The Village in Colleyville, a mixed-use commercial and residential development, has seen an influx of businesses opening in 2025.
The Village had lower occupancy rates than other commercial centers in the city, prompting city officials to action, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Scotty Richardson said.
The occupancy rate for retail and restaurants in The Village jumped from 63% in January 2025 to 88.3% in January 2026, said Chelsea Rose, Colleyville’s economic development director.
“The foundation is there—beautiful public spaces, residential living and commercial opportunity all in one walkable environment,” council member Mark Alphonso said. “What will take it to the next level is continued growth in restaurants and retail, and we’re already starting to see that momentum build.”
The impact
One way city officials are aiding businesses in The Village is through a modified version of the Business Enhancements to Support Transformation grant, which allows startup businesses to make interior improvements and receive a reimbursement grant from the city.
Modern Grace and Co., a home-decor shop in The Village, received a grant of $25,000 in February from the city to help with interior improvements.
“Opening a brick-and-mortar comes with a lot of upfront investment, and having the city partner with us in that way made a real difference,” said Erin Letz, a co-owner of Modern Grace and Co.
Moving the Business Center and the Colleyville Chamber of Commerce headquarters from the main thoroughfare of Colleyville Boulevard to The Village has also helped support retail and restaurants in this area with additional foot traffic, Alphonso said.
Colleyville Chamber President Hannah Mack said she will often send groups to Temple Coffee & Eatery when a room is booked for other meetings.
“Being in The Village positions the chamber right in the heart of the community—near City Hall, the library and other businesses—which creates natural synergy,” Alphonso said. “It’s also brought consistent daytime activity to the area.”
The Village business openings since January 2025:
No closures occurred in The Village during this time period.
Créme Salon
The beauty salon offers haircuts, hair coloring, extensions and treatments.
Opened in February 202516 Village Lane, Ste. 180, ColleyvilleInstagram: Créme SalonColleyville Business Center/chamber headquarters
The Colleyville Business Center relocated to The Village and subleased a part of the new space to the Colleyville Chamber of Commerce. The city and the chamber work together to support business needs.
Regus Coworking
Regus Coworking offers coworking or private office spaces. Clients can rent spaces hourly or by the day. Additionally, businesses can rent out spaces for two to 24 months.
Birdie Bridal
Birdie Bridal offers curated wedding dresses for brides-to-be.
Colleyville Florist
The shop moved from Hurst to Colleyville and sells floral arrangements.
Modern Grace and Co.
Modern Grace and Co. sells European-inspired pieces, including furniture, handwoven rugs, handbags, art and accessories.
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The background
The Village used to have two or three restaurants and an ice cream shop, said Paul Blight, partner at Glacier Commercial Realty, a commercial real estate company that helps business owners find spaces or landlords find tenants, including in The Village. Now it consists of two restaurants: Temple Coffee and Chick-fil-A.
The Village struggled during the construction of SH 26, when access to the area was difficult, Blight said.
“It wasn’t until probably three years ago that [it got] back to normal,” he said. “When SH 26 was under construction, it was a nightmare.”
Then businesses were hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, mostly impacting office spaces, which made up a big portion of The Village’s occupancy rate, Mayor Bobby Lindamood said. Office spaces have been slower to recover.
The Village is now “going in the right direction,” Blight said. The city’s grant initiatives, events and accessible parking will positively impact businesses, he added.
Major milestones in The Village
1999: development received council approval2003: City Hall and Library opened2015-2020: SH 26 was in reconstruction2019: Plaza Park opened2020: COVID-19 pandemic started2026: Heroes Park to openA closer look
One challenge for businesses in The Village comes from lack of convenient access because it is located away from SH 121, Blight said. This can affect the foot traffic businesses see.
“[The Village] has got to be a destination,” Blight said.
More restaurants or an ice cream shop would help bring in people, he said.
“As we get a few more destination tenants here, it’ll make it more attractive for other businesses to want to come,” said Stacey Yearian, vice president at Glacier Commercial Realty.
Another challenge is the parking, Letz said.
“For [The Village] to feel like that walkable, charming destination we all picture, it has to be easier for customers to park,” she said.
Rose created a parking map to help customers find parking, she said at the Jan. 29 monthly economic development forum.
Additionally, once construction is completed this summer on Heroes Park, a $6 million park project adjacent to City Hall dedicated to honoring veterans and hosting city events, more parking will become accessible to visitors with the addition of a new road from Terra Cotta Way to City Hall, she said.
Looking ahead
In addition to more parking access, Heroes Park’s opening in June will also allow space for more city events, Alphonso said.
“When done well, [events bring] more consistent foot traffic, introduces new visitors to The Village, and directly benefits our restaurants, retailers and local businesses,” he said.
The grants and additional parking could boost visitors to The Village.
“These incentives [will] get The Village to be a destination and a place that people want to go,” Blight said.
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