WHITESTOWN, Ind. (WISH) — A $110 million development coming to Whitestown offers a glimpse of the growth expected over the next decade in the city northwest of Indianapolis.

The Padgette Commons development will add food, shopping and housing just off I-65 at Exit 130 on Boone County Road 550 South.

City Administrator Katie Barr says the housing element is especially crucial, with Whitestown expected to double its population in the next 10 years. Barr claims that the current population, which stands at around 13,000, could reach as many as 30,000 during that time.

“People are begging to move to Whitestown, and we’re actually running out of housing with all our development,” Barr said.

Padgette Commons will add 80 senior housing units and 120 multifamily units, all described as market-rate housing.

Barr says the city hopes housing combined with shopping, dining and entertainment on the 40 acres can attract new residents and new visitors.

“We’re really trying to get (developers) to bring something for families to enjoy; so not just adults, but both children and adults,” Barr said.

Padgett Commons got its name from the land’s former owner, Karen Padgett, who specifically wanted the property to be transformed into something that would improve and grow Whitestown.

The developers, New City Development, will also help with necessary infrastructure improvements by widening County Road 550.

The City Council plans to consider a $27.2 million bond to support the project.

“We want residents to have places to gather in this community as well as bring visitors,” Barr said. “Our ultimate goal is we want people to live, play and stay in Whitestown.”