In a recent government meeting, a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning application were discussed concerning a property located at the southeast corner of Sand Ridge Road and First Coast Expressway. The applicant, Frank Miller, is seeking to modify the future land use designations for two portions of a single parcel totaling 25.48 acres in the Lake Asbury Penny Farms planning district, represented by Commissioner Burke.

The proposed changes involve swapping the designations of 12.74 acres from Lake Asbury Village Center to Lake Asbury Master Plan Community, while the other 12.74 acres will transition from Master Plan Community back to Village Center. This adjustment does not alter the total acreage and therefore does not trigger any moratoriums.

The Lake Asbury Penny Farms Citizen Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission both voted unanimously in favor of the applications, indicating strong local support. The staff has reviewed the criteria for both the comprehensive plan and the rezoning action, concluding that they are met and recommending approval.

Miller explained that the rationale behind the amendment is to optimize the use of the land, particularly due to a pond located on the Master Plan Community parcel that is part of a residential development to the south. A preliminary site plan has been mentioned, which includes provisions for a grocery store.

Concerns were raised during the meeting regarding potential traffic impacts on Feed Mill Road, particularly as it relates to access for the proposed commercial development. Questions about traffic flow and access points were discussed, highlighting the importance of managing traffic to avoid congestion on main roads.

The board has continued discussions on this item multiple times, with the most recent continuation occurring on August 13. The applicant is now awaiting final approval to proceed with the proposed changes.