What's coming, corner by corner.
Every project we're tracking — new shops and restaurants, subdivisions, warehouses, road work, and the civic fights over them — from first filing to opening day. Each one links to a full page with the timeline and the receipts.
All tracked projects
Transit Stop Bench Installed at Socrum Loop
A transit stop bench has been permitted at 4420 Socrum Loop Rd N.
Business incentive awarded for work at 339 Highway 98 South
Lakeland's Community Redevelopment Agency has awarded an incentive for improvements at 339 Highway 98 South.
Laundromat and retail coming to Sharon Drive
A laundromat and retail space is planned for 1050 Sharon Drive.
Magnolia Montessori plans parking and garden expansion at Oakhill Street
A concept plan for additional parking and garden space at Magnolia Montessori's Oakhill Street location.
Golconda Convenience Store planned for Memorial Boulevard East
A convenience store is in review at 1325 Memorial Boulevard East.
Gateway Warehouse site plan withdrawn at 5301 Gateway Blvd
A proposed warehouse project on Gateway Boulevard has been withdrawn from City review.
Morgan Ave Apartments moving forward at 608 N Morgan
Gregory Ashey's concept plan for Morgan Ave Apartments at 608 N Morgan Ave has been completed.
Conditional Use Permit at 1205 Mayflower withdrawn
A conditional use permit application for 1205 Mayflower Dr has been withdrawn.
Berkley Accelerated Middle School plans a spot on Lake Avenue in Auburndale
A commercial site plan for Berkley Accelerated Middle School is under review at 117 Lake Avenue East, with tenant buildout permits filed for two suites.
A new Firestone auto care center is coming to Lakeland Highlands Road
A Firestone Complete Auto Care shop is being built at 3645 Lakeland Highlands Road.
84 Lumber is planning a location in the Winter Haven area
Building-materials company 84 Lumber is seeking permission to pave more of a 2.74-acre business-park site off Industrial Boulevard.
SR 563 median work at Pear and Parker Streets
FDOT is planning a median modification on SR 563 where Pear and Parker Streets intersect.
Pool lighting upgrades coming to Solterra Resort in Davenport
Permits filed for underwater and ground lighting installation at the lazy river.
Sign reduced at Eagle Lake truck stop location
A commercial sign is being reduced in height and face size at 101 N Highway 17 in Eagle Lake.
Change of use coming to Winter Haven commercial property
A change of use permit has been filed for 3707 NW Avenue M in Winter Haven.
Commercial Building Project on US 92 in Auburndale Seeking Permits
A commercial project at 1080 US Highway 92 W in Auburndale has multiple building permits under review.
Auto repair shop change of use approved at Cypress Gardens Road in Winter Haven
Justin Faltus Auto Glass Brands has received official land use approval to operate an auto repair shop at 3001 Cypress Gardens Road.
Lake May District seeks to rezone six parcels in Winter Haven from heavy commercial to planned development
Lake May District JV, LLC is requesting a rezoning of six parcels on Sixth Street from Commercial-Heavy (C-4) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning.
Mulberry site seeks zoning change along Highway 37
A 9.2-acre parcel on Highway 37 south of Mulberry is seeking to change from BPC-1 to BPC-2 sub-district zoning.
Commercial accessory structure approved on Transformation Way in Auburndale
A commercial accessory structure has been permitted at 100 Transformation Way in Auburndale.
227-unit apartment complex proposed for S Westgate Avenue
A seven-building apartment development with 227 units is under review for a site off S Westgate Avenue near Ariana Street.
Highlands Plaza is filling up with Aldi, Ellianos, Planet Fitness and more
A retail center on Lakeland Highlands Road is being reworked with a new drive-through coffee shop, a grocery store, a gym and medical space.
Property on Holly Hill Fruit Road moving into Haines City
A parcel at 2115 Holly Hill Fruit Road is being annexed into Haines City and rezoned.
Warehouse space at Commerce Point Drive getting new tenant fit-out
A 33,600-square-foot commercial space at 2345 Commerce Point Drive is undergoing interior renovation and equipment installation.
Self-storage expansion approved for Hobbs Road in Auburndale
Pack Safe Storage is modifying its permit to expand Tymac Storage, a 5.1-acre commercial project on Hobbs Road.
Site plan review underway at 1102 Hidden Palms Drive in Davenport
A development review is in process for a site plan at 1102 Hidden Palms Drive in Davenport.
Publix upgrades its deli plant and warehouse buildings on New Tampa Highway
Publix is reroofing warehouse and maintenance buildings and adding fire and life-safety systems across its Lakeland deli plant campus.
