Relocation Information for The City of Longwood, Florida
Longwood
Land Area~ 5.3 Square Miles in Seminole County, Florida
The City of Longwood may not be one of the largest cities in Central Florida, but it ranks among the oldest, dating roughly from the end of the Second Seminole War.
During the first half of the 1800's, several forts were established in Central Florida as bases for military action. When the threat of Seminole Indian attacks receded, many settlers moved to Longwood and established orange groves and other crops in the area. They sent word to the North, speaking of the Florida climate and warm weather. Soon, more and more moved to the Central Florida area, a practice that continues to this day.
Longwood soon became inundated with entrepreneurs, small business owners, churches and homes. Many of these early buildings are still in existence today in Downtown Longwood and many are on the National Registry of Historic Places. New economic and development opportunities were brought to the area in the 1960's and 1970's, funneled by both, the Space Industry and the development of Walt Disney World and the other attractions.
The City of Longwood prides itself on providing a favorable atmosphere to the development and enhancement of commercial and industrial uses. There are approximately 465 acres devoted to commercial use and approximately 355 acres for industrial purposes within the City. New developers are always welcome by City staff to meet and review their location/development needs and discuss all aspects of permitting activities and approvals.
The Historic City of Longwood takes collective pride in that a significant portion of it's central area is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The combination of this Old Florida charm and the City's dedication to attracting new and dynamic industrial enterprise warrants careful examination by newcomers.
Population: 13580
Population Density: 2593 People per Sq. Mile
General Characteristics: The City of Longwood is unique in that it provides a comfortable, safe, small town atmosphere while being nestled withina larger, dynamic metropolotan area which is known throughout the world for it's ambience and attractions.
Location: Approximately 15 minutes North of Orlando,
The City of Longwood is bordered by the Cities of Winter Springs,
Apopka, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs and Heathrow/Lake Mary.
Education: Seminole County School District, 400 East Lake Mary Blvd, Sanford Florida 32773.
(407) 321-0000 or 1-888-297-7277
For more information on The City of Longwood, contact the Greater Seminole Chamber of Commerce at 30 N. Westmonte Drive, Suite 1974, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
(407) 834-4404 and Fax (407)339-1224