New Development in Salem, Massachusetts
27 development projects are moving through Salem, Massachusetts's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (9), commercial (2). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-06-23.
Data through June 23, 2026 · Updated June 24, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionSalem projects (YTD 2026)
27
Project categories
2
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
321,350
Salem development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 9 |
| Commercial | 2 |
What new projects are filed in Salem right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SESD Operating and Capital needs presentation | 93 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970 | Development | under review | 2026-05-18 | — |
| 4 Franklin Street, Salem, MA (Map 26-0407) Applicant : Joseph C. Correnti, Esq. f/b/o CAS Salem, LLC | 4 Franklin Street, Salem, MA, 01970 | Development | continued | 2026-05-07 | — |
| 170 North Street, Salem MA (Map 27, Lot 215) Applicant: Jordan Ryan D/B/A Noble Horizon Homes LLC | 170 North Street, Salem, MA, 01970 | Development | continued | 2026-05-07 | — |
| 8 Harrison Road (Map 31, Lot 327), 9 Harrison Road (Map 31, Lot 340), 262 Loring Ave (Map 31, Lot 1), and 266 Loring Ave (Map 31, Lot 341), Salem, MA Applicant : Joseph C. Correnti, Esq. f/b/o WinnDevelopment Companies, LLC | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Development | continued | 2026-05-07 | — |
| Forest River Residences | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Development | under review | 2026-04-09 | — |
| Forest River Residences Phase 2 | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | under review | 2026-04-09 | Jen Ng |
| 45 Jefferson Ave Self-Storage Facility | 45 Jefferson Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Commercial | continued | 2026-03-26 | — |
| 15 Crosby Street Subdivision | 15 Crosby Street, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | continued | 2026-03-26 | — |
| Forest River Residences Phase 1 | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | continued | 2026-03-26 | AvalonBay Communities, Inc. |
| Tabernacle Congregational Church property renovation and additions | 50 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | continued | 2026-03-26 | Beacon Communities Services LLC |
| 45 Jefferson Ave self-storage facility demolition and construction | 45 Jefferson Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Commercial | continued | 2026-03-26 | — |
| Forest River Residences Phase 2 (WinnDevelopment) | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | continued | 2026-03-26 | Derek Hansen |
| Forest River Residences Phase 1 (AvalonBay) | 266 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA, 01970 | Residential | continued | 2026-03-26 | David Gillespie |
| 50 Washington Street: Schematic Design Review | Salem, MA (City-level) | Residential | approved | 2026-03-25 | Beacon Communities |
| 8 Harrison Road, 9 Harrison Road and 262 Loring Ave, 266 Loring Ave: Smart Growth Overlay District | Salem, MA (City-level) | Residential | recommended for approval | 2026-03-25 | Ed Bradford |
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Recent Salem projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Continued | 10 |
| Under review | 3 |
| Approved | 1 |
| Recommended for approval | 1 |
Salem development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Salem, Massachusetts?
- Boardwalk has indexed 27 development projects in Salem, Massachusetts year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (9). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Salem 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 Salem in?
- Salem is in Unassigned County, Massachusetts.