A commercial land-use change is proposed along Socrum Loop West
A 1.49-acre parcel on Socrum Loop West could shift from low-density residential to a commercial corridor designation.
Crossed Paws Pet Rescue's kennels near Auburndale are turned down by county commissioners
A dog rescue asked Polk County to let it keep and build kennels on a five-acre property, but commissioners denied the request on appeal.
A Publix and a retail plaza are planned for Old Lake Alfred Road
Plans call for a Publix supermarket and a 9,800-square-foot multi-tenant retail shell at Old Lake Alfred Road in Lake Alfred.
Commercial building permit issued for Haire Lane in Auburndale
A new commercial building permit has been issued for 200 Haire Ln in Auburndale.
Research and Development Laboratory Coming to Kidron Road
A research and development facility of an industrial nature is proposed for 4020 Kidron Road.
Commercial Building Permit Issued at Bobby Green Place in Auburndale
A commercial building permit has been issued at 6 Bobby Green Place in Auburndale.
Property on Old Highway 37 in Mulberry being divided into 5 lots
Chaudhry Family Properties is seeking approval to split acreage into 5 lots on Old Highway 37 in Mulberry.
Open Doors Foundation seeks land use approval for food pantry in Bartow
A nonprofit is requesting verification to place a mobile home and operate a donation storage facility on a Bartow property.
Lakeland Linder Airport is filling in with new buildings, hangars and an Amazon lot
A steady run of permits on the city-owned airport parcel covers an Avelo village, a $2.6M aviation hangar, Amazon EV chargers and an admin remodel.
A drone-charging station is proposed at Lakeland Square Mall
A concept plan for a "Zipline Drone Charger" is under review at Lakeland Square Mall, alongside a steady run of store buildouts.
Auto parts recycling proposal withdrawn at 5320 Combee Rd N
An auto parts recycling facility proposed for North Combee Road has been withdrawn from city review.
Lone Palm Golf Course planning a renovation master plan
A renovation master plan is in the works for Lone Palm Golf Course on Lone Palm Drive.
Polk County expanding North Central Landfill with new cells
Polk County Solid Waste Division is designing and permitting new landfill cells at North Central Landfill in Winter Haven.
Conditional Use Permit approved at 1512 Gary Road E
A conditional use permit has been approved for 1512 Gary Road E, with roof and signage work underway.
Self-storage facility planned for Lake Hamilton Drive in Winter Haven
A self-storage facility is in review for a site on West Lake Hamilton Drive.
Commercial addition coming to Pace Center Drive in Auburndale
A commercial addition is under review at 1030 Pace Center Drive in Auburndale.
New commercial building planned on US 92 in Auburndale
A commercial building is planned for 2111 US Highway 92 W in Auburndale following demolition of the existing structure.
Champions Assembly Church Expansion planned on Highway 27 in Davenport
Champions Assembly Church is expanding at its Highway 27 location in Davenport.
Retail building with four units coming to Progress Plaza in Davenport
A 3,950-square-foot retail building is planned as an addition to Progress Plaza on Highway 27.
Truck and equipment parking proposed for Winter Haven industrial site
A Winter Haven property used for truck parking could expand to include equipment sales and storage.
A warehouse tenant is fitting out space on New Tampa Highway
A large industrial building on New Tampa Highway is being reworked for a tenant, with records tied to Star Distribution.
Travis Worley site plan withdrawn in Haines City
A site-plan filing for property on Jennings Road in Haines City was withdrawn.
Industrial buildout and a rezoning move ahead along Drane Field Road
A commercial interior buildout at 4590 Drane Field Road has been permitted while nearby owners seek an industrial rezoning and update stormwater plans for a distribution site.
Commercial addition underway at 202 Gandy Rd in Auburndale
A commercial addition at 202 Gandy Rd in Auburndale has received building permits.
Commercial building demolished on US 92 in Auburndale
A commercial building at 2105 US Highway 92 W in Auburndale has been demolished.
Eloise Main Street Corridor rezoning heads to county vote
County-initiated plan amendment to rezone Eloise Main Street area for mixed commercial and community uses.
New cross-access road planned between Highway 27 properties in Lake Wales
A shared vehicular connection is proposed to link two commercial properties on Highway 27 in Lake Wales.
Polk County builds warehouse and office complex in Bartow
Polk County is constructing a joint-use facility with warehouse, office, and support buildings on Bob Phillips Road.
A land-use change called Organic Matters heads through Polk County review
A comprehensive plan amendment filed by Chris Reko is working through Polk County's hearing process in unincorporated south-central Polk.
Zoning and plan changes sought near State Road 37 in Mulberry
A rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment have been filed for property on South Highway 37 in Mulberry.
