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City of Dallas issues work stop order on Henderson Avenue development

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A major mixed-use development that just broke ground on Henderson Avenue in Dallas is temporarily on hold.

UPDATE 10-28-2024: According to a spokesperson for the project, work has resumed.
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The project, announced on October 14, is a mammoth 161,000-square-foot mixed-use development combining retail, restaurants, and office space, planned for a sleepy stretch of grassy lots on Henderson Avenue between Glencoe Street and McMillan Avenue at the eastern end of Henderson Avenue.

The development is led by Acadia Realty Trust and Ignite-Rebees, a partnership between Tristan Simon, a Dallas restaurateur turned real estate developer; and Mark Masinter, chairman of Global Retail for Newmark, a New York real estate services firm. Both have long histories with Henderson Avenue.

Ground has been broken. Trucks are on site. Fences have been erected.

However, a bright orange STOP WORK ORDER sign has been posted at the site, dated October 21 and signed by a Dallas zoning inspector, stating that "The project and building permit is currently on hold. So, discontinue all construction-related work immediately."

A city representative was not available for comment. But the development team said in an email that it was only a temporary work stoppage.

"The city requested additional detail on approved permit drawings," their statement said. "Work will resume on Friday."

It's uncertain which part of the development required additional detail. It is surely a complicated project comprising 10 "architecturally distinct" buildings, lined with landscaped walkways, pocketed with multiple public spaces, as well as an underground parking lot with 500 subgrade parking spaces.

Any one of those many elements could require additional detail — especially and including an underground parking lot which would require consideration of the impact to the land and drainage issues.

The history of the site dates back to 2012, when Open Realty, Tristan Simon, and Los Angeles-based CIM Group acquired a portfolio of retail properties along Henderson Avenue as well as the new development site. The portfolio was acquired by Acadia Realty Trust in 2022; Acadia Realty Trust specializes in the acquisition, redevelopment, and management of open air retail properties.

Acadia Realty Trust and Ignite-Rebees also own and operate 120,000 square feet of existing retail and restaurant space along Henderson Avenue.

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Extraordinary modern ranch in Grapevine trots onto market for $7.2 million

Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

The Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine is on the market for $7.2 million.

A stunning, 10-acre North Texas property that's fit for a modern cowboy has just hit the market for $7.2 million: Called the Willow Wood Horse Farm, the equestrian paradise is located on West Kimball Avenue in Grapevine, about 30 miles northwest of downtown Dallas.

The ranch is a combination of elegant and thoughtful modern design paired with all of the practicality required of a fully functioning farm.

According to the listing, which is held by Burgher-Ray Ranch Group and managed by David Burgher and Harlan Ray, the ranch includes several fenced pastures, an enclosed and insulated shop storage building with concrete flooring, and a seven-stall horse barn.

A covered and irrigated riding arena is attached to the barn, every stall has its own turnout, and six of the stalls are 12 feet by 12 feet wide, and the seventh is designated as a foaling stall. An additional turnout for grazing is located adjacent to the barn, as well as a training pen.

Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine, ranch for sale The horse barn has seven stalls with individual turnouts.Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

But the focal point of the entire estate is the 4,353-square-foot, three-story primary residence that sits at the highest point of the gently sloped property. The home was custom-designed and completed in 2022, featuring an exterior made of metal cladding, concrete, durable ipe hardwood, and glass.

From the front door, guests will see views that lead through the home's living areas and into the 3,000-square-foot back deck, past the 80-foot-long saltwater swimming pool, and out toward the pastures.

The chef's kitchen is outfitted with luxurious Gaggenau appliances, such as a steam convection oven, a conventional convection oven, a coffee machine, stove, dishwasher, a separate paneled refrigerator and freezer, and a warming drawer. A half bathroom and full butler's pantry is located to the side of the kitchen, which is equipped with a prep space and a dishwasher.

Additional features of the home include:

Koi ponds located on either side of the main door that welcome guests to the home
An open concept living space that contains the living room, kitchen, and dining rooms
A primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom
Two additional bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
Soft opening/closing doors in all main bedrooms
Dynaudio speakers installed throughout the home
Geo-thermal heating/cooling system

A custom-built metal spiraling staircase connects all three levels of the home. The second floor includes a viewing area with floor-to-ceiling windows and access to the covered porch and rooftop deck. The lower level leads to an "acoustically balanced" underground home theater featuring eight-foot concert walls, Dynaudio speakers, an Ember Audio sound system, a 250-bottle wine cooler, and a powder bathroom. The listing notes that this area could be converted into a storm cellar.

Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine, ranch for sale The underground home theater has an impressive Ember Audio sound system with Dynaudio speakers.Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

A detached three-car garage is located next to the home, and has one EV charging station and two additional outlets for charging. Discreetly designed solar panels are hidden on top of the garage, which are capable of powering the entire residence.

The horse barn, irrigation system, and stock pond all run off of a water well located on the property, while the primary residence uses city water with a filtration system.

"Situated in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, just minutes from Lake Grapevine, Southlake, and an easy commute to DFW International Airport, this property affords someone the ability to have all the comforts of the city, while living just slightly removed from it all," the listing says.

Photo courtesy of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

The Willow Wood Horse Farm in Grapevine is on the market for $7.2 million.