St. Johns County commissioners approved two agricultural enclave certifications on August 19, 2026, in split 3–2 votes, allowing up to 15,000 homes near I-95 and State Road 207 under Florida's new Agricultural Enclave law. A third vote was delayed amid controversy over sprawl and land use.
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St. Johns County commissioners to review the applications Wednesday under the state's new Agricultural Enclave law
St. Johns County commissioners discussed two developer requests for Agricultural Enclave certifications on Wednesday.
The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved two agricultural enclave certifications Tuesday in back-to-back 3-2 votes, opening the door to thousands of new homes in one of Florida’s fastest-growing counties. A third, larger application was continued to Sept. 1 for additional review.
Much to some St. Johns County commissioners' dismay, the state would allow construction of up to 15,000 homes on land by I-95 and SR 207.