Gainesville development and zoning news
Gainesville development news, newest first: rezoning cases, building permits, new subdivisions and construction, each story linked to the city or county file.
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Building permits and zoning in Gainesville
Gainesville building permits go through PermitGNV or the Building Division at the Thomas Center, 306 NE Sixth Ave., 352-334-5050. Planning: 352-334-5023.
Permits, zoning and home prices
Road work
Road construction and closures in Gainesville
FDOT is resurfacing Waldo Road, NW 39th Avenue and Newberry Road near Gainesville; the city is rebuilding NE Ninth Street. Live closures: FL511 or dial 511.
Home prices
Gainesville home prices and housing market
Gainesville's typical home value was $295,760 in August 2026, down 1.2% in a year and 4.4% below the May 2024 peak, Zillow's index shows. Updated monthly.
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Public notices for Gainesville and Alachua County
Where to find legal notices for Gainesville and Alachua County: FloridaPublicNotices.com, City Commission agendas, and the clerk's foreclosure and tax deed sales.