Retail Development

The retail sector of the Roswell economy has been in a positive growth phase since 2001, bringing over 50 new businesses and 1,800 jobs to Roswell. This growth is mainly due to our consumer base of over 330,000 people, the abundance of affordable commercial property, our isolated position 175 miles from any metropolitan area making Roswell the commercial hub for southeastern New Mexico, and our refillable water supply which can support a population of more than three million people.

With Four lane divided highways entering Roswell from every direction, our new American Eagle jet service, Roswell preparing to become a Metropolitan Statistical Area of 50,000 people through the 2010 Census, the ever-increasing worldwide interest in Aliens and UFOs, and with over 80 million Baby-Boomers preparing to retire, many to the southwestern United States, Roswell is poised to experience unprecedented growth since it’s incorporation as a city in 1903.

Michael Vickers, Planning & Zoning Director City of Roswell

Click on a heading below to expand and contract each section.

New Developments in Roswell, New Mexico

Roswell development update from the City Planning Director, Michael Vickers;

 

 

 

  • Masonic Lodge:  The new Masonic Lodge recently broke ground and is in the first phases of construction!  It will be a 4,900 square foot building with southwest style finishes and a stucco exterior.  The project is scheduled to be completed early winter of 2010.  (Located at 2503 W. College just east of Fire Station #6)
  • Sally Port Inn:  The Sally Port is undergoing extensive renovations to their hotel.  Virtually every room has been gutted and will be completely done as well as a new roof has been installed.  The renovation is expected to be complete towards the end of the year.  (Located at 2000 N. Main)
  • Murphy Express Gas Station:  The new gas station is in the due diligence phase and scheduled for a construction start in the very near future.  The project will service the future Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center as well as travelers and local residents.  (Located on N. Main Street just south of All About Spas on the out parcel of Holiday Inn)
  • Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference:  The new hotel and conference center is in the due diligence phases and expected to start moving forward in the near future.  More information to follow…  (Located on N. Main Street just south and west of All About Spas)
  • Red Brick Pizza:  The new pizza parlor is currently under construction!  The project is a renovation to an existing building with frontage and access on Main Street.  Red Brick Pizza is a fire-roasted gourmet pizza concept that will offer not only pizza, but salads and gelato ice cream.  Construction completion is expected this summer.   (Located at 625 N. Main St.)
  • Burger King:  The new restaurant is in the due diligence phase and schedule for a construction start in the very near future!  More information to follow…  (Located on N. Main Street between Walgreens & Hastings)
  • Primm Drug:  The 4,000 SF new structure has high-end finishes including a rounded glass brick entry way.  The site will supply up to three times the parking capability to customers and will not only offer pharmacy services but expanded services like clinical services.  The building will also house a state-of-the-art prescription compounding lab.  Construction is expected to be complete in the summer of 2010.  (Located at 700 N. Union)
  • Blount’s Firearms:  The 2,400 square foot firearms store is currently under construction with foundation poured and the steel building already erected.  Currently the landscape portion of the project is under construction.  The project is expected to be completed this summer.  (Located at 1200 N. Virginia Ave.)
  • Rhoads Plumbing & Heating Warehouse:  The 12,000 square foot new warehouse facility is a phased development with the completion of the shell of the building, new sidewalks, removal of existing buildings, and finishing touches as part of the work scope.  The building will serve as a storage area for supplies and equipment and is expected to be completed this summer.  (Located at 605 N. Virginia Ave.)
  • Marriott Towneplace Suites:  The 71-room, extended stay hotel is permitted and ready to break ground soon.  Construction is expected to take approximately one year and the finished product will cater to extended stay guests.  More information to follow…    (Located between Walgreens and La Quinta on East 19th Street)



Development Information – Permits

            New Residential permits pulled in June     2              
            New Commercial permits pulled in June    0
Total New Permits Pulled in 2010 (Residential)    24
Total New Permits Pulled in 2010 (Commercial)    2

 

 

 

(From the City Planning Director – July 2010)