October 14, 2025<\/p>\n
The City of Cape Coral is seeking proposals from interested and qualified firms experienced in Florida to redevelop Bimini Basin East, which comprises approximately 22 acres bounded by Cape Coral Parkway, Coronado Parkway, and Tarpon Court. This recently-cleared site is a major opportunity in the City\u2019s\u00a0South Cape Community Redevelopment Area (CRA)<\/a>.<\/p>\n Proposals will be accepted electronically until October 30, 2025, at 3 p.m. To submit a proposal, visit\u00a0CapeCoral.ionwave.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n Why Bimini East?<\/p>\n Zoned Mixed-Use Bimini Development Vision<\/p>\n The City\u2019s vision for Bimini Basin East supports the creation of a vibrant, walkable district that includes:<\/p>\n Mixed-use buildings with ground-floor retail and upper-level residential or hospitality uses
\nMax Density: 125 dwelling units per acre
\nMax Height: 12 stories or 160 feet
\nPrime Location: Over 51,000 daily vehicle trips; projected to reach 70,500 by 2045
\nSaltwater access with boating to the Gulf
\nPart of the South Cape CRA
\nServed by City utilities
\nPositioned in one of Florida\u2019s fastest-growing cities (current population: 224,455; projected: 375,000 by 2050)<\/p>\n
\nArchitectural styles and residential formats that reflect the evolving character and lifestyle appeal of the South Cape
\nPublic gathering areas, outdoor dining, and art-enhanced streetscapes
Strong pedestrian connections to Bimini Basin, The Cove at 47th, and Bimini Square<\/p>\n