Amazon slated for 300-acre Chaska business park
Architectural plans identify Amazon as the tenant for a 218,000-square-foot sortation and delivery center at the proposed Big Woods Business Park in Chaska.[1]
The facility would sit on 44 acres, employ about 250 workers and operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.[1] Plans show the site would generate roughly 3,000 vehicle trips daily and include 2,627 parking stalls.[1] Big Woods Business Park is planned for about 1.9 million square feet of industrial space and 55,000 square feet of commercial space, with the Amazon building targeted for 2027 and full build-out through 2036.[1] The Chaska Planning Commission recommended approval of phase one, and the Chaska City Council will review the project for final approval on June 15.[1]
In September 2025, Scannell Properties unveiled plans for the roughly 360-acre Big Woods Business Park and began an environmental review of the project. On Feb. 11, 2026, the Chaska City Council approved a concept plan for up to 2 million square feet of industrial and commercial space across multiple buildings. Amazon has already expanded in the Twin Cities by buying land in Eagan in February 2025 for a distribution warehouse and opening a delivery station in Stewartville in 2026.
Amazon fulfillment and operations roles pay an average of over $22 per hour, with total compensation exceeding $29 per hour including benefits, as of 2026.
The mainstream summary highlights Amazon's expansion into the Chaska area but does not mention the broader context of Amazon's e-commerce-driven growth strategy. According to a Bloomberg report cited by Reuters, the company is considering a substantial $15 billion investment for approximately 80 new logistics facilities across the U.S., primarily focusing on last-mile delivery hubs. This strategic move aims to enhance delivery speed and reduce reliance on third-party carriers, reflecting a significant trend in suburban logistics expansion that the summary overlooks.
While the summary provides information about the average pay for Amazon fulfillment and operations roles, it does not convey the full scope of Amazon's employment impact in the region. As of 2026, these roles average over $22 per hour, with total compensation exceeding $29 per hour when benefits are included. This detail underscores the potential economic benefits of the new facility, which could be a critical factor for local stakeholders concerned about the project's implications for employment and community development.[2][3]
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Amazon fulfillment and operations roles pay an average of over $22 per hour, with total compensation exceeding $29 per hour including benefits.
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- Amazon is identified in architectural plans as the tenant for a 218,000-square-foot sortation and delivery center in Big Woods Business Park in Chaska.
- The facility would sit on 44 acres, employ about 250 workers, operate 24/7, and generate roughly 3,000 daily vehicle trips with 2,627 parking stalls.
- Big Woods Business Park is planned for 1.9 million square feet of industrial space and 55,000 square feet of commercial space, with the Amazon building targeted for 2027 completion and full build-out of the park’s phases projected through 2036.
- The Chaska Planning Commission has recommended approval of phase one, and the Chaska City Council is scheduled to review the project on June 15 for final approval.
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