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LAKE HIGHLANDS LAKEWOOD EDITION

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HOME EDITION 2023

Zaap Kitchen comes to Lake Highlands

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Veteran brings fresh cuts to Lakewood barber shop

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White Rock Granola serving sustainable treats

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HOME EDITION 2023

New multimillion-dollar homes are being built next to smaller historic homes in the Lakewood area. (Cecilia Lenzen/Community Impact)

City balancing growth with aordability in neighborhoods In 2013, Ryan Boyd decided to buy a home in Lakewood because of its proximity to other areas of Dallas as well as its access to White Rock Lake and other out- door amenities. Since then, he has seen home prices steadily climb as more people move to the area. As the president of the Lake- wood Neighborhood Association, Boyd said the neighborhood’s character, history and sense of community make it a major draw. “A lot of people here are longtim- ers, so you really get to know your neighbors,” Boyd said. “You nd yourself looking out for each other.” Now, residents in Lakewood and Lake Highlands are seeing lots of newcomers. With the North Cen- tral Texas Council of Governments predicting the region will have a population of around 10.5 mil- lion by 2040, many of those new homebuyers are looking to northeast Dallas, as Boyd did. The northeastern part of Dallas, which includes Lake Highlands, Lakewood, Lochwood, Old East Dallas, Casa Linda, Casa View and Forest Hills, is the area homebuyers CONTINUED ON 15 BY CECILIA LENZEN

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FROM KEVIN: It’s been said that summer is the most popular time for people to move, so in this edition we take a deep look at how the Lake Highlands and Lakewood area’s population has grown and what that means for the local housing market (see Page 15). Also in this edition, readers can nd out more about the city of Dallas’ long-awaited regulations on short-term rentals (see Pages 13). In addition, we have the scoop on a local business serving up a variety of granola (see Page 9). Kevin Cummings, EDITOR

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Businesses that have recently opened or are coming soon, relocating or expanding

NOW OPEN 1 LDU Coee To Go opened its fth coee shop at 5323 Greenville Ave., Ste. 5, on June 11. Company management an- nounced the opening on Facebook, saying they are excited to open a cafe “in the coee desert that is Greenville [Avenue] and Lovers [Lane].” LDU Coee serves gr- ab-and-go coee drinks, freshly roasted coee beans, and snacks in a “fun, friend- ly and fast” environment, according to its website. The company also has locations in Old East Dallas, Casa Linda, Park Cities and Preston Hollow. 469-348-4832. www.lducoee.com 2 Zaap Kitchen Lao & Thai Street Eats opened its fth restaurant in Lake Highlands on June 15. Operations Man- ager Sounthavy Phomsopha previously expected to open the restaurant in mid-May but faced permitting delays with the city, he said. Located at 6770 Abrams Road, Ste. 110, the fast-casual restaurant serves Lao and Thai dishes, including curries, noodles, fried rice and stir fries. The company aims to put Laotian cuisine “on the foodie map,” ac- cording to its website. In addition to Lake Highlands, Zaap Kitchen has restaurants in Casa Linda, Lower Greenville, Old East Dallas and Fort Worth. 214-613-2375. www.zaapkitchen.com 3 Naminohana Sushi & Handroll Bar held a soft opening in the northeast Dal- las area on June 16. Owner Jake Yoon said the restaurant’s focus is its “high-scale” hand roll bar, as it doesn’t have tables. It also serves sashimi and sake. The restau- rant is located at 5521 Greenville Ave., Ste. 111, Dallas. 214-425-3974 4 Black Swan Yoga opened its third Dallas location in the Lakewood area June 24. The company teaches varying yoga styles and oers donation-based classes with no minimum donation required. In addition to Dallas, the company has studios in Austin, Houston, San Anto- nio and Denver. The Lakewood studio is located at 1920 Skillman St., Dallas. 214-233-6283. www.blackswanyoga.com COMING SOON 5 Black Sheep Coee , a U.K.-based coee chain, is planning to open its rst

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U.S. coee shop by the end of Septem- ber. The cafe is expected to open in Lake- wood at 6240 E. Mockingbird Lane. It was originally projected to open by the end of June, but a company spokesperson said a permitting request had to be resubmit- ted with the city of Dallas due to design changes. Black Sheep serves a variety of coee drinks, smoothies and shakes along with Norwegian wae snacks and packaged coee beans. The company has locations in the U.K., France and the Phil- ippines. www.leavetheherdbehind.com 6 Japanese dollar store Daiso is sched- uled to open in the Mockingbird Commons shopping center in Lakewood. The store will open at 6333 E. Mockingbird Lane, Ste. 141, according to the shopping cen- ter’s site plan and a ling with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The department ling states construction on the space will start in mid-July and nish by mid-September, but the company could not be reached to conrm the timeline. Daiso sells a variety of prod- ucts, including Asian snacks, home decor, kitchenware, beauty items, stationery, gift wrap, greeting cards, electronics accesso- ries and pet supplies. www.daisous.com RELOCATIONS 7 A nail spa in the Lakewood Village shopping center has relocated to a new space under a new name. Cloud 9 Nail Spa , formerly known as Nail Expertise, reopened under its new name in mid- April, salon sta said. The salon oers a range of services, including acrylic, gel or dip powder nails; manicures and ped- icures; waxing; and eyelash extensions. The new space is located at 6454 E. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. 214-821-3566

