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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Changes to Groundwater Protection and Wellhead Zoning Maps
Record date · October 13, 2025
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What This Bill Does
The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing a draft and resolution to update local groundwater protection rules and the official maps defining wellhead and s.
This proposal will determine the specific geographic boundaries where land-use restrictions apply to protect the county's water supply, directly affecting development and property use within those designated areas.
Who It Affects
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Property owners in Hernando County
Owners of land within or near designated wellhead and special protection areas may face new or modified development restrictions.
Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission is responsible for reviewing and potentially recommending the adoption of these regulatory and mapping changes.
Key Facts
- The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering a draft ordinance to amend Article VII of Chapter 28 of the Hernando County Code of Ordinances.
- The proposed ordinance focuses on regulations for groundwater protection, wellhead areas, and special protection areas.
- A companion draft resolution is being reviewed to update the official map showing the locations of wellhead and special protection areas.
- The file number for this agenda item is 16465.
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- The item is currently in 'Agenda Ready' status.
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Updating Groundwater Protection Framework
The county is simultaneously updating both the legal ordinance and the physical map, suggesting a comprehensive review of the groundwater protection strategy.
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