Major Housing, Data Center, and City Facility Moves Signal Busy Week in Irving
Irving, TX – April 1, 2026 – Major mixed-use housing, a new data center topping out, and a city office buyout signal big shifts in growth this week.
Irving is seeing a wave of high-impact development activity, with new housing, technology infrastructure, and public safety facilities all moving forward in the past few days.
$68M Mixed-Use Project Planned Near Royal Lane
A Houston-based developer has filed plans for a $68 million mixed-use community on West Royal Lane. The project, known as Pearl Landing, would bring 403 apartment units to a 10.5-acre site in Irving’s corporate corridor.
Plans show a large multifamily complex with amenities including a fitness center and pool. Construction is expected to begin later this year, with completion targeted for 2029. The investment adds significant new housing inventory in a city that continues to attract major employers and regional headquarters.
First Irving Data Center Tops Out
In the technology sector, a new data center facility in Irving has officially topped out. The project, located on Customer Way in Dallas County, marks a major milestone in expanding digital infrastructure across North Texas.
Data centers are increasingly important to the region’s economy, supporting cloud services, enterprise operations, and AI-driven industries. The Irving facility is part of a broader statewide expansion and reinforces the city’s position as a hub for corporate and tech investment.
City Buys Mid-Rise for Police and Fire Operations
On the public sector front, the City of Irving has purchased a six-story office building to house police and fire department functions. The acquisition, completed through an off-market deal, will allow the city to consolidate certain administrative and emergency operations under one roof.
City officials say the move is intended to improve coordination and modernize facilities as Irving continues to grow. Repurposing an existing office building also reflects a broader trend of adapting commercial space to meet evolving municipal needs.
Together, these developments highlight a city balancing rapid private investment with strategic public planning. From new apartments to digital infrastructure and upgraded public safety space, Irving’s growth story continues to unfold on multiple fronts.
Sources
https://therealdeal.com/texas/2026/03/31/morgan-group-plans-68-million-mixed-use-project-in-irving/
https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/powerhouse-tops-out-first-irving-data-center-in-texas/
