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Local Planning Agency and Planning Commission · 2026-04-15 · agenda

[3500 NW 97th Blvd.; case Z26-000006 (CPA) and Z26-000007 (Rezoning)] A request to amend the future land use designation from Tourist/Entertainment to Commercial and rezone from BH to BR on approximately 1.36 acres. The site was formerly a restaurant. The applicant seeks to facilitate future utilization of the property for commercial purposes. The property is located within the Springhills Activity Center and Urban Cluster, with access to utilities and a state arterial roadway. Staff recommends approval. [3833 NW 97th Blvd.; case Z26-000007 (rezoning) and Z26-000006 (FLU amendment)] Alachua County Growth Management is considering a rezoning application (Z26-000007) and a companion Future Land Use (FLU) map amendment (Z26-000006) for a property located at 3833 NW 97th Blvd. The applicant, eda, inc., representing Thirty-Ninth Avenue Limited Partnership, seeks to change the FLU from Tourist/Entertainment to Commercial and rezone the property from BH (highway-oriented business services) to BR (retail sales and services). The site is approximately 1.36 acres and was formerly the Wahoo Seafood Grill restaurant. Staff recommends approval for both applications, citing consistency with the Comprehensive Plan's encouragement of commercial development within activity centers like Springhills. Public comment is not explicitly detailed in this portion of the document, but a neighborhood workshop was held on February 19, 2026, with no community participants attending. The Planning Commission hearing is tentatively scheduled for April/May 2026, and the Board of County Commissioners hearing for May 26, 2026 (tentative). [East side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School; case Z26-000002] This document details a proposed large-scale land use amendment for approximately 580 acres to change the designation from Rural/Agriculture to UF Golf Institutional. The project, located on the east side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School, is part of the Hickory Sink Special Area Study. The development will include a championship golf course, clubhouses, collegiate team facilities, residential cottages, and environmental/educational programs. Key conditions include water conservation measures, use of native landscaping, and water quality monitoring. The Planning Commission recommended transmitting the amendment to FloridaCommerce for review. The Board of County Commissioners hearing date is TBD. [case Alachua County Permit Application No.: 2024-TBA; DHR Project File No.: 2024-TBD] This document is part of a larger Special Area Plan (SAP) for UF Golf Phase 1, located in Alachua County, Florida. It details the project's consistency with the Alachua County Comprehensive Plan, focusing on public facilities impact analysis. The project includes a golf course, cottages, clubhouse, team facilities, maintenance areas, and IFAS facilities. It addresses transportation, potable water, wastewater, stormwater management, recreation, solid waste, public schools, and public safety. The document also includes a Phase I Cultural Resource Assessment Survey for the Hickory Sink Special Area Plan, detailing prehistoric and historical findings within the approximately 800-acre project area. The survey identified four previously recorded archaeological sites (Half Section Sink - 8AL2911, Hog Cave - 8AL2912, Unnamed Sink - 8AL2913, Hickory Sink - 8AL2914) and two newly identified sites (Lonely Point – 8AL07584, South Sinks – 8AL07585) within or adjacent to the project boundaries. Management recommendations are provided for these sites. This document details numerous archaeological investigations and historical background information related to various sites in Florida, primarily focusing on prehistoric lithic quarry and workshop sites from the Archaic period. It describes findings at sites like 8AL172 (Lake Kanapaha), 8MR00122 (Senator Edwards), the Golden Hills Archaic Complex (including 8MR507 and 8MR510), and the Tara sites (8AL7452, 8AL7436, 8AL7459, 8AL7466) in Alachua and Marion Counties. It also provides historical context for Alachua County, including Spanish and British colonial periods, the American plantation era, and the development of the Hickory Sink area. The document extensively details the methodology and findings of archaeological surveys, including the identification of lithic debitage, tools, and evidence of thermal alteration, and discusses the eligibility of sites for the National Register of Historic Places. No specific development projects, applications, or decisions are mentioned for any of these sites, only past archaeological investigations and historical context. [case Alachua County Permit Application No.: 2024-0000; DHR Project File No.: 2024-0000] This document details archaeological investigations for the Hickory Sink Special Area Plan in Alachua County, Florida. The project area is approximately 800 acres. Investigations identified six prehistoric archaeological sites (8AL02911, 8AL02912, 8AL02913, 8AL02914, 