November 2025

Aventuur Inc., a global developer of surf parks, is moving ahead with plans for Jacksonville Surf Park — a 45-acre destination anchored by a 5.5-acre Wavegarden Cove Lagoon capable of generating ocean-quality waves for more than 80 surfers at once. But the concept goes far beyond the wave. Aventuur’s vision is to create a full

A proposed Hard Rock Hotel site at the former Berkman II condominium. Photo Source: jaxdailyrecord Developers of the Hard Rock Hotel Jacksonville have included city incentives in their early financial models. The project is currently planned for the former Berkman II condominium site downtown. Downtown Site and Proposed Plans The hotel is proposed on a

Dream Finders Homes has teamed up with Charlotte-based private equity firm South Street Partners to purchase the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa and its exclusive oceanfront Cabana Beach Club. The $149 million deal, confirmed by a company spokesperson, marks a major change in ownership for the Ponte Vedra Beach landmark. Financing was backed by

Exterior rendering of The Preserve at Laurelton, Green Cove Springs. Photo Source: David Weekley Homes A new community in Green Cove Springs brings fresh home designs and modern amenities to Northeast Florida. David Weekley Homes Enters Clay County David Weekley Homes, one of the nation’s largest privately held homebuilders, is expanding into Clay County with its newest development, The Preserve at Laurelton. Located in

$4.3M Auditorium Approved for World Golf Village Retirement Community St. Johns County has approved plans for a new 300-seat auditorium at Westminster St. Augustine, a retirement community located in World Golf Village. The 11,290-square-foot facility—described in plans as a cultural enrichment center—received a $4.33 million building permit issued to Clancy & Theys Construction of Winter