Philip Kingston

Kingstons Granted Variances For Velasco Ave. Home Inside Conservation District They Helped Form 

By April Towery / December 21, 2023 /

Former Dallas City Councilman Philip Kingston and his wife, City Plan Commissioner Melissa Kingston, were granted two variances and denied one last week as they moved forward with plans to remodel a home on Velasco Avenue. The action of filing variances with the Board of Adjustment drew the ire of a few neighbors who believe…

Protect, Serve, And Get A Good Night’s Sleep In Lower Greenville Rental Of The Week

By April Towery / September 15, 2019 /

Need a crash pad in Lower Greenville with easy access to DART and a great rental rate? Look no further than 2508 Delmar Ave., Dallas. Bonus points if you’re a teacher, firefighter or police officer. “We offer discounts to public servants because they often can’t afford to live in the cities they serve,” said Melissa…

After Arduous Election Season, Johnson Emerges as Victor in Mayor’s Race

By Bethany Erickson / June 9, 2019 /

It was contentious, a lot. In fact, at one point almost anyone remotely affiliated with a Scott Griggs supporter was blocked by mayoral candidate Eric Johnson on social media. But in the end, he not only unblocked everyone, according to his campaign, but he also won a fairly combative race to become Dallas’ next mayor.…

Is Lincoln Property Betting Blewitt Won’t Blow It On Katy Trail Project Resurrection?

By Jon Anderson / June 3, 2019 /

Who stands to benefit if District 14’s Philip Kingston is ousted? I used the above graphic when reporting Lincoln Property’s Katy Trail project failed to pass Dallas City Council in January (after failing City Plan Commission). It was a portend that I thought the arrogance shown by the developer throughout the process hadn’t ended. I’d…

Know Your Candidates, District 14: Kingston, Blewett Answer Questionnaire

By Bethany Erickson / May 20, 2019 /

Whether it’s city or school board candidates, politics play a big part in the health of Dallas — and therefore the health of the real estate market. After the May 4 election, there were six races (five city and one Dallas ISD school board race) where none of the candidates reached the 50 percent threshold…