New Development in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
161 development projects are moving through Carmel-by-the-Sea, California's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by commercial (27), infrastructure (1), 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 constructionCarmel-by-the-Sea projects (YTD 2026)
161
Project categories
3
Top type
Commercial
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
630,763
Carmel-by-the-Sea development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 27 |
| Infrastructure | 1 |
| Civic Actions | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Carmel-by-the-Sea right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max & Mike's Creamery | Approximate location - southwest corner of Lincoln Street and Ocean Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA | Commercial,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| Grasing's Wine Lounge | Mission Street 3 northwest of 6th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| Seven Post Trust | Scenic Road 3 southeast of 12th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| SB 10 Implementation | Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-05-19 |
| A.W. Shucks Drinking Establishment Use | Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA (City-level) | Civic Actions | — | 2026-04-07 |
| Dolores 2 SW 10th LLC | Dolores Street 2 southwest of 10th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA | Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-03-11 |
| Temporary Speed Bumps at Scenic Drive and Thirteenth Avenue | Approximate location - Scenic Drive and Thirteenth Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-02-25 |
| Carmel River State Beach Access Improvements | 26495 Scenic Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, 93923 | Development | under review | 2026-02-19 |
| Svendsgaard Inn Food Service Use Permit | 2 Dolores Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, 93921 | Development | under review | 2026-02-18 |
| Great Valley Holdings LLC Change of Use | 2 Dolores Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, 93921 | Development | under review | 2026-02-18 |
| Police and Public Works Building Project | 2 Dolores Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, 93921 | Development | under review | 2026-02-18 |
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Recent Carmel-by-the-Sea projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 9 |
| Recommended for approval | 1 |
Carmel-by-the-Sea development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California?
- Boardwalk has indexed 161 development projects in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California year-to-date in 2026, led by commercial (27). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Carmel-by-the-Sea 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea in?
- Carmel-by-the-Sea is in Monterey County, California.