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Read. Follow. Verify.Tractor Supply Site Plan: Request to Waive Sidewalk Construction
Record date · July 6, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The developer of a new Tractor Supply store is requesting a waiver from local sidewalk construction requirements. Instead of building sidewalks, the applicant proposes paying a fee to the local government, citing a lack of existing sidewalks in the immediate area of N US Hwy 27 and W Hwy 326.
This decision determines whether the developer must build pedestrian infrastructure at the site or contribute funds to a municipal account in lieu of construction, affecting local walkability standards.
Who It Affects
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Tractor Supply
The entity is seeking a waiver to change their development obligations regarding sidewalk construction.
Local Pedestrians
The availability of sidewalk infrastructure in the vicinity of the project site depends on the outcome of this waiver request.
Key Facts
- The applicant is requesting a waiver to pay a fee in-lieu of constructing required sidewalks.
- The project is identified as Major Site Plan 33238, Parcel 12438-002-01.
- The waiver request is filed under number WaiverPIR-000981-2026.
- Current code (LDC 6.12.12) requires sidewalks in Urban Areas, Rural Activity Centers, and Specialized Commerce Districts.
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- Code requires sidewalks to meet ADA, Florida Building Code, and FDOT standards.
- The applicant argues that no existing sidewalks currently exist in the vicinity of the project site along N US Hwy 27 or W Hwy 326.
- The item is scheduled as New Business for the Development Review Committee.
- The document was introduced on July 1, 2026.
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Infrastructure Gap
The applicant's justification highlights a lack of existing pedestrian infrastructure on major arterial roads (US Hwy 27 and Hwy 326), suggesting a potential disconnect between current development requirements and existing road conditions.
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