Development

The $80 million LOCAL Columbia development will add new apartments, retail space, parking, and streetscape improvements just one block from the State House.
Godspeed Coffee is looking to open its first permanent location in Five Points by the end of the year, with Sparrow Construction leading the buildout.
With 940 beds and rooftop views, Gateway 737 marks a major milestone in USC’s campus-adjacent growth.
Columbia’s skyline may soon see its tallest addition in nearly 40 years. Developer Core Spaces is planning new 26 and 22-story towers, reaching ~300 feet tall, for the block bordered by Main, Hampton, Washington, and Assembly streets. Here’s what our readers think about the new development.
The City of Forest Acres released updates on the Richland Mall development, including its first tenant, a prototype Kroger Marketplace, and construction timelines.
The 26-story and 22-story towers will change Columbia’s skyline and house apartments for both residents and students — we want to know your thoughts on the project.
The statewide effort invites residents to report potholes so crews can patch them and improve safety for drivers.
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Brookland Commons, a new and innovative senior living community by Still Hopes, is coming soon to the Midlands and accepting expressions of interest.
Residents are invited to give feedback on the plan that outlines its objectives with six “big ideas” for downtown Columbia.
The aerial lift will connect the zoo and botanical garden and offer panoramic views of the Saluda River area.
Columbia’s Design Review Commission approved major projects, preservation efforts, and urban developments in 2024, shaping the city’s growth while preserving character.
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