A new sports and entertainment district is set to transform Northwest Harris County into a prime destination for business, visitors and civic life.
The Houston Texans, Harris County and Howard Hughes announced plans for Toro District™, an 83-acre development in Bridgeland, Howard Hughes’ master-planned community in Cypress. The district will house the Texans’ new headquarters and training facility, which is expected to open in 2029, according to the Houston Business Journal, alongside retail, restaurant, hotel and medical space.
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Projected to generate $34 billion in economic impact, the project will create more than 17,000 jobs across the region over time.
In 2025, Bridgeland ranked No. 11 nationally and No. 3 in Texas for home sales, according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. Howard Hughes projects that the community will eventually accommodate 70,000 residents.
“This is not just a headquarters. It is a statement about where Houston is going,” said David O’Reilly, Chief Executive Officer of Howard Hughes, in a press release. “When you bring together visionary public leadership, a world-class NFL franchise, and a long-term development partner, you can do something far bigger than any one organization alone. Toro District will create jobs, strengthen infrastructure, expand access to services, and deliver a gathering place that families will enjoy for generations.”
Community & Infrastructure Investments
The project is designed to enhance quality of life for residents through infrastructure and community investments such as expanded parks and trail networks, mobility and infrastructure upgrades and a future on-site Community Services Center to improve access to county resources.
The Texans’ 22-acre facility will also support community engagement through youth programming, events and educational partnerships with nearby districts and institutions such as Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, Waller ISD and Lone Star College. Students will have access to internship opportunities, career pathway programs and sports-focused initiatives.
Workforce development will further be supported through local hiring initiatives and apprenticeship opportunities associated with construction and skilled trades.
“This public-private partnership reflects what we strive to do every day in Harris County—transform lives through education, job training, and employment opportunities,” said Commissioner Briones.
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