Deltona City Council reviews Portland Industrial Park economic development proposal
May 20, 2021 | Deltona, Volusia County, Florida
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The City of Deltona is poised to advance its economic development goals following a recent Planning and Zoning meeting where the board discussed the Portland Industrial Park project. The proposal, which seeks to rezone the area to an Industrial Planned Unit Development (IPUD), aims to facilitate job growth and improve local infrastructure.
City officials highlighted the necessity of a fair share payment from developers, estimated at $889,344.40, to support the construction of a four-lane road on North Normandy between Energy Avenue and South Street. This road improvement is projected to cost around $4 million, with the city expected to initially fund the project and later receive reimbursements as development progresses.
The Portland Industrial Park is seen as a critical step toward addressing the jobs-housing imbalance in Deltona, where approximately 40% of the population commutes outside the city for work. The project is anticipated to create significant employment opportunities, although specific job numbers remain uncertain. Comparisons were made to Amazon's local facility, which employs between 500 to 1,000 workers.
The board discussed two primary alternatives: denying the request, which would preserve the forested land but maintain the current commuting issues, or approving the IPUD request, which aligns with the city’s long-term vision for economic growth. Approval would not only enhance the tax base but also ensure that the area is developed in accordance with the city’s comprehensive plan.
Concerns were raised regarding environmental impacts, particularly the presence of protected species like gopher tortoises and scrub jays. City officials assured that any development would adhere to regulations set by wildlife agencies to mitigate these concerns.
As the city moves forward with the Portland Industrial Park project, stakeholders are optimistic about its potential to transform Deltona into a thriving economic hub, ultimately benefiting residents through increased job opportunities and improved infrastructure. The Planning and Zoning board is expected to recommend the city commission adopt the necessary ordinance to proceed with the project.
City officials highlighted the necessity of a fair share payment from developers, estimated at $889,344.40, to support the construction of a four-lane road on North Normandy between Energy Avenue and South Street. This road improvement is projected to cost around $4 million, with the city expected to initially fund the project and later receive reimbursements as development progresses.
The Portland Industrial Park is seen as a critical step toward addressing the jobs-housing imbalance in Deltona, where approximately 40% of the population commutes outside the city for work. The project is anticipated to create significant employment opportunities, although specific job numbers remain uncertain. Comparisons were made to Amazon's local facility, which employs between 500 to 1,000 workers.
The board discussed two primary alternatives: denying the request, which would preserve the forested land but maintain the current commuting issues, or approving the IPUD request, which aligns with the city’s long-term vision for economic growth. Approval would not only enhance the tax base but also ensure that the area is developed in accordance with the city’s comprehensive plan.
Concerns were raised regarding environmental impacts, particularly the presence of protected species like gopher tortoises and scrub jays. City officials assured that any development would adhere to regulations set by wildlife agencies to mitigate these concerns.
As the city moves forward with the Portland Industrial Park project, stakeholders are optimistic about its potential to transform Deltona into a thriving economic hub, ultimately benefiting residents through increased job opportunities and improved infrastructure. The Planning and Zoning board is expected to recommend the city commission adopt the necessary ordinance to proceed with the project.
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