Epum's "The Pipeline" Newsletter, Southeast [week of June 12th, 2025]

Bi-weekly updates regarding recent commercial real estate projects in planning across the great states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee!

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Rath Sanguanthai, Leonardo Costa & Royden Cooper
June 12, 2025

Welcome to Epum’s bi-weekly development digest which explores recently submitted, approved, or rejected commercial real estate projects throughout the southeastern United States! Epum is on a mission to build the best urban growth research platform with a focus on tracking and analyzing commercial real estate planning, zoning, and construction activity across the US. Thank you for your support and for joining us on this journey!

Epum Urban Growth Research Platform - Data Coverage Updates

  • Epum Data Coverage Updates (compared to last week)

    • Number of new permanently enabled municipalities: 38

    • Total number of enabled municipalities: 1,639 🎉

    • Total parcel-level projects in planning displayed in the Epum platform: 81,275 🎉

      Weekly Data Coverage Increases Map - Nationwide

    This week’s data coverage increase by county (Epum research platform)

Epum Data Coverage Overview - Southeast

The Pipeline, Southeast

Recent Site Plan Approvals, Special Exceptions, Rezonings, and More Across the Southeast. All data is pulled directly from the Epum platform. Sign up for free today to explore more parcel-level CRE planning application data across the US: https://www.epum.com/

Table of Contents

Florida

Georgia

  • 312 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~22 acres at 1312 Steiner Avenue, Augusta, GA

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval with conditions has been granted for a significant 21.54-acre mixed-use development in Augusta, spearheaded by Laney Walker Development Corporation. This project will feature 312 residential units alongside 5,400 sq ft of commercial space, transitioning from its previous zoning of R-1C and LI to a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The development aims to revitalize vacant land and enhance housing opportunities, aligning with the 2023 Comprehensive Plan's goals. With conditions set for density, building heights, and use restrictions, this project is poised to reshape the local landscape, offering a blend of residential and commercial options.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 5th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 312

      • Land Area: 21.54 acres

  • 199 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~19 acres at 2933 Gordon Highway, Augusta, GA

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Weatherstone Townhomes, a significant 19.23-acre subdivision project in Augusta, which will feature 199 lots dedicated to multi-family housing. Spearheaded by D.R. Horton, the unanimous approval by the commission underscores the growing demand for multi-family housing solutions in Augusta, reflecting broader market trends.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: January 6th, 2025

      • Type: Subdivision

      • Status: Approved

      • Quantity: 199

      • Land Area: 19.23 acres

  • 309 unit Multifamily Housing Development on ~42 acres at 3302 Gibson Road, Augusta, GA

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • A proposal for a 41.50-acre rezoning in Augusta has been rejected, aimed at transitioning from R-1A (One-Family Residential) to R-1E (One-Family Residential) to facilitate the development of 309 townhome units. Spearheaded by Community Foundation for the CSRA, the project faced significant community opposition, primarily due to concerns regarding density, emergency access, and infrastructure adequacy. While the proposal aligned with the 2023 Comprehensive Plan, it failed to meet the required 25% open space provision, further complicating its viability. As the developers reassess their strategy, the implications of this decision underscore the critical need for community engagement and infrastructure planning in future developments.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 5th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Rejected

      • Quantity: 309

      • Land Area: 41.50 acres

  • 1,970 unit Multi-family Housing Development in Mixed-use Project in Brookhaven, GA

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • A proposal for a significant 31.65-acre rezoning has been Approved with Conditions in Brookhaven, transitioning the site from M (Industrial) and O-I (Office-Institution) to Mpd (Master Planned Development). Spearheaded by Third & Urban, this ambitious project aims to deliver 1,970 residential units, including 1,544 multifamily units, 176 age-restricted units, and 250 townhome units, alongside 60,000 sq ft of combined commercial and medical-office space. The approval reflects a strategic shift towards mixed-use development, emphasizing affordability and diverse housing options, which could enhance the local market's vibrancy.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 2nd, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 1,970

      • Land Area: 31.65 acres

  • 220 Single Family Housing Development on ~119 acres at 0 Ono Road, South Fulton, GA

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Developer’s Representative

    • Petition Description

      • A proposal for a 119.36-acre rezoning in South Fulton has been rejected, thwarting Century Communities' plans to develop a subdivision featuring 220 single-family detached homes. The application sought to transition the land from AG-1 (Agricultural District) to CUP (Community Unit Plan), aligning with the city's comprehensive plan for rural neighborhoods. However, significant opposition highlighted concerns over density and floodplain impacts, ultimately influencing the decision against the development. This outcome underscores the ongoing tension between urban development ambitions and the preservation of rural character in the area. Further details on the proposal, including hearing notes and community feedback, are accessible to platform members.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 16th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Rejected

