The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

March 20, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Reinforcing the Roof and Second Floor at Peoples Bank

Aerial view of the Peoples Bank building during restoration, showing the roof removed and second-floor structural work in progress on both sides of the corner property. — With the roof system removed, work begins on reinforcing the second floor and preparing for a new energy-efficient roofline.

Restoration crews at the Peoples Bank building have completed critical structural work at the roof and second floor. The original roof was removed due to age-related deterioration and replaced with a temporary weatherproof barrier to protect ongoing interior work.

A crew works on removing the roof and installing temporary weatherproofing to protect the Peoples Bank building during renovations. — Crews dismantle the deteriorated roof of the historic Peoples Bank building, clearing the way for a high-performance replacement system.

Plans are underway for a new high-performance roofing system that improves durability, insulation and energy efficiency.

Meanwhile, second-floor joists and decking are being evaluated and reinforced to meet modern structural standards and allow for future adaptive reuse.

These upgrades support long-term preservation while preparing the building for its next chapter.

Construction worker on a scissor lift performing structural work on the second floor of the Peoples Bank building. — A carpenter reinforces second-floor joists inside the historic Peoples Bank building.

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

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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