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Hillsborough County BOCC Land Use Meeting - February 10, 2026

Hillsborough County Archive View Page — Tuesday, February 10, 2026
BodyHillsborough County, Florida
SessionHillsborough County Archive View Page
DateTuesday, February 10, 2026
StatusFILED
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Getting where you need to go shouldn't be a struggle.

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That's why Hillsboro County offers Sunshine Line, a transportation service for residents who need a little extra help.

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If you have no mode of transportation, you may qualify for Sunshine Lines door-to-door service based on age, disability, or income.

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For those who live in the heart service area, you may be eligible for an income-based bus pass program.

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Sunshine Lines trained drivers provide safe shared rides, helping you to and from the vehicle and making sure you're secured every step of the way.

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Scheduling is simple.

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Just call 813-272-7272 to see if you qualify and start your application process today.

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Sunshine Line is here to keep you moving safely, affordably, and with a smile.

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Visit HCFL.gov slash Sunshine Line to learn more and get started today.

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Sunshine Line.

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And to the Republic for which it stands.

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One nation under God, indivisible with liberty.

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And just as far all gracious heavenly father, I come to you again.

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Thanking you for this day, thanking you for all of our employees, our applicants who have submitted an application that will we discuss your business to stay in your holy name I pray.

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Amen.

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Thank you, Commissioner Myers.

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Uh, before I pass things over to Mr.

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Grady to read the change of the agenda.

2:34

Just want to mention that uh Commissioner Miller will be uh participating virtually this morning.

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I believe her her daughter is uh is sick and it's home from school.

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So with that, uh Mr.

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Grady want to review the change of the agenda.

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Good morning, Commissioners.

2:47

Uh Brian Grady, Hillsmore County Development Services.

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In addition to the published withdrawals continuance and his remands remands on page three and four of the agenda.

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We do have two changes to the agenda.

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The first is on page five, item B2, Major Mont application 25-1081.

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This application this application has been withdrawn by the applicant.

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The second changes on page three of the agenda item A6 PRS 26-0177.

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Staff is requesting this item and be continued in the March 10th, 2026, 40 County Commission's meeting at 9 a.m.

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That's all the changes to the agenda.

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Move change it, second.

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Yes.

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Motion carries seven and zero.

3:32

Okay, before I have a motion with a consent agenda, need to provide an opportunity uh for anyone that wishes to speak to item B6.

3:39

Would anyone like to speak to B6?

3:42

Uh seeing none, can we have a motion for the consent agenda?

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Consent second motion, Commissioner Cohen, second Commissioner Willstall.

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Uh please record your vote.

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Yes.

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Okay, so anyone here for a B item.

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Your application's been approved.

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Uh this time if you're uh planning on testifying today, would you please stand raise your right hand so the clerk can swear you in.

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Do you swear our affirm that the testimony you're about to give will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.

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Thank you.

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Okay, Mr.

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Grady want to introduce our first uh vacation item.

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C one vacation item vacation petition 24-0007.

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Uh real estate service will present this item.

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Good morning, Commissioners.

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Victoria Rosenbecker for the record with facilities management and real estate services.

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Item C1 today is vacate ID V24-0007.

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This is a petition by Standard Building Solutions Inc., Madison Montgomery, Tamiami, LLC, and Building Materials Manufacturing LLC to vacate a portion of both platted and deeded public right of way known as Idaho Avenue.

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The right-of-way consists of approximately 2.07 acres and is located east of South 50th Street and north of Madison Avenue and Greater Palm River.

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The subject right of way was originally created by the Platte of South Tampa Villa Sites as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 58, and was later expanded through two deeds conveyed to the county in the 1960s.

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The petitioners have submitted this request to unite the parcels for improved functionality.

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Reviewing departments, agencies, and utility providers have raised no objections to this request.

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As a note, the South Tampa Villa Sites Plat created in 1911, originally reserved ownership of the streets to the Tampa Bay Land Company, which has since dissolved.

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County staff is relying upon application of Florida statutes 177.085 for providing sufficient proof that the petitioners are the underlying fee simple title owners of the platted portion of the vacate area.

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The petitioners have agreed to indemnify, defend, and hold the county harmless should the application of this statute for proof of underlining ownership be incorrect, which is provided for in their supplemental indemnification letter, which is included in the backup.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Zoning█████████████████████████████████████████████65%
Historic Preservation██████████15%
Procedural██████8%
Engineering And Infrastructure██████8%
Public Transportation███4%
Summary of Proceedings

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners Land Use Meeting - February 10, 2026

The Board of County Commissioners held a land use meeting on February 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the County Center. The meeting included a pledge of allegiance, invocation, approval of agenda changes, consent agenda, public hearings for right-of-way vacation, minor modifications, rezoning, historic landmark designation, and a staff report on Live Local Act projects. All votes were unanimous (7-0), with Commissioner Miller participating virtually due to a family illness.

Consent Calendar

  • Agenda Changes: Item B2 (MM 25-1081) was withdrawn by the applicant; item A6 (PRS 26-0177) was continued to March 10, 2026, per staff request. The changes were approved 7-0.
  • Consent Agenda (Items B1-B14): Approved without discussion or public comment. Items included major modifications, rezonings, plat dedications, bonds, and Mosaic annual reports.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Item F1 (RZ-STD 25-1320): Planning Commission staff testified that the proposed rezoning to commercial general restricted (furniture refinishing/repair) was inconsistent with the comprehensive plan due to proximity to single-family residential and access via a local road. The Zoning Hearing Master recommended approval with restrictions.
  • Item G1A (RZ-STD 26-0124): A citizen, Holly Jones, expressed concerns about the impact of a proposed 500-acre solar farm on wildlife and adjacent property, seeking clarification on the scope of development. The applicant (Tampa Electric Company) clarified that the lease covers 500 upland acres and that further approvals (conditional use) would be required at the development stage.

