Oxford Planning Commission Approved New Grocery Site Plan
The Oxford Planning Commission approved a site plan to relocate Sullivan's Grocery to the Oxford Commons development.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Oxford Planning Commission has approved a site plan to relocate Sullivan's Grocery from Colonnade Crossing to Oxford Commons. The new facility will anchor the Summit area and serve surrounding local neighborhoods.
Why it matters
The relocation marks a significant shift in the development footprint for the Summit area, providing a new primary grocery anchor for local residents.
The development spans 5 acres and features a 40,100-square-foot grocery store alongside a 12,592-square-foot retail building. The site plan includes 220 total parking spaces, seven of which are accessible.
The players
Oxford Planning Commission
The Oxford Planning Commission is the local government body responsible for reviewing and approving site plans and land use developments in Oxford.
Sullivan's Grocery
Sullivan's Grocery is a retail grocer that is relocating its planned development to the Oxford Commons site.
The details
The project will be located along Ed Perry Boulevard with access points on Ed Perry Boulevard, Summit Drive, and Summit Way. This layout replaces a previously approved site plan that was slated for Colonnade Crossing in 2024.
Timeline
A site plan for the project was previously approved for Colonnade Crossing in 2024.
The developer confirmed the location change to Oxford Commons in March 2026.
The Oxford Planning Commission approved the site plan on October 12, 2026.
Market Landscape
This move integrates Sullivan's Grocery into the growing Oxford Commons commercial corridor, centralizing grocery retail options for the city. It positions the brand to capture higher foot traffic by moving away from the Colonnade Crossing site.
Residents in the Summit area will gain a new local grocery anchor and additional retail space upon the project's completion. The plan ensures improved access via entry points on Ed Perry Boulevard, Summit Drive, and Summit Way.
The takeaway
The relocation to Oxford Commons consolidates retail services for local shoppers in the Summit neighborhood. Future shoppers should anticipate improved parking access with 220 spaces now included in the updated site design.
Further reading
For more information on retail projects, visit the Oxford Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Oxford Eagle.
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