A structured, evidence-based search for the ideal Phase 1 location — combining traffic data, EV coverage gaps, and commercial land availability across Jacksonville.
Before looking at specific lots, we define what makes a site work across all three phases. A lot that fails Phase 1 never gets to Phase 2.
On or directly off I-95, I-295, I-10, or US-1. Minimum 40,000 vehicles/day on the nearest arterial. Easy in/out — signalized intersection nearby preferred.
Enough for 20–40 parking spaces in Phase 1, plus space to add 4–8 Supercharger stalls and vending placement in later phases. Tight urban lots under 0.4 acres don't scale.
Phase 2 Superchargers require heavy electrical service — 600A+ per cabinet. Proximity to existing commercial grid infrastructure significantly reduces Phase 2 upgrade costs.
CCG-1, CCG-2, or equivalent commercial zoning that permits parking, EV charging, and vending as of right — without requiring special use variances that add cost and time.
Proving the concept at lower entry cost. Average commercial land in Jacksonville runs ~$323K/acre — target lots where total Phase 1 investment (land + setup) stays under $450K.
Within 5 miles of an underserved corridor — no existing Supercharger within a 3–4 mile radius. These gaps are where Tesla's own navigation will actively route traffic to us.
Existing Superchargers cluster in Southside and along the Beach Boulevard corridor. Three zones have meaningful gaps relative to traffic volume.
Click any marker for detail. Zone and Supercharger positions are approximate planning placements, not surveyed coordinates.
Ranked by the combination of traffic volume, Supercharger gap size, land cost, and Phase 2 viability. All three meet the core criteria — they differ in risk profile and timing.
Seven confirmed locations in the Jacksonville metro area as of June 2026. All sit in the Southside, Beach Boulevard, and outer fringe — leaving the Northside and Westside underserved.
| Location | Address | Stalls | Max kW | Version | Gap for us? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips Hwy (Southside) | 5735 Philips Hwy, 32216 | 12 | 250kW | V4 | Covered |
| Gate Parkway (Town Center) | 4866 Gate Pkwy, 32246 | 8 | 150kW | V3 | Covered |
| Beach Blvd (Wawa) | 13363 Beach Blvd, 32246 | 12 | 325kW | V4 | Covered |
| City Center Blvd (Northside) | 13221 City Center Blvd, 32218 | 16 | 250kW | V4 | Northside edge |
| Sago Ave W (Northside) | 12333 Sago Ave W, 32218 | 12 | 250kW | V4 | Northside edge |
| Chaffee Rd (Westside) | 703 Chaffee Rd, 32221 | 8 | 150kW | V3 | Often congested |
| Blanding Blvd (new) | 7911 Blanding Blvd, 32244 | 11 | 250kW | V4 | SW partial coverage |
| I-10 West corridor | No station within 4 mi | — | — | GAP | Our opportunity |
| Airport / I-95 North mid | No station within 6 mi | — | — | GAP | Our opportunity |
Each criterion weighted by its importance to all three phases. Scores 1–5. Westside leads on the factors that matter most for Phase 1 and Phase 2 viability.
| Criterion | Weight | Zone 1 — Westside | Zone 2 — Northside | Zone 3 — Southwest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supercharger gap size | 25% | 5 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Daily traffic volume | 20% | 4 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Land cost vs budget | 20% | 5 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Phase 3 vending potential | 15% | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 5 / 5 |
| Commercial zoning availability | 10% | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Power infrastructure proximity | 10% | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 |
| Weighted total score | 100% | 87 / 100 | 79 / 100 | 74 / 100 |
Moving from zone identification to a lot under offer. A clear sequence with defined decision points.
Brief them on Zone 1 (Westside / I-10) first, with Zone 2 (Northside) as secondary. Provide these criteria: 0.5–1.0 acres, CCG-1 or CCG-2 zoning, under $400K, corridor frontage. LoopNet, Crexi, and local brokers (CBRE Jacksonville, Colliers) are the right starting points.
FDOT publishes Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) counts for every road segment in Florida. For each candidate lot, verify the actual count on the adjacent road — confirm minimum 40,000 vehicles/day. Free at fdot.gov/statistics.
For any lot that passes the paper filter, do a physical visit — preferably on a weekday morning when traffic is representative. Assess: visibility from the road, ease of turning in/out, surrounding businesses, condition of the lot, and any immediate red flags.
Before making any offer, ask JEA (Jacksonville Electric Authority) for an informal feasibility assessment on Phase 2 power requirements at the address. This costs nothing and can disqualify a lot early — a transformer upgrade can add $50–150K to Phase 2 costs if the grid infrastructure isn't nearby.
For the top 1–2 sites, build a simple parking revenue model: estimated stalls × occupancy rate × daily rate × 365. Compare against land carrying costs. The site needs to reach break-even within 18 months of Phase 1 launch to proceed with confidence.
Once a site clears all filters, submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). This is non-binding and holds the property while due diligence is completed — title search, Phase I environmental, zoning confirmation, and final JEA assessment.