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Proposed Rule Change: Septic Tank Use for Duplexes in Indian Lakes Estates

Original title: Public Hearing (LDCPAL 2026-5 ILE Duplex and Sewer Text Amendment CPA) (Transmittal Hearing) to consider the adoption of a Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to Policies in Section 2.130 modifying sewer connection requirements to allow septic tanks for duplexes in Residential Low-X (RL-X) for Indian Lakes Estates (ILE). This case is related to LDC-2026-12, a companion Land Development Code Text Amendment. (No Fiscal Impact)

June 16, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Property owners and developers in the Indian Lakes Estates (RL-X zone) will have the option to utilize septic systems for duplexes, changing the infrastructure requirements for new or existing residential projects.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners in Indian Lakes Estates

They gain the option to utilize septic systems for duplex developments in the RL-X zone.

Real estate developers

They may alter development plans for duplexes in the ILE area based on the new sewer connection requirements.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 16, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a change to the Comprehensive Plan that would allow duplexes in the Indian Lakes Estates area to use septic tanks instead of requiring a connection to the public sewer system. This proposal is part of a broader set of land development code updates.

Key Facts

  • The amendment modifies Section 2.130 of the Comprehensive Plan.
  • The change allows the use of septic tanks for duplexes within the Residential Low-X (RL-X) zoning district.
  • The policy change is specific to the Indian Lakes Estates (ILE) area.
  • The proposal is linked to a companion Land Development Code amendment, LDC-2026-12.
  • The document states there is no fiscal impact associated with this amendment.
  • The hearing is classified as a 'Transmittal Hearing' for a Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this change affect all residential properties in the county?
No, the amendment is specific to the zone within the Indian Lakes Estates area.
Will this change cost taxpayers money?
The document states there is no fiscal impact.
What is the relationship between this amendment and LDC-2026-12?
LDC-2026-12 is a companion Land Development Code Text Amendment that is being processed alongside this Comprehensive Plan amendment.

Why It Matters

Property owners and developers in the Indian Lakes Estates (RL-X zone) will have the option to utilize septic systems for duplexes, changing the infrastructure requirements for new or existing residential projects.

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Companion Legislation

The amendment is explicitly tied to LDC-2026-12, suggesting that the policy change requires both a Comprehensive Plan update and a Land Development Code update to be fully implemented.

Connected Entities

organizationBoard of County CommissionersThe governing body responsible for adopting the amendment.Map →
locationIndian Lakes EstatesThe specific geographic area affected by the proposed policy change.Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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