Villages of Carmel Park Construction Project

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In 2018, the City of Denton acquired a 6.5-acre parcel at 6414 Edwards Rd., located at the southwest corner of Swisher Road and Edwards Road, earmarked for a future park. The overarching vision for this property is to create a vibrant recreational space that caters specifically to the diverse needs and preferences of the local community.

In December 2020, marking a significant milestone, the City of Denton took a decisive step forward by enlisting the expertise of a consultant to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for the Villages of Carmel Property. This marked the commencement of a collaborative process geared towards envisioning the park's potential and strategically shaping its future. Subsequently, from March to July 2021, the City of Denton, working hand-in-hand with the consultant, delved into an intensive phase of coordination and design. This inclusive process integrated public perspectives through multiple engagement forums, involving crucial stakeholders such as the City Council, Parks Board, Committee of Persons with Disabilities, internal staff, and the local community. The culmination of these efforts resulted in a final park rendering that authentically reflects the collective vision and aspirations of those set to benefit from this community space.

For the latest updates and news related to the Villages of Carmel Park development, please follow the project and visit the news feed below. We extend an invitation for you to stay actively engaged and informed as we navigate through this transformative journey. Your ongoing input and feedback play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of this project.



In 2018, the City of Denton acquired a 6.5-acre parcel at 6414 Edwards Rd., located at the southwest corner of Swisher Road and Edwards Road, earmarked for a future park. The overarching vision for this property is to create a vibrant recreational space that caters specifically to the diverse needs and preferences of the local community.

In December 2020, marking a significant milestone, the City of Denton took a decisive step forward by enlisting the expertise of a consultant to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for the Villages of Carmel Property. This marked the commencement of a collaborative process geared towards envisioning the park's potential and strategically shaping its future. Subsequently, from March to July 2021, the City of Denton, working hand-in-hand with the consultant, delved into an intensive phase of coordination and design. This inclusive process integrated public perspectives through multiple engagement forums, involving crucial stakeholders such as the City Council, Parks Board, Committee of Persons with Disabilities, internal staff, and the local community. The culmination of these efforts resulted in a final park rendering that authentically reflects the collective vision and aspirations of those set to benefit from this community space.

For the latest updates and news related to the Villages of Carmel Park development, please follow the project and visit the news feed below. We extend an invitation for you to stay actively engaged and informed as we navigate through this transformative journey. Your ongoing input and feedback play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of this project.



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  • Share When will the park be finished? on Facebook Share When will the park be finished? on Twitter Share When will the park be finished? on Linkedin Email When will the park be finished? link

    When will the park be finished?

    Julie jj asked 13 days ago

    Hello Julie, 

    Thanks for your question! Currently, Parks and Recreation staff expect the project to be completed by Summer of 2026. You can stay up-to-date on the project by returning to this page and reading the project updates that we will be posting as the project continues toward completion. 

    Warm regards, 

    Omar Siddiqi

    (Admin Analyst, Denton Parks and Recreation) 


  • Share I thought there was a plan to consider a basketball court (like half size) somewhere in the park: is it not the case any more? on Facebook Share I thought there was a plan to consider a basketball court (like half size) somewhere in the park: is it not the case any more? on Twitter Share I thought there was a plan to consider a basketball court (like half size) somewhere in the park: is it not the case any more? on Linkedin Email I thought there was a plan to consider a basketball court (like half size) somewhere in the park: is it not the case any more? link

    I thought there was a plan to consider a basketball court (like half size) somewhere in the park: is it not the case any more?

    LKnight asked 29 days ago

    Hello and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, a basketball court could not be accommodated in the revised park space due to the site's topography and the thick tree cover at the park. 


    Omar Siddiqi

    Admin. Analyst - Denton Parks and Rec

    omar.siddiqi@cityofdenton.com


  • Share When will construction start it stated that March 2025. Very excited about this new project near our community on Facebook Share When will construction start it stated that March 2025. Very excited about this new project near our community on Twitter Share When will construction start it stated that March 2025. Very excited about this new project near our community on Linkedin Email When will construction start it stated that March 2025. Very excited about this new project near our community link

    When will construction start it stated that March 2025. Very excited about this new project near our community

    EveH asked 6 months ago

    Hello! 

    We received bid proposals on March 7th and they came in very high. We are still evaluating the bids, the project's scope and potential funding sources. Stay tuned!

