Matters — September 2025

Parking and Loading Code Amendment (DCA190-002)

The city amended Chapters 51 and 51A of the Dallas City Code to update off-street parking and loading requirements affecting residential zoning districts and other development standards. The changes refined how developers and property owners must provide parking and loading facilities for new construction and building modifications. The City Council approved the amended code on May 14, 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.

Sep 18: No action taken

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.

Sep 4: Carried: 13 to 0

Planned Development District at Bonnie View Road (Z234-286)

A new planned development district was proposed on property zoned for single-family residences and industrial research near Bonnie View Road, Southerland Avenue, and Arrow Road. The proposal would have allowed mixed-use development on the site in place of the existing zoning restrictions. The project was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved

Melinda Garcia Specific Use Permit at Mexicana Road (Z-25-000072)

Melinda Garcia applied for a Specific Use Permit to establish a child or adult care facility on Mexicana Road in a residential zoning district. Care facilities require special approval in single-family areas to ensure neighborhood compatibility and meet safety standards. The proposal was approved by the City Council on January 14, 2026.

Sep 18: Carried: 11 to 3

Late-Hours Establishment at Greenville Avenue (Z234-289)

A late-hours establishment was proposed for a Planned Development District property on Greenville Avenue, requiring approval for both zoning and a Specific Use Permit. The location and its potential use impact nearby residents and the corridor's character. The proposal was approved as amended.

Sep 10: Approved As Amended

Subdistrict 1G Amendment at Oak Lawn Avenue and North Stemmons Freeway (Z-25-000017)

A zoning amendment to expand Subdistrict 1G within Planned Development District 621 at the south corner of Oak Lawn Avenue and North Stemmons Freeway was proposed. The expansion modified zoning designations in the district, affecting the development potential of the affected property. The amendment was approved on November 12, 2025.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

Multifamily District at Forest Land and Stults Road (Z-25-000016)

A property at the southwest corner of Forest Land and Stults Road was rezoned to allow multifamily residential development, changing from single-family zoning. The rezoning increased the residential density permitted on the site. The multifamily zoning was approved in January 2026.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

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.

Sep 4: Carried: 13 to 0

Specific Use Permit Amendment at Algonquin Drive (Z-25-000006)

An amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 145 was approved to allow a government installation on Algonquin Drive, in an area zoned for single-family and community retail uses. Government facilities typically require special permits in single-family districts, making this amendment necessary to authorize the use. The proposal was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved

HC Carlisle Building Planned Development Amendment at Lemmon Avenue (Z245-126)

HC Carlisle Building, LLC applied for changes to an existing planned development on Lemmon Avenue between Carlisle Street and Cole Avenue. The City Plan Commission and City Council reviewed the amendment. The proposal was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved

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.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

Deed Restriction Termination at N. Masters Drive and Bruton Road (25-2469A)

An application proposed terminating deed restrictions and establishing a Neighborhood Service District on property zoned Community Retail District at the northwest corner of N. Masters Drive and Bruton Road. The change sought to remove development restrictions affecting the site's future use and neighborhood character. The City Plan Commission reviewed the proposal but the matter stalled without a final decision.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

MU-1 Mixed Use Zoning at LBJ Freeway (Z-25-000083)

The city is considering rezoning property along LBJ Freeway from Neighborhood Office District to Mixed Use District, which would allow commercial and residential development on the site. This corridor location near a major highway presents opportunities for mixed-use development while affecting how the area transitions from office to mixed uses. The City Plan Commission and City Council are reviewing the rezoning application and deed restrictions.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

Metrocare Services Multifamily Rezoning at Southgate Lane (Z245-190)

An application sought to rezone property on Southgate Lane from Community Retail to Multifamily District to enable Metrocare Services to develop multifamily housing. The property, located on the east line of Southgate Lane between Elam Road and Marvel Drive, was under review by the City Plan Commission. The matter became inactive before reaching a final vote.

Sep 4: Carried: 13 to 0

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.

Sep 24: Approved

Ani Paraphernalia Shop at N. Cockrell Hill Road and I-30 Frontage Road (Z-25-000081)

Ani applied for a Specific Use Permit to open a paraphernalia shop at the northeast corner of N. Cockrell Hill Road and I-30 Frontage Road on property zoned as Planned Development District 810. The proposal required approval from the City Plan Commission and City Council. The permit was approved as amended.

Sep 24: Approved As Amended

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.

Sep 4: Carried: 12 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.

Sep 24: Approved

Commercial Service District at Royal Lane (Z245-174)

The city considered an application to establish a Commercial Service District with deed restrictions on property zoned as Planned Development District No. 635 on the north side of Royal Lane. This zoning change required the applicant to accept deed restrictions as a condition of approval. The proposal was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved

Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Manager Agreement (25-2247A)

The City Council approved a supplemental services agreement with McKissack & McKissack, Inc. for additional project management and owner's representative services on Component Three of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas master plan. These additional services supported the ongoing implementation and renovation of the Convention Center facility. The agreement was approved as an individual item by the City Council.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Regional Retail District at Ferguson Road (25-2732A)

An application proposed to designate a property at the south corner of Ferguson Road and Little Pocket Road as a Regional Retail District and to remove existing deed restrictions from the site. City staff recommended denying the retail district designation while approving the removal of the deed restrictions. The matter became inactive before reaching a final vote.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 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.

Convention Center Construction Manager (25-2026A)

The city approved a supplemental agreement with Dikita Enterprises, Inc. to manage design and construction services for Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas expansion. This contract provided project oversight for a significant phase of the convention center's capital improvements. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Five-Year Financial Audit Contract (25-2607A)

The City authorized a five-year professional services contract to conduct independent audits of its financial operations and grant activities through fiscal year 2029. Regular independent audits ensure the City manages public funds responsibly and complies with financial regulations. The contract was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved As An Individual Item

Preston Hollow Village Development at North Central & Walnut Hill (25-2721A)

An application sought approval for a development and landscape plan for Preston Hollow Village Phase 3 at the northwest corner of North Central Expressway and Walnut Hill Lane, within Planned Development District No. 750. The proposal was under review by the City Plan Commission to determine compliance with zoning and design requirements for the district. The matter stalled without reaching a final vote.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Engineering Services (25-2666A)

The city approved a supplemental engineering services agreement with Gresham Smith for Phase I of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project, which includes demolition of a portion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. This contract provided additional professional engineering services needed to support the viaduct modification and related demolition work. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

DART Barrier-Free Ramp Improvements Amendment (25-2327A)

The City Council approved an amendment to fund barrier-free ramp improvements along Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) bus routes, increasing the contract with Estrada Concrete Company from approximately $33.9 million to $38.4 million. These improvements enhance accessibility for residents with disabilities and mobility challenges using public transportation. The amendment was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved