JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The City of Jacksonville will provide 23 “buildable” acres to the University of Florida for the new graduate campus in downtown after an open and public disposition process.
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This is the first major step toward making the campus a reality, according to a news release.
The parcels of land will go through the Downtown Investment Authority process at the Retail Enhancement and Property Disposition Committee on Feb. 13. A full board vote will happen on Feb. 19. Upon DIA approval, the proposals will move to the Jacksonville City Council.
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The considered land parcels include two empty sites, the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, the historic train station attached to the convention center, and 801 W. Bay Street.
There is also a Riverfront Plaza proposal.
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The graduate campus’ first degree program is expected to begin in Aug. 2025, and the main launch will be in 2026.
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