Construction is set to begin this fall on a new BJ’s Wholesale Club in Foley, according to a recent release from the city.

This will be the chain’s second Alabama location following the Madison BJ’s that opened in late 2023.

The closest BJ’s Club to Foley is currently located in Pensacola.

The Foley Planning Commission has recommended approval for the project, which will be located on a 14-acre site along the South Juniper Street Extension, about a block east of South McKenzie Street, according to the release.

BJ’s members will find groceries, household goods, electronics, tires and automotive services, and more at the new 106,370 square-foot facility, which will also include a fueling station.

“This will be the first wholesale club in South Baldwin, and it means our citizens won’t have to leave Foley for this type of shopping,” Mayor Ralph Hellmich said in the release.

“It’s a significant addition to our retail space, and we’re glad they decided to come here.”

City officials have been working with developers and BJ’s representatives for about three years to bring the project to Foley, the release adds.

Construction is expected to start in September or October and take about a year to complete.