Orlando leaders are set to discuss an ordinance Monday night that could temporarily loosen restrictions in one of the city’s downtown historic preservation districts to try to attract investment, but critics warn could put irreplaceable buildings at risk.

A decision to move forward with a development along Marsh Road in Winter Garden is frustrating residents concerned the road cannot handle the influx of new residents. At a meeting, city leaders acknowledged there was an issue, but said developers cannot be required to fix pre-existing road issues.

St. Cloud leaders have defended a $60 million mixed-use development planned for downtown after criticism on social media about how the city is growing too much.

More than 8,800 homes are coming to a new "city within a city" in Daytona Beach. The city of Daytona Beach approved plans for an Avalon Park Daytona. Developers say they have plans to deal with the infrastructure woes this community could cause.

Goodwill has submitted an application to build a development at the former site of Flea World in Seminole County.

City leaders in Oviedo have voted to prevent future development on the Twin Rivers Golf Course property, approving an official declaration aimed at preserving the land as green space.

Orange County’s plans to widen McCulloch Road — a 1-mile stretch running from Lockwood Boulevard to North Tanner Road near the Orange and Seminole county line — have drawn pushback from Seminole County commissioners, who say they were left out of the conversation.

The future of the old Volusia County Jail in downtown DeLand is in the hands of city commissioners once again. Monday’s rezoning hearing marks the first public hearing on a redevelopment project in two years — and local business owners are ready for change.

After city leaders in Sanford scrapped a major development in the downtown area, commissioners are once again discussing what could happen to the properties where the Heritage Park project was once planned.

A group of neighbors who first reached out to our News 6 Neighborhood Network and then took their concerns to Sanford’s City Commission — got the result they wanted.

Concerned residents and business owners packed City Hall in Winter Garden on Thursday night, filling commission chambers to capacity as they voiced fears over how recent downtown property sales could reshape the community and force out small businesses.

We're hearing from the new owners of the Seminole Towne Center for the first time about their plans for the mall, bringing Costco to Sanford, and what comes next.

Concern and frustration are growing in downtown Winter Garden as residents sound the alarm about a wave of small business closures and building sales. In the past year, at least nine buildings in downtown Winter Garden have been sold to different buyers, raising questions about what’s next for the city’s historic core.

In the past year, at least nine commercial buildings in Downtown Winter Garden have sold for millions of dollars. The building at 2 W Plant Street sold on Dec. 31 for $2.2 million. That building was home to Three Birds Cafe — was, because now the owner is being forced to close.

Construction is currently underway in west Orange County on segments five and six of the Flemings Road Extension. Crews are also extending New Independence Parkway and Reams Road. Horizon West residents hope it eases congestion, but worries it may cause other problems.

Proposals that would allow single-family homes on some property zoned for agriculture and make it more difficult for local governments to increase impact fees started to move forward Tuesday in the Florida Senate.

A growing Brevard County community hasn’t built a new apartment complex in decades, and it might stay like that near Courtenay Parkway and State Road 528 if some neighbors fed up with traffic get their way.

The St. Cloud City Council will vote to approve preliminary plans for two new subdivisions, potentially adding 123 homes to the area.

A mixed-use development project would bring thousands of square feet of commercial, retail, and housing space to International Parkway.

There 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.

Orange 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.

The city of Sanford is considering a plan to redevelop a nearly century-old historic former hotel.

Deltona fire officials want to cut fire emergency response times, but say that could take tens of millions of dollars in upgrades. The city is looking to renovate existing fire stations and build several new ones to keep up with rapid population growth.

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Most 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.

The latest development in Orlando’s Packing District appears to be getting underway.

Deltona leaders are thinking about pausing all new residential development with a moratorium.

A bill containing language that would have allowed property developers to get around county rural boundary requirements failed in the Florida Senate on Thursday. The Senate rejected SB 1080 on a vote of 18 to 19. Nine Republicans joined the 10 Senate Democrats in defeating the bill.

The Florida Department of Transportation says a project that will add and extend turn lanes at the I-75 and Highway 484 interchange in the Marion Oaks area is on schedule to be completed by late fall of this year. But there are dozens of other projects in the area.

The City of Winter Garden approved a letter of intent to continue discussing a multi-use project that includes an open-air soccer stadium at a City Commission Meeting Thursday night.

City leaders in Deltona are working to keep their community wild and natural.

The bridge, which is 4,025 feet over the Indian River, will connect the mainland to Kennedy Space Center, and is expected to enhance transportation for both residents and the ever-growing space industry.

A proposed housing development on Florida wetlands in Orange Count has sparked concern among nearby residents about potential impacts on wildlife and flooding.

Long & 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 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.

After pressure from the public and a conservative law firm, Orange County is no longer considering a moratorium on churches in rural areas.

Will a new year bring new life to the Seminole Towne Center mall in Sanford?

