Whaley Platt annexation (743.53 acres)
Summary
The city annexed a huge property that already has county approval for 2,818 homes. Mayor Robertson argued annexation keeps impact fees and tax revenue in St. Cloud instead of the county, since the city serves the area under a joint planning agreement either way.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Annexation routes impact fees and property taxes from the development to St. Cloud rather than the county.
City taxpayers, since commercial and fee-paying development broadens the tax base.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
Whaley Platt Comprehensive Plan Amendment
The land can develop at 5-25 units per acre once the school site dispute is resolved.
Narcoossee and Starline Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Converts a rural-designated parcel to commercial to grow the tax base rather than add homes.
Whaley Grove annexation agreement
Sets terms for bringing another Clay Whaley Road development into the city.
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