Matters — 2026

Nueva Vida New Life Assembly Application (Z-25-000060)

A proposal sought approval to open an open-enrollment charter school on property zoned for single-family homes near Cheyenne Road and Rockingham Street. The application required a Specific Use Permit because schools are not allowed under the existing zoning, and the city needed to ensure proper site planning and traffic management for the new use. The proposal was approved on June 24, 2026, subject to site plan, traffic management plan, and conditions.

Jun 24: Approved

Sark Mixed-Use Development at Madison and Ballard (Z-26-000012)

Sark seeks to rezone a property at the corner of Madison Avenue and Ballard Avenue from residential to Walkable Mixed Use Subdistrict C, which would allow mixed-use development combining residential and commercial uses. The rezoning would transform this Oak Cliff corner into a more mixed-use area within the Gateway Special Purpose District, potentially bringing together housing, retail, and services on a site currently zoned for residential transition.

Unity of Dallas Application (Z-25-000023)

Unity of Dallas requested a Specific Use Permit to open a private school on property at the north line of Forest Lane, west of Hillcrest Road, in a single-family residential zone. The proposal raised questions about traffic and site impacts in the residential area, requiring review of traffic management plans and site design conditions. The Specific Use Permit was approved on June 24, 2026.

Jun 24: Approved

Seminary and Monastery Planned Development at La Prada and Shiloh (Z-25-000235)

A Planned Development District application seeks to enable townhouse construction on property near La Prada Drive and Shiloh Road, currently zoned for residential uses. The applicant also requests a Specific Use Permit for a seminary and convent or monastery on the site. This project will shape how this corridor area develops.

Zoning Case Under Advisement (Z-25-000229)

Jaime Senna is proposing a planned development district that would allow light industrial uses on property currently zoned for agriculture, located south of Cleveland Road near Lancaster-Hutchins Road. Converting this agricultural land to industrial use could affect traffic patterns and land use in the corridor area.

Zoning and Specific Use Permit for Industrial Use (Z-25-000198)

This application seeks to rezone property to the Industrial Manufacturing District and obtain a new Specific Use Permit for an industrial use. The property is currently zoned Community Retail and Industrial Manufacturing, with an existing Specific Use Permit for an electric substation. The proposed industrial use would replace the current permitted use, and the City Plan Commission is evaluating the request.

Apr 9: Carried: 14 to 0

Multifamily District at Ithaca Street (Z-25-000040)

A property on the north line of Ithaca Street between Ivanhoe Lane and Brundrette Street was proposed to be rezoned from Industrial Research to Multifamily District, enabling housing development on land previously zoned for industrial use. The rezoning would allow residential construction in an area that had been restricted to industrial and research facilities. The proposal was approved in October 2025.

Specific Use Permit for Alcohol Sales (Z-25-000123)

A business sought approval to sell alcoholic beverages at a large food and merchandise store over 3,500 square feet in an area with liquor control restrictions. The proposal needed approval from both the City Plan Commission and City Council because of zoning overlay requirements in the area. The proposal was denied.

Mar 25: Denied

Turnquist Trust Multifamily at South Cockrell Hill Road (Z-25-000147)

An application sought to change zoning on property along South Cockrell Hill Road from single-family residential to multifamily residential for the Turnquist Exempt Trust. The rezoning would have allowed apartment or condo development at the site instead of single-family homes. The City Plan Commission reviewed the proposal and staff recommended approval, but the matter became inactive without reaching a final vote.

Jan 15: Carried: 14 to 0

Zoning Case Under Advisement (Z-26-000054)

Aventura Asset Management seeks to amend Subdistrict 30 within the Oak Lawn Special Purpose District, located at the north corner of Reagan Street and Brown Street. The proposed amendment would modify the district's zoning regulations and development conditions.

TH-1 Townhouses at Compton Street (Z-25-000200)

A property on the south line of Compton Street, currently zoned for Light Industrial use, is proposed to be rezoned to Townhouse District (TH-1) instead of the initially sought Single Family District. This change would allow residential townhouse development on land currently designated for industrial purposes.

Zoning Case Under Advisement (Z-26-000025)

An applicant sought to remove the Shop Front Overlay SH-6 from a property zoned for mixed-use development in the Oak Cliff Gateway Special Purpose District, which would have changed design and storefront requirements for the site. The City Plan Commission and City Council reviewed the proposal, which affects how future development would be regulated on this property. The proposal was denied without prejudice on May 27, 2026.

May 27: Denied Without Prejudice

Zoning Case Under Advisement (Z-25-000154)

A zoning change was proposed to allow multifamily housing development on a property at Ledbetter Drive and Tyrone Drive, currently zoned for single-family use. The change would permit denser residential development where only single-family homes were previously allowed. The City Council approved the zoning change on May 13, 2026.

May 13: Approved

Bar and Live Music Venue at Main and Malco (Z-25-000183)

An amendment to a Specific Use Permit would allow a bar, lounge, or tavern with a live music venue on the southwestern corner of Main Street and Malco in Deep Ellum. This would bring entertainment programming to the historic music district.

Case File 26-1925A

The Committee on Government Efficiency is reviewing an overview of the city's Human Resources and Civil Service departments presented by the Chief Financial Officer. This briefing examines how these departments operate and their role in city government efficiency.

Gedalia Inc. Industrial Research Subdistrict at Ford Road (Z-26-000081)

Gedalia Inc. sought to establish a new industrial research subdistrict within Planned Development No. 307, located on the west side of Ford Road south of Christian Parkway. The request required detailed development and landscape plans as part of the approval process. The proposal was approved on June 24, 2026.

Jun 24: Approved

Gilliland Properties Planned Development Amendment at Alpha Road and Preston Road (Z-26-000079)

Gilliland Properties II, LLC seeks to amend Planned Development District No. 17 at the southeast corner of Alpha Road and Preston Road, which would change the development rules and plan governing that site. The request is being reviewed by the City Plan Commission, with Rob Baldwin of Baldwin Associates, LLC representing the applicant.

Extra Space Storage — Avenue and Hedgerow Drive (Z-25-000230)

A new Light Commercial Subdistrict is proposed for the corner of Lemmon Avenue and Hedgerow Drive. The property is located within Planned Development District No. 193 and would support light commercial development in the corridor area. The City Plan Commission is reviewing the application.

Case File 26-1917A

The City's Office of Government Affairs will discuss programs and resources that support Dallas County, Dallas College, and Parkland Hospital. These three institutions provide essential services to Dallas residents in education, healthcare, and county governance. The briefing examines how city policies and funding align with the missions of these organizations.

Sewdat Persaud Commercial Service District Rezoning (Z-25-000045)

An application sought to rezone property in Council District 4 from a Community Retail District to a Commercial Service District, which allows a broader range of commercial and service businesses. City planning staff recommended denial of the request. The application was filed by Sewdat Persaud and was under review by the City Plan Commission before activity on the case stopped.