Matters — March 2026

Chernock Townhouse District at North Boulevard Terrace and Plymouth Road (Z-25-000069)

Christian Chernock sought to rezone property between North Boulevard Terrace and Plymouth Road from single-family zoning to multifamily zoning, with city staff recommending a townhouse district instead. The change would have increased housing density in the corridor. The townhouse district zoning was approved as amended.

Deed Restriction Termination at Fouraker Street (Z-25-000202)

This zoning case seeks to terminate a deed restriction on property along Fouraker Street in the Davis Corridor Special Purpose District. Deed restrictions limit how property owners can use or develop their land; removing this restriction would allow the owner more flexibility in developing or using the site. The City Plan Commission and City Council are reviewing the application.

Mar 5: Carried: 12 to 0

Convent Planned Development at W. Davis and Cockrell Hill (Z-25-000156)

Convent is proposing a new Planned Development Subdistrict on the southwest corner of W. Davis Street and S. Cockrell Hill Road. The project would establish a special development zone within the West Davis Special Purpose District, modifying the existing R-7.5(A) residential zoning to accommodate the proposed development.

Mar 26: Carried: 13 to 0

Caleb Mann RTN District at McShann and Preston Road (Z-25-000121)

Caleb Mann is seeking to rezone property at the northwest corner of McShann Road and Preston Road from single-family to a Residential Transition District. This change would allow for a different type of residential development on land currently restricted to single-family homes.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

Zoning Case Under Advisement (Z-25-000142)

An electrical substation on residential property is seeking an amendment and expansion of its Specific Use Permit to modify permitted uses within a planned development. The property is currently zoned for single-family residential use, making this change significant for neighboring residents in that area.

Mar 25: Remanded

Charter School Permit at Thornton Freeway and Ferguson Road (Z-25-000184)

An amendment to a Specific Use Permit would allow an open-enrollment charter school to operate at the intersection of East R. L. Thornton Freeway and Ferguson Road on property currently zoned for regional retail. This change would introduce a school facility to a retail-designated area, affecting local traffic patterns and parking demand. The City Plan Commission and City Council are reviewing the application.

Mar 25: Deferred

Mixed-Use Planned Development at Main Street (Z-25-000132)

A new Planned Development District is proposed on the southeast side of Main Street near S. Peak Street to allow a mix of residential, commercial, and light industrial uses on property currently zoned for commercial service. This would change the zoning and development potential of the site. The City Plan Commission is reviewing the application.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Liquor Overlay and Permit Modification, Bryan Area (Z-25-000117)

The city is considering removal of the current D Liquor Control Overlay and adoption of a D-1 Liquor Control Overlay, along with a new Specific Use Permit for selling alcoholic beverages on property in Subarea 11 of Planned Development District 298. This would modify the rules governing where and how alcohol can be sold in the Bryan Area Special Purpose District.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

Wesley Inn Historic Overlay at Madison Avenue (Z-26-000030)

The Wesley Inn at 1159 N. Madison Avenue is seeking a historic overlay designation and approval to add short- and long-term lodging accommodations to the property. The historic designation would preserve the building's character while allowing new residential uses that align with the site's planned development zoning.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

West Davis Planned Development Subdistrict (Z-25-000157)

A new Planned Development Subdistrict is proposed for property on the south side of West Davis Street, west of Cockrell Hill Road. The project would establish a special development district within the West Davis Special Purpose District to govern future development on the site.

Mar 26: Carried: 13 to 0

D-1 Liquor Control Overlay Termination at Lemmon Avenue (Z-25-000066)

The city is considering terminating a D-1 Liquor Control Overlay that currently restricts liquor-related uses on a Light Commercial property in the Oak Lawn Special Purpose District at Lemmon Avenue. Removing this overlay would allow the property to operate under standard zoning rules rather than the current liquor restrictions.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Multifamily Planned Development at Worth and North Peak (Z-25-000015)

A property at the corner of Worth Street and North Peak Street, currently zoned for single-family residential use, was proposed to be rezoned to permit a planned development district for multifamily housing. This rezoning would have changed what types of buildings and uses were allowed on the site, affecting the character of that neighborhood corner. The proposal was approved by the City Council on April 8, 2026.

Monopole Cellular Tower at East Clarendon Drive (Z-25-000113)

A monopole cellular tower was proposed for a property on East Clarendon Drive in the Regional Retail zoning district, requiring a new Specific Use Permit. The tower would provide cellular communication infrastructure in an area where such use wasn't previously allowed without a permit. The city approved the proposal with amendments.