Lakeland Hoop House planned for Pipkin Road South
A concept plan for Lakeland Hoop House at 4298 Pipkin Road South is in the approval process.
Adult day services concept plan withdrawn at Commercial Park Drive
A concept plan for New Hope Adult Day Services at 1517 Commercial Park Drive has been withdrawn.
Large-scale drinking establishment planned for MLK Boulevard in Winter Haven
Samuel Anicette has requested a de novo hearing for special use approval to open a large-scale drinking establishment at 221 Martin Luther King Boulevard NE.
Interior remodel underway at 522 Magnolia in Auburndale
A commercial interior remodel permit application is in corrections review.
Multifamily housing planned for Pipkin Road West
A concept plan for multifamily housing has been completed at 5015 Pipkin Road West.
Lakeland is building a new electrical facility on Glendale Street
The City of Lakeland has permitted a new electrical building, backup generators and a fuel tank at 1825 Glendale Street.
GrayLineX wants four industrial acres at Lakeland's southern edge
A company called GrayLineX is asking the county to allow industrial use, with limits, on about four acres at Lakeland's southern edge.
A commercial corner on Shimmering Drive is one vote from approval
A request to expand a small commercial area onto 3.87 acres near Shimmering Drive, south of Lakeland, goes to its final hearing July 21.
Industrial rezoning proposed for Airport Road land
Owners want to rezone about 25 acres on Airport Road to allow medium and light industrial uses.
Business park on Highway 98 South seeks to allow light industrial uses
A 21.89-acre business park at 1200 Highway 98 South is seeking approval to add light industrial and wholesale trade uses to its existing office and commercial entitlements.
Medical office and bank branch planned for Oakbridge Parkway site
A 4,200 sq. ft. medical office and 3,000 sq. ft. retail bank with drive-through are proposed to replace previous commercial plans at 1200 Oakbridge Parkway.
Land near Shimmering Drive cleared for a Community Activity Center
Polk County approved a future land use change on about 3.87 acres, shifting it from low-density residential to a Community Activity Center with a specific activity center plan.
3.8 acres near SR 60 north of Mulberry cleared for industrial use
County commissioners approved changing 3.81 acres from suburban residential to industrial land use on a site west of State Road 60, north of Mulberry.
Fuse Holdings seeks zoning and land-use changes on Industrial Park Road in Mulberry
Industrial Park Road property in Mulberry moving through approval process for use changes
Laura Road property rezoned for mixed-use development
Two rezoning applications for 559 Laura Rd have been approved by the City of Lakeland.
Wedgewood Redevelopment planned at 401 Carpenters Way
A planned unit development for the Wedgewood Redevelopment at 401 Carpenters Way has been approved.
Cava and Wild Fork coming to Florida and Imperial
Two restaurant brands are planned for the former restaurant site at Florida Avenue South and Imperial Avenue.
Retail stores planned for Highway 17 in Haines City
A developer is exploring retail development on two parcels along Highway 17 in Haines City.
Commercial building coming to Recker Highway in Auburndale
A new commercial building is permitted at 104 Recker Highway in Auburndale.
Commercial interior remodel planned at US 92 W in Auburndale
A commercial interior remodel is in permitting at 2227 US Highway 92 W.
Lakeland Area Mass Transit District parking area gets restored at George Jenkins Boulevard
The Lakeland Area Mass Transit District is restoring its parking area at 1212 George Jenkins Boulevard.
One More Child is reworking its Sikes Boulevard campus
A planned development for One More Child on Sikes Boulevard is moving forward, with old buildings coming down and site work underway.
New commercial building coming to 632 Recker Hwy in Auburndale
A commercial building permit has been issued for 632 Recker Hwy in Auburndale.
The Cleveland Heights YMCA is getting a $3.5 million makeover
The YMCA of West Central Florida is renovating its Cleveland Heights Boulevard campus into the Bob Adams Family Community YMCA, with a fieldhouse, wellness center and refreshed pools.
A warehouse and storage yard is taking shape on New Tampa Highway
Site work and building permits are moving on a warehouse and storage project at 3070 New Tampa Highway, owned by Lakeland Storage 1 LLC.
World Electric Supply expanding at Allen K Breed Highway
An electrical supply company is developing office and warehouse space in Lakeland.
Peachtree Mobile Home & RV Park to connect to Lakeland sewer, relocate spaces
The existing 30-space Peachtree Mobile Home & RV Park on E. Peachtree Street seeks approval to relocate and reconfigure spaces while connecting to city sewer service.
