A proposed RV park in Citrus County faced significant opposition during the Planning and Development Commission meeting on November 7, 2024, leading to a unanimous recommendation for denial. Commissioners expressed concerns over the project's compatibility with the local community, particularly its environmental impact and the potential strain on resources.

Commissioner Scharer highlighted the importance of compatibility, stating, "We have a category called compatibility... looking at how does it fit to the community." He noted that while the application met certain legal requirements, it did not align with the community's needs, especially given its location near the headwaters of the Homosassa River. Scharer emphasized the need for careful consideration of future development impacts, saying, "I don't see this being a good fit."

Commissioner Stone echoed these sentiments, criticizing the park's design for clear-cutting trees and inadequate attention to environmental features like nearby springs. He raised concerns about traffic management and lighting, stating, "Loss of a couple of RV spots could put woods all through the trees... and make it a whole lot nicer."

Ultimately, the commission voted to recommend denial of the application, citing inconsistencies with the Citrus County comprehensive plan and land development code. The motion, supported by Commissioners Worthington and Royce, passed without opposition. The Board of County Commissioners is set to discuss the application further on December 10 at 5:10 PM, where the final decision will be made.