CONA helps win neighborhood’s rezoning victory
County commissioners reject rezone of
Gulf Gate golf course
On January 15 Sarasota county commissioners unanimously
voted to reject a request to increase zoning density by 700%
on the golf course at the heart of CONA member Gulf Gate
Neighborhood. Gulf Gate President Jim Muir led the
opposition. With help from CONA President Ann Kaplan , Gulf
Gate residents packed the commission chambers and
convinced county commissioners to protect their long
established neighborhood.
CONA member, Gulf Gate Community Association opposed the
owner’s request that the county commissioners change
established zoning from 1 unit /2 acres to 3.5 units/acre. This
would have adversely impacted the character of Gulf Gate/Gulf
Gate Woods, a residential community of 1,550 homes..In a
letter to county commissioners, CONA had urged
commissioners to deny the request.
This long established neighborhood is exemplified by well kept
homes on large lots surrounded by an abundance of green
space which has made it a sought-after area since the mid-
1960’s. Thanks to our county commissioners for keeping it
that way. To learn more about the Gulf Gate Association visit
their website: www.ggca.us
Commenting on success of neighborhood's efforts, CONA President Ann Kaplan said:
“Helping neighborhoods protect themselves from incompatible development is one important reason that CONA exists.”
