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Panther Run PUD — 2,241-acre mixed-use development in Wellness Way

Summary

A massive rezoning in South Lake would allow up to 2,624 homes, a potential high school site, job centers and 11 miles of public trails. Supporters tout conservation commitments and road building; opponents raise wildlife corridor enforcement, water supply, traffic and loss of agricultural land.

At a glance

Total mentions
10
Last 30 days
0

Last discussed Sep 1, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The developer must fund roughly five miles of roadway and utility infrastructure upfront, with impact fees at state-law maximums.

✅Who benefits

Future residents and employers, plus neighbors like Showcase of Citrus who negotiated access and traffic improvements.

⚠️Who could be affected

Opponents warn of wildlife habitat loss, water demand during shortages, and traffic burden on surrounding communities.

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