New Development in Lake Wales, Florida
61 development projects are moving through Lake Wales, Florida's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by civic actions (10), commercial (1), residential (1). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-07-12.
Data through July 12, 2026 · Updated July 13, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionLake Wales projects (YTD 2026)
61
Project categories
3
Top type
Civic Actions
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
415,096
Lake Wales development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Civic Actions | 10 |
| Commercial | 1 |
| Residential | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Lake Wales right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Wales Hotel | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Commercial,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Zoning Map Amendment - 2 Acres | 201 West Central Avenue, Lake Wales, FL, 33853 | Commercial,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| McGowin's on Park | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Hickory Ridge | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| McGowin's on Park | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| McGowin's on Park | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
| McGowin's on Park | Approximate location - east of US Hwy 27, and north of the Eagle Ridge Mall along Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-06-23 | — |
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Recent Lake Wales projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Recommended for approval | 15 |
Lake Wales development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Lake Wales, Florida?
- Boardwalk has indexed 61 development projects in Lake Wales, Florida year-to-date in 2026, led by civic actions (10). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales in?
- Lake Wales is in Unassigned County, Florida.