New Development in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
400 development projects are moving through Cedar Rapids, Iowa's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by civic actions (34), infrastructure (32), institutional/public (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 constructionCedar Rapids projects (YTD 2026)
400
Project categories
3
Top type
Civic Actions
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Cedar Rapids development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Civic Actions | 34 |
| Infrastructure | 32 |
| Institutional/Public | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Cedar Rapids right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY27 Sanitary Sewer Point Repairs | Cedar Rapids, IA (City-level) | Infrastructure,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-14 | — |
| 1027-1033 8th Street NW | 1027 and 1033 8th St NW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Residential,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| 1756 Mallory St SW | 1756 Mallory St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Residential,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| Caledonia Haulers Urban Renewal Area | 420-550 French Court SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Industrial,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | Caledonia Haulers |
| South of Wright Brother Blvd & Kirkwood Blvd SW | Approximate location - South of Wright Brother Blvd & Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Residential,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| American Prairie 9th Addition | Approximate location - Land south of Wright Brothers Blvd SW and east of Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Residential,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | Prairie Land Development, LLC |
| 1027 & 1033 8TH ST NW | 1027 and 1033 8th St NW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| 1756 MALLORY ST | 1756 Mallory St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Civic Actions,Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| Caledonia Haulers Urban Renewal Area Plan | 420-550 French Court SW, Cedar Rapids, IA | Civic Actions,Industrial | recommended for approval | 2026-07-02 | — |
| 3rd Street SE Pavement Rehabilitation | 3rd Street SE from 8th Avenue to 5th Avenue, Cedar Rapids, IA | Infrastructure | under review | 2026-06-24 | — |
| FY27 Sanitary Sewer Point Repairs | Cedar Rapids, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | under review | 2026-06-24 | — |
| 3rd Street SE Pavement Rehabilitation | Cedar Rapids, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| 2026 J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Roof Replacements and Repairs | Cedar Rapids, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | approved | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Edgewood Pointe First Addition Final Plat | Approximate location - land north of 42nd Street and west of Edgewood Road NE, Cedar Rapids, IA | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
| Edgewood Pointe First Addition Final Plat | Approximate location - land north of 42nd Street and west of Edgewood Road NE, Cedar Rapids, IA | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-23 | — |
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Recent Cedar Rapids projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Recommended for approval | 8 |
| Under review | 6 |
| Approved | 1 |
Cedar Rapids development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Cedar Rapids, Iowa?
- Boardwalk has indexed 400 development projects in Cedar Rapids, Iowa year-to-date in 2026, led by civic actions (34). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids in?
- Cedar Rapids is in Unassigned County, Iowa.