Drew Park Community Redevelopment Area

Manager: Jesus Niño, AICP, CFM

Drew Park CRA

West Tampa CRA

Online Contact Form

Offices located at 306 E. Jackson St.
Tampa, FL 33602

Phone: (813) 274-7427

Fax: (813) 274-7410

Office Support Specialist: Shelisia Jackson

Phone: (813) 274-8325

Drew Park’s close proximity to Tampa International Airport, Hillsborough Community College, professional sports and recreational facilities, and major employers, ideally positions the area for private investment. As one of the few remaining areas in Tampa with affordable industrial land and space, the area continues to attract new residents and businesses. Electric Supply recently completed a 35,000 square foot expansion and major infrastructure and streetscape improvements are underway on Lois Avenue. These projects are keeping redevelopment momentum moving forward.

Strategic Action Plan Update

The City of Tampa and Drew Park CRA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) are engaging the community and other interested stakeholders in an update of the Strategic Action Plan for the district.

Workshop 1 & 2 Presentations & Survey Results

Workshop 1 Presentation & Survey Results

Workshop 2 Presentation & Survey Results

Workshop 3 Presentation & Survey Results

Streetscape and Beautification Master Plan

The Drew Park Streetscape and Beautification Master Plan will guide future public realm improvements for years to come. The plan was approved by the Community Redevelopment Agency on November 10, 2011, and was the result of a collaborative effort of the Drew Park CRA Community Advisory Committee, Drew park stakeholders, City staff, and consultants from Bayside Engineering and David Conner & Associates.

The goal for the Master Plan is to create a new identity and sense of place for the Drew Park community. The main features include community gateway markers, streetscape amenities, park and open space, public art, and preserving Drew Park's history.

Lois Ave. Streetscape Project Presentation 1

Lois Ave. Streetscape Project Presentation 2

Lois Avenue Streetscape Project Presentation 3

CRA Facade Grant Improvement Program

The CRA Facade Grant Improvement Program provides property owners with financial assistance (grant) to improve the appearance of their properties in designated areas of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Area (CRAs).

The 2016 Facade Program Report is now available

CRA Fence Improvement Program

The Drew Park CRA Fence Improvement Program provides property owners with financial assistance (grant) to screen unattractive areas and/or upgrade fencing. For more information see Fence Improvement Program Eligibility.

CRA CAC Applications Being Accepted Now

The Drew Park CRA Community Advisory Committee is seeking individuals to serve. The purpose of a Community Advisory Committee is to ensure that the interests of residents, property owners, businesses, and other stakeholders in the area are represented in key decisions. Community Advisory Committees provide input and make recommendations to City staff and the Community Redevelopment Agency concerning their respective areas. Interested parties must live or work in one of the redevelopment areas or have significant interests within the area. Individuals with a background or expertise in the redevelopment process, such as neighborhood planning, real estate. These positions are voluntary. Individuals appointed to Community Advisory Committees serve without compensation. The deadline has been extended until the current open seat is filled (click on the link below to access application):