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Lennar Residential Subdivision Rezoning (1590 SW 28th Street)

Summary

Residents raised concerns about severe flooding, increased traffic, and school overcrowding from a new 199-home subdivision off SW 28th Street. Commissioners approved the rezone to avoid potential lawsuits under state property laws, noting engineering and site plans must address drainage.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 0

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Impact fees and future tax revenues will be generated, though upfront infrastructure costs for roads and drainage remain a county concern.

✅Who benefits

The property owner, Lennar Homes, and prospective homebuyers seeking housing in the area.

⚠️Who could be affected

Nearby property owners facing potential increased stormwater runoff and traffic congestion.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingSep 22, 2026

Planning Board - Sep 22, 2026

Lennar is proposing a 199-home single-family subdivision on a 75-acre agricultural parcel near Osceola Middle School. Neighbors raised serious concerns about stormwater runoff, local flooding, and school traffic impacts during peak drop-off times.

Related development

under-review

Lennar Subdivision at SW 28th Street

Adds 199 single-family homes near Osceola Middle School, with required stormwater management and traffic reviews at site plan stage.

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