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Zoning Change for 3355 70th Avenue North

Original title: ORDINANCE NO. . AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PINELLAS PARK, PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A MASTER PLAN AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (RPUD) OVERLAY WITH UNDERLYING DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-4) ZONING ON 0.69 ACRES OF LAND GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3355 70TH AVENUE NORTH, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A”, WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF; CERTIFYING CONSISTENCY WITH THE CITY’S ADOPTED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (PUD-0226-00003; Gulf Coast Consulting, Inc.) PUBLIC HEARING (QUASI-JUDICIAL) (Speaker - Kiara Brown, Planning Coordinator)

Record date · July 2, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City of Pinellas Park is considering an ordinance to approve a new residential development plan for a 0.69-acre property. The proposal establishes a Residential Planned Unit Development (RPUD) overlay on land currently zoned for duplexes (R-4).

Why it matters

This ordinance changes the land-use rules for a specific 0.69-acre parcel at 3355 70th Avenue North, which will dictate the density and type of residential construction allowed on that site.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Property owners at 3355 70th Avenue North

The development potential and land-use regulations for this specific parcel are being modified by the ordinance.

Indirectly affected

Nearby residents

The character and density of the neighborhood may change based on the approved Master Plan for the site.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance adopts a Master Plan for a Residential Planned Unit Development (RPUD) overlay.
  • The site is located at 3355 70th Avenue North, covering 0.69 acres.
  • The underlying zoning for the property is designated as Duplex Residential District (R-4).
  • The proposal is identified by file number PUD-0226-00003.
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  • The city certifies that this development plan is consistent with the city's adopted Comprehensive Plan.
  • The ordinance includes a provision to repeal any previous ordinances that conflict with this new plan.
  • The matter is subject to a quasi-judicial public hearing process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an RPUD overlay?
A Residential Planned Unit Development (RPUD) is a zoning designation that allows for a specific, integrated development plan that may differ from standard zoning requirements while remaining under the city's oversight.
Does this change the underlying zoning of the property?
The ordinance maintains the underlying R-4 (Duplex Residential) zoning while adding an RPUD overlay to govern the specific development plan.

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Use of RPUD Overlays

The city is utilizing an overlay district to manage development on a small 0.69-acre parcel, suggesting a preference for site-specific planning over standard zoning changes.

City of Pinellas Park

Connected Entities

3355 70th Avenue North, City of Pinellas Park, Gulf Coast Consulting, Inc. and 1 more
location3355 70th Avenue North“The specific address subject to the zoning change.”Map →
OrganizationCity of Pinellas Park“The local government body enacting the ordinance.”Map →
OrganizationGulf Coast Consulting, Inc.“The applicant or consultant associated with the development project.”Map →
PersonKiara Brown“Planning Coordinator serving as the speaker for the public hearing.”Map →

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