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Commission advances zoning rules for certified recovery residences to public hearing
Summary
The commission voted to send Ordinance 2025-32—a zoning update establishing review procedures, reasonable-accommodation request processes and revocation provisions for certified recovery residences—to public hearing for further community input.
On Nov. 11 the City Commission held first reading of Ordinance 2025-32, which would add a new section to chapter 28 of the zoning code to implement state statutory requirements for certified recovery residences in multifamily zoning districts. Amy Skinner, director of planning and building, explained the ordinance creates a procedural path for reasonable accommodation requests, appeals and revocation processes required under Florida law.
Commissioners generally expressed support and moved the ordinance to public hearing so the community can review the text and comment before second reading.
Why it matters: The ordinance implements state requirements for certified recovery residences, providing procedural clarity for operators, neighbors and staff while ensuring appeals and revocation steps are codified locally.
What comes next: The commission approved the ordinance on first reading by roll call and will hold a public hearing at a future meeting (second reading) as required by ordinance procedures.
