Homewood Planning Commission Meeting - August 4, 2026

The City of Homewood Planning Commission held a meeting on August 4, 2026, focusing on two development plan cases. The first case involved a proposal by Landmark Development Services Company and Sanford University to build additional student housing on the university's South Campus. Key procurement-related discussions included the ground lease arrangement for the buildings, parking expansions, stormwater management plans, and environmental considerations such as tree preservation and lighting. The commission approved the case with a positive recommendation to the city council, subject to conditions on building height and property resurvey. The second case concerned a new development called The Woods Golf and Social, an 18-hole outdoor putting course with a clubhouse and parking, proposed by Owen Ferguson. Discussions addressed compliance with form-based code, noise and lighting controls, stormwater runoff management, tree removal and replacement, accessibility, and parking. The commission also approved this case with a favorable recommendation to the city council. Both projects will proceed to the city council for final approval. The meeting concluded with a reminder about an upcoming comprehensive plan meeting.