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Welcome to beautiful Nassau County, located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. We are proud to serve as the Eastern Gateway to the Sunshine State. From our historic island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses to our scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, we truly offer something for everyone.

Citizen Input Needed for North Florida TPO's Transportation Improvement Program

5/7/2025

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5/7/25 @ 1:15 p.m. - Each spring, the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization updates its Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), a staged multi-year program of transportation projects to be implemented over the next five years. The TIP identifies all regionally significant transportation projects requiring Federal Highway Administration (FWHA) and/or Federal Transit Administration (FTA) approval. It also includes a listing of projects that are financed with non-federal dollars which assists local governments within the TPO area with their transportation planning efforts. 

The current draft TIP is now available for comment at https://northfloridatpo.com/planning/tip. Residents are encouraged to review the draft and provide comments either online through the survey or during one of their upcoming virtual meetings as listed below. Comments must be submitted by June 2, 2025. 

Questions? Please contact Marci Larson with the North Florida TPO at (904) 306-7513 or via email at [email protected]. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer
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Historical Resources Survey

4/29/2025

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4/29/25 @ 3:30 p.m.

​​In recent years, the Board of County Commissioners has made it a priority to document and preserve the county’s rich historical heritage. To achieve this, the County has implemented a multi-phased strategy to conduct Historical Resources Surveys across the various parts of Nassau County. These surveys aim to identify and evaluate historically significant sites and structures, with the ultimate goal of submitting eligible properties to the Florida Master Site File maintained by the State of Florida. Typically, these historic resources include buildings that are over 50 years old—constructed in 1975 or earlier.
 
The County completed Phase One of the Historical Resources Survey in June 2020 which consisted of surveying the US-17, US-1, SR200, Callahan, Boulogne, Bryceville and Nassauville areas in Nassau County, including 558 historic structures, each of which were recorded into the Florida Master Site File. Phase Two of the survey will consist of surveying an additional 250-300 structures.
 
Property owners or residents in the William Burgess District, Thomas Creek Area, Lessie, Evergreen, Kings Ferry and O’Neil communities should be advised of upcoming architectural surveying within their areas beginning late April through July 2025. The surveyors are architectural historians from Stantec, Inc., an engineering and planning consultant firm.
 
The Stantec architectural historians will be preparing brief written architectural descriptions of all surveyed properties and will be taking photographs of the exteriors of these surveyed buildings. Florida Master Site File forms on those properties surveyed will be prepared and submitted to the State with photographs. Please note that all photographs will be taken from public streets and field workers will not enter any private property.
 
Following completion of the William Burgess District, Thomas Creek area, Lessie, Evergreen, Kings Ferry and O’Neil surveys, the resulting documentation will be publicly available as a report on the Nassau County website under the Planning Department sub-page. For more information on what this will entail, please visit the report produced from Phase I of this project. It can be found under the Planning Department tab on www.Nassaucountyfl.com.
 
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Nassau County Planning Department at (904) 530-6320, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer
 

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FAQs - Timber to Tides Design Overlay

4/8/2025

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4/8/25 @ 7:00 p.m. 

Some Nassau County residents recently received the below notice regarding upcoming public hearings to consider the Timber to Tides Design Overlay (T2TDO). This initiative is intended to support walkable mixed-use communities and provide long-term guidance for growth that reflects the community's values and goals for the State Road 200/A1A Corridor, specifically from the Shave bridge to just west of the Tributary community. (Please note only residents residing within 300 feet of the project boundary received written notification) 

As Nassau County continues to experience unprecedented growth, the County is taking proactive steps to ensure that the future development of our communities is intentional, sustainable, and high-quality. Rather than reacting to change, Nassau County is working to guide future development into a more organized, predictable pattern—one that supports economic growth while preserving quality of life.

