Several developments are underway in Dallas-Fort Worth, including a new 141-acre multifamily and industrial development in McKinney and a 215 mixed-use development in Plano. Other news includes business updates across the metroplex and Frisco ISD expanding its open enrollment program.
See details from these stories and more in this list of the top six most-read stories from Community Impact’s Dallas-Fort Worth coverage areas from Dec. 8-12.
1. Industrial, multifamily development planned along US 75 in McKinney
McKinney officials have agreed to terms for development of an industrial and multifamily development on 141 acres along US 75. The new zoning will enable development of up to 900 apartment units and a minimum of 25 acres of light industrial uses. The terms also include that residential uses will not be allowed within any area of the property that’s zoned for nonresidential purposes.
Read here from Reporter Colby Farr.
2. Frisco ISD expands open enrollment program to high school
Frisco ISD’s open enrollment program, Access Frisco, will soon begin accepting students entering high school. Access Frisco launched in the 2025-26 school year for kindergarten through seventh-grade students to attend campuses that are at or below 90% capacity. The open enrollment program is intended to balance class sizes and improve operational efficiency. Access Frisco is also expanding to the district’s paid pre-K program.
See more details from Reporter Hannah Johnson.
3. Plano council approves 215-acre Lavon Farms mixed-use development
The Lavon Farms development in east Plano is moving forward following final approval from city officials. The 215-acre Lavon Farms development is planned to include, 626 single-family residential units, 1,052 multifamily units and 37 acres of open space, including 10 acres of parks, a micro farm and ranch. High Street Residential, a residential subsidiary of Trammell Crow Company, is the developer overseeing the Lavon Farms project.
Read the rest of the story from Reporter Jacquelyn Burrer.
4. Burgers and books: Check out 16 businesses now open, coming soon in west McKinney
Several new businesses have opened recently in McKinney, including a new Hopdoddy Burger Bar, a South Indian restaurant and a new car and dog wash business. New businesses on the horizon for the city include a Bread Zeppelin, Chuy’s and an El Pollo Loco.
See details for these businesses and more from the McKinney editorial team.
5. A new Chuy’s, scratch-made bagels and baked goods: 6 Dallas-Fort Worth restaurant updates
Several new restaurants have opened recently or are coming soon in Community Impact’s Dallas-Fort Worth coverage areas, including a new Chuy’s location, a South Korean baked goods chain and new cafes.
Find out more from Reporter Hannah Johnson.
6. H-E-B could be coming soon to Plano, Carrollton border
A new H-E-B could be taking shape near west Plano. Carrollton Planning and Zoning commissioners unanimously approved a zoning change at a Dec. 4 meeting for the proposed H-E-B. The store is planned for the northeast corner of Josey Lane and Parker Road, near the border of Plano and Carrollton.