A proposal to convert a 169-acre East Naples citrus grove into 423 homes, including 63 affordable units, heads to a county hearing as residents, environmental groups and employers debate growth, housing need and conservation near Picayune Strand State Forest. A long-standing citrus property in East Naples is at the center of a county land-use debate […]
Lennar has secured a South Florida development site in Sunrise for $164.5M through a land-banking deal. The 152-acre former Sunrise Country Club property is approved for 900 homes as the builder continues investing despite lower profits and challenging housing conditions. Lennar has moved to secure a large entitled development site in Sunrise, Florida, committing $164.5
Residents packed a Charlotte County hearing to oppose a large Pulte Homes proposal covering nearly 4,900 acres. Concerns focused on scale, wildlife impacts, traffic and infrastructure. Commissioners voted to transmit the plan for state review, while noting reservations and calling for further discussion. Residents filled the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners chambers Dec. 9
Okaloosa County approved a 15-year agreement letting D.R. Horton phase parkland for its 1,222-home Independence subdivision in north Okaloosa. The plan allows 22.1 acres of parks across 10 phases instead of 5 acres per phase, clearing the way for continued construction near Highway 90. Okaloosa County commissioners unanimously approved a long-term development agreement allowing D.R.
KB Home has officially opened Chapel Manor, its newest residential community located in Zephyrhills, Florida. The development showcases the builder’s trademark personalization experience, ENERGY STAR®–certified homes, and modern floor plans designed for contemporary family living. KB Home has officially launched Chapel Manor, its newest residential community in Zephyrhills, Florida, marking another significant addition to the
Pulte Group has proposed Meadow Vue, an 8,000-home community in rural Charlotte County. Residents are raising concerns about impacts to the area’s natural landscape. County officials will review the plan at a rescheduled Dec. 9 meeting. Pulte Group has proposed a large-scale residential community called Meadow Vue that would add up to 8,000 homes in
Florida’s construction boom faces a major labor shortage. Industry leaders say 439,000 workers are needed this year as retirements outpace new entrants. Efforts to promote trade education face slow uptake despite rising demand. A recent report from WEAR News outlines a significant labor shortage confronting Florida’s construction industry as demand for skilled workers continues to