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8 American Girl is set to relocate its doll store at the Galleria Dallas shopping mall to a new space in The Shops at Park Lane in the Lake Highlands area. The new store, located at 8052 Park Lane, is expected to open in early 2024, American Girl spokesperson Susan Jevens said. The two-story, 15,400-square-foot space will feature a full-service restaurant and a salon for both dolls and children to enjoy hairstyling, manicures and ear piercings. 877-247-5223. www.americangirl.com 9 Fastsigns , a custom sign and graphics products company, relocated its Lower Greenville store to a new space in Lake- wood in late March. Fastsigns designs a variety of custom products, including banners and vehicle graphics, as well as signs for buildings, windows, walls, doors and oors, according to the company’s website. The new space is located at 4714 Greenville Ave., Dallas. 469-206-3488. www.fastsigns.com/east-dallas-tx CLOSINGS 10 Refugee Services of Texas closed its seven oces, including its Dallas service center in Lake Highlands, in May after it was unable to raise needed funds to continue operating as a nonprot. The organization was dedicated to resettling and providing services to refugees and other displaced persons, having resettled “innovative price format” that delivers “community-focused products” at low prices, according to the news release. “We are excited to build on our longstanding presence in the area and commitment to serve more customers in this dynamic and growing part of Texas,” H-E-B FEATURED IMPACT COMING SOON H-E-B is planning to open two new locations of its low-price store Joe V’s Smart Shop in Dallas, including one in the east Dallas area. The new locations will be the rst Joe V’s stores outside of the Houston area, where it was founded in 2010 and has nine locations. The east Dallas store is expected to open in spring 2025 at 5204 S. Buckner Blvd., according to a company news release. Joe V’s Smart Shop has an

Chief Operating Ocer Roxanne Orsak stated in the news release. “With each store we open, our goal is to provide the best shopping experience; oer fresh, top-quality products; and create jobs and career opportunities that help build a stronger community.” H-E-B opened in Frisco in September, and a groundbreaking was held for a second Frisco store in June. A store also opened in Plano in November. www.heb.com

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more than 26,000 refugees since 1978. The Dallas service center, which is the agency’s original center, services refugees from over 30 countries. The organization’s refugee clients were referred to other existing state or national refugee reset- tlement programs, according to a news release. The Dallas service center was located at 11880 Greenville Ave., Ste. 130, Dallas. www.rstx.org 11 Black Forest Coee , a locally owned coee shop, permanently closed in late May after 24 years in business. The cafe was located at 5801 E. Northwest Hwy., inside the Half Price Books agship store. It served drinks made with Oak Cli Coee, a local coee roaster. Henk’s European Deli and Black Forest Bakery, which has the same owners as Black For- est Coee, is open at 5811 Blackwell St., across the street from the cafe’s former space. www.blackforestcoeehaus.com 12 After relocating to the Timber Creek Crossing Center from its original location of nearly 50 years on Lemmon Avenue under new ownership at the end of No- vember, Great American Hero has closed. The local sandwich shop, located at 6216 Retail Road, closed its doors at the end of May. Known for its “Jersey-style” subs, Great American Hero served a variety of sandwich and salad options. www.greatamericanhero.com

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July & August events

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JULY 19 WATCH AN LGBTQ MOVIE A movie showing will be hosted as part of Pride@thePark, an arts and literature program centered on media created either by LGBTQ authors or featuring LGBTQ characters. The showing will feature the lm “Love, Simon,” and attendees can make crafts and enjoy snacks. 6-7 p.m. Free. Vickery Park Branch Library, 8333 Park Lane, Dallas. 214-671-2101. https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/ event/pridethevickerypark-2 22 HANG WITH HORSES Specially trained miniature therapy horses from Dallas-based equestrian organization Equest will be at a local library. Attendees can meet the horses and learn about the healing bond between humans and horses. 2-3 p.m. Free. Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas. 214-670-1376. https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/ event/equest-miniature-horses-3 29 LEARN ABOUT STEM The Dallas Park and Recreation Department will host “Hamilton Spark STEM in the Park.” The event is meant to spark imagination, fuel curiosity and inspire a lifelong love for science,

