5. General Commercial Land Use Category

City Commission Meetings · 2026-04-14 · agenda_item

The City of Panama City is reviewing proposed changes to its General Commercial Land Use Category. This category is intended for high-intensity commercial development, allowing for retail sales and services, wholesale sales, shopping centers, office complexes, houses of worship, and private recreation. The review also includes policies related to the Utilities Element, focusing on sanitary sewer, solid waste, and potable water systems to accommodate future demand and new development. Additionally, the Transportation Element is being reviewed to ensure a safe and efficient transportation system that coordinates with land uses. These reviews are currently planned and under consideration, indicating an early stage in the public process. The proposed changes could lead to future development requiring site preparation, utility work, construction of commercial buildings, and related infrastructure. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand potential future needs for site clearing, grading, underground utilities, paving, building construction, and landscaping services as these plans move forward.

lot coverage

0.90

floor area ratio

3.0