Alive with
opportunity

DDI is championing investment in Downtown Dallas by offering valuable guidance to developers, businesses, and tenants in order to drive economic growth. By supporting key projects and forging public-private partnerships, our goal is to add jobs, attract investment, and ensure a well-connected, thriving, and equitable Downtown for all.

Public Process Assistance

For Developers, Landowners & Ratepayers

  • Conceptual project planning and advising on strategy
  • Liaison services with City Council and City Departments on permit and regulatory challenges
  • Project narrative support
  • Public programs and incentives guidance

Private Process Assistance

For Members, Stakeholders, Member & PID Prospects

  • Data and market reports for retail, residential, or office projections
  • Narrative support
  • Meeting with potential investors/bankers
  • Identifying and attracting potential tenants with private pitches, marketing packages, and support letters

Tenant and Retail Business

For Tenant & Retail Businesses

  • Permitting guidance
  • Zoning research
  • Grants and public improvement assistance
  • Market data reports and projections
  • Owner introductions

Capital Improvements Matching Grants Program

DDI offers matching grants to support projects that improve the public realm, such as façade enhancements, landscaping, and lighting upgrades, thereby fostering a more attractive business environment. ​

Dallas
Incentives

Dallas offers a variety of state and local incentive programs for expanding and relocating businesses.