The Punta Gorda Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved two certificates of appropriateness on Oct. 23 for proposed signage on commercial buildings:

- CA61‑2025, 301 West Marion Avenue: Staff reported the building was constructed in 1926 in a commercial vernacular style and is listed on the Florida Master Site File; staff recommended the zoning official approve the certificate and the board recommended approval.

- CA65‑2025, 314 Tamiami Trail, Suite 112: Staff said the building dates from about 1960 in a mid‑century modern style and is listed on the Florida Master Site File; staff recommended approval and the board recommended approval.

Hank Flores, the city’s urban design manager, presented CA61‑2025. For both applications staff said the proposals were consistent with the character of the structures and with the Florida Master Site File listing. Motions to approve each certificate were made and seconded; the board voiced unanimous approval for both items. These recommendations go to the zoning official for final administrative action.