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Pre-Application Review: Proposed Church on Markham Woods Road

Original title: 9:40 AM (TEAMS) MARKHAM WOODS RD CHURCH - PRE-APPLICATION Project Number: 26-80000063 Project Description: Proposed Special Exception for a church on 5.06 acres in the A-1 zoning district located on the east side of Markham Woods Rd, north of SR 434 Project Manager: Amy Canelo (407) 665-7354 (acanelo@seminolecountyfl.gov) Parcel ID: 35-20-29-300-0110-0000 BCC District: 3-Constantine Applicant: Dave Schmitt (407) 207-9088 Consultant: N/A

Record date · June 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Seminole County Development Review Committee is reviewing a for a proposed church development on a 5.06-acre site. The project is located on the east side of Markham Woods Road, north of SR 434, and requires a to the current .

Why it matters

This meeting initiates the formal review process for a land-use change that could allow for the construction of a religious facility on a 5.06-acre parcel in Seminole County.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Dave Schmitt

As the applicant, he is seeking approval for the proposed land use change.

Indirectly affected

Nearby residents on Markham Woods Road

Residents in the vicinity may be affected by changes in traffic, noise, or land use patterns if the special exception is granted.

Key Facts

  • The project involves a proposed church development on a 5.06-acre site.
  • The site is currently zoned as A-1 (Agricultural district).
  • The applicant is seeking a 'Special Exception' to allow the church use within the A-1 zone.
  • The property is located on the east side of Markham Woods Road, north of SR 434.
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  • The project is identified by number 26-80000063.
  • The parcel ID for the site is 35-20-29-300-0110-0000.
  • The project is located in BCC District 3 (Constantine).
  • The pre-application meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at 9:40 AM via Microsoft Teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Special Exception' in this context?
A is a zoning process that allows a specific use (in this case, a church) that is not automatically permitted in a specific zoning district (A-1) but may be allowed if it meets certain criteria.
Can I attend this meeting?
The meeting is listed as a 'TEAMS' meeting, suggesting it is being held virtually. You may contact the project manager, Amy Canelo, for information on how to observe or participate.

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Connected Entities

SR 434, Dave Schmitt, Markham Woods Rd and 3 more
locationSR 434“Reference point for the project location”Map →
PersonDave Schmitt“Applicant for the project”Map →
locationMarkham Woods Rd“Location of the proposed project”Map →
OrganizationSeminole County“Local government body overseeing the review”Map →
other26-80000063“Project number”Map →
PersonAmy Canelo“Project Manager for the Development Review Committee”Map →

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