The developer’s latest rewrite would reduce density and improve traffic flow around Carpenter’s Way, but residents say trust remains the bigger issue.
Category: Housing
Posted inConsumer
As State Accuses Roofer of Deception, Polk Homeowners With Liens Face Difficult Decisions
Florida attorney general has filed a suit against Florida Roof Specialists
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Resident Wants Four Housing Authority Board Members Ousted
Mayor says City Commission’s authority is unclear. Staff will need to review legal and federal constraints.
Posted inDowntown
Downtown Lakeland Enters New Chapter as Three Apartment Properties Go Up for Sale
Once risky, Lake Mirror Tower, NoBay and The Gardens are now being marketed as reliable, high-occupancy assets.
Posted inHousing
Lakeland Shelters Prepare for Cold Temperatures Lasting Through Next Week
With lows hovering near freezing, shelters will operate above normal capacity to protect those experiencing homelessness.
Posted inHousing
Energy-Efficient Townhomes Planned for West Oak Drive Near Southgate
Developers say the design saves trees; neighbors say premature site work crossed a line.
Posted inHousing
More Townhomes, Fewer Apartments: Developers Seek to Change Wedgewood Plan
New design moves taller buildings inward and adds a second access point for Lakeland drivers.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
No Discussion, No Vote: LaLonde Questions How Housing Authority Board Rejected Audit
Stevenson says annual HUD reviews are sufficient; LaLonde says they don’t examine retaliation, wait lists or transparency.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Commissioner Calls for Investigation of Lakeland Housing Authority
Director denies allegations of favoritism, nepotism and retaliation.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Raises Impact Fees in Bid to Make Developers Pay for Growth
Increases will add about $4,000 to the cost of a new single-family home over the next four years.