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Board approves one‑year pilot allowing some commercial/religious sites to propose affordable housing
Summary
Using Florida Statute §125.01055 authority, the board approved a one‑year pilot to permit projects on commercial, industrial or religious institution lands to seek approval for affordable housing if they meet a minimum affordable unit requirement; the board will review the pilot after one year.
Commissioner Myers brought forward a one‑year pilot under Florida Statute §125.01055 to allow certain projects on commercially or industrially zoned land, or on property owned by religious institutions, to propose affordable housing developments if they include a minimum share of affordable units (examples discussed cited 10% up to 120% AMI thresholds). Development services staff said the board retains final approval authority and that utility, water and wastewater constraints remain relevant to project feasibility.
Commissioners debated geographic effects — noting rural areas could see more applications — and staff said they do not currently maintain a complete inventory of eligible properties but that mapping of religious properties exists. The motion to launch the one‑year pilot passed 5‑2; Commissioners Miller and Wilson voted no. The pilot requires returning to the board after one year to determine whether to continue or terminate the program.
