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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Zoning Change for 0.59-Acre Property in Cocoa
Record date · October 25, 2022
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What This Bill Does
The City of Cocoa is considering No. 11-2022, which would rezone a 0.59-acre parcel of land from 'Very Low Residential' to 'Medium Density Residential.' If approved, the property would be permitted to have a maximum density of eight dwelling units per acre.
This changes the legal development capacity of a specific 0.59-acre property, allowing for a higher number of residential units than currently permitted under the existing zoning designation.
Who It Affects
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Property owner of the 0.59-acre parcel
The owner's land use rights and development potential are modified by the change in zoning designation.
City of Cocoa residents
Residents in the vicinity may experience changes in neighborhood density if the property is developed under the new zoning rules.
Key Facts
- Ordinance No. 11-2022 proposes a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment.
- The amendment affects one specific parcel of real property.
- The parcel size is approximately 0.59 acres.
- The current designation is 'Very Low Density Residential'.
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- The proposed new designation is 'Medium Density Residential'.
- The maximum allowable density under the new designation is capped at eight dwelling units per acre.
- The ordinance is consistent with Florida Statute Chapter 163.
- The file number for this legislative item is 22-595.
- The item is scheduled for a public hearing.
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Incremental Density Increase
The ordinance reflects a specific, small-scale shift in land use policy to allow for higher density on a sub-one-acre parcel.
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