A new sidewalk is going in along SR 544 near Lake Blue Drive
FDOT is building about a mile of sidewalk along SR 544 between Lake Blue Drive and 26th Street NW in Polk County.
Glendale Street Trail bike path to span from New Jersey Road to Lakeland Highlands Road
A roughly half-mile bike path along Glendale Street is in the state's five-year work program.
State Road 544 could get more lanes between MLK Boulevard and Avenue Y
FDOT has this stretch of SR 544 (Lucerne Park) slated for added lanes and reconstruction in the coming years.
New bridge planned for Grandview Parkway between Posner Boulevard and Dunson Road
Florida Department of Transportation plans to build a new bridge on Grandview Parkway north of Posner Boulevard.
A “Publix Fresh Kitchen” is coming together on New Tampa Highway
Fire-system permits describe a "Publix Fresh Kitchen" at Publix-owned property on New Tampa Highway.
Covenant Group plans 5,600-square-foot mixed-use building on South Florida Avenue
A developer is proposing a roughly 5,600-square-foot building at Florida Avenue South and Shepherd Road, with space for PDS and another tenant.
Medical office planned for South Florida Avenue redevelopment
A rezoning application aims to clear the way for medical office use at 5955 S Florida Ave.
Agricola Firearm Range conditional use hearing
Timothy Campbell is seeking approval to operate a firearm range in Agricola
Publix is bringing a warehouse and return center to County Line Road
Publix has pulled a $23.5 million site-work permit for a warehouse and return center on County Line Road.
City Limits Dance Hall is coming to US 98 North
A wall sign for "City Limits Dance Hall" is permitted at 4951 US 98 North.
Industrial warehouse coming to New Tampa Highway
A 7,500-square-foot metal warehouse with office and breakroom space is in permit review on New Tampa Highway.
An HVAC swap at 1011 Florida Avenue South
A commercial air-conditioning changeout was permitted at 1011 Florida Avenue South in the Dixieland area.
SR 37 getting resurfaced from Virginia Street to Schoolhouse Road
A nearly 6.8-mile stretch of State Road 37 is being resurfaced.
Posh Salon Suite planned for Lakeland Highlands Road
A salon suite project on Lakeland Highlands Road is undergoing plan revisions after significant changes were added to the original proposal.
Publix warehouse and return center is moving ahead on County Line Road
Site work is cleared to begin on Publix's warehouse and return center at 2600 County Line Road.
Aldi is moving into the old Winn-Dixie on Socrum Loop
A former Winn-Dixie grocery store in North Lakeland is being retrofitted into an Aldi.
Commercial building planned at 595 Bolender Rd in Auburndale
A new commercial building is planned for 595 Bolender Rd in Auburndale.
Statewide Electrical Contractors plans Polk City headquarters relocation
An established electrical contracting company is exploring a move from Lakeland to a rural property north of Polk City.
Lakeland Hills Boulevard is getting rebuilt from Parkview to Granada
A roughly $19.4 million state project is reconstructing the pavement on SR 33 (Lakeland Hills Blvd) between Parkview Place and Granada Street.
Vape store proposed for South Combee Road
A vape shop is being considered for 1523 S Combee Rd.
Industrial warehouse complex planned for Access Road in Davenport
A multi-building industrial warehouse development on about 24 acres near Access Road requires a land-use change from the county.
Cell tower planned for Kathleen Road
A 180-foot telecommunications monopole is under review for a site on Kathleen Road.
GMF Steel Group signage going up at 4600 Drane Field Rd
Sign permits issued for GMF Steel Group at an industrial property on Drane Field Road.
Atlas Auto Solutions plans site development on East Main
A site plan has been filed for Atlas Auto Solutions at 2501 E Main St.
114 Palmola Street getting roof, ramp, and water heater work
The owner of 114 Palmola Street has permits to replace the roof, add a handicap ramp, and replace the water heater.
Orlando Health is building out its Lakeland Highlands hospital campus
Orlando Health is fitting out and signing a new hospital campus at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road in south Lakeland.
Triple E Management seeks zoning change on East Highway 542
A rezoning request for property on East Highway 542 in Lakeland is under review.
Tesla Lakeland prepares site on Highway 98
Tesla Lakeland is preparing its 5.8-acre site on Highway 98 North with environmental permits approved.
Makers Market and Farmacy opens at Cleveland Heights plaza
A market and farm-focused business has completed renovation work at a Cleveland Heights commercial space.
Monster Energy builds out a facility on Allen K Breed Highway
A run of building permits shows a Monster Energy operation taking shape at 5380 Allen K Breed Highway, with an interior buildout, two guardhouses, battery chargers and a new fence.
