New Development in Orange Beach, Alabama
127 development projects are moving through Orange Beach, Alabama's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (26), civic actions (8), commercial (4), 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 constructionOrange Beach projects (YTD 2026)
127
Project categories
4
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Orange Beach development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 26 |
| Civic Actions | 8 |
| Commercial | 4 |
| Infrastructure | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Orange Beach right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity District PUD at Wharf Landing (Margaritaville Resort) | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Hurricane Safe Room for First Responders | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Institutional/Public | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| New Civic Center | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Institutional/Public | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Pirates Voyage PUD | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | continued | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Fire Training Center Drainage Improvements | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Pirates Voyage PUD | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | continued | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Orange Beach Recreation Complex Improvements | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Pirates Voyage PUD | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | continued | 2026-07-07 | — |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Orange Beach PUD Modification | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Covered Bus Stop at Orange Beach Elementary School | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Orange Beach PUD Modification | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Orange Beach PUD Modification | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Portable Building Permit - Orange Beach Marina | 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL, 36561 | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Orange Beach Marina Portable Building Permit | 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL, 36561 | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Jubilee Point Road Elevation | Orange Beach, AL (City-level) | Infrastructure,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-07 | — |
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Recent Orange Beach projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 9 |
| Continued | 3 |
| Approved | 2 |
| Recommended for approval | 1 |
Orange Beach development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Orange Beach, Alabama?
- Boardwalk has indexed 127 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.