Lots of excitement ahead for Verrado residents in 2025. First, we’ll be getting our long anticipated Verrado Marketplace Shopping Center, followed by the buildout of Buckeye Commons just south of the I-10. But did you know there is lots more in store for us beginning in 2025? Get ready for “The Landing” located down Verrado Way!
What Is The Landing?
The City of Buckeye is advancing plans for “The Landing,” a visionary 2,100-acre mixed-use development poised to become the West Valley’s premier destination for recreation, entertainment, shopping, and living. Situated south of Interstate 10 along both sides of Verrado Way, this expansive project aims to seamlessly integrate entertainment venues, retail spaces, diverse housing options, recreational facilities, and educational institutions.
Key Features of The Landing:
- Entertainment and Recreation: The Landing is designed to serve as a regional entertainment hub, offering a variety of venues and recreational activities to cater to residents and visitors alike.
- Retail and Dining: Plans include a walkable shopping district featuring a diverse array of retail stores and dining establishments, enhancing the area’s commercial appeal.
- Housing: The development will introduce a range of housing options to accommodate the growing population, contributing to the city’s residential expansion.
- Education and Research: The inclusion of educational and research facilities aims to foster innovation and learning within the community.
Community Engagement:
Since 2019, Buckeye officials have actively engaged the community through public meetings to gather input and refine the development plans. Residents have expressed a desire for pedestrian-friendly environments, diverse housing options, and infrastructure improvements, all of which are being considered in the planning process.
Impact on Verrado Residents:
For residents of the nearby Verrado community, The Landing promises to enhance local amenities and elevate property values. The development’s proximity offers convenient access to new entertainment, shopping, and recreational opportunities, enriching the quality of life for Verrado residents.
Next Steps:
The City of Buckeye continues to refine The Landing’s Specific Area Plan, with further public meetings and a City Council vote anticipated in the coming months. Community participation remains crucial to shaping a development that aligns with the aspirations of Buckeye’s residents.
The Landing represents a significant stride in Buckeye’s evolution, poised to become a vibrant hub that caters to diverse needs and interests, ultimately enhancing the community’s appeal and livability.
About the Area
This 2,100-acre (3.4 square mile) project site, located just south of I-10 and Verrado Way, is a critical growth area for Buckeye and a stellar opportunity to integrate an entertainment hub with unique and diverse recreational and living opportunities and a range of multifunctional health, research and educational spaces. The Landing will offer a complete experience, meeting the diverse needs and interests of Buckeye and the West Valley.
What Can The Landing Do for the Community?
- Economic Growth Center
- Innovation Incubator
- Increased Livability & Community Health
- Multimodal Accessibility
- Entertainment and Nightlife Destination
- Community Sustainability
- Unique Housing Option
Get & Stay Involved
Participate in the planning process and add your perspective. Opportunities for involvement will be available at various stages of the project. Whether you prefer attending in-person events or engaging online, there will be multiple ways for everyone to connect.
Website: Stay informed by regularly checking the project website, where you will find updates on project details, schedules, draft documents, questionnaires and notices for community meetings. Get a comprehensive overview of the project’s progress and contribute to the conversation.
Join the Email List: Be among the first to receive project updates by joining the email list. Leave comments and stay connected to the latest developments, ensuring you never miss important announcements.
Read and Share Materials: Expand your awareness by reading and sharing fact sheets and reviewing drafts of the Specific Area Plan. The informational brochures contain important project details and can be easily shared with neighbors, family and friends. Everyone’s input is key to the success of the Plan.
Contribute Your Expertise: The knowledge shared by people like you will be foundational to the plan. There will be various engagement avenues for participation:
- Community Workshops
- Stakeholder Interviews & Focus Groups
- Informational Brochures
- Community Questionnaires
- Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council Workshops
Your involvement is critical in shaping the future of The Landing. Join us in creating a vibrant community through your active participation.
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