What big developments are coming to metro Phoenix in 2026?

Article originally posted on AZ Central on January 5, 2026

As long as I’ve lived in Phoenix, it’s been growing.

Not just growing. People use words like “explosive growth” to describe the rapid expansion of buildings, communities and whatever else you can build. And I’ve lived here for more than 35 years. I’m beginning to think it may not change anytime soon.

Truly, the Valley is the real-life example, and a slight corruption, of the line in “Field of Dreams” ― if you build it, they will come. And keep coming.

This week on Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, we talk about what big projects are coming to metro Phoenix in 2026. Corina Vanek, who covers growth and development for The Republic, knows all about what’s happening in development. And a lot is happening.

Of course, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. tops the list. It’s a massive project. But there’s a lot going on with malls (or shall we say the places that used to be malls), with housing and more. I learned a lot, and I think you will, too.

Note: Valley 101 is intended to be heard, but we offer an AI transcript of the episode script. There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio.