CLERMONT, FL-Orlando developers of the proposed $1 billion mixed-use venture, shot down by Lake County commissioners last September after developers failed to break ground at the five-year development deadline, argue other projects received additional time after missing similar deadlines. Clermont is 25 miles west of Downtown Orlando.

AUSTIN-Research and development in Austin might have to take a back seat to logistics and distribution in a few years. Lots of land and proponents hope to turn the corridor into an L&D hub, a potential bolstered by cargo capability expansion at the airport.

HOUSTON-A valve manufacturer and a tire supplier have found new warehouse spots in the city. The two deals total 17,997 sf in the ongoing race for Houston's industrial space. Nutron heads to northwest Houston and Big State Tire goes to a northern suburb.