To help shape that future, Nassau County is proposing a new planning framework: the Timber to Tides Design Overlay (T2TDO). This initiative is a direct result of the SR 200/A1A Corridor Master Plan, adopted in 2021, and supports the broader community goals laid out in Vision 2032. The Overlay introduces form-based zoning standards that focus development within targeted activity centers and nodes, encouraging more walkable, connected, and visually cohesive communities—in contrast to the fragmented, auto-dependent growth patterns of the past.

Recognizing that not all residents have been able to participate in previous open houses, workshops and other outreach events where this information was shared, we have prepared the attached list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to provide residents with a greater understanding of what these proposed standards mean to them. 

Below is information on upcoming public hearings regarding the T2TDO: 

Planning & Zoning Board - first public hearing
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners- second public hearing
Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners - third public hearing 
Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. 

All meetings will be held in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097. Meetings are open to the public.  

All information related to the T2TDO initiative including previous outreach efforts, presentations and drafts of the plan can be found on our website.

Questions? Please contact the Nassau County Planning Department at (904) 530-6320 or e-mail [email protected]. 
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Open House: Blackrock Cove Park Conceptual Design

3/18/2025

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3/18/25 @ 5:00 p.m. - Join us for an Open House on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. for an Open House. Speak with Parks & Recreation Staff and hear a conceptual design overview of the future Blackrock Cove Park from Designer Carlos Perez (Perez Planning) and Project Engineer Hannah Miracle (Kimley-Horn). 

The event will take place at Blackrock Cove Park (on Blackrock Road, across from Crews Creek Road). 

Questions? Call (904) 530-6127 or email [email protected]. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

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Board Hosts Workshop Regarding Timber to Tides

2/27/2025

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​On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a Workshop to discuss the Timber to Tides Design Overlay (T2TDO), a proposed regulatory document that would enforce the principles and priority actions established in the State Road 200/A1A Corridor Master Plan adopted by Resolution in December 2021. 

The T2TDO consists of Transect Based Zoning (TBZ) standards, first established in the William Burgess District, and expands upon this foundation by employing Community-Based Design Standards (CBDS) and priority programs for to the SR 200/A1A Corridor, specifically from the Shave Bridge to just west of the Tributary community. Transect zones depict the transition of development form from rural to urban, ranging from natural preserved areas to urban core, and allows for special districts that fall outside these typical transect designations. 

The Workshop began with an introduction by County Manager Taco Pope who stated, "I appreciate the hard work of the planning team, getting this to the forefront. This is a project that started several years ago that's been implemented over time. We're starting to see the fruits of those efforts with the landscaping along SR200 and some of the other public realm improvements. This is that next evolutionary step in bringing into fruition what the citizens requested of us through the Timber to Tides Overlay Design Study."

Next, Senior Planner Joshua Macbeth provided a detailed presentation on the project. In his introduction he stated, "This started back in 2019 when we (the County) was getting hit pretty hard by the community. The State expanded the 200 corridor by adding lanes but all that did was allow for more automobiles to use to road. It didn't look at the pedestrian realm or bicycle safety. It was creating a conflict for our community. Citizens were upset so we started this engagement process to reimagine this corridor. SR200 is the heart of our community. We all use it as our main thoroughfare." 

He continued, "After the widening and resurfacing was completed by the State, we were left with wide right-of-way conditions, high speed traffic, lack of landscaping, lack of community identity, lack of lighting, unprotected bike lanes, lack of sidewalk connectivity, and lack of a public realm interface. So in 2019, the County began a community engagement campaign to get feedback on what residents envision for the corridor."

Over 400 individuals participated in workshops, community meetings, interviews and online surveys. Here's what they had to say: 
  • 82% of respondents rated their experience on SR200 as negative citing congestion, construction, and ugliness
  • 76% of respondents indicated that they use SR200 daily (40% claimed they use it for shopping, 20% for work, and 17% for visiting friends)
  • 74% of respondents rated their feeling of personal safety as poor, citing inadequate sidewalks and bicycle paths
  • 65% of respondents specifically mentioned a need for trees, parks, or amenities commonly found in gathering spaces (benches, restrooms,etc.). 

The feedback collected was used to create the first draft of T2TDO which was shared with the public in June 2024. The County immediately started the engagement process again to obtain feedback on the first draft. The information collected during this engagement process led Version 2 which was presented to the residents at three community meetings held in September and October 2024, the Planning & Zoning Board on January 21, 2025 and the BOCC at their February 19, 2025 Workshop. A final version 3 will be drafted based on information still being collected from stakeholders and is anticipated to be presented to the Planning & Zoning Board on April 1, 2025 at 6pm, followed by two public hearings of the Board of County Commissioners on April 28 at 5pm and June 9,2025 at 5pm. All drafts and meeting information can be found here.  

At this time, residents are encouraged to watch Mr. Macbeth's presentation from the February 19th meeting for a better understanding of the T2TDO. If approved, the T2TDO would create a new corridor with cohesive building designs, natural areas, transect zoning that separates the corridor into distinct districts, parallel corridors to relieve traffic on SR200, and an environment that is safe for pedestrians and cyclists. 

Questions? Please contact Josh Macbeth at (904) 530-6320 or via email at [email protected]. 
 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer



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BOCC Workshop: Timber to Tides Overlay

1/31/2025

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1/31/25 @ 2:00 p.m. - On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the Planning & Zoning Board hosted a Workshop regarding the Timber to Tides (T2T) Design Overlay, a proposed regulatory document that would enforce the principles and priority actions established in the State Road 200/A1A Corridor Master Plan adopted by Resolution in December 2021. The meeting included a presentation by Senior Planner Josh Macbeth followed by open discussions between staff and Planning & Zoning Board members. The P&Z Workshop can be viewed here. 

The T2TDO consists of Transect Based Zoning (TBZ) standards, first established in the William Burgess District, and expands upon this foundation by employing Community-Based Design Standards (CBDS) and priority programs specific to the SR 200/A1A Corridor. Transect zones depict the transition of development form from rural to urban, ranging from natural preserved areas to urban core, and allows for special districts that fall outside these typical transect designations. 

On Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., the Board of County Commissioners will have a Workshop to discuss the proposed Timber to Tides Overlay Design. There will be no action taken at the Workshop. Should the Board determine it would like to move forward and consider adoption of the T2T Design Overlay, a public hearing will be scheduled and advertised for the public. Please note that the BOCC Workshop will be live streamed so residents can watch remotely if unable to attend in person. A recording of the meeting will also be available following the conclusion of the meeting at www.nassauclerk/watch-meetings. 

All information regarding the T2T Design Overlay can be located here on our official website. Questions? Please contact Senior Planner Josh Macbeth at (904) 530-6323 or via email at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer



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P&Z Workshop Regarding Timber To Tides

1/14/2025

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1/14/25 @ 11:30 a.m. - The Planning & Zoning Board will host a Workshop on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for a discussion regarding the Timber to Tides Design Overlay. The public is welcome to attend and hear the discussion. Please be advised that there will be no formal decisions made at the Workshop.  

For those that missed previous updates, the Timber to Tides Overlay (T2TDO) is a proposed regulatory document that enforces the principles and priority actions established in the SR200/A1A Corridor Master Plan adopted by Resolution in December 2021. 

The T2TDO consists of Transect Based Zoning (TBZ) standards, first established in the William Burgess District, and expands upon this foundation by employing Community-Based Design Standards (CBDS) and priority programs specific to the SR 200/A1A Corridor. Transect zones depict the transition of development form from rural to urban, ranging from natural preserved areas to urban core, and allows for special districts that fall outside these typical transect designations. 

Public Hearings for the proposed changes to the Land Development Code will be scheduled at a later time. All information regarding the Timber to Tides Design Overlay can be found on the County's Official website. Questions? Please contact Senior Planner Josh Macbeth at (904) 530-6323 or via email at [email protected]. ​
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Happy 200th Birthday Nassau County

12/29/2024

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Happy 200th Birthday to Nassau County!

