Palmetto Ridge mega-development (2,800 homes)
Summary
A plan for 2,800 homes and 100,000 square feet of commercial on roughly 3,536 acres in north central Pasco was recommended for approval with conditions. The school district is still negotiating with the developer about getting a school site inside the development.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Growth at this scale will bring new transportation and school capacity demands to the SR 52 corridor.
The developers and future residents; students could benefit if a walkable school site is secured.
Residents along SR 52 concerned about traffic and growth impacts; written objections were received.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - May 7, 2026
A plan for 2,800 homes and 100,000 square feet of commercial on roughly 3,536 acres in north central Pasco was recommended for approval with conditions. The school district is still negotiating with the developer about getting a school site inside the development.
Planning Commission - Apr 9, 2026
The county's biggest pending project got pushed to May 7. It would add 2,800 homes and 100,000 square feet of commercial on 3,536 acres along SR 52.
Related development
Palmetto Ridge MPUD Substantial Modification
Large-scale growth along the SR 52 corridor; the school district hopes a traditional school within the development will let students walk to school and cut traffic.
Two Rivers MPUD Substantial Modification
One of the largest master-planned projects in the county; the June hearing will be the next public opportunity to weigh in.
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