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Public Hearing: Proposed Private Motorized Vehicle Practice Facility

Original title: ZOX-01-22: A public hearing to consider a request by Bobi J. Frank and Leonard E. Ireland, Jr., agents, for Gregory W. Parsons, owner, for a special exception to allow a private motorized vehicle practice facility. The site is approximately 20.55 acres and has Agriculture (A) zoning and a future land use designation of Rural/Agriculture (1 dwelling unit per 5 acres), located on tax parcel number 04094-002-000 at 17768 NW 62nd Ave.

Record date · April 12, 2022

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a to allow a private motorized vehicle practice facility on a 20.55-acre site. The property is currently zoned for Agriculture and is located at 17768 NW 62nd Ave.

Why it matters

The Board's decision will determine whether a private motorized vehicle practice facility is permitted on a 20.55-acre parcel currently designated for rural and agricultural use.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Gregory W. Parsons

As the property owner, he is seeking a special exception to change the permitted use of his land.

Directly affected

Nearby residents

Residents in the vicinity of 17768 NW 62nd Ave may be affected by changes in land use and potential noise or traffic associated with a motorized vehicle facility.

Key Facts

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding file number 22-0275 (ZOX-01-22).
The hearing is scheduled for 5:01 PM.
The request is for a special exception to allow a private motorized vehicle practice facility.
The subject property is 20.55 acres in size.

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The property is currently zoned as Agriculture (A).
The property has a future land use designation of Rural/Agriculture, which allows for 1 dwelling unit per 5 acres.
The property is located at 17768 NW 62nd Ave, tax parcel number 04094-002-000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a special exception?

A is a zoning provision that allows a specific use on a property that is not typically permitted by right, provided it meets certain conditions set by the local government.

Can I attend this hearing?

Yes, the document indicates this is a public hearing scheduled for 5:01 PM before the Board of County Commissioners.

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Zoning vs. Future Land Use

The request highlights a potential conflict between current agricultural zoning and the proposed commercial-style use of a motorized vehicle facility.

Gregory W. Parsons

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