Planning & Zoning Department

The Planning & Zoning Department is responsible for managing and coordinating the planning, zoning and development functions of the City of Minneola.

The Planning & Zoning Department assists property owners in understanding the applications required to facilitate approval, while meeting the objectives, of their project. Utilizing proactive planning practices, based on adopted regulations and statutes, the department coordinates all land development activity in the city.  The department reviews applications for existing and new commercial and residential development projects, making recommendations for rezoning, conditional use, variance, site plan and subdivision applications.  These applications are reviewed for completeness and compliance with the Land Development Regulations (LDR) and Comprehensive Plan. The Planning & Zoning Department also prepares and presents detailed information packets to the Development Review Committee (DRC) and Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z). Additionally, the department addresses questions from the public and other government agencies about the City’s Land Development Regulations and procedures.

Important Notice

PAYMENT IS DUE at the time of the submission. Payment is cash or check only. Our department is unable to accept submittals via digital. Please do not email your project documents. Please do not send cash through the mail.

How do I apply for a zoning clearance?

You can apply for a Zoning Clearance by submitting an application and the required documents at the Zoning Department counter. The Zoning Department does not accept digital submittal's. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. Closed major holidays.

What projects need a Zoning Clearance?

• New buildings, structures, or additions to existing buildings or structures
• Patio covers, breezeways, porch covers, and similar structures
• Patio enclosures, Screen enclosures, Pool enclosures, Bird Cages
• Fences – vinyl, metal, aluminum, wood
• Retaining walls and landscaping walls
• Decks, docks, gazebos, pergolas, and similar improvements
• Exterior spas, hot tubs, or swimming pools
• Storage structures and sheds more 160 square feet in area
• Generators
• Artificial Turf and/or grass
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

To view Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Agendas and Minutes:

Planning & Zoning Commission Agendas

Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes