METRO DEVELOPMENT GROUP PRESENTS

A FORWARD-THINKING
COMMUNITY

METRO DEVELOPMENT GROUP PRESENTS

A FORWARD-THINKING
COMMUNITY

A Genuine Wow Factor

We live in a world where there is constant advancement and a promise of the future. It is not always easy to identify the next big thing. But amongst all the chatter, an idea does take shape, and that’s when you know! You know you are witnessing the next chapter of true innovation, and it’s all happening right here in Pasco County!

Fastest Speeds = Coolest City

With the successful launch of ULTRAFi, Metro Development Group has created the first and only residential environment with up to an incredible 1 Gigabit of speed throughout our neighborhoods and available inside every home. This exclusive technology sets the framework for the Connected City and will boast an environment of Smart Homes, Smart Businesses and the most advanced schools, hospitals, libraries and commerce imaginable. We are proud to announce this area has been designated the prestigious honor of the 1st Smart Gigabit Community built from the ground up in the country by US Ignite.

The World's Top Amenity!

At the epicenter of the Connected City are two new expansive communities, Epperson and Mirada. At the heart of these communities, each will have a Metro Lagoon ranging in size from 7.5 to over 15 acres. These Lagoons will forever change the way you view coastal living in the beautiful sunny state of Florida.

We have brought the best of the coastline inland to Pasco County where each will be surrounded by shores of resort-style fun, beauty and tropical relaxation. Epperson Lagoon is open to residents and limited public access and Mirada Lagoon is anticipated to open in Spring 2022.

21^st Century Health + Wellness

Developing the first and only Smart Gigabit Community in the United States means the Connected City is uniquely positioned to offer the most advanced healthcare system ever imagined. The Connected City will be a national showcase for modern health and wellness as we capitalize on the latest technology and bring healthcare into the 21st century. Imagine the advantage of bringing the digital world and physical world together, all to the benefit of those living in and near the Connected City. In a place that believes "Health is the New Wealth," it is time to invest, reinvent and improve the notion of health and wellness.

We look forward to unveiling the name of this distinctive area and will share exciting updates, examples and details of this forward-thinking development.

We are excited to announce our partnership with Advent Health!

Life just got brighter! Innovation lives here, and so should you! Streetleaf, is available at select MetroPlaces communities and is the first-of-its-kind solar streetlight system in the nation. Streetleaf delivers more than modern appeal and nighttime security; it saves energy and does not rely on a power grid which reduces dependence on conventional utilities. This intelligent technology will automatically reduce output (dim) during inactivity and power to full strength when detecting a person or vehicle. Streetleaf is only one of the many reasons Epperson is such a unique and special place to call home.

Education

Not only higher education, but better education. Connected City will be the enviable model for 21st century learning from inside the classroom and virtually around the world. InPrep, a new tuition-free charter K-8 school, has integrated a future now approach with the WISH model focusing on Wellness, Innovation, Science and Health.

Transportation

Both communities feature wide-format, multi-modal trails to accommodate foot traffic and electric vehicles: city planning and roadways specifically designed with you in mind. No longer science fiction, the Connected City means a genuinely modern, innovative, and fun way to get from Point A to Point B.

WiFi Parks

The fastest internet and WiFi speeds in the nation means that our commitment to trails, green space, passive parks, and major amenities does not mean a departure from your digital connections.

Have Questions?

What is the Connected City?

Located in Pasco County and in partnership with Metro Development Group, the Connected City is a new city under development that will be connected by technology, imagination and endless possibilities. Built from the ground up on a framework of the fastest internet and WiFi speeds available, the Connected City is positioned to be the absolute best place imaginable for a true 21st century live-play-work model.

In an area that was pre-designated for economic growth and development, the Connected City is focused on the next-generation experience of its residents. This is not simply rooftops, streets and commerce, this is Smart Homes, autonomous vehicle paths and a business core designed to attract and support the best and brightest.

Where is the Connected City?

The Connected City stems from the innovative concept of ULTRAFi. What is ULTRAFi?

Exclusive to Metro Development Group and Metro Places communities, ULTRAFi is the fastest available internet and WiFi with up to 1 Gigabit of speed (1000 X 1000 Mbps) which means the ability to move more data, support more devices, download/upload more quickly and best support a high-tech modern lifestyle in the home, throughout the community and in the workplace. Unmatched anywhere else, this sets the stage for advancements in healthcare, education, transportation and more! ULTRAFi means the Connected City can support the technology needs of today and is designed to ignite the technology advancements that are on the horizon in the future. Learn more about ULTRAFi here.

What information can you share about the communities and the Lagoons?

There are two Metro Places master-planned communities inside of the Connected City, EPPERSON (4000+/- planned homes) and MIRADA (5000+/- planned homes). Each community will feature a Metro Lagoon by Crystal Lagoons. The Metro Lagoon in Epperson is now Open to residents and limited public access! New homes are selling now. Mirada will follow Epperson with a Lagoon of 15 acres in size. These communities will showcase multiple builders with starting prices from the $200s to over $1 million. Epperson features single family and townhomes while Mirada features single family homes and townhomes for all families as well as an inspired Active Adult neighborhood. Learn more at Metro Places, Mirada and Epperson.

How does this Connected City differ from other cities that may feature a gigabit of speed?

What is the layout and timeframe of the Connected City?

New homes are now selling at the first two communities of the Connected City, Epperson and Mirada. The partnership of the Connected City’s Health + Wellness district with AdventHealth (formerly Florida Hospital) has been announced and that campus will begin work soon with a complete roll-out plan over the next 10 years as we keep pace with the latest medical trends and technology. The focus continues to the business core where there are immediate plans to attract new companies, new jobs and ignite the economy of this area. Plans are immediate and through the next 50 years which is an exciting development since we will pace our growth to that of technological advancements.

What consideration has been given to the increase in traffic from the Connected City?

Since its inception, traffic flow in and around the Connected City has been our primary focus, and intelligent design and well-placed vehicle and pedestrian paths are vital components. We are excited to announce that a new exit will be constructed on I-75 between SR-54 and SR-52, taking cars directly into the Connected City via the Overpass Road extension. In addition, Curley Road will convert from two lanes to four, and we are reconfiguring other roads surrounding the City to support the area’s rapid growth in transportation.

What are some of the cool features of the Connected City?

The look, the feel, the function are different in a Connected City. This area sets the new standard for 21st century living with a multitude of user-friendly tech advances and expansive WiFi Parks. In addition, we are proud to introduce a new product: Metro Streetleaf, exclusive to select Metro Places communities. These eco-friendly, solar-powered, remote-controlled street lights are the first-of-their-kind in the nation and have been installed in Epperson. From the gym to the classroom and all points in between, with an entire area infused with high speed internet, the possibilities are endless.

Who benefits from the attributes of the Connected City?

Homeowners will enjoy Smart Homes. Employers will enjoy Smart Businesses. Health Care Professionals will occupy a groundbreaking Health + Wellness campus. Our youngest residents and college-aged students will benefit from advanced education in a modern in-class and virtual classroom setting. Seniors will have the option for a premier dedicated Active Adult neighborhood. All of this powered by ULTRAFi and centered around a lagoon amenity equates to an elevated lifestyle and a connected way to live that is just not possible anywhere else.

I am interested in purchasing a home in the Connected City, what is the next step?

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METRO DEVELOPMENT GROUP PRESENTS

A FORWARD-THINKING
COMMUNITY

METRO DEVELOPMENT GROUP PRESENTS

A FORWARD-THINKING
COMMUNITY

A Genuine Wow Factor

Fastest Speeds = Coolest City

The World's Top Amenity!