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FEBRUARY 16, 2010
SPECIAL AGENDA
COLLIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION WILL MEET AT 8:30 A.M., ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2010
IN THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING ROOM, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNTY
GOVERNMENT CENTER, 3301 TAMIAMI TRAIL EAST, NAPLES, FLORIDA.
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PRIOR TO THE RESPECTIVE PUBLIC HEARING. IN ANY CASE, WRITTEN
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DAYS PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING. ALL MATERIAL USED IN
PRESENTATIONS BEFORE THE CCPC WILL BECOME A PERMANENT PART
OF THE RECORD AND WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PRESENTATION TO THE
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS IF APPLICABLE.
ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION OF THE CCPC WILL
NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS PERTAINING THERETO, AND
THEREFORE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND
EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. ROLL CALL BY SECRETARY
3. PLANNING COMMISSION ABSENCES
4. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
➢ CP- 2008.5, Petition requesting an amendment to the Immokalee Area Master Plan and
Immokalee Area Master Plan Future Land Use Map, to make revisions to the entire Master Plan
to include: increases to commercial acreage, industrial acreage, and allowable residential density;
elimination of some existing designations; creation of a new designation for the Immokalee
Regional Airport site; and, addition of approximately 103 acres presently designated
Agricultural /Rural within the Rural Lands Stewardship Area as identified on the countywide Future
Land Use Map. [Coordinator: Carolina Valera, Principal Planner]
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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER RESOLUTION
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Collier County Planning Commission on
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 8:30 A.M. in the Collier County Commissioners Boardroom, 3rd Floor, W.
Harmon Turner Building, (Bldg. F.), County Government Center, 3301 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, Florida
34112.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider a recommendation on amendments to the Growth Management
Plan; specifically to the Immokalee Area Master Plan, including the Immokalee Area Master Plan Future
Land Use Map; and a recommendation for transmittal to the Florida Department of Community Affairs. The
resolution title is as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 10-
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY,
FLORIDA PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COLLIER COUNTY GROWTH MAN-
AGEMENT PLAN, ORDINANCE 89 -05, AS AMENDED, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE
IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN, INCLUDING THE IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN
FUTURE LAND USE MAP; AND FURTHERMORE RECOMMENDING TRANSMITTAL OF
THESE AMENDMENTS TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS.
O CP- 2008 -5, Petition requesting an amendment to the Immokalee Area Master Plan and Immokalee
Area Master Plan Future .Land Use Mao, to make revisions to the entire Master Plan to include: in-
creases to commercial acreage, industrial acreage, and allowable residential density; elimination of
some existing designations; creation of a new designation for the Immokalee Regional Airport site;
and, addition of approximately 103 acres presently designated Agricultural /Rural within the Rural
Lands Stewardship Area as identified on the countywide Future Land Use Map.
[Coordinator: Carolina Valera, Principal Planner]
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All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard. Copies of the proposed amendment are avail-
able for inspection at the Comprehensive Planning Department, 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida
between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Any questions pertaining to these
documents should be directed to the Comprehensive Planning Department. (239- 252 - 2400). Written com-
ments filed with the Comprehensive Planning Department prior to Tuesday, February 16, 2010, will be read
and considered at the public hearing.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Collier County Planning Commission with respect
to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he will need a record of that proceeding, and for such
purpose he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes
the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in the proceeding,
you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County
Facilities Management Department, located at 3301 Tamiami Trail East, Building W, Naples, Florida 34112,
(239) 252 -8380. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired are available in the County Commis-
sioners' Office.
Mark P. Strain, Chairman
Collier County Planning Commission
No. 231159552
February 5 2010
Changes To Proposed IAMP:
Sources Are Highlighted as Follows:
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I. INTRODUCTION
Immokalee has long been recognized as a distinct community within Collier County.
Immokalee's economV, geography, and demographic make-up are different than the rest of
Collier County. Approximately one-half of the land within the Immokalee Urban Area is presently
zoned and actively used for agriculture The urban area is surrounded by productive crop lands
and environmentally significant habitat Most Immokalee residents work within the agricultural
industry, and the majority of agricultural laborers originate from Mexico and Central America.
Statistics from the 2000 Census (the most comprehensive data for Immokalee currently
available) comparing Immokalee to the County as a whole reflect some of the key socio
economic differences including age distribution race and ethnicity, income education and
housing.
The Immokalee Area Planning Commission was formed in 1965 and Immokalee was governed
under separate Zoning and Subdivision Regulations until 1982. While it is now included under
the county-wide Land Development Code in 1991 the County again acknowled ed the need for
Immokalee-specific land use regulation with the adoption of the first Immokalee Area Master
Plan as an element in the County's overall comprehensive plan.
Collier County first established the Immokalee Area as a Planning Community in its 1983
Comprehensive Plan In 1989 the County adopted revisions to the comprehensive plan, now
called the Growth Management Plan (GMP) which included a requirement to develop an area
master plan for Immokalee. In 1991 the County adopted the first Immokalee Area Master Plan
IAMP as referenced in Policy 4.2 of the Future Land Use Element:
A detailed Master Plan for the Immokalee Urban designated area has been
developed and was incorporated into this Growth Management Plan in February,
1991. Ma'or revisions were adopted in 1997 following the 1996 Evaluation and
Appraisal Report. The Immokalee Area Master Plan addresses conservation
future land use population recreation transportation, housing and the local
econom . Manor purposes of the Master Plan are coordination of land use and
transportation planning redevelopment or renewal of blighted areas, and the
promotion of economic development.
The IAMP is in addition to and supplements
the goals,
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of the Collier
County Growth Mana ement Plan.
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characteristics of the Immokalee Urban Designated Area as compared with urban Naples,
Coastal Collier County, and the State of Florida as a whole the Board of County
Commissioners deemed it necessar to restud the Immokalee Urban Designated Area. On
May 27 2003 the Board of County Commissioners ado ted Resolution 2003 -192 which first
established the Immokalee Area Master Plan Restud y Committee as an ad hoc advisory
committee to the board The Committee was to serve for a period of one year. On September
28 2004 the Board adopted Ordinance 2004 -62 extending the timeframe for the advisory
committee and renaming it the Immokalee Master Plan and Visioning Committee ( IMPVC). On
November 13 2007 the Board ado ted Ordinance 2007 -69 which extended the timeframe
again, providing for dissolution of the committee no later than December 31 2009. The purpose
and duties of the Committee remain the same:
A Assist in the development of any necessary Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for consulting
services.
B. Assist Count staff with the review of eneral tannin matters related to the Immokalee
Community. These could include housing zoning economic and /or other issues as-ma
be brought before the Committee.
C. Identify and provide the Board of County Commissioners the Committee recommendations
relative to:
1 road improvements;
2 economic incentives',
3 increasing the quality and guantity of affordable housinc
4 land uses and improvements relative to the Immokalee Regional Airport;
5 density increases in mixed -use districts;
6. restructurin 1 of future land use designations and designation boundaries within the
Immokalee community;
7 the facilitation of construction of commercial development in commercial districts;
8 the preparation of revisions to current zoning districts and the development of
associated Unified L'�' u�' °' ° ""' ° "+ �' °`i° LDC (Ordinance 04 -41 as amended
standards; and
9. the review of the 5-year Schedule of Capital Im rovements relative to the Immokalee
community.
