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7. The granting of the variance will be in harmony with the general purpose and
This item concerns a variance request for a property located in Highlands County. The applicant seeks to add a single-family residence on the subject property, which is currently used for a mobile home that will be demolished. The property is zoned Agricultural District (AU) and is surrounded by properties zoned High Density Residential (RH). The variance is requested because the property size and character, along with existing nearby structures built before 1971 that may not meet current setback standards, suggest the new residence will be in harmony with the area. This item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve demolition of the existing mobile home, site preparation, and construction of a new single-family residence. This could create opportunities for contractors specializing in demolition, site work, concrete, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, painting, and landscaping. Reaching out to the applicant or local planning officials early could provide an advantage before formal plans and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
7. The special exception approval shall become effective immediately and shall
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. A final development order/mining permit related to the purpose of the
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. Failure to comply with all conditions of approval or County, State, or Federal
The Board of Adjustment is reviewing a request for a Special Exception in the R-1A Residential District. The applicant plans to build a guesthouse connected to a primary residence by an open breezeway. This guesthouse must meet minimum living area requirements. This item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve site preparation, foundation work, framing, roofing, and the installation of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, followed by interior and exterior finishes. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project scope and potential needs before final plans and permits are issued.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. The structure shall not be used as a business office, real estate brokerage
Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-14 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
9. Failure to comply with all conditions of approval or County, State, or Federal
A variance is being requested for a property located at 8 W Palm Circle in Lake Placid. The applicant seeks to replace a mobile home and is asking for a 13.8-foot variance to allow an 11.2-foot front yard setback, instead of the required 25 feet. This item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve the removal of an existing mobile home and the installation of a new one, requiring site preparation, utility connections, and potentially landscaping. Contractors specializing in residential construction, mobile home setup, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services may find opportunities. Early engagement could be beneficial as plans are finalized.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 8 W Palm Circle, Lake Placid
- Applicant:
- Archbold Biological station
9. Failure to comply with all conditions of approval or County, State, or Federal
This item concerns a special exception request for a single-family dwelling to be used as a model home in the R-1 District. The dwelling received a Certificate of Occupancy on August 18, 2025. The applicant was previously informed that special exception approval was needed for this commercial use. The request is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, the project would involve managing operations within approved business hours and ensuring adequate onsite parking and limited signage to address potential traffic and parking impacts on Sun 'n Lake Boulevard. This early stage in the review process presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage before final plans and permits are established. Businesses specializing in site preparation, construction trades, and related services may find opportunities as the project moves forward.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- Sun ‘n Lake Boulevard
A. BOA 1998 - AVEM LLC
AVEM LLC is seeking to use an existing building on a 2.93-acre parcel at 1600 Sunpure Road in Avon Park for miscellaneous office uses. These proposed uses include medical, dental, business, professional, governmental, and utility offices. This request is for a special exception to allow these new uses for the current building. The item has been approved by the Board of Adjustment. This project would involve interior renovations and fit-out of the existing structure to accommodate various office tenants. Contractors specializing in interior construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finishing trades could find opportunities. Suppliers of office furnishings and equipment may also be involved. Engaging early before final tenant build-outs are determined could provide a competitive advantage.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 1600 Sunpure Road, Avon Park
- Applicant:
- AVEM LLC
A. BOA 1999 - SHAWNA AND RUBIN MCCULLORS, C/O SARAH MAIER,
This item concerns a request for zoning variances for a property located at 4712 Muriel Ave in Sebring. The property is approximately 0.10 acres. The applicant, Shawna and Rubin McCullors, represented by Sarah Maier of Dewberry Engineers, is seeking permission to reduce side yard setbacks. Specifically, they want to build a 4.5-foot setback on the west side, instead of the required 7.5 feet, and a 5.5-foot setback on the east side, instead of the required 7.5 feet. This variance is needed to replace a damaged dwelling. The request is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. If approved, this project would involve construction trades for replacing the dwelling, potentially including foundation work, framing, roofing, and finishing trades. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers interested in this type of residential repair or replacement work should reach out to the applicant or their representative early in the process, before final plans and permits are established, to understand potential opportunities.
- Board:
- Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 4712 Muriel Ave, Sebring
- Applicant:
- SHAWNA AND RUBIN MCCULLORS
A. BOA 1999 - SHAWNA AND RUBIN MCCULLORS, C/O SARAH MAIER,
This item concerns a request for zoning variances for a property located at 4712 Muriel Ave in Sebring. The property is approximately 0.10 acres. The applicant, Shawna and Rubin McCullors, represented by Sarah Maier of Dewberry Engineers, is seeking to replace a damaged dwelling. They are requesting permission to have a 4.5-foot side yard setback on the west side and a 5.5-foot side yard setback on the east side, instead of the required 7.5 feet on both sides. 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 new one, potentially requiring services for site preparation, foundation work, framing, utilities, and finishing trades. 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:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 4712 Muriel Ave, Sebring
- Applicant:
- SHAWNA AND RUBIN MCCULLORS
A. Nine Three copies of the final plat , all required documents and materials , as
This item concerns the submission of final plat documents for a project in Highlands County. The county engineer will receive nine copies of the final plat, along with all required materials and a review fee. If the county moves to an electronic system, an electronic version may be accepted. This stage indicates the project is in its final planning phase before potential approval. The work that will follow includes site preparation, grading, utility installation, paving, building construction, and landscaping. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in site preparation, general contracting, trades, and material supply could find opportunities. Engaging early, before bids and permits are finalized, offers a chance to compete for this upcoming work.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
A. P&Z 2187 - DENNIS COULTER TRUST C/O DANA RIDDELL & JEFF
A proposal is under review to change the zoning for a nearly 10.09-acre parcel. The property is currently zoned AU Agricultural District and the applicant has requested a change to I-2 CU Industrial District to allow for a slaughterhouse and meat processing facility, along with supporting accessory uses. Planning and Zoning Commission staff have recommended a change to AU CU Agricultural District with a Conditional Use for the same purpose. This item is currently under review, with a recommendation made to approve the zoning change. If approved, the project would involve site preparation, construction of processing facilities, and potentially a retail store with a hot food component. This early stage presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage before final plans and permits are issued. Businesses specializing in site work, building construction, specialized processing equipment, and related trades could find opportunities as the project moves forward.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- C-19-33-29-A00-0030-0000
- Applicant:
- DENNIS COULTER TRUST
A. P&Z 2188 - PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SECTION 12.04.112 OF THE
This item concerns proposed changes to the Highlands County Land Development Regulations, specifically Section 12.04.112, which covers final plat submittal and recordation. The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing these proposed amendments. The review process means that the regulations governing how final plats are submitted and officially recorded could be updated. This process would involve reviewing and potentially revising the rules for developers and property owners. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor this review as changes to platting regulations can impact future development projects. Understanding these upcoming regulatory changes early can provide an advantage when new projects are announced and begin the permitting process.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
A. P&Z 2188 - PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SECTION 12.04.112 OF THE
This item concerns proposed changes to the Highlands County Land Development Regulations, specifically Section 12.04.112, which covers the final plat submittal and recordation process. The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing these proposed amendments. While no specific project is detailed, changes to platting regulations could affect future development projects. This review stage means that contractors, suppliers, and service providers can engage early. Understanding these regulatory updates is key for businesses involved in land development, surveying, and legal services related to property. Early awareness allows for better preparation as these rules are finalized.
- Board:
- Planning & Zoning Commission / Local Planning Agency Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-14
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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