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DeLand commission approves rezoning of about 15.5 acres to R1A on second reading
Summary
On second reading the DeLand City Commission voted unanimously to rezone about 15.5 acres at the northwest corner of South Blue Lake Avenue and East Beresford Avenue from Volusia County R3 to City R1A, with staff saying the request is consistent with the comprehensive plan and a school‑capacity letter from the school board.
The DeLand City Commission on Nov. 3 approved on second reading Ordinance 2025‑18, changing the zoning for roughly 15.5 acres at the northwest corner of South Blue Lake Avenue and East Beresford Avenue from Volusia County R3 to the City of DeLand's R1A (single‑family residential).
Senior planner Kendall Story presented the request and the staff recommendation. Story said the parcel was annexed into the city on March 3, 2025, and the planning board recommended approval on Aug. 13. The planner told commissioners that the R1A zoning district is intended to encourage low‑density residential neighborhoods and that the district is compatible with the property's comprehensive land‑use designation. Story also noted the school board issued a Jan. 16, 2025, letter finding adequate capacity for future development.
With no public speakers present for the item, a motion for approval was made, seconded, and carried on roll call. The transcript records affirmative roll‑call responses from the commissioners on the second reading and the mayor declared the motion carries.
Next steps: The ordinance becomes effective as provided in the document adopted on second reading, completing the rezoning process begun earlier in the year.