D. Assist in the development of revised goals, objectives and olicies and land use
designation descriptions for the Immokalee Area Master Plan.
E. Assist in the review and updating of the Immokalee Area Master Plan in order to establish
consistency between the Master Plan and the County Rural Lands Stewardship Area
Overlay provisions.
The IMPVC has been working steadily towards achieving these goals over the last five years.
The adoption of the revised IAMP and revised Immokalee Master Plan Future Land Use Map
represents the first step in completing the objectives of the Committee. The Collier County Lar
LDC (Ordinance 04 -41 as amended) will be updated next to implement the
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Goal Obiectives and Policies of the IAMP
followed
closely by
an update to the Capital
Improvements Plan and the creation of a Iona
-term transportation
plan.
II. NEW DIRECTIONS
The residents of Immokalee see new possibilities for their community with the development of
this Master Plan. With the develo ment of this new Master Plan Immokalee has chosen to
focus on opportunities rather than challenges Immokalee is committed to redefining its future,
revitalizing its community and developing a new mission that focuses on strengthening and
diversifying its economy, embracing cultural diversity, and welcoming visitors to this place we
call home."
Economic opportunity lies in Immokalee's diverse community. Many residents have roots in
Mexico Central America Haiti and various other Caribbean nations. This multicultural heritage
should be embraced and used to develop a local marketing strategy. This diversity should guide
the redevelo ment and design of downtown in order to create a distinct area that will attract new
business and visitors Revitalization of the Main Street commercial corridor will be designed to
embrace this cultural diversity: take advantage of the traffic generated by the Immokalee
Seminole Casino and the growing Stewardship Receiving Areas, including the Town of Ave
Maria and Bir Cypress- and create new public plazas and gathering spaces. These public
plazas and spaces will be designed within an appropriate streetscape to foster walkability and a
mixture of uses including entertainment and cultural events and will position Immokalee to
attract new residents and visitors to the downtown area.
The diversitv of Immokalee extends to its 'Ini ue natural surroundings, which can also be a
great benefit to the local economy Lake Trafford at Immokalee's western boundary as well as
other adiacent vast natural areas which include historic working ranches Provide an excellent
0 ortunity to market Immokalee as an ecotourist destination Immokalee provides a gateway to
the Everglades, a world- renowned ecotourist destination. Ecotourists come to an area to
experience the natural rather than the built environment. Lake Trafford and its environs offer
opportunities for boating fishing camping and hiking and the chance to experience natural
Florida and this freshwater frontier.
Agriculture continues to be the major local industry and Immokalee residents recognize
emerging opportunities for new agricultural- related businesses. Increasing fuel costs,
apprehension related to food security, and environmental concerns have increased the demand
for safe sustainable and domestically produced foods and energy sources. Immokalee has an
opportunity to create a new farmers' market or ex and the existin i state farmers' market to
serve the regional demand for fresh produce.
Additionally, residents see opportunities emerging from the reaional economy and the strategic
location of Immokalee in the region. Immokalee will not remain isolated in the future. One state
arterial SR 29 runs through the downtown while another ends 'ust three miles north of
downtown (SR 82) A maior county road (CR 846 Immokalee Road), connects Immokalee to I-
75 Planned improvements to SR 82 and SR 29 from two lanes to four lanes will open up the
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area to more travel and planned roadway expansions including a SR 29 Loop a potential
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new 175 interchange in eastern Collier a,�r1 will further improve the accessibility
to and from Immokalee helping it to become a tourist destination and a distribution center for
goods and services.
Improvements to the roadway system, both regionalIV and within the Immokalee Urban Area
are one art of how the overall trans ortation will im rove in the future. The Immokalee
Regional Air ort (IM A) is designated as an official U.S. Port of EntrV, with its own full- service
Customs Office supporting both international and domestic trade opportunities, and is a
growing car o service airport. The Florida Trade ort operates within a Foreign Trade Zone
#213 State Enterprise Zone Federal Enterprise Community, and Hub Zone. It provides direct
access to over 2 000 acres of industrial -zoned ro erly and two paved 5,000 x 150 foot
runways equipped for GPS RNAV and LBV VOR instrument approaches Located adjacent to
the airport is a 240 acre master planned industrial park with two distinct centers for light
industrial development.
The opportunities available through development of the Tradeport are particularly significant
given that the Economic Development Council of Collier County (EDC) estimates the County will
need an additional 3,685 acres of new business Park lands by 2030. The EDC has been
working to attract research clusters to Collier County to diversify the economy which is currently
highly dependant on only three industries: agriculture, construction and tourism and services.
The three targeted industry clusters are: health and life science com uter software and
services and distribution Given its location access to major roads connectivity with other parts
of the state availability of developable land and the airport, Immokalee is a prime location for
the new distribution industry that the EDC has identified as being vital to the growth and
diversification of Collier County's economy.
Another potential for economic growth lies in anticipated development in areas surrounding
Immokalee. As new towns in eastern Collier County develop, needed overnment services and
departments should be centrally located in Immokalee to serve the eastern portion of the
County.
III. IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN PRIORITIES
The Immokalee Area Master Plan has been developed to emphasize these identified
opportunities and strengths. ajag firms
jjKWicblopmWt a priority, and the oboectives and olicies set forth
div 1p local eco iomy and create a positive business
and its ob'ective and policies deal with housing Mobile homes have
historically provided a significant percentage of the housing in Immokalee and have provided
affordable homes Adequate housing for farmworkers must continue to be addressed. Gap
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housing er -and other "market- rate" housincl, which provides housing for middle -class families
has been historical) underrepresented in the Immokalee market. Affordable and -
housinq will continue to be needed in the co-- t . Note that the terms Gap and Affordable
Workforce Housing are defined in the Collier County LDC (Ordinance 04 -41 as amended .
goal and set of ob'ectives address infrastructure and public services. Parks and
recreational opportunities to serve the young families in Immokalee are the first public
infrastructure item discussed Transportation is a major component of anv community's public
infrastructure needs and while county wide issues are still dealt with in the county
Transportation Element this portion addresses Immokalee's local roads and needed public
safety improvements to protect pedestrians and bicyclists. Other important public services
include stormwater management and solid waste which are addressed as well.
goal and related objective deals with natural resource rotection and how to
promote eco tourism within Immokalee While the Conservation and Coastal Management
Element still applies, significant natural resources within the Immokalee Urban Area and
ecotourism opportunities are addressed here.
Land use is an integral component of any master plan and goal and its objective
and policies deal with this issue Mixed -use pedestrian - scaled development is important, as is
allowing develo ment in appropriate locations at densities and intensities that will attract new
development.
Urban form and desi n are addressed in oal. These ob'ectives and policies
are generally concerned with how to create a theme or brand for Immokalee provide safe multi -
modal transportation and develop site design and development standards appropriate for
Immokalee rather than continuing to apply standards developed for coastal Collier.
