INNOVATION DISTRICT

Development Potential

Immediately south of Downtown, the Innovation District houses significant opportunities that positively impact our urban center and beyond. Prometheus Partners and Harborage Marina have amassed impressive acreage over the last few years.

Developer Prometheus Partners owns more than 17 acres — 10.5 being contiguous — along Salt Creek. The unique opportunity here is for a cohesive, mixed use waterfront district.

While a majority of the parcels are currently industrial zoned, permits pulled to date include everything from Class A office, a sizable industrial building, a drive-in restaurant, parking and sustainability measures. These sustainability measures include utility improvements and an underground stormwater system, which is important given the property falls within a Coastal High-Hazard Area.
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The owners of Harborage Marina are another major landholder; they have taken ownership of approximately 14.5 acres. Their stance is that there is room for everything in the District, as this is the only large tract of waterfront land left in St. Pete where residences, marinas, offices, restaurants, retail and innovative labs can coexist.

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Harborage is drawn to the District, recognizing the important role of Marine Science and the boating industry on our economy. They have been fortunate to collaborate with innovative companies working within the District which have helped them become the city’s first clean marina. Harborage joined many of its stakeholder peers as leadership completed the District’s first Master Plan, marking the Innovation District’s 10th anniversary.

The industrial buildings and marine service operations currently existing could be complemented by a mix of retail, office space and residential units that capitalize on the area’s waterfront appeal, surrounding science, technology, entrepreneurial and academic institutions and its proximity to Downtown.

Transformational Projects

Williams Park

Established in 1894, the park that once served as “town square” and the site for political debates, civic rallies, picnics, outdoor events and performances is being given new life.

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Historic Gas Plant District

A vision for St. Pete as an innovation hub triggered a revival of Historic Gas Plant site redevelopment bids.

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Pinellas Trail

The continuous, multi-use path is expanding in length and activation, becoming an even more vital connector between Downtown’s districts and communities throughout Pinellas.

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Infrastructure

In 2025, the City engaged in inspections, repairs and identified crucial investments; rolled out informational resources; secured funding to support housing, infrastructure and community revitalization; and committed to forward-looking hardening efforts.

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Development Potential

Immediately south of Downtown, the Innovation District houses significant opportunities that positively impact our urban center and beyond. Prometheus Partners and Harborage Marina have amassed impressive acreage over the last few years.

Developer Prometheus Partners owns more than 17 acres — 10.5 being contiguous — along Salt Creek. The unique opportunity here is for a cohesive, mixed use waterfront district.

While a majority of the parcels are currently industrial zoned, permits pulled to date include everything from Class A office, a sizable industrial building, a drive-in restaurant, parking and sustainability measures. These sustainability measures include utility improvements and an underground stormwater system, which is important given the property falls within a Coastal High-Hazard Area.
© Courtesy of St. Pete Rising.
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The owners of Harborage Marina are another major landholder; they have taken ownership of approximately 14.5 acres. Their stance is that there is room for everything in the District, as this is the only large tract of waterfront land left in St. Pete where residences, marinas, offices, restaurants, retail and innovative labs can coexist.

© St. Pete Innovation District.

Harborage is drawn to the District, recognizing the important role of Marine Science and the boating industry on our economy. They have been fortunate to collaborate with innovative companies working within the District which have helped them become the city’s first clean marina. Harborage joined many of its stakeholder peers as leadership completed the District’s first Master Plan, marking the Innovation District’s 10th anniversary.

The industrial buildings and marine service operations currently existing could be complemented by a mix of retail, office space and residential units that capitalize on the area’s waterfront appeal, surrounding science, technology, entrepreneurial and academic institutions and its proximity to Downtown.

Transformational Projects

Williams Park

Established in 1894, the park that once served as “town square” and the site for political debates, civic rallies, picnics, outdoor events and performances is being given new life.

LEARN MORE
Historic Gas Plant District

A vision for St. Pete as an innovation hub triggered a revival of Historic Gas Plant site redevelopment bids.

LEARN MORE
Pinellas Trail

The continuous, multi-use path is expanding in length and activation, becoming an even more vital connector between Downtown’s districts and communities throughout Pinellas.

LEARN MORE
Infrastructure

In 2025, the City engaged in inspections, repairs and identified crucial investments; rolled out informational resources; secured funding to support housing, infrastructure and community revitalization; and committed to forward-looking hardening efforts.

LEARN MORE