Atlas Global Development Group LLC has filed its first official documents detailing its plans for the Winslow Commerce and Industrial Park Planned Area Development, a 1,618-acre master-plan area southwest of Winslow’s current core.
The submitted plan marks the first phase toward Atlas’ overall goal of developing a 3,750-acre area known as the I-40 TradePort.
The development plan looks to leverage Winslow’s location and proximity to major rail and highway routes, as well as the Winslow-Lindbergh Regional Airport, for industrial, commercial, residential and other economic development opportunities.
Specific land use areas detailed in the submission include industrial, a commerce park, aviation support, commercial uses, lodging and multifamily. Industrial uses will be capped at 240-foot building heights, while multifamily will top out at 60 feet.
Several infrastructure improvements are planned as part of the development process, including building new roads and expanding existing roadways and utility systems, including water and sewage.
A traffic study included in the submittal materials anticipates a minimum of 31,000 vehicle trips/day, with possible peaks of up to 61,000. To mitigate impacts on Highway 87 and Interstate 40, the proposal recommends road widening, increasing traffic signals and developing new highway access points.
Planned uses for the commercial and industrial portions will range from heavy manufacturing to light commercial applications. The residential component will include apartments, assisted living, mobile homes and live/work units.
Travelers are expected to have a range of options, from hotels to resorts. Office uses will include business centers, dental and medical office space, and research and development areas. Retail in the area will be diverse, including grocery stores, big-box outlets, specialty food and beverage retailers, restaurants, gas stations and automotive-related businesses.
The plan also calls for educational facilities, including colleges and trade schools.
Development is planned in multiple phases, with the initial focus targeting development around the airport to prioritize uses that capitalize on transportation infrastructure. Access road and utility connection developments are included in the initial phase.
Subsequent phases will build out the designated commercial and industrial areas. Each phase is planned to build off the infrastructure and facilities established in the preceding development cycles.
No official timeline has been established, but initial development is still years away. Once begun, each new phase will depend on the successful completion of the one before it, and additional land may be added to the development area over time.
Atlas has undertaken an extensive public outreach campaign to inform residents about the proposal and to solicit feedback. Additional meetings will be scheduled, and the public can also submit comments directly to the Winslow City Council.
Plan documents are available here. (Source)
