Alan E. Sims Recreation Center - Active Adult Expansion in Cedar Hill, TX

The Alan E. Sims Recreation Center - Active Adult Expansion is a $16,100,000 renovation and alteration project located at 310 E. Parkerville Road in Cedar Hill, Texas. This project involves modifying the existing facility and adding 5,000 square feet of new space. The work also includes revisions to the park site to create a landscape connector to the existing playground and an update to the playground experience. The project is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and is targeted for April 2028.

Project Scope and Design

SmithGroup, Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this significant community investment. The scope of work focuses on expanding the active adult facilities while enhancing the surrounding outdoor environment. The addition of 5,000 square feet represents a substantial change to the existing footprint. The estimated cost per square foot for this expansion is $3,220, reflecting the complexity of integrating new construction with the existing recreation center infrastructure.

Ownership and Funding

The owner and developer of record is the Cedar Hill Comm Dev Corp. This project involves public funds and public land, indicating a strong commitment to community accessibility and recreational improvement. The registration with TDLR was completed in November 2026, with construction start dates listed for December 2026. Marcela Abadi Rhoads is the registered accessibility specialist ensuring compliance with state accessibility standards throughout the design and build phases.

When compared to other renovation and alteration filings in Dallas County, this project stands out for its scale. The median estimated cost for similar projects in the county is $250,000, while this project's cost is significantly higher. The scheduled build window of 486 days is longer than the county median of 92 days. The area profile for ZIP code 75104 shows a median household income of $91,147, suggesting a community with the resources to support such a high-value public amenity.

Dallas County unemployment was recorded at 2.8 percent in September 2026, providing a stable labor market for construction activities. SmithGroup, Inc. has other registered projects in the region, including the Dedman Center and Campbell Green Recreation Center, all of which have completed plan review. The Alan E. Sims Recreation Center - Active Adult Expansion represents a major step forward for Cedar Hill's recreational infrastructure, aiming to deliver enhanced facilities for active adults and families alike.