Tampa is updating its Land Development Code to improve user-friendliness and development standards, and encourages public participation in the process through surveys and a kickoff meeting.

Tampa's CRA has launched a Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program to financially support home renovations in CRA Districts, with applications and assistance available at scheduled locations.

The City of Tampa partners with Blue Sky Communities to launch The Adderley, providing 128 affordable housing units, aimed at residents earning 80% or less of the area median income.

Pinellas County approved $7.94 million for 164 new affordable apartments in Largo and St. Petersburg, Florida, targeting residents earning 30-80% of AMI. This is part of the county's strategy to address the affordable housing crisis.

Tampa is reopening its Rental and Move-in Assistance Program to help working residents with high rent costs, offering financial aid for deposits, rent, and the prevention of evictions.

Sarasota's city offices extend closure through Tuesday, affecting non-essential services; garbage collection delayed by a day. City Commission meets Thursday.

The St. Petersburg City Council is set to vote on a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium and redevelopment of the Gas Plant district, with prior concerns over cost and haste being addressed.

The article discusses a WalletHub report which shows that California cities are challenging for first-time homebuyers due to high costs, in contrast to Florida cities that are more welcoming and affordable.

Florida's My Safe Florida Home program quickly ran out of its $200 million budget meant for homeowners to weather-proof their homes, leaving new applicants without funds.

Lawrence Todd Maxwell has been influential in Tampa's real estate growth, driving investment and innovation in the sector, with a strong market presence and strategy.

The city of Tampa has started construction on One Tampa, a luxury condo set to be the tallest residential building in the city upon its 2027 completion.

Saxum Real Estate Partners acquired NetPark Tampa Bay, the area's largest office complex, for $45 million, marking a key transaction in the Southeast's commercial real estate market.

Tampa's Healthy Homes Program uses a $1.9 million federal grant to provide critical home repairs for eligible homeowners, improving housing conditions and aiding the local affordable housing initiative.