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Rezoning Approval for 8059 Merrill Road

Original title: ORD-Q Rezoning at 8059 Merrill Rd, btwn Woolery Dr & I-295 - CRO to CN - Memorial Healthcare Group, Inc. (R.E. # 120458-0000) (Dist. 1-Amaro) (Abney) (LUZ) (PD & PC Apv) 10/14/25 CO Introduced: LUZ 10/21/25 LUZ Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/28/25 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer 11/12/25 CO PH Only 11/18/25 LUZ PH Approve 4-0 11/25/25 CO Approve 17-0 LUZ PH: 11/18/25 Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 11/12/25

Record date · November 25, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has approved a zoning change for the property located at 8059 Merrill Road, between Woolery Drive and I-295. The site, owned by Memorial Healthcare Group, Inc., has been rezoned from Commercial Office (CRO) to Commercial Neighborhood (CN).

Why it matters

This rezoning changes the permitted commercial uses for the 8059 Merrill Road property, which may impact future development options and neighborhood traffic patterns.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Memorial Healthcare Group, Inc.

As the property owner, they are subject to the new zoning regulations applied to the site.

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District 1 Residents

Residents in the vicinity of Merrill Road and I-295 may experience changes in land use or development intensity near their homes.

Key Facts

The City Council approved the rezoning of 8059 Merrill Road on November 25, 2025, with a 17-0 vote.
The property's zoning classification was changed from Commercial Office (CRO) to Commercial Neighborhood (CN).
The Land Use and Zoning (LUZ) committee approved the measure 4-0 on November 18, 2025.
The property is identified by Real Estate number 120458-0000.

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The ordinance was introduced to the City Council on October 14, 2025.
A public hearing regarding the rezoning was held on November 12, 2025, pursuant to Chapter 166, Florida Statutes and Council Rule 3.601.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the change from CRO to CN mean?

The property has been rezoned from Commercial Office (CRO) to Commercial Neighborhood (CN), which changes the types of commercial activities permitted on the site.

Was there public input on this decision?

Yes, a public hearing was held on November 12, 2025, as required by state law and local council rules.

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Zoning Reclassification

The property was transitioned from a professional office designation to a neighborhood commercial designation, suggesting a shift in intended use for the site.

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