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Commission approves 1,200‑acre conditional use for equestrian park with cultural‑resource, buffer conditions

Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners · February 26, 2026
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Summary

The Santa Rosa County Commission approved a conditional‑use request by Florida Ranch Development for an equestrian‑oriented active park on roughly 1,200 acres, attaching conditions including a 100‑foot vegetative buffer near residences, limits on RV stays, and a cultural‑resources survey to protect potential archaeological sites.

The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners approved a conditional‑use application from Florida Ranch Development to operate an active equestrian park, campground and event space on about 1,200 acres after hearing extensive public comment and negotiating conditions.

Attorney Angela Jones (speaker 20) presented the project as agricultural and equestrian in character, noting a lengthy planning history and a site plan that included roughly 50 RV spaces intended for temporary event stays and not long‑term residency. Jones said staff analysis was positive and that the applicant would comply with required…

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