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Commission recommends rezone to PD for Mercedon Building despite neighbor concerns about sidewalks, wildlife
Summary
The commission voted Dec. 3 to recommend rezoning roughly 0.47 acres from C-2 to PD for an office with accessory warehouse; a nearby resident opposed the project citing lack of sidewalks, a school bus stop, wildlife (bald eagles, otters) and ~39 additional daily trips; the applicant said sidewalks will be provided and the site previously held a Wendy’s.
The Seminole County Planning and Zoning Commission on Dec. 3 recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve a rezone from C-2 general commercial to PD (plan development) for the proposed Mercedon Building, an office with accessory warehouse on about 0.47 acres at the southeast corner of Division Street and Wells Avenue.
Caitlin Apgar, planner with Development Services, summarized staff findings that the project meets comprehensive-plan and PD criteria, proposes a floor‑area ratio of 0.2, provides at least 25% on-site open space and includes proposed sidewalk connections and bicycle parking intended to…
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