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Public Notices & Comment History

This page provides a record of public notices and comment periods related to Transform386 recovery programs. Current and past notices are listed below for transparency and public access. For current notices, submit comments here or email transform386@volusia.org.

Public Notice: Environmental Review for North Beach Street Improvement Project

Comment period: January 12 – January 28, 2026

Volusia County is seeking public comment on a proposed roadway elevation project along North Beach Street in Ormond Beach, between the Tomoka River and Pine Tree Drive. The project would raise a portion of the roadway to improve flood resilience. Because the project area is located within wetlands and the 100-year floodplain, the County is required to evaluate alternatives and potential environmental impacts as part of the federal environmental review process.

Public comments are invited through 5:00 p.m. on January 28, 2026. Community members are encouraged to review the project details and provide input, including suggestions for alternatives or ways to minimize environmental impacts.

To view the full official public notice, please click here to read the document.

Status: Open

Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

Comment period: January 9 – January 19, 2026

On or about January 20, 2026, Volusia County will request HUD’s release of CDBG-DR funds to support the Ridgewood Flood Mitigation Project (SMA) at 702 South Ridgewood. The project will improve flood resilience at an outpatient rehabilitation center through elevation and floodproofing measures designed to protect the facility and ensure continued access to essential services. The estimated CDBG-funded amount is $371,530.

The project is categorically excluded from NEPA requirements. Written comments must be received by January 19, 2026, and will be considered prior to submission of the request for release of funds.

To view the full official public notice, please click here to read the document.

Status: Open

Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

Comment period: January 8 – January 18, 2026

On or about January 19, 2026, Volusia County will request HUD’s release of CDBG-DR funds to support the Holly Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant project, which will transition the facility from chlorine and sulfur dioxide gas to safer liquid chemical systems. The estimated CDBG-funded amount is $600,000. The project is categorically excluded from NEPA requirements.

Submit written comments by January 18, 2026, to the Volusia County Office of Recovery and Resiliency1578 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL 32720, to have your input considered before the request is finalized.

Objections to the release of funds may be submitted to HUD in accordance with federal regulations.

To view the full official public notice, please click here to read the document.

Status: Open

Public Notice: Comment Period Open for South Daytona Lantern Park Stormwater Pond Project

Comment period: December 11 – December 29, 2025

Volusia County is announcing the environmental findings and intent to request HUD funding for the South Daytona Lantern Park Stormwater Pond Project. The project will construct a new stormwater retention pond to help reduce severe flooding in the Lantern Park subdivision and improve access during heavy rain events. Portions of the connected drainage system are within the 100-year floodplain, and the County has determined the project will have no significant environmental impact.

Public comments may be emailed to mdewall@volusia.org or as an alternative, comments may be submitted on paper to Volusia County Office of Recovery and Resiliency, 1578 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand during the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00PM. Please specify whether your comment is for the FONSI, RROF, or Floodplain Notice. Comments received by December 29, 2025 will be reviewed before the request for release of funds is submitted.

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Status: Closed

Public Comment Period Open for New Smyrna Beach Corbin Park Stormwater Improvements

Comment period: December 8 – December 20, 2025

Volusia County is announcing the environmental findings and intent to request HUD funding for the New Smyrna Beach Corbin Park Stormwater Improvements Project. The project will improve drainage, reduce flood risk, and increase storm resiliency in the Corbin Park neighborhood. Portions of the project area are within the 100-year floodplain, and the County has determined there will be no significant environmental impact.

Public comments may be emailed to mdewall@volusia.org or as an alternative, comments may be submitted on paper to Volusia County Office of Recovery and Resiliency, 1578 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand during the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00PM. Please specify whether your comment is for the FONSI, RROF, or Floodplain Notice. 

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Status: Closed

Public Comment Period Open for Hurricane Milton Action Plan Substantial Amendment

Comment period: November 20 – December 21, 2025

The Hurricane Milton CDBG-DR Action Plan Substantial Amendment is now available for public review and comment. This amendment proposes increasing the maximum housing beneficiary income threshold to 120% of Area Median Income (AMI), which would open eligibility to more homeowners who need assistance.

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Status: Closed

Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

Comment period: October 9 – October 26, 2025

On or about October 27, 2025, Volusia County requested HUD’s release of funds to support the Lakewood Senior Housing Project—a four-story, 56-unit senior housing complex at 1300 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach, FL.

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Status: Closed

Public Notice - Request for Comment

Comment period: September 25 – October 2, 2025

Transform386 is seeking public comment on potential Homeowner Recovery Program project(s) that contribute to local historic significance.

Project 1 (PDF)
Project 2 (PDF)
Project 3 (PDF)

Status: Closed

Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

Comment period: April 17 – May 5, 2025

On or about May 6, 2025, Volusia County requested HUD’s release of funds to support the Multi-Family Housing Bristol Manor project—an affordable housing development in Orange City.

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Status: Closed

Public Comment Period: Draft Action Plan – Hurricane Milton Allocation

Comment period: March 14 – April 14, 2025

The Action Plan for Hurricane Milton is now available for public review.

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Status: Closed

Action Plan – Hurricane Ian Substantial Amendment 3.0

Comment period: February 14 – March 17, 2025

This amendment incorporates the transfer of funds to Mitigation activity and expands infrastructure eligibility.

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Status: Closed

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Seeking Community Input for Hurricane Milton Allocation

Comment period: January 17 – March 14, 2025

Residents are invited to participate in meetings and complete the Unmet Needs Survey for Hurricane Milton recovery planning.

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Status: Closed

Action Plan – Hurricane Ian Substantial Amendment 2.0

Comment period: October 25 – November 24, 2024

This amendment outlines updates to the Rental Repair Reimbursement Program.

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Status: Closed

Public Comment Period: Draft Action Plan – Hurricane Ian Allocation

Comment period: August – September, 2023

The Action Plan for Hurricane Ian was drafted in compliance with HUD requirements and made available for public review.

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Status: Closed

For questions or access to records not listed here, please contact transform386@volusia.org