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Who helped write SB 686? Inside the law reshaping development in St. Johns County
Read full article: Who helped write SB 686? Inside the law reshaping development in St. Johns CountyAn embattled St. Johns County Commission is still dealing with the effects of SB 686. The law, which took effect July 1, gives developers a new path to seek approval for development on agricultural land that is already surrounded by existing development. Some commissioners say they were caught off guard by the law and its potential impact on the county.
St. Johns County chair discusses 4,462-acre project denial, developer plans to appeal the ruling
Read full article: St. Johns County chair discusses 4,462-acre project denial, developer plans to appeal the rulingSt. Johns County Commission Chair Clay Murphy said Tuesday the county will challenge SB 686, known as the agricultural enclave law, after commissioners denied a proposed 4,462-acre project near Nocatee.
‘How were we not notified?’: St. Johns County loses lobbyist amid agricultural land law fallout
Read full article: ‘How were we not notified?’: St. Johns County loses lobbyist amid agricultural land law falloutA state law making it easier for developers to build on agricultural land has raised serious questions in St. Johns County — now, the county’s lobbying firm is walking away.
St. Johns County takes first step toward challenging Florida’s agricultural enclave law in court
Read full article: St. Johns County takes first step toward challenging Florida’s agricultural enclave law in courtSt. Johns County commissioners voted Tuesday to have the County Attorney’s Office explore whether the county has legal grounds to challenge Florida’s agricultural enclave law, Senate Bill 686.