St. Pete Beach residents demand faster permits for hurricane repairs, citing financial strain.

Residents and business owners in St. Pete Beach are frustrated with the city's slow permitting process for repairs following hurricanes. Over 100 gathered at City Hall urging leaders to expedite permits, with some facing financial distress. Since October 1st, the city received over 1,000 requests but issued only about 100 permits. City officials say delays are due to FEMA paperwork, though they have hired more staff to help. A new FEMA packet due out soon may remove any financial cushions for repairs.

November 20, 2024
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