I M and last goal, objective and related policies are concerned with interlocal and
intergovernmental coordination to address current service issues and to continue collaboration
with appropriate organizations in the future.
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Goal 2: ENHANCE AND DIVERSIFY THE LOCAL ECONOMY OF THE IMMOKALEE
COMMUNITY
OBJECTIVE 24.1:
To actively Pursue, attract and retain business enter rise in the Immokalee Area.
Policy 24.1.1: Commercial and Trade Hub
In recognition of Immokalee's strategic location within Collier Count and southwest Florida and
the Foreign Trade Zone Community Redevelopment Area Enterprise Zone Federal Enterprise
Community HUB Zone and Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern designations, and the
economic or funding opportunities resulting from those designations Collier County,
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ctively promole and osition Immokalee as a regional commercial and trade
hub for businesses seeking to locate or expand into Southwest Florida:
• Aassist the CRA EDC and Immokalee Chamber of Commerce in the marketing of
commercial and industrial opportunities in Immokalee:
• ; +Assist the CRA in pursuing grants and funding from government, non-
governmental organizations or private sector partnerships_
Policy 24.1.2: Florida Tradeport/Immokalee Regional Airport
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will promote economic development opportunities at the
Immokalee Regional. Air ort/Florida Trade port and the surrounding commercial and industrial
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APolicy Z4.1.3: Mitigation Banking and /or Targeted Acquisition Lands
Within two (2) years of the effective date a igoiOR -of this policy, Collier County '.
will explore the feasibility
,,,o a�n� privately owned undeveloped parcels with significant
of utilizing - -
, ei;ai;u Upland, or listed s ecies habitat value as a listed s ecies habitat conservation bank or
wetland mitigation bank to compensate for wetland or listed species impacts associated with
development within the Immokalee Urban Area 'f
j he purpose of such a mitigation bank and /or identification of lands targeted for
acquisition within or proximate to the Immokalee Urban Area in addition to the ecological
benefits is to facilitate and expedite permitting of development and redevelopment on other
more appropriate lands within the Immokalee Urban Area.
9veFl3y. Durin this nPrind the Count shall develo a ma p depicting the preferred lands to be
targeted for mitigation or acquisition Incentives shall be included in the LDC,
Ordinance 04 -41 as amended to direct mitigation to or acquisition of these targeted lands and to
direct development away from such lands ` "'S
OBJECTIVE 24.2:
To create a ositive business climate that will enhance and diversify the Immokalee Area
economy and increase employment opportunities and thus improve the quality of life for
Immokalee residents.
Policy 24.2-1: Expedited Review
Within two (2) years of adept;GR the effective dates of this policy subject to Policy J.-, Collier
Count
will review and amend or expand as
necessary the fast track and expedited review program for projects deemed to provide a
positive economic benefit to the Immokalee economy, specifically including affordable gap, and
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farmworker housing and targeted industries During this period criteria will be developed to be
used as a guide for determining what will qualify a project for this expedited review program.
Policy 24.2.2: Pre - Certified Commercial /Industrial Sites
Collier County will encourage the development of targeted manufacturing and light industrial
uses by identifying appropriate locations for those uses and by streamlinge the
permitting and a royal rocess for commercial and industrial develo ment within the
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Policy 24.2.3: Community -based Economic Initiatives
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Policy 24.2.4: Home Occupations
Within two (2) years of the adept'. of the effective date -of this Forma
Collier County will amend the' -d- D°v °'E)^meRt Ged LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as amended ) to
create more flexibility for home based businesses in the Immokalee Urban Area thereby
allowing additional opportunities for home -based occupations. As part of this process particular
focus will be placed on expanding home -based business allowances in the C -MU and HR
designate areas.
Policy 24.2.5: Financial Incentives
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Policy 24.2.6: Agriculture- Related Business Uses
In recognition of the economic importance of agriculture the County will amend the L-aed
LDC (Ordinance 04 -41 as amended) to allow agriculture- related business
uses such as fruit and vegetable stands farmers markets and a ritourism related uses within
non-agricultural zoning districts within two (2) years of the adep#e►}of the effective date of this
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OBJECTIVE 24.3:
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To promote and expand tourism recreation entertainment and cultural opportunities in
Immokalee in order to diversify the Immokalee economy, thereby improving the quality of life.
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Collier County, subject to Policv 1 1 1 will promote the expansion of entertainment,
cultural and recreational opportunities, such as restaurants movie theaters museums and
public spaces. s ecifically through the im lementation of the Immokalee Public Realm Plan
which was accepted by the Immokalee CRA Advisory Board on Se tember 16 2009 within two
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Policy 24.3.3: Seminole Casino Immokalee
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Policy 24.3.4: Entertainment District
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will undertake efforts to develop an entertainment district near the Casino
that is complementary and connected to Immokalee's existing downtown core.
OBJECTIVE 24.4:
To enhance and expand educational and cultural facilities and opportunities in Immokalee.
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Policy 24.4-1: Research and Development
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Policy 24.4.2: Cultural Programs and Facilities CF —
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will identify cultural ro rams and facilities to address the needs of
Immokalee residents and visitors within two (2) years of the effective date adeiee of this
pnr- aeypolicy, subject to Policy 1 1.1.
OBJECTIVE 24.5:
To promote and sup port develo ment and redevelo ment initiatives in the Immokalee Area.
Policy 24.5.1: Technical Assistance
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promote infill development and redevelo ment within the Commercial -Mixed use Subdistrict
through amendments to the Land Development Code (LDC) (Ordinance 04 -41 as amended)
that facilitate mixed -use roIects and Provide for flexible performance-based incentives.
Policy 24.5.3: Alternative Funding
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and properties within Immokalee by pursuing alternative
funding sources on an ongoing basis.
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Housing
GOAL TO PROVIDE A DIVERSITY OF SAFE AND SANITARY HOUSING FOR ALL
RESIDENTS OF THE IMMOKALEE URBAN AREA.
OBJECTIVE A:
Collier County shall coordinate with federal, state, local and private agencies to address
farmworker housing and migrant labor camp needs for Immokalee.
Policy .1.1: Farmworker Housing Land Development Regulations
Within two (2) years ei adeptioR -ot the effective date of this Polic Forme
Collier County will review and revise as necessary the Land DeyelewneRt Gede LDC
provisions regulating Farmworker Housing within the Immokalee Urban Area to eliminate
unnecessary regulations that are duplicative to Federal and State provisions, specifically in
regards to H -2A Housing and Migrant Labor Camps for seasonal workers with temporary, non-
immigrant visas.
Policy .1.2: Agricultural and Housina Partnerships
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will encourage local agricultural growers to work in
partnership with housing organizations to provide affordable and suitable housing for migrant
and seasonal farmworkers.
OBJECTIVE .2:
Collier County shall promote the conservation and rehabilitation of housing in Immokalee
neiahborhoods.
