The Land Development Code (LDC) requires that a public hearing be conducted on certain land development requests (RZ, MM) prior to final decision by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Land Use Hearing Officers (LUHOs) conduct hearings. LUHOs do not make final decisions, but instead render recommendations to the BOCC. Final decisions by the BOCC are made at a public meeting governed by the requirements of the LDC.

Zoning Hearing Master · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

This notice concerns a procedural step for land development requests in Hillsborough County. Land Use Hearing Officers will conduct public hearings to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC will then consider these recommendations and may grant requests if criteria are met. The process involves public hearings, recommendations, and final decisions by the BOCC. Businesses interested in future construction or development work should monitor these land development requests as they move through the review process. Early engagement with the county planning department and understanding the stages of review can provide an advantage for contractors, suppliers, and service providers.