New Development in Willmar, Minnesota
61 development projects are moving through Willmar, Minnesota's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by commercial (11), residential (9), industrial (4), institutional/public (1). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-07-12.
Data through July 12, 2026 · Updated July 13, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionWillmar projects (YTD 2026)
61
Project categories
4
Top type
Commercial
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
415,096
Willmar development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 11 |
| Residential | 9 |
| Industrial | 4 |
| Institutional/Public | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Willmar right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread | 426 Litchfield Avenue Southwest, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Development | under review | 2026-04-12 | — |
| KNAPPER HOME OCCUPATION CUP -- FILE NO. 20-01 | 904 15th Avenue Southwest, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Commercial | approved | 2026-04-12 | — |
| Renaissance Zone Overlay District Tax Abatement Policy | 426 Litchfield Avenue Southwest, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Commercial,Residential,Mixed Use | recommended for approval | 2026-04-12 | — |
| Event/Rec Center and Recreation Fields | 624 U.S. 71 Business, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Development | under review | 2026-04-12 | — |
| CHAD KOMPELIEN – MINOR SUBDIVISION / PRELIMINARY FILE 23-06 | 1600 11th Avenue Northeast, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Residential,Commercial | under review | 2026-03-31 | Pep’s Bar and Restaurant |
| Rail Park Subdivision, Final Plat | 333 6th Street Southwest, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Development | continued | 2026-03-31 | — |
| Willmar Municipal Utilities Water Treatment Facility Plan Review | Lakeland Dr NE, Willmar, MN | Development | approved | 2026-03-31 | — |
| Les Schwab Tires Center, Subdivision – Final Plat | 1st St S, parcel 95-504-0010, Willmar, MN | Commercial | approved | 2026-03-31 | Les Schwab Tires Center |
| Daniel Tempel, Minor Subdivision – Final Plat | Willmar, MN (City-level) | Commercial | approved | 2026-03-31 | — |
| RAIL PARK, MAJOR SUBDIVISION | Willmar, MN (City-level) | Industrial | approved | 2026-03-31 | MB Rail |
| Slim Chicken Plan Review | 1605 1st Street South, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Commercial | approved | 2026-03-31 | — |
| Rail Park | 333 6th Street Southwest, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Development | approved | 2026-03-31 | — |
| Outdoor Covered Rink | 2707 Arena Drive, Willmar, MN, 56201 | Development | under review | 2026-03-31 | — |
| STADIUM VIEW SUBDIVISION | 22™ St, Willmar, MN | Residential | under review | 2026-03-31 | — |
| John and Diane Peterson Annexation | Lot 2 of Block 1, Janssen Second Addition, Willmar, MN | Development | under review | 2026-03-31 | — |
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Recent Willmar projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Approved | 7 |
| Under review | 6 |
| Recommended for approval | 1 |
| Continued | 1 |
Willmar development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Willmar, Minnesota?
- Boardwalk has indexed 61 development projects in Willmar, Minnesota year-to-date in 2026, led by commercial (11). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Willmar 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 Willmar in?
- Willmar is in Unassigned County, Minnesota.