What is the purpose of the public hearing?

The hearing is to discuss a special exception for an auto-body paint shop.

When is the public hearing scheduled?

The public hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM.

Where will the public hearing take place?

It will be held at the Tourist Development Council Building in Lake City.

How can I get more information about the special exception?

Copies of the application are available at the County Planner's Office during business hours.

Public hearing for a special exception for an auto-body paint shop.

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Published: Apr 11, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Lake City
Address: 971 W Duval St, Lake City, Florida · 5 filings
Case #: SE260303

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What You Should Do Next

1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the hearing on April 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM to voice your opinion.
2
Contact for Special Accommodations
If you need assistance, contact Lisa K. B. Roberts at least 48 hours before the hearing.
3
Review Application Documents
Visit the County Planner's Office to inspect the special exception application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the public hearing?: The hearing is to discuss a special exception for an auto-body paint shop.
When is the public hearing scheduled?: The public hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM.
Where will the public hearing take place?: It will be held at the Tourist Development Council Building in Lake City.
How can I get more information about the special exception?: Copies of the application are available at the County Planner's Office during business hours.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CONCERNING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION AS PROVIDED FOR IN THE COLUMBIA COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS.
BY THE COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS.  NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the Columbia County Land Development Regulations, as amended, hereinafter referred to as the Land Development Regulations, as amended, objections, recommendations and comments concerning a Special Exception, as described below, will be heard by the Board of Adjustments of Columbia County, Florida, at a public hearing on April 23, 2026, at 5:30pm, or as soon thereafter as the matters can be heard, in the Tourist Development Council Building located at 971 W Duval St. Suite 145, Lake City, Florida. 
SE260303 - A petition by William A. Townsend, agent for William H. Townsend and Carolyn Brinkley, requesting a Special Exception to allow an auto-body paint shop on the lands as described below: parcel(s) #08-3S-16-02032-000 and 05-3S-16-01995-000
NE1/4 OF NE1/4 LYING N & W OF HUNTSVILLE CHURCH RD. ORB 929-1220 THRU 1230, (DC 1327-432; CAROLYN JUNE TOWNSEND), SE1/4 OF SE1/4 EX 11 AC IN SE COR.
The public hearing may be continued to one or more future dates. Any interested party shall be advised that the date, time and place of any continuation of the public hearing shall be announced during the public hearing and that no further notice concerning the matter will be published, unless said continuation exceeds six calendar weeks from the date of the above referenced public hearing. At the aforementioned public hearing, all interested parties may appear to be heard with respect to the Special Exception. Copies of the Special Exception application are available for public inspection at the Office of the County Planner, County Administrative Offices located at 135 Northeast Hernando Avenue, Lake City, Florida, during regular business hours. All persons are advised that if they decide to appeal any decision made at the above referenced public hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an interpreter to participate in the proceeding should contact Lisa K. B. Roberts, at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the date of the hearing. Ms. Roberts may be contacted by telephone at (386)758-1006 or by Telecommunication Device for Deaf at (386)758-2139.
For more information, contact Seth Lane at (386) 754-7119 

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