🏗️ Development at PCHA

Building Strong Communities. Creating Long-Term Housing Opportunities. Shaping Pinellas County’s Future.

The Development Department is responsible for planning, designing, financing, and delivering the high-quality affordable and workforce housing communities that PCHA is known for. Our work ensures that seniors, families, veterans, and individuals across Pinellas County have access to safe, modern homes in thriving neighborhoods.

From large-scale redevelopment to new construction and community revitalization, we lead the initiatives that grow PCHA’s footprint and strengthen the county for decades to come.

🌟 What We Do

Plan for the Future

We assess housing needs across the county, identify redevelopment opportunities, and develop long-term strategies that expand affordable housing. Our work includes feasibility studies, concept planning, and community engagement to ensure every project reflects the needs of the residents we serve.

Design Modern, Sustainable Communities

PCHA developments are built to last. We partner with award-winning architects, engineers, and contractors to design homes that are energy-efficient, accessible, and aligned with Florida’s evolving building standards. Every development emphasizes safety, durability, and quality of life.

Oversee Construction & Renovation

From groundbreaking to ribbon-cutting, our team manages the full construction process. We work with out partners to coordinate timelines, budgets, inspections, and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Secure Financing & Strategic Investment

We manage complex financing structures—such as 4% and 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), private lending, public funding, and local partnerships—to bring each community to life. Strategic reinvestment ensures long-term affordability and stability for residents.

Revitalize Existing PCHA Communities

In addition to building new housing, the Development team oversees modernization and rehabilitation across PCHA’s portfolio. We update communities with improved structural systems, energy-efficient features, enhanced safety, and upgraded amenities that match today’s standards.

🏘️ Our Current Work

Expanding Housing Opportunities Across the County

PCHA is undergoing historic growth—creating new homes for seniors and families, restoring long-standing communities, and building housing that meets today’s affordability needs.

Recent and active projects include:

  • Heritage Oaks – Newly opened senior community in Largo, delivering 80 high-quality affordable units with on-site amenities and wellness support.

  • Ridgecrest Oaks – A sister property to Heritage Oaks, currently under construction and bringing additional affordable senior housing to the Ridgecrest community.

  • Mills Workforce Housing – A 78-unit workforce development in Tarpon Springs, funded through Waterfall Bank and LIHTC equity, supporting local employees priced out of the area.

  • Flats on 4th, Flats on Main, and ALF opportunities – Expanding PCHA’s pipeline of diverse, affordable living options for seniors, families, and workers.

Each development reflects our commitment to thoughtful design, community strengthening, and long-term affordability.

🤝 How We Work With Partners

PCHA collaborates with cities, counties, developers, investors, nonprofit partners, and community organizations to bring projects to life.
We work hand-in-hand with:

  • local government agencies

  • architectural and engineering firms

  • construction contractors

  • financial institutions

  • community stakeholders

These partnerships allow PCHA to leverage resources and expertise—ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.

📈 Our Impact

The Development Department plays a central role in helping PCHA fulfill its mission:
to provide quality, affordable housing and improve the lives of residents.

Every home built, every property redeveloped, and every community restored contributes to:

  • reduced housing insecurity

  • increased stability for seniors, families, and veterans

  • revitalized neighborhoods

  • expanded economic opportunity

  • long-term affordability in Pinellas County

This is more than construction. It’s community building.

📨 Want to Learn More?

If you’re a potential development partner, city leader, architect, contractor, investor, or community stakeholder and would like to collaborate with PCHA, we welcome your interest. Just fill out the interest form below!

🏗️ Development Interest Form