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Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
COMING SOON
This month, the Department of Management Services (DMS) will formally begin work to
improve the west entrance of the main capitol building, known as Waller Park. When
complete, the entrance will be more accessible for visitors and occupants through the
construction of elevators and ramps. The project will bring an increased green space to
the lower plaza and will provide ample seating for visitors and occupants to enjoy. The
Waller Park improvement project will occur in phases over two years and is expected to be
completed by the 2023 Legislative Session.
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ABOUT THE PROJECT
ELEVATOR AND STAIR TOWERS
The new tower and
ramp structures will
feature a modern airy
design and serve as a
new photo location for
guests with the Florida
Capitol as a backdrop.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
PLAZA STAIRS AND WALLS
The lower plaza area will
include enhanced green
spaces and seating for
school groups to enjoy a
meal or a Florida history
lesson.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
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PLANTER SEATING WALLS
The lower plaza will
include more modern wall
cladding and provide
consistency with the
recently completed House
and Senate plaza projects.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
UPPER PLAZA STATE SEAL
The Great Seal of the
State of Florida will be
etched into the upper
plaza, providing a
perfect photo
opportunity for
groups visiting the
complex.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
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MAIN PLAZA STATE SYMBOLS
The lower plaza will
include artistic etchings of
Florida's state symbols
for school children and
visitors to enjoy.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
FOUNTAIN CLADDING AND WALLS
The Stormsong
Fountain will also be
polished to better
reflect the bold future of
Florida.
Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
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PROJECT TIMELINE
2021
Construction on the north elevator and bridge will
MAY 2021 TO DECEMBER 2022
take place between May 2021 and December 2022.
Construction on the northeast plaza level will take
JUNE 2021 TO AUGUST 2022
place between June 2021 and August 2022.
Construction on the southeast plaza level will take
AUGUST 2021 TO NOVEMBER 2022
place between August 2021 and November 2022.
Construction on the east entry and south
SEPTEMBER 2021 TO DECEMBER 2021
sidewalks will take place between September 2021
and December 2021.
Construction on the northwest plaza level will take
OCTOBER 2021 TO DECEMBER 2022
place between October 2021 and December 2022.
Construction on the south elevator and bridge will
NOVEMBER 2021 TO MARCH 2022
take place between November 2021 and March
2022.
Construction on the southwest plaza, in addition to
DECEMBER 2021 TO FEBRUARY 2023
construction on the stairs and Duval Street, will take
place between December 2021 and February 2023.
Construction on the Knott plaza will take place
MAY 2022 TO MAY 2023
between May 2022 and May 2023.
Construction on the east entry and north
MAY 2022 TO OCTOBER 2022
sidewalks will take place between May 2022 and
October 2022.
Construction on the north stone wall will take
MARCH 2022 TO JULY 2022
place between March 2022 and July 2022.
Construction on the south stone wall will take
APRIL 2023 TO AUGUST 2023
place between April 2023 and August 2023.
2023
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Architectural rendering provided by Architects Lewis + Whitlock.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
By the beginning of each month, a Waller Park Service Update will be sent out detailing anticipated
disruptions for that month. A schedule of planned construction and a map of available and unavailable
building access points will be included. Anticipated disruptions may include:
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Capitol occupants and visitors may experience loud noises, dust, diverted pathways and rerouted entries,
vibrations, smells, construction traffic, and the presence of large machinery. For more information, contact
DMS Capitol Operations at Spencer.Shepard@dms.fl.gov and (850) 632-0312.
PARKING
Capitol occupants may periodically expect changes in available parking areas and access points due to
ongoing construction. This information will be included in the Waller Park Service Update. Visitor parking
should remain unaffected. For more information, contact DMS Parking Services at
Kimberly.Vickery@dms.fl.gov and (850) 487-9928.
RESERVATIONS
Capitol occupants, visitors, and event organizers may periodically expect changes to reservation space
availability due to ongoing construction. Waller Park is not available for reservations for the duration of the
project. For more information, contact DMS Reservations at Reservations@dms.fl.gov and (850) 487-1119.
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ABOUT THE CAPITOL COMPLEX
ABOUT
Florida's Capitol Complex includes the Capitol Tower, the House Office Building, the Senate
Office Building, the Knott Building, the Florida Historic Capitol Museum, and other structures
maintained by DMS. Additional information including updates and hours of operation can be
found at FloridaCapitol.MyFlorida.com. To support the operations of the Capitol Complex, DMS
is responsible for facilitating daily maintenance, operations, and construction-related activities
at the Capitol Complex. This team works in close coordination with the House and Senate
Sergeants' at Arms on daily issues within respective office buildings and legislative chambers.
DMS’ Capitol Operations Office can be reached at (850) 487-1534.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement Capitol Police is charged with serving the safety
and security needs of both the legislative and executive branches of state government. Capitol
Police is a specially trained and highly effective security and law enforcement agency serving
the Capitol Complex and Capital Circle Office Center (CCOC). If you should need assistance
from Capitol Police, please contact (850) 488-1790. If you would like to receive security-related
alerts from Capitol Police please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us/Capitol-Police.
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