Matters — 2025

Townhouse Subdistrict at Myrtle and Marburg (Z245-208)

An application proposed to rezone property at the corner of Myrtle Street and Marburg Street to allow townhouse development instead of single-family residences. The change would have increased residential density within the South Dallas Fair Park Special Purpose District. The matter became inactive without a final resolution.

Jul 10: Carried: 14 to 0

Housing Finance Corporation Program Statements (25-1461A)

A public hearing was held to review proposed program statements for the Dallas Housing Finance Corporation and Dallas Public Facility Corporation. These statements were intended to establish operational guidelines and policies for how the corporations would manage housing finance and public facility initiatives for the city. The matter stalled without reaching a final decision.

Oak & Ellum Affordable Housing at Live Oak Street (25-923A)

The Dallas Housing Finance Corporation acquired Oak & Ellum, an existing apartment complex at 2627 Live Oak Street, to be converted into affordable housing. This acquisition preserved an existing building for affordable housing development rather than requiring new construction, making it a more efficient use of resources for the city. The City Council approved the acquisition.

Mar 26: Approved As An Individual Item

Preston Hollow Village Phase 3 Development Plan at Central Expressway and Walnut Hill (25-2721A)

An application sought approval of a development plan and landscape plan for property in Tracts C, D and F of Planned Development District No. 750, at the northwest corner of North Central Expressway and Walnut Hill Lane. The request was filed by Preston Hollow Village Phase 3, LP, represented by Suzan Kedron of Jackson Walker LLP, and city staff recommended approval. The City Plan Commission considered the item after several delays, and no further activity followed.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan (25-1011A)

A comprehensive area plan for the South Dallas Fair Park district was presented to the City Plan Commission for public review and consideration. The plan outlined proposed changes and development guidelines for the area. The matter stalled after the initial hearing and did not advance to a final vote.

Mar 20: Carried: 12 to 0

Preston Hollow Village Development Plan (25-2452A)

Preston Hollow Village Phase 3, LP submitted an application for a development and landscape plan at the northwest corner of North Central Expressway and Walnut Hill Lane. The City Plan Commission reviewed the proposal, with staff recommending approval. The matter remained under review before becoming inactive.

Aug 7: Carried: 14 to 0

Personnel and Ethics Code Amendments (25-3453A)

The City Council amended multiple chapters of municipal code governing personnel, ethics, employment compliance, and police procedures. These changes updated administrative rules and compliance standards across city operations. The ordinance was approved on December 10, 2025.

Dec 10: Approved

The Legacy on Belt Line Affordable Housing (25-569A)

LDG Development applied for federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to develop an affordable housing project called The Legacy on Belt Line. The project would provide housing units at reduced rents for residents with low incomes. The proposal was approved.

Feb 26: Approved

Tuscany at Goldmark Affordable Housing (25-562A)

An application sought Low-Income Housing Tax Credits for the Tuscany at Goldmark multifamily project, a proposed 184-unit development. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs application would have funded affordable housing in the area. City Council held a hearing to gather public comments, but the matter subsequently became inactive without advancing to a final decision.

Feb 26: Deleted

The Heights at UNT Station LIHTC (25-571A)

LDG Development sought 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for The Heights project at UNT Station. The credits would support the development of low-income housing in the community. The application was approved on February 26, 2025.

Feb 26: Approved

Single Family Rezoning at Cedar Ridge Drive (Z-25-000042)

A proposal to rezone property on Cedar Ridge Drive from an Agricultural District to a Single Family Residential District was considered by the City Council. The rezoning would have converted agricultural land to residential development in the area north of West Red Bird Lane. The proposal was denied on August 27, 2025.

Aug 27: Denied

Duplex District Rezoning at University Hills Boulevard (Z234-257)

A property on University Hills Boulevard, south of Singing Hills Drive, was rezoned from Single Family District to Duplex District. The rezoning would have allowed the property to accommodate duplex housing instead of single-family homes. The proposal was approved in January 2025.

Jan 22: Approved

Planned Development District at East Northwest Highway and Arboreal Drive (Z223-347)

A request sought to rezone property at the northeast corner of East Northwest Highway and Arboreal Drive from a single family district to a Planned Development District allowing specific residential and nonresidential uses. City staff recommended denial, while the City Plan Commission recommended approval subject to a development plan and conditions. The City Council approved the change on January 22, 2025.

Jan 22: Approved

Oak Cliff Gateway Deed Restriction Termination (Z890-182)

An application proposed terminating deed restrictions on a property in the Oak Cliff Gateway Special Purpose District. The property owner sought to remove restrictions that had governed the property's prior development. The matter went before the City Council but stalled without a final vote.

Jan 8: Hearing Closed

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Engineering Services (25-2666A)

The city approved a supplemental engineering services agreement with Gresham Smith for Phase I of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project, which includes demolition of a portion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. This contract provided additional professional engineering services needed to support the viaduct modification and related demolition work. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Phase II Engineering (25-2377A)

The city authorized a professional engineering services contract with HNTB Corporation to provide engineering work for Phase II of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project. This infrastructure work was designed to realign and modify the viaduct to improve traffic flow and structural conditions. The contract was approved on August 13, 2025.

Aug 13: Approved As An Individual Item

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification Engineering (25-1515A)

The city selected engineering firm Gresham Smith to provide professional services for Phase I of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project, which supports planned demolition of a portion of the viaduct. This contract was part of broader infrastructure work on Jefferson Boulevard to modify and realign the existing structure. The contract was approved as an individual item.

May 28: Approved As An Individual Item

Women's Museum Restoration Work Order (25-1701A)

A work order was proposed to authorize construction services at The Women's Museum (3800 Parry Ave) with contractor Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, Ltd. The project was intended to complete restoration work at the city's cultural venue. The matter was heard by City Council but has remained inactive without a final decision.

May 28: Deleted

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Engineering Services (25-1808A)

A proposed professional engineering services contract with Gresham Smith, selected as the most highly qualified of two proposers, would have covered Phase I design work for the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project. The work was intended to support demolition of a portion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas and demolition of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct/South Market Street bridge, at a cost not to exceed $3,356,179.88 financed through the Convention Center Construction Fund. The item was under review by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee before activity stopped.

DART Facility Temporary Closure at Convention Center (25-2985A)

The city authorized an interlocal agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) for the temporary closure and vacation of the DART facility at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. This agreement enabled the city and DART to coordinate activities during the facility's transition over an eighteen-month period. The proposal was approved by City Council on November 12, 2025.

Nov 12: Approved