Central Florida congestion woes increase as construction goes on
Read full article: Central Florida congestion woes increase as construction goes onThe I-4 corridor in Orlando recently underwent a significant makeover, and the Central Florida Expressway Authority is investing millions to expand the 408 expressway. Yet, many drivers say the improvements have not solved the growing traffic problems.
Here are the properties Seminole County wants to protect as the population grows
Read full article: Here are the properties Seminole County wants to protect as the population growsLeaders in Seminole County are moving forward with a list of properties identified as priorities for "Seminole Forever," a program designed to acquire lands for conservation and green space.
Osceola County set to vote on new subdivision near congested Narcoossee Road
Read full article: Osceola County set to vote on new subdivision near congested Narcoossee RoadThere are increasing concerns about traffic problems along Narcoossee Road as Osceola County commissioners prepare to approve another subdivision near the Orange and Osceola county line tonight at 5:30 p.m.
Former Kissimmee Kmart, Big Lots could become homes, shops under new plan city is considering
Read full article: Former Kissimmee Kmart, Big Lots could become homes, shops under new plan city is consideringKissimmee is ready to revamp what was once a thriving shopping center. On Tuesday night, city staff will present the commission with a proposal to redevelop the old Kmart and Big Lots site on West Vine Street.
In booming Horizon West, fire department makes plans to keep pace with growth
Read full article: In booming Horizon West, fire department makes plans to keep pace with growthOrange County’s government website notes Horizon West is the fastest-growing community in unincorporated Orange County. To keep up with the demand, Kimberly Buffkin, Division Chief for Orange County Fire Rescue, said first responders are stepping up.
Seminole County projects hope to ease Oviedo’s traffic growing pains
Read full article: Seminole County projects hope to ease Oviedo’s traffic growing painsAccording to the county, it’s likely construction on the final phase of the C.R. 419 project won’t begin for a while. It could take up to two years for the design, approvals, and bidding process alone.
Orange County, 24 other cities and counties sue over Florida law that hampers development decisions
Read full article: Orange County, 24 other cities and counties sue over Florida law that hampers development decisionsOrange County, the town of Windermere, and the cities of Deltona and Edgewater in Volusia County joined the lawsuit Monday against several Florida officials over a new law that limits the way these governments can make decisions about developments.
Ocoee challenges Florida decision to reject city’s growth plan over new law
Read full article: Ocoee challenges Florida decision to reject city’s growth plan over new lawOcoee is challenging a decision by the Florida Department of Commerce to reject the city’s revised comprehensive plan because of a controversial new state law that limits how local governments deal with growth.
‘I’m shocked, real shocked:’ Revived Haw Creek Reserve project could reshape Bunnell’s future
Read full article: ‘I’m shocked, real shocked:’ Revived Haw Creek Reserve project could reshape Bunnell’s futureA massive development project that would add 6,100 new homes and nearly quadruple the size of Bunnell has received initial approval from city officials, marking a significant turnaround for the previously rejected project.
How do you solve a problem like Osceola County’s traffic congestion? Meeting to discuss solutions
Read full article: How do you solve a problem like Osceola County’s traffic congestion? Meeting to discuss solutionsThe Central Florida Expressway Authority will meet today to discuss how to manage this rapid growth. On the agenda is a review of Osceola County’s population, which has exceeded projections, and an evaluation of infrastructure needs to alleviate traffic.
‘Legitimate concerns:’ Lake County unveils growth management survey results amid planning efforts
Read full article: ‘Legitimate concerns:’ Lake County unveils growth management survey results amid planning effortsLake County is announcing the results of a growth management survey as work is happening to develop a 25-year comprehensive plan on the issue.
What you need to know about moving to Florida, according to News 6 viewers
Read full article: What you need to know about moving to Florida, according to News 6 viewersIt’s a paradise. It’s expensive. Your health problems could get better. You may have trouble getting health care. And most important of all — don’t expect Florida to be like where you’re from. We asked News 6 viewers and readers what people should know before moving to Florida. Check out the responses.
Florida is the fastest-growing state over the last 4 years, Census says. What should people know about moving here?
Read full article: Florida is the fastest-growing state over the last 4 years, Census says. What should people know about moving here?Florida’s population has grown faster than any other state since 2020. What do you wish people to know before they move to Florida? If you are a recent transplant, what do you wish you knew?
