Plano, Texas, January 6, 2026
AT&T has confirmed plans to move its global headquarters from downtown Dallas to a new 54-acre campus in Plano, Texas, targeting partial occupancy by late 2028. This relocation aims to consolidate its administrative spaces in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and enhance collaboration and innovation. The decision leaves uncertainty regarding AT&T’s existing properties in downtown Dallas, raising questions about their future. Local officials from both cities have commented on the potential economic impacts of this move, highlighting the ongoing trend of major businesses relocating to suburban areas.
Plano, Texas
AT&T Announces Relocation of Global Headquarters to Plano, Leaving Downtown Dallas
AT&T, one of North Texas’s largest employers, has confirmed plans to move its global headquarters from downtown Dallas to a new 54-acre campus in Plano, Texas. The company aims to begin partial occupancy of the new headquarters as early as the second half of 2028. This decision follows months of evaluating office spaces across North Texas and reflects AT&T’s desire for a more expansive, suburban-style campus. The new location at 5400 Legacy Drive will consolidate all Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex administrative spaces, including those in Central Dallas, Plano, and Irving, into a single corporate campus designed for collaboration, innovation, and engagement.
The move raises questions about the future of AT&T’s significant real estate holdings in downtown Dallas, including the Discovery District, a $100 million development that opened in 2021. The company has not specified plans for these properties, and their future remains uncertain. Additionally, AT&T’s lease at the 37-story Whitacre Tower in downtown Dallas runs through December 31, 2031, adding complexity to the transition.
City leaders in both Dallas and Plano have responded to the announcement. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson acknowledged the company’s preference for a suburban-style campus and emphasized the city’s ongoing economic strengths. Plano Mayor John Muns welcomed the relocation, describing it as a powerful reinvestment in the Legacy business district and a boost to the area’s innovation and growth.
AT&T’s decision to relocate its headquarters to Plano is part of a broader trend of major businesses moving operations to North Texas suburbs, benefiting communities like Plano. The company, which employs over 10,000 people in the region, had been headquartered in San Antonio before moving to Dallas in 2008. The new campus in Plano is expected to bring fresh momentum to the Legacy district and contribute to the area’s continued development.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why is AT&T moving its headquarters from Dallas to Plano?
AT&T is relocating its headquarters to Plano to establish a more expansive, suburban-style campus that allows for the consolidation of all Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex administrative spaces into a single corporate campus designed for collaboration, innovation, and engagement.
What will happen to AT&T’s current properties in downtown Dallas?
The future of AT&T’s significant real estate holdings in downtown Dallas, including the Discovery District, remains uncertain. The company has not specified plans for these properties, and their future is currently unknown.
When does AT&T plan to occupy the new headquarters in Plano?
AT&T aims to begin partial occupancy of the new headquarters in Plano as early as the second half of 2028.
How will this move impact AT&T employees?
The relocation may affect employees’ commutes, as AT&T requires them to be in the office five days a week. The company has not provided specific details on how the move will impact its workforce.
What is the size of the new AT&T headquarters in Plano?
The new headquarters will span 54 acres of land at 5400 Legacy Drive in Plano, Texas.
Key Features of AT&T’s Headquarters Relocation
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Headquarters Location | 5400 Legacy Drive, Plano, Texas |
| Campus Size | 54 acres |
| Occupancy Target | Second half of 2028 |
| Consolidation of Administrative Spaces | Combining locations in Central Dallas, Plano, and Irving |
| Design Focus | Collaboration, innovation, and engagement |
| Impact on Downtown Dallas Properties | Future plans for properties, including the Discovery District, remain uncertain |
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