Policy .2.1: Targeted Redevelopment Areas
Collier County will promote the development and redevelopment of housing within targeted
redevelopment areas. Targeted redevelopment areas include neighborhoods with frequent
occurrences of substandard structures, vacant parcels or groups of vacant parcels, and areas
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iew the 2004 Immokalee Housing Condition Inventory
to determine if the findinas of the Inventory are still valid, and, if necessary. update the Inventory
to accurately identify targeted redevelopment areas
Policy .2.2: Funding Opportunities
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local agencies and private organizations will seek funding for the housing needs identified in the
Immokalee Housing Condition Inventory.
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Policy 32.2.34: Substandard Housing
Collier County will update its program for the repair, removal, or replacement of substandard
housing units, based on the Housing Condition Inventory. [ormz
Policy 32.2.45: Displaced Occupants
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social service organizations to provide relocation assistance for occupants who are displaced
from substandard dwelling units.
Policv 32.2.56: Housina Code Enforcement
Collier County all make every � effort to require that Form-
substandard housing be brought into compliance or eliminated. Enforcement efforts will focus Form
on properties that are abandoned, owned by an absentee landlord, or whose operation is not in
compliance with the Collier County Land Development Code.
OBJECTIVE 32.3:
The County will continue to explore and provide innovative programs and regulatory reforms to
reduce development costs and promote safe and sanitary affordable- workforce housing for
Immokalee residents.
Policy 32.3.1: Housing Grant Opportunities
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Community Redevelopment Agency, will pursue government grants and loans for affordable -
workforce housing.
Policy 32.3.2: Affordable - Workforce and Gap Housing Incentives
Within two (2) years of the effective date adeptien-of this Policy, and bi- annually thereafter lformi
gap) incentives to determine the effectiveness of existing provisions and whether additional
incentives are necessary or desired.
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Infrastructure
GOAL 43: TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE AND EFFICIENT PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND
FACILITIES FOR THE IMMOKALEE URBAN AREA.
OBJECTIVE 43.1:
To provide a comprehensive system of parks and recreational facilities that supports diverse
active and passive recreational activities within the Immokalee area.
Policy 43.1.1: Community and Regional Park Master Plan
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within, or adjacent to, the most densely populated urban areas to ensure convenient access by
the majority of residents, and in coordination with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment
Agency, will identify locations for public plazas, preens, or urban parks.
Policy 43.1.3: Community Input
Collier County °a *s and - ReGFea}RDepartmeRt will solicit community input to ensure
provision of adequate facilities to address the demographics of the Immokalee Area.
Policy 43.1.4: Expansion of Parks and Trails
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lifestyles by creating new recreational facilities, such as ball fields, soccer fields, basketball
courts, tot lots, and jungle gyms, as appropriate to Immokalee's demographics and as feasible
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consider acquiring vacant residential
parcels in order to develop new neighborhood parks. These parcels may be small in size and
should be evenly distributed throughout the community. Acquisition may be through out -right
purchase, purchase of tax lien certificates, developer contribution, or through other funding
mechanisms as identified in the Immokalee Capital Improvement Plan.
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Policy 43.1.7: Park Amenities
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evaluate park amenities and identify deficiencies, such as drinking fountains, shelters, lighting,
sanitary facilities, and emergency phones for the convenience and security of park users. The
needed improvements will be included within the Immokalee Component of the 2010
Community and Regional Park Master Plan.
OBJECTIVE 43.2:
To provide a network of roads, sidewalks, and bike paths to support growth, to provide for the
safe and convenient movement of pedestrians, motorized, and non - motorized vehicles, reduce
greenhouse gas emissions and minimize energy consumption.
Policy 43.2.1: Traffic Circulation Map
The Traffic Circulation Map in the Transportation Element will araphically depict Immokalee's
existing and future major roadway network and identify specific roadway improvements needed
to implement the Immokalee Area Master Plan's Future Land Use Map and will be updated as
Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) and EAR -based Amendments to the Growth
Management Plan. These improvements will be prioritized by Collier County, in j( Forma
the Collier County Metropolitan Plannin
Organization, and placed into the Collier County Schedule of Capital Improvements after fllrtit
transportation analysis is completed and funding is idntifiedF.s
Policy .2.2: Bicycle and Pedestrian Pathways Plan
he Collier County 5 -Yew Form:
Pathways Plan, prepared by the Collier County Metropolitan Planning Orqaniz
assistance of the Pathways Advisory Committee, will give priority to linking exis 'S
al neighborhoods with commercial, employment, public service area
parks and recreation sites . As priority improvements are identified, ink
Wdowners and residents will be sought. The Collier County 5 -Year Pathways Plan
existing and future pathways for the Immokalee community.
Policy 43.2.3: Long Range Transportation Improvements
Collier County will explore the possibility of acceleratina the
implementation of the Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization's Long Range
Transportation Plan, subject to available funding, as a precursor to initiating new investment in
the Immokalee area. In particular, the County will support and encourage:
the Florida Department of Transportation in the widening of SR 82 to four lanes between
1 -75 and SR 29 as a first step in improving transportation access to Immokalee;
• the building of the SR 29A--T5 Bypass Route to create direct access to SR 82 and SR 29 Forma
from the Immokalee Regional Airport and Florida Tradeport;
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• the Florida Department of Transportation to improve road conditions along State -owned
roads: and
• the creation of new collector roads, including the Little League Road extension near
Lake Trafford to handle increased future population growth and traffic in that area.
Policv 43.2.4: Florida Tradeport Parkwa
Collier County prepare a Preliminary Design and Environmental I Formz
(PD &E) Study of the future Florida Tradeport Parkway in coordination with landowners, which
will provide access to the airport from the planned SR 29A-74 Bypass Route, subject to Formz
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Policy 43.2.67: Public Transit Routes
Collier County will consider expansion of public transit routes td (Formz
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public facilities, and interconnect to adjacent
Policy 43.2.78: Enhanced Transit Services
Collier County will encourage the provision of a wide array of transit
services, such as bike - and -ride and medical transport, subject to Policy 1.1.1.
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OBJECTIVE 43.3:
To improve stormwater management and surface drainage in Immokalee.
Policy 43.3.1: Immokalee Stormwater Master Plan
Within two (2) years of the adepfiwr - effective date of this i Forme
Policy 43.3.2: Streetside Drainage
For areas not specifically identified in the Immokalee Stormwater Master Plan, subject to Policy
1.1.1, Collier County 'TraRsporta )R D6l,';,QR __will coordinate necessary improvements to
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county- maintained drainage channels, pipework, and conveyance load for streetside stormwater
management systems with street upgrades or reconstruction.
OBJECTIVE 34.4:
To provide an efficient and economical solid waste management system that ensures public
health and safety, and protects the environmental resources of the area.
Policy Al: Guiding Principles
Solid waste operations in Immokalee will adhere to the Enduring Guiding Principles approved by
the Collier County Board of County Commissioners at the Integrated Solid Waste Management
Strategy Workshop on December 5, 2006.
Policy .4.2: "Clean Immokalee" Plan
Collier County (Code Enforcement),
velop d "Clean Immokalee" Plan to improve the physical
appearance of the streets and lots through education, enforcement, and clean -up activities by
20110. This program will solicit input and participation from community organizations and
hborhood associations.