      • Quantity: 220

      • Land Area: 119.36 acres

Tennessee

  • ~600,000 sf Industrial Facility on ~311 acres at 101 Life's Good Way, Clarksville, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the 310.57-acre LG Electronics Tennessee Phase II project, which is set to serve as a warehouse and future manufacturing facility in Clarksville. Spearheaded by Kim Jong Sup, this significant development will encompass a gross floor area of 599,177 sq ft, reinforcing the area's industrial capacity. The project, located at 101 Life's Good Way, was approved with conditions, including necessary utility and grading plan approvals, highlighting the city's commitment to facilitating industrial growth.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 22nd, 2025

      • Type: Site Plan Approval

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Land Area: 310.57 acres

  • 240 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~5 acres at 127 Liberty Lane, Nashville, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

      • Dorcas Baize Revocable Trust

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Liberty Lane Mixed Use project, which involves a significant rezoning from R10 to SP to facilitate the development of 240 multi-family residential units across 4.93 acres in Nashville. Spearheaded by the Dorcas Baize Revocable Trust, this project aims to enhance the area’s residential offerings while adhering to the T5 Regional Center policy that encourages mixed-use developments. The approved plan includes conditions to ensure thoughtful integration with the surrounding community, including a required 15-foot stepback for the fifth story and a Type B landscape buffer for enhanced screening.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 22nd, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 240

      • Land Area: 4.93 acres

  • 103 unit Single Family Housing Development on ~56 acres at 800 New Shackle Island Rd, Hendersonville, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Falcon Ridge Planned Unit Development in Hendersonville, encompassing 56.11 acres and featuring 103 single-family homes. Spearheaded by AMH Homes, this Final Development Plan Amendment (Minor) refines design guidelines established in prior approvals, enhancing architectural standards and lot requirements. The residential project aims to meet growing housing demands in the area while maintaining community aesthetics, as it transitions from its previous agricultural use.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 6th, 2025

      • Type: Planned Unit Development

      • Status: Approved

      • Quantity: 103

      • Land Area: 56.11 acres

  • 67 unit Single Family Housing Development on ~18 acres in Murfreesboro, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval with conditions has been granted for the Clari Park Townhomes Garden Area, Phase 1, a Planned Unit Development in Murfreesboro that will introduce 67 units, comprising 21 single-family detached and 46 single-family attached homes, across 17.66 acres. Spearheaded by Ashton Woods, this project is strategically positioned along Wilkinson Pike, enhancing the local housing landscape within the existing Planned Unit District zoning framework. The development reflects a commitment to diversifying housing options in the area, which could significantly impact community growth and residential appeal.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 16th, 2025

      • Type: Planned Unit Development

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 67

      • Land Area: 17.66 acres

  • 59 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~12 acres at 2304 Hobson Pike, Nashville, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Developer’s Representative

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Living Word Living Community, a significant 12.15-acre rezoning project in Nashville, transitioning from AR2a to SP zoning to facilitate 59 multi-family residential units. Spearheaded by Living Word Community Church and represented by Dale & Associates, this development aims to enhance suburban residential options while maintaining the existing church on-site. The proposed design aligns with the T3 Neighborhood Evolving policy, promoting moderate density and improved connectivity, which could reshape the local housing landscape.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 22nd, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 59

      • Land Area: 12.15 acres

  • 92 units Multi-family Housing Development in ~1 acres at 517 Madison Street Clarksville, TN

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for The Joseph, a mixed-use development spearheaded by Gracey General Partnership, located at 517 Madison Street in Clarksville. This project encompasses a 0.99-acre site and will feature 92 units within a gross floor area of 21,940 sq ft, enhancing the urban landscape of the Central Business District. The approval comes with specific conditions, including utility and drainage plan approvals, which underscore the project's commitment to infrastructure integrity. As this development moves forward, it holds the potential to invigorate local retail and residential offerings, further shaping Clarksville's growth trajectory. Further details on the proposal, including current status and hearing notes, are accessible to platform members.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 22nd, 2025

      • Type: Site Plan Approval

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 92

      • Land Area: 0.99 acres

South Carolina

  • 174 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~9 acres at Spartanburg County, SC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Virk Farms project, a multi-family housing development spearheaded by Divine Group on approximately 19.93 acres in Spartanburg County. This ambitious proposal includes the construction of 31 buildings housing a total of 174 units, achieving a density of 8.73 units per acre. Notably, the developer has committed to providing 5.50 acres of open space, significantly exceeding the required 1.99 acres. With the project now moving forward under conditional approval, it stands to enhance the local housing landscape while addressing community access needs through the proposed public road infrastructure.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: February 4th, 2025

