Matters — May 2025
41 matters with activity · 23 new in this period · 30 resolved
South Dallas F-Residential Transition District (Z245-103)
A zoning application sought to change a property in the South Dallas/Fair Park area from single-family residential zoning to an F-Residential Transition Subdistrict, which would allow different types of residential development on the site. The rezoning required approval from both the City Plan Commission and City Council to move forward. The proposal was approved by City Council on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Approved
Specific Use Permit Renewal for Wood Processing (Z056-308)
An application sought to renew a Specific Use Permit for wood or lumber processing operations on industrial-zoned property. The renewal was considered by the City Plan Commission and City Council over two separate votes. The proposal was denied without prejudice on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Denied Without Prejudice
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.
May 22: Carried: 13 to 0
Alcohol Sales Permit at North Masters Drive and Tokowa Drive (Z245-115)
Applicant Pervez Plasticwala sought a Specific Use Permit to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at a general merchandise or food store of less than 3,500 square feet on the southeast corner of North Masters Drive and Tokowa Drive in Council District 5. City staff and the City Plan Commission recommended approval for a two-year period, subject to a site plan and conditions. The request was approved on June 11, 2025.
May 8: Carried: 13 to 0
Reyes Gamino Commercial Service Rezoning at Data Drive (Z234-297)
Applicant Reyes Gamino sought to rezone property at the southwest corner of Data Drive and Executive Drive, north of East Northwest Highway, from a Multiple Commercial District to a Commercial Service District, along with deed restrictions volunteered by the applicant to limit how the site could be used. The City Plan Commission recommended approval subject to those deed restrictions, and the City Council approved the zoning change and accepted the deed restrictions on June 25, 2025.
May 22: Carried: 13 to 0
Industrial Concrete Crushing at Luna Road (Z234-288)
An application proposed to allow concrete and asphalt crushing operations on a property zoned for industrial manufacturing, with a Specific Use Permit requested for this use on Luna Road. The City Plan Commission reviewed the request across two hearings but the matter stalled without reaching a final decision. The use was flagged as potentially incompatible with the existing zoning district designation.
May 8: Carried: 14 to 0
MetalX Metal Salvage Facility on Singleton Boulevard (Z245-159)
Neal Rifkin of MetalX applied for a Specific Use Permit to operate a metal salvage facility on industrially zoned land on the north side of Singleton Boulevard between Pluto Street and Norwich Street in Council District 6. City staff recommended approval for a five-year period subject to a site plan and conditions, while the City Plan Commission recommended a three-year period with a site plan and conditions. The permit was approved by the City Council on June 11, 2025.
May 8: Carried: 13 to 0
Homeless Initiatives Quarterly Report (25-1853A)
A quarterly report on homeless initiatives in Dallas was submitted for review, covering programs and strategies led by the Office of Homeless Solutions and Housing Forward. The report detailed the city's ongoing response to homelessness through prevention and housing initiatives. The matter remained inactive following committee consideration without reaching a resolution.
Multifamily Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds (25-1619A)
The City of Dallas sought to authorize the issuance of mortgage revenue bonds to fund multifamily residential housing development. The bonds would have provided financing for affordable housing projects across the city's corridor areas. The City Council held a hearing but the matter subsequently stalled without final council approval.
May 28: Aprpoved
Multifamily Mortgage Revenue Bonds (25-1622A)
The City Council authorized the issuance of multifamily residential mortgage revenue bonds to finance affordable housing development. These bonds allow the city to support private developers in building and preserving homes for lower-income residents at favorable interest rates. The authorization was approved on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Approved
South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan (25-1685A)
The city is developing an area plan for the South Dallas corridor around Fair Park, bounded by Haskell Avenue to the north and Botham Jean Boulevard to the south. This plan will guide future zoning and development in the Fair Park area, affecting both land use and how the district grows.
May 28: Deferred
Memorial Arena Design Services Supplement (25-1699A)
The city authorized a supplemental agreement with Gensler, an architectural firm, to provide additional design services for the Dallas Memorial Arena Practice Facility. The expanded services were needed to complete the facility's architectural and engineering design work. City council approved the supplemental agreement on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Approved As An Individual Item
State Infrastructure Bank Loan Agreement (25-1694A)
The city sought a $90 million loan through the State Infrastructure Bank with the Texas Department of Transportation to support infrastructure development. The loan would help fund major city projects and public improvements. The city council approved the loan agreement on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Approved As An Individual Item
Convention Center and Auditorium Construction Manager (25-1695A)
The city authorized Beck Azteca, a joint venture, as the construction manager at risk for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Dallas Memorial Auditorium renovation and reconstruction project. This major infrastructure initiative required professional pre-construction and construction services to oversee the complex modernization of both facilities. The proposal was approved as an individual item on May 28, 2025.
May 28: Approved As An Individual Item
Criado & Associates Engineering Services Supplement (25-1378A)
The city authorized a supplemental agreement to expand the professional engineering services contract with Criado & Associates, LLC, increasing the total contract value by approximately $1 million. The supplement covered additional engineering, survey, and subsurface utilities engineering work for a site-specific project. The contract modification was approved.
May 14: Approved
South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan (25-1587A)
A proposal sought to adopt the South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan, establishing zoning and development standards for the area bounded by Haskell Avenue to the north, Botham Jean Boulevard to the south, and two major rail corridors to the east and west. The plan was intended to guide redevelopment and preserve community character in South Dallas. The City Plan Commission reviewed the matter, which remained under review without final action.
May 8: Carried: 14 to 0
Women's Museum Restoration Work Order (25-1701A)
A work order was proposed to authorize construction services at The Women's Museum (3800 Parry Ave) with contractor Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, Ltd. The project was intended to complete restoration work at the city's cultural venue. The matter was heard by City Council but has remained inactive without a final decision.
May 28: Deleted
Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification Engineering (25-1515A)
The city selected engineering firm Gresham Smith to provide professional services for Phase I of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project, which supports planned demolition of a portion of the viaduct. This contract was part of broader infrastructure work on Jefferson Boulevard to modify and realign the existing structure. The contract was approved as an individual item.
May 28: Approved As An Individual Item
Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Engineering Services (25-1808A)
A proposed professional engineering services contract with Gresham Smith, selected as the most highly qualified of two proposers, would have covered Phase I design work for the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project. The work was intended to support demolition of a portion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas and demolition of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct/South Market Street bridge, at a cost not to exceed $3,356,179.88 financed through the Convention Center Construction Fund. The item was under review by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee before activity stopped.
Convention Center Master Plan Component Update (25-1654A)
A master plan update for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center was brought before the City for a briefing. The project sought to refine components of the convention center's long-term development strategy. The proposal was not advanced to a final vote and remains inactive.
May 21: Briefed
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