New Development in Rochester, New York
41 development projects are moving through Rochester, New York's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by commercial (4), institutional/public (2), residential (1), industrial (1). 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 constructionRochester projects (YTD 2026)
41
Project categories
4
Top type
Commercial
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
321,350
Rochester development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 4 |
| Institutional/Public | 2 |
| Residential | 1 |
| Industrial | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Rochester right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| construct an at-grade personal wireless telecommunication tower measuring approximately 59± SF in height, and install pole-mounted equipment, landscaping, and bollards | 936-952 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14621 | Development | under review | 2026-05-18 | — |
| Special Permit - Legalize use of vacant parcel for outdoor storage | 83 Potomac Street, Rochester, NY, 14611 | Industrial | approved | 2026-05-18 | Power & Construction Group |
| Sale of 125 Charlotte Street for Townhomes | Rochester, NY (City-level) | Development | approved | 2026-04-21 | — |
| Four-Family Dwelling Conversion | 184 Dartmouth Street, Rochester, NY, 14607 | Residential | under review | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Four-Family Dwelling Conversion | 184 Dartmouth Street, Rochester, NY, 14607 | Residential | under review | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Four-Family Dwelling Conversion | 184 Dartmouth Street, Rochester, NY, 14607 | Residential | under review | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Charter School Re-establishment | 88 Kirkland Road, Rochester, NY, 14611 | Development | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Special Permit E-038-25-26 | 53 Avondale Park, Rochester, NY, 14620 | Institutional/Public | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Daycare Center and Ancillary Parking | 336 Bay Street, Rochester, NY, 14605 | Development | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Ancillary Parking Legalization | 810-812 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14607 | Development | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Community Center Construction | 13 Vienna Street, Rochester, NY, 14605 | Development | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Special Permit E-033-25-26 | 336 Bay Street, Rochester, NY, 14605 | Commercial | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Special Permit E-031-25-26 | 148 Baden Street, Rochester, NY, 14605 | Institutional/Public | approved | 2026-04-20 | — |
| Special Permit - 184 Dartmouth Street | 184 Dartmouth Street, Rochester, NY, 14607 | Residential | approved | 2026-03-30 | — |
| Special Permit - 936-952 Portland Avenue | 936-952 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14621 | Commercial | under review | 2026-03-30 | — |
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Recent Rochester projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Approved | 10 |
| Under review | 5 |
Rochester development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Rochester, New York?
- Boardwalk has indexed 41 development projects in Rochester, New York year-to-date in 2026, led by commercial (4). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Rochester 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 Rochester in?
- Rochester is in Unassigned County, New York.