Commissioners approve Lakewood Ranch Southeast rezone for Project Area 2 amid resident objections
After hours of testimony and questioning about buffers, open space, stormwater and traffic, the board approved Rezone Petition 24‑10 (rezoning ~548 acres to RSF‑2/PUD with five stipulations and three modifications) by a 4–1 vote; opposition cited compatibility, counting pond area as open space and transition‑zone intent.
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The Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners approved Rezone Petition 24‑10 (Lakewood Ranch Southeast, Project Area 2) on May 5, 2025 by a 4–1 vote following a detailed staff presentation, an applicant briefing and extensive public comment.
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