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Apopka CRA debates Eighth Street plat: pocket park proposal divides board, staff to rework options
Summary
The CRA and board members discussed a city-owned Eighth Street parcel proposed for four lots and a pocket park; board members split between increasing lot depth for additional homes and keeping a small park. No formal decision was reached; staff will return with revised options.
City planning staff presented a proposed replat for a city-owned parcel on Eighth Street in the downtown CRA that would subdivide the site into four lots; the plan also included a small park on the parcel, but board members and residents debated whether the site should instead be reconfigured to permit additional homes.
The plat, presented to the City Council on Jan. 15 and returned to the CRA for further discussion, drew concerns that a park at that location could attract criminal activity. Member Nesta said she “still find[s] value in having the park,” noting the neighborhood lacks walkable open space. Member Drago and other board members urged a…
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