Vision
Imagine a place where downtown Fort Myers is at your doorstep, where interconnectivity and walkability isn’t just valued, but embraced, and where the waterfront is more than just a beautiful backdrop.
Welcome to Legacy Harbour, a mixed-use community envisioned for the heart of downtown Fort Myers. Here you can sip a cup of coffee overlooking the Caloosahatchee River, stroll the promenade after an afternoon in downtown Fort Myers, or grab a late-night bite after a day on the water.
Legacy Harbour pays homage to Fort Myers’ historic past, while building upon the legacy created by our community leaders over the last two decades to revitalize the downtown area. The project embraces the vision of Fort Myers icon Haywood Sullivan, who understood the important role this piece of property would play in elevating Fort Myers.
The sleek, sophisticated design brings the waterfront to life, creating a beacon on the Caloosahatchee beckoning boaters to stop for the day. View corridors give pedestrians and drivers along West First Street a peak at the best Fort Myers has to offer, while expansive walkways encourage residents and visitors alike to stretch their legs and enjoy the Southwest Florida lifestyle.
Location
Legacy Harbour extends the River District south on West First Street. Located on 4.7 acres of property, the project connects downtown Fort Myers with the historic McGregor neighborhood.
Interconnectivity and walkability are key at Legacy Harbour, making its location ideal for residents and visitors who want to enjoy everything downtown Fort Myers has to offer. The project is located within walking distance of:
- Centennial Park
- Luminary Hotel & Co.
- Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
- Edison & Ford Winter Estates
- Shopping and dining options
Project Details
In 2014, the Fort Myers City Council approved a plan for Legacy Harbour that included two, 25-story towers featuring 352 residential unit and 37,658 square feet of commercial space, with permitting and construction on Phase 1 occurring within 10 years. AIRN Management, the property owner, is seeking to update the plan to:
- Extend the timeline for Phase I permitting and construction
- Increase the total number of residential units to 377
- Increase the total amount of commercial square footage to 37,673
- Include 37,506 square feet of public open space, including a riverwalk and park
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FAQs
What is Legacy Harbour?
Legacy Harbour is a mixed-use community envisioned for the heart of downtown Fort Myers. The community pays homage to Fort Myers historic past, while building upon the legacy created by community leaders over the last two decades to revitalize the downtown area.
Where is it located?
Legacy Harbour is located on 4.7 acres along West First Street, extending the River District south on West First and connecting downtown to the historic McGregor neighborhood.
What has been proposed?
In 2014, Fort Myers City Council approved a plan, Phase 1, for the property that included two, 25-story towers, featuring 352 residential units and 37,658 square feet of commercial space, with permitting and construction to begin within 10 years.
In 2024, AIRN Management, the property owner, requested to update the plan to extend the timeline for Phase 1 permitting and construction, increase the total number of residential units to 377, increase the total amount of commercial square footage to 37,673 and include 37,506 square feet of public open space, which involves a riverwalk and park.
How is Hurricane Ian clean-up progressing?
AIRN Management contracted with Honc Destruction and Kelly Brothers to complete upland and marine demolition and clean-up.
Honc Destruction completed upland demolition of existing hotel and retail buildings, as well as upland clean-up, in June 2024. Kelly Brothers completed the removal of pilings and the remaining docks in July 2024. Florida Marine Contracting and Recovery scanned the marina basin floor and, with the assistance of divers, all remaining debris has been recovered and disposed.
Additionally, AIRN Management replaced the roof of the existing harbour master building, which currently serves as an on-site management office.
When will the boats in the water be removed?
AIRN Management is working closely with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to remove the 54’ foot motor yacht located outside the marina basin. FWC anticipates it will be removed in early September.
Additionally, the property owners are working with the West Coast Inland Navigation District (WCIND) to remove the two vessels located in the marina basin. These vessels have been included as part of a grant to remove derelict vessels throughout Lee County. WCIND expects to learn whether it received the grant in September.
Once the vessels are removed, marina clean-up will be completed
Will the marina be rebuilt?
AIRN Management is exploring all possible options related to the marina.