Charles Grand

Dallas City Hall Repairs Pegged at $1B — But Is That the Real Cost?

By Charles Grand / March 2, 2026 /

Around $1 billion to repair Dallas City Hall — that’s the figure staff have come up with with the help of consultants, but the estimate has come under fire from critics who want 1500 Marilla St. to remain the seat of municipal government. Today, the city council’s Economic Development Committee will meet at 1 p.m.…

Downtown Dallas, Inc. Endorses City Hall Relocation Ahead of Critical Vote

By Charles Grand / February 28, 2026 /

The stage is being set to move City Hall functions from 1500 Marilla St. and potentially offload the site, with a city council vote teed up next week on Wednesday. And now, the push for relocation has a new ally: Downtown Dallas, Inc. On Friday, DDI president and CEO Jennifer Scripps announced that the organization’s…

After Months of Speculation, Plano Enters Dallas Stars Arena Talks

By Charles Grand / February 27, 2026 /

After months of speculation linking The Shops at Willow Bend to a potential new arena, a Dallas City Council member says Plano has advanced a proposal to lure the Dallas Stars north. Council Member Chad West (District 1) said Plano’s pitch includes a Letter of Intent that has not yet been signed, as the NHL…

Why Class A Office Space Is Becoming an Employee Retention Tool

By Charles Grand / February 26, 2026 /

There’s a bit of a dual trend going on in the office market these days. The flight-to-quality is going strong, with firms seeking premium space and location to incentivize coming into the office. At the same time, some businesses are taking a more egalitarian approach to space design, at least when it comes to professional…

Finance Committee Recommends Exploring Dallas City Hall Relocation

By Charles Grand / February 24, 2026 /

The City Council’s Finance Committee voted unanimously Monday to recommend that the city begin exploring relocation options for City Hall functions currently housed at 1500 Marilla St. The property condition assessment and recommendation renewed speculation on social media that officials were laying the groundwork for redevelopment of the site, possibly to accommodate a new Dallas…