Vacation of Lake Butler Heights Subdivision plat
Summary
A 1911-era plat with 39 tiny lots is being vacated so D.R. Horton can build 32 market-rate townhomes near Mango Street. Final approval — along with the site plan — comes July 14, and at least one resident argues the vacation conflicts with the city's future transportation plans.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
New market-rate townhomes (estimated $360,000-$500,000) will add property tax revenue, though the vice mayor raised concerns about the proposed $250,000 homestead exemption.
Future townhome residents and the city's tax base; the surrounding Housing Authority properties keep their alley access under a recommended condition.
A nearby resident argues neighbors would be locked into a cul-de-sac if Burke Street is not reconnected to Disston Avenue.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Jul 14, 2026
The city was considering vacating — legally abandoning — a portion of the Lake Butler Heights Subdivision plat. Plat vacations can affect public rights-of-way and how adjacent properties can be used.
Board of Commissioners - Jun 23, 2026
A 1911-era plat with 39 tiny lots is being vacated so D.R. Horton can build 32 market-rate townhomes near Mango Street. Final approval — along with the site plan — comes July 14, and at least one resident argues the vacation conflicts with the city's future transportation plans.
Related development
Lake Butler Heights Subdivision Plat Vacation
Enables the townhome project but forecloses a possible future Disston Avenue road connection, per one speaker's objection.
Lake Butler Heights Plat Vacation / 32-Unit Townhome Community
Enables market-rate townhomes (estimated $360,000-$390,000) on land whose original narrow lots can't fit modern homes, with a condition preserving future access to the Housing Authority lot.
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