A new multi-phase medical development is moving forward off North Oaklawn Lane near Shriners Boulevard, bringing healthcare services and innovative energy use to the growing corridor.
Phase one of the project will include the construction of two one-story medical buildings, each approximately 9,000 square feet. The front building, facing North Oaklawn Lane, is planned as a pain management clinic. A second building will house Pine Belt Dermatology, offering expanded specialty care in the area.
Foundation plans for both structures have been completed and are currently being finalized by architect Marty Hardy. Developers anticipate submitting plans to Community Development for review by late March. If approved, the city is expected to issue permits for the foundations while the remaining construction plans are finalized. Once approved, construction on the pain management clinic is projected to be completed by December of this year.
Phase two will focus on infrastructure, including the construction of the first segment of a new boulevard to provide access to additional parcels on the property. Once complete, the overall development is expected to include six to seven structures.
One of the most distinctive aspects of the project is its emphasis on renewable energy. Both initial buildings will be powered primarily by solar energy. Solar panels will be installed on rooftops and over covered parking areas, with traditional electrical service serving as a backup. Plans also include the installation of electric vehicle charging stations.
“This is the first of its kind in Biloxi, primarily solar with secondary electrical backup,” said Community Development Director Jerry Creel.
Creel also noted the project’s strategic location and its role in the area’s growth.
“I think it is a great location,” Creel said. “It’s in an area that will be very accessible to residents and expand the services in that area.”
The development marks another step forward in expanding healthcare access while incorporating sustainable design in Biloxi’s evolving landscape.
News & notes: Weekly reports, flood insurance, council
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