The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

April 26, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Structurally Compromised East Wall Set for Removal at Peoples Bank

Overhead protection is installed to safely contain debris and protect traffic around the east wall work zone.

Restoration teams at the historic Peoples Bank building are tackling critical structural repairs this week, as a compromised section of the east wall will be completely demolished, clearing the way for a safe and historically accurate reconstruction.

Before removal, crews carefully shore and fully tether the inner wall to protect the integrity of the remaining structure. Overhead protection now spans the work area, safely diverting pedestrian and vehicle traffic while containing debris during demolition activities.

This proactive work strengthens the foundation for the building’s next chapter, which is safely preserving the architectural spirit of the Peoples Bank while ensuring its long-term stability.

Scaffolding wraps the Peoples Bank building as demolition preparations progress on-site.

Workers finalize the exterior scaffolding and protective netting around the Peoples Bank, securing the area for upcoming demolition work.

Workers installing scaffolding on the Peoples Bank ahead of the wall demolition.

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the Peoples Bank.

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Second-Floor Lighting Installation Moves Forward at the Peoples Bank Building

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Full-Scale Exterior Templates Laid Out at the Peoples Bank Building

January 27, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Peoples Bank Building First-Floor Interior Takes Shape as Drywall Work Begins

January 26, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Exterior Waterproofing Begins at the Peoples Bank Building

January 24, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Peoples Bank Building Prepares for the Return of Its Historic Timepiece

January 22, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Pipe Insulation Work Advances with First-Floor Installation at the Peoples Bank Building

January 20, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Second-Floor Ceilings Take Shape at the Peoples Bank Building

January 18, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Specialty Glass Installation Completed on West Wall of Peoples Bank Building

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Restoration Updates | See daily progress on Historic Cleveland Street

The Telephone Building

Streetscape Improvements Continue at the Telephone Building

Decorative Ceramic Tiles Arrive at the Peoples Bank Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Floor Staining Prepares First-Level Tenant Spaces at the Woolworth Building

Drywall Removal Completes on the First Floor of the Brown Brothers Building

Electrical Removal Completed at 635 Cleveland Street

SEE ALL UPDATES

An exciting new chapter of historic restoration begins for four unique properties on Cleveland Street in Downtown Clearwater.

See the magnificent transformation now underway

FOR INFORMATION

Scott Dobbins
scott@hybridgecre.com