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DTH+ Builds
Downtown Houston+ creates and supports transformative projects that enhance public spaces, connect communities and drive economic development across the district.
Main Street Promenade
The new Main Street Promenade is a seven-block pedestrian gathering space with expanded walkways, added shade and greenery, patio spaces and Houston's iconic blue tiles. This historic corridor in the heart of Downtown provides vital, comfortable connections to major destinations across the neighborhood.
Public Realm Action Plan
Downtown Houston+ and its partners have developed the Public Realm Action Plan—a guiding strategy that implements enhancements to public spaces while supporting commerce and activity across Downtown. It answers the question of how to enrich civic life and create a connected, walkable urban core that invites discovery.
Cool + Connected Corridors
Texas Avenue features the first elements of an initiative that brings innovative shade structures, new plantings and trees, and pedestrian lighting from Theater District to Daikin Park—providing comfort between world-class locations in Downtown.
Via Futbol
A temporary installation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this wayfinding initiative helps fans navigate Downtown along popular corridors overlaid with public realm enhancements to make the journey toward World Cup destinations intuitive, safe and comfortable.
Pedestrian Lighting
Downtown Houston+ is focused on enhancing pedestrian and mural lighting along key routes to create a safer, more lively nighttime environment. By illuminating popular pedestrian pathways, this initiative aims to improve navigation, encourage public activity and foster a connected, dynamic experience throughout Downtown.
Underpassage
A key recommendation of the Pedestrian Lighting Study, this artist installation illuminates a major pathway used by an estimated 4 million annual pedestrians that traverse this connection between Downtown and East Downtown.
Explore the tools, teams and initiatives that power Downtown Houston's growth and ensure a seamless experience for businesses, residents and visitors alike.
From transformative programs to day-to-day operations, these resources showcase our commitment to fostering a thriving and connected urban environment.
Clean & Green
Discover how our teams keep Downtown clean, beautiful and welcoming
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Programs & Incentives
Learn how Downtown Houston+ supports small businesses and retail storefronts
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Office Conversion Study
Dive deep into our study examining the feasibility of converting office spaces into residential living
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Research & Reports
Access timely reports and data supporting economic development and public policy
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Investment Map
Explore the evolution of Downtown Houston through our interactive Investment Map
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Mill & Overlay
Track street improvements across 120 blocks, creating smoother, safer Downtown travel
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