What is the purpose of the public hearing?

To consider proposed amendments to land development regulations in Highlands County.

When is the public hearing scheduled?

The public hearing is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

How can I provide my input?

You can attend the hearing or submit written testimony to Demitria Peterson.

Public hearing on amendments to land development regulations in Highlands County.

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Published: May 3, 2026 · 2 days ago
Category: Ordinance
City: Sebring
Address: 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida · 29 filings

Research context

29 filings at this address 3 ordinance notices in Sebring (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the hearing on May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Sebring.
2
Review Proposed Ordinance
Inspect the proposed ordinance at the Highlands County Engineering Department before the hearing.
3
Submit Written Testimony
Send your comments to Demitria Peterson at the Highlands County Government Center.
4
Request Accommodations
Contact Human Resources at least 48 hours in advance for any ADA accommodations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the public hearing?: To consider proposed amendments to land development regulations in Highlands County.
When is the public hearing scheduled?: The public hearing is scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Where will the public hearing take place?: It will be held at the County Commissioners Board Room, Highlands County Government Center.
How can I provide my input?: You can attend the hearing or submit written testimony to Demitria Peterson.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF ESTABLISHMENT OR CHANGE OF REGULATIONS 
AFFECTING PLAT RECORDATIONS
IN UNINCORPORATED 
HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA
 
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners, acting as the Local Governing Body, proposes to review, approve and adopt Ordinance 25-26-__, amending the Highlands County Land Development Regulations.
 
ORDINANCE NO. 25-26-__
 
     AN ORDINANCE OF THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 12, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 4, PLATS, SITE PLANS, AND IMPROVEMENT PLANS; PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS TO THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 12, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 4, PLATS, SITE PLANS, AND IMPROVEMENT PLANS, DIVISION 1, DEVELOPMENT ORDERS, SECTION 12.04.112, FINAL PLAT PROVIDING FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND SCRIVENERS ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
 
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a PUBLIC HEARING will be held before the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners on the 19th day of May 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, at the County Commissioners Board Room, Highlands County Government Center Building, 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida, to consider proposed amendments to Article 4, Plats, Site Plans, and Improvement Plans, Division 1, Development Orders, Section 12.04.112, Final Plat, of Chapter 12, Land Development Regulations, of the Code of Ordinances, Highlands County, Florida.
 
A copy of this notice is available for public inspection during regular business hours in the Office of the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners at the Highlands County Government Center, 590 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870. The proposed Ordinance may be inspected by the public at the Highlands County Engineering Department, 505 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. Inquiries or written testimony should be directed to Demitria Peterson, Development Assistant to the County Engineer, at this address or by phone at (863) 402-6687.
 
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND.
 
All interested persons may appear and be heard at the time and place specified above. Any person who might wish to appeal any decision made by this committee/group, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record will include the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based.
 
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis of any individuals disability status. This non-discriminatory policy involves every aspect of the Boards functions, including ones access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act or Section 286.26 Florida Statutes should contact Human Resources, ADA Coordinator at: 863-402-6509 (voice), or via Florida relay service 711, or by email: hrmanager@highlandsfl.gov. Requests for cart or interpreter services should be made as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours in advance to permit coordination of the service.
 
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA
Don Elwell, Chairperson
 
ATTEST:
 
Jerome Kaszubowski, Clerk
May 3, 9, 2026