Save Broward Point Peninsula
Broward Point Preserve is a non-profit established for the purpose of
saving natural resources, fragile environments, and ecosystems from
overdevelopment.
Our current campaign is for $5.5 million to purchase 130 acres located at Broward Road and North Main Street in Jacksonville, Florida. Once purchased, this land and waterway will be placed in a conservation easement and donated to the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens.
New Homes
Increased risk of resident safety
% Increase in Traffic
Significant increase in density
Entry/Exit Points
No proposed change to exit/entry
Acres of Land to Rezone
The proposed rezoning of Broward Point Peninsula will detract from the character and quality of life in the general area.
Ordinance #2020-689 proposes a rezone of more than 113 acres of property from a Residential Low Density-90 (RLD-90) / Residential Medium Density-A (RMD A) to a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Land Use & Zoning |Committee Meeting – Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Jacksonville City Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Rezoning would substantially increase the number of allowed residents within this area which only has one way out, over a railroad, in a water locked peninsula. A change in current zoning will result in significant impact, safety concerns and detract from the quality of life on the peninsula
The Broward Point community wants to ensure concerns are addressed:
Safety Concerns
Property Value & Assessment
Character Altering
Impact on Quality of Life
Environmental Destruction
Safety risks for all residents who reside in the peninsula and planned new development.
Rezoning will result in significant adverse impacts upon property values of nearby properties.
Rezoning will negatively affect or alter the character of the character area or corridor.
Rezoning will detract from the character and quality of life by creating excessive noise.
Rezoning will result in the destruction of natural resources such as wetlands.
- Safety risks for all residents who reside in the peninsula and planned new development.
- Rezoning will result in significant adverse impacts upon property values of nearby properties.
- Rezoning will negatively affect or alter the character of the character area or corridor.
- Rezoning will detract from the character and quality of life by creating excessive noise.
- Rezoning will result in the destruction of natural resources such as wetlands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broward Point Preserve's mission?
Broward Point Preserve is a non-profit established for the purpose of saving natural resources, fragile environments, and ecosystems from overdevelopment.
Our current campaign is for $5.5 million to purchase 130 acres located at Broward Road and North Main Street in Jacksonville, Florida. Once purchased, this land and waterway will be placed in a conservation easement and donated to the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens.
How do I donate to Broward Point Preserve?
Please visit out Donate page to help support the mission of Broward Point Preserve.
What is Rezoning Request Ordinance #2020-689 ?
The proposal is to rezone approximately +/ 113.47 acres of property from RLD90/RMD A to a PUD.
What does the Broward Community expect?
Broward Community expects:
- City Departments and Commission to do their job and listen to the community when substantial, competent evidence is presented.
- City Council to stay aligned with the zoning code Safety and Welfare of all residents always remain first priority regardless of tax revenue.
- City Council to understand all aspects of this area to make informed decisions.
The community is NOT opposed to development (if done responsibly and safety factors are overcome), we are opposed to changing the zoning at the expense of harming the community & environment. We support the zoning code which promotes safety and general welfare.
What is the purpose of the Jacksonville zoning code?
The purpose of the Jacksonville zoning code is to:
- Promote health
- Promote safety
- Promote morals
- The general welfare of the public
- To regulate the use of land and buildings
- To implement the comprehensive plan adopted pursuant to Chapter 650
What are the concerns if rezoning is approved?
Rezoning would substantially increase the number of allowed residents within this area which only has one way out, over a railroad, in a water locked peninsula.
Aside from the safety concerns, approving this rezoning request would:
- Create significant adverse impacts to property values
- Detract from the character and quality of life in the general area or neighborhood by creating excessive noise and traffic
- Be inconsistent with the existing and proposed land uses and zoning of adjacent and nearby properties
- Would have a devastating ecological impact to the endangered and protected species that reside on the land