HCA Oak Hill Hospital traffic light prompts interconnectivity discussions at public meeting

The Hernando County Planning and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on July 14, 2025, where key discussions focused on a proposed public service facility and its associated conditions. The meeting highlighted the importance of interconnectivity in light of a new traffic signal at HCA Oak Hill Hospital, which raised concerns from the Department of Public Works.

The petitioner, representing the applicant, discussed potential revisions to conditions related to the development. Notably, there are no deviations requested for the application, which will be constructed within the public service facility overlay district. Staff recommended approval of the application, emphasizing the need for coordination with the county engineer regarding the proposed changes.

Among the conditions discussed, condition number 5 pertains to the requirement for a frontage edge road along Cortez Boulevard. The petitioner suggested revisions to enhance interconnectivity. Additionally, condition number 11, which addresses the screening of outdoor storage, was also revised in collaboration with planning staff.

The petitioner is expected to provide a more detailed presentation on their application, further clarifying the proposed changes and their implications for the project. The meeting underscored the ongoing efforts to ensure that new developments align with community infrastructure and planning goals.