Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting: June 2026
Highlands County
9. BOARD MEMBERS
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-09 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
9. The Applicant shall obtain all permits required by the County, State and
This item concerns a planned mining operation in Highlands County. The applicant must secure all necessary permits from county, state, and federal agencies before beginning any mining work. This includes obtaining a specific mining permit as outlined in local regulations. The project is currently in the planning stages, requiring the applicant to fulfill regulatory steps before any physical work can start. This process will likely involve site assessment, environmental reviews, and the development of detailed operational plans. Contractors and suppliers in the mining and construction sectors, as well as those providing environmental consulting and permitting services, should monitor this development. Early engagement with the applicant could provide an advantage as plans and permit requirements are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
A. BOA 2002 - MICHAEL AND LEONARD CALLAHAN, C/O SARAH MAIER,
This notice is about a variance request for a property located at 130 E A Smith Ave in Lake Placid. The property is approximately 0.11 acres and currently has a damaged dwelling. The applicant is seeking a variance to reduce the required front yard setback from 25 feet to 19.5 feet to replace the dwelling. This item has been approved by the Board of Adjustment. The project involves replacing a damaged home, which will likely require demolition of the existing structure, site preparation, and construction of a new dwelling. This early stage presents opportunities for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage before final plans and permits are issued. Reaching out now allows businesses to potentially secure work related to the new construction.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 130 E A Smith Ave, Lake Placid
- Applicant:
- MICHAEL AND LEONARD CALLAHAN
A. BOA 2004 - HICORIA SAND MINE
Highlands County is reviewing a request to allow a sand mine. The applicant is seeking a special exception for this mining operation. The proposed site includes three parcels totaling approximately 243.97 acres, located at 97 Paul Road, 155 Paul Road, and 57 Hicoria Road in Venus. This project involves the extraction of natural materials, including earth and topsoil. The item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, this project would involve site clearing, grading, and extensive earthmoving. Contractors specializing in site preparation, grading, and heavy equipment operation could find opportunities. Suppliers of mining and construction materials may also be needed. Reaching out to the applicant early could provide an advantage before formal plans and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 97 Paul Road, Venus
- Applicant:
- HICORIA SAND MINE
A. BOA 2004 - HICORIA SAND MINE
The Board of Adjustment is reviewing a request for a special exception to allow a sand mine. This project involves three parcels totaling approximately 243.97 acres located at 97 Paul Road, 155 Paul Road, and 57 Hicoria Road in Venus. The applicant seeks to extract natural materials, including earth and topsoil. This item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve site clearing, grading, and extensive earthmoving for material extraction. Opportunities could arise for contractors specializing in site preparation, heavy equipment operation, and potentially environmental services. Reaching out to the applicant or county planning staff early could provide insight into the project's timeline and specific needs before formal bidding processes begin.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 97 Paul Road, Venus
A. BOA 2012 - YSHETTA HOLDEN, C/O SARAH MAIER, DEWBERRY
This item concerns a request for a zoning variance at 153 E A Smith Ave in Lake Placid. The applicant, Yshetta Holden, represented by Dewberry Engineers, seeks to replace a damaged dwelling on an approximately 0.11-acre parcel. The specific request is for a 2.25-foot variance to allow a 12.75-foot corner setback, where 15 feet is currently required by county code. This matter is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve the demolition of a damaged dwelling and the construction of a replacement dwelling, potentially requiring services for site preparation, foundation work, framing, utility connections, and finishing trades. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to reach out early to understand the project scope and potential needs before final plans and permits are established.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 153 E A Smith Ave, Lake Placid
- Applicant:
- YSHETTA HOLDEN
A. BOA 2012 - YSHETTA HOLDEN, C/O SARAH MAIER, DEWBERRY
This item concerns a property at 153 E A Smith Ave in Lake Placid, which is about 0.11 acres. The applicant, Yshetta Holden, represented by Sarah Maier of Dewberry Engineers, is asking for a variance. They want to build a replacement dwelling with a corner setback of 12.75 feet, which is 2.25 feet less than the required 15 feet. This request is currently under review by the Highlands County Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve replacing a damaged dwelling. This could include site preparation, foundation work, framing, roofing, and the installation of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, followed by finishing trades and landscaping. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should consider reaching out to the applicant or their representative early, before final plans and permits are set, to understand potential opportunities for this replacement dwelling project.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 153 E A Smith Ave, Lake Placid
- Applicant:
- YSHETTA HOLDEN
B. BOA 2007 - ANN BROOKS
This item concerns a special exception request for a property located at 211 Lark Avenue in Sebring, Florida. The applicant, Ann Brooks, is seeking permission to raise and keep up to two caged hens on the approximately 0.23-acre parcel. The request has been reviewed by the Board of Adjustment and was approved with conditions. This approval allows for the keeping of caged hens, which may involve the need for coop construction or modification, and potentially related site preparation. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as construction, landscaping, and potentially pest control or waste management may find opportunities as the project moves forward. Early engagement could be beneficial as specific site plans and permit details are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 211 Lark Avenue, Sebring, Florida
- Applicant:
- Ann Brooks
B. The literal interpretation of the provisions of Chapter 12 would deprive the applicant of the rights commonly enjoyed
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-09 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
C. BOA 2009 - JOHN AUSTIN MULDOON C/O MEGAN ROSSI
This item concerns a special exception request for a property located at 218 Rail Avenue in Sebring. The applicant seeks permission to keep up to two caged hens and requests reduced setbacks for the chicken coop, specifically 12 feet 10 inches from the side property line and 16 feet 2 inches from the rear property line. This request is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve the construction of a chicken coop with specific setback requirements. This could create opportunities for contractors specializing in small-scale construction, site preparation, and potentially landscaping services if any minor site work is needed to accommodate the coop. Early engagement with the applicant could be beneficial as plans are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 218 Rail Avenue, Sebring
- Applicant:
- JOHN AUSTIN MULDOON
C. The existing special conditions and circumstances listed in 15.A. above did not result from any previous actions on
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-09 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
D. BOA 2010 - GUY AND MARY STANLEY
This item concerns a property at 1500 Duane Palmer Blvd in Sebring, which is about 0.36 acres. The property owner, Guy and Mary Stanley, asked for a variance to build an 18-foot rear yard setback, which is 7 feet less than the required 25 feet. This variance is needed to enclose an existing screen room. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed this request and approved the variance. This project involves enclosing an existing structure, which may require carpentry, concrete, and possibly painting or flooring work. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers can find opportunities by contacting the property owners or their representatives early in the process, before final plans or permits are secured.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 1500 Duane Palmer Blvd, Sebring
- Applicant:
- GUY AND MARY STANLEY
D. How a granting of the variance requested will not confer upon me any special privilege that is denied by this Chapter
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-09 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-06-09
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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