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Sarasota CountyFL averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$373,100 Municipal budget
Total revenue$1.03B (FY2023)
Total spending$1.09B (FY2023)
Taxes$432.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$820.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,445 (FY2023)
Recent meetings
Thu Jul 16, 2026
PC-Regular
Rezone of 1.72 acres on Bayshore Dr. and two special exception petitions
The Sarasota County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezone petition for 1745 Bayshore Dr., a special exception for the Parkinson Research Foundation to operate a community service facility in a residential zone, and a special exception for Hyundai of Venice to allow vehicle sales and service in a commercial zone. The commission will also consider time-extension requests for neighborhood workshops related to these and other pending petitions.
- Rezone of 1745 Bayshore Dr., Englewood, from RE-2 (1 unit/acre) to RE-3 (1 unit/0.5 acre) on 1.72 acres
- Special Exception No. 1932: Parkinson Research Foundation community service facility in RSF-2 zone
- Special Exception No. 1926: Hyundai of Venice vehicle sales and service in CG zone
- Waiver of time request for neighborhood workshops on Lakewood Ranch Southeast rezones and telecom tower (Petitions 25-19, 25-20, 19-22)
- Waiver of time request for neighborhood workshop on 1745 Bayshore Dr. lot split (Special Exception 25-22)
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July 16, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
Randy Boyd
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comme nt during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
2. NEIGHBORHOOD WORKSHOP – WAIVER OF TIME REQUEST – REZONE
PETITIONS No. 25 -19; No. 25-20 and SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION No. 1922:
Lakewood Ranch Southeast Areas 4, 5, and Telecommunications Tower
To consider a request for a time extension regarding the neighborhood workshop relating
to the above noted petitions.
Presenter: Katie LaBarr, AICP, Agent, Stantec
July 16, 2026 AGENDA
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3. NEIGHBORHOOD WORKSHOP – WAIVER OF TIME RE …
Thu Jun 18, 2026
PC-Regular
Pennie Holdings land use change, telecom tower, UDC amendment on agenda
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment and rezone for Pennie Holdings 1 LLC, changing 1.54 acres from Moderate Density Residential to Office/Multi-Family Residential and rezoning 0.86 acres from RSF-3 to OPI. Other items include a special exception for a telecommunications tower over 35 feet in an Open Use Rural district, and a UDC amendment modifying transient accommodation requirements in the CHI district. The meeting also includes open public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- UDC Amendment 2026-1: Privately-initiated change to transient accommodation requirements in CHI district.
- Special Exception Petition No. 1927: Proposed 35+ foot telecommunication tower in OUR zone on Lena Lane.
- Small Area CPA SA-2025-04, CAP Amendment 01-01-SP-2025, Rezone 25-09: 1.54-acre land use change from MODR to OFF/MF and 0.86-acre rezone from RSF-3 to OPI for Pennie Holdings 1 LLC.
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June 18, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
Randy Boyd
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
June 18, 2026 AGENDA
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2. UDC AMENDMENT No. 2026-1, RELATING TO TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATIONS IN
CHI
This is a privately-initiated UDC amendment to modify requirements for Transient …
Thu Jun 4, 2026
PC-Regular
Commission weighs Palmer Ranch East village: 5,702 homes, 1.48M sq ft
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Special Exception for a cemetery at Gulf Pines Funeral Home and three related items for the Palmer Ranch East development: a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, a Unified Development Code Amendment, and a Master Development Order for a village of up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 square feet of commercial/office/light industrial uses on approximately 2,351 acres east of I-75 and S.R. 681. The meeting also includes the installation of new commissioner Randy Boyd and approval of prior minutes.
- Installation of new Planning Commissioner Randy Boyd
- Public hearing for Special Exception No. 1925: Gulf Pines Funeral Home – cemetery on less than 40 acres in OUE-1 zone district
- Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 2024-D – revise four policies to allow optional Town Center concept and expand greenbelt exception criteria for a Village in the 2050 RMA overlay
- Public hearing for Unified Development Code Amendment 2025-4 – revise 2050 Village Area Regulations to implement CPA 2024-D
- Public hearing for Palmer Ranch East DOCC – Master Development Order for ±2,351-acre site with up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 sq ft of commercial/office/light industrial
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission hears funeral home cemetery special exception request
The Sarasota County Planning Commission held a public hearing on Special Exception No. 1925, a request by Gulf Pines Funeral Home for a cemetery on a parcel less than 40 acres in an OUE-1 zone district. No vote or decision was recorded in the minutes; the item was only heard. The meeting also included the installation of new Commissioner Randy Boyd and public comment.