Mar 25: Approved As Amended

Flea Market Specific Use Permit Renewal (Z-25-000175)

The city considered a renewal of Specific Use Permit No. 2175 for a flea market in the Farmers Market Special Purpose District. The permit renewal was approved on April 8, 2026.

Mar 25: Deferred

Commercial Motor Vehicle Parking Specific Use Permit (Z-25-000152)

An application sought a Specific Use Permit to allow commercial motor vehicle parking on a property zoned Commercial Service District in connection with a radio, television, or microwave tower facility. The city council denied the application without prejudice.

Mar 25: Denied Without Prejudice

Planned Development District 372 Amendment at Lemmon Avenue East and McKinney Avenue (Z-25-000087)

An amendment to Planned Development District 372 is proposed for the area bounded by Lemmon Avenue and McKinney Avenue. The amendment requires approval of a landscape and development plan for the district.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Charter School at Harry Hines & Wadley Lane (Z-25-000151)

An open enrollment charter school Specific Use Permit was proposed for property zoned for industrial research use, located at the intersection of Harry Hines Boulevard and Wadley Lane. The request would have allowed the school to operate in an area designated for industrial purposes. The proposal was denied on April 8, 2026.

Mar 25: Deferred

Planned Development 171 Amendment at Oak Lawn (Z-26-000039)

The city is considering an amendment to the zoning conditions for Planned Development Subdistrict 171 in the Oak Lawn area, an established district bounded by Lemmon Avenue, Throckmorton Street, Bowser Avenue, and Reagan Street. The amendment would modify the development rules that govern what can be built or changed within this district. The City Plan Commission has reviewed the proposal, and the City Council is now holding a hearing to decide whether to approve it.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Planned Development District 752 Amendment at Edd Road and Garden Grove Drive (Z-25-000233)

Elsie Thurman is seeking to amend Planned Development District 752 at the south corner of Edd Road and Garden Grove Drive. The amendment requires a revised development plan and traffic management plan to address city planning concerns. The City Plan Commission and City Council are reviewing the proposal.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Blas Garza MU-1 Mixed Use at South Polk Street (Z-25-000177)

Blas Garza is seeking to rezone property at South Polk Street and Nokomis Avenue from Multifamily District to Mixed Use District zoning. This change would permit a mix of residential and commercial uses on the site, creating opportunities for more diverse development on the corridor.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

Single Family Reclassification at Peak's Suburban Addition (Z-25-000203)

A property in Peak's Suburban Addition was rezoned from a parking district to single-family residential, and existing deed restrictions were terminated to enable the change. The rezoning would allow residential development on land that had been designated for parking, affecting how the property could be used and developed. The proposal was approved on April 8, 2026.

Mar 25: Deferred

Restaurant Specific Use Permit Amendment at Greenville Avenue (Z-25-000188)

A proposed amendment to a zoning permit would allow a late-hours restaurant without drive-in or drive-through service on a property in Planned Development District 842. This permit controls what type of business can operate at the site and during what hours, potentially affecting neighborhood traffic and activity patterns. The City Plan Commission and City Council are reviewing the application.

Late-Hours Bar Permit at Greenville Avenue (Z-26-000020)

A Specific Use Permit amendment seeks to allow a late-hours alcoholic beverage establishment (bar, lounge, or tavern) on property zoned as Planned Development District 842 along Greenville Avenue. Late-hours establishments can affect nearby residents and neighborhoods through noise, traffic, and parking demands. The matter is under review by the City Plan Commission and City Council.

Mar 5: Carried: 13 to 0

Late-Hours Restaurant Specific Use Permit at Greenville Avenue (Z-25-000187)

A Specific Use Permit amendment would allow a late-hours restaurant without drive-in or drive-through service on property in Planned Development District 842 near Greenville Avenue and Oram Street. This use would bring dining services to the area during extended hours, potentially affecting neighborhood traffic and activity patterns.

Tavern Specific Use Permit at N. Crowdus and Elm (Z-25-000234)

A Specific Use Permit is proposed to allow a bar, lounge, or tavern at the northwest corner of N. Crowdus Street and Elm Street. The site is located in the Deep Ellum/Near East Side District, and the City Plan Commission and City Council will review whether the use is appropriate for the area.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

Street Frontage Relief at Park and Corinth (Z-26-000001)

An applicant seeks relief from standard street frontage requirements on property at the northwest corner of Park Avenue and Corinth Street, located in the Cedars Area Special Purpose District. This variance would allow the development to proceed with its site plan despite not meeting the typical setback standards. The City Plan Commission is reviewing the request.

