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WHAT'S HAPPENING?
It is time for a general "refresh" of several of Tarpon Springs' downtown planning efforts! The City is kicking off updates to various downtown redevelopment plans and the zoning code. We are looking to create a single, consolidated document and vision that will help guide downtown's future. The City has teamed up with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. (Inspire) to assist with this project. 'The Place to Be' will include:
Identifying Downtown Infrastructure, Infill Development, and Beautification Projects
Developing a Strategic Project Implementation Strategy
Updating the Special Area Plan (SAP)
Updating the SmartCode
Laying the groundwork for a 10-yr extension to the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area (CRA)
Incorporating relevant findings from the Sponge Docks and Greektown Placemaking Plan
PROJECT BOUNDARY
The project boundary includes the Downtown CRA, as well as, the Sponge Docks and Greektown neighborhood. The Sponge Docks and Greektown are included based on the recently completed Placemaking Plan, which recommended potential new and/or updated form-based regulations for these areas.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED?
In order to engage and capture feedback from all stakeholders, there will be multiple opportunities for citizens to actively participate and assist in this process.
To kickoff the project:
Share your thoughts about Downtown Tarpon Springs in a quick survey!
Highlight some of your favorite spots and areas in need of improvement Downtown, on an interactive map!
Mark your calendars! Please join us for our first community engagement session!
WHEN: Thursday, August 28, 2025 TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM WHERE: Tarpon Springs Community Center [400 S. Walton Avenue, Tarpon Springs, 34689]
This page will be updated as new engagement opportunities are available. To stay informed, enter your email in the 'Stay Informed' widget to subscribe to receive email notifications.
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
It is time for a general "refresh" of several of Tarpon Springs' downtown planning efforts! The City is kicking off updates to various downtown redevelopment plans and the zoning code. We are looking to create a single, consolidated document and vision that will help guide downtown's future. The City has teamed up with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. (Inspire) to assist with this project. 'The Place to Be' will include:
Identifying Downtown Infrastructure, Infill Development, and Beautification Projects
Developing a Strategic Project Implementation Strategy
Updating the Special Area Plan (SAP)
Updating the SmartCode
Laying the groundwork for a 10-yr extension to the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area (CRA)
Incorporating relevant findings from the Sponge Docks and Greektown Placemaking Plan
PROJECT BOUNDARY
The project boundary includes the Downtown CRA, as well as, the Sponge Docks and Greektown neighborhood. The Sponge Docks and Greektown are included based on the recently completed Placemaking Plan, which recommended potential new and/or updated form-based regulations for these areas.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED?
In order to engage and capture feedback from all stakeholders, there will be multiple opportunities for citizens to actively participate and assist in this process.
To kickoff the project:
Share your thoughts about Downtown Tarpon Springs in a quick survey!
Highlight some of your favorite spots and areas in need of improvement Downtown, on an interactive map!
Mark your calendars! Please join us for our first community engagement session!
WHEN: Thursday, August 28, 2025 TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM WHERE: Tarpon Springs Community Center [400 S. Walton Avenue, Tarpon Springs, 34689]
This page will be updated as new engagement opportunities are available. To stay informed, enter your email in the 'Stay Informed' widget to subscribe to receive email notifications.
Help kickoff this project by taking this quick survey that will help us understand how you enjoy and would like to see in Downtown Tarpon Springs, whether you are a resident, property or business owner, developer, or visitor!
