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Meeting Summary
The Lake County Planning and Zoning Board voted 6-1 to recommend denial of a PUD amendment for a 120,000 square foot self-storage facility at Sawgrass Bay Boulevard in the Serenoa development, finding it inconsistent with the Conservation Subdivision future land use and Wellness Way target industries. The Greater Groves PUD amendment to add parking enforcement language was approved unanimously, and the Haines Creek Estates PUD amendment was postponed to May 6, 2025 at the applicant's request.
Key Decisions (4)
Serenoa PUD Amendment for Self-Storage Facility
Applicant requested to amend PUD ordinance 2019-60 to allow a 120,000 square foot, four-story self-storage facility on 16.64 acres located east of Sawgrass Bay Boulevard and north of Pacific Ace Way. Staff found the request inconsistent with Conservation Subdivision future land use and Wellness Way comprehensive plan policies. Approximately 15 residents spoke in opposition citing crime concerns, aesthetic incompatibility with residential character, traffic, light pollution, and proximity to Sawgrass Elementary School.
Greater Groves PUD Amendment for Vehicle Parking Enforcement
Amendment to PUD ordinance 1994-195 for approximately 233 acres located west of US 27, east of Boggy Marsh, and north of CR 474 to add language facilitating enforcement of regulations for parking of recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers on streets and in yards behind building setbacks.
Haines Creek Estates PUD Amendment Postponement
Applicant Chuck Hyatt of Half requested postponement to May 6, 2025 because the original builder under contract backed out and a new builder is now involved. Applicant wants to consult with new builder before proceeding.
Cedar Creek Road Conservation Subdivision Withdrawal
Applicant withdrew the request from the public hearing process. The applicant will proceed with rural conservation subdivision design in accordance with LDR, which does not require public hearing.
Zoning Changes (2)
East of Sawgrass Bay Boulevard, North of Pacific Ace Way (Alternative Key 3914076)
Not specified (represented by MacGregor Love of Lowndes)
West of US 27, East of Boggy Marsh, North of CR 474 (Greater Groves)
Not specified
Development Activity (1)
Serenoa Self-Storage Facility
120,000 square foot self-storage facility, four stories maximum or 75 feet height, on 16.64 acres within Serenoa PUD
Market Signals (4)
Commercial Demand
Self-storage market appears saturated in the Clermont area with residents citing approximately 28 storage facilities within 15 miles and multiple new facilities under construction along US 27 and Hartwood Marsh Road.
Housing Demand
The Serenoa development area contains approximately 3,300 residential homes across multiple villages with residents paying $245/month CDD fees plus up to $320/month HOA fees, indicating strong demand for master-planned communities.
Infrastructure
Fleming's Road connection to Sawgrass Bay Boulevard will link Lake County to Orange County's Horizon West area, potentially increasing development pressure on Lake County side due to lower building costs.
Sentiment
Strong resident opposition to commercial uses inconsistent with residential character in conservation subdivision areas, with over 700 petition signatures collected against the self-storage proposal.