My wife and I are moving back to FL next year and have pretty much settled on North Port. This was very helpful.

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful. Please let me know how I can help.

@TheBadTrad

2 ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ Will do. Thanks!

Homes still built on well water in 2024 ,street lightning none still a long way to go np

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

Ай бұрын

Not all of North Port is on well water. But it is expensive to put in city water and I think part of the issue is North Port is such a large land mass and homes are so spread out that it becomes difficult to justify the cost until more of the space is filled in.

North Port is going through a major change in rezoning. Two new City leaders were employed in 2021 and undertaking this cumbersome task. I would recommend people looking to move here seriously review the new zoning maps which include restrictive 'Activity Centers', currently 9 with proposed 10. If there is a home already in an AC that will not allow for single family homes after rezoning, review the ULDC guidelines and what 'non-conforming structure' means as it will greatly impact your ability to add to your home or rebuild if damaged/destroyed, unless adhering to the new zoning ordinance. NP is booming with new commercial and industrial opportunities necessary for a strong tax base yet the ability to build a single family home is increasingly being phased out in favor of future multi-family and apartments. Warm Mineral Springs is a quiet, peaceful place. Be aware that the City, here again, is discussing options for commercial and multi-family living close to this area which will greatly impact the peaceful nature of this State treasure, the ONLY natural warm mineral springs in the state. Costco is scheduled to open in June 2024, Sarasota Hospital is building a teaching hospital prob by end of 2025, heavy industrial is expected north of I75, mostly small businesses now although NO Staples or Office Depot which is needed. Publix is the only grocer. You will need to drive to Venice for Detwilers and it is smaller than most ; Aldi is in Port Charlotte just south. The majority of new homes are going for $400,000+. Few apartment options, most rent is over $1600. per month for 1 bdr.

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for all the info. It seems like they are trying to think ahead and set up areas where multi-family homes make the most sense and set up zoning accordingly which leaves room for that in those areas while there is still a ton of land left for single family homes throughout the city. I haven’t heard anything about phasing out single family homes. And the addition of multi-family housing will help to reduce the prices of housing both buying and renting to help bring it back to more in line with the income in the area. The addition of more commercial and even industrial is also a huge plus because large businesses add to the tax base in multiple ways and help to resist major fluctuations in the tax base like most of Southwest Florida has experienced in the past when the municipalities have relied solely on residential property taxes for their revenue. I didn’t know Staples and Office Max were still in business. I can’t remember the last time I saw either of those.

@deborahplasencia1833

2 ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ yes indeed. There is a constant undertone that single family homes in the AC areas will eventually be bought up and bulldozed, making room for other land uses. One must read the ULDC guidelines and printed information the city has put out like one related to the Lady Slipper area. Yes, if one wants to live in a neighborhood with a small yard, there will be some lots. Personally, I like my 1/4 acre! If you review the wording of the apartment complexes that are currently being proposed, the word 'luxury' comes up frequently....in my experience this means mucho money for rent $$$$. Affordable housing needs to be 80% AMI, or less, to be called 'affordable', however, many developers are targeting the 125% AMI. for an individual working for minimum wage, this means their rent would need to be around $800.00 per month....ain't going to happen in Florida where most rents are over $1,800.

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

@@deborahplasencia1833 yes, in those AC zones it will be smaller lots and more multi-family which will allow the areas to be more walkable which is a huge benefit to people who prefer to live in walkable areas. This will allow a bit more variation in life style which is severely lacking currently. And if you prefer your 1/4 acre lots there will still be plenty of those outside of the AC zones. I would hope city council will require some affordable housing to be included. I know in Naples they require developers who build communities over a certain size to designate part of the community or another nearby community as “affordable housing” (though in Naples that means $500k townhomes 🤦‍♂️). My point is, no one will build “affordable housing” of their own free will because they can make more money off “luxury homes” using the same land. So they will either need to require some of “B” in order to get approved to build “A” or they will need to offer enough “incentive” (see tax breaks) to make it make financial sense for builders to build them. Then either of those regulations will bring out the haters who fight against them because “stifling business” if they go with #1 or “socialism” if they go with #2. And many people from both of those groups plus the group that doesn’t fight those rules will all throw a fit about affordable housing being built near their homes because while they might agree that affordable housing needs to be built somewhere, they don’t want it in their backyard. 🤦‍♂️

@deborahplasencia1833

Ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ Staples has multiple sites in Sarasota/Bradenton and at least one in Port Charlotte. Office Depot (not Office Max) also has multiple sites. I know UPS is used in North Port for printing yet does not offer the wider range of business services which would be highly important the more businesses come to NP.

@deborahplasencia1833

Ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ indeed. The City Commissioners declined monies from the 'Live Local Act' due to the language forcing cities to allow lands to be used for affordable housing projects and NP has limited land for increasing the tax base through commercial and industrial land uses. The zoning for multi-use land uses can add to single/multi family neighborhoods. I lived in one of these neighborhoods in which an apartment building was behind me with a large field area as a buffer and the housing on my block was townhomes and single family. Ideas for use of apartments above the commercial use is also a very viable use of space. The city I left redeveloped many downtown warehouses and commercial buildings into these types of combo business/home use....the lofts are beautiful and helped those that worked downtown be able to walk to work. Win-win! I agree with Commissioner Langdon and Mayor Alice that the incorporation of a city center with a boutique style feel, small business shops, eating places, and eclectic shops, similar to Main St. by downtown Sarasota, would be a big draw to NP. Just personal opinion, the use of the word 'socialism' is overused and incorrectly used, much like the word 'woke'. People need to research the meanings and use discernment in when it is appropriate to use. FYI: the original meaning of 'woke' means 'be aware'; much different than what a certain State leader has changed the meaning into a negative.

I remember when they first built the new high school and they wanted to get rid of the Modular’s Needless to say they majorly messed up and still had 32 on site after the build Embarrassed is all I can say No atv recreation for all the land that they own Not following state guidelines for that

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Interesting

Granted North Port has changed a lot since I lived there and I hope the drug issue has changed also Used to be known as the crystal meth capital of Florida My sons best friend died at 15 years of age cause of the drugs The school system sucks cause my son was held back a year when we moved up north Schools are way behind in north Port This guy says how great it is I’m speaking the truth I left with my family cause the drugs were out of control and the job market sucked Don’t listen to this guy Florida sucks and my son lost his best friend

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear about your son’s friend.

Seriously there’s nothing to do in NP. We drive to Venice, Englewood, Sarasota for everything. All we do is drive because there’s nothing here. If we could sell our house right now we would but houses aren’t selling in NP. Go figure.

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Houses are definitely selling in NP. They just need to be priced right for what they are and marketed properly. I’d be happy to discuss what we can do to help you make the move if you would like to get out of NP and into somewhere that has more for you to do. Give me a call or text at 239-201-9583 or email at jerryniesman@gmail.com and let’s see if we can get you somewhere that you will be happy.

I’ll give you credit for thinking that this is a good place to live but I have lived there You should do a video about how the insurance companies are screwing the Florida people Back in 04 Florida had 4 hurricanes and major damage with all The insurance companies didn’t freak out then but why now after last year That was just one hurricane not 4 Makes me wonder Look that up

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for your insight. While I don’t disagree that insurance is a problem, rates didn’t go up because of just 1 hurricane. They were still going up every year from 2017 losses. 2004 bright 4 major storms and $45 billion in losses. 2017 had 6 major storms and over $200 billion in losses or more than 4x 2004 and hurricane Ian along caused over $50 billion so by itself more than all 4 2004 storms combined and right after Ian we were also hit by hurricane Nicole on the east coast that caused a ton of damage as well. But even with all of that it is still one of the most affordable places to live in all of Florida and also still more affordable than many other places in the country.

How about decent paying jobs?

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Great question! It’s going to depend on what type of job you are looking for. I am constantly hearing business owners and managers saying they are having a hard time finding good people. Now, many times that is because they aren’t paying enough to attract those good people but not always. There are lots of options in healthcare. Many IT positions pay well and allow remote work. There are lots of opportunities for skilled workers in construction trades as there is still a ton of building going on. And Sarasota County School District is one of the higher paying districts in the state and there are teaching openings from what I’ve been told. If you tell me what you are looking for, I might be able to point you in the right direction.

@Livewire1722

2 ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ I mean honestly I’ve been driving trucks for over 20 years. I don’t know if I want to do that anymore but I’m a jack of all trades master of none and in order to live there you have to make a good wage because of homeowners insurance auto insurance is high.

@Livewire1722

2 ай бұрын

@@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ construction, local truck driving that type of thing

Too many developments popping up there..

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

What makes you say it’s too many?

@buffaloman5042

2 ай бұрын

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_ All areas being turned to to high density development by zoning changes against the will of the people to appease the developers..increasing traffic..

@andreaambrose8857

2 ай бұрын

Exactly. NP is rezoning the entire city next month. Single family neighborhoods will now have mixed use in the middle along with apartment buildings.

Dude you need to face reality with your videos North Port is still the drug capital Jobs suck Houses are beyond high in price I lived in that town for 16 yrs It’s a shit hole Always was and it’s not going to change now that everything is out of control Just thankful I got out in time with my son RIP Carrinton

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

The point of these videos is to show pros and cons to help people decide if they are is right for them or not. Sounds like you decided it wasn’t right for you. Hope you found a place that was right for you.

Dude stop your videos The school system sucks Houses are over priced and garbage construction Trust me I know I had a new house built You make me sick listening to the lies Please stop Former FLEVT

@LivinginSouthwestFlorida_

2 ай бұрын

Stop my videos? This is your 3rd comment on 1 video. Sarasota County School district is one of the highest rated school districts in the state. Granted Florida is closer to the bottom of the 50 states but that’s another story. 😂 Not sure what I’m lying about. I said home prices are much higher than they used to be but that still doesn’t change that it is more affordable here than many other states and many other areas in Florida.

@user-hn2gi7tm4v

2 ай бұрын

Sorry for going off You have your opinion and right to think that Again glad for leaving when I did My son is now a US Marine and state trooper