Celina Commission Backs New Kia Dealership Plan
The city moves closer to adding a major new automotive retail facility on Dallas Parkway.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Buying/Selling
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The Celina Planning and Zoning Commission recently recommended approval for a zoning amendment to accommodate a new, large-scale Kia dealership. The project, proposed by the Mills Automotive Group, would be located at the intersection of Dallas Parkway and Cobb Street.
Why it matters
City officials support the proposal because the facility aligns with local building standards while promising to generate significant tax revenue and local employment. The project represents a continued expansion of the city's automotive corridor.
The proposed Kia project will span approximately 10 acres and is expected to provide jobs for roughly 80 people. This follows the approval of a 100,000 square foot Mac Haik Chevrolet dealership in the city earlier this year.
The players
Mills Automotive Group
This organization is a major automotive retailer that currently operates 40 dealerships across the country.
Celina Planning and Zoning Commission
This municipal body is responsible for reviewing and recommending changes to land use and zoning regulations within the city.
The details
The site will be divided between a dealership building located north of Cobb Street and vehicle inventory areas situated to the south. Once completed, the developers intend for the facility to operate as the largest Kia dealership in Texas.
Timeline
The original planned development district was established in 2017.
The development district saw subsequent amendments in 2021 and 2023.
The city approved its first new dealership in decades in March 2026.
The commission recommended the zoning amendment on October 22, 2026.
Roadmap
This project fits within the specific design requirements of the Dallas North Tollway Overlay District and follows the city's recent aggressive expansion of its auto retail sector. By bringing a flagship Kia location to Celina, the city continues to compete with regional rivals for high-volume automotive sales and tax revenue.
Residents can anticipate a significant increase in local job opportunities with 80 positions expected to be created. The addition of another major dealership to the Dallas Parkway corridor may also impact local traffic patterns once construction commences.
The takeaway
The approval of this site marks a shift in Celina's commercial landscape as it establishes itself as a regional hub for vehicle inventory. Interested observers should monitor future city council agendas for the final zoning vote.
Further reading
For more on the local retail climate, visit the Celina Buying/Selling page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Star Local.
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