8AL07584, and 8AL07585) and two new sites (8AL07584 and 8AL07585). The sites are characterized by lithic scatters and artifacts related to chert procurement and stone tool manufacture. The report concludes that these sites are ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places and no further archaeological work is recommended. Procedures for handling unexpected human burials or remains are also outlined, requiring immediate cessation of work and notification of the District Medical Examiner or State Archaeologist. [case BTC File #1669-02] This document details an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the approximately 580-acre UF Golf Site in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. The assessment, conducted by Bio-Tech Consulting (BTC) in December 2025, reviewed topography, soil types, land use, wetlands, flora/fauna, and potential development constraints. The site is located within Section 024, Township 10 South, Range 18 East. Topography ranges from +60 to +95 feet NGVD, generally sloping upward from West to East, with abrupt slopes around sinkholes. Seven soil types are present: Candler fine sand, Arredondo fine sand, Kendrick sand, Bonneau fine sand, Pedro fine sand, Pedro-Jonesville complex, and Jonesville-Cadillac-Bonneau complex, all with 0-5 percent slopes. [0 Parker Road; case BTC File 1669-02] This document is an Environmental Assessment Report for the UF Golf project in Alachua County, Florida, filed by Maria Gutierrez Martin, University of Florida, Inc. It details soil types, land use, protected species, and development constraints. The site is approximately 580 acres and contains Candler fine sand, Arredondo fine sand, Kendrick sand, Bonneau fine sand, Pedro fine sand, Pedro-Jonesville complex, and Jonesville-Cadillac-Bonneau complex soils. Land use types include Xeric Oak (421), Upland Scrub, Pine and Hardwoods (436), and Sinkholes/Karst Features (900). No wetlands are present. Protected species identified include Gopher Tortoise (Threatened) and Florida Sandhill Crane (Threatened). Potential impacts to Eastern Indigo Snake (Threatened) are noted. Development constraints include karst features (sinkholes) requiring buffers, flood hazard zones (Zone X and Zone A), and the site's location within the Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem, potentially requiring up to 50% of upland habitat to be protected. Tree mitigation will be required. An Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) from SJRWMD is needed for stormwater management. No Section 404 permitting is required from USACOE due to the absence of wetlands. The document also includes a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application form for the UF Golf Phase 1 project, listing the applicant as England-Thims & Miller, Inc. and the property owner as University of Florida Foundation, Inc., with a proposed change from Agricultural (A) land use to Institutional, and a new Special Area Plan. [West of Gainesville, east of Southwest 122nd Street (Parker Road)] The University of Florida (UF) is proposing the development of a championship golf course, referred to as UF Golf Phase 1. The project encompasses approximately 580 acres located west of Gainesville, east of Southwest 122nd Street (Parker Road). The development plan includes 36 holes of championship golf, 30 guest cottages, a member clubhouse, team facilities, a short course, maintenance facilities, and community access uses like the First Tee program. A significant portion of the land, 118.55 acres, is designated as a Conservation Management Area for habitat and wildlife protection. The project aims to enhance turfgrass research, environmental science, land management, and sports performance, while providing community benefits through recreational and educational opportunities. Environmental stewardship, including water conservation and native landscaping, is a central component. Transportation impacts are expected to be minimal, and no vehicular connection to Southwest 46th Boulevard is proposed. Approximately 2,600 acres west of Parker Road will remain under IFAS management for research and conservation. The proposed future land use designation for the 580 acres is Institutional, with specific text policies to guide development, conservation, infrastructure, and community access. [SW 122nd Street, generally between SW Archer Road and SW 24th Avenue; case Z26-000004] A Neighborhood Workshop was held to discuss the UF Golf Institutional Special Area Plan Phase 1, covering 580 acres. The proposal involves amending the Future Land Use category from Rural/Agricultural to Institutional and rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Planned Development (PD). The subject property is located on SW 122nd Street, between SW Archer Road and SW 24th Avenue. The workshop aimed to inform the public and gather comments on the proposed amendments. Public comments included concerns about regulatory process, access terminology, traffic, construction traffic, environmental impacts, and tree preservation. The project is part of a larger 4,068-acre Special Area Study (SAS-01-22). The proposed development includes an 18-hole championship golf course, 23 cottages for overnight guests, a member clubhouse, team facilities, and teaching areas. The Alachua County Growth Management Staff recommended approval of the PD rezoning. [04492-001-001; case Z26-000004] Alachua County Planning Commission reviewed application Z26-000004 for a Planned Development (PD) zoning district to allow for the construction of a golf course and ancillary facilities. The proposed development is on a 580-acre parcel previously zoned Agriculture and designated for UF Golf Institutional use. The PD will permit a golf course, clubhouse, maintenance buildings, UF golf team facilities, up to 30 transient residential cottages, and teaching facilities. The project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Land Development Code. Several Best Management Practices (BMPs) for stormwater management, nutrient management, water quality, landscaping, natural resources, and conservation management areas will be adopted. The Planning Commission recommended approval to the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) with conditions, pending transmittal of the associated Comprehensive Plan amendment (Z26-000002) to FloridaCommerce. A final adoption hearing with the BoCC will be scheduled after receiving comments from FloridaCommerce. Key conditions include geophysical testing prior to stormwater system design, specific design for driveway and golf cart crossings of Conservation Management Areas, buffer area requirements, and a preliminary development plan including an operational and safety analysis for driveway connections. [case SAS-01-22 (Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem Special Area Study)] This document outlines Best Management Practices (BMPs) for the UF Golf Course, Phase 1 SAP Institutional Use Property, focusing on Natural Resources & Karst Protection, Landscape Management, Nutrient Management & Water Quality Monitoring, and Conservation Management Areas (CMAs). It details requirements for stormwater management, vegetation preservation, water use minimization, and protection of sensitive habitats and karst topography. Specific practices include designing pretreatment methods for denitrification, maintaining stormwater facilities, preserving existing vegetation, limiting excavation in shallow karst areas, conducting geophysical and subsurface investigations for stormwater pond design, and evaluating stormwater reuse for irrigation. The Landscape Management Plan (LMP) categorizes areas into Conservation Management Areas (CMAs), Non-Golf areas, and Golf Areas, each with specific irrigation allowances and planting requirements emphasizing native and drought-tolerant species. The Nutrient Management Plan focuses on science-based application of nutrients to maintain turf quality while protecting water quality, adhering to the 4Rs principles (right source, rate, time, place). A Water Quality Monitoring Program is established to assess impacts on surface and groundwater, with specific sampling parameters and frequencies. The CMA BMP details management practices for protected areas, including fencing, signage, erosion control, and specific measures for gopher tortoises and other listed species, emphasizing prescribed fire and invasive species control. No ornamental landscaping, turf establishment, fertilizer application, or irrigation is permitted within CMAs. [off Parker Road (C.R. 23; SW 122nd Street); case Alachua County Permit Application No.: 2024-TBA, DHR Project File No.: 2024-TBD] This document is a Phase I Cultural Resource Assessment Survey for the Hickory Sink Special Area Plan, an 800-acre project in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. The survey was conducted by Heritage Cultural Services, LLC for England-Thims & Miller (ETM) in June 2024 to identify archaeological and historical sites and assess their eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places. The project area is located off Parker Road (C.R. 23; SW 122nd Street) in Section 24, Township 10 South, Range 18 East. A search of the Florida Master Site File indicated that four archaeological sites (Half Section Sink - 8AL2911, Hog Cave - 8AL2912, Unnamed Sink - 8AL2913, and Hickory Sink - 8AL2914) are located on the subject parcel. The report details the prehistoric and historic background of Alachua County and the surrounding region, including various cultural periods and lithic resource sites. Management recommendations for the identified sites are to be provided in a subsequent section of the full report. [case 24041] This document details historical and archaeological investigations related to the Hickory Sink Special Area Plan in Alachua County, Florida. It describes the historical land use, including Native American settlements, Spanish missions, cattle ranching, and silviculture. The primary focus is on the identification and evaluation of archaeological sites within the approximately 800-acre development tract. Four previously recorded sites (8AL2911-2914) and two new sites (8AL07584 and 8AL07585) were investigated. The sites are