III. The City’s LDC Contains Conflicting Removal Language

City Commission Discussion Workshop · 2026-05-20 · agenda_item

This item is a discussion workshop for the City Commission of Apopka regarding conflicting language in the city's Land Development Code (LDC). Specifically, it addresses a potential inconsistency between a section allowing Planning Commission members to be removed without notice or cause and state law requiring notice and an opportunity to be heard. The discussion will explore how state law likely governs the removal of Planning Commission members, even if the LDC suggests otherwise. This is an early-stage review, meaning potential changes to local ordinances are under consideration. The work involves legal analysis and potential ordinance amendment, which could lead to future needs for legal services. Understanding this early in the process allows interested parties to prepare for potential future actions related to city governance and planning procedures.