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NewsWSLR Community RadioAugust 28, 2026Manatee

Manatee County Planning Commission blocks Lakewood Ranch Southeast development plan

The Manatee County Planning Commission halted the approval process for the 5,000-acre Lakewood Ranch Southeast development project last week. This action effectively pauses the project's progression toward final authorization.

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Why It Matters

The decision delays a major 5,000-acre land development project, impacting future housing and infrastructure planning in the Lakewood Ranch area.

Key Facts

  • The Manatee County Planning Commission halted the 5,000-acre Lakewood Ranch Southeast development plan.
  • The action occurred last week.
  • The project was previously expected to be approved.

Who's Mentioned

organizationSchroeder Manatee Ranch Company“Developer of the Lakewood Ranch project.”personJon Thaxton“Sarasota County Planning Commissioner.”personChris Kennedy“Environmental scientist for the developer.”personJane Grandbouche“Old Miakka resident and WSLR board member.”personRex Jensen“CEO of Schroeder Manatee Ranch Company.”organizationManatee County Planning Commission“The body responsible for reviewing and approving land development plans.”personBruce Franklin“Sarasota County Planning Commissioner.”personNoah Bookstein“Reporter for WSLR News.”locationMyakka River State Park“Site where 101 acres of trees were reported killed.”locationLakewood Ranch Southeast“The 5,000-acre area subject to the proposed development plan.”organizationSarasota County Planning Commission“Advisory board that recommended denial of the rezoning petitions.”personBecky Ayech“Old Miakka resident and opponent of the development.”locationFlatford Swamp“Site of ecological damage cited by opponents.”personJohn LaCivita“Sarasota County Planning Commissioner.”