Summary
The 34 mechanical car lifts installed in the early 1990s are functionally obsolete — too small for modern SUVs, hard to maintain near the salt air, and considered hazardous by senior residents. Removing them converts those spots to regular garage parking, and the HOA's survey found only 35.4% of open spaces were in use, so the complex should end up with more usable parking than today.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
No cost to the city; the HOA bears lift removal costs and residents gain usable parking.
Ocean Harbor House residents — especially the 34 affected unit owners and seniors who couldn't safely use the lifts — plus neighbors who'll see fewer cars parking on surrounding streets.
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