Subject:
Title
Jay Steinke and Grant Steinke request a zoning classification change from GU to AU. (25Z00038) (Tax Account 2504763) (District 2)
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Fiscal Impact:
None
Dept/Office:
Planning and Development
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Planning and Zoning Board conduct a public hearing to consider a change of zoning classification from GU (General Use) to AU (Agricultural Residential).
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The applicant is requesting a change of zoning classification from GU (General Use) to AU (Agricultural Residential) on a 14.94-acre portion of a 21.48-acre parcel. The entire property is currently vacant, and the applicant intends to develop the subject property for personal and commercial agricultural pursuits followed by a single-family residence. With the proposed use by the applicant, a roadside stand could potentially be used for selling the grown produce on the property, or the property could be used for agritourism activities. Agritourism, as defined by Florida Statute, is any agricultural-related activity consistent with a bona fide farm, livestock operation, or ranch or in a working forest, which allows members of the general public, for recreational, entertainment, or educational purposes, to view or enjoy activities, including farming, ranching, historical, cultural, civic, ceremonial, training, and exhibition, or harvest-your-own activities and attractions. A roadside stand pursuant to Section 62-1945.5, states: Roadside stands are subject to site plan approval, with the following minimum requirements:
(1) All parking for salespeople and customers shall be on the property of the landowner, and there shall be no parking permitted on a right-of-way.
(2) Roadside stands shall be subject to site plan approval as provided in Article VIII, site plans.
(3) Roadside stands shall meet the same setbacks required for primary structures located in the applicable zoning classification.
The subject property F...
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