Planning and Development Commission - June 04, 2026

The Citrus County Planning and Development Commission held a public hearing on June 4, 2026, addressing two main applications related to land use and development. The first application, PUD-2025-00009, involved a request to establish a master plan for an automobile service use (Take 5 oil change) within a coastal high hazard area, including several deviations such as lot width, signage spacing, and the absence of a bypass lane. The commission discussed environmental concerns, particularly regarding oil storage and secondary containment in a flood-prone area. After deliberation, the commission unanimously voted to deny the application due to non-conforming lot subdivision and potential environmental risks. The second application, CU-2026-00001, was a conditional use permit request for light manufacturing (granite countertop and cabinet business) in a general commercial zoning district. The applicant described phased construction plans and noise and dust mitigation measures. The commission found the application consistent with the county comprehensive plan and approved it unanimously with conditions addressing noise, vibration, and operational hours. The meeting also included procedural discussions about upcoming hearings and intervener participation in quasi-judicial proceedings.