Bayard (Jacksonville)

Originally platted in 1884, the community was a busy stopping point for tourists and industry through the early part of the 20th century.

With easy access to transportation provided by railroad and waterways and with close proximity to sawmills and turpentine distilleries, it was a convenient depot town.

[3][4] Bayard's commercial development through its early years reflects its use as a stopping point, with gift shops, restaurants and places for travelers to stay.

[5] The Bayard Inn was demolished in 2005, but other historically significant buildings—including the public school reserved for use by black children—still remain.

[1] As of January 2009, the plan, proposed in April 2007 with accompanying "Smartcode Development Regulations" in September 2007, was before the Land Use & Zoning Committee.