What is being proposed for the Highway 77 parcel?

Changing the parcel's future land use designation from Residential Low to General Commercial to allow commercial development.

When and where are the public meetings?

Neighborhood meeting: May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Planning Commission: June 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Board hearing: June 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., all at 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL.

Who can I contact for more information?

Call the Planning Department at (850) 415-5093 for details about the application and meetings.

Public Hearing — 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL

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Washington County notifies the public of a proposed Future Land Use Map amendment to change a ~5.96-acre parcel on Highway 77 from Residential Low to General Commercial; public meetings and hearings are scheduled in May and June 2026 to consider the application.

Key Takeaways

Proposal: change land use from Residential Low to General Commercial
Parcel: ~5.96 acres on Highway 77 (Parcel ID 00-3119-0001)
Neighborhood meeting: May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CDT
Planning Commission hearing: June 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CDT
Board hearing: June 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CDT (date subject to change)

Published: May 13, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Chipley
Address: 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL · 2 filings

Research context

2 filings at this address 37 public hearing notices in Chipley (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the Neighborhood Information Meeting
Go to the County Commission Board Room, 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL on May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CDT to hear details and ask questions.
2
Review application records
Visit the Washington County Planning Department at 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley to inspect plans and supporting documents before hearings.
3
Participate in public hearings
Provide comments at the Planning Commission hearing on June 1, 2026 (5:00 p.m.) or the Board hearing on June 18, 2026 (9:00 a.m.) at the County Commission Board Room.
4
Contact Planning Department
Call (850) 415-5093 for questions, to request materials, or to confirm meeting dates and times.

Frequently asked questions

What is being proposed for the Highway 77 parcel?: Changing the parcel's future land use designation from Residential Low to General Commercial to allow commercial development.
When and where are the public meetings?: Neighborhood meeting: May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Planning Commission: June 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Board hearing: June 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., all at 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL.
How can I review application records?: Records are available at the Washington County Planning Department, 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428.
Who can I contact for more information?: Call the Planning Department at (850) 415-5093 for details about the application and meetings.

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Legal terms in this notice

Future Land Use Map Amendment: A formal change to the county's map that designates how land may be used in the future.
Residential Low: A land-use category typically allowing low-density housing development.
General Commercial: A land-use category permitting a range of commercial uses and businesses.
Neighborhood Information Meeting: An informal meeting to present the proposal and gather community input before formal hearings.

Full Notice Text

PUBLIC NOTICE FOR FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT


Pursuant to Section 10.02.08 of the Washington County Land Development Code (LDC), notice is provided regarding a Future Land Use Map Change. The Future Land Use Map Amendment changes the current Future Land Use Map Category from Residential Low to General Commercial.


Applicant: Rebecca Hernandez
Location: Highway 77, Chipley, FL 32428
Parcel Identification Number(s): 00-3119-0001 (+/- 5.96 acres)


The Public Meeting and Public Hearings listed below are scheduled. In the event of cancellation, additional notification will be issued.


A Neighborhood Information Meeting will be held on May 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT in the County Commission Board Room at 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428.


The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on June 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT in the County Commission Board Room at 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428.


The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CDT in the County Commission Board Room located at 1331 South Blvd. Chipley, FL 32428 (This meeting date is subject to change.)


Records for this application may be reviewed at the Washington County Planning Department, 1331 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428.


For additional information, contact the Planning Department at (850) 415-5093.

May 6, 13, 2026
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