primarily prehistoric lithic scatter and quarry sites, indicating tool manufacturing and short-term encampments. The document also references other archaeological investigations in the vicinity, such as the Oakmont property and Gaines Plantation. The environmental setting is characterized by karst topography, limestone sinks, and xeric upland scrub, with significant disturbance from past agricultural activities. The research design aimed to evaluate these sites within a regional settlement context. Management recommendations and survey results are discussed, with a focus on compliance with permitting requirements from Alachua County and the State Historic Preservation Office. [case Alachua County Permit Application No.: 2024-0000; DHR Project File No.: 2024-0000] This document details the findings of a Phase I Cultural Resource Assessment Survey for the Hickory Sink Special Area Plan property in Alachua County, Florida. The survey identified six prehistoric archaeological sites (8AL02911, 8AL02912, 8AL02913, 8AL02914, 8AL07584, and 8AL07585) and a small historic component related to the naval stores industry. The sites are characterized by lithic scatters and artifacts related to chert procurement and stone tool manufacturing. The report concludes that these sites are not eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and no further archaeological work is recommended. Specific sites identified include Half Section Sink (8AL02911), Hog Cave/Bat Cave (8AL02912), Unnamed Sink (8AL02913), Hickory Sink (8AL02914), Lonely Point (8AL07584), and South Sinks (8AL07585). The Hog Cave site (8AL02912) produced the largest frequency of artifacts. Concentrations of lithic artifacts at 8AL02912 and 8AL02914 will be preserved by the proposed conservation of Hog Cave and Hickory Sink as environmentally sensitive areas. [case AL02912] Site AL02912 is a prehistoric, likely preceramic, early to late-stage lithic reduction site with a small historic turpentine industry component. It is located in Alachua County, Florida, approximately 315,000 meters from a reference point. The site is characterized by xeric uplands scrub with mixed pine and oak vegetation. Current land use is agriculture (timber, cattle). No specific decision or recommendation is stated in this excerpt regarding development or further action. [case AL02913] Site AL02913 is a low-density lithic scatter site with a small historic turpentine industry component, likely late 19th-early 20th century. It is located in Alachua County, Florida, 36,000 meters from a reference point, specifically 306 meters east of Parker Road and 2.75 kilometers south of SW 24th Avenue. The site is characterized by xeric uplands scrub with pine and oak vegetation. Current land use is agriculture (timber, cattle). The recommendation is 'No further work is recommended.' [case AL02914] Site AL02914 is a low-density prehistoric lithic scatter site with a small historic turpentine industry component, likely late 19th-early 20th century. It is located in Alachua County, Florida, 60,000 meters from a reference point, specifically 243 meters east of Parker Road and 1.6 kilometers south of SW 24th Avenue. The site is characterized by xeric uplands scrub with mixed hardwoods and pine vegetation. Current land use is agriculture (timber, cattle). Recommendations state 'No further work is recommended for outlying areas. Possible archaeological deposits deep in sink not investigated.' [Section 024, Township 10 South, Range 18 East; case BTC File #1669-02] An Environmental Assessment Report (BTC File #1669-02) was conducted in December 2025 for the approximately 580-acre UF Golf Site in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, located within Section 024, Township 10 South, Range 18 East. The report reviewed topography, soil types, land use, vegetative communities, wetlands, protected flora/fauna, and potential development constraints. Topography ranges from +60 to +95 feet NGVD, generally sloping upward from West to East with abrupt downward slopes around sinkholes. Seven soil types were identified: Candler fine sand, Arredondo fine sand, Kendrick sand, Bonneau fine sand, Pedro fine sand, Pedro-Jonesville complex, and Jonesville-Cadillac-Bonneau complex. None are considered hydric. Land use types include Xeric Oak (421), Upland Scrub, Pine and Hardwoods (436), and Special Classifications (Sinkholes) (900). No wetlands are present. The report was prepared by Bio-Tech Consulting (BTC) for Maria Gutierrez Martin of the University of Florida Foundation, Inc. The report does not state a decision or specific project proposal, but outlines potential development constraints. [case BTC File 1669-02] This document is an Environmental Assessment Report for the UF Golf project in Alachua County, Florida, filed under BTC File 1669-02. The report details the environmental conditions of the 580± acre site, including its vegetative communities (Upland Scrub, Pine and Hardwoods; Special Classifications – Sinkholes/Karst Features) and the presence of protected species. Key findings include the identification of gopher tortoises (Gopherus polyphemus) and