Mobile is the third-largest city in Alabama and serves as a key economic and cultural hub for the Gulf Coast region. Located along the I-10 corridor, Mobile has a metropolitan statistical area (MSA)population of approximately 430,197. The city is home to the University of South Alabama, which enrolls over 14,000 students and contributes significantly to the local economy. The Old Shell Road corridor, where the site is located, is a well-established area with a mix of residential,retail, and institutional uses, and continues to benefit from steady growth and revitalization.