City of St. Petersburg Extends Deadline for Gas Plant District Proposals

The City of St. Petersburg has moved the deadline for proposals for the Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment from November 18 to December 18 at 10:00 am.  The city cited the effects of Hurricane Ian as the reason for the extension. Spanning 86 acres nestled in the middle of St. Pete, with one of the most vibrant and walkable communities in the nation, the Historic Gas Plant District (formally known as the Tropicana Field site) represents an opportunity unlike any other in the Southeast. The new Request for Proposal process will ensure intentional equity, vibrancy and economic vitality for years to come.  The City of St. Petersburg received proposals from two developers at the end of 2021.  In June, St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch began the new Request for Proposal process.  The site is currently occupied by Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays major league baseball team. The Rays’ lease with the city expires in 2027.  Proposals for re-development must include plans with a new baseball stadium and call for residential units, to include affordable housing, office space, retail space and green space.  New proposals are due by 10 a.m. on Dec. 10.

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