The Innovation District launched in 2016, and early planning efforts included an initial vision and placemaking and streetscape design. As the District evolved, so has the land and its uses. Opportunities have grown for pedestrian oriented amenities, neighborhood scale cafes, expanded use of office space, and community events. Many of these ideas were developed in isolation. From 2024 to 2026, the District partnered with the City of St. Petersburg on a comprehensive Master Plan that aligned these efforts, engaged a broad range of participants, and produced a clear set of prioritized projects to guide the District’s future.
Innovation doesn’t happen by accident — it happens by design. At the heart of the Innovation District’s vision is the creation of public and private spaces that actively spark collaboration
Are you like me? Give me a physical map and I get excited! Maybe its a carryover from the pre-GPS days, but I think it is such a fun way to explore an area.
Do you have an innovative idea for the District - a place we are missing, a new use for an existing building, a technology tool... anything? As part of our Master Planning project, we have an online tool available for you to share these ideas.
For general comments about programming, geography not in the study area and more, please send a message. Please note while we will review all comments, due to the volume, we may not be able to respond to all.
To make comments on the project plan, please visit Kimley-Horn.