Construction On Fairhope Boardwalk Village Imminent

Conceptual drawing of proposed project in Fairhope | image courtesy of Gulf Coast MLS.

Construction is to begin soon on a major project on Highway 181 near County Road 48 in Fairhope, WKRG reported. The Fairhope City Council approved a new development last week that will include shopping and dining, with residential space upstairs. The 10-acre Boardwalk Village is to become a walkable site and destination for visitors looking to stroll streets within the complex without vehicle traffic. “This is like bringing downtown to the east side,” said Fairhope City Councilman Corey Martin. A boutique hotel will also be added. The developer plans to incorporate downtown Fairhope architecture into the overall design and focus on bringing in local and regional tenants. Martin said utilities are already being worked on for the complex, which is tentatively expected to open by 2025.