Established on December 29, 1824, Nassau County boasts a unique history and culture. From historic Amelia Island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses, to scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, Nassau County truly offers something for everyone.

Looking to the Future:
Like many Florida counties, Nassau County has experienced significant growth. While growth cannot be prevented, it's important that policies are in place for protecting and enhancing key areas of importance while accommodating future trends. Over the past 18 months, the Board of County Commissioners have worked tirelessly on the Nassau Vision 2050, a collaborative process involving local leaders, residents, businesses, and stakeholders to shape the future of our community. This planning process and the resulting policies will be critical for the ability to promote and manage growth.

"All Voices, One Vision"
The BOCC is excited about the progress that has been made so far with the Nassau Vision 2050 initiative and looks forward to implementing future policy based on the collective feedback of Nassau County residents.

Nassau Vision 2050 efforts throughout 2024 included identifying what makes the community unique, establishing the vision of what Nassau County desires to become in the future, and providing the necessary baseline for updates to the County’s State-mandated Comprehensive Plan.

Community outreach efforts have included stakeholder interviews, community surveys, and 20 pop-up events around the County. In an effort to gain as much feedback as possible, the BOCC and Planning Staff have also been present at numerous large, community events throughout the year such as the Independence Day Celebration in Callahan, the Opening of the Beaches Event in Fernandina Beach, the County's Bicentennial Kick-off Event in Yulee, and County’s Annual Tree Lighting.

We look forward to wrapping up the Nassau Vision 2050 initiative and sharing the results with the community in early 2025. For more information, please visit https://www.nassaufl2050.com/

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer 

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Growth Scenario Surveys

12/12/2024

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CITIZENS URGED TO TAKE LATEST SURVEY ON GROWTH SCENARIOS

As previously announced, the County is in the final stages of collecting input from the community as we prepare for amendments to the County's Comprehensive Plan for the Vision 2050 initiative. This planning process and the resulting policies will be critical for the ability to promote and manage growth as well as protect and enhance key areas of importance while accommodating future trends.
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Information collected thus far led to the establishment of community building blocks, a framework to achieve the community identified goals. The information collected has also led to creation of 3 different growth scenarios.
At this time, residents are urged to view the growth framework presentation and provide input on the 3 growth scenarios. One final preferred growth scenario will be created and included in the Nassau Vision 2050 plan. This preferred scenario will inform updates to the County's Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and the Future Land Use Element of the County's state-mandated Comprehensive Plan.

To watch the growth scenarios presentation, please click here: https://www.thecountyinsider.com/.../24700962/online_ppt.pdf

Following the presentation, you can complete the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nassaugrowthscenarios
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This is one last opportunity to ensure your voice is heard as we prepare for the next 25 years. All information about the Vision 2050 initiative can be found at: https://www.nassaufl2050.com/.
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Nassau Prosperity Alliance Quarterly Report

12/4/2024

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The Nassau Prosperity Alliance (NPA) has released the fourth quarter report for FY 23/24. This document includes updates on a variety of initiatives including the Transit Study Update, Timber to Tides Design Overlay, economic development highlights and more. 

Established in November 2022, the NPA consists of representatives from the Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce, Nassau County Economic Development Board, Small Business Development Center at UNF and Prosper Nassau, and serves as a unified coalition to facilitate strategic initiatives that promote economic development and support the local economic ecosystem.

The NPA's mission is to "nurture a more resilient, sustainable, equitable and prosperous ecosystem cultivated with a generational perspective and crafted to increase competitiveness on a regional and global scale, promote prosperity and high-paying jobs, and create vibrant and resilient communities that offer the highest quality of life". This mission is supported by priority initiatives established in the County's Interim Strategic Plan. 

Additional information about the NPA can be found here. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

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