Plans for the $35 million expansion and upgrade of the Shelter Pointe Resort include the construction of two new three-story hotel buildings accommodation approximately 158 guest rooms and suites, a new swimming pool, the construction of a new 230-space parking garage with a subterranean level and three above-grade levels including the construction of a new surface parking lot of approximately 184 spaces as well as the resurfacing and restriping of the existing parking spaces. The expansion will include a new lobby, gourmet restaurant, and banquet/conference space and spa amenities. In the existing hotel building, a remodel the lobby and port cóchere complement the new construction. New landscaping, art, and a walkway will enhance the bay front experience for hotel guests and members of the public.

The $8 million reconstruction and remodel of the Island Palm Hotel will include a new three-story hotel building of approximately 25,600 square feet that includes 48 guest rooms plus marina offices and facilities, remodeling of the existing building to provide 77 guestrooms, a 1,560 square-foot two-story main lobby, new elevator system, new kitchen and support areas, approximately 1,330 square-foot dining area, room, restrooms and administrative offices and new exercise room. In addition, the public promenade will be widened to a width of approximately 18-feet and improved with a 5-foot wide meandering concrete sidewalk, 13 feet of landscape areas, as well as new signage, bench seating, and public art.