Costco plan for Sanford’s mall has businesses lining up, officials say. Here’s when demolition begins
Read full article: Costco plan for Sanford’s mall has businesses lining up, officials say. Here’s when demolition beginsMost properties like the Seminole Towne Center sit empty — retail relics taking up prime pieces of real estate. For Sanford, the answer may be plans for a new Costco location, but city officials say that’s just the beginning for the old mall site.
‘Growth is always going to happen:’ Groveland officials to vote on key infrastructure projects
Read full article: ‘Growth is always going to happen:’ Groveland officials to vote on key infrastructure projectsAs local leaders have been working to keep up with growth in Lake County, the city of Groveland is addressing some key infrastructure improvements.
Volusia school district accuses DeBary officials of ‘self-serving financial greed’ in latest school site fight response
Read full article: Volusia school district accuses DeBary officials of ‘self-serving financial greed’ in latest school site fight responseVolusia County Public Schools says it will pursue “all available legal remedies” to get a school developed on a piece of land in DeBary, despite threats of legal action from the city.
Development planned in Orange County near Florida Everglades headwaters, stokes flooding fears
Read full article: Development planned in Orange County near Florida Everglades headwaters, stokes flooding fearsA proposed housing development on Florida wetlands in Orange Count has sparked concern among nearby residents about potential impacts on wildlife and flooding.
Lake County’s Long & Scott Farms prepares to relocate, but county leaders hope to find a compromise
Read full article: Lake County’s Long & Scott Farms prepares to relocate, but county leaders hope to find a compromiseLong & Scott Farms, a well-known Lake County staple for more than 60 years, is preparing to relocate as its 700-acre property is under contract for development. Lake County leaders are expected to discuss it Tuesday morning.
‘The industry is in a crisis:’ Construction worker shortage delaying projects, driving up costs, experts say
Read full article: ‘The industry is in a crisis:’ Construction worker shortage delaying projects, driving up costs, experts sayThe Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a national trade association representing thousands of construction workers, predicts the industry needs 439,000 additional workers in 2025 alone. For every three people retiring in the industry, just one is being hired.

Volusia County officials to discuss development moratorium
Read full article: Volusia County officials to discuss development moratoriumWith ongoing concerns about flooding problems in certain areas, the Volusia County Council will discuss the possibility of a temporary countywide moratorium on residential development.
Volusia County Council chair wants to ban new development to slow flooding
Read full article: Volusia County Council chair wants to ban new development to slow floodingResidents in Volusia County suffered serious flooding problems due to Hurricane Milton, but some have grappled with worsening flooding issues in recent years. Some say it is due to overdevelopment.
Orange County’s rural boundary amendment can stay on ballot, judge rules
Read full article: Orange County’s rural boundary amendment can stay on ballot, judge rulesAn amendment to make it harder to build developments in parts of Orange County will be on the November ballot after a judge rejected a developer’s request to remove it.
Emergency response times fail to keep up with growth in Palm Bay. Here’s how long it’s taking
Read full article: Emergency response times fail to keep up with growth in Palm Bay. Here’s how long it’s takingLonger response times in Palm Bay has the city looking to expand its police and fire, but the city says it doesn't want taxpayers to pay for it.
Orange County nears finalization of Vision 2050 growth plan. How you can still chime in
Read full article: Orange County nears finalization of Vision 2050 growth plan. How you can still chime inOrange County is holding a webinar to explain the progress that’s been made on the updated Vision 2050 plan that will guide growth in the county over the next few decades.
Apopka’s $1.2 billion mixed-use development ahead of schedule
Read full article: Apopka’s $1.2 billion mixed-use development ahead of scheduleWyld Oaks, a massive mixed-use development that's taking shape off State Road 429, will bring a mix of housing, shopping, dining, entertainment, and hotels to Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridor.
Attainable senior housing plan draws opposition from Waterford Lakes. Here’s why
Read full article: Attainable senior housing plan draws opposition from Waterford Lakes. Here’s whyA developer's plans to bring an attainable senior apartment complex to east Orange County is drawing opposition from the community.
Ormond Beach commissioners deny developer request to amend zoning map for Tomoka Oaks
Read full article: Ormond Beach commissioners deny developer request to amend zoning map for Tomoka OaksOrmond Beach commissioners Tuesday night unanimously voted against a request by developer, Triumph Oaks of Ormond Beach LLC, that Tomoka Oaks residents said would have threatened their quality of life.
'A city in the middle the country:' Sorrento residents concerned about development plan
Read full article: 'A city in the middle the country:' Sorrento residents concerned about development planNeighbors in a rural pocket of Lake County are fighting back against plans to transform hundreds of acres of pasture and scrubland into a 1,725-unit mixed-use development.
