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Proposed Zoning Change for Indian Lakes Estates Duplexes

Original title: SET HEARING: (LDCPAL-2026-5 Text amendment to Section 2.130-B Indian Lakes Estates) modifying policy 2.130-B3.4 of the Comprehensive Plan removing the sewer connection requirement for duplex units in the Residential Low land use designation in Indian Lakes Estates (ILE). ILE is located south of SR 60, north of CR 640 and east of the City of Lake Wales. The suggested hearing dates are for the first reading on June 16, 2026, at 9:15 a.m. and the adoption hearing date on August 18, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.

Record date · June 2, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a change to the local that would remove the requirement for duplexes in the Indian Lakes Estates area to connect to the public sewer system. This proposal is scheduled for public hearings in June and August 2026.

Why it matters

Property owners of duplexes in the Indian Lakes Estates area will no longer be required to connect to the public sewer system if this amendment is adopted, potentially changing utility infrastructure requirements for these units.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Duplex property owners in Indian Lakes Estates

These owners are subject to the change in utility connection requirements for their properties.

Directly affected

Board of County Commissioners

The board is responsible for voting on and adopting the proposed amendment.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this change mean for duplex owners in Indian Lakes Estates?
If passed, owners of duplexes in this area would no longer be mandated to connect their properties to the public sewer system.
When can I provide public comment on this proposal?
Public hearings are scheduled for June 16, 2026, and August 18, 2026, both at 9:15 a.m.

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Infrastructure Requirement Rollback

The county is moving to remove a previously mandated utility connection requirement for a specific residential zone.

Connected Entities

City of Lake Wales, Board of County Commissioners, Indian Lakes Estates

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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