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Posted on: September 22, 2023

City's Comprehensive Plan to be updated

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SEPT. 12, 2023 - The City of Allen’s Comprehensive Plan will soon be updated to ensure it remains relevant to Allen’s growing population.  

Comprehensive plans help communities plan for the future by establishing long-term goals and predicting fut...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

Dallas Sidekicks return to Allen for 2023-2024 season

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SEPT. 12, 2023 - The Dallas Sidekicks indoor soccer team will play all home games at Credit Union of Texas Event Center for the 2023-2024 season after City Council approved a new one-year license agreement with the team. See the Dallas Sidekicks&...

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Posted on: July 11, 2023

Zoning changes to bring pickleball courts to Armor Brewing

Digital rendering of the exterior of Armor Brewing

JUNE 27, 2023 - The construction of Armor Brewing Company in Allen is moving along, now planned to include two outdoor pickleball courts.

Since this location is in a light industrial zoning district, this zoning change needed to be presented to Council – w...

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Posted on: April 17, 2023

Sloan Corners development eligible for receive tax reinvestment

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APRIL 11, 2023 - One of the largest vacant properties in Allen now qualifies for additional support as it transforms from hayfields to a regional employment hub.

Located on the southwest corner of US-75 and SH-121, Sloan Corners is expected to add more tha...

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Posted on: April 5, 2023

Public art installations coming to Stephen G. Terrell Community Park

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MARCH 14, 2023 - An artist has been chosen to create and install public art at the upcoming Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center and Community Park.

Sculptural artist Joshua Wiener will create a series of playful and imaginative sculptures inspired by his ...

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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Zoning changes allow for new office and warehouse buildings

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FEB. 28, 2023 - A new office and warehouse center will soon be built along Greenville Avenue thanks to newly approved zoning changes.

The center will include over 100,000 square feet of office and warehouse space and will be located at the southeast corner...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

Self-storage facility and office to be built at US 75 and Curtis Lane

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DEC. 13, 2022 - City Council approved a planned development on the northwest corner of US 75 and Curtis Lane that will include a three-story self-storage and office building.

The property owner, Montfort Capital, met with residents of the nearby neighborho...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

New commerce center coming to 121 corridor

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DEC. 13, 2022 - Councilmembers approved plans to construct two warehouse/distribution buildings at the corner of SH 121 and North Watters Road (immediately west of Life Time Fitness). Zoning for this portion of land was amended to allow for warehouse/dist...

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

New board formed to help guide Downtown Allen revitalization

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JAN. 10, 2023 - In addition to the new Downtown District zoning, City Council approved the formation of the Downtown Design Review Board. This new seven-member citizen board will hear, review, recommend and determine matters related to the Downtown Distri...

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Posted on: January 19, 2023

City Council takes next step in revitalizing Downtown by adjusting the area’s Land Development Code

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JAN. 10, 2023 - The area formerly known as the Central Business District has now been rezoned and renamed the Downtown District, after City Council approved several amendments to the Allen Land Development Code.

More than a simple name change, this new red...

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Posted on: October 31, 2022

Allen Heritage Village improvements

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OCT. 25, 2022 - Councilmembers approved contracts for construction improvements and a new pavilion at Allen Heritage Village.

Since the late 1990s, Allen Heritage Village has undergone multiple phases of development and renovation. The final phase of devel...

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Posted on: October 31, 2022

Allen Economic Development Corporation’s lifetime progress report

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OCT. 25, 2022 - An independent report of Allen Economic Development Corporation’s (EDC) lifetime progress was presented to councilmembers during the October 25 meeting.

This report was given by Insight Research Corporation, who regularly conducts this rese...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Pickleball, putt-putt, bowling and more headed to The Farm at Allen

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SEPT. 27, 2022 - Two big names in entertainment are coming to The Farm at Allen, a 135-acre mixed-used development being built at the intersection of State Highway 121 and Alma Drive.

High 5 is a family-friendly entertainment venue with a...

