Tampa is first in Florida to adopt new urban development standard

Maddux Report

Tampa City Council unanimously adopted an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan that defines the guidelines for Transit Oriented Development for the City of Tampa.  “I applaud your vision, and that of Mayor Iorio, leading the way with a new standard for urban development and infill that will facilitate a more livable and sustainable Tampa and region.” said Planning Commission Executive Director Robert B. Hunter, FAICP.  “This plan amendment has received unprecedented support by the public and private sectors, business community, civic groups and neighborhoods.  This action can be attributed to the combined efforts of the City of Tampa and the Planning Commission working together with the State Department of Community Affairs to ensure state compliance.  Tampa is shovel-ready for private and public development initiatives.”

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