Saravela two-tower development on North Tamiami Trail
Summary
A 282-unit mixed-use project with 40 attainable housing units is working through its fourth review round. Staff want another full review before partial sign-off continues, partly over short-term-rental confusion and utility design issues.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
40 attainable units would add below-market-rate housing downtown, though no cost figures were discussed.
Future residents — including 40 attainable-housing households — and downtown businesses near 4th and 5th Streets.
Staff noted continued community feedback and confusion about short-term rental intentions, which the applicant said will not be pursued.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Saravela project team told that another round with City of Sarasota Development Review Committee needed before sign-off of plans can be provided
Kimley-Horn consultant acting as agent for developer taken aback by decision A member of the team working on the proposed Saravela mixed-use development, which is slated for about 1.7 acres in downtown Sarasota, expressed surprise last week when Camd...
Development Review Committee - Oct 21, 2026
A 282-unit mixed-use project with 40 attainable housing units is working through its fourth review round. Staff want another full review before partial sign-off continues, partly over short-term-rental confusion and utility design issues.
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