Matters — January 2025
32 matters with activity · 32 new in this period · 29 resolved
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
Convention Center Design Services Contract (25-39A)
The city contracted with KAI Design to provide architecture and engineering design services for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Master Plan Component Four, which involves renovation and reconstruction of the facility. The renovation project was important for modernizing this major civic venue and supporting Dallas's public event infrastructure. The contract was approved on January 8, 2025.
Jan 8: Approved
Dallas Memorial Auditorium Renovation Design Contract (25-38A)
The City contracted with Gensler to provide architectural and engineering design services for the Dallas Memorial Auditorium renovation, a key component of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Master Plan. This work was essential to the modernization of one of Dallas's historic cultural venues. The contract was approved as amended on January 8, 2025.
Jan 8: Approved As Amended
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
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
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
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