A civil complaint filed in Martin County Circuit Court challenges the Village of Indiantown’s approval of a massive rezoning that would convert more than 5,700 acres of farmland to light industrial use for a project tied to Florida Power and Light Company. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Greater Indiantown Community Alliance and four Martin County residents who own property near the site, targets the April 30 approval of the Tesoro Groves Planned Unit Development.
Rezoning Approval and Land Purchase
The Village of Indiantown voted on April 30 to approve the Tesoro Groves Planned Unit Development. That vote rezoned more than 5,700 acres of farmland for light industrial use. The land was purchased by Florida Power and Light Company.
Legal Issues Raised in the Complaint
The complaint raises four issues under Florida law:
- Spot zoning
- An illegal land enclave
- Conflict with the Village’s own Comprehensive Plan and its rural character
- Final approval before the cumulative aquifer impact analysis that the Village’s own staff determined was needed
Plaintiffs and Legal Representation
The complaint was filed on May 25 on behalf of the Greater Indiantown Community Alliance and four Martin County property owners near the site. Carlos M. Cabral is counsel of record for the plaintiffs. The complaint is a public record, and the court will decide the case on the merits.
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiantown Rezoning Lawsuit
What does the lawsuit challenge?
The case challenges the Village of Indiantown’s April 30 approval of the Tesoro Groves Planned Unit Development. That vote rezoned more than 5,700 acres of farmland for light industrial use.
Who filed the civil complaint against FPL’s project?
The complaint was filed for the Greater Indiantown Community Alliance and four Martin County residents who own property near the site.
What are the legal issues raised in the complaint?
The complaint raises four issues under Florida law: spot zoning, an illegal land enclave, conflict with the Village’s Comprehensive Plan and rural character, and final approval before a cumulative aquifer impact analysis was completed.
Who purchased the land involved in the Indiantown rezoning?
The land was purchased by Florida Power and Light Company.
Who is representing the plaintiffs?
Carlos M. Cabral is counsel of record for the plaintiffs in this case.
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