Econ Trail widening project expected to ease congestion, improve safety in east Orange County
Read full article: Econ Trail widening project expected to ease congestion, improve safety in east Orange CountyConstruction is underway on a nearly $67 million project to widen Econlockhatchee Trail in east Orange County.
Developer’s plan for mixed-use project on former landfill in Orange County faces hurdles
Read full article: Developer’s plan for mixed-use project on former landfill in Orange County faces hurdlesAs WKMG Hits the Road in the 32825 zip code of east Orange County, neighbors told us they were curious about new developments coming to the area.
Hearing on controversial development in rural Osceola County postponed
Read full article: Hearing on controversial development in rural Osceola County postponedA controversial proposal to bring new townhomes and single-family homes to a rural part of east Osceola County was unexpectedly pulled ahead of a key planning commission meeting Tuesday night.
‘Faster than they can move:’ Sanford weighs apartment moratorium as growth explodes
Read full article: ‘Faster than they can move:’ Sanford weighs apartment moratorium as growth explodesLeaders in one Seminole County city are looking into whether they should put a moratorium on approving new apartments.
Massive mixed-use development breaks ground in Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridor
Read full article: Massive mixed-use development breaks ground in Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridorWork is now underway on a $1.2 billion development that's expected to transform the northwest corner of Orange County.
‘It’s just a bad nightmare:’ East Orange residents once again fight rural land development
Read full article: ‘It’s just a bad nightmare:’ East Orange residents once again fight rural land developmentNeighbors in east Orange County are once again fighting to block a proposed development that would bring nearly 1,800 homes to their rural community.
‘Feel like I’m in an episode of the Twilight Zone:’ Ocoee neighbors frustrated with nearby development
Read full article: ‘Feel like I’m in an episode of the Twilight Zone:’ Ocoee neighbors frustrated with nearby developmentJust months after construction finished in their community, neighbors in Ocoee have been met with even more development just feet away from their properties.
‘I think it’s going to help a lot:’ Osceola County begins widening of Boggy Creek Road
Read full article: ‘I think it’s going to help a lot:’ Osceola County begins widening of Boggy Creek RoadEarlier this week, the county announced on social media the Boggy Creek Widening and Improvement project is now underway.
From pineapples to people: Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village taking on more residential projects
Read full article: From pineapples to people: Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village taking on more residential projectsOn the shores of Lake Ivanhoe just north of Downtown Orlando, Ivanhoe Village has long been known for its unique shops, dive bars, and restaurants, but it's becoming a popular place to live.
Hundreds of apartments coming to evolving Oviedo Mall. Could city hall be next?
Read full article: Hundreds of apartments coming to evolving Oviedo Mall. Could city hall be next?In a bid to stay relevant in the rapidly evolving retail landscape, malls across the United States are undergoing ambitious redevelopment projects aimed at transforming these traditional shopping hubs into dynamic, multi-purpose spaces.
Sanford leaders reject developer’s new financing plan for Heritage Park project
Read full article: Sanford leaders reject developer’s new financing plan for Heritage Park projectThe developer behind Heritage Park, a long-stalled plan to bring new apartments and commercial space to downtown Sanford, suffered another setback Monday night after commissioners unanimously voted against moving forward with a new way to secure the necessary funding to build the mixed-use project.
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Construction begins on 66-acre park at Orlando’s Packing District
Read full article: Construction begins on 66-acre park at Orlando’s Packing DistrictORLANDO, Fla. – Local leaders came out to Orlando’s new Packing District Thursday to commemorate the start of construction of what will be a 66-acre park that will help transform what once was a predominant industrial area. The park will be located along Princeton Street near John Young Parkway and Orange Blossom Trail. The space will also house Orlando’s Tennis Centre featuring more than a dozen new courts, plus walking and biking trails. Crews outside continue to redevelop Princeton Street down to four lanes of traffic. Dyer told News 6 he expects the park to be completed sometime during summer 2021.
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Here’s how the issue of growth is impacting Maitland’s city council race
Read full article: Here’s how the issue of growth is impacting Maitland’s city council race“My platform is called ‘Smart Growth’ and that’s what we have to do,” Guthrie said. “I’m supporting that we have more restriction on our growth,” Guthrie said. They are going to have to bring something for the community,” Guthrie said." “I’m all about smart growth,” Brownlee said. However, he said he’s also gone door-to-door speaking to residents who have complaints that Maitland is growing too much.