Orange County's Neighborhood Services Division has launched an interactive Pine Hills Story Map. The tool gives residents a way to explore the history of the Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District, learn about projects shaping the community today and see what is ahead for one of the county's oldest and largest communities. Visible signs of change in the area include a new LYNX bus superstation, recent roadway and pedestrian infrastructure improvements and the completion of a major septic-to-sewer conversion project.
The district is also seeking input from community members after unveiling nine conceptual renderings during a public meeting in May. The renderings illustrate possibilities such as pocket parks, widened tree-lined streets, mixed-use developments featuring apartments, commercial and office space, and outdoor gathering areas. They are conceptual and are not final plans. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the ideas and share what they would like to see through Engage Orange, the community engagement portal for the county's Planning, Environmental and Development Services Department.
Created in 2011 by the Orange County Board of County Commissioners, the Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District brings together public and private partners to strengthen local businesses, government agencies and non-profit organizations, improve infrastructure, support community investment and promote a positive image of Pine Hills. The Story Map is available through Engage Orange.
Press release issued by Orange County Government Newsroom:
https://newsroom.ocfl.net/2026/08/discover-pine-hills-new-interactive-story-map-brings-the-communitys-history-and-progress-to-life/
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