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Zoning Change Request for University Energy Park (2,978 Acres)

Original title: Application Number: MM 25-0810 Applicant: UNIVERSITY ENERGY PARK, LLC Location: SW Corner of Turkey Creek Rd & Edward Medard Pkwy; S of Sydney Washer Rd & E SR 60 Intersection &Turkey Creek Rd, 1500ft S of Turkey Creek Rd & E SR 60 Intersection, W side of the street. Folio Number: 86121.0000, 86122.0000, 86128.0000, 86131.50000 & Multiple Acreage: 2978.04 acres, more or less Comprehensive Plan: EIP Service Area: Urban Community Plan: None Existing Zoning: PD (10-0692) Request: Major Modification to PD RECOMMENDATION: Zoning Hearing Master: Approval Development Services: Approvable, Subject to Conditions Planning Commission: Consistent with Plan

March 10, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This decision authorizes a significant modification to land use regulations for nearly 3,000 acres of land, which dictates the types of development allowed in that area.

Who is mentioned in the record

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UNIVERSITY ENERGY PARK, LLC

The applicant is seeking a change in land use regulations for property they own or control.

Local residents near Turkey Creek Rd and SR 60

Residents in the vicinity may experience changes in land use and development patterns resulting from the zoning modification.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 10, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

University Energy Park, LLC has requested a to their existing zoning for a 2,978-acre site located near the intersection of Turkey Creek Road and State Road 60. The proposal has received recommendations for approval from the Zoning Hearing Master and the Planning Commission, subject to specific conditions from Development Services.

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Why It Matters

This decision authorizes a significant modification to land use regulations for nearly 3,000 acres of land, which dictates the types of development allowed in that area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being proposed for this land?

The applicant is seeking a '' to their existing Planned Development zoning designation.

Has the project been approved?

The Zoning Hearing Master and Planning Commission have recommended approval, and the status is listed as 'Passed' under the BOCC Land Use agenda.

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Large-Scale Urban Development

The application involves a massive 2,978-acre tract, indicating a significant shift or expansion in urban-designated land use.

UNIVERSITY ENERGY PARK, LLC

Connected Entities

organizationUNIVERSITY ENERGY PARK, LLC Map →

organizationBOCC Land Use Map →

locationTurkey Creek Rd & Edward Medard Pkwy“General location of the subject property.”Map →

Sources

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