Key Largo future land use change for eleven parcels
Summary
About 3.6 acres of Key Largo parcels get a consistent Mixed Use/Commercial future land use designation, with matching zoning across 7.2 acres. The change actually trims allowed market-rate housing density while slightly boosting commercial potential.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
No change to market-rate housing units — actually a decrease of about 26.6 allowed units — with slightly more commercial space possible.
The property owners seeking consistent development rules, and anyone valuing less residential density in the corridor.
Nearby residents could see more commercial activity if the change advances.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission Hearing - Jul 22, 2026
About 3.6 acres of Key Largo parcels get a consistent Mixed Use/Commercial future land use designation, with matching zoning across 7.2 acres. The change actually trims allowed market-rate housing density while slightly boosting commercial potential.
Board of County Commissioners - Jun 10, 2026
A continued public hearing on changing the Future Land Use Map from Institutional to Mixed Use/Commercial for eleven parcels in the Lake Surprise Estates Subdivision in Key Largo, sought by the Doherty revocable trusts. Continued from the March 11, 2026 meeting.
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Lake Surprise Estates Future Land Use Map Amendment
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Stoia Key Largo FLUM Amendment (File 2025-258)
Cuts market-rate density by about 26.6 units while allowing a small increase in commercial and transient use potential, all still capped by ROGO/NROGO.
Stoia Key Largo Zoning Map Amendment (File 2025-259)
Creates one consistent zoning district across the properties, lowering residential density but allowing slightly more commercial intensity.
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