New Development in Buffalo, New York
192 development projects are moving through Buffalo, New York's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by commercial (15), residential (8), civic actions (3), 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 constructionBuffalo projects (YTD 2026)
192
Project categories
5
Top type
Commercial
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
415,096
Buffalo development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 15 |
| Residential | 8 |
| Civic Actions | 3 |
| Institutional/Public | 1 |
| Industrial | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Buffalo right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Reuse - 2317 Seneca - Multi Unit Dwelling | 2317 Seneca, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-09 | — |
| Special Use Permit - 810 Elmwood for Tavern/Live Ent/Assembly | 810 Elmwood, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | approved | 2026-06-09 | — |
| Special Use Permit - 810 Elmwood for Tavern/Live Ent/Assembly | 810 Elmwood, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | approved | 2026-06-09 | — |
| Special Use Permit - 810 Elmwood for Tavern/Live Ent/Assembly | 810 Elmwood, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | approved | 2026-06-09 | — |
| PUD - 680 Amherst | 680 Amherst, Buffalo, NY | Residential,Civic Actions | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use - 405 Hampshire | 405 Hampshire, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use - 405 Hampshire | 405 Hampshire, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use - 405 Hampshire | 405 Hampshire, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use - 405 Hampshire | 405 Hampshire, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use - 405 Hampshire | 405 Hampshire, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | under review | 2026-05-12 | — |
| PUD - 680 Amherst | 680 Amherst, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
| PUD - 680 Amherst | 680 Amherst, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
| PUD - 680 Amherst | 680 Amherst, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
| PUD - 680 Amherst | 680 Amherst, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
| Special Use Permit - 1329 Niagara | 1329 Niagara, Buffalo, NY | Civic Actions,Commercial | approved | 2026-05-12 | — |
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Recent Buffalo projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Approved | 9 |
| Under review | 6 |
Buffalo development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Buffalo, New York?
- Boardwalk has indexed 192 development projects in Buffalo, New York year-to-date in 2026, led by commercial (15). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Buffalo 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 Buffalo in?
- Buffalo is in Unassigned County, New York.