City Hall Annex

The City Hall Annex was a 15-story high-rise building in Northbank with modernist design features from the mid-20th century. It housed multiple city departments and occupied a central position in Jacksonville's downtown area.

The structure was completed in 1960 and initially served as Jacksonville's main administrative center. In the late 1990s, city operations moved to the St. James Building, after which the Annex became underutilized.

The building served as a symbol of municipal governance in Jacksonville and reflected the optimism of the 1960s through its modern design. Its presence shaped how residents viewed their city administration and where they went to handle official matters.

The building is no longer standing, having been demolished in 2019 through controlled implosion. Visitors interested in its history can research archival documents and photographs at local institutions.

The building featured an architectural relief carving on its north facade depicting a map of Florida. This unusual decorative element connected the building's administrative purpose to the regional geography of the state.

Inception: 1960

GPS coordinates: 30.32506,-81.65503

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:40