Florida sandhill cranes (Antigone canadensis pratensis), both listed as 'Threatened' by the FWC. The report outlines development constraints related to these species, karst features, floodplains (Zone A and Zone X), and its location within the Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem. Permitting requirements from Alachua County, SJRWMD, and USACOE are discussed. No specific project proposal or decision is detailed in this excerpt, but it serves as a foundational environmental study for future development. [3999 SW 122nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608; case TBD (County Application number TBD)] A neighborhood workshop was held on December 8, 2025, to discuss the UF Golf Institutional Special Area Plan Phase 1. The project encompasses 580 acres, identified by Alachua County Tax Parcel 4492-001-001. The proposed change is from a Rural/Agricultural Future Land Use category to Institutional, and from Agricultural (A) zoning to Planned Development (PD) rezoning. The property is located on SW 122nd Street, between SW Archer Road and SW 24th Avenue. A traffic impact assessment indicated that the project is anticipated to have minimal traffic impact, with all intersections operating at acceptable levels of service. Recommendations include the installation of a southbound left turn lane and a northbound right turn lane at the southern golf course entrance. Public comments included requests for compliance with land development regulations, clarification on access terminology, opposition to high-speed vehicular connections, concerns about construction traffic routing, inquiries about site entrances and future street connections, and opposition to vehicular access on SW 46th Boulevard with a request for pedestrian-only access. Concerns were also raised regarding the removal of mature trees and the extent of land clearing. The project is expected to reach full build-out by 2030 and includes an 18-hole golf course, 23 cottages, and a university research center. [Intersection of Archer Rd & SW 122nd St; Intersection of Parker Rd & SW 24th Ave] Traffic analysis for intersections at Archer Rd & SW 122nd St and Parker Rd & SW 24th Ave, with peak hour traffic counts and flow rates for AM and PM periods. The document details vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian volumes, as well as heavy vehicle percentages and peak hour factors. It also includes projected traffic volumes for SR-24/Archer Rd segments through 2045, indicating potential widening to 4 lanes by 2040. This document contains traffic analysis data for various intersections, including baseline and buildout conditions for AM and PM peak hours. Specific intersections analyzed include those at 9:12/10/2025, 16:12/10/2025, 7:12/10/2025, and 14:12/10/2025. The analysis focuses on traffic volumes, lane configurations, signal timings, control delays, and level of service (LOS) for each movement. No specific project development, applicant, or decision is detailed, only traffic engineering data. [West of Gainesville, east of Southwest 122nd Street (Parker Road)] This document details the proposed UF Golf Institutional Special Area Plan (SAP) for Phase 1, encompassing approximately 580 acres west of Gainesville, east of Southwest 122nd Street (Parker Road). The project, initiated by the University of Florida (UF), aims to develop a championship golf course with supporting facilities including cottages for guests, clubhouses, team facilities, and maintenance areas. The plan designates the area as 'Institutional' future land use, superseding the previous 'Rural/Agriculture' designation. Key components include 36 holes of golf, 30 guest cottages, member and team clubhouses, range and short game areas, a short course, team practice holes, IFAS maintenance facilities, and community access uses like the First Tee program. A significant portion (118.55 acres) is designated as a Conservation Management Area for habitat protection and invasive species removal. The project emphasizes environmental stewardship with best management practices for water conservation, groundwater protection, native landscaping, and wildlife habitat. Public access will be provided to a trailhead and trail network within the Conservation Management Area. The SAP establishes specific policies for permitted uses, infrastructure, water conservation (limiting total irrigable area to 450 acres with a 70-inch per acre per year allowance), native landscaping, and land disturbance. Vehicular access is planned from SW 122nd Street/Parker Road, with pedestrian and bicycle access potentially at the southeast corner. The plan was submitted with a resubmittal date of March 31, 2026, and is associated with a Special Area Study accepted by the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in 2024. The document includes analyses of public facilities impacts, finding consistency with adopted Level of Service standards for transportation, potable water, wastewater, stormwater, recreation, solid waste, public schools, and public safety. No public comments are noted in the provided text for this specific project.