Zoning & land use in Florida local government
What Florida city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
5,397 Florida meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Florida with the most zoning & land use activity
- Escambia County, FL (185)
- Jacksonville, FL (140)
- Miami Beach, FL (128)
- Indian River County, FL (124)
- Apopka, FL (122)
- Coral Gables, FL (122)
- Collier County, FL (118)
- Pompano Beach, FL (115)
- Deltona, FL (108)
- Delray Beach, FL (102)
- Brevard County, FL (94)
- Ocala, FL (94)
Latest matching meetings
School board to discuss magnet school priority zones
The Polk County School Board will hear a superintendent's report on recommended priority preference zones for magnet schools. The work session also includes annual contract renewals under $1 million, budget and staffing updates, a donation report, and board comments.
Landmarks Commission reviews exterior alterations for six historic properties
The Landmarks Preservation Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and historic building approvals. The body is considering requests for exterior repairs, additions, and variances for properties on Worth Ave, Phipps Plz, Dunbar Rd, El Dorado Ln, Brazilian Ave, and Tarpon Isle.
Board will consider rezoning 166.2 acres at 4100 N Hills Drive to Planned Development
The Special Planning and Development Board will review several development applications, including a 4‑story, 36‑unit multifamily project at 2306 Van Buren Street. It will consider a rezoning of 166.2 acres at 4100 N Hills Drive from Country Club to Planned Development and adopt the associated master plan. The board…
Architectural Commission to review residential construction and modifications
The Architectural Commission is reviewing several applications for new home construction, additions, and landscape modifications. Some items include requests for variances regarding lot coverage and building height that will require Town Council review.
Board to consider FY2027 solid waste assessments and zoning changes
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to set fiscal year 2027 solid waste assessment rates and discuss ordinances regarding park fishing and road speed limits. The meeting includes quasi-judicial hearings on development agreements and zoning amendments for several properties.
Board of Adjustment to review dock length request at 418 N Sunset Blvd
The Gulf Breeze Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a request from Keith and June Biggs. The applicants are seeking to reconstruct a dock that exceeds the maximum permissible length.
Special Magistrate to hear 36 code enforcement cases
The Special Magistrate is reviewing a series of code enforcement cases involving property violations. The body will address issues ranging from missing construction permits to business tax receipt violations.
City Commission and P&Z Board to discuss Mixed Use land use categories
The City Commission and Planning & Zoning Board will hold a joint workshop to review a proposed Mixed Use Future Land Use Category for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. This session is for discussion and direction; no formal action will be taken.
Zoning Board to consider variance for 1300 South Harbor City Boulevard
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request to reduce the required frontage on a public street and increase the number of parking spaces for a 4,913-square-foot office building at 1300 South Harbor City Boulevard.
Proposed changes to allow light manufacturing in C3 zoning districts
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a proposal to amend the Unified Land Development Code. The amendment would create standards for finished product manufacture, light assembly, and controlled outdoor storage within C3 districts.
Board will reconsider a restaurant development plan at Bald Eagle Drive
The Marco Island Planning Board will consider three resolutions continued from the June 5 meeting: a site‑development plan amendment for a new restaurant at 900‑951 Bald Eagle Drive, a variance petition addressing landscape and waste requirements for 951 Bald Eagle Drive, and a conditional use permit for open‑rack…
City Commission to consider 2026/27 budget and new zoning overlay districts
The commission will review the proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026/27. Commissioners will vote on a resolution establishing a tentative millage rate for that fiscal year. The agenda includes public‑hearing items to amend the city code and official zoning map to create several new overlay…
HPC to vote on historic building window and door upgrades
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Certificate of Review applications for exterior changes to buildings in the Downtown Historic District. Staff recommends approval for both projects.
Committee discusses regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, and H
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will discuss a set of regulatory incentives labeled C, E, F, G, and H. Topics include flexibility of density, accessory dwelling units, reduced parking and setback requirements, flexible lot configuration, and modification of street requirements. The meeting also includes a…
Board to consider variance request for single-family home setback
The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hear a continued request for a variance to reduce the front setback requirement for a single-family dwelling on SE Myrtle Street in Stuart. The property is located at 3236 SE St. Lucie Boulevard.
Milton City Council to discuss wastewater plant financing and Highway 90 land donation
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss financing options for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Effluent Disposal System. Members will also consider a request from Santa Rosa County to donate parcels for the Highway 90 widening project.
Board will vote on extending the one‑cent local option sales tax on the Nov 3 2026 ballot
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners will consider several public‑hearing items, including petitions to vacate alleyways and rights‑of‑way in multiple subdivisions. It will adopt an ordinance directing the Supervisor of Elections to place a referendum on the November 3 2026 ballot to extend the one‑cent…
Hearing Examiner to review utility expansion and land use petitions
The Hearing Examiner will consider four petitions regarding conditional use, parking exemptions, and building variances. Decisions will be rendered within 30 days and may be appealed to the Board of County Commissioners.
Tampa City Council to hold public hearings on 2027 Annual Action Plan and multiple rezonings
The City Council will conduct a second public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Action Plan regarding community development and housing grants. The body will also consider 12 different land use and rezoning applications across the city.
North Port to hold Code Enforcement Hearing on July 23, 2026
The City of North Port is conducting a hearing to address various code violations. The body will review continued cases and hold first hearings for properties with issues ranging from prohibited parking to unpermitted construction.