technology, engineering and math. Families can meet with vendors, create projects and enjoy hands-on experiences. The event also includes workshops in things like engineering, entrepreneurship and behavioral health. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center, 12225 Willowdell Drive, Dallas. 313-605-5765. www.dallasparks.org/calendar AUGUST 01 HAVE A MOVIE NIGHT The Lake Highlands Public Improvement District and Dallas Police Department will cohost an outdoor movie night featuring a family-friendly lm. The event will include free snacks, and guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or lawn chairs. A lm has not been announced. 5-7 p.m. Free. Lake Highlands North Recreation Center, 9940 White Rock Trail, Dallas. 214-850-4399. www.lhpid.org/event/lhpid-presents- movie-night-with-dpd-lhn-rec-center 12 CLEAN WHITE ROCK LAKE Nonprot organization For the Love of the Lake will host its monthly “Second Saturday Shoreline Spruce Up” to clean White Rock Lake. Volunteers will pick up trash and litter at designated areas of the lake.

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Red NOT Chili Peppers replicates the sounds of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. (Courtesy Red NOT Chili Peppers) FEATURED EVENT HEAR A ROCK TRIBUTE BAND Red NOT Chili Peppers, a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band, will perform live at the Granada Theater on July 21. The band has performed all over the country, but this will be its rst performance at the theater in Lower Greenville. Ages 16 and up. 8 p.m. $15-$25. Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave., Dallas 214-824-9933 www.prekindle.com/event/ 54342-red-not-chili-peppers-dallas

For the Love of the Lake will provide supplies to volunteers in a drive-thru manner at its oces. 8 a.m. Free. For the Love of the Lake, 1152 N. Buckner Blvd., Ste. 123, Dallas. 214-660-1100. www.whiterocklake.org/events Local vendors sell produce, meat and dairy products, artisan foods, and arts and crafts. 8 a.m.-noon. Free (admission). White Rock United Methodist Church, 1450 Old Gate Lane, Dallas. www.facebook.com/ goodlocalmarkets (Courtesy Good Local Markets) Good Local Markets hosts the White Rock Farmers Market every Saturday.

Find more or submit Lake Highlands and Lakewood events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.

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TRANSPORTATION UPDATES DART agreement gets Dallas $90M in transportation funding Thanks to a new agreement

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Originally, DART promised Dallas $111.1 million from the excess funds, according to a December memo from the city manager’s office. However, the agency lowered that amount to less than $30 million in February, saying the city was responsible for millions in project delays, including ones on DART’s Silver Line rail project. Since then, the North Central Texas Council of Governments helped mediate a deal that bumped Dallas’ allocation up to $90 million. What’s next: Dallas received the $50 million to address missing Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramps immediately after entering the agreement. But the rest of the fund- ing will come in increments, based on specific criteria, such as making progress on the Silver Line project.

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between Dallas Area Rapid Transit and the city of Dallas, the city has received millions in excess funding for key transportation infrastructure projects, such as Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramps at DART stations and sidewalk improvements. What happened: Dallas City Council voted to enter into the agreement with DART on June 14, ending a monthslong battle between the entities. The agreement allows the city to accept about $90 million in excess sales tax revenue from the transit agency. How we got here: Because of an influx of federal COVID-19 relief money, DART had $214.3 million in leftover sales tax revenue, which the agency decided to allocate to its 13 member cities.

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Skillman Street bridge construction Construction on the new arched bridge for Skillman Street over I-635 has commenced, with structural steel pieces getting put in place. Installation of the steel and other aesthetic touches are expected to be completed by the end of the year. Bridge deck construction will begin later this year and run into late 2024. Timeline: spring 2023-late 2024 Cost: $57.97 million Funding source: North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Transportation Council

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BUSINESS FEATURE

Set Lopez, owner of Virtus Barber & Co., received his barber license in 2017. ( Cecilia Lenzen/Community Impact)

A barber trims a client’s beard at Virtus Barber & Co. (Courtesy Set Lopez)

Virtus Barber & Co. Lakewood veteran nds inspiration, community through hair B efore opening his barbershop, Set Lopez tried his hand at a number of trades, from bartending to nursing school to six years in didn’t let the pandemic stop him from pursuing entrepreneurship. He said he felt inspired by his father, Fidel Lopez, who “worked so hard” to immigrate his family from BY CECILIA LENZEN

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the U.S. Marine Corps. Now the owner of 2-year-old barbershop Virtus Barber & Co. in Lakewood, Lopez said the idea of cutting hair had never crossed his mind until Hal- loween in 2013. While cutting out a costume for the holiday, his wife, Jennifer, who works as a hairstyl- ist, noticed his artistic potential and suggested that he try hairstyling. Lopez said he laughed the idea o at rst but decided to give haircutting rather than styling a try in 2015, and he quickly “fell in love with it.” He realized that cutting hair aligned with the same customer skills and interpersonal relationships he had come to value as a bartender. “The action of cutting hair is awesome. ... You develop such an intimate relationship with your clients,” Lopez said. “I have a lot of clients that have become super close friends and condantes.” Before opening his own shop, Lopez worked in a barbershop for a few years, then opened a salon suite in March 2020—which he was forced to close two weeks later due to COVID-19. But Lopez

