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The Apopka Voice
Published September 08Apopka DRC to review 100-unit apartment community, Kelly Park projects
A proposed 100-unit apartment community on Old Dixie Highway is among four construction site plans headed to the Apopka Development Review Committee. The committee will also review projects in Springhaven, Crossroads at Kelly Park, and on South Highland Avenue.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 08Opinion: Successful downtowns begin when cities decide to build something consequential- Part 2
Cities near Apopka's size have transformed their downtowns by concentrating public resources around distinctive parks, cultural facilities, and civic destinations. Their experiences show that Apopka must move beyond disconnected improvements and decide what kind of downtown it…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 04New affordable housing units are coming to Pine Hills
Nearly 100 new affordable housing units are coming to Pine Hills.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 03Marriott hotel moves closer to construction at Floridian Town Center
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved the major development plan for a four-story Fairfield Inn and TownePlace Suites hotel at Floridian Town Center. The developer must complete the construction site plan review, while a related Fudge Road annexation will return for a…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 02Eatonville puts off decision on higher fines for delayed data center
The Eatonville Town Council considered Tuesday whether to double the fine from $250 to $500 a day. Instead, council members decided to meet with the developer before making a decision.
The Apopka Voice
Published August 27After years of legal battles, Southwick Commons opens in Apopka
Southwick Commons has opened 192 affordable apartments in Apopka after years of litigation and permitting disputes with the City. Rents at the community begin at approximately $1,103 for one-bedroom units, $1,440 for two-bedroom units, and $1,647 for three-bedroom units.
VoxPopuli
Published July 18Homeowner files petition for Ninth Circuit Court to review city’s rezoning decision | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Claims the city created a “brand new zoning category” for developer Scott Boyd that’s unique to this city project.
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Published July 18Winter Garden outlines parameters for ADUs | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Tiny homes may offer a multitude of solutions for housing affordability, caregiving, aging in place.
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Published July 18Johns Lake Urban Village scores Winter Garden re-zoning victory despite neighbors' traffic concerns | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
“We don’t want to limit development, but does the infrastructure support these residents?” asks American Society for Civil Engineers board member and Winter Garden resident.
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Published July 18Developer Scott Boyd shaped Winter Garden re-zoning ordinance he requested for Johns Lake Urban Village community | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Government legal expert says practice is “pretty darn normal.”
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Published February 18Winter Garden cafe, store forced to close amid million-dollar building-buying spree | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
At least 9 buildings sold in downtown area in 2025.