Developers Propose Grocery-Anchored Project in North Baton Rouge

The development is set to go before the Planning Commission for approval.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 7:20pm

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A proposed commercial development in north Baton Rouge, anchored by a 42,000-square-foot grocery store, is headed to the Planning Commission for approval. The mixed-use project is expected to include additional retail and restaurant space.

Why it matters

North Baton Rouge has long been considered a 'food desert' with limited access to full-service grocery stores. This new development could help address that issue and spur further economic activity in the area.

The details

The proposed development would include the 42,000-square-foot grocery store as the anchor tenant, along with additional retail and restaurant space. Developers are seeking approval from the Planning Commission to move forward with the project.

  • The development proposal is scheduled to go before the Planning Commission in the coming weeks.

The players

Baton Rouge Planning Commission

The local government body responsible for reviewing and approving development proposals in the city.

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What’s next

If approved by the Planning Commission, the developers will then need to secure necessary permits and financing to begin construction on the project.

The takeaway

This proposed grocery-anchored development represents a potential solution to the longstanding 'food desert' issue in north Baton Rouge, which has lacked access to full-service grocery stores. Its approval could spur further economic investment and development in the area.