The developer of a long-vacant lot in West Palm Beach’s booming south end said he is nearing a deal with a boutique grocery store to open at a key site considered the gateway to the city from Lake Worth Beach.
Patrick Koenig, co-founder of Flagler Realty & Development , said he is under a strict nondisclosure agreement that bars him from naming the store, but that the company’s real estate division has approved the location and a lease is being negotiated.
The grocer would occupy an estimated 15,000 square feet on nearly 7 acres that is also proposed for an eight-story apartment complex with 358 units, including 90 for workforce housing.
Koenig said the grocery store has asked to make the announcement when the agreement is finalized.
“I can’t even hint about who it is,” said Koenig, whose company is working with Woodfield Development to build the apartments and retail space at 8111 S. Dixie Highway.
The project, which faces a final rezoning and site plan approval Feb. 20 by the City Commission, will include an improved landscaped area along the C-51 canal for a public walkway and a dock for launching kayaks and paddleboards.