Month: October 2024

Florida Construction News staff writer About 275 Florida Power and Light (FPL) linemen who will be working to repair damage caused by Hurricane Milton have been offered free accommodation at Former President Donald Trump’s Doral Miami resort. Eric Trump,shared a video on social media of the linemen arriving at the... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The city of St. Petersburg issued a safety advisory regarding tower cranes earlier today, as Hurricane Milton brought wind gusts exceeding 100 mph, among other devastating impacts. The following construction sites in downtown St. Pete were listed in this advisory: 400 Central Ave. (downtown) 275... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer During a fundraising event for the upcoming SEA LIFE Florida at Legoland in Orlando, guests signed the newly installed steel beam for the building that will house the aquarium, marking a significant construction milestone. Work is expected to be completed in 2025. SEA LIFE Florida... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer In a significant push to enhance Florida’s infrastructure, Gov. Ron DeSantis has unveiled the first round of $100 million in grants aimed at bolstering the state’s supply chain capacity. The announcement included an $18 million investment specifically designed to increase aggregate storage for critical construction... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Construction has been approved for a new fairgrounds site on the city’s Westside, featuring an expo hall, office space, and an amphitheater. The ambitious project, estimated to cost approximately $17 million, aims to transform the area along Normandy Boulevard, located east of the Jacksonville Equestrian... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The extent of damage from Hurricane Helene is being revealed as states across the Southeast focus on repairs to critical infrastructure. Major highways remain closed between Tennessee and North Carolina, where floodwaters have washed away bridges, landslides have blocked key roadways and floodwaters have piled... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Fort Lauderdale’s development services department is hosting a community meeting regarding amending existing mixed-use zoning standards for mixed-use development along major corridors. A presentation will be given followed by questions and open discussion. The purpose of the community meetings is to collect... Continue reading