Developers seek to demolish prominent Sarasota building in need of massive repairs to build condos

The historic Mira Mar building on Palm Avenue in Sarasota has been sold to a local developer who plans to demolish the existing building and build 70 condominiums as well as retail space there.

The Sarasota developer, Seaward Development, is promising to build a new structure that pays homage to the original look and design of the property, originally built in 1922. Seaward is scheduled to go before the city’s Historic Preservation Board on Tuesday, June 15 to get permission to tear down the existing structure. City staff is recommending the board deny the request.