Frisco Council Moves Forward on $6.5 Million Dog Park Project
A proposed 8-acre facility near Fire Station No. 8 aims to close a service gap in the city's southeast sector, with construction targeted for completion by 2029.
By Allison Singh ·
The Frisco City Council will vote on a design contract for a new 8-acre dog park during its November 17 meeting. The project marks the first major step toward building the city's fourth off-leash area, a facility that has moved from a two-year hold to active planning following the adoption of new parks guidelines.
The estimated cost for the development is $6.5 million. Funding for the initiative comes from the Frisco Community Development Corporation. The site is located along Rolater Road, immediately east of Fire Station No. 8. Current city data indicates that the existing network of three parks leaves a service gap in the fast-growing southeast portion of the municipality.
Ricardo Sanchez, the city's Capital Projects Manager, stated that resident input shaped the final design. He noted that feedback indicated a desire for improved amenities rather than just additional acreage. Sanchez said, "We didn't just hear a request for more dog parks; residents are asking for better experiences."
The proposed layout includes distinct zones for small and large dogs, two main entrances, and a splash pad. Infrastructure plans feature a bridge over West Rowlett Creek, dog washing stations, and shade structures. The design incorporates trail connections that use careful grading and vegetated buffers to protect the creek's water quality.
The project timeline follows a strict sequence. Design and engineering work is expected to take 12 months. After that phase, the city will award a construction contract. Construction is projected to last between 12 and 18 months. The city aims to open the park to the public by late 2028 or mid-2029.
This park is the first of several planned in the area. City documents state that the national standard for dog parks has not been met in Frisco. The 2025 master plan calls for two additional facilities to be built by the projected 2038 buildout. Survey data from 2025 showed that 11 percent of respondents listed a new dog park as their top desired facility.
Source: Community Impact
