b) Regulate the use of land and water consistent with this Element and ensure the compatibility of adjacent

City Commission Meetings · 2026-04-28 · agenda_item

The City of Panama City is reviewing proposed regulations for land and water use. These regulations aim to ensure compatible adjacent land uses by establishing detailed requirements. This includes updating the official land use map, defining land use districts and allowable uses, and setting environmental protection and development standards. Measures to reduce nuisances from incompatible uses and provisions for eliminating nonconforming uses are also part of the review. This item is currently under review by the City Commission. The work will involve updating official maps and land use district definitions, which could lead to future development projects requiring site clearing, grading, utility work, paving, building construction, and landscaping. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should engage early to understand these upcoming regulatory changes and potential development opportunities.