Planned Unit Development modification approved at 3602 DMG Drive
A planned unit development modification at 3602 DMG Drive has been approved.
Land near State Road 540A cleared to switch from homes to office use
Polk County commissioners approved a small map change letting a 1.35-acre parcel along State Road 540A be used for offices instead of suburban housing.
An 8.6-acre site near Auburndale gets an industrial land-use label
Polk County approved a comprehensive-plan change turning about 8.59 acres off Recker Highway from Business Park Center to Industrial.
A downtown space at 202 Massachusetts Avenue gets built out
A commercial space in downtown Lakeland has been remodeled and built out, backed by a CRA grant.
Three-building Interstate Business Center is cleared to build off Interstate Drive
Building permits are in hand for a three-building commercial business center on Interstate Drive in north Lakeland.
Event facility proposed on Reynolds Road
Tom Wodrich is seeking a conditional use permit for an event facility on Reynolds Road.
Waffle House coming to Highland City
Applicants Jennifer Yarbrough and Timothy Johnson seek a conditional use permit for a Waffle House in Highland City.
Short-term rental proposed on CR 547
Laura Pizarro has applied for a conditional use permit to operate a short-term rental on County Road 547.
TOHO Water Authority seeks conditional use approval
TOHO Water Authority is seeking a conditional use permit from Polk County.
Avenue Q Autobody rezoned for mixed business park use
A one-acre business park property is being rezoned to allow different uses
Einstein Bros. Bagels is opening at Edgewood Plaza on South Florida Avenue
An Einstein Bros. Bagels is filling a restaurant space at Edgewood Plaza on South Florida Avenue in Lakeland.
Lone Palm Golf Club is getting a top-to-bottom clubhouse makeover
The clubhouse at 800 Lone Palm Drive is working through a series of renovation permits — from a new entry canopy to a gutted third floor and kitchen.
Beacon Six Holdings seeking to rezone First Street property in Winter Haven
A rezoning request for commercial highway use at 2001 First Street North.
SR 572 getting new pavement between Drane Field Road and Pipkin Creek Road
FDOT is resurfacing a stretch of State Road 572 in Polk County.
Berkley Accelerated Middle School files a site plan in Auburndale
Berkley Accelerated Middle School Inc has a commercial site plan under city review in Auburndale.
Bonnet Springs Park is expanding its museum parking
A 2.6-acre parking expansion for the museum at Bonnet Springs Park has been approved and cleared to start site work.
Extra Space Storage on Highway 98 North gets a makeover, solar and a cell tower
A storage property at 4400 Highway 98 N is renovating its office and units, adding rooftop solar, and permitting a communications tower.
12.6 acres near Haines City cleared for commercial development
Polk County approved a plan that changes 12.6 acres on Pine Street from a regional-impact designation to a Neighborhood Activity Center, opening the door to commercial development.
FDOT seeks zoning change at Pace Center Drive in Auburndale
The Florida Department of Transportation has filed a zoning amendment application for property at 1025 Pace Center Drive.
Lakeland Regional Health is planning a new endoscopy building on its Lakeland Hills campus
Lakeland Regional Health has filed plans for a new endoscopy building at 1330 Lakeland Hills Blvd while renovating its main hospital next door.
Highland City gets conditional-use approval for ECX Cap project
Ryan Behren's Highland City ECX Cap project has been approved as a conditional use by the Planning Commission.
Polk County plans a water storage facility on Holly Hill Road near Davenport
Polk County is clearing the way for a potable water storage and interconnect facility, including a 1.25-million-gallon ground storage tank, on about 10 acres north of Davenport.
Communications tower gets upgraded at Lakeland airport
MGM Corporation of Lakeland is modifying a communications tower at 3604 Ventura Drive East with roof work, a backup generator, and electrical upgrades.
SR 60 is getting repaved between Saddlebag Lake and Tiger Lake roads
Florida DOT is resurfacing about six miles of State Road 60 in eastern Polk County.
Winter Haven considers rezoning for mixed-use development on Avenue H
Langley Gault has requested to rezone two parcels on Avenue H from highway commercial to mixed-use.
Sunbelt Rentals is setting up on Memorial Boulevard West
An equipment rental site plan is under review at 2805 Memorial Blvd W, with gate and garage-door work already done.
State Road 17 getting new pavement between Waverly and Lake Trask
FDOT is resurfacing a 3.6-mile stretch of SR 17 from north of Waverly Road to south of Lake Trask Road.
Central Florida Health Care opens outpatient medical facility on Missouri Avenue
A new outpatient medical modular building is under construction at 1129 Missouri Avenue North.
