To: [Clay County Commission / Planning & Zoning Board]

We, the concerned residents and stakeholders of [Clay County], strongly oppose the request to:

• Rezone property from A-1 (Agricultural) to R-1 (Residential)

• Reduce required lot sizes to ¾ acre

• Approve a mini-housing subdivision on land designated and historically used for agricultural purposes

This proposal raises serious concerns for the future of our community:

1. Threat to Rural Character & Land Preservation

A-1 zoning exists to protect agricultural land, maintain open space, and preserve the rural nature of our county. Rezoning to R-1 and allowing mini-housing disrupts the fabric and identity of the area.

2. Overcrowding & Density Issues

Mini-housing developments create density levels that do not align with surrounding properties.

Reducing lots to ¾ acre compromises:

• Privacy

• Land buffer requirements

• Community spacing

• Long-term land stewardship

3. Negative Impact on Property Values

Rapid increases in housing density—especially mini-homes or small-lot developments—can result in:

• Depressed surrounding property values

• Reduced resale potential

• Economic loss for long-term residents

Homeowners should not be financially penalized for decisions that benefit private developers.

4. Public Safety Concerns

Rezoning increases demand on:

• Law enforcement

• Fire protection

• Emergency medical services

Without a sustainable plan, this places unnecessary strain on limited public safety resources.

5. Lack of Community Benefit

Rezoning should serve the public interest, not private profit.

There is no clear demonstrable benefit to the taxpayers or the long-term residents of this county.

FORMAL REQUEST

We, the undersigned, urge the [County Commission/Planning Board] to:

DENY the rezoning request from A-1 to R-1

DENY the reduction of minimum lot size to ¾ acre

DENY the approval of mini-housing development on agricultural land

We stand together to protect the integrity, safety, and future of our community.