Townhouse District at Ferguson Road (Z-25-000164)

An application seeks to rezone property on Ferguson Road to allow TH-3(A) Townhouse District development with deed restrictions, while preserving the existing Specific Use Permit for a private school, kindergarten, and day nursery. The zoning change would enable townhouse development on the site while maintaining the educational facility currently operating there.

Mar 26: Carried: 13 to 0

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.

Mar 5: 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

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

A property on the south side of Compton Street, west of Glidden Street, is proposed for rezoning from Light Industrial to Townhouse District, which would allow medium-density residential townhouse development on the site. The rezoning would convert industrial-zoned land into residential housing in the area.

Mar 5: Carried: 14 to 0

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.

Sewdat Persaud Commercial Service District at Bonnie View Road (Z-25-000045)

Sewdat Persaud is seeking to rezone a property south of East Overton Road from Community Retail District to Commercial Service District, which would allow commercial services uses on the site. The change would affect an area between Bonnie View Road and East Illinois Avenue within the commercial corridor. The City Plan Commission is reviewing the application.

Specific Use Permit for Vehicle Display at CF Hawn Frwy Frontage Road (Z-25-000207)

A Specific Use Permit is being sought to allow vehicle display, sales, and service operations on a property at CF Hawn Frontage Road near Ellenwood Street. The facility would operate within Planned Development District 535, which regulates what commercial activities are permitted on the site. The City Plan Commission is reviewing the application.

Mar 26: Carried: 14 to 0

Vehicle Sales Facility Specific Use Permit at Buckner Boulevard (Z-25-000163)

A Specific Use Permit application sought to allow vehicle display, sales, and service operations on property within the Buckner Boulevard Special Purpose District. The proposal required approval from both the City Plan Commission and City Council because it involved zoning modifications. The City Council denied the proposal with prejudice on April 8, 2026.

Estelar Mixed-Use Zoning at East Side Avenue (Z-26-000009)

Estelar, LLC seeks to rezone a property at East Side Avenue from Commercial Service to Mixed-Use, allowing residential and commercial development on the site. This change would bring housing and retail or office uses to what is currently zoned for commercial purposes only.

Mar 26: Carried: 13 to 0

South Dallas Mixed Use Rezoning (Z-25-000073)

A zoning application seeks to rezone a property in the South Dallas/Fair Park area to allow Mixed Use (MU-3) District development with consideration for a Form-Based Code (FWMU-5) subdistrict. This would permit mixed-use development on land within the Planned Development District No. 595, subject to the area's shopfront overlay requirements.

Mar 25: Deferred

Zoning Ordinance Advisory Committee Authority (26-1099A)

The City Plan Commission is amending its rules of procedure to expand the zoning ordinance advisory committee's responsibilities. This change would strengthen the committee's role in the zoning review process citywide.

Mar 26: Carried: 12 to 0

Group Dwelling Specific Use Permit at Laura Lane (Z-26-000006)

A Specific Use Permit is proposed to allow a handicapped group dwelling unit on Laura Lane within the R-7.5(A) Single Family District. This specialized housing facility would serve multiple residents with accessibility needs in an area currently zoned for single-family homes, requiring City Plan Commission review of impacts to neighborhood character and land use compatibility.

Mar 26: Carried: 13 to 0

Dallas Wings Facility Development on City Park Land (26-884A)

The city approved an economic development grant agreement with Dallas Wings Development, LLC to construct a facility on city-owned parkland at 1200 North Cockrell Hill Road. The project involved up to $54 million in city funding plus a developer fee, representing a significant public investment in sports infrastructure and economic development. The proposal was approved as amended on March 25, 2026.

Mar 25: Approved As Amended

Housing Tax Credit Program Amendment (26-1163A)

The city is amending the Dallas Housing Resource Catalog to update Housing Tax Credit Program statements and policies involving the Dallas Housing Finance Corporation and Dallas Public Facility Corporation. This amendment affects how housing finance resources and tax credit opportunities are documented and managed. The update supports the city's efforts to streamline access to housing resources for residents and developers.

Dallas Housing Resource Catalog Amendment (26-984A)

The Dallas Housing Resource Catalog is being amended to update program statements and resources related to the Dallas Housing Finance Corporation, Dallas Public Facility Corporation, and Housing Tax Credit Program. This catalog update affects how residents and organizations access information about available housing programs and financing options in Dallas. The Housing and Homelessness Solutions Committee is overseeing the amendment.