Hartz Office Park seeks zoning change for commercial site development plans

The Nassau County Development Review Committee convened on June 3, 2025, to discuss the proposed Hartz Office Park project located at the intersection of Hartz Road and US 17. The meeting focused on the conceptual site plan for the development, which is currently zoned as open rural with a commercial underlying future land use designation.

During the meeting, it was noted that the property is no longer within the William Burgess District, which had implications for the rezoning process. The developers indicated their intention to apply for a rezoning to align with the commercial designation, as the site previously hosted a busy restaurant and motel.

Key points of discussion included the need for compliance with driveway spacing requirements, which stipulate a minimum distance of 100 feet between driveways measured from radius to radius. The committee emphasized that the design must adhere to commercial standards, including the necessary dimensions for driveways and sidewalks. A six-foot sidewalk along the road frontage of Hartz Road and Highway 17 was mandated, along with internal sidewalk connections.

Additionally, the committee highlighted the requirement for all parking lots and vehicle use areas to be paved, ensuring that the development meets the county's roadway and drainage standards.

The meeting concluded with the committee's support for the project, contingent upon the developers addressing the outlined requirements. The next steps will involve the developers submitting their rezoning application and making the necessary adjustments to the site plan to comply with the committee's recommendations.