The city of Plano launched the master planning process for Hall Park, a future community green space at the northwest corner of Alma Drive and West Park Boulevard. Through June 23, 2025, residents can view a digital presentation and complete an online survey to help shape the park’s design and amenities.
Community Park in the Making
The 38-acre site was purchased by the city in 2010 and is designated in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan as a future community park with trail connections, including a link to Chisholm Trail. Previously used as a private residence and pasture, the land is currently undeveloped but poised to become a central green space for nearby neighborhoods.
To move the project forward, Plano City Council approved $178,500 in October 2024 to fund the creation of a detailed master plan. The effort is led by Architects Design Group in partnership with Freese and Nichols, a North Texas firm specializing in parks and landscape development.
What the Plan Covers
According to city officials, the purpose of the master plan is to analyze site conditions, identify opportunities and constraints, gather public input and estimate costs for potential improvements. Future funding would be requested through voter-approved bond initiatives.
Planned features could include:
- Picnic areas and pavilions
- Trails and trailhead connections
- Open lawns and shaded seating areas
- Pickleball, basketball and sand volleyball courts
- A playground with integrated shade
- Drinking fountains, restrooms, lighting and parking
Some challenges noted in the presentation include floodplains near Spring Creek, existing fencing and utility lines, and old farm structures that will need removal.
Residents’ Input Needed
“This is your chance to help shape a better, more vibrant Hall Park for our community,” reads a post from Plano Parks & Recreation on social media.
Three to four rounds of community engagement are planned. Each round will remain open for about three weeks and include updated presentations and surveys. The city aims to complete the master planning phase by spring 2026.
To participate, residents can visit plano.gov/2238/Hall-Park to view the current site analysis presentation and submit feedback.
A Long-Term Investment
While the park is not yet funded for construction, city staff say public engagement will help determine priorities, such as how many trails or play structures should be included, and allow them to calculate accurate cost estimates for bond funding consideration in 2025.
Renee Jordan, Plano’s park planning manager, said during last year’s council meeting that the outreach and master planning process is essential to ensure the park reflects community needs and to prepare for future development steps like contractor selection and construction planning.
Once built, Hall Park is expected to serve as a key recreational and natural space for Plano residents, offering both active and passive outdoor experiences along the Spring Creek corridor.
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