Before you list near Shivers Farm, check one thing: whether your parcel sits inside the zone, next to it, or outside it. Then read the adopted plan for the actual improvements and timing. The designation is a financing tool for public infrastructure, not a forecast of what your home will sell for.
What should Southlake Sellers know about the Shivers Farm TIRZ?
Southlake Sellers should treat the Shivers Farm TIRZ as a public-financing tool for infrastructure, not as a prediction that nearby values will rise or fall. The questions that matter to your listing are practical ones: is your parcel inside the boundary, which public improvements are planned, when will construction affect access, and does anything change at closing. Those answers come from the city’s adopted documents, not from the zone’s name.
Key Takeaways
- The city’s official page identifies the district as Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1, and it has its own board overseeing the project and financing plan.
- Southlake’s 2026 planning records place the Shivers’ Farm zoning cases at 1800 and 1900 N. White Chapel Boulevard, so compare your legal description to the official boundary exhibit, not just the street name.
- A September 2026 City Council agenda listed Ordinance No. 480-837a (case ZA26-0043) for Building 900 at Shivers’ Farm, zoned Employment Center, which tells you development is active but not when infrastructure work will occur.
- Nothing in the city records I reviewed shows the TIRZ automatically creating a seller-paid tax, assessment, or closing charge, so confirm your own parcel with the title company and county tax records.
- Southlake Sellers get the most value from the zone by documenting access and construction facts before listing, so buyers hear them from you first.
Southlake acted on its tax increment zone in October 2026, and Community Impact reported on it. That coverage got a lot of sellers asking me whether this changes their plans. My answer is always the same: read the paperwork before you form an opinion, and don’t let a headline set your price. I’ve worked Southlake, Colleyville, and Keller for thirty years, and I’ve seen buyers react to a rumor faster than they react to a fact. Here’s how I’d approach it if you’re thinking of selling.
Is my Southlake home inside the Shivers Farm TIRZ boundary or just near it?
You can’t answer that from a street name or a drive-by. The only reliable answer is a comparison of your property’s legal description against the boundary exhibit the city adopted with the zone.
The city’s Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board page identifies the district as Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 and states that the board oversees the project and financing plan. I want to flag a naming point. People say “Shivers Farm TIRZ” in conversation, but the city’s page uses the formal zone number. Search the city’s records for that formal name so you pull the right documents.
For location, Southlake’s August 6, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission agenda describes Shivers’ Farm as property at 1800 and 1900 N. White Chapel Boulevard, within portions of Tracts 1A03 and 1A, James J. West Survey, Abstract No. 1620. That tells you where the development sits. It does not tell you where the zone’s boundary runs.
Inside, adjacent, or outside: three different conversations
- Inside the boundary: the plan’s improvements and financing structure may apply to your area, and buyers’ agents will ask.
- Adjacent: you may feel construction and traffic effects without being part of the zone.
- Outside: you may still be asked about it, because buyers hear “Shivers Farm” and assume everything nearby is affected.
Which one you are shapes how you talk about the project in your listing and at showings. I confirm this before a listing goes live, not after the first buyer asks.
What does the TIRZ fund, and when will construction affect access?
The zone exists to finance public infrastructure, but the specific roads, drainage, utilities, and schedule are set in the adopted project and financing plan, and I won’t guess at them here. What the public record does show is active development at the site.
The City Council’s September 1, 2026 agenda lists Ordinance No. 480-837a, zoning case ZA26-0043, for Building 900 at Shivers’ Farm. The current and requested zoning is “ECZ” Employment Center Zoning District. That is a zoning record. It does not give a construction start date, a completion date, or a schedule for public improvements, and I won’t pretend it does.
The access questions buyers will actually ask
Whether you’re inside the zone or not, expect these questions from anyone looking at a home near N. White Chapel Boulevard:
- Will White Chapel Boulevard or nearby driveways change?
- Will there be lane closures or detours, and for how long?
- Will traffic patterns around the site shift once the buildings are occupied?
- Is there drainage or utility work that could affect my street?
I can’t answer those with a guess, and neither should you. Pull the plan, check the city’s current construction notices, and write down what is confirmed versus what is still open. A buyer will forgive an honest “that’s not decided yet.” A buyer who finds out later that you waved off the question is a different story.
