Traffic & Transit
City of Plano seeking public input on DART Silver Line Station designs
Plano's proposed Silver Line stations: Public input sought
Plano, Texas - With an objective to revolutionize transportation in North Texas, the city of Plano is actively seeking public input regarding the architectural designs for the two planned stations. These stations form a crucial part of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Silver Line project.
Projected to cost $1.8 billion, the Silver Line, a regional commuter railway, aspires to connect seven cities. Its purpose is to effectively establish a connection between Plano and the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
The Plano comprehensive plan's website reveals that DART is hopeful that the anticipated service might be operational by the end of 2025.
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Located at 1101 Shiloh Road and 1180 12th Street, the two prospective Plano stations are vital components of the Silver Line Station Areas Plan. This initiative is meticulously examining the best methods to stimulate both developmental and rejuvenation opportunities within a half-mile radius of the stations under consideration.
As described on the comprehensive plan’s website, these stations are set to act as a significant "economic development catalyst", rejuvenating southeast Plano and encouraging growth in the broader downtown area.
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To collect public opinion related to the Silver Line Station Areas Plan, the city administration has made a survey accessible to residents on its website.
An open house meeting has been arranged for June 28, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center at 401 W. 16th Street. This meeting will act as an interactive forum for additional discussions on the project.
To ensure comprehensive consultation, city authorities are urging residents, business owners, and other relevant stakeholders to actively participate in the project advisory group.
This assembly will have a significant influence on the planning process for these stations. Interested parties are welcomed to join this collaborative effort by reaching out to Plano’s planning department via email at planocompplan@plano.gov or by phone at 972-941-7151.