The Development Services Department reviews text amendments to the Land Development Code periodically. Land Development Code (LDC) Amendments are considered by the Board of County Commissioners in public hearings. Please note, the proposed text below is a draft and subject to change prior to the hearing. Please see the complete file to view all drafts.
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Schedule of Key Dates for Round 1, 2022
To watch the meeting after it has completed go to Hillsborough County's Playback YouTube Channel.
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LDC Amendment Outreach Meeting - March 21, 2022 at 6 PM
- Format: Virtual
- Request to speak at the LDC Outreach Meeting
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LDC 1st Public Hearing - April 14, 2022 at 6 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to speak at the LDC public hearing
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Planning Commission Consistency Finding Meeting - May 9, 2022 at 2 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to Speak at the Planning Commission Meeting
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LDC 2nd Public Hearing - May 19, 2022 at 6 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to speak at the LDC public hearing (opens at least 48 hours prior to the hearing)
Proposed Text Amendments for Round 1, 2022
The schedule posted and the following amendments are for Round 1, 2022. The amendments are under ongoing review and are subject to change.
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LDC 22-0515 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.05
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to simplify permitting requirements for Adult Care Facilities located in commercial zoning districts. Additionally, the amendment will clarify locational requirements for larger Adult Care Facilities.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0515 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0515 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0515 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0515 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0516 Text Amendment to LDC Part 10.05.00
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to expand the representation requirement for appeals of decisions of the Administrator and Land Use Hearing Officer.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0516 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0516 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0516 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0516 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0517 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.24
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to clarify parking requirements for Child Care facilities.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0517 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0517 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0517 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0517 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0518 Text Amendment to LDC Sections 2.02.02 & 11.03.06
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to require approval of a Planned Development (PD) district for new golf courses and country clubs.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0518 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0518 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0518 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0518 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0519 Text Amendment to LDC Section 12.01.00
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to revise the definition of “home-based business” in the Land Development Code to align with the revisions to the home-based business regulations found in LDC Section 6.11.48 that were adopted last year.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0519 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0519 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0519 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0519 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0520 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.52
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to establish a parking ratio for Kennel facilities to calculate the minimum required parking spaces.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0520 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0520 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0520 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0520 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
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LDC 22-0521 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.39
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to revise driveway setback requirements for farm worker housing projects in certain circumstances and to eliminate renewal requirements for farmworker housing zoning approvals.
Information and Resources
- LDC 22-0521 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0521 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0521 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0521 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
Lithia-Southeast County Overlay District LDC Text Amendment
The purpose of proposed text amendment LDC 22-0783 is to establish a new overlay district in the County. The Lithia/Southeast County Overlay District (LSC) would provide for site and building design standards with the intent to preserve the rural character of the region and to improve the appearance of new and existing non-residential development within Lithia and southeast Hillsborough County. If approved, this amendment would create LDC Part 3.25.00.
- Schedule of Key Dates for LDC 22-0783
To watch the meeting after it has completed go to Hillsborough County's Playback YouTube Channel.
- Planning Commission Consistency Finding Meeting – May 9, 2022 at 2 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to Speak at the Planning Commission Meeting
- LDC 1st Public Hearing – May 19, 2022 at 6 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to speak at the LDC public hearing (opens at least 48 hours prior to the hearing)
- LDC 2nd Public Hearing – June 9, 2022 at 6 PM
- Format: Hybrid
- Request to speak at the LDC public hearing (opens at least 48 hours prior to the hearing)
- Planning Commission Consistency Finding Meeting – May 9, 2022 at 2 PM
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LDC 22-0783 Text Amendment to LDC Article lll Special Districts
- LDC 22-0783 Intent Statement
- LDC 22-0783 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 22-0783 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
- LDC 22-0783 Hillsborough County City County Planning Commission Consistency Finding Resolution
Previously adopted LDC Text Amendments in Round 2 of 2021
The LDC Amendments below were recently adopted by the BOCC.
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LDC 21-1044 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.11
Purpose
The purpose of this amendment is to revise Land Development Code regulations regarding the package sale of alcoholic beverages by restaurants to conform said regulations to recent changes in state law regarding the package sale of alcoholic beverages by certain food service establishments.
Information and Resources
- LDC 21-1044 Intent Statement
- LDC 21-1044 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 21-1044 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
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LDC 21-1045 Text Amendment to LDC Part 6.03.00
Purpose
The purpose of this amendment is to update Sections of the Land Development Code pertaining to requirements specifying garbage and recycling infrastructure needed to ensure adequate service levels for new construction of commercial and multi-family development. The amendments are being sought to ensure compliance with state law and to further the County's sustainable materials management goals.
Information and Resources
- LDC 21-1045 Intent Statement
- LDC 21-1045_Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 21-1045 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
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LDC 21-1046 Text Amendment to LDC Parts, 10.02.00, 10.03.00 and 10.06.00
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to revise the Land Development Code Article X to add a six-month time frame limit for an application to be heard at a public hearing after it has been reopened or remanded for a further public hearing.
Information and Resources
- LDC 21-1046 Intent Statement
- LDC 21-1046 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 21-1046 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
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LDC 21-1047 Text Amendment to LDC Section 5.03.06
Purpose
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to clarify the review process for certain regulations in the Land Development Code for connectivity, cross access, access points and other transportation related review criteria as a part of the Planned Development rezoning process.
Information and Resources
- LDC 21-1047 Intent Statement
- LDC 21-1047 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 21-1047 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
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LDC 21-1156 Text Amendment to LDC Section 6.11.48
Purpose
To revise the Home-based Business regulations found in LDC Section 6.11.48 to conform to the requirements of a new state statute, FS 559.955.
Information and Resources
- LDC 21-1156 Intent Statement
- LDC 21-1156 Proposed Text
- Complete File (To view the complete file, log in using the public user name and password and click on the document repository. Enter the LDC amendment number 24-1156 in the box that reads APP/Permit/Tracking # and click Query.)
Applying for a Land Development Code (LDC) Amendment
Amendments are initiated by submitting a text amendment application. If the amendment is initiated by an individual or entity outside the county, they must first attend a mandatory application pre-submittal conference and then submit the application and pay the fee by appointment. To schedule an appointment to submit a completed application contact the Zoning Counseling Center by phone at (813) 272-5600.
Other related information
- Development Review Procedures Manual (DRPM)
- Hillsborough County Land Development Code
- Land Development Code and Development Review Procedures Manual Supplements