Matters — October 2025

PD 166 Multifamily Amendment at La Prada Drive (Z-25-000054)

An amendment to Planned Development District 166 rezoned the southwestern portion to the Multifamily (MF-2(A)) District, enabling residential development on property between La Prada Drive and Shiloh Road, south of Blyth Drive. This change affected development potential in the area and the character of adjacent neighborhoods. The amendment was approved on November 12, 2025.

Oct 9: Carried: 10 to 0

Forest Overlay and Yard Regulations (DCA245-001)

The Dallas City Council amended the Development Code to introduce an application fee for neighborhood forest overlay designations and add Front and Corner Side Yard regulations. These changes were designed to protect trees in residential areas while clarifying setback requirements for new construction or modifications. The amendment was approved in October 2025.

Oct 22: Approved

Vehicle Auction and Storage Permit at Sheila and Lakefield (Z-25-000064)

An amendment to Specific Use Permit 2047 was approved to authorize a vehicle auction and storage facility at the corner of Sheila Lane and Lakefield Boulevard in an industrial zone. The permit amendment was approved on October 22, 2025.

Oct 22: Approved

PDD 512 Amendment at East Stark and Seagoville (Z-25-000161)

An amendment to Planned Development District No. 512 was proposed for the west corner of East Stark Road and Seagoville Road to accommodate changes to the existing zoning district. The proposal required a development plan and traffic management plan as conditions for moving forward. The amendment was approved as amended on January 14, 2026.

Oct 23: Carried: 14 to 0

Regional Retail District at Hillcrest and LBJ (Z-25-000085)

A property at the southeast corner of Hillcrest Road and LBJ Freeway was proposed to be rezoned from Neighborhood Office District to Regional Retail District. The application included deed restrictions volunteered by the applicant to address potential concerns from nearby residents and the city. The rezoning was approved as amended on December 10, 2025.

Oct 22: Deleted

The Crossing at Clear Creek PDD Amendment at North Walton Walker Boulevard (Z-25-000111)

The Crossing at Clear Creek sought an amendment to Planned Development District 1113 on North Walton Walker Boulevard. The amendment was reviewed by both the City Plan Commission and City Council before receiving approval on November 12, 2025.

Oct 9: Carried: 10 to 0

Specific Use Permit Amendment for Bar and Dance Hall (Z-25-000020)

The city approved an amendment to a Specific Use Permit to authorize an alcoholic beverage establishment (bar, lounge, or tavern) combined with an indoor dance hall on property zoned FWMU-3. The proposal underwent review by the City Plan Commission and City Council.

Oct 9: Carried: 10 to 0

Public School Specific Use Permit at East Ledbetter Drive (Z-25-000003)

A public school sought a Specific Use Permit to operate at property bounded by East Ledbetter Drive and Veterans Drive, located in a single-family residential zone. The permit required special zoning approval because schools are not typically permitted to operate in residential districts without additional authorization. The proposal was approved as amended on February 25, 2026.

Oct 23: 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.

Oct 22: Approved

Late-Hours Bar Permit at Greenville and Ross (Z-25-000128)

A Specific Use Permit amendment was approved to allow a late-hours bar, lounge, or tavern on property at the west line of Greenville Avenue, near Ross Avenue. The property is zoned as a Planned Development District, which required approval for such alcohol-serving uses. The permit amendment was approved on December 10, 2025.

Oct 23: Carried: 14 to 0

MU-3 Mixed Use District at Martin Luther King Jr. (Z245-200)

An application proposed rezoning a corner site on Martin Luther King Jr. within the South Dallas/Fair Park Special Purpose District as a MU-3 Mixed Use District, with consideration of alternative Form subdistrict options. The proposal was under review by the City Plan Commission but stalled without a final decision.

Oct 9: Carried: 10 to 0

Concrete and Asphalt Crushing Specific Use Permit (Z234-337)

A proposal to renew and amend Specific Use Permit No. 2078 sought to allow concrete and asphalt crushing and batching operations on an industrially zoned property. The matter proceeded through a public hearing and City Council review. The City Council denied the application without prejudice.

Oct 22: Deleted

FIFA World Cup Truck Staging Lease at South Lamar (25-2849A)

The city authorized an eight-month lease with CCH Lamar Partners I, LP for approximately 114,000 square feet at 840 and 944 South Lamar Street to serve as truck staging and marshalling space for the FIFA World Cup, as well as for broadcasting and city staff operations. This facility provided essential logistics infrastructure for hosting the international soccer tournament. The city council approved the lease agreement.

Oct 22: Approved As An Individual Item

Street Resurfacing Contract Increase for FIFA World Cup (25-2610A)

The city authorized an increase to its street resurfacing contract with Estrada Concrete Company to fund additional street maintenance and construction work needed to prepare streets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and advance roadway pavement treatments scheduled for fiscal year 2026. This work was important to ensure the city's streets and infrastructure were in good condition for the major international event while also advancing the city's regular roadway maintenance plans. The City Council approved this contract increase on October 22, 2025.

Oct 22: Approved

Pearl Street and Flora Street Intersection Improvements (25-2807A)

The city and the Dallas Arts District Foundation established a memorandum of understanding for the Foundation to contribute advance funding toward construction improvements at the Pearl Street and Flora Street intersection. The project required a formal partnership agreement and construction services contract between the city and the Foundation to coordinate the work. The city council approved the memorandum of understanding on October 22, 2025.

Oct 22: Approved

Pearl and Flora Streets Intersection Improvements (25-3026A)

A partnership was proposed between the City of Dallas and the Dallas Arts District Foundation to provide advance funding for construction improvements at the Pearl and Flora Streets intersection. The project sought to fund infrastructure work at this location in downtown Dallas. The proposal stalled without final approval.

Christian Chernock Townhouse District at North Boulevard Terrace (25-2872A)

Christian Chernock's application sought to rezone a single-family property near North Boulevard Terrace and Plymouth Road to allow a townhouse district. The change would have enabled denser residential development compared to the existing single-family zoning, affecting the neighborhood's character and housing options. The City Plan Commission did not reach a final decision, and the matter stalled without approval.

Oct 9: Carried: 10 to 0

Administrative Law Judge Appointments Update (25-2822A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission reviewed an update to the city's Administrative Law Judge appointments. The matter was under review but went inactive without reaching a final decision.

FY2026 Municipal Judge Timeline (25-2823A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission discussed the timeline and procedures for FY2026 municipal judge selections. The process is critical to ensuring qualified judicial leadership for the city. The matter was under review following hearings before the commission but stalled without final resolution.

Alcoholic Beverage Permit at East Ledbetter Drive (Z-25-000061)

An amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 2316 sought to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at a property on East Ledbetter Drive zoned for regional retail. Such amendments are significant because they determine where and how alcohol can be sold in the city. The City Council denied the amendment with prejudice.

Oct 8: Denied With Prejudice By Councilmembr Johnson

Housing Resource Catalog and Tax Credit Program Amendment (25-2972A)

A proposed amendment sought to update the Dallas Housing Resource Catalog and Housing Tax Credit Program framework for the city's housing finance corporations. The changes aimed to improve how municipal housing programs allocate resources and tax credits. The matter was reviewed by the Housing and Homelessness Solutions Committee but stalled without reaching a final decision.

Easement Abandonment Near Jefferson Intersection (25-2850A)

The city abandoned a portion of a permanent easement affecting approximately 8,246 square feet of land near the Jefferson intersection, clearing the way for Loma DFW Landowner (a Dallas Public Facility Corporation subsidiary) to use the property exclusively. Removing the easement restriction freed the land from prior claims by the city. The proposal was approved.

Oct 22: Approved