Month: October 2024

Florida Construction News staff writer A new report by WeCount!, a nonprofit workers’ organization based in Homestead, has raised urgent concerns about labor conditions in South Florida’s burgeoning construction industry. Behind the Skylines: Labor Conditions in South Florida’s Commercial Construction Industry, the report highlights issues of low pay, safety hazards,... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer In a forward-looking State of Downtown address this week, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced the launch of the DTO Action Plan, a collaborative initiative designed to transform downtown Orlando into a vibrant, inclusive urban environment. Evolving from Project DTO 2.0, this comprehensive plan aims to... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) officially broke ground on its ambitious $218 million construction project yesterday, marking a significant milestone in the development of a world-class facility set to redefine aquatic sports. The ceremony took place at 11 a.m. in Fort Lauderdale, signaling... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the city of Clearwater will waive building plan review and permit fees for residents and business owners trying to make repairs after the storms. The waiver will be for customers across the city who are impacted. The... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer SeaPort Manatee, the main deep-water port in Southwest Florida, will receive $9.5 million to aid in its recovery and repair the infrastructure severely damaged by Hurricane Milton. The port plays a crucial role in distributing fuel, produce, appliances, construction materials, and wood throughout Southwest Florida... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer A-1 Industries reports that, despite “multiple tornadoes in our area” the company’s Fort Pierce facilities were unaffected by Hurricane Milton. “All systems have been restored, and we are now fully operational,” the company said in a statement after the Hurricane. “Some of our employees have... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer London + Regional Properties are planning to add two apartment buildings to the site of the Pullman Miami Airport hotel. The developer’s plan, which includes two eight-story buildings with 600 apartments and 1,344 surface parking spaces is the first to potentially bring residential to the... Continue reading

The City of Naples has approved the DPZ CoDESIGN Master Plan for the newly designated Naples Design District, previously known as the 41-10 Mixed-Use Area. The master plan outlines strategies focused on three key goals: Strengthen Existing Character: Ensure that improvements and redevelopment align with the neighborhood’s unique character and... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key in Sarasota County as a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph, leaving more than 2.2 million people without power. Powerful winds battered Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg, damaging a section of the fabric roof... Continue reading