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Planning and Development Commission · 2026-05-07 · agenda_item

Citrus County is reviewing land use plans for areas around three planned interchanges for the Suncoast Parkway Extension 2. The extension will add three miles of toll road from the current end point at State Road 44 to County Road 486. The interchanges are planned at Cardinal Street, State Road 44, and County Road 486. The county is considering three future land use scenarios: Trend, Focused Growth, and Resilient Citrus County. These scenarios explore potential development, including commercial, office, and light industrial uses, to leverage the new highway access. This review is currently under consideration, with recommendations being made by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. The project scope could involve site preparation, utility work, road construction, and building construction for commercial, office, or industrial facilities. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should engage with county planning officials and the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council to understand the potential development timelines and opportunities as these land use plans are finalized.