1007 Folsom Street, Dallas, Texas

Proposed High-Rise Development

Opposed by The West Dallas Neighborhood Coalition

 

1007 Folsom Street, Dallas, Texas


Currently an architecturally significant photography studio and event space, 1007 Folsom Street is a true asset to our community. However, it is the site of a proposed high-density, luxury residential development. 

Currently listed at $4,000,000 as a lot for redevelopment, 1007 Folsom Street is one of the most expensive parcels of land for sale in Dallas. Its development would dramatically inflate West Dallas real estate prices and reduce access to affordable housing. 

Agents for the property have proposed that it could be developed into a high-rise apartment building, which is prohibited by the current zoning regulations in PD 714. They also insinuate that zoning could be modified to better suit commercial developers . Simply put, they’re not thinking about the neighborhood. 

Real estate companies want to fit more people onto this lot than it can support, putting a burden on surrounding infrastructure and residents. This development of 1007 Folsom St Dallas Tx 75208 goes against the spirit of the zoning ordinance set in PD 714. It would set an awful precedent, leading to rapid growth in density and other undesirable changes to the neighborhood. Further, high-rise development would block unique downtown views from the single-family neighborhood, which is explicitly prohibited by zoning ordinances. 

At the West Dallas Neighborhood Coalition, we will take an ardent stand against any development or land use that does not respect the spirit of PD 714. It’s time for giant commercial developers to think about the community before they build.

1007 Folsom Street

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Public Remarks: Incredible opportunity to own in rapidly developing West Dallas. Two structures perched on half an acre, the commercial building (4,620 sqft) is currently owner occupied as a photography studio which is flanked by a 2,532 sqft single family residence. Currently zoned under PD 714 (subdistrict 2C). Continue to use as is, convert to preferred business or re-develop into residential housing (up to 80’ vertical). Site has visibility from Sylvan Ave. and Ft. Worth Ave with access from Fort Worth Ave.

What We Stand For

  • Access To Affordable Housing

  • Vibrant, Walkable Retail Corridors

  • Preservation of Historic Buildings and Landmarks

  • Community Guided Development

  • Initiatives to Support Schools and Education

Why We Oppose Development of 1007 Folsom Street, Dallas, Tx 75208

 

1007 Folsom Street is included in the special Dallas zoning district PD 714. In fact, this parcel has it’s on sub-district, which specifically outlines its use a photography studio. Further, PD 714 subdistrict 2 was established to be sensitive to adjacent neighborhoods.

The development of this property into medium rise residential is not supported by zoning regulations and is not sensitive to adjacent residential neighborhoods.