Lake Park Mixed-Used District: Repositioning Its Federal Highway Corridor for Growth

Facing a shrinking tax base and stalled redevelopment, the Town of Lake Park hired RMA to reimagine its Federal Highway Corridor, a prime but underutilized area near the marina, parks, and Intracoastal views.

RMA developed customized project branding based on the city’s historic Olmsted-era planning. The public outreach campaign included a project website, direct mailer, social media, banners and signs.

The proposed mixed-use and form-based code was adopted unanimously and included strategic height transitions to protect neighborhood character. To catalyze activity in the newly rezoned area, RMA and the Town, hosted a Development Opportunity Marketing Event which sparked exceptional investor interest.

The project resulted in a strong regulatory framework, a surge in market demand, and several properties purchased for redevelopment, turning untapped potential into real progress.