The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

October 19, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Window Openings Prepared for Installation at the Peoples Bank Building

Worker brushing waterproof primer on window frame. — Crews prepare window openings for historically accurate replacements.

Crews at the Peoples Bank building are preparing window openings for the installation of historically accurate replacements. Using paint brushes and rollers, the team applies a primer that acts as both an air- and water-resistive barrier. The waterproof coating is applied to the masonry and wood bucking with mesh, sealing joints and protecting each opening against air and moisture intrusion. This process contributes to long-term energy efficiency and interior comfort.

Close-up of mesh and primer on window opening. — Mesh is applied to seal the window openings and prevent moisture intrusion.

Worker brushing waterproof primer on window frame. — Crews apply primer around window openings at the Peoples Bank building.

Finished primed window frame at Peoples Bank. — Sealed and primed openings are ready for new window installation.

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

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Second-Floor Ceilings Take Shape at the Peoples Bank Building

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Specialty Glass Installation Completed on West Wall of Peoples Bank Building

January 16, 2026 • Peoples Bank

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January 14, 2026 • Peoples Bank

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Restoration Updates | See daily progress on Historic Cleveland Street

The Telephone Building

Streetscape Upgrades Begin Along the Telephone Building

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

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Roof Preparation Underway for Solar Panel Installation 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