1. Parks

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting · 2026-07-16 · agenda_item

The St. Lucie County Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing a proposal related to parkland distribution. This review is part of the county's Comprehensive Plan, which aims to ensure sufficient parks and recreation areas for residents and visitors. The plan sets standards for community, regional, and resource-based parks. Based on current population data and average household size, the residents of the Club at Indrio Creek will require approximately 4.7 acres of community parks, 2.3 acres of regional parks, and 19.8 acres of resource-based parks. This item is currently under review. The project would involve planning and potentially developing new parkland to meet these identified needs. This could include site preparation, grading, utility work, and landscaping. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should consider reaching out early to understand the county's park development plans as they emerge.

Regional Park acreage

156 acre

Community park standard

5.0 acres/1000 residents

Regional park standard

2.5 acres/1000 population

Resource-based park standard

21.2 acres/1000 population

Average household size

2.5 persons

Community park need

4.7 acres

Regional park need

2.3 acres

Resource-based park need

19.8 acres