Submitted By: Emily W. Johnson, AICP
Presentation By: Emily W. Johnson
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Department: Growth Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Introduce Ordinance 2024-58 to change the Future Land Use designation on approximately 5.86 acres located at 4040 W Silver Springs Boulevard (Parcel 22866-000-02) along with the parcel located directly to the south (Parcel # 22866-000-03) from Commercial (County) to Low Intensity (City) (Case LUC24-45691) (Quasi-Judicial)
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place, Economic Hub
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
* Petitioner: B I Realty, LLC & Racetrac, Inc.
* Property Owner: B I Realty, LLC
* Agent: Robert W. Batsel, Jr. Esq., Gooding & Batsel, PLLC
The petitioner requests to change the future land use classification to Low Intensity (City) in association with a concurrent annexation (ANX24-45690) and rezoning to B-2, Community Business (Case: ZON24-45692). The applicant has indicated an intent to redevelop the subject properties with a self-service gasoline station/convenience store.
The subject properties consist of a vacant parcel, previously developed with a motel, and the undeveloped parcel directly to the south. The subject properties are currently located in unincorporated Marion County with an underlying Commercial Future Land Use classification (Marion County).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 4-0 on August 12, 2024. During the meeting, the board inquired about the number of gas pumps and the location of the traffic light. The petitioner provided a conceptual plan and explained that the signalized intersection would align with NW 40th Avenue at State Road 40. The project will consist of five high-powered diesel pumps with one-way access and approximately 16 standard gasoline pumps. A discussion ensued following public comments about potential environmental and property value impact, project timeline, and provision of access to the ...
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