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V25-0018HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY · LOCALSession 2025local legislationUNKNOWN
Local Impact

Proposed Vacation of Old Big Bend Road Right-of-Way

Original title: V25-0018: Riverview Resolution to Vacate Portion of Old Big Bend Road

November 14, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution transfers approximately 0.52 acres of public to a private developer, contingent upon the developer completing a road realignment project within four years.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Lincoln Bend West, LLC

The petitioner is responsible for the costs of road construction and must meet specific conditions to finalize the vacation of the right-of-way.

Riverview residents

Residents in the area will see a realignment of Old Big Bend Road intended to enhance traffic safety at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Big Bend Road.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 14, 2025.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lincoln Bend West, LLC has petitioned to vacate a portion of Old Big Bend Road in Riverview to facilitate a redevelopment project. In exchange, the developer will construct a realigned road segment to improve traffic safety at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Big Bend Road.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the developer does not finish the road realignment?
If the developer fails to complete the required conditions within four years of the resolution's adoption, the resolution becomes null and void.
Does the public have to pay for this road realignment?
No, the developer is responsible for the cost and expense of constructing the realigned road segment.

Why It Matters

This resolution transfers approximately 0.52 acres of public to a private developer, contingent upon the developer completing a road realignment project within four years.

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Infrastructure-for-Land Swap

The resolution demonstrates a policy of allowing private developers to acquire public right-of-way in exchange for funding and constructing public infrastructure improvements.

Connected Entities

otherOld Big Bend RoadThe road subject to vacationMap →
otherDriveway BTemporary access easementMap →
locationSimmons Road and Lincoln RoadEnd points of the broader realignment projectMap →
organizationLincoln Bend West, LLCPetitioner submitting the vacation requestMap →
organizationPublic WorksDepartment reviewing the petitionMap →
personDirector of Facilities Management & Real Estate ServicesAuthorized to execute the Notice of CompletionMap →
locationRiverviewLocation where the right-of-way is situatedMap →
locationLincoln Road and Big Bend RoadIntersection impacted by the realignmentMap →

Sources

Analysis Score

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  • Significance45
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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
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