What is being considered at the May 28, 2026 hearing?

The county will consider abandoning part of a public drainage easement in the Forest Oaks development.

Where and when is the hearing?

May 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers, 301 N. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach.

How can I get the legal property description?

Contact the Land Development Division at 561-684-4130 to request the legal description.

Abandonment — 301 N. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL

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Palm Beach County will hold a public hearing on May 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. to consider abandoning a portion of a public drainage easement within the Forest Oaks residential development; interested parties may attend or request the legal description.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: May 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
Proposal: abandon part of a public drainage easement
Location: Forest Oaks, south of Lake Worth Road
Contact Land Development Division for legal description
Hearing at County Governmental Center, Jane M. Thompson Chambers

Published: May 10, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Abandonment
City: West Palm Beach
Address

301 N. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL

Research context

56 abandonment notices in West Palm Beach (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the public hearing
Go to the Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers at 301 N. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach on May 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. to speak or listen.
2
Request the legal description
Call the Land Development Division at 561-684-4130 to review the exact easement boundaries before the hearing.
3
Consult a property attorney
If you are a homeowner or buyer in Forest Oaks, consult an attorney to understand impacts on property rights before May 28, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is being considered at the May 28, 2026 hearing?: The county will consider abandoning part of a public drainage easement in the Forest Oaks development.
Where and when is the hearing?: May 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers, 301 N. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach.
How can I get the legal property description?: Contact the Land Development Division at 561-684-4130 to request the legal description.

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Legal terms in this notice

easement: A legal right allowing use of someone else's land for a specific purpose, like drainage.
abandonment (of an easement): The formal relinquishment of public or private rights in an easement by the holder.
plat book: Public record volume that maps subdivisions, showing lots, streets, and easements.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY WILL CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 28, 2026, AT 9:30 A.M., IN THE JANE M. THOMPSON MEMORIAL CHAMBERS, ROBERT WEISMAN PALM BEACH COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL CENTER, SIXTH FLOOR, 301 N. OLIVE AVENUE, WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA TO CONSIDER:
AB72289 FOREST OAKS POD B DE ABANDONMENT: ABANDONING ANY PUBLIC INTEREST IN A PORTION OF A PUBLIC DRAINAGE EASEMENT, LYING IN TRACTS B7 AND OST17, AS SHOWN IN THE FOREST OAKS RESIDENTIAL PUD, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 137, PAGES 152 THROUGH 173, PUBLIC RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY.
LOCATION: SOUTH OF LAKE WORTH ROAD AND EAST OF FLORIDAS TURNPIKE; COMMISSION DISTRICT 3  SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST.
ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND AND BE HEARD. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PUBLIC HEARING OR WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE LEGAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION, CONTACT THE LAND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION, 561-684-4130.

DAVID L. RICKS, P.E.
COUNTY ENGINEER
May 10,2026 12309996

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