Paint the Pavement Mural Update
Published on August 25, 2025
Why Are Pavement Murals Being Removed?
Pavement murals have brought color and creativity to Clearwater neighborhoods. Recent changes in state transportation rules mean these murals can no longer remain on public roadways.
Which Murals Are Being Removed?
The following pavement murals are being removed:
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MLK Jr. Avenue & Woodlawn Street
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Rainbow Drive & Mars Avenue
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Hart Street & Pennsylvania Avenue
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N. Fort Harrison Avenue & Eldridge Street
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Garden Avenue & Cleveland Street
The following pavement treatment is also being removed:
What This Means For Public Art In Clearwater
These murals have represented neighborhood identity, volunteerism and partnership. As transportation rules evolve, pavement murals are no longer permitted on roadways. Public art remains a top priority for the City of Clearwater. We are committed to continuing opportunities for residents, artists and businesses to celebrate creativity throughout our community.
Opportunities For Art
Clearwater residents, businesses and neighborhood groups can stay involved in public art through:
What’s Next
City teams are working to remove pavement murals and notify artists and volunteers who created them. At the same time, we are partnering with neighborhoods to identify new locations such as parks, libraries, recreation centers where art can live permanently.