Flagship Kia Dealership Proposed for Celina
The 10-acre development near Dallas Parkway and Cobb Street would become a flagship location for the region.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Buying/Selling
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The Celina Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval for a new flagship Kia dealership located at the intersection of Dallas Parkway and Cobb Street. This 10-acre site is set to host what is projected to be the largest Kia dealership in Texas.
Why it matters
The proposal signifies a continued shift in the local economic landscape toward automotive retail. City staff support the development because it meets specific design standards, is expected to create 80 jobs, and will contribute to local tax revenue.
The proposed 10-acre site will include a main building north of Cobb Street and vehicle inventory storage to the south. The facility aims to serve as a flagship location for the Mills Automotive Group, which currently manages a network of 40 dealerships.
The players
Mills Automotive Group
A dealer network operating 40 locations that is seeking to build a new flagship Kia facility.
Celina Planning and Zoning Commission
The local board responsible for reviewing and recommending land use and zoning changes for city development.
The details
The development plan, designated as Planned Development No. 80, requires a zoning amendment to move the property from mixed-use to automotive retail. The project is situated within the suburban subzone of the Dallas North Tollway Overlay District. City staff vetted the proposal against local building design standards before the commission moved to recommend approval.
Timeline
2017: Original planned development district established.
2021: Planned development district amended.
2023: Planned development district amended.
March 2026: City approved its first new dealership in decades.
October 22, 2026: Commission recommended approval of zoning amendment.
The Home Front
This project continues the trend of automotive-focused development along the Dallas North Tollway corridor. It adheres to the design criteria set by the Dallas North Tollway Overlay District, which dictates how large-scale retail projects integrate with the city's growth.
Residents near the Dallas Parkway and Cobb Street intersection should monitor upcoming city council agendas for the final project approval vote. The increase in local commercial activity and employment opportunities may impact traffic patterns in the immediate vicinity.
The takeaway
Celina is continuing to expand its automotive retail corridor with a new flagship dealership. Residents can track the project's progression by monitoring future Celina City Council meeting minutes regarding Planned Development No. 80.
Further reading
For updates on local retail and commercial projects, visit the Celina Buying/Selling page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Star Local.
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