- Heard Special Exception No. 1925 for Gulf Pines Funeral Home cemetery (no vote recorded)
- Installed new Planning Commissioner Randy Boyd
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June 4, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
Randy Boyd
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. INSTALLATION OF NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER
• Randy Boyd
2. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
June 4, 2026 AGENDA
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3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION No. 1925: Gulf Pines Funeral Home
Public hearing to consider a prop …
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June 4, 2026 MINUTES
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tern
Randy Boyd
Mitzie Fiedler
Bruce Franklin
Adam Maio
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
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APPROVED
Stephen Shaw, Deputy County Attorney
Sarah Cooper, Deputy Clerk
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted that all Planning Commission Members were present.
(05:04 p.m.)
1. INSTALLATION OF NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER - Randy Boyd
(05:06 p.m.)
2. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Richard Mikluscak commented on the development of Florida.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:10 p.m.)
3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION
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Public hearing to consider proposed Special Exception No. 1925: Gulf Pines Funeral Home for a
cemetery on a parcel of land less than 40 acres, within an OUE-1 (Open Use Estate, 1 unit/5
acres) zone district.
Staff Presenters: Planning and Development Services Planner David Brown and Planning and
Development Services Manager Todd Dary
Public Presenters: Brooke Fleming and Christopher Jezioro
Thu May 21, 2026
PC-Regular
Planning Commission to consider land use and zoning changes for Buchan’s Bayside
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a place of worship request and several land use amendments. The body is reviewing requests to change zoning designations and allow specific residential and commercial uses in Englewood and Venice.
- Special Exception Petition No. 1924: Proposed place of worship at 2415 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice
- Small Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. SA-2025-02: Change 2.3 acres south of Dearborn Street to Commercial Center
- Critical Area Plan Amendment No. 95-01-SP-2025: Amend Mixed-Use Development definition for Englewood Town Center
- Rezone Petition No. 25-04: Change zone district on 3.73 acres to CG/MSOD with amended stipulations
- Special Exception No. 1911: Request for residential buildings in CG/MSOD and commercial parking in RMF-1/RCTOD
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Special Exception for Venice church
The Sarasota County Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved Special Exception No. 1924 for a property at 2415 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, to allow a Place of Worship in an OUE-1 zone district. The hearing was closed without objection, and no other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved Special Exception No. 1924 for a Place of Worship at 2415 Taylor Ranch Trail (unanimous, without objection)
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May 21, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION No. 1924: Grace Community Bible Church
Public hearing to consider a proposed Special Exception for property located at 2415
Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, to allow a Place of Worship in an OUE-1 (Open Use Est …
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May 21, 2026 MINUTES
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Emmalee Legler, Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tern
Bruce Franklin
Adam Maio
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
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Diane Cominotti, School Board Representative
Stephen Shaw, Assistant County Attorney
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted the absence of Commission Members LaCivita, Fiedler, and Miller.
(05:02 p.m.)
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:05 p.m.)
2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION
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Public hearing to consider a proposed Special Exception No. 1924 for property located at 2415
Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, to allow a Place of Worship in an OUE-1 (Open Use Estate, 1 uniU5
acres) zone district.
Staff Presenter: Planning and Development Services Planner Evan Claessens
Public Presenters: Jackson Boone, Shawn Sulzener, Diane Cominotti, Tony Plummer, Charlyn
Clements, Gene Herrington, and Alex Herrington
Items submitted: Copies of correspondence
Discussions were held on the following topics/issues:
- Depth of buffer
- need for ongoing communication between the School District and property owners
- support for the church from the community
- the current church location has been outgrown
05:30 p.m. Commission Action: Closed the public hearing. Closed by Legler, without objection.
Thu Apr 16, 2026
Official Minutes 4.16.26
Planning Commission to consider Palmer Ranch East development with up to 5,702 homes and 1.48M sq ft commercial
The Sarasota County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a privately initiated comprehensive plan text amendment (CPA 2024-D) and a Unified Development Code amendment to allow a Town Center concept with increased density and intensity at Palmer Ranch East. Additionally, they will consider the Palmer Ranch East DOCC Master Development Plan for a 2,351-acre site east of I-75 and S.R. 681, proposing up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 square feet of commercial/office/light industrial uses. The agenda also includes an open-to-the-public period and approval of prior minutes.
- Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 2024-D to revise Land Use Element policies for optional Town Center concept and Greenbelt exceptions at Palmer Ranch East
- Public hearing on Unified Development Code Amendment 2025-4 to revise Village Area Regulations (Sections 124-271 & 124-272) to implement CPA 2024-D
- Public hearing on Palmer Ranch East DOCC Master Development Plan for ±2,351 acres east of I-75 and S.R. 681, with up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 sq ft commercial/office/light industrial
- Open to the public for comments on items not scheduled for a public hearing (three-minute limit per speaker)
- Approval of minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of April 2, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Palmer Ranch East village plan
The Sarasota County Planning Commission approved a comprehensive plan amendment, a UDC amendment, and a Development of Critical Concern (DOCC) master plan for the Palmer Ranch East site. The approvals allow for a new village with up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 square feet of commercial/office and/or light industrial uses on a ±2,351-acre site. The meeting opened and closed without public comment.
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment No. CPA 2024-D to allow optional Town Center concept and expand Greenbelt exception criteria
- Approved UDC Amendment No. 2025-4 revising Village Area Regulations (Sections 124-271 and 124-272)
- Approved Palmer Ranch East DOCC Master Development Plan and Development Order for up to 5,702 residential units and 1,480,000 sq ft of commercial/office/light industrial
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April 16, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
April 16, 2026 AGENDA
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2. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT No. CPA 2024 -D, UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT
CODE AMENDMENT No. 2025-4, DOCC (Development of Critical Concern) : Palmer
Ranch East
A. Public h …
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April 16, 2026 MINUTES
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Mitzie Fiedler
Bruce Franklin
Adam Maio
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
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APPROVED
Stephen Shaw, Assistant County Attorney
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted the absence of Commission Member Taylor.
(05:02 p.m.)
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:04 p.m.)
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2. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT (CPA), UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE (UDC)
AMENDMENT, DOCC (Development of Critical Concern)
A. Public hearing to consider a privately initiated Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment No.
CPA 2024-D to revise four (4) existing policies within the Land Use Element to allow for
an optional Town Center concept with increased density and intensity, and to expand the
qualifying criteria for requesting Greenbelt exceptions, applicable to the development of a
Village in accordance with the County's Village/Open Space 2050 Resource
Management Area (RMA) overlay.
B. Public hearing to consider a privately initiated amendment to UDC No. 2025-4 to revise
the Village Area Regulations found in Section 124-271 and 124-272 and implement the
changes proposed per CPA 2024-D, described in Item A above.
C. Public hearing to consider the proposed Palmer Ranch East …
Thu Apr 2, 2026
PC-Regular
Planning Commission to hear rezone and land-use change for 0.29 acres at 5445 Palmer Blvd
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a privately initiated small area comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use from Medium Density Residential to Major Employment Center, and a corresponding rezone from Residential Multi-Family to Commercial Intensive for a 0.29-acre site at 5445 Palmer Boulevard, Sarasota. The meeting also includes open public comment, approval of minutes, and commission reports.
- Public hearing for Small Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment SA-2025-06 and Rezone Petition 25-16: change land use and zoning at 5445 Palmer Boulevard, Sarasota
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Palmer Boulevard CPA and rezoning
The Sarasota County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to transmit a small area comprehensive plan amendment (SA-2025-06) to the Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation of approval, and also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of Rezone Petition 25-16 for the property at 5445 Palmer Boulevard, Sarasota. The minutes also include approval of the previous meeting minutes (6-0, with Chair Legler abstaining) and a brief update on the new County Administration Center.
- Approved transmitting CPA SA-2025-06 to the Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation of approval (7-0)
- Approved recommending Rezone Petition 25-16 with three stipulations and favorable findings of fact (7-0)
- Closed the public hearing without objection
- Approved the minutes of a previous meeting (6-0, Chair Legler abstained)
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April 2, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
April 2, 2026 AGENDA
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2. SMALL AREA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT No. SA-2025-06, REZONE
PETITION No. 25-16: M&J Enterprises
A. Privately initiated Small Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment to c …
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April 2, 2026 MINUTES
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
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COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
APPROVED
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Mitzie Fiedler
Adam Maio
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
Stephen Shaw, Deputy County Attorney
Moana Pele, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted the absence of Commission Member Franklin.
(05:04 p.m.)
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:04 p.m.)
