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Board approves Cypress Banks amendment to add 5-acre commercial parcel with tight vote

2112927 · January 14, 2025
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Summary

The board voted 4-3 to adopt amendments to the Cypress Banks DRI and associated zoning to add a 5-acre commercial parcel and increase commercial entitlements by 50,000 square feet.

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners approved amendments to the Cypress Banks development-of-regional-impact (DRI) and an associated zoning ordinance on Jan. 14 that add a five-acre commercial tract and increase commercial entitlements by 50,000 square feet.

Applicant representatives said the change converts a portion of previously designated open space into a new commercial tract (Parcel 89) at the Lorraine Corners area, adjacent to existing Publix and other retail. The applicant described the site as already well served by roads and utilities and said the added retail will serve nearby residents so…

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