The Barrio Latino Commission has the responsibility of preserving the historic fabric of the District and maintaining its architectural integrity. The Ybor City Historic District has many character defining features: pedestrian scale, mixed-use main streets, as well as its unique structures such as the Social Clubs and Cigar Factory buildings. The Barrio Latino Commission balances the historic past with the growth of the present prosperity.
Design guidelines for Ybor City Historic District does a number of important things. It is foremost a communication tool between the Barrio Latino Commission (BLC) and the public describing the context of the neighborhood in terms of its history and its architectural styles, while providing a framework or philosophy for design review. Further, they describe in some detail the building elements that are important to each architectural style in the district and suggest a variety of solutions for rehabilitation and new construction that might best preserve the neighborhood's character. Finally, the guidelines are used along with The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation by the BLC when reviewing construction activities.
Design Guidelines and District Map
Forms and Information
- BLC Application
- BLC Submission Requirements
- Accela Citizen Access Guidance
- BLC Statement of Variance Hardship
- BLC Notice Letter and Affidavit
- Fee Schedule
- Rules of Procedure
- Historic Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Program Overview
(1) Submission Requirements, Checklist and ARC/BLC Application
(2) Part I - Preconstruction Instructions
(3) Part I-Preconstruction Application
(4)Part II - Completed Work Application - Broadcast Schedule
- 2024 Meeting Schedule
- 2025 Meeting Schedule
Current Agendas and Minutes
Barrio Latino Commission Board
ADA Accommodation Request
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- through the City of Tampa’s online Customer Service Center using the ADA Accommodation Request Service
- by phone at (813) 274-3964
- by e-mail at TampaADA@tampagov.net or
- by mail to the City of Tampa ADA Coordinator, 306 E. Jackson Street, 280A4N, Tampa, Florida 33602.
Please note that the City of Tampa may not be able to accommodate any request received less than 48 hours before the scheduled public hearing or meeting.