Building & Zoning Oversight Committee reviews departmental performance and reports
The committee is meeting to review performance reports and updates from several city departments. The agenda consists of departmental updates and administrative approvals.
Public hearings on code‑enforcement violations for five Longwood properties
The Longwood City Commission will hold a Code Enforcement Hearing on July 23, 2026. The special magistrate will explain the proceedings, witnesses will be sworn in, and the commission will hear public cases involving code violations at five addresses. Violations include lack of permits, swimming‑pool fence issues…
Board will hear a variance request for a single‑family home at 3006 Dunbar Ave.
The Board of Adjustments will hold three quasi‑judicial public hearings. The first considers a variance to reduce side setbacks, lot width, and lot area for a single‑family development at 3006 Dunbar Ave. The second considers a variance to reduce the side setback for a pool at 1470 Passaic Ave. The third considers a…
Council will vote on revised planning and zoning fees and several utility purchases
The Panama City Beach City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes purchases for the Utilities Department, such as a tilt‑bed trailer for $34,194, two Atlas Copco pumps for $133,903, a $60,000 counteroffer to Captain Jack’s Family Buffet, a professional services agreement up to $50,000, and a $381,640…
Special Magistrate hearing addresses multiple code violations
The Town of Loxahatchee Groves Special Magistrate will hear four violation cases on July 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM. The cases involve alleged violations of vegetation‑removal permits, work without permits, outdoor storage, and prohibited signage at specific properties. The hearing will also set the next hearing date for…
Board to consider easement abandonment at 2690 W Sample Rd
The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss a request for easement abandonment at a commercial property. The meeting also includes a presentation by a department intern.
Board considers two setback‑reduction variance requests on Christina Circle
The Oldsmar Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting and consider excused absences for Marc Brill and Cleveland Smith. It will hold public hearings on two variance requests that seek to reduce side setbacks from 7.5 feet to 0 feet for walkway decks at 818 and 820 Christina Circle in…
Commission reviews three architectural approval applications for commercial properties
The Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three architectural approval requests. One request seeks to replace a tile roof with a dark bronze metal roof at 11301 Okeechobee Boulevard. Another request proposes a new canopy and extension over vehicle detail areas at 10601 Southern Boulevard. The…
City Manager seeks authority to manage contracts during August recess
The City Commission is meeting to vote on several procurement requests and capital improvement projects. The body is also referring multiple public safety and zoning items to committees for further discussion.
Decision on Heron's Landing Townhomes Phase 2 at 951 Dog Track Rd
The Development Review Committee will vote on the final DRC application for Heron's Landing Townhomes Phase 2 located at 951 Dog Track Rd. The committee will also hold pre‑application meetings for four other projects: Scenic Hills Repositioning, Perdido Key Medical Spa, Murphy Oil #26065, and ST1 LLC. Additionally…
Deltona Special Magistrate hearing on property code violations
The Deltona Special Magistrate will hear cases involving property maintenance, fire code, and zoning violations for multiple properties. The body will review corrective actions requested by city officers.
Committee reviews 502-lot residential plan and other land use requests
The Development Review Committee is reviewing several land use applications, including a major residential development and warehouse proposals. The body will discuss annexations, future land use amendments, and site plans for various properties.
Umatilla City Council to vote on stormwater and solid waste fees
The City Council will consider final readings for ordinances regarding stormwater fee collection and solid waste special assessments. The body is also reviewing several rezoning requests and a property acquisition at 86 East Orange Lane.
City Council to vote on annexation, moratorium, and impact fee increases
The Minneola City Council will consider second readings for an annexation and rezoning, a 12-month moratorium on data centers, and amendments to impact fees for fire, police, and parks. Two ordinances regarding cemetery rules and solid waste services are also on the agenda.
City Commission to vote on airport rules and federal housing funds
The Kissimmee City Commission will consider amending airport regulations, adopting revised service standards, and approving the 2026 Annual Action Plan for federal housing funds. The meeting also includes approval of meeting minutes and consent agenda items.
Board to approve road contracts and set millage rates for FY 26/27
The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving construction contracts for road and stormwater improvements, including projects on Country Club Road and the Peace Creek Canal. The board will also set proposed millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year and discuss various land development code…
Hillsborough County Board considers multiple rezoning requests and road improvements
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several land use applications, including requests to rezone properties to Planned Development (PD) status. The body is also deciding on the administrative acceptance of off-site road and utility improvements for various projects.
Belleview Commission to consider budget amendment increasing FY 2025-26 budget to $43.2M
The City Commission will discuss and potentially adopt Resolution 26-06 to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget from $34,499,903 to $43,278,253. The meeting also includes public hearings on accessory parking, accessory uses, and indoor grease interceptors.
Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss Downtown Action Plan
The Commission is holding a workshop for information gathering and discussion. No votes will be taken during this meeting.
DRC reviews preliminary plat for DeBary Main Street mixed‑use project
The Development Review Committee will consider Case # PPR26-000001, a request from Kimley‑Horn & Associates to approve a preliminary plat and construction plan for the DeBary Main Street mixed‑use development at 546 South Shell Road and 558 South Charles Richard Beall Boulevard. The project includes 315 residential…