Fact: Boca Surf Park uses less than 10 percent of the 210 acre North Park property. Golf remains in the plan and continues to operate. The lagoon is sited beside existing recreation and is surrounded by trees, trails, and open lawns so the park remains green first. The intent is balance. A compact blue space set within a large green space that preserves the look and feel of North Park while adding a year round amenity for residents.
Fact: The lagoon supports 84 surfers per session and visits are scheduled across the day. The certified Traffic Impact Analysis by JMD Engineering projects about 1,121 total daily trips counting both arrivals and departures. Morning peak is about 32 trips and evening peak is about 90 trips. No new lanes, signals, or widening are required and nearby intersections remain within accepted service levels. Sessions are booked in advance which evens out arrivals and prevents sudden surges that you would see at a water park or stadium event.
Fact: Wave movement is generated by enclosed mechanical systems engineered for quiet operation. At the property boundary, measured sound levels are about 45 to 50 decibels which is similar to a calm conversation. The dominant sound is the natural peel of the wave. Enclosures, placement, and landscape berms further reduce off site sound so the park maintains the quiet character expected for North Park.
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Fact: Lighting uses full cutoff and low glare fixtures that direct illumination inward. Berms, tree canopies, and shields keep light on site. Levels are comparable to residential street lighting and fixtures dim automatically after sessions. The plan follows dark sky practice so the night sky and neighboring homes remain protected while pathways and public areas stay safely lit.
Fact: The lagoon operates on a closed loop recirculation cycle that filters and reuses the same water. Once filled, it maintains clarity through microfiltration and UV treatment. Typical annual use is comparable to irrigation for about 2 golf holes. There is no routine discharge to storm systems and the design incorporates rainwater capture and drought tolerant landscape to further lower demand.
Fact: Wavegarden systems are designed for efficient energy use per wave and include regenerative braking and optimized duty cycles. Overall consumption aligns with a small recreation facility rather than an industrial plant. The operating profile supports integration with renewable sources and off peak management to limit grid impact.
Fact: Boca Surf Park is designed for everyone. Programs include lessons for first time learners, safe beginner settings, and pathways for schools and youth groups along with training for experienced surfers. Consistent wave settings allow coaches to repeat skills and measure progression in ways that the ocean cannot guarantee daily.
Fact: Wavegarden lagoons support adaptive surfing and therapeutic programs led by non profit partners worldwide. Controlled waves expand access and create safe learning environments for participants of many abilities. Staff training, accessible entries, and partner led sessions make the experience welcoming.
Fact: Active areas are centered within the property and screened by native buffers of about 100 to 200 feet. Architecture and materials keep a low profile so the site reads as parkland. Lighting and sound strategies maintain quiet evenings while providing safe public access.
Fact: Certified reports for traffic, acoustics, lighting, and water systems are available for review in person under NDA. This protects proprietary engineering while allowing full transparency for residents, civic groups, and HOAs. We welcome direct questions and will bring the appropriate technical advisors to any meeting.
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