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2. SMALL AREA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT (CPA), REZONE PETITION
A. Privately initiated Small Area CPA No. SA-2025-06 to change the Future
Land Use Map designation on approximately 0.29 acres of the subject site, located at 5445
Palmer Boulevard, Sarasota, from MEDR (Medium Density Residential, 25 and <9
units/acre) to MEC (Major Employment Center);
B. Rezone Petition No. 25-16 to rezone approximately 0.29 acres located at 5445 Palmer
Boulevard, Sarasota, from RMF-2 (Residential Multi-Family,
(Commercial Intensive).
Staff Presenter: Planning and Development Services Planner Jonah Mazzone
Public Presenters: Brian Lichterman and Ron Jivitz
Discussions were held on the following topics/issues:
- Cl Zone District
- masonry wall specifications
9 units/acre) to Cl
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SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
2. SMALL AREA CPA, REZONE PETITION …
Thu Mar 19, 2026
PC-Regular
Planning Commission to consider rezoning for Honore Vista development
The Sarasota County Planning Commission will consider a major modification to a previously approved mixed-use development at 1115 Twin Laurel Boulevard. The body will also approve the minutes from its March 5, 2026 meeting.
- Rezone Petition No. 25-21: Honore Vista – BDCP Major Modification
- Approval of March 5, 2026 Planning Commission Minutes
- Commission Reports
- Meeting Schedule for April 2 and April 16, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Twin Laurel Blvd rezone 7-0
The Sarasota County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to recommend approval of Rezone Petition No. 25-21 for a 32.36-acre property at 1115 Twin Laurel Boulevard, Nokomis, changing it from CG (Commercial General) with stipulations to CG with amended stipulations for a previously approved mixed-use development. The commission also approved the minutes of the March 5, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only reports and schedule discussion.
- Recommended approval of Rezone Petition No. 25-21 (7-0)
- Closed public hearing for Rezone Petition No. 25-21 without objection
- Approved minutes of March 5, 2026 meeting (7-0)
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March 19, 2026 AGENDA
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SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND SIGN
A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
2. REZONE PETITION No. 25-21: Honore Vista – BDCP Major Modification
Rezone Petition to rezone approximately 32.36-acre property located at 1115 Twin Laurel
Boulevard, Nokomis, from CG (Commercial General) zone district with stipulatio …
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
March 19, 2026 MINUTES Page 1
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
4000 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL
COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
APPROVED
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Mitzie Fiedler
Bruce Franklin
Adam Maio
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
Stephen Shaw, Assistant County Attorney
Mandy Houston, Deputy Clerk
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chair John LaCivita
Vice Chair LaCivita noted the absence of Commission Member Legler.
(05:04 p.m.)
4. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
PUBLIC HEARING:
(05:05 p.m.)
2. REZONE PETITION
Rezone Petition No. 25-21 to rezone approximately 32.36-acre property located at 1115 Twin Laurel
Boulevard, Nokomis, from CG (Commercial General) zone district with stipulations to CG zone district with
amended stipulations to amend previously approved mixed-use development.
Staff Presenter: Planning and Development Services Planner Evan Claessens
Public Presenter: Jackson Boone
Discussions were held on the following topics/issues:
- modifications to the site plan
- special exception
March 19, 2026 MINUTES Page 2
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
2. REZONE PETITION - (Continued)
05:19 p.m. Commission Action: Based upon the evidence and testimony received in the public
hearing, move that Planning Commission recommend approval of Rezone Petition No. 25-21, in
accordance with Staff reports, includin …
Thu Mar 5, 2026
PC-Regular
Planning Commission to consider telecom tower permit
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Exception for a telecommunications tower at fl389 Kings Gate Club. The body will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and set future meeting dates.
- Public hearing for Special Exception No. 1918 at fl389 Kings Gate Club
- Approval of February 5, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
- Meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026
- Meeting scheduled for April 2, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of 1918 telecom tower special exception
The Sarasota County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to recommend approval of Special Exception Petition No. 1918, which would allow a monopole telecommunications tower over 35 feet in height in an OUE-1 zone district, with one stipulation. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational.
- Recommended approval of Special Exception Petition No. 1918 (7-0)
- Approved minutes of February 5, 2026 meeting (7-0)
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March 5, 2026 AGENDA
Page 1 of 2
SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Mariah Miller
Shaun Libou: Resigned as of 2/21/2026
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the
Planning Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting
record. Email planner@scgov.net for details.
1. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – (Three-minute time limit per person)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete
a “Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers)
in order to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3)
minutes per speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND
TESTIMONY PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER
OATH. PERSONS PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED
TO COMPLETE AND SIGN A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
March 5, 2026 AGENDA
Page 2 of 2
2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION No. 1918: fl389 Kings Gate Club
Public hearing to consider a proposed Special Exception to allow a Monopole
Telecomm …
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March 5, 2026 MINUTES
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
4000 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL
COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
Emmalee Legler, Chair APPROVED
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Bruce Franklin
Mitzie Fiedler
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
Stephen Shaw, Assistant County Attorney
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted the absence of Commission Member Maio.
(05:03 p.m.)
1... OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Steven Sorrentino commented on Keyway Road extension.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:07 p.m.)
2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION
Public hearing to consider proposed Special Exception Petition No. 1918 to allow a Monopole
Telecommunications Tower over 35-feet in height within an OUE-1 (Open Use Estate, 1 unit/5 acres)
zone district.
Staff Presenter: Planning and Development Services Planner David Brown
Page 1
5:00 p.m.
Public Presenters: Mattaniah Jahn, William Compton, Virginia Hubble, and Donna Hurlock
Items Submitted: Copies of correspondence and a copy of United States Code Tittle 47
Discussions were held on the following topics/issues:
fall zone of the Monopole
existing network coverage
previously approved Monopole
conservation lands in the area
emergency phone calls
need for coverage in the area
1
March 5, 2026 MINUTES Page 2
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION PETITION - (Continued)
- advantages of Monopole Tower versus Ca …
Thu Feb 26, 2026
Budget Workshop 1 (Copy)
Sarasota County budget workshop to discuss proposed reductions and capital project pauses
This is a budget workshop where staff will present updates on the county budget, general fund trends, and a model. Discussions include the impacts of pausing various capital projects and board-requested reductions for FY26. No decisions are being made; the session is for information and discussion.
- Discussion of board-requested FY26 proposed budget reductions
- Impacts of pausing various capital projects
- General fund historical trends and model presentation
- Where the money goes overview
- Comparative counties analysis
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✓ Decided: Sarasota County holds budget workshop, no formal votes taken
The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop on February 26, 2026, to review the FY26 budget, including updates, historical trends, and a general fund model. Presentations were made by county staff, the Clerk of Court, Property Appraiser, Sheriff, Tax Collector, and Supervisor of Elections. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural only.
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Budget Workshop 1 (Copy)
February 26, 2026
ACTION AGENDA
VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
4000 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL
COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
BUDGET WORKSHOP
09:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
DISCUSSION SECTION:
2.
ADMINISTRATION
A.
Budget Update;
B.
Where the Money Goes;
C.
General Fund Historical Trends;
D.
General Fund Model.
3.
CLERK OF COURT AND COMPTROLLER
4.
PROPERTY APPRAISER
5.
SHERIFF
6.
TAX COLLECTOR
Tax Collector
7.
SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
8.
ADMINISTRATION
E.
Updated Model Assumptions;
F.
Impacts of Pausing Various Capital Projects;
G.
Board Requested FY26 Proposed Budget Reductions;
H.
Comparative Counties.
9.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
10.
OTHER BUSINESS
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Budget Workshop 1 (Copy)
February 26, 2026
09:00 a.m.
MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER
4000 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL
COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
BUDGET WORKSHOP
Ron Cutsinger, Chair, District 5
Mark Smith, Vice Chair, District 2
Teresa Mast, District 1
Tom Knight, District 3
Joe Neunder, District 4
Also present were:
Jonathan Lewis, County Administrator
Karl Senkow, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Karen E. Rushing, Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller
Moana Pele, Deputy Clerk
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(09:00 a.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Knight
(09:00 a.m.)
1.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Matthew Sauer, Erin Minor, and PJ Brooks commented on affordable housing.
Martin Hyde commented on the budget.
DISCUSSION SECTION:
(09:12 a.m.)
2.
ADMINISTRATION
A.
Budget Update;
B.
Where the Money Goes;
C.
General Fund Historical Trends;
D.
General Fund Model.
Staff Presenters : County Administrator Jonathan Lewis, Deputy County Administrator Steven Botelho, and Office of Financial M …
Thu Feb 5, 2026
PC-Regular
Planning Commission to consider rezoning for Fire Station 7 and Carden Property
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning petitions. The body will also install a new commissioner and review minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting.
