New Development in Gulf Shores, Alabama
106 development projects are moving through Gulf Shores, Alabama's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (35), institutional/public (6), civic actions (3), infrastructure (1). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-07-26.
Data through July 26, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionGulf Shores projects (YTD 2026)
106
Project categories
4
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Gulf Shores development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 35 |
| Institutional/Public | 6 |
| Civic Actions | 3 |
| Infrastructure | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Gulf Shores right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedestrian Bridge Change Order #4 | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | under review | 2026-07-20 | — |
| 21887 Cotton Creek Drive Annexation | 21187 Cotton Creek Drive, Gulf Shores, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-13 | — |
| Eventbright Ticketing Contract | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | under review | 2026-07-13 | — |
| Pierce Residence Variance | 353 Peninsula Boulevard, Gulf Shores, AL | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Owens Residential Variance | 716 West Beach Boulevard, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Land Exchange - Gulf State Park | Approximate location - Land exchange between Gulf State Park and the City of Gulf Shores for future east-west connection from Canal Rd. to HWY 59. | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | recommended for approval | 2026-07-06 | — |
| Annexation - 21187 Cotton Creek Drive | 21187 Cotton Creek Drive, Gulf Shores, AL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-07-06 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Audubon Oaks Planned Unit Development | Gulf Shores, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Oak Place Property Prezoning and Annexation | 18789 Oak Rd W, Gulf Shores, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Oak Place Property Prezoning and Annexation | 18789 Oak Rd W, Gulf Shores, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
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Recent Gulf Shores projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 12 |
| Recommended for approval | 2 |
| Approved | 1 |
Gulf Shores development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Gulf Shores, Alabama?
- Boardwalk has indexed 106 development projects in Gulf Shores, Alabama year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (35). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Gulf Shores projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Gulf Shores in?
- Gulf Shores is in Baldwin County, Alabama.