Revitalization, Restoration, and Renewal Highlights Economic Growth in Downtown CRA

The Community Redevelopment Agency Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report shows that revitalization and private investment continues to grow throughout the CRA. From restoration of historic buildings to new business openings and expansions, the Downtown is experiencing growth while preserving its historic character. The CRA report documents business activity, incentive grants, and commercial and residential projects within the area.
 
Downtown, Sponge Docks Parking Availability Grows

With increasing visitors, new businesses and expansions of existing ones comes the oft-discussed need for more parking in the City's Downtown and Sponge Docks. The City recently purchased vacant land at the west end of the Docks and in January opened a 50-spot municipal parking lot. Downtown, the City has added about 120 new spaces in the past few years through public-private leases and on-street spaces for a total of nearly 600 surface parking spaces in the central Downtown.
Free SBA Business Workshops in April
The Small Business Development Center at Pinellas County offers many free workshops and seminars to help small businesses succeed and grow. April workshops include topics from starting a business, to business credit training, SBA loans and resources, business plans, and best marketing strategies. For more information and to register, click here.
Welcome New Businesses: Pink Panda Tea Bar, Le Macaron French Pastries
The Riverwalk Shops on the Sponge Docks at 844 Dodecanese Blvd. are at full occupancy with the recent opening of Le Macaron French Pastries andsoon-to-open Pink Panda Tea Bar. Pink Panda offers milk teas, boba teas, snow ices, slushes, specialty drinks and coffees. Le Macaron is the place for authentic French pastries including the signature macaron. The renovated plaza has an eclectic mix of retail and specialty shops from ice cream and sweets to jerky, oils, jewelry, flags, clothing and wine.
Spring Clean-Up/Collection/Shredding Events in April
The City is hosting events in April to help get your business or residence cleaned up for spring. The annual Spring Clean-Up is for residential customers and will collect household items including furniture, mattresses, carpet, and appliances like ovens, washers, dryers, and microwaves, as well as tires. Sponsored by the TSPD, Shred Day is an opportunity for business owners and residents to dispose of old documents and files safely, as well as preventing identity theft.
Tarpon Springs April Events and Festivals
Enjoy these events in April, and explore Tarpon Arts for performing arts shows and cultural attractions.


Visit ExploreTarponSprings.com for citywide events and tourism information.
Available Properties
Click below for current listings of available commercial properties in the city.
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