City Council Approves $1.75m Purchase Of Former Schwettman Education Center

Despite some concerns, the New Port Richey City Council, acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency, approved the purchase of the former Schwettman Education Center for $1.75 million. The property will be used to create a cultural and educational hub, potentiallly with educational programs, art galleries, and nonprofit spaces. The deal with the Pasco County school district includes new conditions such as a ban on multifamily housing, a shortened payment window, a proposed interest charge, limitations on zoning changes, historic designation, and property improvements until the city pays off the site in full.

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