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Loxahatchee Groves planners begin workshop on creating an 'equestrian estate' zoning option
Summary
The Planning & Zoning committee discussed whether to create a new zoning pathway or overlay to accommodate large horse properties, focusing on minimum lot sizes, setbacks, farm infrastructure and staff housing; staff will return with comparative charts and stakeholder outreach.
The Town of Loxahatchee Groves Planning & Zoning committee opened a multi-session workshop about whether to create a formal "equestrian estate" zoning option to better accommodate large horse properties and ranch-style operations. Staff presented a memo (page 165 of the packet) and described the item as a conversation starter rather than a decision: "I just wanna start off. Basically, it's to get the communication started," a staff member said.
Why it matters: Current town rules treat many large holdings as multiple five‑acre parcels, which limits accessory dwellings, creates repeated setback lines and can force property owners to design yards and service areas inefficiently. Several members said the result is property owners trying informal workarounds or discovering nonconformities only after sales or subdivisions.
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