This month, the Leesburg City Commission granted zoning proposals that will clear 39 acres, just across from The Villages of West Lake, east of the Florida Turnpike and south of County Road 470, to accommodate an apartment complex and commercial space.

Without debate, the commission gave its unanimous approval, and no public comments were received. Dan Miller, the city's director of planning and zoning, discussed the project.

LPG Urban and Regional Land Planners created the complex's conceptual designs, which allow for a maximum of 325 units housed in four-story structures. Situated on 25 acres, the facility will feature a raised bed garden, a six-foot wide walking route, a pool, cabana, gym, playground, and dog park.

The project will have a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. 

The commercial area occupies roughly 14 acres. General retail sales, restaurants, pharmacies, medical and professional offices, urgent care centers, veterinary care, drive-thrus or not for coffee shops, daycare centers, houses of worship, fitness centers, hotels, and personal services like spas and beauty salons are among the permitted uses.

CR 470 will provide access to the complex.

Source:  GrowthSpotter