Apopka Planning Commission: Apply for Vacant Seats
Apopka seeks Planning Commission applicants by Nov. 6. The city prioritizes candidates with professional backgrounds in development, planning, and community leadership.
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The City of Apopka is accepting applications to fill vacant Planning Commission positions. The deadline is Nov. 6, 2026. Interested residents can apply online through the City Clerk's Office.
The Planning Commission reviews special exception permits, zoning variances, and plat vacations. Members also recommend to the City Commission on text amendments, map amendments, planned developments, and site plans for major projects. The commission serves as Apopka's Local Planning Agency and prepares and monitors the city's comprehensive plan.
The City Commission appoints seven voting members and one non-voting representative from the Orange County School Board. All voting members must live within city limits and file annual financial disclosures with the Florida Commission on Ethics. Each appointment lasts three years, with members eligible for reappointment for up to two consecutive full terms.
The city seeks applicants with experience in architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, real estate, environmental science, urban planning, construction, or project management. Candidates with background in land use regulation, business ownership, commercial development, or community or nonprofit leadership are encouraged to apply.
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