Demolition Permit Filed for Historic Mirasol Apartments Amidst Preservation Debate
A demolition permit has been filed for the 100-year-old Mirasol Apartments on Davis Islands. The owners were previously denied a land use request by the Tampa City Council to convert the building into a hotel, and the structure sustained significant…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, October 3, 2026 — A demolition permit has been submitted for the Mirasol Apartments, a century-old building located on Davis Islands. The filing initiates a critical review period by the City of Tampa to determine the property’s potential historical significance.
The owners of the Mirasol Apartments previously sought approval from the Tampa City Council to rezone the property for a hotel conversion. However, this land use request was denied by the council.
The structure has also faced considerable damage from hurricanes that impacted the region in 2024. The extent of this damage is a factor in ongoing discussions surrounding the building’s future.
Following the demolition permit filing, the City of Tampa is now tasked with a 28-day assessment period. During this time, officials will evaluate whether the Mirasol Apartments meet the criteria for historical designation. If the building is not deemed historically significant, the demolition permit may be approved, allowing for its removal. Further details regarding the specific outcomes of the City Council’s previous denial or the exact nature of the hurricane damage were not immediately available.
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