CRAs Are An Investment in Your Community

Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) revitalize neglected areas by addressing physical blight through local leadership and a publicly vetted redevelopment plan. CRAs do not use state or federal funds; instead, they rely on future property value increases—called “increment” funding. These steady transformations are guided by the community’s input through the CRA plan, budget, and hearings.

The redevelopment plan is developed by the community and implemented accordingly. CRAs are tailored to meet local needs for revitalization, with several annual reports and independent audits required by state law.

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Key Benefits of CRAs

Key Benefits of Redevelopment:

  • Enhances private projects with public dollars to provide much-needed affordable housing and economic opportunities
  • Increases business opportunities for residents, merchants, and investors
  • Fosters community unity and enhances culture and entertainment
  • Reduces crime rates
  • Transforms streetscapes and improves communities
  • Creates affordable housing and homeownership opportunities
  • Preserves and showcases the area’s history and cultural heritage
  • Provides clean, safe environments through stormwater system redevelopment
  • Supports parks and recreation facilities for all residents
  • Promotes sustainable, “green” practices through reuse and recycling

CRAs are a wise investment, helping ensure the long-term vitality of communities. Floridians recognize the importance of CRAs in preserving local identity and fostering community growth.

Contact Your Legislator

We encourage you to email your legislator and express your support for CRAs.

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Get Involved on Social Media

Show your support for the Redevelopment Works campaign on social media by using the hashtag #RedevelopmentWorks. Be sure to like the Florida Redevelopment Association Facebook page, follow @fl_redevelopment on Instagram, follow @FLRedevel on X, follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to @FloridaRedevelopment on YouTube.

CRA Impact Videos

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The Florida Redevelopment Association Awards program recognizes the best in redevelopment in Florida

Within nine juried categories, the Roy F. Kenzie Awards celebrate Florida’s most innovative and effective redevelopment programs. Winners demonstrate innovation and positive impact on their communities and inspire other Florida communities.

The nine categories are: Annual Report; Capital Project/Infrastructure; Creative Project Funding and Development Partnership; Innovative Blight Management Programs; Out of the Box; Outstanding Housing Project; Outstanding New Building; Outstanding Rehab, Renovation or Reuse and Planning Studies.

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