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Panama City commissioners to reevaluate Infill Housing Program after latest lot approval
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City commissioners have approved two new homes as part of the city’s Infill Housing effort, bringing the total number of approved projects to 31 since 2021. The homes will be built at West 19th Street and Deer Avenue, with each lot valued at $30,000 and construction costs capped at […]
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Panama City is buying a vacant property near the MLK Rec Center
PANAMA CITY − Local officials are doling out almost $200,000 in CRA funds to capitalize on a chance to improve the community. Panama City commissioners on March 24 unanimously approved a motion finalizing the purchase of a vacant property at 704 E. 15th St. using Downtown North Community Redevelopment Area funds. According to the city, the property sits along a "strategic corner parcel" along two major corridors, making it a good site for future redevelopment or public use that compliments the Downtown North CRA plan. The property is located along the southeast corner of East 15th Street and MLK Jr. Boulevard. The property's owner agreed to sell it for $175,000, which is $75,000 less than the appraised value of the property, the meeting's agenda notes. The property is located near the newly opened Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center . During the meeting, officials floated the idea about the property being used for something to compliment the facility. That might include additional parking. "Parking is a real problem," Commissioner Janice Lucas said. The MLK Rec Center reopened earlier this year following a complete rebuild that was sparked by damaged caused in October 2018 by Category 5 Hurricane Michael. It was
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Downtown Panama City on track to get new apartments with public amenities
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – As downtown continues to grow, city leaders have been advocating for more residential buildings in the area. And on Tuesday, they got one step closer to establishing a major apartment complex downtown.Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with Massalina Investments LLC and McKenzie Partners for the property. There are plans […]
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Panama City Farmers Market seeks consistent locations
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -The downtown Panama City Farmers Market has become a popular Saturday destination, with the Panama City Commission reporting over 8,000 people in attendance at the last market. But recent construction has forced the market to move repeatedly, sparking debate about where it should permanently locate. Since...
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This Peaceful Town In Florida Is So Affordable, Retirees Live Comfortably On Social Security
When most people think of affordable Florida living, they picture trailer parks and early bird specials at chain restaurants. Chattahoochee, a tiny town tucked away in the Panhandle, proves you can have charm, community, and a cost of living that won’t make your accountant weep. This little gem sits...
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Crestview metro area
Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Crestview metro area. The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States...