New Development in Opelika, Alabama
112 development projects are moving through Opelika, Alabama's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by civic actions (15), infrastructure (5), residential (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 constructionOpelika projects (YTD 2026)
112
Project categories
3
Top type
Civic Actions
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Opelika development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Civic Actions | 15 |
| Infrastructure | 5 |
| Residential | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Opelika right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Wireless Special Use Permit | 2404 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | approved | 2026-07-21 | — |
| 500 Avenue A Variances | 500 Avenue A, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-14 | — |
| 300 S 7th Street Setback Variances | 300 S 7th Street, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-14 | — |
| 714 Ave D Geneva Historic District COA | 714 Ave D, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-09 | — |
| 830 N. Railroard Ave Downtown Historic District COA | 830 N. Railroard Ave, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-09 | — |
| Hayley Investments LLC | 500 Avenue A, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| The Palmer Group, LLC | 300 S 7th Street, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Mayfair SD, Phase 2 | 2405 S Uniroyal Road, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | Josh Mura |
| Mayfair SD, Phase 2 | 2405 S Uniroyal Road, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | Josh Mura |
| Mayfair SD, Phase 2 | 2405 S Uniroyal Road, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | Josh Mura |
| Mayfair SD, Phase 2 | 2405 S Uniroyal Road, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | Josh Mura |
| Mayfair SD, Phase 2 | 2405 S Uniroyal Road, Opelika, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | Josh Mura |
| Car Wash (Kumar Patel) | 2002 Marvyn Parkway, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Car Wash (Kumar Patel) | 2002 Marvyn Parkway, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Car Wash (Kumar Patel) | 2002 Marvyn Parkway, Opelika, AL | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
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Recent Opelika projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 14 |
| Approved | 1 |
Opelika development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Opelika, Alabama?
- Boardwalk has indexed 112 development projects in Opelika, Alabama year-to-date in 2026, led by civic actions (15). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Opelika 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 Opelika in?
- Opelika is in Unassigned County, Alabama.