Discussion Items

  • Item C1 (V24-0007): Public hearing to vacate 2.07 acres of platted and deeded right-of-way (Idaho Avenue) in Greater Palm River. No objections from reviewing agencies. Approved 7-0.
  • Item E1 (PRS 26-0171): Minor modification to a PD in Palm River to allow open storage in an area previously not permitted. Staff recommended approval. No public comment. Approved 7-0.
  • Item E2 (PRS 26-0308): Minor modification to a PD near Lagoon Shore Boulevard to clarify transit facility requirements and allow waivers supported by HART. The applicant noted flexibility for future bus service changes. Approved 7-0.
  • Item F1 (RZ-STD 25-1320): Rezone a 0.34-acre parcel from RSC-6 to CG(R) with restrictions (furniture upholstery/repair and a 6-foot fence). Despite Planning Commission inconsistency finding, the board approved 7-0 based on the ZHM recommendation.
  • Item F2 (MM 25-1375): Major modification to a PD on Boyette Road to allow a drive-through restaurant with a 200-foot setback from residential lots and enhanced screening. Planning Commission found it consistent with conditions. Approved 7-0.
  • Item F3 (RZ-STD 26-0037): Rezone a 0.66-acre parcel from AI to M (manufacturing) on Benjamin Road for truck parking. Planning Commission and ZHM found it compatible. Approved 7-0.
  • Item F4 (Historic Landmark Designation): Designation of Wimauma Memorial Cemetery (4.75 acres) as a historic landmark. The Historic Resources Review Board and Planning Commission recommended approval. No public comment. Approved 7-0.
  • Items G1A & G1B (RZ-STD 26-0124 & PRS 26-0299): Rezone 1,620 acres from PD to AM (agricultural mining) and remove parcels from the PD to allow a 500-acre solar farm by Tampa Electric Company. Planning Commission found it consistent. The citizen's concerns were addressed by the applicant. Approved 7-0.
  • Item I1 (Staff Report): Monthly status report on Live Local Act development projects. One new application filed. Commissioner Wilson noted draft language for a lawsuit will be filed soon. Report received 7-0.

Key Outcomes

  • All agenda items approved unanimously (7-0).
  • Consent calendar and all public hearings carried without opposition.
  • The Wimauma Memorial Cemetery was designated a historic landmark, protecting it from disturbance.
  • The Live Local Act status report was accepted for informational purposes.
  • Two items were continued or withdrawn per requests.

The meeting adjourned after the staff report.

Meeting Transcript

Getting where you need to go shouldn't be a struggle. That's why Hillsboro County offers Sunshine Line, a transportation service for residents who need a little extra help. If you have no mode of transportation, you may qualify for Sunshine Lines door-to-door service based on age, disability, or income. For those who live in the heart service area, you may be eligible for an income-based bus pass program. Sunshine Lines trained drivers provide safe shared rides, helping you to and from the vehicle and making sure you're secured every step of the way. Scheduling is simple. Just call 813-272-7272 to see if you qualify and start your application process today. Sunshine Line is here to keep you moving safely, affordably, and with a smile. Visit HCFL.gov slash Sunshine Line to learn more and get started today. Sunshine Line. And to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible with liberty. And just as far all gracious heavenly father, I come to you again. Thanking you for this day, thanking you for all of our employees, our applicants who have submitted an application that will we discuss your business to stay in your holy name I pray. Amen. Thank you, Commissioner Myers. Uh, before I pass things over to Mr. Grady to read the change of the agenda. Just want to mention that uh Commissioner Miller will be uh participating virtually this morning. I believe her her daughter is uh is sick and it's home from school. So with that, uh Mr. Grady want to review the change of the agenda. Good morning, Commissioners. Uh Brian Grady, Hillsmore County Development Services. In addition to the published withdrawals continuance and his remands remands on page three and four of the agenda. We do have two changes to the agenda. The first is on page five, item B2, Major Mont application 25-1081. This application this application has been withdrawn by the applicant. The second changes on page three of the agenda item A6 PRS 26-0177. Staff is requesting this item and be continued in the March 10th, 2026, 40 County Commission's meeting at 9 a.m. That's all the changes to the agenda. Move change it, second. Yes. Motion carries seven and zero. Okay, before I have a motion with a consent agenda, need to provide an opportunity uh for anyone that wishes to speak to item B6. Would anyone like to speak to B6? Uh seeing none, can we have a motion for the consent agenda? Consent second motion, Commissioner Cohen, second Commissioner Willstall. Uh please record your vote. Yes. Okay, so anyone here for a B item. Your application's been approved. Uh this time if you're uh planning on testifying today, would you please stand raise your right hand so the clerk can swear you in. Do you swear our affirm that the testimony you're about to give will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Thank you. Okay, Mr. Grady want to introduce our first uh vacation item. C one vacation item vacation petition 24-0007. Uh real estate service will present this item. Good morning, Commissioners.

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