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GOAL TO PROTECT IMPORTANT NATURAL RESOURCES THROUGH THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF IMMOKALEE- SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS AND POLICIES.
OBJECTIVE b +4.1:
To ziuuiess ^d the protection of natural resource in Immokalee including, Lake Trafford
alid connected wetlanu systcrlls anu u- si.. UUlnu upland habitat -' _g h_
"entives and innovative techniques -not otherwise addressed in the Conservation and Coastal
Management Element.
Policy 54-.1.1: Incentives and Innovative Land Development Regulations
Rfineld dev r.,.� n LFie Immr)Lalee 1 lrhan Area away from
features SUGh as wetlandS, Rative vegetatieR, and areas with high ha-itat value. This may be
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Collier Countv will promote the preservation of native vegetation in the Immokalee Urban Area-
exceeding the minimum required amounts set forth in CCME Policy 6.1.1,,b� utilizing incentives and
innovative land development regulations, including but not limited to: cluster development,
transferable development rights, density bonuses, and flexible development standards to incentivize
infill development and redevelopment within -MU and I -MU
designated lands.,
Within two (2) years of the effective date of this Policy, subject to Policy 1.1.1, the County will; xplore
the feasibility of adopting a TDR program in the Immokalee Urban Area to further this Objective and
Policy 1.1.3 Should it be determined through this feasibility analysis that a TDR program desirable, the
LAMP shall then be amended within 2 years to provide for such a program, again subject to Policy 1.1.1
Within two years of the effective date of this Policy the LDC�(Ordinance 04 -41, as amended) hall be
amended to provide for other incentives and innovative land development regulations, including but
not limited to cluster development and flexible development standards, that do not require an
amendment to the TAMP.
Policy 5x.1.2: Lake Trafford Development
Recognizing the importance of Lake Trafford, and the surrounding± \A /Ptlanrls and natural habitat
to the ecosys .d ecotourism activities in Immokalee, proposed
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development adjacent to Lake Trafford will conform to best management practices regardin
water aualitv in order to avoid or minimize adverse impacts to the lake and its surroundin
wetlands or natural habitat. Within two (2) years of the effective date of this Policy,
subject to Policy i.1.1, the County in conjunction with the- -4+���
RedeVeleQMeRt any applica; - -L-ie or federal agenr= will amend the = --d
-Ce& ! DC (Ordinance 04 -41, as amended) to establish specific best
management practices nd will = identify the specific locations wI;_ _ ,h best mana�,
practices shall be rc ; A.
Policy ';,.1.3: Lake Trafford Remediation
Collier County will, subject tc -. y 1.1.1 continue to cooperate with agencies on remediation
pOgyration, an-! !onq term managerlp^' efforts at Lake Trafford (e.g., organic sediment and
invasive plant removal) to improve the health and recreational potential of the Lake.
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During the next Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) cycle, and at least during each subsequent LAR Forma
cycle, Collier County shall identify and map lands within the Immokalee Urban Area owned by a public Forma
entity, where such lands were acquired primarily for the for the purposes of conservation, inclusive of Forma
public access and passive recreation and other uses provide for in the Collier County Future Land Use
Conservation Designation. Such lands shall be designated Conservation ands shall be subject to the
provisions of he Conservation Designation. Forma
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GOAL 65: TO ALLOW AND ENCOURAGE A MIXTURE OF LAND USES THAT IS
APPROPRIATE FOR IMMOKALEE.
OBJECTIVE 65.1:
The Immokalee Area Master Plan and its Future Land Use Map will apply to all Development
Orders within the Immokalee Urban Area. The Future Land Use Map is designed to coordinate
land use with the natural environment; maintain and develop cohesive neighborhood units;
promote a sound economy; and encourage desirable growth and energy efficient development
patterns. Standards and allowed uses for each District and Subdistrict are identified in the Land
Use Designation Description Section.
Policy 65.1.1: Future Land Use Designation
The Immokalee Area Master Plan's URBAN Future Land Use Designation includes the following
Future Land Use Districts, Subdistricts, Overlays and Features:
A. URBAN — MIXED USE DISTRICT
1. Low Residential Subdistrict
2. Medium Residential Subdistrict
3. High Residential Subdistrict
4. Commercial — Mixed Use Subdistrict
5. Recreational/Tourist Subdistrict
B. URBAN — INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
1. Industrial Subdistrict
2. Industrial — Mixed Use Subdistrict
3. Industrial — Immokalee Regional Airport Subdistrict
C. OVERLAYS AND FEATURES
1. Wetlands Connected To Lake Trafford /Camp Keais Strand System
2. Seminole Reservation
3. Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area
Policy 65.1.2: Compatibility between Land Uses
Compatibility between lower and higher intensity uses will be achieved through land
development regulations specifically applicable to the Immokalee Urban Area.
Policy 65.1.3: Right to Farm
Lawfully existinq agricultural activities may continue within the Urban Desiqnated Area as
Provided by the State of Florida Right to Farm Act, 493:823.14, F.S.
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Policy 65.1.4: Farmworker Housing
Collier County recognizes the need for farm labor to support the County's agricultural industry.
Collier County will encourage the provision of housing for seasonal, temporary or migrant
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Policy 65.1.5: Compact Mixed -Use Development
Collier County will encourage compact mixed -use Forme
novative planning technique to
create walkable communities, reduce vehicle miles traveled, and increase energy efficiency.
Policy 65.1.86: Mobile Homes within the Immokalee Urban Area
No new mobile homes shall be permitted in the Immokalee Urban Area except as a temporar
residence as identified .9 or within an existing mobile home park as �orme
identified in Policy 5.1.10 or as part of a new mobile home park approved in the Low Residential
(LR) or Medium Residential (MR) Subdistricts. Existing mobile homes will continue to be
governed by nonconforming regulations of the Land Development Code.
Policy 65.1.79: Mobile Homes as Temporary Residence
A mobile home may be used as a temporary residence on properties zoned A- Aariculture while
a permanent single - family dwellinq is being constructed for a period up to three years. Specific
procedures and criteria for this temporary use shall be developed as part of the LDC
amendments required to be prepared pursuant to IAMP Policy 7.1.1.
Policy 65.1.84 -9: Existing Mobile Home Parks
Existing mobile home parks that have an approved Site Development Plan (SDP) or Site
Improvement Plan (SIP) as of the a4e- effective date of this Policy are allowed in all
subdistricts that allow residential development. Within two (2) years of the effective date
a4GP4GeR of this Policy, the County will amend Land DevelejD en+Gede —LDC Section
2.03.07.G.6, Nonconforming Mobile Home Park Overlav Subdistrict to extend the compliance
deadlines for mobile home parks that do not have an approved SDP or SIP and which are
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located within subdistricts that allow residential development, for an additional two (2) year
period.
Policy 65.1.944: Immokalee Regional Airport
Upon the completion of the Immokalee Airport Master Plan and approval of the Immokalee
Regional Airport PUD, or due to significant change in use on the airport property, either during
or before the next Collier County Evaluation and Appraisal Report process, the County shall
evaluate the future land use designations within one (1) mile of the boundary of the Immokalee
Regional Airport, and shall initiate, in conjunction with input from the land owners, modifications
to the IAMP to address land use compatibility issues, and other impacts that may be attributed
to changing conditions at the Immokalee Regional Airport.
