Development

Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
There are both benefits and strict guidelines for homes in Lakeland’s seven historic districts.
We’re breaking out our crystal ball and looking ahead towards the future of these developments underway around Lakeland.
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The Mike and Mary Sligh High School Building is dedicated to two educators who helped shape the LCS community for 50+ years.
South Lakeland has gotten a fair share of new businesses this year, but there’s plenty to be excited about on the north side of town.
One of the wellfields will be right here in Lakeland.
Are your days of sitting in I-4 traffic almost behind you?
We visited the construction site of three uniques homes in Lakeland’s Paul A. Diggs neighborhood to learn about the inspiration behind their design.
Share your thoughts on the CRA’s newest project to be a part of the Downtown West redevelopment.
320 apartments are coming soon to the former Sears department store at the Lakeland Square Mall — here’s what you need to know.
The first round of intersection transformations took place in January 2023, and it looks like more could be on the way — here’s how our readers feel about the changes to driving downtown.
The museum has broken ground on the project, slated to be complete in 2024.
With a new renewable energy field under negotiation, plans for the Central Florida Innovation District could be coming to life in Lakeland. Check out these new and proposed technology developments.
Qualifying developers will now be able to build in industrial and commercial zones with a faster approval process.
Meet the Bob Adams Family Community YMCA.
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.
Learn who’s in charge of city decisions, how to grow your business, and how to get involved.
Atlanta-based real estate company Carter has acquired 22 acres of land on Lake Wire in West Downtown Lakeland for a new mixed-use development near the RP Funding Center.
From possible new interstate lanes to local road repavings, check out this quick breakdown of recent traffic news in Lakeland, FL.
If we had the power to instantly finish a local infrastructure or development project, which project would we choose?
Become a development terminology expert faster than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
Would you rather see a fully-enclosed dog park, pod swings, or giant chess in our town square? The city is still taking input — keep reading for renderings.
Get an inside glimpse at downtown Lakeland’s newest coworking space.
With so many updates on the horizon, how can you be active in your community?
Plans have been released for a multi-use residential and retail space on the former Oak Street lot.
Get ready for the new museum to open by reading up on its features, resources, and membership details.
Check out these local small businesses opening storefronts at the new coffee shop and artisan marketplace.
Real estate experts explain what Lakeland home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices continue to rise in 2022.
Phase Two of the SunTrax vehicle testing site completed in June 2023.
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