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First Public Hearing on Ordinance Revising Sidewalk Requirements
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
On December 2, 2025, the Development Services Director presented draft revisions to multiple sections of Appendix A (Zoning) of the Hernando County Land Regulations to the Board. One of the items discussed was clarification on the requirements for sidewalk construction along Florida Department of Transportation corridors and within certain rural and agricultural-residential districts.
The proposed ordinance provides for the following:
• Sidewalks shall not be constructed along Florida Department of Transportation roadways unless required by said agency.
• Sidewalks may not be required for properties in the AG, AR-1, AR-2, AR, or PDP(RUR) zoning districts. Sidewalks will not be required along the property frontage, unless connecting to an existing sidewalk. This does not relieve projects from complying with internal sidewalk requirements.
• Should a waiver be granted, the property shall be required to participate in any Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) for sidewalk installation along the property.
If approved, the Ordinance will be scheduled for adoption at a second public hearing on April 7, 2026.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact associated with this request.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board has the authority to act on this matter pursuant to Chapter 125, Florida Statutes.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board discuss the proposed ordinance, take public comment, and approve scheduling the second public hearing for adoption on April 7, 2026.