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Urban Design

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The Urban Design Department is responsible for the long- and short-range thinking that shapes the physical form of the city. Based on the City’s Comprehensive Plan and 2019 Citywide Master Plan, the City recently updated the Land Development Regulations for the downtown and surrounding historic neighborhoods. The City’s Land Development Regulations are a regulatory framework that guide private sector investment to desired locations and, though the use of architectural and landscape design provisions, ensure that new development adds to the unique history, climate, and economy of Punta Gorda.

Urban Design is responsible for:

Zoning and Code Compliance
Building
Comprehensive Planning
Capital Improvement Projects
Transportation Planning
Recreation and Open Space Planning

Urban Design Contacts

Lisa Hannon
Planning Director

Mitchell Austin
Urban Design Manager

Danielle Berhel
Sr. Project Manager

Rick Lehmkuhl
Grants Coordinator

Brittany Metzler
Planner I

Sammy Sorrentino
Executive Assistant

Main Line: (941) 575-3372
Email: UrbanDesign@CityofPuntaGordaFL.com

Towles Plaza Office
2705 Tamiami Trail, Unit 113
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950

FAQs

What is a Zoning District?

Zoning District defines what types of primary and accessory uses can be developed and what types of development standards will govern that use. Development standards generally include lot size, lot width, setbacks, heights of structures and buildings, lot coverage, and screening.

A zoning district is very critical in that it determines the type of uses you can and cannot establish on your property. For example, if your parcel is zoned for residential use, you would generally not be able to place a business on this property. Upon request, Zoning & Code Compliance can give you a complete listing of what is permissible in your specific zoning district.
What is zoning?
Zoning is the classification of land into districts. The purpose of zoning is to regulate the use of land including the use, placement, size of buildings, and yard requirements. A zoning law consists of two parts:
1. A zoning map shows the boundaries of the various districts.
2. A written text (called the City of Punta Gorda Land Use and Development Regulations (LDRs) sets forth the regulations applicable to each district. Zoning regulations are to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
Zoning and Code Compliance is the primary means of trying to ensure that land uses are compatible with each other.
I received a letter about my house's local historic designation. Am I required to take action?

No. If you received a letter regarding your property's historic designation, no action is required of you. If you wish to dispute the information contained in the letter, please contact Brittany Metzler, Planner I, (941) 575-5085.

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