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Industries

  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • September 13, 2019
Tampa among nation's most active apartment markets

The Tampa area in 2019 ranks among the Top 20 U.S. markets for new apartment unit development, according to a new survey from real estate researcher Yardi Matrix.

  • Commercial Real Estate
  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • September 13, 2019
Iconic Sarasota "Vault" building is purchased by investor

Doug Libertore, a Sarasota investor, has purchased the city's "vault" building for $4.1 million, where he plans to open a new brain and autism spectrum research center.

  • Commercial Real Estate
  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • September 13, 2019
Stone, Steel, Wood

Altis Cardinal's Elements on Third repurposes a series of old office buildings for apartments in St. Petersburg

  • Commercial Real Estate
  • By Denise Federer
  • September 13, 2019
Six steps to become an inclusive leader.

It’s a proven-successful approach to leadership that companies are quickly adopting.

  • Transactions
  • By Business Observer Staff
  • September 6, 2019
Grocery chain acquired, plans to expand bulk, private label sections

Richard's Foodporium has 12 retail stores in Florida and a 22,000-square-foot warehouse complex in north Sarasota.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Jay Schlichter
  • September 6, 2019
Restauranteurs pick out-of-the-way spot to build eatery featuring massive tiki huts

Kearns Restaurant Group knew their latest concept was a hit, so they built a second one. This one's in west Fort Myers.

  • Development
  • By Grier Ferguson
  • September 6, 2019
Structure aims to solve parking problem in big way — with 521 spaces in multistory garage

The new St. Armands parking garage has several sustainability features, including solar panels, LED lights and electric vehicle charging stations.

  • Development
  • By Grier Ferguson
  • September 6, 2019
New library picks up on area’s style, gives patrons space to congregate

The William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Public Library has walls of glass and lots of natural light.

  • Development
  • By Grier Ferguson
  • September 6, 2019
By tapping into needs of several entities, construction firm develops niche in cold storage facilities

Lakewood Ranch-based Halfacre Construction Co. has done over 20 cold storage projects — and counting.

  • Development
  • By Jay Schlichter
  • September 6, 2019
Construction firm turns historic building into community foundation

Nearly 100-year-old railroad depot transformed into welcoming space for collaboration efforts.

  • Development
  • By Jay Schlichter
  • September 6, 2019
Solar ground mount racking company leader had specific vision for their headquarters

Construction firm that build Fort Myers-based TerraSmart gave all the credit to company president.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • September 6, 2019
Power up: St. Pete Pier set to wow visitors with unique canopies

The eye-catching, covered approach to the Sunshine City's new showpiece features a complex solar energy array.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • September 6, 2019
Kick back at the Salt Shack, the latest waterfront restaurant to open in Tampa

The Salt Shack, Tampa's newest waterfront restaurant, has opened on previously vacant land located at Rattlesnake Point in south Tampa, Florida.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • September 6, 2019
New apartment community an oasis of cool amid urban jungle

NRP Group, a Cleveland-based multifamily housing developer, has completed Allure at Gateway, a 274-unit, $48 million apartment community in Pinellas Park, Florida, that offers striking water features and creature comforts.

  • Development
  • By Kevin McQuaid
  • September 6, 2019
Channelside Apartments trade for $65.2 million

A California investment firm has acquired the 325-unit Channelside Apartments in Fort Myers for $65.2 million, an 18.5% premium to the $55 million the seller paid in April 2016.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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