ORD Adopting a Small-Scale Amendmnt to the FLUM Series of the 2045 Comp Plan at 0 Utsey Rd, West of Utsey Rd & North of Moncrief Rd W - (9.56± Acres) - AGR to RR - Dexter Bennett (R.E. # 002938-0030 & 002955-0100) (Appl # L-6059-25C) (Dist. 12-White) (Read) (LUZ) (PD & PC Apv) (Companions 2026-28 & 2026-29) 1/13/26 CO Introduced: LUZ 1/21/26 LUZ Read 2nd & Rerefer 1/27/26 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer 2/10/26 CO PH Add'l 2/24/26 2/18/26 LUZ PH Approve 6-0 2/24/26 CO PH Approve 18-0 LUZ PH: 2/18/26 Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 163.3187, F.S. & Ch 650, Pt 4, Ord Code - 2/10/26 & 2/24/26

This ordinance adopts a small-scale amendment to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map (FLUM) for approximately 9.56 acres located at 0 Utsey Road, west of Utsey Road and north of Moncrief Road West. The land use designation is changing from Agriculture (AGR) to Rural Residential (RR). This change is intended to allow for the development of single-family residences on the property, which is currently vacant or undeveloped. The property is owned by Dexter Bennett and the application was filed by Deshawna Bennett.

Key Details:

• Location: 0 Utsey Road, west of Utsey Road and north of Moncrief Road West, Council District 12.
• Acreage: Approximately 9.56 acres (composed of two parcels, one 6.06 acres and one 3.5 acres, approximately 400 feet apart).
• Current Land Use: Agriculture (AGR).
• Proposed Land Use: Rural Residential (RR).
• Development Potential:
  • Scenario 1 (with water/sewer): Up to 19 dwelling units (DU), a net increase of 16 DU.
  • Scenario 2 (with well/septic): Up to 9 dwelling units, a net increase of 6 DU.
• Access: Via private easements connected to Utsey Road; no direct road frontage.
• Environmental Considerations: Approximately 3.16 acres of Category III wetlands are present on the site. The proposed development must comply with wetland protection policies, including no net loss of wetland functions and proper septic tank placement outside wetland areas.
• Transportation Impact: The change could result in an increase of 55 to 146 daily trips. Ongoing coordination with the City of Jacksonville Traffic Engineer is recommended.
• Procedural History: The amendment was introduced, read, and approved by the Land Use and Zoning (LUZ) Committee and the City Council after public hearings. The Planning Commission also reviewed and recommended approval.