Planning and Development Commission

Planning and Development Commission · 2026-06-04 · agenda_packet

[Multiple addresses listed across different agenda items and past meetings.; case Multiple case numbers listed across different agenda items and past meetings.] The Planning and Development Commission (PDC) agenda for June 4, 2026, includes two applications: PUD-2025-00009 for Edward McDonald (Homosassa 1998 ECP, LLC) for an automobile service use in the Coastal High Hazard Area at 9318 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL, and CU-2026-00001 for Furman (AVI Properties, LLC) for light manufacturing in the General Commercial District at 1577 N. Florida Ave., Hernando, FL. A previous meeting on December 4, 2025, involved two applications: PUD-2025-00011 for Sam’s Mobile Home Service, LLC, which was recommended for approval with conditions for a mobile home dealership at 8705 W. Candy Ln., Homosassa, FL, and CPA/AA/PUD-2025-00003 for Local Engineering, Inc. (Edward Gerrits) for a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to Industrial/PUD for commercial/industrial warehouse units and a telecommunications tower at 6776 N Citrus Ave. and 6779 N Myaka Ave., Crystal River, FL, which was also recommended for approval with modified conditions. [9318 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL; case PUD-2025-00009] Application PUD-2025-00009 requests a Planned Unit Development for an automobile service use in the Coastal High Hazard Area. The property is approximately 2.3 acres, located at 9318 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL. The application was previously reviewed and continued by the PDC on February 19, 2026. A letter in support from Thomas Engineering Group for 'Take 5 Oil & Lube' was received on November 18, 2025, requesting approval for use in the CHHA, a drive-thru facility without a bypass lane, and a lot width less than 150 feet. The proposed facility is described as a quick-service automotive maintenance provider. [1577 N. Florida Ave., Hernando, FL; case CU-2026-00001] Application CU-2026-00001 requests Conditional Use approval for light manufacturing in the General Commercial District. The site consists of Lots 18, 19, and 20 of Keller’s Subdivision and Lots 13, 14, and 15 of Hernando City Heights, located at 1577 N. Florida Ave., Hernando, FL. The application is scheduled for a public hearing on June 4, 2026. [8705 W. Candy Ln., Homosassa, FL; case PUD-2025-00011] Application PUD-2025-00011 sought to establish a Planned Unit Development for a mobile home dealership/service in the GNC land use district and within the Coastal High Hazard Area. The property is located at 8705 W. Candy Ln., Homosassa, FL. The Planning and Development Commission recommended approval with conditions to the Board of County Commissioners. Conditions included limiting the site to a maximum of 10 mobile/manufactured homes for display and storage, prohibiting occupancy on site, and requiring maintenance to prevent soil erosion. Public input was not stated. [6776 N Citrus Ave. and 6779 N Myaka Ave., Crystal River, FL; case CPA/AA/PUD-2025-00003] Application CPA/AA/PUD-2025-00003 requested to amend the Future Land Use Map from Rural Residential District to Industrial District, and to amend the Land Development Code Atlas Map from Rural Residential District (mobile homes allowed) to Industrial/PUD for heavy industrial district with a Planned Unit Development. The PUD is for commercial/industrial warehouse units and a telecommunications tower. The site is approximately 14.7 acres, located at 6776 N Citrus Ave. and 6779 N Myaka Ave., Crystal River, FL. The Planning and Development Commission recommended approval with modified conditions, including a 150-foot wide undisturbed landscape and Type D plantings on the west side adjacent to residential property. Public comments expressed concerns about impacts to infrastructure, noise, and proximity to residential areas. Ronda Distel, a property owner, opposed previous rezoning due to proximity to residential properties and expressed concern about continued development impacts. Rob Stapleton, a nearby resident, expressed concern about increased noise, construction activity, wastewater use, and tree removal.