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Proposed Zoning Change for 888 Franklin Street

Original title: ORD Adopting a Small-Scale Amendmnt to the FLUM Series of the 2045 Comp Plan at 888 Franklin St, Btwn Franklin St & Van Burren St - (1.69± Acres) - MDR to HDR - JHA Franklin Arms, LLC (R.E. # 122486-0000) (Appl # L-6122-26C) (Dist. 7-Peluso) (Sheppard) (LUZ)(Rezoning 2026-480) 6/9/26 CO Introduced: LUZ 6/16/26 LUZ Read 2nd & Rerefer 6/23/26 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer LUZ PH: 8/4/26 Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 163.3187, F.S. & Ch 650, Pt 4, Ord Code - 7/28/26 & 8/11/26

July 21, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The approval of this ordinance would change the allowed density of residential development on a 1.69-acre parcel, potentially increasing the number of housing units permitted at the 888 Franklin Street location.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

JHA Franklin Arms, LLC

The applicant seeking the land use change for their property.

District 7 Residents

Residents in the vicinity of 888 Franklin Street may be affected by changes in allowed development density.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 21, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This ordinance proposes changing the land use designation for a 1.69-acre property at 888 Franklin Street from Medium Density Residential (MDR) to High Density Residential (HDR). The request is filed by JHA Franklin Arms, LLC to allow for higher density development on the site.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance proposes an amendment to the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) series of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
  • The property is located at 888 Franklin Street, between Franklin Street and Van Burren Street.
  • The site size is approximately 1.69 acres.
  • The proposed change is from Medium Density Residential (MDR) to High Density Residential (HDR).
  • The application is filed under number L-6122-26C and Rezoning 2026-480.
  • The property is identified by Real Estate number 122486-0000.
  • The ordinance was introduced to the Land Use & Zoning (LUZ) committee on June 9, 2026.
  • Public hearings are scheduled for July 28, 2026, and August 11, 2026, pursuant to Florida Statute 163.3187.
  • A specific LUZ committee public hearing is scheduled for August 4, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does changing from MDR to HDR mean?
It changes the land use designation from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential, which typically allows for a higher number of housing units per acre.
Can I provide input on this change?
Yes, public hearings are scheduled for July 28, 2026, August 4, 2026, and August 11, 2026.

Why It Matters

The approval of this ordinance would change the allowed density of residential development on a 1.69-acre parcel, potentially increasing the number of housing units permitted at the 888 Franklin Street location.

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Compressed Hearing Schedule

The ordinance has a rapid sequence of public hearings scheduled within a two-week window in late July and early August 2026.

888 Franklin St

Connected Entities

personPeluso“District 7 representative associated with the application.”Map →
organizationJHA Franklin Arms, LLC“The applicant requesting the land use amendment.”Map →
location888 Franklin St“The specific property subject to the proposed zoning change.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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