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Staff: Loch Rail node design, sewer work and 4550 acres of commercial zoning to enable development

Dallas Economic Development Commission · September 26, 2025
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City staff reported phase 1 of the Loch/Lock Rail project is nearly complete, phase 2 will begin design with construction expected in summer 2026, and the plan will create roughly 4550 acres of commercial zoning; staff also summarized developer proposals, business visit metrics and a pending Rite Aid property transaction.

City staff told the Dallas Economic Development Commission that phase 1 of the Loch (Lock) Rail node is largely complete (Allendale reopened) and that phase 2 will enter design work with construction targeted for summer 2026. Staff said completion of sewer infrastructure tied to the project will enable development on roughly 45 to 50 acres of commercially zoned land and mixed-use areas.

Staff said the city has received a cost table from the rail company detailing expenses to bring track into operable condition and recommended…

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