Trader Joe’s is set to add another neighborhood grocery to north Fort Worth. According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, construction on a 12,500‑square‑foot store at 9052 North City Drive will begin in December and is slated for completion by June 2027. The project, estimated at about $900,000, will be the chain’s 414th location nationwide.
Local approval and community impact
The city recently completed an alcohol‑distance review, confirming the site is more than 300 feet from any church, public or private school, or public hospital. While the location sits within 1,000 feet of a private school and another liquor store, the review found the development complies with Fort Worth ordinances, allowing the issuance of an alcohol sales permit for beer and wine.
Trader Joe’s spokesperson Nakia Rohde told the Fort Worth Report that the company is actively scouting “hundreds of neighborhoods across the country” to open new stores each year. She added that the chain typically announces a new location three to six months before doors open, underscoring the rapid timeline for this project.
Expansion across North Texas
The north Fort Worth store is part of a broader push by Trader Joe’s in the region. Separate filings show a new store at 5900 Preston Road in Plano will also break ground in December, with a similar June 2027 completion target. In Collin County, a 12,476‑square‑foot store is planned for 2710 E. FM 544, Suite 100 in Wylie, with construction slated to start in March and finish by June.
Additionally, the chain is preparing a 12,505‑square‑foot location at 3020 Matlock Road in Mansfield, also slated for December construction and a March opening. These projects bring the total of Trader Joe’s stores in Tarrant County to three, joining existing locations at 2701 S. Hulen St. in Fort Worth and 1492 E. Southlake Blvd. in Southlake.
What the new store means for residents
Trader Joe’s is known for its curated selection of affordable, high‑quality foods, which many families rely on for weekly meals. The new north Fort Worth store will provide a convenient shopping option for residents of the North City development and surrounding neighborhoods, reducing travel time to other grocery locations.
Local officials anticipate the store will generate construction jobs in the short term and retail positions once the doors open, supporting the community’s economic growth. The addition of beer and wine sales also expands the store’s offering, aligning with the preferences of many shoppers while adhering to city regulations.
Looking ahead
Trader Joe’s continues to prioritize neighborhood‑focused growth, a strategy that aligns with the values of traditional families and local communities. As the construction timeline progresses, the company will provide updates on hiring opportunities and store features, ensuring residents stay informed about this upcoming amenity.
For further information, readers can follow updates from the Fort Worth Report or contact Trader Joe’s public relations office.
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
