St. Petersburg, Pinellas County break ground on affordable housing project

Florida Construction News staff writer A recent groundbreaking launched construction on 66 new affordable apartments in St. Petersburg. The start of construction for SkyWay Lofts II at 3800 34th St. S. is the first of many launches expected this spring that will bring more than 400 new affordable and workforce... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has designated adding express lanes on a stretch of I-4 from west of U.S. 27 to the Osceola County line as a top priority. It’s one of five highway projects in Central Florida given accelerated construction status as FDOT... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Florida’s has awarded $25 million to create or expand 19 programs dedicated to strengthening workforce development across Florida. Funding will provide hands-on experiences in a broad range of career and technical education programs including construction trades. School districts and Florida College System institutions receiving funding... Continue reading

An Alabama man has been charged with embezzlement for misappropriating money after he was hired to build a home in Walton County. Walton County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in August 2023 regarding a complaint from a victim regarding Michael Scott Barnes,... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Port Everglades Bulkhead Replacement Project will get underway at the end of February and continue through March 20, to assess and document the current conditions of the construction zone and all property within 200 feet prior to the launch of construction. Survey workers will... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Construction is expected to start in June or July to revamp the Clearwater Beach Marina and create a link to the Beach Walk promenade. The planned Marina Walk project includes creating a walkable destination along the waterfront by building a large boardwalk area, adding new... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Disney’s proposed affordable housing project in Horizon cleared a hurdle with the West Orange County Planning and Zoning Commission last week. Commissioners voted 4-3 to support a land-use change needed to build the 1,410-unit project on about 80 acres near State Road 429 and Hartzog... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Fort Lauderdale has asked the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to convene an independent volunteer advisory services panel to analyze flood-prone City roads and recommend criteria for a policy to determine which roads to elevate and how to prioritize and fund these improvements.... Continue reading

Special Report A-1 Industries, a trailblazer in roof truss, floor truss, and its proprietary EZWALL® Innovative Framing Solution, is redefining the landscape of home construction. With a rich history dating back to its startup roots in 1977, this 47-year-old manufacturer has not only weathered the test of time but soared... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer More than $6 million has been awarded to nine communities that were impacted by Hurricane Idalia. Funding is from the Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) program and the Florida Disaster Fund. A total of $5.3 million will go to projects to strengthen public infrastructure and expand... Continue reading