The Grand Prairie Planning and Zoning meeting held on September 9, 2025, focused on a significant proposal regarding a new internet-only auto dealership. The agenda item, labeled SUP25070023, detailed plans for a dealership covering approximately 7.71 acres, strategically located near existing convenience stores and restaurants to the east, with vacant land to the west and south.

The proposed facility will feature a showroom where customers can view and test drive vehicles. It will also provide customer education and assistance with online ordering. Notably, the dealership will not maintain an inventory of vehicles for direct purchase on-site; instead, it will facilitate online purchases with delivery services to the location. Delivery specialists will be available to meet customers, offering guidance on the features and technology of their new electric vehicles.

In addition to the showroom, the project includes a service center that will handle maintenance and repairs, such as tire changes and brake repairs. However, it will not offer auto body or collision repair services. The applicant anticipates that the dealership will create approximately 40 jobs.

The site plan presented indicates a single-story building of 51,000 square feet, with around 6,400 square feet designated for the showroom and approximately 44,787 square feet allocated for the service center. The proposal includes adequate parking for customers, employees, and service bays, with plans for future development on the remaining parcel.

The meeting concluded with discussions on the implications of this development for the community, emphasizing the potential for job creation and the introduction of electric vehicle services in the area. Further steps will be taken to assess the proposal and its alignment with local zoning regulations.