Mexico to the U.S. Watching Fidel create a new life for his family motivated Lopez to also pursue business ownership. “In my moments of wondering ‘what am I going to do,’ I thought of my dad and knew I was going to pull through and it would be ne,” Lopez said. In April 2021, he opened Virtus Barber & Co. In a way, he “proved” himself to his dad, Lopez said. As far as the barbershop’s name, Lopez said he wanted something Roman that sounded nonsecular. Virtus, derived from the Latin word for man, carries connotations of manhood and valor. For Lopez, it boiled down to mean “being a good person.” While he’s open to branching out with up to three new shops in the future, Lopez is focused on what he’s curating beyond just fresh haircuts. In the shop, Lopez said he wants to create an atmosphere of “good morals and values” that would be a “cornerstone in the neighborhood.” “I wanted to provide quality service and a place for people to walk in and just want to hang out and have a beer or just say ‘hi,’” Lopez said.

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DINING FEATURE White Rock Granola Dallas business pairs snacks with sustainability A fter buying White Rock Gra- nola in 2020, Andrea Ridout saw the opportunity to do so Ridout bought her company. Under Latour’s ownership, White Rock Granola mainly sold goods at the Dallas Farmers Market and a small handful of retailers, Ridout said. BY CECILIA LENZEN

more than sell a crunchy treat to people living in northeast Dallas. She wanted to expand the brand’s impact nationally and environmentally. As a sustainability-focused person, Ridout said she tries to “do her part” in seeking out green solutions even as she’s looking to grow her business. “It’s the responsibility of every human being to do everything we can to clean up this planet,” Ridout said. White Rock Granola, which operates out of northeast Dallas but ships across the country, sells seven

“I said, ‘Look, I think we can take this and make it a national brand,’” Ridout said. “I thought within six months, we’d be national, but it’s taken a lot longer.” In addition to pandemic-related delays, Ridout said her brand’s rise to national fame moved slowly because of her commitment to lowering environmental impacts. One of her priorities has been shifting product packaging to biodegradable mate-

White Rock Granola produces its snacks using sustainable methods and packaging.

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GRANOLA GUIDE Owner Andrea Ridout said some of her granola avors, which start at $5 for a 4 ounce bag, pair perfectly with specic foods. Here are her recommendations for optimal avor. Chocolate Granola: Made with cocoa powder, almonds and agave nectar, this granola pairs with milk for a chocolate milk avor. C4 Explosion cranberries and a touch of cayenne pepper, this granola pairs well with vanilla yogurt to bring out the cayenne kick. Oh Snap! Granola: Including maple syrup, crunchy pumpkin seeds and seasonal spices, Oh Snap! is an add-in for baked goods like banana nut muns. Gorilla a Go Go Granola: Granola: Loaded with cinnamon, cashews,

avors of granola in retail stores across North Texas. The granola is made from “wholesome” ingre- dients like rolled oats, sweet maple syrup and vegan chocolate chips. Ridout said the granola is known for its aky texture in addition to its healthy ingredients.

rials. As of June, she started rolling out the new packaging at all her retailers. In the name of sus- tainability, Ridout said she uses biodegradable

“IT’S THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY HUMAN BEING TO DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO CLEAN UP THIS PLANET” ANDREA RIDOUT, OWNER

Andrea Ridout has owned White Rock Granola since 2020.

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parchment paper for baking her granola, and all her packing boxes are recycled. She also partners with a local waste management and composting company. When making deliveries, her employees mainly drive Toyota’s hybrid Priuses. Although Ridout’s plan to operate nationally is still in progress, White Rock Granola partners with about 100 retailers, including Central Market and local companies Jimmy’s Food Store. Now that she has been able to ride out the pandemic, she’s looking forward to expanding her reach.

Before buying White Rock Granola, Ridout co-founded Rooster Home & Hardware, a Lake Highlands hard- ware store that sells local products, which she sold in 2017. Ridout had already been familiar with White Rock Granola because she sold the company’s products at Rooster. Ridout said she met Renee Latour, White Rock Granola’s former owner, at the Dallas Farmers Market just before the pandemic temporarily shut it down. Latour wanted to retire,

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CITY & SCHOOLS

News from Dallas, Dallas County, Dallas ISD & Richardson ISD

Dallas City Council will meet Aug. 9 at 9 a.m. at 1500 Marilla St., Dallas. www.dallascityhall.com Dallas ISD board of trustees meets Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. at 5151 Samuell Blvd., Dallas. www.dallasisd.org. MEETINGS WE COVER HIGHLIGHTS DALLAS ISD The types of backpacks students can have is set to change for the upcoming school year. Dallas ISD will require all students to use clear backpacks during the 2023-24 school year, ocials announced May 31. The mandate comes as part of an ongoing eort to ensure safer schools, according to a news release. Last year, DISD required all students in sixth-12th grades to use clear backpacks as a response to mass shootings across the state. In addition to clear backpacks, mesh backpacks will also be acceptable, although clear ones are preferred. DISD students may also carry a small pouch in their clear backpacks for personal items, such as cellphones, money and hygiene items, according to the news release. DISD will provide each of its students a free clear backpack before the start of the school year.

