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Freddie Miller (presenter) and staff described the PD area as about 960.59 acres across seven parcels and summarized prior approvals and ongoing subdivision and commercial reviews. The requested amendment applies only to signage; staff said the proposal is consistent with the low‑intensity future land‑use classification and will not change project impacts or level‑of‑service findings.

Stuart Hill of Kimberly Horne Associates, agent for Kale Winding Oaks LLC, said the signage plan provides a more thorough layout and a cleaner visual identity, replacing the previous winding‑trees motif with a black‑horse logo and using materials such as grama stone veneer and faux wood. Sign heights ranged in staff materials from approximately 9 feet to about 14 feet 11 inches.

James Buell, a homeowner who shares a boundary with Winding Oaks, said earlier assurances of a substantial buffer and berm had been removed without his knowledge during plan revisions, and asked the board what remedies were available. The growth management director offered to meet with Buell and investigate the change and said site‑specific buffering and elevation issues are better handled through staff review and direct discussion.

After questions and the offer of a staff meeting to review buffering concerns, the commission voted to approve the PD signage amendment. The vote was recorded by roll call and the motion carried.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Ocala - Planning & Zoning Commission","oneSentenceSummary","The Planning & Zoning Commission approved updates to the Winding Oaks Planned Development signage plan (PD20‑0007), which specify new materials, a logo and about 55 sign locations; the amendment applies only to signage and does not alter the PD’s land uses.","taxTitle","Ocala, Marion County, Florida","taxId",4898,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6475179,"Commission approves deletion of two legacy policies for large Old Ocala West parcels; PD rezoning to follow",1648,986000,2634000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60&start=986&end=2634","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60/thumbnail_986000.jpg","/articles/6475179/Ocala/Marion-County/Florida/Commission-approves-deletion-of-two-legacy-policies-for-large-Old-Ocala-West-parcels-PD-rezoning-to-follow","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6475179-19f59bea38be98712db05cba6de0338c/orig.mp4?Expires=1770519780&Signature=W6t107tn2JN5gYq7CXUU2ASxwuPKPM3KFYdCVlTQnwipjjU9wkA3yglQ~gp~hpiZbahChXmWDQn~A~U2XMFCbgMVoKVUQbz-1n4XuyPhynJf~5~I9ljj5i9cH~zxgyhH~y6WMEHwGBhje~SYKE9rqKEKZkqx51COYlJaPMqNr~gO19UkKfP5VA~a5wz3Um9jHgkQN--KmhuRuxqyVmS1ss2JyOESKquEorN96j-l0iymoCF0~I0mMJjwU7mc20kDEzOyZ-CpFs3Z9Ou1qhPsZptzp-0oXy4vOzWwbElJrKx4uTHMnn4pob-gkaJz2wFtNRfS~N-lNrcmjcFnytJabA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve transmittal of a comprehensive plan text amendment (case FLUP 25‑0001) that would delete two existing policies, 18.13 and 18.24, that currently impose development conditions on portions of two parcels associated with the Old Ocala West project.

Emily Johnson of the City of Ocala Growth Management Department told the board the request covers approximately 75.93 acres identified as parcel IDs 2380‑000‑001 and 23812‑001‑00. Johnson said policy 18.13, adopted in 2007, limited development intensity on a 50.42‑acre portion so that projected peak‑hour trips would be less than those from prior professional‑services zoning and required submission of a development plan, traffic analysis and proportionate‑share traffic improvements. Policy 18.24, also adopted in 2007, required development of a 25.51‑acre portion as a planned unit development and limited overall residential units in combination with the remainder parcel to 871 units.

Johnson said deleting the two policies would allow the properties to be developed under the present medium‑intensity special district future land use. She said deletion would increase the maximum residential density on part of one parcel from 12 dwelling units per acre to 30 dwelling units per acre and could raise allowed nonresidential intensity on another portion from a 0.75 floor‑area ratio to up to 4.0 floor‑area ratio. Johnson emphasized those development restrictions and traffic issues will be addressed through an upcoming PD rezoning, a required traffic impact process and a chapter 163 development agreement.

Fred Roberts, representing the applicant, described the request as “a single step in what will ultimately be something coming back before you in the next couple of few months.” Roberts said the applicant has agreed by letter with city staff that the comprehensive‑plan text amendment will not be heard by city council separately; it will be considered concurrently with the PD rezoning and any chapter 163 development agreement.

