Crosland Southeast has been chosen by the Charlotte Douglas International Airport to move forward on a deal to develop the city-owned Destination District Central property.

Destination District Central spans nearly 40 acres at Wilkinson Boulevard and North Josh Birmingham Parkway. The project would likely include multiple phases initially focused on retail and hospitality development.

Early plans call for 50,000 square feet of retail and two hotels totaling 300 rooms.

The Charlotte Business Journal reports the best case would see a groundbreaking there in early 2026. If a deal is reached and approved by City Council this winter, the entitlement process for the site would likely take 12 to 15 months. 

Crosland has worked with the city before, developing a master plan of Eastland Yards. Crosland is also behind major mixed-use projects like Commonwealth in Plaza Midwood and Waverly in south Charlotte. 

Strategic Property Partners unveiled plans for three new projects as part of the ongoing development of Water Street Tampa (“WST”). The project includes a residential condominium building, a build-to-suit office complex and an entertainment destination near Amalie Arena.  

The office and residential towers will occupy an extension of Water Street currently under construction north of the 900 and 1000 blocks of E. Cumberland Ave. The mixed-use entertainment destination, located just north of Amalie Arena between S. Morgan St and S. Jefferson St., will feature a select service hotel, a parking garage and a variety of entertainment options. f

The new residential condominium building will be the tallest building on Water Street. Additionally, SPP is exploring a new club concept with a social and fitness focus. Gensler Architects is designing the residential tower, with Nichols Architects acting as architect of record. 

The second tower will be a build-to-suit office complex with ground-floor retail.