The old Mobil station on US 98 N is being rebuilt as a Kangaroo Express
A Mobil gas station on US 98 N was torn down and is being reworked into a Kangaroo Express, with new fuel tanks, a repaired canopy and fresh signs.
State Road 37 is getting repaved from CR 640 up to Moses Street
A roughly 2.2-mile stretch of SR 37 is being resurfaced under a $1.8 million state contract.
State Road 37 is getting repaved between SR 674 and CR 630
FDOT has a crew resurfacing about 3.4 miles of SR 37 in southern Polk County, with work underway.
Tranzmotion sets up shop on Drane Field Road
A commercial space near Lakeland Linder has been fitted out with warehouse racking, a loading ramp, and a new Tranzmotion sign.
Buffalo Wild Wings Go is coming to the Harden Boulevard Publix center
A Buffalo Wild Wings Go take-out location has been built out in the Publix-anchored center at 3628 Harden Blvd in South Lakeland.
Something is being planned at 1800 Harden Boulevard
A concept plan has moved through the city for a property on Harden Boulevard, but the records don't yet say what's proposed.
US 98 is getting rebuilt from Griffin Road to Sharon Drive
The state is reconstructing the pavement on US 98 (SR 700/35) through this stretch of Lakeland, with work already underway.
City renovating commercial building at Aircraft Drive
Lakeland is upgrading a commercial building with roof replacement and mechanical work.
First Presbyterian Church renovations underway at Lake Hollingsworth
The church at 175 Lake Hollingsworth Drive has pulled permits for a Scout building project and an interior renovation.
Youkey Theater at the RP Funding Center is getting a new roof
The city pulled a $1.5 million permit to replace the roof over Youkey Theater at Lakeland's RP Funding Center.
Transit stop bench installed on George Jenkins Boulevard
A transit stop bench has been built at 1043 George Jenkins Boulevard.
Transit stop bench installed at Lakeland Hills Boulevard
A bus shelter bench has been permitted and finalized at 4255 Lakeland Hills Boulevard.
7-Eleven expands at Bridgewater Center
An existing 7-Eleven convenience store at Bridgewater Center has completed a renovation and expansion.
Bus shelter coming to Parkway Frontage Road North
A bus shelter is being installed at 1033 Parkway Frontage Road North.
Pointe Grand Lakeland is building out its clubhouse and amenities off Patriot Drive
A residential community called Pointe Grand Lakeland is adding a pool, pickleball court, grill pergola and more on Patriot Drive.
US 17 is getting repaved from 9th Street NW up past Oak Hammock Loop
A roughly 7.6-mile stretch of US 17 (State Road 35) is being resurfaced in a state road project already under construction.
Polk County correcting County Road 546 land-use map
A map correction for County Road 546
A 1.13-acre corner near Kathleen and Duff could shift toward neighborhood commercial
Owners want to move a small parcel off Kathleen Road from suburban residential land use into a Neighborhood Activity Center designation.
Transit stop bench coming to George Jenkins Boulevard
Lakeland has issued a permit for a transit stop bench at 1605 George Jenkins Boulevard.
Transit stop bench planned for Drane Field Road
A bus shelter permit was filed and then withdrawn at 3033 Drane Field Road.
Bays fill in at Ruthven Business Park on Drane Field Road
A cluster of interior buildouts, drive-in ramps, and fire-system work is fitting out bays 19 through 23 at a business park off Drane Field Road.
US 17 (SR 555) pavement resurfacing underway from Transport Road to Avenue G
FDOT is resurfacing about three miles of US 17 (SR 555) through central Lakeland.
Chase Street Trail bike path coming from Strain Boulevard to W. O'Veterans Avenue
Florida Department of Transportation is building a bike path/trail along Chase Street between Strain Boulevard and W. O'Veterans Avenue.
Fort Fraser Trail getting bridge over SR 60
FDOT is building a bike path bridge to carry the Fort Fraser Trail across State Road 60.
CR 557 is set to get wider between US 17 and I-4
Florida's road plan calls for adding lanes and rebuilding CR 557 along the stretch from US 17 (SR 92) up to Interstate 4.
Bike path connecting Rosemont-Sultana-Highlands to First Street planned
FDOT has planned a bike path from Rosemont-Sultana-Highlands and Central Avenue to First Street.
State Road 60 resurfaced from CR 555 to Broadway Avenue
FDOT is resurfacing a 2.1-mile stretch of SR 60 through central Lakeland.
SR 60 resurfacing from E Van Fleet Drive to Peace River Overflow Bridge is complete
A state road resurfacing project on SR 60 has finished.
