There are four vacancies on the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Land Development Regulation Commission. These are important advisory boards that make recommendations to the County Commission about amendments to the Land Development Code and Zoning Code. They are also an important part of the public process and discussion about growth.
If you have expertise in planning, environmental science, or the development industry, please apply! Applications are due on Friday, October 3, 2025 at 4 p.m.
Planning & Zoning Commission Responsibilities:
To review & conduct public hearings on proposed rezoning of properties in Marion County & to make recommendations to the County Commission in regard to adoption & amendment of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code or Land Development Code elements or portions thereof.
The Local Planning Agency shall be composed of seven members to be appointed by the county commission.
Land Development Regulation Commission Responsibilities:
Members should have knowledge in planning, environmental science, agriculture, and the development industry and be capable of evaluating and recommending specific regulatory standards and criteria, reviewing and advising the County Commission on the adoption and amendment of the Land Development Code and Zoning Code, and preparing an annual report with recommended amendments to these codes. Alternate members attend meetings when regular members are unavailable and may serve in their absence.
EMAIL FORM TO: CommissionAdmin@MarionFL.org
This form can be printed or saved as a PDF.
TO MAIL FORM: MARION COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, 601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471. For questions, call 352-438-2323
Advisory Board Main Page: https://www.marionfl.org/my-commissioners/advisory-boards
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners plans to appoint members on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, or as soon thereafter as possible.
To be eligible, you must be a qualified voter and resident of Marion County. This is a volunteer position.
