Matters — August 2025
31 matters with activity · 14 new in this period · 26 resolved
Metrocare Services Multifamily Rezoning at Southgate Lane (Z245-190)
An application proposed to rezone property on Southgate Lane from Community Retail to Multifamily District, which would have allowed multifamily residential development on the site. The matter was under review by the City Plan Commission but stalled without a final decision.
Aug 7: Carried: 14 to 0
Multifamily Zoning at Paducah Avenue (Z-25-000050)
A property on the northwest line of Paducah Avenue, between South Denley Drive and South Lancaster Road, was proposed to be rezoned from Community Retail District to Multifamily District (MF-1(A)), allowing residential development on a site previously designated for retail. The rezoning would have changed the character and permitted uses in this corridor area. The proposal was approved as amended on August 27, 2025.
Aug 27: Approved As Amended
Stephan Specific Use Permit at Plaza Boulevard (Z-25-000044)
Stephan sought a Specific Use Permit to develop a handicapped group dwelling unit on property zoned for single-family homes on Plaza Boulevard, between Linda Lane and La Flor Lane. This required special approval because the proposed use didn't align with the lot's zoning designation, which restricts development to single-family residences. The Specific Use Permit was approved on September 24, 2025.
Aug 7: Carried: 13 to 0
Paraphernalia Shop Specific Use Permit at North Cockrell Hill Road (Z-25-000081)
Applicant Anil Pathak requested a new Specific Use Permit to operate a paraphernalia shop on land zoned Planned Development District 810 at the northeast corner of North Cockrell Hill Road and the Interstate 30 frontage road in Council District 6. City staff recommended approval subject to a site plan and conditions, and the City Plan Commission recommended approval limited to a five-year period. The City Council approved the permit as amended on September 24, 2025.
Aug 7: Carried: 13 to 0
PDD No. 598 Subdistrict Amendment at West Wheatland Road (Z245-210)
An application proposed creating a new subdistrict within Planned Development District No. 598 on property consisting of Tracts 2, 2A, and 3 along West Wheatland Road. The amendment would have affected zoning and development rules for property between South Polk Street and South Hampton Road, north of LBJ Freeway. The City Plan Commission held votes in 2025, but the matter has since stalled with no further activity.
Aug 7: Carried: 13 to 0
Anish Townhouses at Colonial and Driskell (Z-25-000038)
Anish applied to rezone property at the corner of Colonial Avenue and Driskell Street from single-family residential to townhouse subdistrict zoning to enable townhouse development. The property sits within South Dallas Fair Park Special Purpose District, an area designated for mixed-use and residential growth. The city council approved the rezoning on September 24, 2025.
Aug 7: Carried: 13 to 0
Planned Development District on Marvin D Love Freeway (Z-25-000046)
This request sought a new planned development district for property zoned Neighborhood Office District on the east line of Marvin D Love Freeway, north of West Camp Wisdom Road. City staff recommended denial, while the City Plan Commission recommended approval subject to a conceptual plan and conditions. The proposal was approved on August 27, 2025.
Aug 27: Approved
Convention Center Insurance Authorization (25-2501A)
The City authorized its insurance broker, Marsh USA, LLC, to purchase insurance policies for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center renovation and expansion project, covering commercial general and excess liability and workers' compensation. This authorization protected the City against financial risk during the major renovation and expansion work. The proposal was approved on August 27, 2025.
Aug 27: Approved
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
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
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
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