New condos could be on the horizon for the Marco Island Marriott Resort and Golf Club, but they could come at a cost. The tower can be as high as 180 feet, according to the plan. Tennis courts across the street from the resort would also be removed in favor of more parking. Some residents living near the tennis courts have said they oppose a high-rise parking garage planned for the tennis court property. The PUD is a request to change zoning for the site of the Marriott.
PUDs require the developer to create something for the community, such as the beach walkway.
Other examples of PUDs include the land Dale Glon is setting aside for the city next to his planned hotel on Elkcam Circle and the boardwalk and docks Jack Antaramian will build at the Esplanade on Collier Boulevard. The Marco Island Planning Board will consider Marriott's request at a 9 a.m. meeting, Friday, May 25, at Mackle Park. Don Pickworth, the attorney representing the Marriott, could not be reached for comment by press time. MICA President Jim Arnold said he believes the city must consider at least two issues before it pushes for more public access to Marco beaches. To have one more beach access, it doesn't bother me.