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The construction of The Grove Amenity Center in South Jacksonville is progressing, with site improvement costs nearing $23.94 million. This recreational complex will provide various amenities including a welcome center, lakeside pavilion, splash pad, pool, and more, as part of a larger 1,000-acre development aimed at enhancing community living.
Jacksonville – The construction of The Grove Amenity Center is advancing at the everRange community, located in South Jacksonville. This recreational complex is part of a larger, 1,000-acre development that aims to enrich the community with various amenities.
As of August 15, 2023, the total site improvement costs for The Grove amount to nearly $23.94 million. This figure includes permits for essential utilities such as plumbing and sprinkler systems. The project took off on May 1 when the city granted a permit for site-clearing activities aimed at building a lakeside pavilion, which alone has a budget of $16 million.
Carlton Construction Inc. from Fleming Island is the contractor overseeing this substantial undertaking at 12858 Ever Range Parkway. Multiple permits have been issued to facilitate the project’s development. On May 20, Crown Pools Inc. received authorization to construct a splash pad water feature at a cost of $462,369. Follow-up permits included site-clearing work for the welcome center on June 4, which cost approximately $2.3 million, and the construction of a 3,792-square-foot welcome center as well as a 3,993-square-foot pavilion on August 15, each also costing around $2.3 million and $1.6 million, respectively. Additionally, a pool has been budgeted at $1.21 million.
The Grove’s expansive site plan features a variety of amenities that cater to residents’ recreational needs. Components include a welcome center, lakeside pavilion, lawn, pool, splash pad, dog park, and eight pickleball courts. The design incorporates modern infrastructure with a trail network, recreation pond, and additional ponds within the everRange community. Additional structures such as playground equipment, dog park shade structures, fencing, and monument signs are also planned.
Prosser Prime AE has been designated as the civil engineer for the construction project. The PARC Group, the developer behind everRange, is actively preparing model homes, slated to open in spring 2026. The community is designed to include approximately 1,500 homes, created with a “charming rustic modern ambiance,” providing a desirable living environment.
The timeline for neighborhood construction is set for the second half of 2025, with the first homes expected to be ready for occupancy by 2026. Prominent builders, such as Toll Brothers—for an active adult 55+ neighborhood—and Dream Finders Homes—for a townhome neighborhood—have already been announced for this ambitious residential project.
EverRange was rezoned in February 2023 by Big Creek Timber LLC, allowing for a mix of residential and commercial developments. Notably, around one-third of the land is dedicated to conservation or preservation efforts, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability. The PARC Group is also recognized as the master developer for other planned communities like eTown and Nocatee. Furthermore, everRange is projected to connect to The Exchange at eTown, enhancing accessibility to local amenities.
As development progresses, the PARC Group assures a steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality communities that respect natural surroundings while enhancing the lives of their residents. The ongoing construction of The Grove Amenity Center at everRange signifies a significant addition to the recreational offerings in Jacksonville’s South region, promising to cater to a range of lifestyle needs for future residents.
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Additional Resources
- Jacksonville Daily Record: Everrange Amenity Investment Nears $24 Million
- Wikipedia: Jacksonville, Florida
- Jacksonville Daily Record: Everrange Amenity Center Cleared for $16 Million Site Work
- Google Search: Everrange community
- Jacksonville Daily Record: City Permits Toll Brothers Site Clearing at Everrange
- Google Scholar: Everrange development
- Jacksonville Daily Record: Everrange Community with More than 1,300 Homes Taking Shape
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Everrange community
- Jacksonville Daily Record: Everrange Now Working Toward at Least 473 Single-Family Lots
- Google News: Everrange community development
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