e) 229 St. Johns Avenue:

Planning Board Meeting · 2026-05-05 · agenda_item

A two-story building totaling an estimated 5,000 square feet is planned for 229 St. Johns Avenue. The first floor's use is currently undecided but may include a jazz club or a leasable special event space, intended for public use while following Downtown Riverfront Zoning District rules. The second floor will feature eight hotel rooms, and a new third floor will add another eight hotel rooms and an estimated 3,400 square feet. The city of Palatka Planning Commission has already approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the proposed 16 hotel rooms. This project is currently under review, representing an early opportunity for local businesses. The scope of work will likely involve site preparation, construction of the building's structure, interior finishing, and potentially specialized installations for event spaces and hotel amenities. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as general contracting, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, flooring, and landscaping could find opportunities by engaging early before final plans and bids are established.

building square footage

5000 square feet

hotel rooms

8 rooms

additional square footage

3400 square feet

total hotel rooms

16 hotel rooms