AT&T has filed detailed plans with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation indicating that construction of its new corporate headquarters in Plano could begin as early as December. The development, estimated at $1.35 billion total, will be built in phases through 2029 and is expected to bring significant job growth and economic activity to the city.
Project scope and facilities
The filings list eleven separate facilities that will be constructed along Legacy Drive. Key components include:
- Central Utility Plant: A 32,000‑square‑foot utility building to serve the campus.
- Office Buildings: Four office towers ranging from 225,000 to 679,000 square feet (Buildings 1‑4, 6‑7).
- Building 8: A 215,700‑square‑foot lobby and food hall designed to serve employees and visitors.
- Parking Garages: Three large structures—Garage A (553,000 sq ft), Garage B (nearly 1.1 million sq ft), and Garage C (nearly 1.18 million sq ft).
The total estimated cost for the facilities listed in the current filings is $1.05 billion. The overall project, including site work and ancillary infrastructure, brings the projected investment to $1.35 billion, matching earlier reports.
City approvals and timeline
Plano’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site‑plan changes for the headquarters at its September 21 meeting. Earlier, on May 4, the commission authorized a 280‑foot antenna structure that will sit atop the campus, a feature intended to support AT&T’s communications equipment.
The December start date is contingent on final permitting and the completion of any remaining municipal reviews. Once construction begins, the project is slated to continue through 2029, with each building and garage phased in according to the master schedule.
Economic impact for Plano
Local officials anticipate that the AT&T headquarters will generate a substantial number of construction jobs in the short term and create permanent positions once the campus is operational. The development also promises ancillary benefits, such as increased demand for local services, restaurants, and housing, reinforcing Plano’s reputation as a hub for corporate investment.
Mayor [Name] praised the project, noting that “AT&T’s commitment to Plano underscores the city’s business‑friendly environment and our shared vision for sustainable growth.” The city’s Economic Development Department plans to coordinate with AT&T to ensure that local contractors and suppliers have opportunities to participate in the project.
What residents can expect
While the construction phase will bring increased traffic and temporary disruptions along Legacy Drive, city planners have outlined mitigation measures, including adjusted traffic signal timing and designated construction staging areas. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through the city’s website and upcoming public‑information meetings.
Overall, the AT&T headquarters project represents a major investment in Plano’s future, aligning with the city’s long‑term development strategy and reinforcing its status as a leading location for technology and telecommunications firms.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Plano — read the source article.
