Chesterfield Approves 1,500-Home Development in Western County
TL;DR: Chesterfield County supervisors approved zoning changes in May 2026 for two adjacent residential projects totaling 1,537 homes in western Chesterfield near Magnolia Green Golf Club.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors; developers Crescent Group (Cornerstone Homes) and D.R. Horton
- What: Zoning approval for two residential developments: Taylor Ridge (677 units) and Sawmill Station (860 units)
- When: Approved May 27, 2026
- Where: Western Chesterfield County near Magnolia Green Golf Club, Hull Street Road
The story
On May 27, 2026, the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors approved zoning changes for two large residential developments in western Chesterfield County that will add more than 1,500 homes to the region. The Taylor Ridge project, developed by Crescent Group (the development arm of Henrico-based Cornerstone Homes), will include 677 units on a 116-acre site at 18200 and 18400 Hull Street Road. Sawmill Station, developed by D.R. Horton, will comprise 860 units on an adjacent 131-acre parcel at 18410 and 18910 Hull Street Road. Both projects sit near the Magnolia Green Golf Club, a semi-private championship course that anchors the larger Magnolia Green community, which is approved for 3,550 homes.
Taylor Ridge is designed to capitalize on housing demand in the growing Moseley area and will feature approximately 400 for-sale townhomes and 270 apartments. Most units will be age-restricted, with the exception of up to 250 townhomes. The project is intended to expand beyond Cornerstone Homes' typical focus on active adult, 55-plus housing. The development will include amenities such as a clubhouse with a fitness room, swimming pool, dog park, pickleball courts, and walking trails. According to Crescent Group President Mike Lang, Taylor Ridge is expected to break ground in 2028 and will take approximately 10 years to fully build out.
Both projects have been subject to the county's zoning review process and received approval from the Chesterfield County Planning Commission in February 2026. The developments include proffers that limit residential building permits to 100 per calendar year beginning in 2027, addressing concerns about the pace of development. These approvals come at a time when Chesterfield County continues to grapple with managing rapid residential growth while balancing infrastructure and traffic demands in western areas.
The approval of these two projects reflects broader development pressures in the county. Chesterfield has experienced significant residential growth over recent years, and the addition of more than 1,500 homes in a concentrated area raises questions about infrastructure capacity and transportation planning in the western region.
Key players
- Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors: County authority that approved the zoning changes
- Crescent Group (development arm of Cornerstone Homes): Developer of Taylor Ridge project
- D.R. Horton: Developer of Sawmill Station project
- Mike Lang: President of Crescent Group
Key dates
- 2026-02-23: Planning Commission approved Taylor Ridge project
- 2026-05-27: Board of Supervisors approved zoning for both Taylor Ridge and Sawmill Station
- 2027-01-01: 100-unit annual permit cap begins for both projects
- 2028: Anticipated groundbreaking for Taylor Ridge
- 2026-09-01: Duval Road full closure begins (Western Area capital improvements)
- 2027-05-31: Duval Road closure ends
The case for
Growth supporters point to Chesterfield's strong housing demand and the need for diverse housing options in the region. The Taylor Ridge project explicitly expands beyond age-restricted housing to include 250 market-rate townhomes, addressing the broader community's housing needs. The phased build-out (capped at 100 permits per year starting in 2027) allows infrastructure to keep pace, and both projects include on-site amenities that support resident quality of life. For a county seeking to remain competitive and attract residents, these developments represent market-responsive growth that diversifies the housing stock.
The case against
Critics of rapid residential development in Chesterfield County point to traffic congestion at key intersections in western areas, where new housing is outpacing street infrastructure investment. The addition of 1,537 units near Hull Street Road compounds existing bottlenecks; the county previously blocked more than 100 multifamily units in February 2026 specifically due to traffic safety concerns. Infrastructure lag, including the anticipated 2026-2027 Duval Road closure, means new residents may face gridlock before capacity improvements materialize. The concentration of these two major projects on adjacent parcels magnifies cumulative impact concerns that some residents view as growth without sufficient corresponding public investment.
Why it matters: These approvals signal Chesterfield's continued commitment to residential growth in its western corridor, directly affecting housing availability, traffic patterns, and the character of the Moseley-Magnolia Green area. For current residents, it represents 1,500-plus new neighbors and families moving in over roughly a decade, reshaping local schools, traffic, and community services.
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Development timeline
- 2026-02-23Planning Commission Approves Taylor Ridge: Chesterfield County Planning Commission approved the 677-unit Taylor Ridge residential project, clearing the way for Board of Supervisors consideration. [[source]](https://richmondbizsense.com/2026/02/23/677-unit-taylor-ridge-residential-project-in-western-chesterfield-gets-planning-commission-nod/)
- 2026-05-27Board of Supervisors Approves Both Projects: Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors approved zoning changes for Taylor Ridge (677 units) and Sawmill Station (860 units), totaling 1,537 new residential units in western Chesterfield. [[source]](https://richmondbizsense.com/2026/06/15/supervisors-ok-rezonings-for-two-projects-that-would-add-1500-homes-in-western-chesterfield/)
Related links
- Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors Zoning Cases and Public Hearings (May 27, 2026)
- Chesterfield County Active Development and Zoning Cases
- Chesterfield County Development and Construction Services
- Western Area Capital Improvement Projects
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Sources
- Supervisors OK rezonings for two projects that would add 1,500 homes in western Chesterfield
- 677-unit 'Taylor Ridge' residential project in western Chesterfield gets planning commission nod
- Take Notice: Board of Supervisors Zoning Cases and Public Hearings for May 27, 2026
- What we know about plans to build nearly 700 homes, apartments in Chesterfield
- Board approves rezonings for 1,500-home projects in western county