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City staff, commissioners begin review of possible limits on downtown uses to protect pedestrian character

City of Dallas Planning Commission · April 9, 2026
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Summary

City staff briefed the Planning Commission on a council-backed discussion to consider restricting drive-throughs, automotive services, warehouse/freight uses, certain indoor recreation and possibly charter schools within the central business district to preserve downtowns pedestrian orientation and protect urban renewal tax increment.

City staff presented a council-initiated discussion about possible code changes to the central business district to discourage automobile-prioritized uses and preserve pedestrian-oriented commerce.

Tyler Ferrari of economic and community development told the commission the public administration committee asked staff to explore restrictions on drive-up and…

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