Regions Southwest
Texas Officials Green-Light Viridian Mixed-Use Development
May 21, 2008
Source: Dallas Business Journal

A major mixed-use project slated for south of the Dallas-Fort Worth airport has been given the green light by the Arlington City Council. Huffines Communities plans to build Viridian, a 2,000-acre development, on what is considered one of the country's largest infill areas.

According to the Dallas Business Journal, Viridian will consist of a residential community with 500,000 square feet of office, 200,000 square feet of retail, and an estimated completion value of $1.5 billion. Renowned town planner Peter Calthorpe will lead the project's design.

 
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