4050 SW 16th St, Okeechobee, FL 34974

Agriculture District

It is intended by the use of these districts to retain and preserve, insofar as desirable and practicable, the open character of the land. To that end, permitted and permissible uses are basically limited to agricultural, and, with certain limitations, other uses not contrary to the character of these districts. It is intended that this classification basically serve three purposes: to preserve for agricultural uses those lands with agricultural development potential, to the end that man's future needs for food and fiber will be met; to preserve and protect marsh lands, water sheds and water recharge areas, open spaces, scenic areas, and park areas (where not otherwise zoned PS; to serve as a holding classification for lands which eventually may be required for more intensive uses. In the case of it is the intention of this Code that such lands not be rezoned for more intensive uses without a clear showing of the public need, availability of services consistent with the more intensive uses proposed, and insurance that, upon rezoning, the development will not result in undue added financial burden to the residents of the County.