Study to analyze development options near Northern Bypass

Published on June 13, 2024

The area is already seeing new projects with a groundbreaking held last month for Food City, which will anchor the Gateway Commons development. New residential projects are also in plans along with future objectives to continue State Highway 255 on the east side of Memorial Parkway.

Under the agreement, Smith Gee Studio will conduct zoning and site analysis, followed by a concept plan that conveys proposed street infrastructure, building placement, parking balances, open spaces and development patterns.

Development program options for the area could include grocery and outparcel stores, big box retail and small shops, mixed-use or multifamily facilities, restaurants and hotels. Other options may include additional open space and public connectivity opportunities.

“Our efforts will identify the highest and best uses for this area to include new residential and retail projects,” said Shane Davis, Director of Urban & Economic Development. “In addition, we are very much interested in the opportunity to develop an area that could be used for a new commercial/industrial park.  With all the recent industrial projects that have been achieved over the past 5-6 years, the City and Madison County are in need of new industrial sites for future job creation.”