Lake Alfred rezones three parcels to commercial neighborhood use
Lake Alfred approved ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of three parcels to Commercial Neighborhood.
Countyline Road bridge over Peace River getting replaced
FDOT is replacing the Countyline Road bridge that crosses the Peace River.
Lake Alfred lines up land for mixed-use and commercial
Two parcels in Lake Alfred are being redesignated for mixed-use and commercial zoning through a set of 2025 city ordinances.
US 98 resurfacing between SR 60 and CR 540A
FDOT is resurfacing about 7.7 miles of US 98 (SR 35) in central Polk County.
Traffic signal work coming to US 98 at Lyle Parkway
FDOT is upgrading traffic signals at the intersection of US 98 and Lyle Parkway.
State Road 17 gets repaved between 5th Avenue and Crooked Lake Drive
A roughly $2.4 million resurfacing of about a mile of State Road 17.
The Central Polk Parkway is being built across central Polk County
A new toll road connecting the Polk Parkway (SR 570) to US 17 and on to SR 60 is under construction.
US 92 getting a new surface from Gary Road to Combee Road
FDOT is resurfacing a 2-mile stretch of US 92 (SR 546/SR 600) between Gary Road and Combee Road.
I-4 through Lakeland is getting repaved from Galloway Road to SR 35
The state has a contractor lined up to resurface a stretch of Interstate 4 near Lakeland.
I-4 is getting repaved from Galloway Road to SR 35
The state has a contract in place to resurface a stretch of Interstate 4 through Polk County.
Sidewalk and median improvements coming to SR 600 corridor
FDOT is building sidewalks and modifying medians along US 17/92 between Hinson and Johnson avenues.
Polk Parkway's toll booths gave way to all-electronic tolling
FDOT converted the length of the Polk Parkway (SR 570) to cashless, all-electronic tolling in a roughly $32.9 million project.
SR 559 interchange at SR 400 getting signalization and resurfacing work
FDOT is improving the SR 559 interchange where it meets SR 400 and the I-4 ramp, with signalization upgrades and road resurfacing.
SR 600 (US 92) resurfacing project between Schalamar Creek Drive and SR 570 is complete
A state road resurfacing project on US 92 has finished.
Polk Parkway is getting a fresh surface between mile 8 and mile 17
A roughly nine-mile stretch of Polk Parkway (SR 570) is being repaved and getting new guardrail as part of a state road project.
Polk Parkway is getting repaved from Lakeland through the east side
Crews are resurfacing a nine-mile stretch of Polk Parkway (SR 570) and adding new guardrail, work that runs into 2026.
Pedestrian plaza coming to US 98 between 2nd and 5th
FDOT is building a pedestrian safety plaza on US 98 (SR 35) between West 2nd and West 5th streets.
SunTrax's self-driving car test track is taking shape off the Polk Parkway
A large state-run test facility for connected and automated vehicles is being built along the Polk Parkway (SR 570).
The I-4 and SR 33 interchange is being rebuilt with wider lanes and a wildlife crossing
FDOT is widening the I-4 interchange at State Road 33 and adding lanes along SR 33, with work already underway through 2029.
A wildlife crossing over I-4 is being built east of SR 33
FDOT is building a pedestrian and wildlife overpass across Interstate 4 just east of State Road 33.
Bike path coming to Wabash Avenue between Ariana and Hickory
Florida Department of Transportation is building a bike path along Wabash Avenue from Ariana Street to Hickory Street.
I-4 between Hillsborough County line and Galloway Road is being resurfaced
FDOT is resurfacing a stretch of I-4 from the Hillsborough County line to Galloway Road.
The US 27 and SR 60 interchange got new lanes
State crews added lanes at the US 27 (SR 25) interchange with SR 60 in Polk County, a roughly $45 million job that records show is now complete.
US 27 got repaved from SR 540 up past Kokomo Road
A roughly 5.4-mile stretch of US 27 (SR 25) north of SR 540 was resurfaced under a $22 million state contract.
SR 540 resurfaced from Bartow Road to Polk Parkway
A state road resurfacing project on SR 540 between SR 35 and Polk Parkway has been completed.
SunTrax autonomous-vehicle test facility keeps building out near the Polk Parkway
Florida's state transportation department is developing SunTrax, a connected and automated vehicle test facility in central Polk County, under a work-program item valued around $145.7 million.
Polk Parkway widened from two to four lanes between mileposts 18 and 22
FDOT's project to add lanes along a four-mile stretch of the Polk Parkway is finished, according to state work program records.
SR 600 (US 17) resurfacing between Frombuff Ave and South Blvd
A state road resurfacing project on US 17 in central Lakeland.
