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Request Approval of Waiver Request for Land Development Code Section 2.16.1.B(8)(g) - Agricultural Lot Split Establishment of County Municipal Services Benefit Unit for Equine Paradise, Parcel Number 12462-002-00, Application Number 31358 (for Agricultural Lot Split Application Number 31356) (Budget Impact - None)
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INITIATOR: DEPARTMENT:
Michael L. Savage, Sr., Building Safety Director Development Review Committee
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
Section 2.16.1.B(8)(g) of the Land Development Code (LDC) states a County Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) shall be established for the maintenance of the improvements created by this division prior to final approval and recordation. A waiver to this provision may only be granted by the Board upon review and recommendation by the Development Review Committee (DRC).
This Agricultural Lot Split is located in the northwest portion of the county containing 10 lots on approximately 137.16 acres. The LDC Section 2.16.1 allows 10 lots of 10 acres each for an Agricultural Lot Split.
The Applicant requests to allow an easement agreement that stipulates maintenance. DRC reviewed the request by the applicant, and after discussion acted on April 28, 2025 to recommend approval to the Board, ensuring the covenants stated access via the common easement would not be maintained by Marion County.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve the Agricultural Lot Split without the creation of a MSBU subject to providing the appropriate documentation that the property owners will provide maintenance.
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