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Oldsmar council approves first reading to standardize pool setbacks, allow higher pool-area lot coverage
Summary
Council passed the first reading of Ordinance 2026-02 to consolidate residential pool standards in the land‑development code: reduce some pool setbacks, clarify side/rear setbacks, and allow up to 65% impervious surface ratio for pool‑related areas (first reading passed 5–0).
The Oldsmar City Council on Feb. 17 approved on first reading an ordinance to consolidate and standardize residential pool setback and lot‑coverage rules across the city’s Land Development Code.
Planning & Development Director Tatiana Childress told the council staff recommended changes to reduce inconsistent rules that have generated frequent variance requests. "We're trying to reduce the rear yard setback from 10 feet to 5 feet to…
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