8616 Shire Ridge Loop, Tallahassee, FL 32309

Rural Community District

The purpose of the rural community district is to accommodate hamlets or villages that develop in an area that is surrounded by very-low-intensity rural land use. This district allows residential development up to four dwelling units per acre. Small to moderate sized commercial development is allowed in order to give local and surrounding rural residents access to basic shopping opportunities. This district is intended to allow for the creation and continued maintenance of villages rather than an urban neighborhood. As such it is not intended to function as a growth node or to contribute to urban sprawl. Central sewer and water systems designed for lower density service may be present or constructed.; The shops and services that may be located in this district will be limited in scale, function, and number. Commercial retail and office establishments located within this district will provide residents within the village/district with convenient access to necessary goods, groceries, and other essential items and services rather than attract shoppers from other parts of the community. Commercial establishments will be limited in size as well as in vehicular access and parking opportunities to ensure compatibility with the rural character of the village.