DTX-RIC: Impact 10/10/2025

Construction on a downtown redevelopment project is set to start at the end of the year, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration.

What you need to know: Richardson City Council members approved the redevelopment project at their Feb. 10 meeting after several Richardson residents spoke both in favor and against the project. The 303,700-square-foot apartment complex will include 279 units and is located on Polk Street, near the intersection of S. Greenville Avenue and E. Main Street.

Zooming in: In order to build the apartment complex, numerous properties will be demolished and removed. Additionally, the complex will be four stories with a five-story parking garage, according to the filing. The project will also close McKinney Street from Polk Street to Kaufman Street, according to city documents.

One more thing: The complex is being developed by High Street Residential, which is a subsidiary of Trammel Crow Company.

As of Sept. 25, Plano ISD's enrollment was 1,657 less than the district's projected total.

The big picture: Enrollment increased from 43,905 on Sept. 5 to 44,017 in the most recent count, but total enrollment has still declined from last year, according to a presentation from PISD Deputy Superintendent Johnny Hill.

The discussion: PISD staff discussed potential solutions during the Oct. 7 board of trustees meeting, including increasing outreach initiatives to inform parents about existing district programs to boost student retention.

Rio Bravo Tex-Mex Cuisine is permanently closed.

The details: According to a social media post from the owners, the restaurant has been sold and the space will be “opening soon with a new concept.” Rio Bravo offered Tex-Mex classics, including quesadillas, fajitas and enchiladas.

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