Commission approves code changes to define 'flex space' and retail plazas
Polk County staff introduced and the commission approved a text amendment defining 'flex space' and retail plaza standards to consolidate review criteria, require parking assessments and cap certain commercial uses to improve consistency and review efficiency.
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Ian Nance presented LDCT 2025‑28, proposing definitions and standards for 'flex space' and retail plazas to clarify how multi‑tenant structures with mixed uses are reviewed. Staff explained the amendment moves structural treatment to Chapter 2 (buildings and structures) and requires parking assessments and standardized landscaping to avoid inconsistent classification (e.g., warehousing vs. office).
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