Apopka Plans for Future Transportation Amidst Growth

Overview: The Apopka Planning Commission recently convened to address the issue of transportation planning in the face of the city’s continuous growth. At the forefront of discussions were the proposed updates to the transportation element, which had not seen revision since 2009, and the need for the city to adapt to increased traffic and congestion levels. With projections extending to 2050, the commission examined the current state of the transportation network, anticipated future challenges, and debated the implementation of multimodal transportation systems.

Apopka Commission Deliberates on Special Fence Exemption

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Apopka Planning Commission tackled a range of development issues, including a special exemption for outdoor storage on Coral Hill Road and major development plans for Madison Oaks and a warehouse office on South Orange Blossom Trail. The discussion about the special exemption was particularly focused, as it revolved around the potential for an 8-foot security fence, which required careful consideration of zoning regulations and security exemptions.