Foley Planning Board Reviews Subdivision Proposals
John Mullen • February 19, 2025
258-lot development near CR 65 up for approval
Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The Foley Planning Commission will review several requests for approvals of subdivisions located in the city limits and the city’s planning jurisdiction including a 258-lot development located east of County Road 65 and south of Dairy Lane. Staff will recommend approval.
The commission will have a regular session on Feb. 19 at 5:30 p.m. in council chambers at city hall.
During the meeting, the commission will also consider:
- A request for a three-month extension for Foley Crossings a 66.18-acre development in 18 lots at the northeast corner of County Road 65 and County Road 26 in the city’s planning jurisdiction. Staff will recommend approval.
- A request for approval of the Vier Subdivision a 37.77-acre parcel in three lots located at the southeast corner of North McKenzie Street and County Road 24. Staff will recommend approval.
- A request for approval of Emerald Coast Estates and 34.09 acres and three lots located in the northeast corner of County Road 65 and Dairy Lane in the city’s planning jurisdiction. Staff will recommend approval.
- A request for approval of Bella Vista Townhomes subdivision on 19.34 acres and two lots located at 105 Cody Lane. Staff will recommend approval.
- Two requests from the city for approval of the Airport Drive subdivision on 16.84 acres and seven lots located south of Underwood Road and north of West Fern Avenue. The second from the city consists of 14.82 acres and two lots also located south of Underwood Road and north of West Fern Avenue. Staff will recommend approval for both requests.
- A rezoning request for 2.2 acres located east of south Juniper Street and north of East Michigan Avenue. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from single-family residential to planned unit development. Staff will recommend denial of the request.
- A request for the approval of a planned unit development for the Fern Medical Complex located east of North McKenzie Street and north of East Berry Street and consisting of 12 acres. Staff will recommend approval.
- A request for a modification to the plan for The Waters at OWA multi-family development located north of Miflin Road and west of the Foley Beach Express. Staff will recommend approval with conditions.
Share this article w/ Friends...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Alabama’s 2025 red snapper season has been successful, and it is wrapping up after what state officials describe as a strong year on the water. The Marine Resources Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources reports steady fishing and many full coolers. Anglers
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Work is complete on a series of improvements to one of the busiest intersections in Foley. Contractors and engineers have finished the project at Baldwin County 12 and Alabama 59 ahead of schedule. Foley leaders say the work will ease congestion and improve safety for drivers. Residents who use...
So you have the presents wrapped, the car packed, and your gas tank is full and now you have to face the traffic on one of Alabama's highways. The Department of Transportation would like for your trip to go smoothly and have good traffic flowing during the holidays.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Christmas week has officially arrived on the coast, bringing with it special moments to cherish. From the thrill of last-minute shopping and vibrant light displays to meaningful candlelight services, Christmas Day traditions, and outdoor adventures after the wrapping paper has been cleared
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The first day of astronomical winter has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing with it the year’s briefest stretch of daylight. Skies may look much the same to casual observers, yet the geometry of Earth and Sun has quietly shifted to a seasonal tipping point. Currently, the North...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Alabama’s 2025 oyster season is coming to a close after a season marked by lower oyster numbers and ongoing environmental stress. State marine officials say public oyster reefs will soon shut down to harvesting. The decision follows weeks of monitoring and scientific surveys on local reefs.
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is taking more steps to improve traffic flow by upgrading the signals along Miflin Road. City leaders say the changes should make it easier for drivers to move through busy areas. The work is part of a larger plan across Foley. The project is a continuation of a growing partnership...
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Construction on the City of Gulf Shores Pedestrian Bridge is moving ahead on schedule, with several major tasks completed or underway this week. City officials say contractors are making progress on roadway work, bridge foundations, and elevator towers. Traffic restrictions remain in...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Alabama’s Gulf Coast is set to receive another round of restoration work after a new funding award came from a national conservation group. State and federal partners say the projects will protect important habitats and improve water quality along the Alabama Gulf Coast. The work focuses...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — City and school leaders in Foley say a local partnership is helping every public school in the area improve. The Foley City Council, the Foley Education Advisory Committee and Baldwin County school officials met recently to review the progress. Principals from six schools in the Foley feeder...
