Construction begins on 19-story condo tower The Julia in downtown St. Pete
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Construction is set to begin on the latest condominium tower to join downtown St. Petersburg’s growing skyline.
Last week, the developers of The Julia, a 19-story condominium tower planned for 100 4th Avenue North, kicked off site preparations and construction activity with a groundbreaking ceremony.
The Julia is being co-developed by the Francis Family, which is led by seasoned real estate developer Peter Francis, and Robert Sherman from MBA development. The condominium tower is named after Francis’ 13-year-old daughter Julia, one of his four children.
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Two years after Hurricane Helene devastated Willy’s Burgers & Booze, the St. Pete Beach watering hole is preparing for a comeback.
The open-air bar and restaurant at 645 Corey Avenue announced recently that construction is beginning following a lengthy permitting process.
A reopening date has not been announced.
“The road back has been anything but easy,” the business shared on Facebook. “We have spent the past 14 months working through the permitting process, navigating delays and obstacles, and doing everything we can to make this day possible.”
“There have been times when the process felt overwhelming, but we have never lost sight of what Willy’s means to so many people,” the post continued.
Known for its burgers, affordable drinks, and laid-back, beachy atmosphere, Willy’s has been closed since the hurricanes of late 2024.