What to gather and where it comes from
| What to confirm | Where to look | Why it matters to your listing |
|---|---|---|
| Zone boundary and your parcel’s position | Adopted ordinance and boundary exhibit from the City of Southlake | Tells you whether you’re inside, adjacent, or outside |
| Planned public improvements | Project and financing plan, plus any amendments | Shows what work could touch access, drainage, or utilities |
| Participating taxing entities | Adopted ordinance and interlocal agreements | Explains how the financing is structured |
| Construction timing and closures | City construction notices and agendas | Lets you describe access honestly to buyers |
| Your parcel’s tax and title records | County appraisal and tax records, plus your title company | Confirms nothing unexpected attaches to your property |
Does the TIRZ change what Southlake Sellers owe or disclose?
Based on the city records available, there is no sign that the TIRZ automatically creates a seller-paid tax, special assessment, or closing charge. That is not the same as a guarantee for your parcel, so you still verify it.
Taxes, prorations, municipal charges, and title requirements depend on your specific property and closing date. In Texas, closings run through a title company, and that’s who I’d have confirm anything parcel-specific. If your address is inside or near the zone, ask the title company and review your county tax records early so nothing surprises you in the middle of a contract.
Southlake Sellers also ask whether they have to tell a buyer about the zone or planned construction. Disclosure duties depend on your property and what you know about it, so I walk through that with each seller individually rather than hand you a blanket rule. If you’re unsure, say so in our consultation and we’ll sort out what applies, with legal advice if the situation calls for it.
How should Southlake Sellers present a home near active development?
Lead with facts you’ve verified, and don’t let a buyer’s imagination fill the gaps. Uncertainty is what makes buyers hesitate, and hesitation is what makes them ask for a lower price.
Here’s how I’d handle it:
- Get the documents first. Boundary map, plan, and any amendments, so you know your starting point.
- Know your category. Inside, adjacent, or outside. Say it plainly.
- Separate confirmed from unknown. If construction timing isn’t published, don’t invent a date, and don’t dismiss the question.
- Price to the market, not the rumor. A TIRZ is not a value forecast in either direction. Your comparable sales and your home’s condition drive the number.
- Prepare a one-page summary. Buyers’ agents appreciate it, and it keeps showings on the house instead of the headlines.
Timing questions are separate from this one. If you’re weighing when to list, my post on whether now is a good time to sell a home in Southlake covers that, and the buyer side of this same project is in what Shivers Farm could mean for Southlake buyers. It also helps to know what sellers can control and what they can’t. A city financing decision falls in the second group. Your preparation falls in the first.
Your numbers depend on your street, your home, and your timeline. That’s the part I run with each seller in a consultation, using current comparable sales for your specific property.
If you’d like to see how other clients describe working with me, you can read my reviews on Google, Zillow, and Realtor.com.
FAQ
Is my Southlake home inside the Shivers Farm TIRZ boundary?
You confirm it by comparing your legal description to the boundary exhibit in the city’s adopted TIRZ documents. Street proximity to N. White Chapel Boulevard isn’t enough to tell you. I can help you pull those records and read them.
What does the Shivers Farm TIRZ fund?
It is a financing tool for public infrastructure, and the specific improvements are listed in the adopted project and financing plan. The city’s TIRZ Board page states that the board oversees that plan. Read the plan itself rather than relying on summaries.
Can a TIRZ designation affect my home’s appraisal or resale value?
The designation alone is not a value forecast, and I wouldn’t treat it as one. What can matter is what the plan produces nearby, such as access changes, construction activity, or new development. Your price should be built from comparable sales and your home’s condition.
Does being near the TIRZ create a special tax or closing cost for my property?
The city records I reviewed do not show a seller-paid tax or closing charge created automatically by the zone. Confirm your specific parcel with your county tax records and your title company before you rely on that.
Where can I find the official TIRZ documents?
Start with the City of Southlake’s TIRZ Board page, then search the city’s agendas and records for the adopted ordinance, boundary exhibit, and project and financing plan. If you can’t find something, I’ll help you track it down.
Next step
The core point for Southlake Sellers is simple: verify your boundary status and the plan’s actual improvements, then present them honestly. You don’t need a prediction. You need documents and a clear way to talk about them. If you’re thinking about selling near Shivers’ Farm, I’ll go through your parcel, the adopted plan, and a pricing strategy built on current comparable sales. Schedule a consultation and we’ll start with your address.
Equal Housing Opportunity. Amy Spock, Serhant Texas, LLC. Regulated by the Texas Real Estate Commission; see the Information About Brokerage Services and Consumer Protection Notice. This article is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Confirm your own numbers and parcel details with your title company, tax advisor, or lender.
