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What This Bill Does
This page provides access to official county planning reports, including studies on agricultural land use, regional economic development in South Dade, and urban expansion policies. These documents serve as resources for understanding how the county manages growth, land preservation, and economic strategy.
These studies inform future county decisions regarding where urban development is permitted and how agricultural land is preserved, directly impacting property use and regional economic growth.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Agricultural landowners
These landowners are subject to studies regarding land use viability and future development projections.
South Dade business owners
These businesses are the focus of regional economic development strategies aimed at growth and investment.
Key Facts
- The Long Range Planning Unit conducts studies on land use, public services, and environmental planning.
- Studies older than seven years are archived and available upon request by calling 305-375-2835.
- An October 2023 study evaluated agricultural land use trends and projected land needs for 2030, 2040, and 2050.
- The agricultural study was conducted by the county in partnership with the University of Florida-Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences.
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- The South Dade Economic Study outlines strategies for business growth and job creation in the region.
- Urban Expansion Areas (UEA) are designated zones outside the Urban Development Boundary where urban growth may be authorized if specific criteria are met.
- The Urban Expansion Area Task Force issued a final report on May 7, 2018.
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Seven-Year Archive Policy
The county maintains an active list of studies for seven years before moving them to an archive, indicating a standard lifecycle for planning data.
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