- Rezone Petition No. 25-17: 2.24 acres at 5099 Systems Court from Planned Commerce Development to Government Use for Fire Station 7
- Small Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. SA-2025-05: 1.37 acres at 2301 South Tamiami Trail from Moderate Density Residential to Office/Multifamily Residential
- Rezone Petition No. 25-15: 4.2 acres at 2301 South Tamiami Trail from OPI and RSF-2 to RMF-3
- Installation of new Planning Commissioner Mariah Miller
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies Osprey multifamily rezoning and land-use change
The Sarasota County Planning Commission recommended denial of a privately initiated Small Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment (SA-2025-05) and Rezone Petition No. 25-15 for 2301 South Tamiami Trail, Osprey, after a lengthy public hearing. The commission also recommended approval of Rezone Petition No. 25-17 for 5099 Systems Court, Sarasota, from PCD to GU with zero stipulations. Minutes from December 4, 2025, were approved.
- Recommended denial of Rezone Petition No. 25-15 (2301 S. Tamiami Trl, Osprey) 7-1; Maio voted no
- Recommended denial of Small Area CPA No. SA-2025-05 (2301 S. Tamiami Trl, Osprey) 8-0
- Recommended approval of Rezone Petition No. 25-17 (5099 Systems Ct, Sarasota) 7-0; LaCivita abstained
- Approved minutes of December 4, 2025 meeting 8-0
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February 05, 2026 AGENDA
Page 1
SARASOTA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
PLANNING COMMISSION
5:00 p.m.
R.L.A. County Administration Center
4000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Emmalee Legler, Chair
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Adam Maio
Mitzie Fiedler
Jon Thaxton
Bruce Franklin
Shaun Libou
Mariah Miller
NOTE:
The public is encouraged to submit comments on matters to be addressed by the Planning
Commission in advance of the meeting, to be included in the official meeting record. Email
planner@scgov.net for details.
1. INSTALLATION OF NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER: Mariah Miller
2. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - (Three-minute time limit per person.)
This time period is reserved for persons desiring to comment before the Planning
Commission on items not scheduled for a Public Hearing. Speakers must complete a
“Request to Speak” card (located at the entrance of the Commission Chambers) in order
to comment during “Open to the Public.” Speakers will be given three (3) minutes per
speaker for “Open to the Public” comments.
February 05, 2026 AGENDA
Page 2
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
THE SARASOTA COUNTY CHARTER REQUIRES THAT EVIDENCE AND TESTIMONY
PRESENTED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARINGS SHALL BE UNDER OATH. PERSONS
PRESENTING EVIDENCE AND/OR TESTIMONY ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AND
SIGN A REQUEST-TO-SPEAK CARD.
3. REZONE PETITION No. 25-17: Fire Station 7
Rezone Petition to rezone approxim …
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February 5, 2026 MINUTES Page 1
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROBERT L. ANDERSON ADMINISTRATION CENTER 5:00 p.m.
4000 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL
COMMISSION CHAMBER
VENICE, FLORIDA
Emmalee Legler, Chair APPROVED
John LaCivita, Vice Chair
Justin Taylor, Chair Pro Tem
Mitzie Fiedler
Bruce Franklin
Adam Maio
Mariah Miller
Jon Thaxton
Also present were:
Stephen Shaw, Assistant County Attorney
Mandy Houston, Deputy Clerk
Beatrice Patrizi, Deputy Clerk
(05:01 p.m.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Legler
Chair Legler noted the absence of Commission Member Libou.
(05:03 p.m.)
1. INSTALLATION OF NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Commissioner Mariah Miller
(05:04 p.m.)
2. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Opened and closed without comment.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(05:05 p.m.)
3. REZONE PETITION
Rezone Petition No. 25-17 to rezone approximately 2.24 acres for property located at 5099 Systems
Court, Sarasota, from PCD (Planned Commerce Development) to GU (Government Use).
Staff Presenters: Planning and Development Services Planner Jonah Mazzone and Capital Projects
Manager Brad Gaubatz
Public Presenter: Kreg Maheu
Item Submitted: A copy of Form 8B — Memorandum of Voting Conflict for County, Municipal, and
Other Local Public Officers filed by Commissioner LaCivita
February 5, 2026 MINUTES Page 2
SARASOTA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
3. REZONE PETITION - (Continued)
Discussions were held on the following topics/issues:
-temporary bunk house
-the permanent station
-timeline of construction
05:20 p. …
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Net migration+4,764 people (+$1.15B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)20 ({"Hurricane": 21, "Severe Storm": 7, "Fire": 5, "Tropical St · last Fri Oct 11, 2024)
Business establishments15,989 (162,310 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,846/mo (2,094 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.3% (low numeracy 23% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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6,627
Permitted housing units
The money — in
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Revenue$1.03B
Spending$1.09B
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$820.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.80×
Debt-load index66 / 100
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