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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval to Remove Utility and Drainage Easements at 13007 and 13009 Gordon Road
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.
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
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Fernando Trejo and Sandra S. Kennedy
The petitioners are granted the legal right to develop their property for commercial use.
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.
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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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