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Meeting Summary
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a text amendment to increase maximum lot coverage in the RS-2 zoning district from 20% to 30% for properties with private streets, central utilities, and master stormwater systems. The amendment, initiated by Robert Dudley of Noble Oaks Estates LLC, will apply countywide to eligible RS-2 properties in areas including White City, Indian River Estates, and Jenkins Road/Copenhagen areas, though it was prompted by permitting errors at the Noble Oaks Estates subdivision off Midway Road.
Key Decisions (1)
RS-2 Zoning District Lot Coverage Text Amendment
Approved amendment to Land Development Code Section 704.008 (Table 7-10) increasing maximum lot coverage by buildings in RS-2 zoning from 20% to 30% when properties have private streets, central utilities, and master stormwater systems. Applicant: Robert Dudley of Noble Oaks Estates LLC, 1425 Southeast Village Green Drive, Port Saint Lucie 34952. The amendment applies countywide to eligible RS-2 properties and will be forwarded to Board of County Commissioners with recommendation for approval.
Development Activity (1)
Noble Oaks Estates
Approximately 12 lots total, 3 houses currently developed. Existing homes exceed 20% lot coverage due to permitting error. RS-2 zoning with 15,000 square foot minimum lot sizes.
Market Signals (3)
Housing Demand
Staff noted increased PUD applications from developers seeking larger building footprints, suggesting demand for larger single-family homes that exceed standard RS-2 coverage limits.
Housing Demand
Staff identified aging population demand for larger single-story homes with equivalent square footage to two-story homes, driving need for increased lot coverage allowances.
Infrastructure
County is incentivizing private street maintenance and master stormwater systems by offering increased building coverage as a 'reward for good behavior' to reduce county maintenance obligations.