A development that includes over 100,000 square feet of office and flex space is coming soon to Allen.

Real estate development firm Gillett Commercial purchased 6.64 acres of land located along US 75 from the Allen Economic Development Corp. for a 109,000-square-foot project named Allen Place, according to a June 8 news release.

The specifics: The project is expected to break ground this year and construction is expected to be completed in fall 2027, the release states. Allen Place will be located along US 75, between McDermott Drive and Bethany Drive. The office and flex space will be available for sale and for lease, per the release.

Exotic Snack Guys opened an Allen location in early June, a company representative said.

The details: The business offers snacks from around the world, including chips, candy, cookies and drinks, per its website.

• 820 W. Stacy Road, Ste. 610, Allen

New gyms and multifamily housing are coming to Dallas-Fort Worth, according to documents filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

1. Twin Creeks Active Adult: A new multifamily development in Allen called Twin Creeks Active Adult from developer CB Jeni Homes is scheduled to start construction in mid-July, TDLR documents state. The development will cover about 6.5 acres and have three stories.

2. EOS Fitness: A new EOS Fitness location is coming to Plano, TDLR documents state. EOS Fitness offers cardio and strength training equipment and gym memberships The company also offers cycle, yoga and group fitness classes, the company website states.

3. Panda Express: A new north Denton Panda Express is scheduled to start construction in June 2027, according to TDLR documents. Panda Express offers quick service Chinese food. The company operates more than 2,600 locations globally, according to the company website.

In 2023, the Texas Legislature passed House Bill 2127, a sweeping regulatory measure designed to prevent cities and counties from adopting local ordinances that conflict with various sections of state law. Three years later, there is confusion about what local governments can and cannot do under the law.

The background: At the time, some legislators and other proponents of the bill said it would ensure consistency among Texas cities, citing ordinances passed by “liberal blue cities” that they said made it hard to run a business. Opponents of HB 2127, including some local leaders, said the law would prevent cities from addressing residents’ needs while undermining local worker safety provisions and nondiscrimination ordinances.

What's happening: During a June 4 hearing, the law’s critics said it has had a “chilling effect” on some local actions, while those who support the law expressed concerns that cities have not removed ordinances that are preempted by the state.

Ahead of the 2027 state legislative session, lawmakers are considering whether changes are needed to clarify or better enforce the law.