Downtown Economic Development and Historic Preservation Agreements
McKinney
Summary
The board reviewed and approved economic development grants to help downtown property owners offset the high costs of rehabilitating historic buildings. These projects preserve McKinney's architectural heritage while bringing neglected downtown spaces back into active commercial use.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Allocated a total of over $133,000 in TIRZ 1 grant reimbursements across three downtown commercial properties.
Downtown business owners, property investors, and visitors enjoying revitalized historic buildings.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Reinvestment Zone Number One — October 20, 2026
The board reviewed and approved economic development grants to help downtown property owners offset the high costs of rehabilitating historic buildings. These projects preserve McKinney's architectural heritage while bringing neglected downtown spaces back into active commercial use.
McKinney Economic Development Corporation — October 20, 2026
The board scheduled closed executive sessions to deliberate on real property acquisitions in the Old Donation Addition and discuss ongoing economic development initiatives involving VENU Holding Corporation and specific project leads.
McKinney Main Street Board — September 10, 2026
The board reviewed plans for a new mural titled 'Anything but Square' by artist Bryan Peterson at Doug and Linda's Ski Shop.
Related development
Happymix Creperie Façade and Remediation
Helps a local business offset renovation costs for a historic downtown building while supporting local infrastructure improvements.
111 E Virginia Street Façade Improvements
Preserves a key architectural feature on the downtown square.
SWHU Ying Wang LLC Improvements
Supports structural maintenance and historic preservation at a key downtown corner location.
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