July 23, 2024
Some City Council members say the option should be considered if it makes more sense than restoring the buildings.…
July 9, 2024
DIA chief raises concerns about Downtown committee
CEO Lori Boyer says projects are on hold as the Special Committee on the Future of Downtown considers changes.…
June 27, 2024
Another roadblock for Laura Street Trio project
The Downtown Investment Authority staff is recommending that the city end negotiations with the developer of the Laura Street Trio.…
May 9, 2024
DIA expected to extend CEO’s contract next week
Lori Boyer has been CEO of the Downtown Investment Authority since 2019. Her contract is scheduled to end in June.…
May 8, 2024
Shipyards West Park: Here’s what’s planned
The plans, 60% complete, include a cafe, open lawn for events, boardwalk, sports courts, kayak and boat rental, and more.…
April 29, 2024
New committee seeks answers on Downtown development
Jacksonville City Council President Ron Salem is creating a special committee to examine the work of the Downtown Investment Authority.…
April 16, 2024
Southbank self storage, affordable housing plan wins over zoning committee
City Council members on the Land Use and Zoning Committee meeting on Tuesday narrowly endorsed a rezoning request that could…
March 11, 2024
Downtown’s time has come, developers say
Some of Jacksonville’s biggest developers say Downtown is nearing a tipping point and you won’t recognize it in a few…
December 14, 2023
Housing planned alongside Rosa Parks Transit Station in Downtown Jax
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is discussing a development combining housing, retail and a grocery store.…
October 31, 2023
THE JAXSON | 5 restaurants coming to Downtown
Downtown’s culinary scene continues to grow. Here are five restaurant concepts headed to Jacksonville’s central business district.…
October 26, 2023
Downtown Jax is finally starting to grow
Although problems remain, a new report paints a rosy picture of new homes, hotels and businesses in Downtown Jacksonville.…
September 29, 2023
In Downtown Jax: Developers wait out rising costs
Downtown Investment Authority CEO Lori Boyer says the pace of development is “terrific” but the pipeline of future projects is…
September 20, 2023
Gateway Jax launches plans for Downtown development that could reach $2B
A $500 million mixed-used development in Downtown Jacksonville with apartments and a grocery store is Phase 1 of a project…
May 9, 2023
THE JAXSON | The lost shipyards of Jacksonville
Here are five large shipyards that once laid down vessels on Jacksonville’s working waterfront.…
March 14, 2023
THE JAXSON | Lenny’s Lawn: A 4-year retrospective
Here’s a look back at the decisions that led to “Lenny’s Lawn” and what the future may hold for the…
March 7, 2023
THE JAXSON | 15 major apartment projects underway in or near Downtown
Here are 15 significant apartment or townhouse projects currently under construction in or near Downtown Jacksonville.…
January 17, 2023
Downtown board’s deferral of planned LaVilla gas station hailed as community victory
A Jan. 12 deferral means the Downtown Improvement Authority will bring the DDRB’s concerns to Jacksonville-based First Coast Energy before…
January 4, 2022
OPINION | Changing the urban landscape in 2022
Jacksonville’s Urban Core is growing again after decades of decline, the Emerald Trail has broken ground, and the Downtown Northbank…
December 7, 2021
OPINION | The forgotten factor behind Downtown Jax’s struggles
Analyses of Downtown Jacksonville’s continued struggles typically focus on factors within Downtown’s boundaries. Though generally overlooked, one external factor may…
November 30, 2021
OPINION | 5 development myths that hold Downtown Jax back
Does demolishing old buildings prime the pump for flashy ones? Is 10,000 residents the magic number necessary to enliven Downtown…