Residents raised concerns about height, density and traffic. Mary Ann Mylan questioned whether buildings up to “10 high” were being contemplated if density increased to 30 units per acre and said she feared many new units would sit vacant. Mamie Fisher, speaking for Bear Track Ranch, said some proposed townhomes and apartment buildings could be “100 feet tall” and would sit “25 feet” from existing one‑to‑three‑acre lots; she asked for security and privacy protections. David Squire of Timberwood asked for a 100‑foot undisturbed buffer between his one‑acre lot and the proposed development.

Commissioners and staff repeatedly noted this agenda item is a text amendment and a procedural step: the PD rezoning, traffic study and a development agreement will return to the board and city council with project‑level plans, traffic analysis, buffering and architectural standards for final decisions. After discussion, the commission approved the transmittal for FLUP 25‑0001; the item will be sent to the Florida Department of Commerce for state review before it returns to city council concurrently with the PD rezoning.","The City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission approved transmittal of a text amendment to delete two comprehensive‑plan policies (18.13 and 18.24) tied to roughly 75.93 acres associated with the Old Ocala West project.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6475173,"Commission reclassifies landfill/MRF site to employment center; neighbors raise odor and health concerns",943,2656000,3599000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60&start=2656&end=3599","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60/thumbnail_2656000.jpg","/articles/6475173/Ocala/Marion-County/Florida/Commission-reclassifies-landfillMRF-site-to-employment-center-neighbors-raise-odor-and-health-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6475173-7beb9762256a48c638da5d7031573c37/orig.mp4?Expires=1770519780&Signature=mXTzvVQhA-qZ9VFUFcea1BorfbGO4~mBj9fe--Jh7uTSKoOUwQPxGMPhi9OGZ~czs5xNm1L1adGbMY2N-7cG3BeYS10zzghwMzdJfd0YkV8N3PHCr0jOmhg1R0eCMD99shypdY~SYZHaq2zKWR-EqbvrDfgrpnq14bQL5VEectCupFvadDc6TBTo9m3QxIbEIfh4595WTUKBWtb9xqvqJ1mjf-70hKrKojjNe78C16CnDt0S8b31zQKZIbEuVAJplHpQNYncKYQCwdO37TncaUfU1xoi89DwgErsLNO5qifd4VHtpPbZDC1MdyRA~vHJVZwY6UQIGu9mQ9WK6f3GQw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a future‑land‑use map amendment (LUC 25‑0004) to change nine parcels totaling about 74.11 acres from Medium Intensity Special District to Employment Center to reflect the long‑standing construction and demolition landfill and materials‑recovery facility (MRF) operations at the site.

Emily Johnson, City of Ocala Growth Management Department, summarized the site’s history, saying C&D landfill and MRF activities at the location date to the early 1990s. Johnson said prior petitions and zoning actions have left the site as a conforming use in practice but with a mismatch between zoning and the comprehensive plan; staff recommended the Employment Center designation because it better aligns with the high‑impact industrial nature of the facility and nearby Ocala‑Marion County Commerce Park. Johnson also noted a Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit for the landfill has been extended through 2029 and that prior code amendments and a chapter 163 development agreement already limit height and impose buffering and operational controls.

Fred Roberts, representing the property interests, told commissioners the change is a cleanup to make zoning and the comprehensive plan consistent and said the site remains restricted by the chapter 163 agreement; he said the amendment does not authorize expansion beyond what is allowed by existing permits.

Nearby property owners urged caution. Diana Trans, whose property fronts Northwest 20 First Avenue, described persistent foul odors and said the facility’s smell and debris harm surrounding properties and could deter hospitals, medical facilities and other development. Pamela Hayes, a nearby homeowner, said debris from the site lands on her property, that well water was “undrinkable,” and urged the commission not to approve any expansion. Both commenters asked the city to limit any enlargement; Johnson and Roberts said the amendment itself does not authorize expansion and that DEP permitting governs the landfill’s lifecycle.

