Commission approves large planned-community amendment for 3,145-acre Agricola property with limits on conversions and funding provisions

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners voted to adopt a comprehensive plan amendment, approve a development agreement and rezoning for a proposed 3,145-acre planned community project presented by the applicant (referred to in materials as the Agricola project). The approvals included an expansion of the county's urban service area to encompass the project site and several policy changes the county's staff recommended.

The development agreement and PUD (planned unit development) include specific commitments from the applicant: at least 1,573 acres set aside for buffers, wetlands and natural areas; a minimum of 320 acres of public recreation (including at least 22 acres of active recreation open to the public); a dedication of up to 40 acres for an elementary school site or payment of proportionate share; and a four-acre contribution (with fees credit) toward…