SUBJECT
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Public Hearing (LDCT-2026-8 ATMs & Vending Machines) (First Reading) to consider the adoption of an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to add standards and definitions for stand-alone vending machines and automated teller machines. (No Fiscal Impact)
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DESCRIPTION
This is a County-initiated LDC Text Amendment request to Chapter 2, Section 214, to add standards for stand-alone vending machines and automated teller machines; and Chapter 10, Definitions, to add definitions. State law requires one Planning Commission hearing, which was held on May 6, 2026, with a recommendation for approval by a 5:0 vote.
Section 163.3202, Florida Statutes (F.S.) requires the Board to adopt Land Development Code (LDC) regulations consistent with the implementation of the Polk County Comprehensive Plan. Amendments to the LDC require two public hearings before the Board to be adopted. This is the first of the two hearings.
RECOMMENDATION
After the second reading on June 16, 2026:
Approve
FISCAL IMPACT
No Fiscal Impact
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ian Nance, Principal Planner
Land Development Division
(863) 534-7621
ivannance@polkfl.gov