The Pondry, a mixed-use development proposed by Trevato Development Group, has ignited a heated debate among Jacksonville residents. Located at 4920 San Pablo Road, the 30-acre site, formerly known as the Allstate Campus, is situated south of Butler Boulevard and west of San Pablo Road South.

Trevato's vision for The Pondry involves transforming the existing office park into a vibrant community that seamlessly blends residential living, retail spaces, and commercial offices. The developer has outlined plans to add about 20,000 square feet of retail space, 36 townhomes, 24 row houses, and 190 condominium units to the property.

While the project promises to revitalize the property and boost local economic growth, it now faces significant opposition from neighboring residents. According to Attorney Paul Harden, who represents the Davis family and other homeowners in the area, the primary concerns revolve around potential increases in traffic, noise pollution, and property values. The proposed development's proximity to the gated Pablo Creek Reserve community, known for its high-end homes, has also raised concerns about its impact on the neighborhood's character.

To address these concerns, Trevato has made several modifications to its initial plans. These changes include reducing the amount of retail space, eliminating a proposed hotel and drive-thru, and shifting the development further north to create a larger buffer zone for neighboring properties. Additionally, the developer has conducted a traffic study to assess the potential impact of the project on local roads.

Despite these concessions, the opposition remains strong. Residents argue that the project would fundamentally alter the nature of their neighborhood, which has long been characterized by its quiet, suburban atmosphere. They fear that the increased density and commercial activity associated with The Pondry would disrupt their peaceful way of life.

The Jacksonville City Council will ultimately decide the fate of The Pondry. The rezoning application for the project is currently under review. Trevato Development Group announced May 31 it bought the Allstate Campus office park near Mayo Clinic in Florida for $20 million and signed Jacksonville-based Stellar Energy as the anchor tenant. The CBRE real estate company will manage leasing for the development.

Additional Trevato Projects

Beyond The Pondry, Trevato is actively involved in numerous other developments that are making an impact on various parts of Jacksonville, Florida. A few of these projects include Adventure Landing Redevelopment, Beaches CBD block, Block Five, Block Nine, and the Ponte Vedra Winn Dixie.

Block Nine Development: Located in downtown Jacksonville's Brooklyn neighborhood, Block Nine is a $100 million seven-story mixed-use project featuring 293 multifamily units, 7,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, and 5,000 square feet of coworking space. This project aims to contribute to the revitalization of the Brooklyn area along the Emerald Trail and McCoy’s Creek with construction starting in 2025.

Adventure Landing Redevelopment: Trevato acquired the 53.8-acre Adventure Landing site at 1944 Beach Blvd, in Jacksonville Beach with plans to transform it into a mixed-use development to include 415 residential units and 1,800 square feet of commercial space. They bought the property in 2021 for $7.87 million, which interestingly was $1.5 million less than when the property sold ten years earlier. The project was originally estimated to be an $80 investment.