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 changing property on the east line of Southgate Lane from a Community Retail District to an MF-2(A) Multifamily District. Metrocare Services was the applicant, represented by Baldwin Associates, LLC, and city staff recommended approval before the matter went inactive.
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
Anil Pathak Paraphernalia Shop at N. Cockrell Hill Road (Z-25-000081)
Applicant Anil Pathak requested a new Specific Use Permit for a paraphernalia shop on property in Planned Development District 810, at the northeast corner of North Cockrell Hill Road and I-30 Frontage Road. The City Plan Commission voted 13 to 0 to recommend approval for a five-year period, subject to a site plan and conditions. The City Council approved the permit with amendments on September 24, 2025.
Aug 7: Carried: 13 to 0
Miller Sylvan Subdistrict (Z245-210)
An application from Miller Sylvan proposed a new subdistrict within Planned Development District 598 on property along West Wheatland Road between South Polk Street and South Hampton Road. The request was under review after staff recommended approval with amended conditions.
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
New Planned Development District at Marvin D Love Freeway (Z-25-000046)
The city considered a request to create a new planned development district, a custom set of zoning rules, on property zoned Neighborhood Office District on the east side of Marvin D Love Freeway. City staff recommended denial, while the City Plan Commission recommended approval subject to a conceptual plan and conditions. The proposal was approved.
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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