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one-time use of the district’s fund balance, which is used when property tax collections and state funding don’t cover operating costs. Despite the shortfall, the budget includes increases for teacher compensation and incentives. What’s next: Trustees created a community budget steering com- mittee, which will assist in guiding decisions for FY 2024-25.

DALLAS Starting July 3, reports of nonemergency oenses to the city police department are required to be made online. Online reporting of nonemergency oenses has been voluntary since 2020. According to ocials, the change is meant to save time for those reporting oenses and to allow ocers to focus on emergency calls. Examples of nonemergency oenses that will require online reporting include harassing phone calls, burglary of a motor vehicle, grati, shoplifting and identity theft. To make a report for a nonemer- gency oense, residents will need to visit the Dallas PD website, select the oense they are reporting and complete an online form.

RICHARDSON ISD The board of trustees voted in June to adopt a $407.7 million budget for scal year 2023-24, which includes a shortfall of nearly $15 million. The new budget is the fourth con- secutive shortfall budget adopted by RISD, per the district’s website. The details: The new budget includes a $14.8 million shortfall that will be funded through a

DALLAS ISD The board of trustees voted June 22 to set a $2 billion bud- get for scal year 2023-24, allowing increases for teacher compensation. The budget is about 7% higher than last year, but came with decreased allotments for sta development, social work and food services. The details: With the new budget, teachers will be paid a starting salary of at least $61,000, up from $60,000, based on experience. The new budget also includes about $63 million in perfor- mance-based retention incentives. Employees evaluated with high per- formance levels will receive a $4,000 bonus divided into three payments, while those with “unsatisfactory” levels will only get a $500 incentive. Employees with ve or more years of experience with DISD will get a $1,000 incentive.

BY CECILIA LENZEN

DALLAS COUNTY A proposed housing project meant to provide permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness has taken the next step in securing funding before acquiring a property site in Lake Highlands. What happened: Dallas County entered into an agreement with St. Jude Inc. to provide $3 million for the housing project, St. Jude Center Vantage Point, during a Commission- ers Court meeting June 6. The contribution comes through Dallas County’s American Rescue Plan Act funds, which are meant to provide relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. The backstory: St. Jude Center Vantage Point would replace a hotel

Extended Stay America was designated a habitual crime property in 2022 for the amount of crime that took place there. (Cecilia Lenzen/Community Impact)

that was designated as a habitual crime property by the Dallas Police Department in 2022. Plans to replace the hotel have been in the works since 2022. During its May 24 meeting, City Council voted to rezone the nearly 3-acre property to host multifamily housing. A St. Jude Inc. represen- tative said the nonprot intends to open the new facility in early 2024. The details: St. Jude Center Vantage Point will oer 132 housing

units along with “intensive case- work to ... resolve the root causes of homelessness,” according to June 6 meeting documents. The cost: The total budget for the project is $11 million with $7 million for purchasing the property and $4 million for renovating it, according to meeting documents. In addition to the $3 million in funding from the county, St. Jude Inc. is seeking $6 million in funding from the city of Dallas.

BUDGET BREAKDOWN Richardson ISD's budget for scal year 2023-24 will include a one-time use of the district’s fund balance to cover the shortfall.

$407.7M budget

$60K starting salary for teachers

$14.8M shortfall

$6K stipend for “critical needs” teachers

To make a report for a nonemergency oense, visit www.dallaspolice.net .

SOURCE: RICHARDSON ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT

DALLAS 9500 N Central Expressway (214) 369-2800

PRESTON CENTER 8123 Preston Road (214) 361-6697

MARSH LANE 9972 Marsh Lane (214) 353-2701

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REAL ESTATE DATA

COMPILED BY KEVIN CUMMINGS

2022-23 Lake Highlands and Lakewood real estate market at a glance Home prices—along with total sales and the amount of time homes have stayed on the market—have been in ux for the past two calendar years in Lake Highlands and Lakewood, with homes sales prices generally increasing as the number of homes sold has decreased.

