The Brooksville Planning and Zoning meeting on August 13, 2025, focused on a significant decision regarding the rezoning of a blighted property. The meeting included public input, where local resident Jason Herrera expressed his interest in the decision-making process, confirming that the board would make a recommendation to the city council.
The property in question is located across from Herrera's residence, and he noted the community's desire for productive development on the site. The board acknowledged that there had been numerous inquiries about the property over the years, but no concrete steps had been taken until now.
The board unanimously approved a motion to rezone the property from R-3 to Planned Development (PDP) multifamily, with 14 conditions outlined in the staff report. This motion will be forwarded to the city council for final approval, which is scheduled for September 15 at 7:00 PM in the same chambers.
The meeting concluded with no further public comments, and the board expressed optimism about the potential for positive change in the community following the rezoning decision.