NewsYourobserverMay 28, 2026Sarasota County
Adagio development project moves closer to approval in downtown Sarasota
The Adagio project, a proposed 18-story condominium and rental tower, has received partial sign-off from the city's Development Review Committee. By utilizing the Florida Live Local Act, the developer plans to bypass traditional public approval processes while providing attainable housing units.
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The project will add 113 luxury condominiums and 76 attainable-priced rental units to downtown Sarasota, while bypassing local Planning Board and City Commission oversight due to state-level housing legislation.
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Who's Mentioned
organizationThe Lutgert Cos.“The developer of the Adagio project.”organizationKobi Karp Architecture“The architectural firm designing the project.”organizationDevelopment Review Committee“The city committee that granted partial sign-off.”dollar_amount$15 million“Purchase price for the church-owned parking lots.”personLucia Panica“Director of Building Services who will review administrative adjustments.”organizationSarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation“Group that unsuccessfully challenged the demolition of the U.S. Garage.”dollar_amount$11 million“Purchase price for the U.S. Garage parcel.”otherAdagio“The proposed condominium and rental tower development.”dollar_amount$30 million“Estimated cost of the Mira Mar restoration project.”