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 · 2026-08-24 · agenda_item

This item concerns the process for land development requests in Hillsborough County. Land Use Hearing Officers will conduct public hearings and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC will then consider these recommendations at a public meeting. The process allows for parties of record to speak at the BOCC meeting if they meet specific criteria related to participation in the earlier hearing. Requests for additional evidence must be filed within ten days of the Hearing Officer's recommendation. This item is currently under review in the public process. This procedural step does not involve direct construction work at this stage, but it is an early part of the process for future development projects. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor future BOCC agendas and meeting minutes for specific project announcements. Early awareness of these procedural steps can provide an advantage in preparing for future bid opportunities.