As Jacksonville advances its vision for next-generation urban mobility, the Autonomous Innovation Center anchors the city’s Ultimate Urban Circulator (U²C) program. Located in the LaVilla neighborhood, the two-story facility serves as the operational hub for autonomous electric shuttles and connected transit technology — supporting fleet maintenance, charging infrastructure, and a centralized command center.

Constructed entirely with prefabricated concrete systems, the building responds directly to the constraints of its dense urban site. Limited access and staging required a streamlined approach focused on precision, sequencing, and speed. Components were manufactured in a controlled environment to ensure consistency, then assembled efficiently on-site to accelerate enclosure and reduce disruption to the surrounding area. The result is a durable structural frame delivered with schedule certainty and long-term performance in mind.