A massive nature park on over 200 acres is set to open in DeBary next year.

The developer is asking the city to annex the land where the Veranda Bay development would be built. The developer has already cleared land for housing and commercial space on the East side of John Anderson Highway but is now looking to add more homes on about 900 acres on the West side of John Anderson.

A Dallas-based real estate brokerage is helping to sell Orlando Fashion Square Mall, long the subject of redevelopment plans that never came to fruition.

Residents 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.

Volusia County Chair Jeff Brower said on social media on Saturday that he aims to propose a construction moratorium for the entire county at the next council meeting.

Orange County officials have struck a deal to stop Orlando from annexing 52,000+ acres of land in southeast Orange County.

The city of Orlando on Monday joined the growing number of county and city governments opting out of a state law that is supposed to bring more affordable housing to communities.

The city of Orlando is delaying a decision on whether to annex a piece of east Orange County property until just before the November election, when county voters could approve two charter amendments that will make annexation harder.

Two areas in the tropics are being monitored for development, including one system in the Atlantic that could become a tropical depression.

After numerous financial setbacks, Sanford city leaders voted Monday to scrap the Heritage Park in the downtown area.

Orange County voters will decide in November on a charter amendment to establish a rural boundary.

An amendment on the November ballot will give voters in Orange County a chance to restrict development in rural areas.

A disturbance in the Atlantic is holding at medium chances into Sunday evening for tropical development over the next week.

A group of neighbors in St. Cloud have formed tight-knit community in an area called The Manor in unincorporated Osceola County.

Developers who remove trees and don't replace them will be fined in Seminole County. But the cost of doing business for them is worth it, for the county too, who can now use that money to improve our parks, trails, and green spaces.

The drill comes as the city prepares for the new SunRail in DeLand set to open this summer on Old New York Avenue.

Plans to bring a giant mixed-use development with more than 1,000 multi-family units to the former Flea World site are getting closer to reality.

Neighbors 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.

A 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.

The Kissimmee City Commission is looking for ways to keep the city’s growth on track as they run low on available land for development.

With Orlando attracting millions of visitors each year, there are plenty of hotel and resort options – nearly 500 – to choose from, but one is offering something the others can’t: the beach.

A hotel developer is planning to build a massive resort near State Road 535 and Interstate 4.

As growth continues in Central Florida, so do the growing pains.

On 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.

The 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.

The small Volusia County city of DeBary has some big plans to build an entire downtown from scratch.

From its miles of coastline to its charming, laid-back vibes, it's easy to see what draws people to New Smyrna Beach, but six miles away from the white sand and Flagler Avenue, a new New Smyrna is emerging.

The National Hurricane Center on Thursday highlighted a new area in the Caribbean for potential development.

After construction started on a project behind their home and they couldn’t get answers about it, Celia Battistone and her husband reached out to News 6 for help.

There's a growing push in the Dr. Phillips community of Orange County to stop hundreds of new apartments from being built in a busy shopping center.

Residents in a Lake County neighborhood claim smoke has become a nuisance in their community, and they say increased development is the cause of the problem.

Mount Dora residents are concerned a proposed development inside the Wolf Branch Innovation District doesn’t match what was originally planned.

Osceola County commissioners got a look at the long backups residents in St. Cloud have to deal with every morning on Nolte Road and Old Canoe Creek Road just before the Florida’s Turnpike entrance ramp.

The changes would mean certain developments could not be passed on a 3-2 majority, which has become an issue in recent years.

Seminole County leaders are moving forward with new safety efforts at busy intersections along the Seminole Wekiva Trail.

The Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority’s LYNX bus service announced Tuesday it was awarded a $300,000 as part of a national program for transportation projects.

In addition to those large-scale features, another large plume of Saharan dust is trekking across the Atlantic.

Adelon Capital is looking to break ground in Orange County this year on the first of five planned inland lagoons in the works for Central Florida.

The 65-acre area next to Lake Orlando off Orange Blossom Trail is slated to become the RoseArts District.

A pair of South Florida developers are looking to build five, inland, public access lagoons in Central Florida.

ORMOND BEACH, Fla. – There is a growing push to stop planned development along a beloved scenic route in Volusia County, the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail. Suzanne Scheiber, Founder of Dream Green Volusia, said she’s also handed out over 400 “Defend the Loop” signs. We’ve even gotten emails from people out of the state that travel here,” said Jeff Brower, Chair of the Volusia County Council. Then it would come to the county council and then I believe council would approve it,” Brower said. Then, the county council will vote on purchasing the land at its meeting on April 20.

