Brief Description
Old Town, is a historic area that is being revitalized through numerous City and CRA projects and programs to become the epicenter of dining and entertainment in Downtown Pompano Beach. In 2016, the streetscape project was completed including wider sidewalks, pedestrian friendly lighting, public plazas and urban walkable amenities. Façade improvements are beautifying the buildings and new tenants are discovering the incredible opportunities in the area including South Bar & Kitchen and The Vault. The CRA purchased and renovated the old Bailey Hotel and converted it into the Bailey Contemporary Arts building (BaCA) where artists use the renovated hotel rooms as artist studios and the approximately 6,000 square foot ground floor boasts monthly art exhibits and a myriad of cultural activities. Painted murals throughout Old Town lend a cool artistic vibe. The focal point is a central urban plaza with a “Fire Fountain”, the first of its kind in the United States where fire literally explodes out of the water using new German-developed technology. The second urban plaza Old Town’s Backyard abuts the back of several buildings and was completed in April 2023. Old Town Square, the first new mixed-use residential project was completed in May 2024 with ground floor commercial space and 282 residential units. The entire district is experiencing a noticeable transformation as new construction takes place and older buildings are being renovated.
City / CRA Investment
- $7.7 million in streetscape improvement
- $668,000 in façade improvement
- $1.3 million for BaCA renovations
Projects Underway
Public Benefits
- Numerous dining and nightlife choices within walking distance of one another provide for a pedestrian-friendly centralized area for the residents and visitors of Pompano Beach
- Public art, such as the murals and art trail, are highly cost-effective means of spurring economic revitalization of the area
- Quality of life amenities including urban plazas and cultural venues
- An increase in the tax base for the City
