Hotel‑branded towers and waterfront penthouses have pushed Tampa Bay's condo prices to new highs. Developers and buyers are reshaping the market.

The University of Tampa has filed plans for an 11‑story dorm to house about 840 students; the proposal goes before Tampa City Council on March 12, 2026. The move builds on multi‑year efforts to expand on‑campus housing amid record enrollment.

Homeowners in Tampa Bay say they paid for roof replacements but later found construction liens recorded by a supplier after their contractor allegedly failed to pay for materials.

Realtor.com data show about 64% of Florida listings carried HOA dues in 2025 and the state's median monthly HOA runs well above the national norm.

An appeals court ordered the circuit court to reconsider Liberty Group's challenge to Tampa’s denial of a Harbour Island hotel, reviving a yearslong zoning fight.

TECO’s longtime downtown building at 702 N. Franklin St. is listed for sale as its Sarasota-based owner plans a major renovation. The move tests downtown’s ability to replace a large office anchor.

Aldi will open a 12,000-square-foot store in Wellen Park's Venice Plaza this summer, joining the center near Costco. The move adds a low-cost grocery option for residents.

HB 311 would create a Homebuyer Workforce Tax Credit, letting some employers contribute up to $5,000 toward a first-time buyer's down payment or closing costs.

A developer has filed plans to replace the Oldsmar Flea Market with a 279‑unit apartment project, prompting upcoming city hearings and vendor concerns. The site and filings will be reviewed by the Planning Board and City Council this month.

Population growth and recent land purchases have sent national chains and developers racing to file plans for new retail centers across Pasco County.

State support plus a Haney Technical satellite and hangar upgrades underpin a county push to grow aviation maintenance jobs at Apalachicola Regional Airport.

Vincent Lecavalier has sued Lakeland Ice Arena, alleging a 2025 settlement went unpaid and equipment was removed. The former Lightning captain seeks about $354,000 plus interest and fees.

The Phillies have positioned about 13.5 acres south of BayCare Ballpark for a mixed‑use Ball Park Village that would follow planned stadium renovations.