National mortgage rate data After staying relatively at the rst two years of the pandemic, mortgage rates have sharply risen since early 2022, peaking Nov. 10 of last year before seeing some decline the last six months. 30-year xed-rate mortgage 15-year xed-rate mortgage

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January 2022

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SOURCE: COLLIN COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORSCOMMUNITY IMPACT

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Dallas bans nearly all short-term rentals with new zoning ordinance REAL ESTATE NEWS

2023 HOME EDITION

BY CECILIA LENZEN

the meeting, he said wealthy inves- tors outbid residents on Dallas homes so they can operate short-term rentals as an additional source of income, which makes housing “less aordable for everyone.” The backstory Short-term rentals opponents and operators alike have waited years for City Council to decide how to regu- late the properties. City Council was scheduled to vote on an ordinance in April, but the vote was delayed to conduct additional research. Many have called for an outright ban on short-term rentals, repeatedly voicing concerns about the rentals bringing unwanted noise, trac and

After a yearslong battle between homeowners, short-term rental oper- ators and city ocials, Dallas City Council voted to approve new rules that eectively ban most short-term rentals in the city. The new rules include a zoning ordinance that makes it illegal to oper- ate short-term rental homes in areas zoned for single-family homes. The plan is popularly known as the “KISS,” or “keep-it-simple solution.” What happened During its June 14 meeting, City Council approved the Dallas City Plan Commission’s recommendation to zone short-term rentals out of

Many of those in favor of banning short-term rentals use the phrase “homes not hotels,” displayed on signs in their yards. (Cecilia Lenzen/Community Impact)

REGULATING RENTALS

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Under new zoning rules, short-term rentals in the city of Dallas are banned in areas zoned for single- family housing and are only allowed in areas zoned for multifamily use, making about 95% of those operating illegal.

single-family neigh- borhoods. Short-term rentals, such as those listed on Airbnb, will still be allowed in areas that are zoned for multifamily use, but each unit must include at least one o-street parking space. In April, city sta estimated the city has about 1,800

safety hazards to the neighborhoods they live in. Short-term rental operators have asked for stricter reg- ulations rather than a ban on the proper- ties, which they said would impact a major source of income for many operators. While the plan commission recom-

“THE PENULTIMATE QUESTION ... IS WHO WE WANT OUR NEIGHBORHOODS TO BE FORLONG TERM RESIDENTS OR TRANSIENT TOURISTS?" PAUL RIDLEY, DISTRICT 14 DALLAS CITY COUNCIL MEMBER

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SOURCE: CITY OF DALLAS COMMUNITY IMPACT

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STEPS TO REGISTER

2 According to the new ordinances governing the registration of short-term rentals in Dallas, owners/hosts of the properties are required to go through a number of steps with the city. Register annually

registered short-term rentals and 1,300 that are unregistered—the ordinance will make up to 95% of them illegal. Before the vote, City Council heard from dozens of community members, many of whom wore white “Homes not Hotels” T-shirts in opposition of short-term rentals. Quote of note “The penultimate question tonight is who we want our neighborhoods to be for—long-term residents or transient tourists? I think the answer should be obvious,” District 14 Council Member Paul Ridley, who represents parts of east Dallas, said during the meeting. “It is time to take decisive action to preserve the qual- ity of life in Dallas neighborhoods and not to delay any longer what residents tonight and previously have been clamoring for.” Ridley has been an avid supporter of banning short-term rentals. During

mended handling short-term rental usage through the zoning change, Dallas Planning & Urban Design Department sta recommended June 9 that City Council address short-term rentals through the regis- tration process instead. They asserted that “major concerns related to [short-term rentals] are operational and would be best managed through a registration ordinance enforced by Code Compliance Services,” accord- ing to a June 9 memo. The conditions In addition to the zoning change, City Council also voted to require short-term rental operators to register their properties with the city annually and pay registration fees. Occupancy will be limited to three people per bedroom with a maximum occupancy of 12 people per rental unit. Other rules include noise limits from 10 p.m.-7 a.m. and a one-hour response time for

Minimum two- night rental No amplied sound between 10 p.m.-7 a.m.

Pay $248 registration fee

Allow inspections for registration and renewal

Provide emergency contact Post certicate of registration

Be a good neighbor Three people per bedroom

SOURCE: CITY OF DALLASCOMMUNITY IMPACT

emergency concerns. The June 14 vote did not include penalties for operators who don’t register their properties with the city. Earlier in June, Dallas Code Compliance Department sta said the zoning ordinance will be dicult to enforce due to limited sta and a lack of resources.

The zoning ordinance went into eect immediately, but code sta said it could take a minimum of six months before they can start enforc- ing the new regulations. Even then, their enforcement may rely mostly on responding to complaints from resi- dents rather than actively monitoring potential violations.

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GUIDE

Local businesses oer home improvement tips

HOME IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE

good light xture or two—not too many until you’ve been [in your home] a minute because those can be expensive. SHOULD HOME DESIGNERS INCORPORATE CERTAIN COLORS OR JUST FOCUS ON WHAT THEY LIKE? Neutrals are always good, especially in the beginning. Right now, there’s such a big shift because pastels have been crazy popular for a long time, and now there’s a resurgence of [other] colors. So there’s lots of color coming in. But I do prefer, most times, in a big piece like a couch, for it to be neutral and then have pops of color. You’re less likely to get tired of it. Rugs are a great place to put color. HOW CAN YOU MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK MODERN ON A TIGHT BUDGET? Minimalism. That’s No. 1—get rid of most of your stu because that is modern. Modern is no junk. You can also nd modern furniture that’s very inexpensive. They may not last a lifetime, but you can do modern easily on a budget.

