NEWS

Published: October 2, 2026 at 1:13 PM

A land-use change for a 105-acre mixed-use development in northwest Ocala cleared its first hurdle this week, moving forward despite pushback from residents who say the project would permanently alter the character of their community.
The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved the change, sending it to the Marion County Commission for a final vote on Oct. 20 at 2 p.m.