WILLOW GROVE, PA — Montgomery County officials have approved new zoning changes that pave the way for the long-awaited redevelopment of the former Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove. The decision is a major step forward in transforming the underutilized property into a vibrant, mixed-use community.
Plans call for hundreds of new housing units, including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments, alongside retail and dining spaces designed to attract residents and visitors. Office and commercial areas aim to create jobs and boost the local economy, while parks, walking trails, and recreational amenities will enhance community life.
Officials say the zoning approval provides the legal framework needed to attract developers and secure investment. The project, which has faced years of delays due to infrastructure, environmental, and planning challenges, is expected to revitalize surrounding towns including Horsham, Upper Dublin, and Abington.
Community input will remain a key part of the process, especially regarding traffic, school capacity, and infrastructure upgrades. While construction timelines are not yet finalized, this milestone signals the project is finally gaining momentum.
If completed as planned, the redevelopment could become a hub for living, working, and recreation, reshaping eastern Montgomery County for decades to come.
