Matters — 2025

Multifamily Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds (25-1619A)

The City of Dallas sought to authorize the issuance of mortgage revenue bonds to fund multifamily residential housing development. The bonds would have provided financing for affordable housing projects across the city's corridor areas. The City Council held a hearing but the matter subsequently stalled without final council approval.

May 28: Aprpoved

Multifamily Mortgage Revenue Bonds (25-1622A)

The City Council authorized the issuance of multifamily residential mortgage revenue bonds to finance affordable housing development. These bonds allow the city to support private developers in building and preserving homes for lower-income residents at favorable interest rates. The authorization was approved on May 28, 2025.

May 28: Approved

The Humphreys Mixed-Income Housing at Alpha Road (25-917A)

The Dallas Public Facility Corporation proposed to acquire, develop, and own The Humphreys, a 322-unit mixed-income residential development at 5339 Alpha Road. The project was designed to expand housing options in the city. The City Council approved the proposal.

Mar 26: Approved As An Individual Item

Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (25-120A)

The City Council authorized the issuance of multifamily housing mortgage revenue bonds to finance residential housing development. These tax-exempt bonds reduce financing costs for housing projects, making them more feasible to develop. The proposal was approved on January 22, 2025.

Jan 22: Approved

KTC Holdings Planned Development District Request (Z223-290)

An application from Jorge Lariz on behalf of KTC Holdings LLC sought approval of a new planned development district, a custom set of zoning rules written for a specific property. City staff recommended denial, and the request was still under review by the City Plan Commission before the case went inactive without a final decision.

Jun 26: Carried: 13 to 0

FY2026 Municipal Judge Timeline (25-2823A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission discussed the timeline and procedures for FY2026 municipal judge selections. The process is critical to ensuring qualified judicial leadership for the city. The matter was under review following hearings before the commission but stalled without final resolution.

Administrative Law Judge Appointments Update (25-2822A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission reviewed an update to the city's Administrative Law Judge appointments. The matter was under review but went inactive without reaching a final decision.

Alcoholic Beverage Permit at East Ledbetter Drive (Z-25-000061)

An amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 2316 sought to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at a property on East Ledbetter Drive zoned for regional retail. Such amendments are significant because they determine where and how alcohol can be sold in the city. The City Council denied the amendment with prejudice.

Oct 8: Denied With Prejudice By Councilmembr Johnson

South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan (25-1685A)

The city is developing an area plan for the South Dallas corridor around Fair Park, bounded by Haskell Avenue to the north and Botham Jean Boulevard to the south. This plan will guide future zoning and development in the Fair Park area, affecting both land use and how the district grows.

May 28: Deferred

Lakewood Conservation District Zoning Change (Z212-315)

A zoning change was proposed for Tract IV of the Lakewood Conservation District No. 2, converting the property's classification from single-family residential zones to a conservation district. This change affected how the property could be developed and its future land use. The proposal was approved as amended.

Feb 26: Approved As Amended

River Oaks Corridor Zoning Amendment (Z067-152)

The City Council considered zoning designations, development standards, and regulations for an area near River Oaks Road. The amendment addressed land use and development potential in the corridor. The proposal was approved as amended on February 12, 2025.

Feb 12: Approved As Amended

Duplex Zoning Change at Wayne Street (Z234-238)

An application sought to change the zoning on a property at Wayne Street to allow a duplex instead of a single-family home. This zoning amendment would have permitted a different type of residential use on the site. The City Council denied the proposal.

Jan 8: Denied

Specific Use Permit for Bar and Dance Hall (Z234-265)

A specific use permit was sought to authorize a bar, lounge, or tavern with an indoor dance hall at property zoned Planned Development District No. 6. Special use permits for entertainment venues require city approval due to potential impacts on neighboring properties and community character. The permit was approved as amended on January 8, 2025.

Jan 8: Approved As Amended

MU-3 Mixed-Use Zoning at Gretna Street (Z234-281)

A property on Gretna Street zoned for industrial research was proposed for rezoning to allow mixed-use development (MU-3 district), which would permit a combination of residential, commercial, and office uses. The rezoning required a zoning variance and acceptance of deed restrictions to address impacts on surrounding properties. The proposal was approved on January 8, 2025.

Jan 8: Approved

Duplex at Garland Avenue (Z234-235)

An application sought to change zoning regulations to allow a duplex on property near Garland Avenue and Fairview Avenue, where single-family homes are currently the only permitted use. If approved, the change would have increased housing density in the area and amended land use rules within the Planned Development District. The proposal was denied.

Jan 8: Denied

Duplex Development at Garland Avenue (Z234-236)

An applicant sought to amend zoning restrictions to allow a duplex on property in Subarea A of Planned Development District No. 134 on Garland Avenue, where only single-family homes had been previously permitted. The proposal would have increased housing density in that corridor. The City Council denied the amendment on January 8, 2025.

Jan 8: Denied

Townhouse District at Seagoville Road (Z234-263)

A zoning change was proposed to allow townhouse development on a property along Seagoville Road that was previously zoned for retail use. The change would have shifted the site from a commercial retail district to residential townhouse development. The proposal was approved by the City Council on January 8, 2025.

Jan 8: Approved

Women's Museum Restoration Work (25-1892A)

The city authorized a work order with Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, LLC for construction services at The Women's Museum at 3800 Parry Avenue. The work was conducted under an existing Job Order Contract framework previously approved in November 2024. The work order was approved as an individual item on June 11, 2025.

Jun 11: Approved As An Individual Item

Convention Center Construction Manager (25-2026A)

The city approved a supplemental agreement with Dikita Enterprises, Inc. to manage design and construction services for Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas expansion. This contract provided project oversight for a significant phase of the convention center's capital improvements. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Five-Year Financial Audit Contract (25-2607A)

The City authorized a five-year professional services contract to conduct independent audits of its financial operations and grant activities through fiscal year 2029. Regular independent audits ensure the City manages public funds responsibly and complies with financial regulations. The contract was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved As An Individual Item