Volusia County Charter Amendment 5 — Establish Registry Increasing County Council Voting Requirement for Transfer of Conservation Land

Ballot measure · November 3, 2026 · Voters in the countywide

What it does
Shall the Volusia County Charter be amended to establish a conservation land registry to which land may be added or removed by a majority plus one vote of the entire County Council, with heightened notice requirements for removal, which registry will prohibit property from being conveyed unless the County Council determines the land is no longer needed for conservation purposes; and providing exceptions for public purpose and takings by eminent domain?
Needed to pass
A simple majority

Official text: source

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Quick answers

How many votes does Volusia County Charter Amendment 5 need to pass?
A simple majority
Should I vote yes or no on Volusia County Charter Amendment 5?
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When is the vote?
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

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