HOW CAN MAXIMALISTS BALANCE THEIR LOVE OF STUFF WITHOUT BEING CLUTTERED? Editing. Go through [your stu] and take things that maybe you don’t like anymore, put it up for a while and see if you still like it. Maximalists might not be bothered by stacks of [stu]. To a maximalist, ‘Enjoy all your stu.’ HOW DO YOU RECOMMEND MAKING A HOME LOOK WELCOMING AND WARM? Pillows, colors, plants and owers. HOW SHOULD THOSE WHO DON’T KNOW WHAT STYLE THEY WANT APPROACH HOME DESIGN? Let the architecture guide you somewhat. Talk about what you want with your partner or the people you live with, and make compromises. WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE TIPS WHEN DESIGNING A HOME? Function, ow and what sparks joy. You need to make sure that your rooms ow well with furniture placement, accessibility and storage space.

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ASK AN INTERIOR DESIGNER

Kalee Fuqua Doche, who lives in the Junius Heights neighborhood adjacent to Lakewood, worked as an artist in partnership with interior designers for 20 years, creating murals and faux nishes. Four years ago, she pivoted to interior design herself and began working at her brother’s architectural rm, J Wilson Fuqua & Associates, Architects. She describes her own style as “eclectic,” but said she specializes in bringing clients’ own styles and visions to fruition. Here are her tips for homeowners looking to spruce up the interiors of their homes. Answers may have been edited for length and clarity.

OK to buy less expensive things and not make a big investment in furniture. When you get into a house, you want to focus on big items and your yard. We don’t think about how much it costs to take care of your yard, but you’re going to drive up to it daily. Think about your outside and how that looks, then gather ideas about things you want to collect, along with the bigger pieces. However, don’t invest too much on a lot of furniture in the beginning because you want to get adapted to your house. WHAT ARE ITEMS YOU RECOMMEND SPENDING EXTRA MONEY ON? A dining room table, a good rug and a

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST MISTAKES THAT AMATEUR HOME DESIGNERS MAKE? I would say going too trendy. Sometimes, trends last—like gray [paint] has lasted forever—but a lot don’t. A lot of people are painting their houses black, but that is such a huge mistake. Just because I’m old, I know that black is going to look [bad] in about two or three years. Also, [don’t go] too rogue—you’ve got to think about your neighborhood and your house. WHAT ARE SOME DIFFERENCES IN DESIGNING AN APARTMENT VERSUS A HOUSE? When you’re renting an apartment, it’s

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WEATHER READY AT HOME In addition to preparing for disasters by stockpiling food and water, homeowners can prepare themselves and their homes for severe weather events through home maintenance and repairs.

Measures that can be taken:

Renovations: while updating appliances, ooring, walls and windows

Construction: during the design phase of a new home or addition

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Overhanging roofs can shade windows from the sun while still allowing indirect light in.

Weather stripping can protect doors and windows from rain and external moisture.

sunny sides of buildings. Native trees are best adapted to the home’s climate.

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Using mold-resistant insulation can improve air quality, especially in homes that are humid or prone to ooding.

Solar panel installation can be paired with a smart inverter for optimal energy use.

Thermal curtains can protect against both extreme heat and cold while conserving energy.

SOURCES: HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER, TEXAS STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICECOMMUNITY IMPACT

EMPHASIZING ENERGY EFFICIENCY

While the U.S. Department of Energy recommends a professional assessment of a home’s energy eciency, it is also possible for homeowners to perform one on their own. Here is a list of areas to check when assessing a home’s energy usage.

AIR LEAKS Air leaks can save up to 20% on energy per year if addressed. In

INSULATION Depending on building ages, insulation may not be up to standard. Checking attics, walls near outlets and basements can ensure heat losses are kept to a minimum. Wall insulation may require a thermographic evaluation. APPLIANCES Energy use for appliances can be estimated using the energy guide label on the appliance itself or by using an electricity usage monitor. Unplugging appliances in between uses can keep them from drawing unused electricity.

LIGHTING When replacing bulbs, residents can consider LEDs as well as energy-saving incandescent bulbs. Electric utilities may oer rebates for purchasing energy-ecient lamps. HEATING AND COOLING The U.S. Department of Energy recommends upgrading systems older than 15 years. Checking ductwork for dirt streaks can reveal air leaks, which can be sealed.

addition to leaking windows and doors, check for leaks on baseboards or where dierent building materials meet. Leaks can be sealed or plugged with caulk or weather stripping.

