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The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will begin accepting applications for the Residential Enhancement Program beginning Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Eligible homeowners may receive up to $10,000 for exterior improvements including, painting, landscaping, fencing, lighting and driveways. Eligibility Requirements: Own a single-family home located within the Northwest-Progresso- Flagler Heights CRA boundaries. Be the legal owner of the property. Property must demonstrate a need for exterior improvements. Click Here to Download the Residential Enhancement Program Application Applications will be accepted in person on the following dates: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Victory Black Box Theatre L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center 1409 Sistrunk Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Important Application Instructions Please ensure that your application is complete, signed by all property owners listed on the deed, and notarized before submission. Please note: All property owners listed...

The CRA is temporarily operating from 1901 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 500, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. For more information or to reach us contact  954-828-6130....

On August 18, 2026, the Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board of Commissioners approved $2.5 million in Development Incentive Program funding for Holy Cross Health to support the development of a new comprehensive outpatient center, ambulatory surgery center, and freestanding emergency department at 200 East Sunrise Boulevard.The project represents an estimated $83.8 million capital investment in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights (NPF) CRA and is expected to expand access to healthcare services, create new jobs, and support continued redevelopment within the area. The new two-story healthcare facility will include an 11,721-square-foot freestanding emergency department with 12 treatment rooms and diagnostic imaging services, including X-ray, ultrasound, and CT scanning. The first floor will also include a 10,071-square-foot medical clinic with 18 exam rooms, primary and specialty care services, and a dedicated MRI suite.The second floor will feature a 20,000-square-foot outpatient and ambulatory surgery...

Community leaders, City of Fort Lauderdale elected officials, neighborhood stakeholders, and development partners gathered on May 13, 2026, to celebrate the groundbreaking of The Alridge and The Laramore, two transformative mixed-use affordable housing developments that will bring new housing and economic opportunities to the historic Sistrunk corridor.The ceremony was especially meaningful as family members of Sylvia H. Aldridge were in attendance to honor her enduring contributions to the community and celebrate the project bearing her name. Together, The Alridge and The Laramore  projects will introduce 72 affordable housing units and approximately 4,400 square feet of ground-floor commercial space within the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights (NPF) Community Redevelopment Area. The projects consist of two five-story, green-certified buildings, each containing 36 residential units and modern amenities, including structured parking with controlled access, enhanced security features, and energy-efficient design elements.The developments are named in honor of...

County leaders, developers, community partners and supporters gathered to break ground on Lofts on 6th, a new mixed-use affordable housing development that promises to expand housing options for low-income seniors and deepen community impact through a partnership with The Pantry of Broward and Green Mills Holdings.The Lofts on 6th project, a project with a budget in excess of $40 million, will deliver 90 one-bedroom residences reserved for senior residents, two levels of amenities, and a modernized home for the Pantry of Broward’s operations. The development is the latest strategic urban investment aimed at addressing the region’s shortage of affordable senior housing. Beyond housing, Lofts on 6th is being positioned as a community anchor strengthening the fabric of the surrounding neighborhood while delivering security and dignity to older adults on fixed incomes.For The Pantry of Broward, the new location offers an opportunity...