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GOAL 76: TO ESTABLISH DEVELOPMENT DESIGN STANDARDS THAT ARE
APPROPRIATE FOR IMMOKALEE.
OBJECTIVE 76.1:
Collier County shall develop Immokalee- specific land development regulations that reflect the
unique character and cultural diversity of the residents, encourage pedestrian - friendly urban
form, and promote energy efficiency.
Policy 76.1.1: Development of Land Development Code Standards
Within two (2) years of adopting this Policy, Collier County, in coordination with and funding
from the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency, will develop
LDC standards specific to Immokalee to address the unique needs of the Immokalee Urban
Area. These standards w4l-include those related to land use, intensity, signaqe, landscape and
buffering, native preservation retention, parking, architectural design, development standards,
floor area ratio for certain nonresidential uses, parking, and &har-ed- access.
Policy 76.1.2: Location of Service Uses
Collier County will encourage Rew ssfieels parks, and other community facilities to be placed
within one -half mile of residential and mixed -use centers in order to encourage walking,
bicycling and non - vehicular access to and from these service uses. Collier County shall require
interconnection of pedestrian facilities to the existing pedestrian network.
ctrl Gtien gent limitecl availahlllty of right of way, anal inahilit,i t
ate drainage fagilltieS shall net be gensidered limiting faster that wei,ld ereG'Hde the
legal Imedestrean netwe*j evgent as seegifigally allewed by the f O int-,
Policy 76.1.3: Innovative Design
Within two (2) years of the effective date ade� of this policy, Collier County and the
Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency will develop incentives and /or regulations to
promote: enhanced pedestrian access; pedestrian - friendly design; compact mixed -use
development and redevelopment; shared infrastructure; enhanced public spaces and signaqe;
and use of public transit.
Policy 76.1.4: Downtown Pedestrian Amenities
Within two (2) years of the adegtieff- effective date of this policy, Collier County, in coordination
with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency, will evaluate the need for additional
passive recreation and outdoor dining and entertainment opportunities along downtown streets,
and, if warranted, adopt amendments and incentives to the Collier County' and De„ele3g e
Bode -LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as amended) to encourage the development of these amenities
provided the free and safe movement of pedestrians is maintained.
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Policy 66.1.5: Central Business District
Within two (2) years of the effective -adep#ieR date of this policy, Collier
County will amend the Land Deyelef)MeRt Ged LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as amended) to include
a Central Business District overlay subdistrict in Immokalee. The Overlay will be depicted in the
LDC and will encourage high - intensity, multi - story, and pedestrian- oriented commercial and
mixed -use development, consistent with the Public Realm Plan.
Policv 76.1.7: Native Veaetation Preservation Reauirements
Within two (2) years of the effective date adeptkeg of this Polic Collier
County shall amend the Land Develepment- Sede -LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as amended) to
provide for a deviation process from the current native vegetation retention standards set forth
in CCME Policy 6.1.1 for developments within the Immokalee Urban Area. This deviation
process shall be consistent with provisions set forth in CCME Policy 6.1.11.9).
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Interlocal and Inter - governmental Coordination
GOAL 87: TO COORDINATE AND PROVIDE FOR THE CONTINUAL EXCHANGE OF
INFORMATION WITH OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES, UTILITY
PROVIDERS, NON - PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND
THE SEMINOLE TRIBAL COUNCIL THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE
IMMOKALEE AREA MASTER PLAN.
OBJECTIVE 87.1:
Pursue effective interlocal and inter - governmental coordination in order to provide a range of
human services to Immokalee residents.
Policv - 87.1.1: Reaional Economic Development Initiatives
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the Florida Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative and the State of Florida to assist
the Immokalee area in attracting businesses, marketing, and developing infrastructure.
Policy 87.1.2: Redevelopment Implementation Partners
Collier County, in coordination with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency,
Enterprise Zone Development Agency, Economic Development Council of Collier County, and
the Immokalee Chamber of Commerce, will actively coordinate efforts to implement the
Immokalee Area Master Plan, the Community Redevelopment Area Plan, and the Enterprise
Zone.
Policy 87.1.3: Immokalee Government Services Center
Within two (2) years of the effective date adog#oa of this Policy, subject to Policy 1.1.1, Collier
County will consider the establishment of an Immokalee -based government service center that
would allow co- location of the various county entities and departments to ensure effective
collaboration. This office may include but is not limited to the following services:
a. Animal control
b. Child support enforcement
C. Code enforcement
d. Court
e. Domestic violence services
f. Emergency management services
Emeraencv medical services
h. Permitting, planning, and economic development needs
i. Public health services
I. Housing and Human Services
k. Board of County Commissioners Office
I. Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agencv
m. Branch Office of the Collier County Tax Collector
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LAND USE DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION SECTION
The Immokalee Area Master Plan Future Land Use Designations include the following Districts
and Subdistricts. The following describes land use designations shown on the Immokalee
Master Plan Future Land Use Map. These designations generally indicate the types of land
uses for which zoning may be requested. _ _ - - - Forma
A. URBAN - MIXED USE DISTRICT
The purpose of this District is to allow for a mixture of residential and nonresidential land uses
within individual buildings and /or — projects in areas deemed
appropriate and identified on the FLUM. Nonresidential uses allowed in the Residential
Subdistricts include, but are not limited to: agriculture, home -based businesses, recreation and
open space, churches, libraries, cemeteries, public and private schools, day -care centers, and
essential services, as defined in the Land Development Code, except as may be limited within a
specific subdistrict. New Commercial development will be allowed
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1. Low Residential Subdistrict (LR)
The purpose of this subdistrict is to provide for low - density residential development and
supporting ancillary uses. Residential dwellings will be limited to single - family detached
structures and duplexes: and multi - family dwellings and single - family attached dwellings
provided then are within a Planned Unit Development. Mobile homes are allowed
pursuant to the provisions of Policies 6.1.4, 66.1.8, 66.1.9, and 56. 1.10 of this TAMP.
Base Density: Less than or equal to four (4) dwelling units per gross acre
2. Medium Residential Subdistrict (MR)
The purpose of this subdistrict is to provide for a mixture of housing types, including
single - family, duplex, and multi - family structures, and supporting ancillary uses. Mobile
homes are allowed pursuant to the provisions of Policies 6.1.4, 56.1.8, 66.1.9, and
66.1.10 of this [AMP.
Base De.asity: Less t
Maximum Density: I�'ui f dwelling Lm
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3. High Residential Subdistrict (HR):
The purpose of this subdistrict is to provide for all types of housing and supporting
ancillary uses. Mobile homes are allowed pursuant to the provisions of Policies 6.1.4,
66.1.8, 66.1.9, and 66.1.10 of this TAMP.
