Planning panel recommends converting former Vickers Sand Mine to low-density residential

The Sebastian City Planning and Zoning Commission on Sept. 4 voted 5-0 to recommend that City Council change the future land use designation for about 148.58 acres formerly known as the Vickers Sand Mine from mixed use and county industrial to LDR (low-density residential).

The recommendation follows a staff presentation that said the request, submitted by Dr. Horton on behalf of applicant Henry Fisher, would restore much of the site to the low-density residential designation that preceded the city's 2040 comprehensive plan update adopted in 2022. Planning staff told commissioners that "staff is recommending approval." The item is scheduled for City Council first reading on Sept. 24, 2025; rezoning and a conceptual plan would be considered by the commission in October if the council approves the land use change on first reading.

The property is a former sand mine…