Key West Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034

2.5 Land Use Information

2.5 Land Use Information Table 2-11 , provides a detailed breakdown of the zoning and land use categories. At the forefront is the expanse of Non-Historic land comprised of 2,802.67 acres, constituting 76.42% of the total area, giving rise to a dynamic urban environment that defines much of Key West’s contemporary character. Table 2-11: Existing Zoning and Land Use

The Military land use encompasses 784.54 acres, comprising 21.39% of the city’s land. With a strong presence, it stands as a testament to the historical significance of Key West, where military operations have left an indelible mark on the island’s identity. The Residential land uses span 757.86 acres and make up 20.66% of the landscape. These neighborhoods, characterized by a mix of architectural styles and vibrant community life, offer a glimpse into the everyday rhythm of Key West living. Conservation areas, covering 370.49 acres (10.10%), serve as the preservation areas. Public Services, Commercial, and Airport zones, with their respective acreages of 297.03 (8.10%), 273.80 (7.47%), and 156.09 (4.26%), cater to the needs of the community. The land use categorized as Historic is comprised of 864.25 acres (23.57%) and provides pockets of Residential, Mixed-Use, Commercial, Public Services, and Planned Redevelopment areas.

Percent of Total Area

Land Use Category

Acres

Non-Historic

2802.67 784.54 757.86 370.49 297.03 273.80 156.09 132.85 864.25 388.18 153.20 135.67 116.60 30.01

76.42% 21.39% 20.66% 10.10% 8.10% 7.47% 4.26% 3.62% 0.82% 23.57% 10.58%

Military

Residential

Conservation Public Services

Commercial

Airport

Planned Redevelopment

Mixed-Use

Historic

Historic Residential Historic Mixed-Use Historic Commercial Historic Public Services

4.18% 3.70% 3.18% 1.93% 0.02%

Historic Planned Redevelopment

70.61 0.56

Other

Total:

3667.48

100.00%

Data Source: City of Key West GIS Data Hub, Accessed Nov 22,2023

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