Plano's planning and zoning commission has officially approved four key parts of the replatting and site plans for AT&T’s massive new headquarters at the corner of Legacy Drive and Parkwood Boulevard. AT&T announced plans earlier this year to move it's headquarters out of downtown Dallas.
City Planner John Kim walked the commission through the vision for the site, which aims to blend high-tech utility with public-facing art and green space. The plans now go to Plano's city council for final approval.
🗼 The "Mini" Reunion Tower
The talk of the town is undoubtedly the sculptural tower. Standing at 280 feet tall, this structure is already drawing comparisons to Dallas's famous Reunion Tower. But it’s not just for looks—it’s designed to house a stealth commercial antenna fully encased within the sculpture, proving that infrastructure can actually be beautiful!
🌿 A New Public Plaza
AT&T isn't just building an office; they are creating a 0.76-acre public plaza at the southeast corner of the property. John Kim highlighted several features that will make this a new hangout spot for the Legacy area:
- Native Vibes: 45% of the landscaping will feature native and adaptive Texas plants.
- Shade & Seating: At least 12 large shade trees, decorative paving, and plenty of seating.
- Connectivity: A new pedestrian bridge built by the city will connect to the northwest corner of the plaza, making it safer and easier to cross Parkwood Boulevard.
- Amenities: Expect bike racks, pedestrian-scale lighting, and wayfinding signage to help you navigate the campus.
📍 The Layout
The approval covered the replatting of the entire site into four distinct lots, ensuring the headquarters has the room it needs to grow while maintaining the open space required by the city's master plan.
280 foot "mini reunion tower" to be part of 54 acre campus
280 foot "mini reunion tower" to be part of 54 acre campus
