a. The acreage that comprises the reserve area shall comprise no less than fifty (50) percent of

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-06-09 · agenda_item

The Board of County Commissioners is considering an update to the Sumter County Land Development Code, specifically Article IV concerning Zoning. This review includes a detailed examination of principal uses and zoning classifications across various zones such as RR5, RR2.5, R2M, R4M, R6M, HDR-12, HDR-24, CN, CL, CH, CR, ID, and PIE. The update involves evaluating permitted uses like roadside produce stands, various residential options including single-family detached and multi-family units, and a wide range of commercial services such as food services, lodging, financial institutions, and professional offices. It also covers public services like schools, transportation hubs, and utility infrastructure. The item is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. This review process could lead to changes in land use regulations, potentially impacting future development and construction projects. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor these zoning updates to understand how they might affect future opportunities in residential, commercial, and infrastructure development within Sumter County. Early awareness of potential zoning changes can provide a competitive advantage as new projects are planned and permitted.

reserve area percentage

50 percent

anniversary of Community Legal Services

60 th

civil legal cases served by Community Legal Services

300,000

hours of direct legal assistance by Community Legal Services

one million

anniversary of American founding

250 years

proposed homestead exemption

250,000

homestead exemption for new residents

50,000

homestead exemption effective date

2027

super homestead exemption effective date

2028

non-homestead property assessment increase limitation

10 percent

proposed non-homestead property assessment increase limitation

5 percent

proposed homestead exemption for non-school taxes in 2027

150,000

proposed homestead exemption for non-school taxes in 2028 and thereafter

250,000

five-year homestead exemption for non-permanent residents

50,000

five-year homestead exemption for non-permanent residents (school levies)

25,000

estimated local government revenue impact FY 2027-28

4.6 billion

estimated local government revenue impact FY 2028-29

8.4 billion

current homestead exemption

25,000

additional homestead exemption

25,000

homestead exemption for non-school levies

25,000

Florida residents on or before

2026 December 31