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Commission Approves Old Dixie Highway Marina with Conditions after Neighbors Voice Hurricane, Noise and Traffic Concerns
Summary
The board approved a conditional‑use request for a commercial marina on Old Dixie Highway and Harbor Drive, subject to conditions including a hurricane preparedness plan, fuel‑management measures, manatee protection compliance and restricted hours of operation; neighbors expressed strong opposition citing flood, storm and quality‑of‑life risks.
The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners approved a conditional‑use request to develop a commercial marina at Old Dixie Highway and Harbor Drive (Item P‑53) after staff, the applicant and multiple neighbors discussed conditions intended to reduce noise, traffic and storm‑related hazards. The Planning Department and Planning Commission both recommended approval with conditions.
Planning staff described the proposal as a commercial marina including up to 25 dry boat storage spaces and eight wet slips, with associated upland support facilities. Staff noted the proposal must meet the county’s marina standards (citing comprehensive‑plan policy COA‑2.105) and recommended conditions including a hurricane preparedness plan, a fuel‑management plan, signage to create an idle‑speed…
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