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Proposed Changes to Stormwater and Low-Impact Development Rules

Original title: ORDINANCE NO. . AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PINELLAS PARK, PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, PERTAINING TO LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT; AMENDING CHAPTER 18, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE; BY AMENDING SECTION 18-202 “DEFINITIONS”; BY AMENDING SECTION 18-204 “CONTROL REQUIREMENTS FOR STORMWATER RUNOFF”; PROVIDING FOR FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE INCLUSION OF SUCH AMENDED ORDINANCE IN THE CODE OF THE CITY OF PINELLAS PARK, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (LDC-1025-00001) PUBLIC HEARING (Speaker - Derek Reeves, Long Range Planning Manager)

January 2, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

Property owners, developers, and builders in Pinellas Park will be subject to updated technical standards for managing on their land once this ordinance is adopted.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Property Developers

Developers must comply with the new stormwater runoff control requirements for future projects.

Pinellas Park Residents

Residents may experience changes in local drainage management and land development standards.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 2, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

The City of Pinellas Park is considering an ordinance to update its Land Development Code regarding low-impact development and requirements. This proposal amends existing definitions and control standards for managing water runoff in new or modified developments.

Key Facts

The ordinance amends Chapter 18 of the Pinellas Park Land Development Code.
Section 18-202 (Definitions) is being updated.
Section 18-204 (Control Requirements for Stormwater Runoff) is being updated.
The ordinance includes a requirement for a fiscal impact statement.
The ordinance includes a severability clause, ensuring the rest of the code remains valid if one part is found unenforceable.
The ordinance is currently in 'Agenda Ready' status for the Planning and Zoning Commission.
The ordinance was introduced on January 2, 2025.

Why It Matters

Property owners, developers, and builders in Pinellas Park will be subject to updated technical standards for managing on their land once this ordinance is adopted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'Low Impact Development'?

It is a land planning and engineering design approach to manage as part of green infrastructure.

How will this affect my property?

The ordinance updates the technical requirements for how stormwater must be managed on developed land; specific changes to requirements are detailed in the amendments to Section 18-204.

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Modernization of Stormwater Standards

The city is shifting toward 'Low Impact Development' standards, suggesting a move toward more sustainable water management practices.

Pinellas Park

Connected Entities

locationPinellas Park“The city government proposing the ordinance.”Map →

personDerek Reeves“Long Range Planning Manager and speaker for the public hearing.”Map →

otherLDC-1025-00001“The specific reference code for the proposed land development code amendment.”Map →

other25-2772“The file number for the ordinance.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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