Staff noted utilities were available, no public facility level‑of‑service issues were identified, and the Employment Center designation would be consistent with nearby industrial uses. After public comment and discussion, the commission voted to approve LUC 25‑0004; the motion carried during roll call.","The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a future‑land‑use amendment (LUC 25‑0004) reclassifying nine parcels totaling about 74.11 acres that host a long‑standing C&D landfill and materials‑recovery facility to Employment Center to align the comprehensive plan with existing site operations.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6475184,"Planning board approves 55‑lot Greenway Reserve subdivision amid neighborhood traffic concerns",886,88000,974000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60&start=88&end=974","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5734456-78ee19bbe815e48d359baafd25f99a60/thumbnail_88000.jpg","/articles/6475184/Ocala/Marion-County/Florida/Planning-board-approves-55lot-Greenway-Reserve-subdivision-amid-neighborhood-traffic-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6475184-cbaf23af3f157a5fb66d25fbbe17468a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770519780&Signature=EpEWm7Le0RPiRYglLXfsYeY40keZ-vxCWcVdegS-aj2A2yuUxzN1MnrHueRwQVxnQNCuCfPCzo00F-2q-JP0f20BDLX5ZUZTGIan82T6JoWLQpQl5P6S7s1wAIDfk7ErEIHqjnVXrw39udwRFabXn-8I2c6CHafk1YptnqiiUJPulg7zdiN3rdGJoSY9zxTxmcTN2QtWnd9j2aGVXq8~kyIixLlhTj3vXwc8W3YSxWrkXYhrT1aD-zhZpTHuPCB6Cl9jLHuXWqNeSJvlyLnzEpmmCBLdTiNyE-l2oWcSwBl3TO0C2iLnB8i6Gd1nHRiIjjewDR~RoT~wOsdb3oSS8A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission voted to approve the conceptual plan for Greenway Reserve (case SUV 25‑0003), a planned‑development single‑family subdivision of 55 lots on 12.67 acres, after a staff presentation and public comment.

Karen Cupp, with the city’s Growth Management Department, told the board the subdivision would include 0.54 miles of roadway, minimum lots of 4,400 square feet (40 feet wide by about 110 feet deep) and setbacks of 15 feet front, 5 feet side, and 10 feet rear or corner. She said the roads labeled A, C and D would have a 50‑foot right‑of‑way, Street B a 45‑foot right‑of‑way, and five‑foot utility easements on each side. Cupp said potable water and sanitary sewer would be proposed for public maintenance, and drainage areas outside the right‑of‑way would be dedicated to a homeowners association. Staff recommended approval “subject to a developer’s agreement being submitted with the improvement plans and approved and recorded prior to acceptance of the final plat application.”

Neighbors said the nearby street network could not absorb the added traffic. Mary Ann Mylan, who lives on 20 Fifth Court, criticized the amount of development nearby and said 20 Fifth Avenue and surrounding two‑lane roads could not handle additional vehicles. “If you look at a 323 homes provides … 650 cars plus … 100 cars from this. That’s an extra 750 cars,” Mylan said, adding she feared backups when the railroad crossing is down.

Anthony Burke, a nearby resident, said existing congestion at 20 Fifth and 30 Fifth already makes egress “dangerous” and urged commissioners to closely review traffic impacts. John Harvey of Tillman Associates Engineering LLC, the petitioner’s agent, said a traffic study would be performed and “if there’s any infrastructure … that needs to be done we will be reviewed by staff and our organization and come to an agreement to understand what needs to be done.”

Staff clarified that the conceptual plan’s traffic statement estimated 58 peak‑hour trips for the development and that the city’s threshold for a full traffic impact analysis is 100 peak‑hour trips; staff said a traffic impact statement will be required and the transportation engineer could still recommend turn lanes or other mitigations during improvement plan review.

After brief board discussion noting the parcel and previous approvals, a motion to approve the conceptual plan passed. The motion record indicates the board approved the item; the motion was carried during roll call.

The approval is conditioned on filing a developer’s agreement and completing required improvement plans before a final plat application will be accepted. Implementation details, including any traffic mitigation, will be addressed during the improvement plan and permitting stages.","The City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the conceptual plan for Greenway Reserve, a 55‑lot subdivision on 12.67 acres, despite neighbors’ objections about traffic and density. Staff conditions include submittal of a developer’s agreement and standard improvement plans before final plat acceptance.","actionData","errors"]

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