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Approval to Remove Utility and Drainage Easements at 13007 and 13009 Gordon Road

Original title: Public Hearing - Vacating Petition by Fernando Trejo and Sandra S. Kennedy to vacate two platted public utility and drainage easements within Folios No. 077690-5018 and 077690-5262, in Riverview. Adopt a resolution vacating a portion of two platted public utility and drainage easements, lying within Lots 16 and 17, Block 19, of the plats of Tropical Acres South Unit No. 5A, as recorded in Plat Book 47, Page 77 and 5B, as recorded in Plat Book 51, Page 20 of the public records of Hillsborough County, and being more particularly described in the Resolution. The proposed vacate area is located at 13007 Gordon Road, Riverview, Florida 33579 and 13009 Gordon Road, Riverview, Florida 33579 within Folios No. 077690-5018 and 077690-5262, generally lying east of Balm Riverview Road, north of Big Bend Road, in Riverview, and consists of approximately 3,600 square feet (0.08 acres). The Petitioners, Fernando Trejo and Sandra S. Kennedy, have submitted this vacate request for future development of a convenience store and gas station. Reviewing departments, agencies, and utility providers have no objections to this request (as further explained in the Background). The financial impact associated with this item consists of required advertising per statute, recording fees and processing, estimated to be less than $175.00, which are paid for by the Petitioners.

Record date · January 9, 2024

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What This Bill Does

Hillsborough County has approved a request to two public utility and drainage s in Riverview. This action allows the property owners to proceed with plans to build a convenience store and gas station on the site.

Why it matters

The removal of these s changes the legal land use restrictions on the property at 13007 and 13009 Gordon Road, enabling the construction of a commercial gas station and convenience store.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Fernando Trejo and Sandra S. Kennedy

The petitioners are granted the legal right to develop their property for commercial use.

Indirectly affected

Riverview residents

Residents in the vicinity will see a change in land use from the current state to a convenience store and gas station.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners approved the vacation of two public utility and drainage easements.
  • The affected area covers approximately 3,600 square feet (0.08 acres).
  • The property is located at 13007 and 13009 Gordon Road, Riverview, Florida.
  • The vacation is intended to facilitate the development of a convenience store and gas station.
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  • Reviewing departments, agencies, and utility providers reported no objections to the request.
  • The petitioners are responsible for all associated costs, including advertising and recording fees.
  • The total financial impact for administrative processing is estimated to be less than $175.00.
  • The land is legally described as part of Lots 16 and 17, Block 19, of Tropical Acres South Unit No. 5A and 5B.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'vacate' an easement?
Vacating an removes the legal right for public utilities or drainage systems to use that specific portion of private land, allowing the owner to build on that space.
Will this project cost taxpayers money?
No. The document states that all costs related to the petition, including advertising and processing fees, are paid by the petitioners.
Did the utility companies object to this?
No. According to the document, all relevant departments, agencies, and utility providers reviewed the request and had no objections.

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The document highlights a streamlined process where petitioners cover all administrative costs, ensuring no fiscal burden on the county for private development requests.

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