East Mills Avenue Kress Building Right-of-Way Improvements
At a glance
What: Improvements to the public right of way at 108 East Mills Avenue, in front of the historic Kress Building across from San Jacinto Plaza. Phase one: remove a tree, fill tree wells and repair the sidewalk before Winterfest. Phase two: new trees, sidewalk work, and a freestanding fence and seating area for a possible outdoor cafe.
Where it stands: Certificate of appropriateness approved for both phases on 2026-10-15. Phase two would need a nine-foot right-of-way vacation and an outdoor cafe permit; design changes must return to the commission.