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Hendry County staff proposes temporary RV permits to allow owner‑builders onsite while homes are built
Summary
Planning director proposed a Land Development Code amendment to allow short‑term RV occupancy for owner‑builders, with initial 90‑day permits, inspection milestones, and storm‑safety and waste‑management conditions.
Hendry County planning staff presented a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code (LDC) to permit temporary use of recreational vehicles (RVs) by owner‑builders while constructing a home.
Ryan Alexander, director of planning and community development, told the board the draft framework was modeled on ordinances from other counties and is intended to provide a limited, regulated window for owner‑builders who live on a property while completing construction. Alexander asked the commission for direction on allowable zoning districts and other conditions.
Staff proposed an initial 90‑day temporary use permit. To obtain the permit, an applicant would need an active owner‑builder permit, an approved driveway permit to ensure emergency access, an RV holding tank, and a clearly posted address…
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