation and Downtown revitalization. For additional information, please contact Kaityn Collier at (954) 630-4475 or kaitlyn.collier@oaklandparkfl.gov. 

Comments from Local Businesses

We are very proud to be part of Downtown Oakland Park and represent the the Culinary Arts District with the growing trend of craft spirits. The Strategic Investment Program will help us to turn the roughly 4,000 square foot warehouse into a craft distillery. Working with the Oakland Park Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has been a smooth and fast process. The staff and City inspectors are very knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you CRA for your hard work and helping business owners to achieve their vision and goals. We are looking forward for future urban designs and improving the quality of life for the residents of Oakland Park

                                                                                               Bela Nahori, ChainBridge Distillery                                                                                                                    

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CRA DOCUMENTS

Annual Report 

  1. FY18 OPCRA Annual Report
  2. FY17 CRA Annual Report-Final
  3. FY16 CRA Annual Report
  4. OPCRA Annual Report 2015_

 Action Plan 

  1. 2017-2022 CRA Strategic Action Plan with Appendix
  2. 2017 -2022 CRA Strategic Action Plan Presentation
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