200M+

Private Investment

A

Corridor

Positioned

For

Growth

50M+

Public Investment

Informed by Data. Shaped by Community.

The Cortana Corridor has been the focus of detailed analysis to better understand its conditions, challenges, and long-term potential. This work examined population trends, employment patterns, housing demand, retail opportunity, and site-level conditions across the area.

That analysis is reflected in the Florida Corridor Plan, a corridor-wide effort that brings together market data, site evaluation, and input from thousands of residents, businesses, and stakeholders.

Our Public Engagement Model
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District Boundaries
Market Opportunity
The Florida Corridor Plan identifies clear opportunities for housing, retail, and mixed-use development supported by existing infrastructure, strong regional connectivity, and a large surrounding population. These insights guide where and how reinvestment can support long-term corridor revitalization.
Opportunity 1

Corridor Scale

Spanning 12 miles, the Florida Corridor connects more than 85,000 residents across 17 neighborhoods. It serves as one of Baton Rouge’s most important east-west corridors, linking communities, jobs, and commercial centers across the parish.
Opportunity 2

Employment & Access

The corridor includes nearly 50,000 jobs, yet 95% of employees commute from outside the area. This highlights a major opportunity to better connect housing, jobs, and services within the corridor itself.
Opportunity 3

Housing Opportunity

Market analysis shows the corridor can support 600–1,200 new multifamily units over the next decade, particularly in targeted nodes where infrastructure, access, and existing activity create strong redevelopment potential.
Opportunity 4

Retail & Growth Potential

With additional population growth, the corridor can support new neighborhood-serving retail, including approximately 20,000 SF of restaurants and 50,000 SF of retail, creating opportunities for small businesses and local investment.
The 6 Neighborhood Nodes

The Stitch Node

Florida St. from N. 5th Street to N. 19th Street
14 Opportunity Sites

Mid City Node

Florida St. from N. 22nd Street to Park Hills Drive
9 Opportunity Sites

Foster Node

Florida Blvd. from Ward Creek to Marquette Avenue
6 Opportunity Sites

Bon Carre Node

Florida Blvd. from Marquette Avenue to Airline Highway
7 Opportunity Sites

Cortana Node

Florida Blvd. from Airline Highway to Monterrey Boulevard
5 Opportunity Sites

Sherwood Node

Florida Blvd. from Sherwood Forest Boulevard to N. Flannery Road
6 Opportunity Sites

Plan the Corridor.

Guide Investment.

The Plan

Deliver Impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cortana Corridor Economic Development District (CCEDD)?

The Cortana Corridor Economic Development District is a public entity created to reinvest locally generated tax revenue into projects that strengthen the area surrounding the former Cortana Mall and nearby corridors. CCEDD focuses on coordinated, long-term redevelopment that benefits surrounding neighborhoods, businesses, and the broader district.

Where does CCEDD’s funding come from?

CCEDD uses a portion of sales tax revenue generated within the district, including activity associated with major redevelopment such as the Amazon distribution facility. Those funds are reserved for reinvestment within the district and are used to support planning, infrastructure, redevelopment, and community-serving projects.

How are decisions made and who oversees CCEDD?

CCEDD is governed by an independent board appointed by the Mayor-President and the District 6 Council Member. Investments and major actions are reviewed through public meetings and follow applicable governance, procurement, and ethics requirements to ensure transparency and accountability.

What types of projects does CCEDD invest in?

CCEDD invests in a range of projects aligned with adopted plans and district priorities. These include planning efforts, infrastructure improvements, catalytic redevelopment projects, housing, land banking, and partnerships that support economic vitality and community benefit.

How can residents, businesses, or developers engage with CCEDD?

Residents can follow CCEDD’s work through public meetings and project updates. Businesses and development partners interested in working within the district are encouraged to review current projects and adopted plans, including the Florida Corridor Plan, which guides how reinvestment decisions are evaluated.