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4. Commercial - Mixed Use Subdistrict (C -MU):
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide for pedestrian - scaled, higher density
residential and mixed -use development, providing for employment and recreational
opportunities, cultural and civic activities, and public places to serve residents of, and
visitors _to, the Immokalee Urban Area. All types of residential uses are allowed within
this Subdistrict. Mobile homes are allowed as provided by Policy 6.1.4, 56.1.9 and
66.1.10. Nonresidential uses allowed within this Subdistrict include those uses allowed
in the C -1 through C -4 zoning districts in the Collier County Land Development Code,
Ord. No. 04 -41, as amended, SU^Qh aS sheE)POR9 GeRteFS— GAGes, traRs+ee+ i s
Base. Density: Less than or equal to sixteen (16) units per gross acre
Maximum Density: Twenty (20) dwelling units per gross acre, inclusive of all density
bonuses. Densities above the base density can only be achieved through available
density bonuses.
Transient lodging is permitted at a maximum density of thirty -two (32) units per acre.
5. Recreational /Tourist Subdistrict (RT)
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide for recreational and tourist activities related
to the natural environment. Uses allowed in this Subdistrict include, but are not limited
to: passive parks; nature preserves; wildlife sanctuaries; open space; parks; museums;
cultural facilities: marinas; transient lodging facilities (including hotel /motel, rental cabins,
bed and breakfast establishments, campsites); restaurants; recreational vehicle parks;
sporting and recreational camps; low- intensity retail directly associated with the purpose
of this Subdistrict; single- family dwellings; agriculture; and essential services as defined
in the Land Development Code. Mobile homes are allowed pursuant to the provisions of
Policies 5.1.8, 5.1.9, and 5.1.10 of this TAMP. Within two (2) years of the effective date
ad-a t of this aAM- P– Master Plan, areas adjacent to the Wetlands Connected To Lake
Trafford /Camp Keais Strand System will be analyzed for suitability for ecotourist
activities and possible expansion of the RT Subdistrict.
Maximum Density: Four (4) units per gross acre, inclusive of all density bonuses.
Transient lodging is permitted at a maximum density of twenty -six (26) units per acre.
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Rezonings are encouraged to be in the form of a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The
minimum acreage requirement for a PUD within this Subdistrict will be two (2)
contiguous acres.
Density Rating System
The Density Rating System is applicable to areas designated Urban - Mixed Use District, as
identified on the Immokalee Future Land Use Map. Except as provided below, the final
determination of permitted density via implementation of this Density Rating System is made by
the Board of County Commissioners through an advertised public hearing process (rezone).
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1. THE DENSITY RATING SYSTEM IS APPLIED IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER:
a. Within the applicable Urban designated areas, the base density of the subdistrict is
allowed, though not an entitlement. The base level of density may be adjusted
depending upon the location and characteristics of the project. For purposes of
calculating the eligible number of dwelling units for the project, the total number of
dwelling units may be rounded up by one unit if the dwelling unit total yields a fraction of
a unit 0.5 or greater. Acreage used for the calculation of density is exclusive of
commercial portions of the project, except within the Commercial Mixed -Use Subdistrict,
wherein residential project densities will be calculated on total gross acreage, and
portions of a proiect for land uses having an established equivalent residential density in
the Collier County Land Development Code.
b. This Density Rating System only applies to residential dwelling units. This Densitv
Rating System is not applicable to accessory dwelling or accessory structures that are
not intended and /or not designed for permanent occupancy. , and 06 Ret app"Gable to
SLIGh y dwel"RCjs and stF i A Fes 6RGI de guest he uses, quest i Tito and th
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c. All new residential zoning located within the Urban Mixed Use District shall be
consistent with the Density Rating System, except as provided in Policy 5.1 of the Future
Land Use Element.
d. Within the applicable areas of the Urban Mixed Use District, all properties zoned A
Rural Agricultural, and /or E, Estates, and /or RSF -1, 2, 3, Residential Single Family, for
which an affordable workforce housing project is proposed and approved, in accordance
with Section 2.06.00 of the Laod Development Gede —LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as
amended, adopted June 22, 2004 and effective October 18, 2004), shall be permitted
the base density of four (4) dwelling units per gross acre by right; that is, a rezone public
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hearing shall not be required. Such a project must comprise a minimum of ten acres.
Density achieved by right shall not be combined with density achieved through the
rezone public hearing process.
2. DENSITY BONUSES
In order to encourage infill development, the creation of affordable- workforce housing, and
Preferred roadway access, certain density bonuses are available. If these bonuses are utilized,
base densities may be exceeded. In the Low Residential Subdistrict, the base density of four
(4) units per acre may only be exceeded if utilizing an affordable- workforce housing bonus. In
no case shall the resulting density exceed the maximum density specified in each subdistrict,
unless utilizing Transfer of Development Rights (TDR), Section 2.03.07 of the Collier County
LDC, Ordinance 04 -41, as amended.
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a. Proximity to Commercial- Mixed Use
If 50% or more of a proiect is within the Commercial - Mixed Use Subdistrict, then
the base density allowed within the Commercial - Mixed Use Subdistrict of sixteen
(16) dwelling units per acre applies to the entire Forma
Appropriate bufferina to adiacent lower intensitv uses must be
addressed.
b. Affordable - Workforce Housing Bonus, by Public Hearing
To encourage the provision of affordable- workforce housing within certain
Subdistricts in the Urban Designated Area, a maximum of up to eight (8) dwelling
units per gross acre may be added to the base density if the project meets the
definition and requirements of the Affordable - Workforce Housing Density Bonus
Ordinance (Section 2.06.00 of the Land Development Code, Ordinance 04 -41, as
amended, adopted June 22, 2004, and effective October 18, 2004). This bonus
may be applied to an entire project or portions of a project provided that the project
is located within the Commercial - Mixed Use (C -MU) Subdistrict or any residential
subdistrict.
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To encourage residential infill, three (3) residential dwelling units per gross acre
may be added if the following criteria are met: The project is twenty (20) acres or
less in size; at the time of development, the project will be served by central public
water and sewer; at least one abutting property is developed; the project is
compatible with surrounding land uses; the property in question has no common
site development plan with adjacent property; there is no common ownership with
any adjacent parcels; and the parcel in question was not created to take advantage
of the residential infill density bonus and was created prior to the adoption of this
provision in the Growth Manaaement Plan on January 10, 1989. This bonus cannot
be used to exceed the base density in the Low Residential (LR) SubdistricM LFOWme
e. Roadway Access
If the project has direct access to two (2) or more arterial or collector roads or if
there is_Aroiect commitment for provision of interconnection of roads accessible to
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acre may be added above the base density of the district. This bonus cannot be
used to exceed the base density in the Low Residential (LR) Subdistrict.
3. Density and Intensity Blending
This provision is intended to encourage unified plans of development and to preserve the high
quality wetlands, wildlife habitat, and other natural features that exist within certain portions of
the Immokalee Urban Area.