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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Zoning approved for new restaurant and microbrewery

Digital rendering of the exterior of Armor Brewing

JULY 12, 2022 - Something new is brewing for a familiar name in the Allen coffee scene. Councilmembers unanimously approved a zoning change to allow Armor Brewing Company to expand the taproom previously owned by Nine Band Brewing.

The $2.5 million renovat...

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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Downtown Steering Committee presents revitalization plan

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JULY 12, 2022 - The Downtown Steering Committee presented its final report to City Council during the July 12 meeting.

The Downtown Allen Revitalization Plan is the result of nearly a year of community input through workshops, events, surveys and meetings....

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Posted on: May 27, 2022

Mixed-use development approved at Chelsea Boulevard and Ridgeview Drive

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MAY 27, 2022 - Council approved a mixed-use development on approximately 84.3632 acres located at the northwest corner of Chelsea Boulevard and Ridgeview Drive. The overall property concept includes industrial use, office/restaurant/retail use and townhom...

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Posted on: May 13, 2022

New indoor playground design and installation approved for Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center

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MAY 13, 2022 - City Council authorized a $1,227,626 contract for the design, fabrication and installation of an indoor playground at Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center, currently under construction at 1680 W. Exchange Parkway.

The indoor playground creat...

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Posted on: April 13, 2022

Allen Gateway development is moving forward, with technical tweaks

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JAN. 13, 2022 - Katy Trail Ice House, Plush Suites and North American Properties are among the developers currently committed to the 75-acre Allen Gateway, a mixed-use development coming to the south side SH 121 at Exchange Parkway.

Allen City Council appr...

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Posted on: April 5, 2022

Zone amendment and permit approved for new winery, Vinum55

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FEB. 25, 2022 - Councilmembers unanimously approved a Zone Amendment and Specific Use Permit for a new Winery at 13 Prestige Circle, located in Allen Central Business District. 

Vinum55 is a premier members-only wine tasting and storage business b...

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Posted on: April 7, 2022

City of Allen and Allen Americans agree on new long-term lease

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FEB. 11, 2022 - Credit Union of Texas Event Center will continue to be the home of the Allen Americans Professional Hockey Club after Councilmembers unanimously approved a new five-year license agreement. The Allen Americans will play professional hockey ...

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Posted on: January 19, 2022

New playground coming to Greenville Heights Park

Digital rendering of new play structures to be installed at Greenville Heights Park

JAN. 11, 2022 - The 16-year-old playground equipment at Greenville Heights Park will soon get an upgrade. The $205,798 project will replace noticeably deteriorating equipment at the park located at 1310 Shelborn Drive. Three colorful play structures, comp...

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Posted on: November 12, 2021

Downtown Steering Committee reveals plans for feedback opportunities, community planning

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NOV. 12, 2021 - Allen’s Downtown Steering Committee, led by resident volunteers, gave its first-year update during the Nov. 9 City Council meeting. The group was formed in summer 2021 and recently completed Phase 1 of its work to develop a new vision for ...

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Posted on: June 4, 2021

Class A office space, entertainment venue planned for "The Farm"

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JUNE 1, 2021 - Allen-based developer JaRyCo started construction on The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed-use project at the southeast corner of Sam Rayburn Tollway (SH 121) and Alma Drive. Work will begin with the developer's $25 million infrastru...

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Posted on: June 4, 2021

Pillar Commercial acquires One Bethany East

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JUNE 1, 2021 - Pillar Commercial and Hall Capital have acquired One Bethany East, the first Class A office building located in the Watters Creek District.  The five-story 120,000 SF office building is home to anchor Credit Union of Texas, Boss Fi...

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Posted on: April 7, 2021

Construction begins on "The Farm in Allen"

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APRIL 7, 2021 - Allen-based developer JaRyCo has started construction on The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed use project at the southeast corner of Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive in Allen, Texas. Work will begin with the deve...

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Posted on: May 13, 2021

Allen Event Center plans upgrades, repairs

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MAY 13, 2021 - Money-saving upgrades, audiovisual improvements and cosmetic repairs will soon begin at Allen Event Center.

New AV upgrades coming to Allen Event CenterAllen Event Center will soon begin upgrading audiovisual equipment at t...

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