Summary
A new screened electrical substation will support the Beach Boardwalk on property adjacent to 400 Beach Street. The approval comes with noise-mitigation and appearance conditions meant to protect neighbors and keep the structure visually compatible with the beach area.
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
If noise complaints arise, the owner—not the city—must pay for the required acoustic study.
The Boardwalk gains electrical infrastructure, and nearby residents get noise and appearance protections built into the permit.
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