Sandman Signature Hotel, Allen ISD renovations: Check out 5 of the latest construction projects around DFW

A Sandman Signature Hotel is planned to be constructed in Grapevine and Allen ISD is working on renovations with funds from a 2024 bond. Check out some of the latest construction filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

1. Sandman Signature Hotel in Grapevine

A six-story, 221-room hotel is planned to be constructed near Grapevine Mills, per a TDLR filing. Sandman Signature Hotels offer Canadian hospitality, comfort and style according to their website. A company spokesperson said Northland Properties closed on the 5.9-acre site in August.

• Location: Lot 4 3400 Grapevine Mills Blvd. N., Grapevine

• Estimated timeline: Nov. 15, 2026-Nov. 15, 2028

• Estimated cost: $30 million

2. Providence Church in Frisco

Providence Church in Frisco has purchased a 27-acre site for a new sanctuary, according to its website. The 61,645-square-foot facility will be constructed along Panther Creek Parkway, according to the TDLR filing.

• Location: Panther Creek Parkway, Frisco

• Estimated timeline: Jan. 4, 2027-June 5, 2028

• Estimated cost: $25 million

3. Green Elementary School renovations in Allen

Allen ISD will be doing interior renovations for Green Elementary School, per a TDLR filing. The elementary school is planned to see mechanical system upgrades, new learning spaces, playground equipment repair and general facility upgrades as part of a 2024 bond, according to the district. The district most recently re-opened Anderson Early Childhood School after renovations over the summer, per previous reporting.

• Location: 1315 Comanche Drive, Allen

• Estimated timeline: May 21-Aug. 30, 2027

• Estimated cost: $21 million

4. Cotton Belt Trail construction in Richardson

A hike-and-bike trail is planned to start from Waterview Parkway along the DART Silver Line past CityLine/Bush Station in Richardson, per a TDLR filing. The trail is part of a larger project to connect Plano to downtown Fort Worth, per previous reporting.

• Location: Waterview Parkway to President George Bush Turnpike

• Estimated timeline: June 9, 2025-Aug. 31, 2027

• Estimated cost: $13.17 million

5. Retail/shopping center buildings 1 and 2 in Celina

Two retail shell buildings are scheduled to be constructed, per a TDLR filing. Construction is estimated to start by the end of October and will take approximately half a year to complete.

• Location: near Aubrey Parkway & FM 1385

• Estimated timeline: Oct. 30, 2026-April 30, 2027

• Estimated cost: $1.26 million