New Development in Madison, Wisconsin
420 development projects are moving through Madison, Wisconsin's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by institutional/public (14), residential (12), recreational (public) (10), civic actions (2). 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 constructionMadison projects (YTD 2026)
420
Project categories
5
Top type
Institutional/Public
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
415,096
Madison development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Institutional/Public | 14 |
| Residential | 12 |
| Recreational (Public) | 10 |
| Civic Actions | 2 |
| Mixed Use | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Madison right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turning the Key to Homeownership | 5810 Mineral Point Road, Madison, WI, 53705 | Development | under review | 2026-04-22 | — |
| Rollingwood Development | 17002 W STATE RD 59 Evansville, WI 53536-9031, Madison, WI | Development | under review | 2026-03-11 | — |
| Rock County Resource Center | Madison, WI (City-level) | Development | — | 2026-03-10 | — |
| Purchase of Two 72 Mowers | 5801 North River Road, Madison, WI, 53545 | Recreational (Public) | approved | 2026-03-04 | — |
| Purchase of Two 72 Mowers | 5801 North River Road, Madison, WI, 53545 | Recreational (Public) | approved | 2026-03-04 | — |
| Purchase of Two 72 Mowers | 5801 North River Road, Madison, WI, 53545 | Recreational (Public) | approved | 2026-03-04 | — |
| Purchase of Two 72 Mowers | 5801 North River Road, Madison, WI, 53545 | Recreational (Public) | approved | 2026-03-04 | — |
| Purchase of Two 72 Mowers | 5801 North River Road, Madison, WI, 53545 | Recreational (Public) | approved | 2026-03-04 | — |
| Vacant Property Update | 170 South Franklin Street, Madison, WI, 53703 | Development | under review | 2026-03-03 | — |
| Vacant Property Update | 170 South Franklin Street, Madison, WI, 53703 | Development | under review | 2026-03-03 | — |
| Vacant Property Update | 170 South Franklin Street, Madison, WI, 53703 | Development | under review | 2026-03-03 | — |
| Vacant Property Update | 170 South Franklin Street, Madison, WI, 53703 | Development | under review | 2026-03-03 | — |
| Affordable Housing Project at 6822 Nesbitt Rd | 51 South Main Street, Madison, WI, 53545 | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-02-26 | — |
| 1 Jefferson Ferry Drive Site Plan | Madison, WI (City-level) | Development | under review | 2026-02-26 | — |
| River Prairie Event Center Management Agreement | 1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona, WI, 54720 | Development | under review | 2026-02-26 | — |
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Recent Madison projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 9 |
| Approved | 5 |
Madison development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Madison, Wisconsin?
- Boardwalk has indexed 420 development projects in Madison, Wisconsin year-to-date in 2026, led by institutional/public (14). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Madison 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 Madison in?
- Madison is in Dane County, Wisconsin.