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or that are within the Wetlands Connected To Lake Trafford /Camp Keais Strand
System Overlay - ��KSSO), � _ r °r' �t ;e ' aT°° "� h m� -
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the Immokalee Urban Area to lands within the RLSA that are Y +f A
designated as a Stewardship Receiving
Area (SRA) in the RLSA. This Density and Intensity Blending provision is further
subject to the following conditions and limitations:
++ It must be demonstrated the lands designated Urban Area have a high
natural resource value, at least equivalent to lands designated as Flowway
Stewardship Areas (FSA), Habitat Stewardship Areas (HSA) or Water
Retention Areas (WRA) in the RLSA_ or that the property owner will restore
such lands to a high natural resource value, at least equivalent to lands
designated as Flowway Stewardship Areas (FSA), Habitat Stewardship__Areas
LHSA) or Water Retention Areas (WRA) in the RLS/ . The applicant must
demonstrate that the lands designated Urban have or, after restoration,
will have the same characteristics as those designated FSA, HSA or WRA,
and use the appropriate designation in the Stewardship Credit Worksheet in
the RLSA to demonstrate that the lands have a Natural Resource Index (NRI)
score of 1.2 or greater;
iii. Density and intensity may only be shifted from lands within the Immokalee
Urban Area containing this high natural resource value (as measured above)
to the lands within a Ge4t4uG4s- designatE _ Stewardship Receiving rea.
,Area- pFE)vided 6UGh lands war., URder wRified seRtFOI as of 009ber 22, 2802.
For every acre protected within the Immokalee Urban Area, one acre of SRA
is allowed. The acres of SRA allowed by this provision do not require
stewardship credits; and
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iv. Lands within the Urban Area, from which the density or intensity has been
shifted, will be placed in a conservation easement in perpetuity.
b. For properties containing two or more Future Land Use Subdistricts, Future Land
Use boundaries may be reconfigured provided that the following is demonstrated:
i. The shift furthers the protection, enhancement or restoration of wetlands or
other natural features,
ii. The shift does not result in a change in the acreage of each land use
subdistrict within the subject property,
iii. The shift tfurthers the objectives of the Forma
Immokalee Master Plan and is compatible with surrounding properties and
environment,
iv. The revised subdistrict boundaries are approved as part of a Planned Unit
Development rezoning by the Board of County Commissioners,
V. The shift mitigates for any negative impacts on adjacent properties through
appropriate measures, such as buffering, separation, or other land design
techniques, adequate to lessen these effects.
B. URBAN — INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
The purpose of this District is to function as a major employment center and is intended to
accommodate industrial, distribution, trade, and manufacturing uses, essential services, as
well as office and commercial uses as limited within each Subdistrict.
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1. Industrial Subdistrict (IN)
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide for industrial, distribution, trade and
manufacturing uses. Allowed uses include a variety of industrial, limited commercial, and
associated uses, including: uses ancillary to the airport: vehicle racing and its ancillary
uses, subject to conditional use approval; manufacturing: processing; storage and
warehousing; wholesaling; distribution; packing houses; recycling; high technology
industries; laboratories; assembly; storage: computer and data processing; and business
services intended to serve the needs of employees and visitors, such as daycare
centers, restaurants, and convenience stores. Accessory uses and structures
customarily associated with these principal uses include ancillary offices and retail sales,
campgrounds accessory to vehicle racing and special events at the airport.
2. Industrial – Mixed Use Subdistrict (I -MU)
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide a transition area from the Industrial
Subdistrict to adjacent commercial and residential land uses. The State Farmers Market
and related facilities are located in this Subdistrict. This Subdistrict allows for: higher
intensity commercial uses as described in the ' and DeyelepmeRt �LDC (Ordinance
04 -41, as amended) for Commercial (C -4 and C -5) and Business Park Districts. This
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Subdistrict also allows for light manufacturing, processing, and packaging in fully
enclosed buildings; research, design and product development; printing, lithography and
publishing; and similar light industrial uses; agricultural- related uses, such as packing
houses; warehousing; and targeted industries. Targeted industries include distribution;
medical laboratories, research, and rehabilitative centers; high technology; and
computer software, services, and processing.
3. Industrial — Immokalee Regional Airport Subdistrict
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to allow the Collier County Airport Authority (CCAA)
and leaseholders to develop the Immokalee Regional Airport and surrounding lands for
the economic health and development of the greater Immokalee area and Collier County
as a whole. Because the CCAA needs to retain flexibility to provide various general
aviation and revenue - generating opportunities via land leases as the Airport prows and
changes over time, a broad range of uses shall be allowed in this Subdistrict. In addition
to all uses permitted in the Industrial Subdistrict, allowable uses
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CCAA needs and vision and consistent with the adopted Airport Master Plan.
C. OVERLAYS AND FEATURES
1. Wetlands Connected To Lake Trafford /Camp Keais Strand System Overlay,
The Conservation and Coastal Management Element of the GMP, Policy 6.2.4(4), identifies
possible high quality wetland systems connected to the Lake Trafford /Camp Keais Strand
system within the Immokalee Urban Area. These wetlands require greater protection
measures than wetlands located in other portions of the Urban Designated Area, and
therefore the wetland protection standards set forth in Policy 6.2.5 of the CCME apply to this
area. These wetlands are identified on the Immokalee Future Land Use Map as v the
- Wetlands GORRe ^ted T^ -Lake Trafford /Camp Keais Strand System Overlay (LT /.CKSSO)
designation. The Density and Intensity Blending provisions of this Master Plan may be
utilized for lands within this ,. ith'R th , Qye a- yLT /CKSSO, The maximum allowable gross
density for lands within the LT /CKSSO is four (4) dwelling units per gross acre, as set forth
in the Low Residential Subdistrict. Lands within the LT /CKSSO. are not eligible for any
density bonuses.
Overlay that are developed as °f the adOptieR of this mast er nlari The additional
wetland protection measures do not apply to properties within the LT /CKSSO F
mid dent OleoeO ow, that have been of
this Master Plan, but do apply to all new development and redevelopment pursuant to the
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applicable nonconforming provisions set forth in the LDC (Ordinance 04 -41, as
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If development on the Seminole Reservation severs the connectivity of the wetland system Forma
for properties within the 94,&F a LT /CKSSO, east of the Reservation, the additional wetland Forma
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2. Seminole Reservation (SR) Feature
The Seminole Reservation within Immokalee comprises approximately 600 acres of larqel
undeveloped land owned by the Seminole Tribal Council and located on the east side of
First Street, South of (SR 29). The Seminole Reservation is not controlled or requlated by
the Collier County Growth Management Plan or Land DevelopmeRt Cede LDC (Ordinance
04 -41. as amended) and is identified on the Future Land Use Map for illustrative purposes
only.
3. Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area Feature
In order for local governments to designate a geographic area within its jurisdiction as an
Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area pursuant to Section 163.2517 (4), Florida Statutes, it
must amend its comprehensive land use plan to delineate the boundaries within the Future
Land Use Element. The Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area is consistent with criteria
outlined in Section 163.2514(2) (a) -(e), Florida Statutes. The intent of this delineation is to
comprehensively address the urban problems within the area consistent with the goals of
this plan. The Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area was adopted by Ordinance 2000 -66 and
the Urban Infill and Redevelopment Plan was adopted by Ordinance 2000 -71.
This designation is informational and has no regulatory effect.
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