PINELLAS TRAIL
A group of activists, local businesses and neighborhood associations are uniting to move The Sunline forward, turning the Pinellas Trail into a vibrant, biodiverse multi-modal corridor. They seek to improve connectivity, activate underutilized areas of the trail and enhance greenspace to seamlessly connect nature and neighborhoods.There has been very intentional progress to date towards the goal of activating this stretch of the Pinellas Trail. As a step to introduce shade, Take MAR planted over 300 native trees along the trail in 2023.
In response to 2023 workshops that highlighted a need for mixed use zoning allowances to promote increased density, in 2024 city council unanimously approved several zoning changes throughout the Warehouse Arts District. This made it possible for projects like Gallery Haus to move forward; this is a 254-unit mixed-use development proposed to be built along the trail, orienting residents and retail towards the trail. Modera Apartments, completed in 2024, is currently the only other trail-oriented development.
In November of 2025, the city made progress on securing a crucial mile stretch of the CSX rail right-of-way, stretching from Dr. MLK Jr. St. along 1st Ave. S. to 5th Ave. N. The City plans to create a trail linking the Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment and the Pinellas Trail up to 5th Avenue North. It will be funded by the City, a longtime local business owner and a developer.
Most recently, a series of charrettes zeroed in on a potential activation of four blocks of the Pinellas Trail beneath I-275, introducing recreation, gathering space, markets and landscaping. Community leaders, creatives, business owners and hospitality professionals convened in November of 2025 to help map the future of this visionary public space, called Trails Crossing, that will connect bifurcated neighborhoods.
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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A vision for St. Pete as an innovation hub triggered a revival of Historic Gas Plant site redevelopment bids.
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Immediately south of Downtown, the Innovation District houses significant opportunities that positively impact our urban center and beyond.
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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 MOREA group of activists, local businesses and neighborhood associations are uniting to move The Sunline forward, turning the Pinellas Trail into a vibrant, biodiverse multi-modal corridor. They seek to improve connectivity, activate underutilized areas of the trail and enhance greenspace to seamlessly connect nature and neighborhoods.There has been very intentional progress to date towards the goal of activating this stretch of the Pinellas Trail. As a step to introduce shade, Take MAR planted over 300 native trees along the trail in 2023.
In response to 2023 workshops that highlighted a need for mixed use zoning allowances to promote increased density, in 2024 city council unanimously approved several zoning changes throughout the Warehouse Arts District. This made it possible for projects like Gallery Haus to move forward; this is a 254-unit mixed-use development proposed to be built along the trail, orienting residents and retail towards the trail. Modera Apartments, completed in 2024, is currently the only other trail-oriented development.
In November of 2025, the city made progress on securing a crucial mile stretch of the CSX rail right-of-way, stretching from Dr. MLK Jr. St. along 1st Ave. S. to 5th Ave. N. The City plans to create a trail linking the Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment and the Pinellas Trail up to 5th Avenue North. It will be funded by the City, a longtime local business owner and a developer.
Most recently, a series of charrettes zeroed in on a potential activation of four blocks of the Pinellas Trail beneath I-275, introducing recreation, gathering space, markets and landscaping. Community leaders, creatives, business owners and hospitality professionals convened in November of 2025 to help map the future of this visionary public space, called Trails Crossing, that will connect bifurcated neighborhoods.
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 MOREA vision for St. Pete as an innovation hub triggered a revival of Historic Gas Plant site redevelopment bids.
LEARN MOREImmediately south of Downtown, the Innovation District houses significant opportunities that positively impact our urban center and beyond.
LEARN MOREIn 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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