The selection of a general contractor for the townhouse project has not yet been finalized, says Solomon.

Specific uses for the planned 120,000 sf of commercial space include convenience shops, retail and office space. This portion of the project is currently being called The Village Center and also will be located in Benita Springs. Plans call for office and residential space to be above or interspersed within The Village Center, Solomon tells GlobeSt.com, adding that the type of residential in this area will be live-work space, or apartments/condos above retail or in separate buildings.

The existing 18-hole golf course at Palmira Golf & Country Club in Benita Springs will be expanded to 27 holes, he states. The country club already has a 30,000-sf clubhouse and an 8,000-sf fitness and wellness facility with resort-style pools.