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III. Quasi-Judicial Hearings:
A special permit is under review for a temporary Fall Festival event at Suwannee Valley Resort LLC, located at 786 NW Stephen Foster Drive. The event is planned for September 30 to October 4, 2026, with specific operating hours each day. The applicant, BG Parkes, is requesting an extension of 1.5 hours past the 10 PM noise ordinance for certain days. This item is currently under review by the Planning & Zoning Board of Adjustments. The event would involve temporary setup and operations, including vendor stalls, entertainment, and potentially food services, requiring site preparation and management for a short duration. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as event setup, temporary structures, sanitation, and possibly security could find opportunities. Engaging early before final permits are issued allows businesses to understand the event's specific needs and potentially secure contracts.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 786 NW Stephen Foster DR
- Applicant:
- BG Parkes
IV. PROPOSED EVENT
The applicant plans a multi-day outdoor music and fall festival event on existing resort grounds. This event will require temporary staging, sound equipment, parking areas, security, and sanitation facilities. No permanent structures are planned for this event. This item is currently under review. The project will involve setting up temporary infrastructure, including stages and sound systems, and managing event logistics like parking and sanitation. This early stage presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage before final plans are set. Businesses specializing in event services, temporary structures, sound and lighting, security, and sanitation could find opportunities by reaching out now.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
Ill. Other Matters to be Added at the Discretion of the Chair/For the Good of the
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
Ill. Quasi-Judicial Hearings:
Suwannee Valley Resort LLC, represented by BG Parkes, is seeking a Special Permit for a temporary Fall Festival event. The event is planned for September 30 to October 4, 2026, at 786 NW Stephen Foster Drive. The applicant is requesting an exception to the 10 PM noise ordinance, allowing the event to extend 1.5 hours past the usual closing time on certain days. This item is currently under review by the Planning & Zoning Board of Adjustment. If approved, the event would involve temporary structures, event setup and breakdown, and potentially sound and lighting services. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as event rentals, temporary construction, electrical, and sound services could find opportunities by engaging with the applicant early in the process, before final plans and permits are secured.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 786 NW Stephen Foster DR
- Applicant:
- BG Parkes
Ill. SITE DESCRIPTION & SURROUNDING LAND USES
A property located along NW Stephen Foster Drive in White Springs is under review for a proposed change. The site is approximately 29.30 acres and is currently used as a campground and resort facility. This proposal is currently under review by the Planning & Zoning Board of Adjustments in Columbia County. If approved, this project could involve site preparation, grading, and potentially the installation of utilities and infrastructure. Following that, construction trades would be needed for vertical construction and finishes, with final landscaping to complete the project. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project scope as it develops, before final plans and bids are established, to identify potential opportunities.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- NW Stephen Foster Drive in White Springs
P&Z Agenda
The document is an agenda for the Columbia County Planning & Zoning Board meeting on August 27, 2026. It lists one quasi-judicial hearing: SP260801, a Special Permit for a Temporary Event by BG Parkes, owner of Suwannee Valley Resort LLC, for a Fall Festival event from September 30 to October 4, 2026, with a request for a 1.5-hour extension past the 10pm Noise Ordinance per Article V Sec 74.106 Exceptions. The parcel is # 18-2S-16-01638-000, located at 786 NW Stephen Foster DR. No decision is stated in the agenda. No public comment sentiment is stated. No other projects are listed.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- not stated (agenda only)
- Address:
- 786 NW Stephen Foster DR
- Applicant:
- BG Parkes, owner of Suwannee Valley Resort LLC
P&Z Agenda (with backup)
Special Permit application SP260801 by BG Parkes, owner of Suwannee Valley Resort LLC, for a temporary outdoor music event 'Rockin' the River Music Event' at 786 NW Stephen Foster Drive, White Springs, Florida 32096, on parcel 18-2S-16-01638-000. The property is approximately 29.30 acres, zoned A-3/ESA-2, and used as a campground/resort. The request is for a Fall Festival event from September 30 to October 4, 2026, with specific hours, and a request for a 1.5-hour noise extension past the 10:00 PM noise ordinance. Staff recommends approval. The public hearing is scheduled for August 27, 2026, at 5:30 pm. The document does not state a final decision, public comments, or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Staff recommends approval; final decision not stated in document
- Address:
- 786 NW Stephen Foster Drive, White Springs, Florida 32096
- Applicant:
- BG Parkes, owner of Suwannee Valley Resort LLC
U) Outdoor concerts and events that are subject to the county's temporary use permitting
A special permit is under review for outdoor events at 786 NW Stephen Foster Drive. The property is currently used as a campground and is designated for future event use in the county's land use map. The applicant, BG Parkes, representing Suwannee Valley Resort LLC, is requesting an extension for a Fall Festival event to operate later than the standard 10:00 p.m. noise ordinance on certain days. This review process involves a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning Board. If approved, this could involve temporary setup and teardown for event infrastructure, sound systems, and vendor services. Contractors and suppliers interested in providing services for temporary event needs, such as staging, sound, lighting, or other event-related support, should reach out to the applicant or county planning department early in the process, before final permits are issued.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 786 NW STEPHEN FOSTER DR
- Applicant:
- BG Parkes
V. CONSISTENCY WITH THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
This item concerns a proposed temporary use for outdoor concerts and similar events. The applicant is seeking a Special Permit for this temporary use, which is subject to approval by the Planning & Zoning Board of Adjustments in Columbia County. The request is currently under review and is considered consistent with the Land Development Regulations, provided appropriate conditions are met regarding noise, security, sanitation, traffic, and public safety. If approved, this project would involve site preparation for event staging, temporary infrastructure for sanitation and security, and traffic management planning. Contractors specializing in event services, temporary structures, site management, and security could find opportunities related to this planned event.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
VI. SPECIAL PERMIT REVIEW CRITERIA
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
VII. FINDINGS OF FACT
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
VIII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
This item concerns a Special Permit application for a Temporary Outdoor Music Event in Columbia County. The Planning and Zoning Board is considering staff's recommendation for approval. This event would allow for outdoor music and includes a request for a noise extension. The project is currently under review by the Planning and Zoning Board and the Board of County Commissioners. If approved, the event would involve site preparation for temporary structures, sound systems, and potentially vendor areas. This could lead to opportunities for businesses involved in event setup, sound and lighting, temporary power, and site services. Early engagement with the applicant or event organizers before final permits are issued could provide a competitive advantage for local contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Decision:
- Board of County Commissioners
a. Any person wishing to speak during public comment periods must sign-in on
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. Any person wishing to speak during public comment periods must sign-in on
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. Any person wishing to speak during public comment periods must sign-in on
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. Existing contours at one foot intervals based on U.S. Coast and Geodetic Datum.
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. July 23, 2026 Board of Adjustments Meeting Minutes Approval
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. July 23, 2026 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes Approval
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. July 23, 2026 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes Approval
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
a. Name, location, owner, and designer of the proposed development.
Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust. listed this item on its agenda for 2026-08-27 in Columbia County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning / Board of Adjust.
- Date:
- 2026-08-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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