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Committee pauses ‘missing middle’ land‑use overhaul, asks staff and subcommittee to refine maps and criteria
Summary
After hours of testimony for and against a proposed "missing middle" overlay that would increase allowable densities in portions of Jacksonville, the Land Use and Zoning Committee continued the public hearing and asked the LDR update subcommittee and planning staff to produce a revised, targeted map and additional technical edits.
Jacksonville’s Land Use and Zoning Committee on Jan. 7 did not take a final vote on a proposed amendment to the comprehensive plan (2024‑0868) that would create a “missing middle” overlay to allow higher residential densities in selected parts of the city.
Instead the committee asked staff and the Land Development Regulations (LDR) update subcommittee to refine the map and ordinance language, and continued the public hearing for additional review. Committee members said they want a more targeted approach and more time for district council members and CPACs to review proposed boundaries and text changes.
Why it matters: The proposal would change allowed maximum densities for eligible low‑density residential parcels inside an overlay (up to 25 units per acre in the urban priority area and up to 20 units per acre in the urban area), and add a map into the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Proponents said it will expand…
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