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Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Central Business District is currently hovering around $1,225. 125 E. Pine St.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $1,522/month, this 703-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 125 E. Pine St. 155 S. Court Ave.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit over at 155 S. Court Ave. 730 Highland Ave.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, check out this two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 730 Highland Ave. Additionally, if youre an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

1815 Larkin Ave. (Dixie Belle)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $2,750/month, this 1,023-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is located at 1815 Larkin Ave. 1404 Catherine St. (Lake Davis-Greenwood)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, there's this three-bedroom, three-bathroom abode situated at 1404 Catherine St. 343 Agnes St. (Lake Cherokee)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's a 2,362-square-foot two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom spot at 343 Agnes St. that's going for $2,750/month. In the unit, expect to see hardwood flooring and a deck. Additionally, if youre an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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6315 Westgate DrivePhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $1,205/month, this 992-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom abode is located at 6315 Westgate Drive. 4312 S. Kirkman Road (Kirkman South)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo located at 4312 S. Kirkman Road. The building features a gym, secured entry and a swimming pool. 2203 Yankee Place (Park Central)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's an 874-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 2203 Yankee Place that's going for $1,245/month. Building amenities include on-site laundry, a swimming pool, a gym, garage parking and an elevator.

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Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in South Semoran is currently hovering around $950. 4606 Commander DrivePhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $925/month, this 735-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 4606 Commander Drive. 5785 Gatlin Ave.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 5785 Gatlin Ave. 4504 Commander DrivePhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's a 636-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 4504 Commander Drive that's going for $950/month. 5530 Chrishire WayPhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperFinally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit over at 5530 Chrishire Way.

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Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in South Semoran is currently hovering around $950. 5737 Gatlin Ave.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $1,150/month, this 1,054-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 5737 Gatlin Ave. 4818 S. Semoran Blvd. Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit over at 4818 S. Semoran Blvd. 4536 Commander DrivePhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's a 1,054-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit at 4536 Commander Drive that's going for $1,200/month.

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South Eola is very walkable, is very bikeable and has good transit options, according to Walk Score's rating system. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in South Eola look like these days and what might you get for the price? Amenities offered in the building include outdoor space and garage parking. This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Additionally, if youre in the real estate business learn how to do local real estate advertising in your ZIP codes.

The building offers a gym and a swimming pool. 2143 Raper Dairy Road (Lake Frendrica)Photo: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideNext, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 2143 Raper Dairy Road. 4736 Walden Circle (Florida Center North)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's a 560-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot at 4736 Walden Circle that's going for $925/month. 5785 Gatlin Ave. (South Semoran)Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperLocated at 5785 Gatlin Ave., here's a 735-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's also listed for $925/month. 2526 Lemon Tree Lane (Park Central)Photo: ZumperListed at $925/month, this 642-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot is located at 2526 Lemon Tree Lane.

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So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Baldwin Park look like these days and what might you get for your money? A look at local listings in Baldwin Park via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Orlando neighborhood. 4750 New Broad St.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperListed at $1,252/month, this 650-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 4750 New Broad St., is 4.4% less than the $1,309/month median rent for a one bedroom in Baldwin Park. 1352 Lake Baldwin LanePhoto: ZumperPhoto: ZumperThis one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1352 Lake Baldwin Lane, is listed for $1,275/month for its 650 square feet. 4460 Lower Park RoadPhoto: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideThen there's this 705-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4460 Lower Park Road, listed at $1,309/month.

5800 Dolphin Drive (South Semoran)Photo: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideListed at $1,005/month, this 728-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 5800 Dolphin Drive. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. 3149 Landtree Place (Bryn Mawr)Photo: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideNext, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 3149 Landtree Place. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

So what does the budget rent on a rental in Engelwood Park look like these days and what might you get for the price? A look at local listings in Engelwood Park via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Orlando neighborhood. In the unit, look for carpeted floors and a dishwasher. This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Additionally, if youre in the real estate business learn how to do local real estate advertising in your ZIP codes.

10207 Dwell CourtPhoto: Apartment GuideListed at $1,610/month, this 1,206-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 10207 Dwell Court. 7650 Lower Gateway Loop (Lake Nona Central)Photo: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment located at 7650 Lower Gateway Loop. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is car-dependent, has some bike infrastructure and has minimal transit options. According to Walk Score, this location is very walkable, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. Additionally, if youre an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

The apartment comes with a balcony. According to Walk Score, this location is very walkable, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options. Per Walk Score ratings, this location is somewhat walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. According to Walk Score, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options. Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is bikeable and has some transit options.

Lake Nona Central requires a car for most errands, is bikeable and doesn't offer many public transit options, according to Walk Score's rating system. 7650 Lower Gateway LoopPhoto: Apartment GuidePhoto: Apartment GuideListed at $1,282/month, this 870-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 7650 Lower Gateway Loop, is 12.5% less than the $1,465/month median rent for a one-bedroom in Lake Nona Central. The building offers garage parking; in the unit, the listing promises a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet. The building offers secured entry and garage parking. The building offers garage parking, secured entry, a swimming pool and a gym.