    Mary Gardocki, Park Planning Manager

  • Share Has the parks department started building this park yet? We’ve been waiting a very long time for this park. on Facebook Share Has the parks department started building this park yet? We’ve been waiting a very long time for this park. on Twitter Share Has the parks department started building this park yet? We’ve been waiting a very long time for this park. on Linkedin Email Has the parks department started building this park yet? We’ve been waiting a very long time for this park. link

    Has the parks department started building this park yet? We’ve been waiting a very long time for this park.

    Shelby asked 6 months ago

    Hello! We apologize for the delay in responding. We received bid proposals on March 7th and they came in very high. We are still evaluating the bids, the project's scope and potential funding sources. Stay tuned!

    Mary Gardocki, Park Planning Manager

    mary.gardocki@cityofdenton.com

  • Share Hello, Has Construction started for this park yet? I see you were planning on a summer 2024 start date with expectations to finish in 2025. Thank you! on Facebook Share Hello, Has Construction started for this park yet? I see you were planning on a summer 2024 start date with expectations to finish in 2025. Thank you! on Twitter Share Hello, Has Construction started for this park yet? I see you were planning on a summer 2024 start date with expectations to finish in 2025. Thank you! on Linkedin Email Hello, Has Construction started for this park yet? I see you were planning on a summer 2024 start date with expectations to finish in 2025. Thank you! link

    Hello, Has Construction started for this park yet? I see you were planning on a summer 2024 start date with expectations to finish in 2025. Thank you!

    Andrew B asked about 1 year ago

    Hello Andrew, 

    Construction has not started for this park yet and is anticipated to start this winter. This would push the park opening to 2025. Please stay tuned for more details as we hope to have this project out to bid in the next few weeks!

    Sincerely, 

    Colleen Fitzpatrick, Park Project Coordinator

  • Share Hello, Are you still planning on starting on this park this summer? Is this on track to be open early 2025? Thank you on Facebook Share Hello, Are you still planning on starting on this park this summer? Is this on track to be open early 2025? Thank you on Twitter Share Hello, Are you still planning on starting on this park this summer? Is this on track to be open early 2025? Thank you on Linkedin Email Hello, Are you still planning on starting on this park this summer? Is this on track to be open early 2025? Thank you link

    Hello, Are you still planning on starting on this park this summer? Is this on track to be open early 2025? Thank you

    Andrew B asked about 1 year ago

    Hello Andrew, 

    There have been several delays on this project. We expect to receive approvals from development services within the month, which will initiate the procurement process to advertise the project and receive bids for construction. We are hoping to break ground this winter. Thanks for reaching out!

    Sincerely, 

    Colleen Fitzpatrick, Park Project Coordinator

  • Share When is the park construction supposed to begin/end? We are so excited to have a nice city park around the corner! on Facebook Share When is the park construction supposed to begin/end? We are so excited to have a nice city park around the corner! on Twitter Share When is the park construction supposed to begin/end? We are so excited to have a nice city park around the corner! on Linkedin Email When is the park construction supposed to begin/end? We are so excited to have a nice city park around the corner! link

    When is the park construction supposed to begin/end? We are so excited to have a nice city park around the corner!

    Annie Skipper asked over 1 year ago

    Hello,

    We anticipate this project to begin construction this summer of 2024 and expect the project to last approximately 9-12 months pending weather conditions.

  • Share Hello! Are there any plans to construct climbing boulders similar to the McKenna park project at this park? Do we have an estimate on when construction will begin? on Facebook Share Hello! Are there any plans to construct climbing boulders similar to the McKenna park project at this park? Do we have an estimate on when construction will begin? on Twitter Share Hello! Are there any plans to construct climbing boulders similar to the McKenna park project at this park? Do we have an estimate on when construction will begin? on Linkedin Email Hello! Are there any plans to construct climbing boulders similar to the McKenna park project at this park? Do we have an estimate on when construction will begin? link

    Hello! Are there any plans to construct climbing boulders similar to the McKenna park project at this park? Do we have an estimate on when construction will begin?

    Ghaeger asked over 1 year ago

    Hello,

    The boulders that are shown on the design are not similar to McKenna Park. The boulders placed around the playground area depicted in the renders are natural boulders that exist within the property.

    The park is estimated to start this summer with the completion coming sometime in 2025. Stay tuned for more information.

    Thanks,

    Chris Escoto, Park Planning Manager

Page last updated: 04 Sep 2025, 01:20 PM