New Development in Orange Beach, Alabama
58 development projects are moving through Orange Beach, Alabama's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (26), commercial (4), infrastructure (3), civic actions (1). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-09-03.
Data through September 3, 2026 · Updated September 4, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionOrange Beach projects (YTD 2026)
58
Project categories
4
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
630,763
Orange Beach development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 26 |
| Commercial | 4 |
| Infrastructure | 3 |
| Civic Actions | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Orange Beach right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity District PUD at Wharf Landing (Margaritaville Resort) | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-21 |
| National Audubon Society Beach Nesting Bird Habitat Grant | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-16 |
| Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf PUD | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Commercial,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-02 |
| The Wharf Landing Residential District PUD | Approximate location - Margaritaville Resort on Margaritaville Way and Brown Lane, Orange Beach, AL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-02 |
| Bay Circle South Subdivision | 26486 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL | Residential,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-05-11 |
| Terrell Office Building | 24190 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL, 36561 | Commercial,Civic Actions | approved | 2026-05-11 |
| Bubba's Mini Golf PUD | 24621 and 24645 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL | Commercial,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-05-11 |
| Bridewell/Plash Plat #1 | 26830 and 26850 Moses Road, Orange Beach, AL | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-05-11 |
| Subdivision of Lot 1, Unit 2, Terry Cove Subdivision | 26063 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-05-11 |
| Bypass Project | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-05-05 |
| Jubilee Road Improvement Project | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-05-05 |
| Beach Express Bridge Span | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-05-05 |
| Bayside Orange Beach Garages Phase 2 | 24689 Pelican Place, Orange Beach, AL, 36561 | Civic Actions,Commercial,Infrastructure | approved | 2026-04-21 |
| Resubdivision of The Wharf Landing Phase 3 | Brown Lane and Margaritaville Way, Orange Beach, AL | Development | approved | 2026-04-13 |
| The Wharf Landing Residential District PUD | Brown Lane and Margaritaville Way, Orange Beach, AL | Development | recommended for approval | 2026-04-13 |
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Recent Orange Beach projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 6 |
| Recommended for approval | 5 |
| Approved | 4 |
Orange Beach development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Orange Beach, Alabama?
- Boardwalk has indexed 58 development projects in Orange Beach, Alabama year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (26). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Orange Beach 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 Orange Beach in?
- Orange Beach is in Baldwin County, Alabama.