      • Type: Site Plan Approval

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 174

      • Land Area: 19.93 acres

  • 54 Single Family Housing Development on ~29 acres at 401 W. Five Notch Rd., North Augusta, SC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for the Rayborn Mill project, a Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat proposed by Blackston and Associates in North Augusta. This development will introduce 54 single-family attached homes across 29.34 acres of land, currently zoned R-7, Small Lot, Single-Family Residential. The project, strategically located adjacent to Mossy Creek Elementary, is poised to enhance the local housing landscape, catering to the growing demand for single-family residences in the area.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: February 19th, 2025

      • Type: Subdivision

      • Status: Approved

      • Quantity: 54

      • Land Area: 29.34 acres

North Carolina

  • 222 unit Single Family Housing Development on ~83 acres at Gastonia, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • A proposal for the 83.37-acre rezoning and annexation of the Northway at Briar Oak project is currently in Public Hearing, spearheaded by Northway Homes. This initiative seeks to transition the site from Gaston County's RS-12 and R-1 zoning to a Planned Development – Revised Residential Development District (PD-RRDD), facilitating the construction of 222 single-family homes. Concerns regarding the completion of a Traffic Impact Analysis and existing road conditions have been raised, highlighting the project's potential implications for local infrastructure and safety. If approved, this development could significantly enhance the residential landscape of Gastonia, aligning with the city's 2025 Future Land Use Map.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 8th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Public Hearing

      • Quantity: 222

      • Land Area: 83.37 acres

  • 188 unit Single Family Housing Development on 232 acres at Chatham County, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval with conditions has been granted for the Berrybrook Crossing at Strowd Farm Conservation Subdivision, a significant 232-acre development in Chatham County, spearheaded by Fuller Land & Development. This project will introduce 188 single-family housing lots, strategically designed to incorporate 64.9% conservation space, exceeding the minimum requirements and emphasizing environmental stewardship. With concerns raised regarding lot sizes and project timelines, the development aims to balance residential needs with ecological preservation, potentially setting a benchmark for future subdivisions in the region.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: May 6th, 2025

      • Type: Subdivision

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 188

      • Land Area: 232.00 acres

  • Industrial Facility on ~15 acres at Salisbury, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for a 15.26-acre rezoning in Salisbury, transitioning from General Residential (GR3 and GR6) to Heavy Industrial (HI), spearheaded by Old Carolina Brick. This strategic move aligns with the Forward 2040 policy, aimed at protecting industrial opportunity areas and facilitating the expansion of the existing Carolina Brick facility. Public support was evident, with local stakeholders praising the company's commitment to stewardship and noise control. The approval not only enhances the industrial landscape of the area but also underscores the compatibility of industrial use with surrounding zoning, paving the way for future growth.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: February 25th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved

      • Land Area: 15.26 acres

  • 550 unit Single Family Housing Development on ~243 acres in Raleigh, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Developer’s Representative

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for a significant 242.8-acre rezoning in Raleigh, transitioning from Wake County R-30 to R-6 & R-6 CU, which will facilitate the development of 550 residential units. Spearheaded by Lennar, with representation from Parker Poe, this project incorporates specific conditions aimed at enhancing community amenities and environmental stewardship, including a minimum of 40% open area and a $50,000 contribution to local fire services. The proposal also addresses stormwater management and includes provisions for EV charging outlets in all units, reflecting a commitment to sustainable development practices.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: January 14th, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved with Conditions

      • Quantity: 550

      • Land Area: 242.80 acres

  • 79 unit Multi-family Housing Development on ~1 acres at 818 N. Kerr Avenue, Wilmington, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • Approval has been granted for a 79-unit residential townhome development in Wilmington, following a successful Conditional District Rezoning from R-10 to MD-10(CD). Spearheaded by parcel owner Canvas Residential Partners, this project will transform 1.23 acres located along N. Kerr Avenue, enhancing the area's multi-family housing options. The unanimous vote underscores the project's alignment with local housing needs and strategic growth initiatives.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: April 2nd, 2025

      • Type: Rezoning

      • Status: Approved

      • Quantity: 79

      • Land Area: 1.23 acres

  • 1,936 Single Family and 400 Multi-family Housing Development on ~850 acres at Brunswick County, NC

    • Estimated True Owner

    • Petition Description

      • A proposal for a significant 849.97-acre modification to the Timber Farms Planned Development is currently in Public Hearing, spearheaded by Hardee Group Holdings. This modification seeks to alter site connectivity by gating the northwest portion for an age-targeted community, while also revising unit types to include 1,708 single-family units, 228 duplex units, 164 townhome units, and 400 multifamily units, maintaining an overall density of 2.94 dwelling units per acre. Staff has recommended denial due to concerns over reduced vehicular connectivity and potential flooding issues, raising important questions about the project's impact on local infrastructure. If approved, this modification could reshape the development's demographic focus and connectivity dynamics within Brunswick County.

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    • Key Facts:

      • Approved/Decision Date: March 10th, 2025

      • Type: Planned Unit Development

      • Status: Public Hearing

      • Quantity: 2,500

      • Land Area: 849.97 acres