The I-4 and SR 557 interchange got a $71.6 million rebuild
A major reworking of the Interstate 4 interchange at State Road 557 in northeast Polk County, built by Skanska.
SR 471 resurfacing from SR 35 to Sumter County Line is complete
A 6.8-mile stretch of SR 471 between SR 35 and the Sumter County line has been resurfaced.
SR 540 intersection improvements near US 17 complete
FDOT finished intersection work on SR 540 between US 17 and east of 1st Street.
SR 555 intersection improved south of Spirit Lake
FDOT completed an intersection improvement project on SR 555 (US 17) between Spirit Lake areas.
SR 655 resurfaced from Coleman Road to CR 542
A state road resurfacing project on SR 655 between Coleman Road and CR 542 has been completed.
Fort Fraser Trail will extend from SR 540 to Glendale Street
FDOT has adopted a plan to extend the Fort Fraser Trail from Winter Lake Road to Glendale Street.
Bike path built on Edgewood Drive North from US 98 to 9th Street
A bike path on Edgewood Drive North between US 98 and 9th Street NE has been completed.
SR 517 resurfacing between SR 600 and SR 546 completed
A state road resurfacing project on SR 517 (US 92) has been finished.
SR 600 resurfacing between Fish Hatchery Road and Reynolds Road is complete
A state road resurfacing project on US 92 has finished.
New sidewalk coming to US 17 between Havendale and Brigham Road
FDOT is building a sidewalk along SR 555 (US 17) from SR 544 near Havendale to Brigham Road.
SR 35 intersection at Colbert Road improved
FDOT completed an intersection improvement project on US 98 at Colbert Road.
US 98 is getting wider through North Lakeland from Socrum Loop toward CR 54
The state is adding lanes and rebuilding US 98 (SR 35) along the stretch from north of West Socrum Loop Road up toward CR 54.
SR 674 got a fresh coat of pavement from the Hillsborough line to SR 37
A roughly two-mile stretch of State Road 674 in southern Polk County was repaved in a state road project that finished in 2023.
Bike path coming to Lake Howard Drive corridor
Florida Department of Transportation has a bike path project planned for Lake Howard Drive from Avenue D SW to 15th Street SW.
Three Parks Trail bike path extended from Cleveland Heights Blvd to Westover St
A bike path extension connecting Three Parks Trail westward is listed as completed in Florida's transportation work program.
Roundabout coming to SR 572 at Don Emerson Drive
FDOT is building a roundabout at the intersection of SR 572 (Drane Fieldrd) and Don Emerson Drive.
Bike path coming to Lake Howard Drive between Avenue D and 15th Street
FDOT has adopted a bike path project for Lake Howard Drive from Avenue D SW to 15th Street SW.
Davenport Complete Street sidewalks finished
FDOT completed sidewalk improvements on Davenport Avenue as part of a complete streets project.
A stretch of I-4 through Polk got a fresh surface
State crews resurfaced I-4 between SR 33 and CR 557 (Old Grade Road), a job now marked complete.
SR 60 getting resurfaced between Dude Ranch and Rattlesnake roads
A 2.5-mile stretch of State Road 60 is being resurfaced.
SR 542 got wider between Buckeye Loop Road and US 27
A state road project added lanes and rebuilt SR 542 from Buckeye Loop Road out to US 27.
I-4 bridge over the CSX railroad is being rebuilt
FDOT is replacing the Interstate 4 bridge where it crosses the CSX railroad line, a roughly $33 million project now under construction.
SR 60 will be elevated over CSX Railroad tracks
FDOT is planning a grade separation project where State Road 60 will cross CSX Railroad tracks at a different elevation.
Bike path coming to Tenoroc Trail from Lake Crago Drive to SR 33
FDOT is building a bike path along Tenoroc Trail's first segment, from Lake Crago Drive to SR 33 at Old Combee Road.
US 27 median work between George and Charles streets
FDOT is modifying the median on US 27 (SR 25) from George Street to Charles Street in fiscal years 2027 and 2028.
State Road 563 getting median work at Pear and Parker
FDOT has a median modification project planned for SR 563 at the Pear Street and Parker Street intersection.
US 27 median work coming to George Street through Charles Street stretch
Florida Department of Transportation plans median modification and pavement resurfacing on US 27 between George and Charles streets.
Fort Fraser Trail will extend along Ingraham Avenue
A bike path extension along Ingraham Avenue is planned as part of the Fort Fraser Trail.
New bridge coming to SR 655 at Recker Highway to span CSX railroad tracks
FDOT is planning a bridge on SR 655 at Recker Highway to cross over CSX railroad tracks in Polk County.
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