JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A developer unveiled plans Thursday for a 30-story Hard Rock Hotel on Jacksonville’s riverfront, offering a first look at what could replace the long-vacant lot at 500 East Bay St.
The proposal was presented during a workshop before the city’s Downtown Development Review Board and the Downtown Investment Authority. The meeting drew a nearly full house and generally positive feedback from board members and residents.
“It is exciting to bring Hard Rock, a global brand, to Jacksonville,” said Michael Munz, CEO and founder of Florida Innovation Capital…