The N. Houston Development Corp (TIRZ 11) is nearing completion on a major street project in the North Houston District’s northwest quadrant. Bart Baker, NHD Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, recently shared updates about the project. A major...
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Green Up Greens Bayou Project Adds New Life to Local Flood Basin
A local stormwater detention basin is undergoing a vibrant transformation. The Greens Bayou Coalition recently completed phase three of the Green Up Greens Bayou project. With the help of dedicated volunteers, crews planted nearly one hundred native trees, turning an...
City View Park Undergoes Major Transformation
City View Park is one of the District’s smaller parks and was designed as a predominantly passive greenspace. It includes a 30’ x 30’ pavilion, gardens, a trellis, and tables and benches, and is encircled by hundreds of trees and walking trail. New upgrades to the...
North Houston District Spearheads Crucial Trail Connector Project
The North Houston District Board recently approved a proposal to pursue a landmark trail connector project, to link existing trail systems on either side of I-45. The project aligns with the District’s efforts to improve access to recreational opportunities, as well...
District’s 2026 Public Safety Outreach Focused on Local Businesses
The City of Houston’s March On Crime campaign was created in December 1984, out of growing concern over the rise in violent crime across the city. The March On Crime campaign has been held every year since, as a coordinated effort to educate the public about such...
Cleared Biscayne Apartments Site Poised for Green Future
After suffering major floods in 2016 and 2017, the buildings that made up the Biscayne at City View Apartments have been demolished and the site is slated to be repurposed as a mixed-use greenspace and flood barrier for the community. North Houston District’s Vice...
Quadrants Winter 2026: Year in Review
Quadrants is the North Houston District’s quarterly direct mail newsletter which includes updates on the District’s projects, real estate trends, and community happenings. You can access the latest edition of Quadrants in English or Spanish online. If you are not...
NHD Completes Phase 6 Gateway, Sets Sights on Seventh and Final Phase
The North Houston District’s Gateway Program has seen the installation of 20 different branded monument signs, stationed at key intersections and points of ingress and egress. The gateway signage serves to establish a sense of place and signal the District’s...
New Industrial Developments Bring a Boost to North Houston District
In recent years, North Houston has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once known for its thriving office market, the district now stands at the forefront of Houston’s logistics and industrial growth. Driven by easy access to major transportation assets, including...
Collaborative Effort with Big Impact: Buckboard Park
Buckboard Park is located in the District’s Southeast quadrant and is heavily used by the community, with several schools, homes, and apartment complexes located nearby. Bart Baker, the North Houston District’s Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer,...









