The Heart of the Hill: An Action Plan for Downtown Cedar Hill
Downtown Cedar Hill is at an exciting crossroads. The Heart of the Hill will build on past planning efforts to bring the community’s shared vision to life—creating an even more vibrant, walkable, and welcoming downtown.
Through this action plan, the City and community will work together to identify development solutions for city-owned land, strengthen support for Cedar Hill’s unique small businesses, enhance the downtown experience, and prioritize opportunities for the public to be part of the process every step of the way.
The Heart of the Hill will focus on turning ideas into action—guided by market realities, community values, and a commitment to preserving what makes Cedar Hill unique.
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What do you love about Downtown?
What do you love about Downtown Cedar Hill?
What are your favorite things about Downtown Cedar Hill? What do you feel is most important for The Heart of the Hill to build upon? (max 140 characters).
20 May, 2025
Eliana says:
There is a dance studio that I go to plus some restaurants and coffee shops.
16 May, 2025
Jo Ann says:
I love the history, the quaintness, the walkability.
Build upon and revitalize existing structures that give charm to downtown CH.
10 May, 2025
Chocobyte@yahoo.com says:
Honestly, I don't do much in downtown CH. I visit Babe's and grab a pizza, but nothing else unless you consider the new library Downtown.
10 May, 2025
Ladyj says:
I love all of the community events. The local businesses are so unique.
10 May, 2025
tmbtot says:
The natural beauty, engagement opportunities
10 May, 2025
Zoe Hart says:
I love the events, especially the Christmas celebration. We enjoy the coffee shop and restaurant. It is nice to have the dance studio.
10 May, 2025
Katelin Smith says:
The nature preserves and trails
10 May, 2025
Moni B says:
It's small but so nice. It gives the small town feel. It visually beautiful and the pple are friendly.
10 May, 2025
tmbtot says:
The natural beauty, engagement opportunities
10 May, 2025
tcaraveo7@yahoo.com says:
The shops but need some faith based & some massage/nail shops thx
10 May, 2025
DawnB says:
The small town community feel in the metroplex.
7 May, 2025
GRACIA says:
I how it gives a small town vibe.
What does Downtown need?
What does Downtown Cedar Hill need?
What could Downtown Cedar Hill use more of? What would fill a need in the community or build on Downtown's momentum? (max 140 characters).
20 May, 2025
Eliana says:
More activity places.
16 May, 2025
Jo says:
Outdoor seating and dining, revitalize the historic Phillips lumber yard (outdoor mall), more parking, more green space.
10 May, 2025
Chocobyte@yahoo.com says:
I like the farmer's market but it is limited on space. I would like a walkable area like bishop arts but we need something to draw people.
9 May, 2025
Reb says:
At night downtown has spots that are very dark and just a bit scary. Need more lighting but balance light pollution and be bird friendly
8 May, 2025
Bec says:
More areas to park if you want to attract new people to downtown. I’ve seen peope double parked on Houston St. trying to visit stores.
7 May, 2025
GRACIA says:
More small businesses such as restaurants and shops.
3 May, 2025
Greg says:
More regular family events like Country Day, Scare, Holiday. Street dance 👍! Taste of Cedar Hill, BBQ tasting, wine crawl, movie night?
3 May, 2025
Reb says:
Need more restaurants/places to eat with multiple options not just chicken/pizza. Have covered picnic table or covered seat so people linger
