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Frequently Asked Questions |
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What is Heart
of The City (HOTC)?
HOTC is a
non-profit organization that has been charged with
the re-development & revitalization of our central
core. The Heart of the City Improvement Corp (HOTC)
was established to revitalize the inner city
commercial district through physical redevelopment
and attraction of new retail and entertainment
venues. These venues will attract a more affluent |
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clientele. HOTC realizes the vitality
of the downtown is essential to the economic health
of the entire city & region.
What are your
current boundaries?
Our area’s
boundaries are from Hackberry to Expressway 83 and
from Bicentennial to 10thst.
Why should I
join?
Locating in McAllen’s Downtown Entertainment &
Cultural District versus anywhere else in the city: |
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Special
permit granted every 3 years to Bars, Lounges, &
Dancehalls waiving the normal minimal distance
of 600 feet from churches, schools, and
residential areas
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Waiver of
having to go through the traditional
Conditional Use Process
New ordinances allowing mix use of commercial &
residential (Second floor loft living above
businesses)
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Alternative
parking requirements
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New
Multi-Million Dollar parking garage with lease
space for parking & restaurants
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Marketing
Assistance & Guidance from the Heart of the City
I would like to
see a map of everything, how can I do that?
This website will have a downloadable map in a few
weeks. You will also have an opportunity to see
what we’re envisioning
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I’m interested, how can I get a hold of you?
If you have a question, or even a comment, please
feel free to e-mail us or call us at 956-686-HELP (4357) during
regular business hours. If you need to set up an
appointment to see how we can make a difference in
you’re business or would like to volunteer please
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