SOURCE: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGYCOMMUNITY IMPACT

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2023 HOME EDITION

EAST DALLAS HOUSING MARKET MEDIAN SALES PRICE

Home prices across Lake Highlands and Lakewood have steadily increased as the state sees increased demand for housing. At the same time, the number of homes sold in the area has begun to decrease.

HOW MANY HOMES SOLD

5-year percentage change

5-year percentage change

800 700 500 600 300 400 100 200

+38.54%

$800K $700K $500K $600K $300K $400K $100K $200K

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24.17%

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING AVAILABILITY A 2021 memo from the Dallas Department of Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization broke down the number of aordable housing units by district and availability qualiers at three dierent tiers based on the area’s median income.

SOURCE: NORTH TEXAS REAL ESTATE INFORMATION SYSTEMSCOMMUNITY IMPACT

are most interested in across the country, according to a 2023 study from HouseFresh that used Zillow data to analyze homebuying trends. Alongside the increased attention, home values in northeast Dallas have increased about 37% from $321,531 to $440,350 over the last ve years, Julie Lynch, real estate director at The University of Texas at Dallas, said Texas is an attractive place to live due to quality of life, education options and employment opportunities. She added that the Dallas area has experienced the largest population growth among other metro areas in the country over the last decade. Just from 2021-22, the Dallas-Fort Worth area’s population grew by more than 170,000, per U.S. Census Bureau data. A top reason homebuyers select a particular location is its proximity to employment centers, Lynch said. Lake Highlands and Lakewood are “very desirable” because of their cen- tral location in North Texas with good transportation infrastructure and good schools, she added. Boyd said many homebuyers are likely drawn to Lakewood for its his- tory as well as its amenities, attrac- tions and historic homes. “[Architecture and craftsmanship are] something that’s important to a lot of the neighbors here,” Boyd said. Housing supply versus demand according to Zillow data. Attracting homebuyers Over the last several years, close to 100 major corporations have relocated

to Texas, which has increased demand for housing, Lynch said. But while the demand is increas- ing, many homeowners aren’t inter- ested in selling their homes because about 40% of them have a low inter- est rate, and some developers are having a hard time building new homes, Lynch said. “Their interest rates on their cur- rent mortgages are so favorable— [they’re] not going to want to sell. … So the supply of resale homes is very constrained,” Lynch said. In Lake Highlands and Lakewood, the number of homes sold per year has decreased since 2019, as the housing market recovers from the pandemic. The only ZIP code that has seen an increase in the num- ber of homes sold is 75231, which includes parts of Lake Highlands and Vickery Meadow. Lynch said pandemic-related sup- ply chain issues prevented many houses from being built. Now, some builders are becoming more “conser- vative,” afraid that consumers won’t display the same level of demand, given the high interest rates. “If you look at the available housing in North Texas right now ... we have a lot less inventory available now ver- sus prepandemic,” Lynch said. In the short-term, Lynch said she believes housing prices will continue to increase due to limited supply, an increased population and ination. Aordable opportunities As home values increase, hous- ing advocates, city ocials and

TOTAL 80% 60% 30%

DISTRICT 9

16,956

11,222

5,292

442

DISTRICT 10

36,854 23,818 12,206 830

AVERAGE FOR ALL 14 DISTRICTS IN DALLAS

23,753

15,429 7,440 884

SOURCE: DALLAS’ DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION COMMUNITY IMPACT

developers are looking for new ways to ensure housing opportunities for residents of all income levels. When the topic of aordable hous- ing is broached at City Council or community meetings, many resi- dents often claim low- or mixed-in- come housing developments could bring down their neighborhood’s property values. However, Lynch said such developments cause no long-term impact to property values. “House values are very much determined [by] the specic home that’s for sale, what condition is the home in, what does the neighbor- hood have to oer,” Lynch said. Instead, individuals who move into aordable housing develop- ments typically obtain higher edu- cation and possibly more stable employment, which enables them to earn a higher income, contributing to the local economy, Lynch said. Ann Lott, executive director of the Inclusive Communities Project, a nonprot that works to expand fair and aordable housing oppor- tunities, said it’s essential to place

low- and mixed-income housing in auent neighborhoods, such as Lake Highlands and Lakewood. Kathy Stewart, District 10 Dallas City Council member, previously said District 10 has more low-income housing units than any other district, citing a 2021 city memo that shows District 10 has about 36,854 aord- able housing units, which is about 5,000 more than the district with the next highest count. However, only 830 of District 10’s units are dedi- cated to residents who make 30% or less of the area’s median income, while 23,818 are for residents who make 80% of the median income. “[Low-income families] should be able to live anywhere, but they just can’t nd adequate housing in ... higher-income areas,” Lott said. “So I just don’t know that I buy the idea that [Lake Highlands and Lake- wood] have ‘enough’ housing for low-income families.”

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