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Development

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  • By Jay Schlichter
  • November 22, 2019
Prolific builder: Region succeeds because it isn't Miami

A developer looks back — to the recession, for one, when he had to let go of 85% of the staff — and forward on a host of new projects. Controlled growth is a key component of the business model. .

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Jay Schlichter
  • October 4, 2019
Cape crusade: City leaders advocating for redevelopment and new growth

Establishing a commercial hub within a city — and chasing people's entertainment dollars — requires both bold vision and patience.

  • Commercial Real Estate
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • 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.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • May 31, 2019
'Consultive contracting' builds repeat business

Commercial contractor builds business by advocating for its clients, striving to always do the right thing and instilling a culture of ethics. Returning phone calls doesn’t hurt, either.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By John Haughey
  • March 29, 2019
Highly-touted driverless car testing track in region nears several milestones

Commercial clients are coming into view for SunTrax. Will Google or Uber be next?

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • March 15, 2019
The Top 50 Contractors: More than $5.5 billion in revenue

The Business Observers' ranking of the top 50 contractors by revenue includes top projects and more.

  • Construction-Development
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  • By Grier Ferguson
  • March 15, 2019
Seeing growth, construction firm puts more resources into Florida's west coast

Pompano Beach-based Current Builders has opened an office in St. Petersburg.

  • Construction-Development
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