About 11 acres of the site will be incorporated into the park, the city said, while the rest will be part of the Open Spaces program.
FORT WORTH, Texas — The city of Fort Worth’s Parks & Recreation Department has bought a 16-acre parcel of land in East Fort Worth, which will act as an expansion to the Tandy Hills Natural area.
About 11 acres of the purchase, located along I-30 and Ben Avenue near downtown Fort Worth, will be incorporated into the park, the city said, for residents to explore and enjoy, while the rest will be part of the Open Spaces program.
“This transaction positions the site as a key addition to the city’s long-term conservation footprint,” said Younger Partners Senior Vice President David Hinson, who brokered the deal. “The acquisition comes as the city continues to balance rapid growth with the preservation of accessible outdoor spaces across east Fort Worth.”
Hinson said the property was originally planned to be used for a high-density residential development.
“However, after evaluating access and density constraints, it became clear the City of Fort Worth was best positioned to maximize the site’s unique topography and preserve it as an extension of the neighboring natural area for the community to experience,” Hinson said in a statement.
Tandy Hills, made up of Tandy Hills Park, Stratford Park, Tandy Hills Natural Area and Stratford Natural area, encompasses about 160 acres of contiguous parkland, and features rolling hills, valleys, streams and diverse native flora. The parks include amenities such as benches, a playground, drinking fountains and an extensive trail network.
“This acquisition reflects the City of Fort Worth’s commitment to balancing growth with the preservation of our natural assets,” Fort Worth Park & Recreation Department Director Dave Lewis said in a statement. “As our city continues to grow, protecting spaces like Tandy Hills ensures residents can connect with nature while preserving a rare piece of the Fort Worth Prairie.”