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Read. Follow. Verify.Rezoning of 7599 Southside Boulevard for JEA Utility Use
Record date · May 26, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The City Council has approved the rezoning of an 11.88-acre property located at 7599 Southside Boulevard from '' (Rural Residential) to '' (Public Buildings and Facilities). This change allows the Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) to utilize the site for utility-related purposes.
This ordinance changes the legal land-use designation for 11.88 acres of land, enabling JEA to develop or operate public utility facilities on the site.
Who It Affects
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JEA
JEA is the applicant and will be permitted to use the site for public utility purposes under the new zoning.
District 11 Residents
Residents in the vicinity of 7599 Southside Boulevard will see the land use designation change from residential to public utility.
Key Facts
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Utility Expansion
The rezoning indicates a formal transition of residential-zoned land to public utility use, suggesting planned infrastructure expansion by JEA.
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