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Rezoning Petition Submitted by Richard Edward Roach and Kimberly Ann Roach for Property Located on Faculty Street (H2535)
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Rezoning Request:
Rezoning from R-1C (Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential)
General Location:
South side of Faculty Street, approximately 325’ west of the intersection of Split Stone Drive and Faculty Street
Parcel Key Number:
22521
Summary of Applicant’s Request:
The petitioner is requesting to rezone Parcel Key No. 22521 which consists of approximately 1.16 acres, from its current designation of R1-C (Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential).
A single-family residence was recently constructed on the property, and the petitioner plans to incorporate small-scale agricultural activities on-site. The proposed activities include raising chickens and livestock, cultivating a vegetable garden, and practicing sustainable homesteading with the goal of establishing a self-sufficient lifestyle.
Public Hearing History
This item was postponed from the November 10, 2025, Planning and Zoning Commission due to a request by the applicant for personal reasons.
On December 8, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution approving the petitioner’s request for a rezoning from R-1C (Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential) in accordance with the staff report.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
A matter of policy. There is no financial impact.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board has the authority to make the requested rezoning decision pursuant to Chapters 125 and 163 Florida Statutes. The Applicable Criteria for a Zoning District Amendment are contained in Appendix A (Zoning Code), Article VI. The Zoning District Amendment must be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board adopt the attached resolution and authorize the Chairman to sign the same, thereby approving the petitioner’s request for a rezoning from R-1C (Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential) in accordance with the staff report.