SUBJECT:
Title
Request for Designation of a County Representative for Dispute Resolution Mediation and Proceedings under Section 70.51, Florida Statutes (Florida Land Use and Environmental Dispute Resolution Act) Initiated by Lake Louise, LLC (Budget Impact - None)
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Matthew G. Minter, County Attorney |
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DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On May 19, 2025, the Board, by 3-2 vote, denied an application for Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning by Lake Louise, LLC, for a 9.48-acre parcel for a 151-unit multi-family development, proximate to a related development within the jurisdiction of the City of Ocala.
Attorney Rob Batsel, Jr., sent a letter to the County on June 27, 2025, requesting the Florida Land Use and Environmental Dispute Resolution Act (FLUEDRA) proceeding. The attorneys have agreed to utilize Attorney Bill Futch to mediate this matter between the parties, and if necessary, conduct the separate dispute resolution hearing.
It will be necessary to have a county representative in addition to the County Attorney for these proceedings, which could be either a Board member or someone from County Administration.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to Designate a County Representative for FLUEDRA proceedings related to Lake Louise, LLC.
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