Dallas Considers Vacant Bryan Tower as Site for New City Hall

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The city of Dallas is evaluating the vacant 40-story Bryan Tower in the downtown area as a potential site for a new City Hall, according to reporting from the Dallas Business Journal. The building's current owner, Pacific Elm, has been in discussions with the city about the possibility of Dallas taking over the entire property as officials assess long-term options for municipal office space.

Why it matters

Dallas is reviewing the efficiency, condition, and long-term viability of its existing City Hall complex, which would require nearly $1 billion in renovations. Relocating to a new, consolidated office building could provide a more cost-effective and operationally efficient solution for the city's government functions.

The details

Bryan Tower was completed in 1973 and is currently vacant, positioning it as a potential large-block solution for the city's space needs of approximately 500,000 square feet. In addition to Bryan Tower, the former AT&T headquarters building known as Whitacre Tower has also been mentioned as a possible future City Hall location, as Pacific Elm is described as a part owner of that property as well.

• The Dallas Economic Development Corp. recently prepared a report concluding that renovating the current City Hall would require nearly $1 billion in investment.

What’s next

No decisions have been announced regarding which building, if any, will be selected, and no financial terms, timing, or transaction structures have been disclosed at this stage.