The Buda Economic Development Corporation (Buda EDC) announced that The Roundabout in Buda, an 18-acre, nine-building community-focused development on Ranch to Market 967, will host a community shovel ceremony on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., celebrating the construction that is already underway. Developer Tim Dowling and Buda Capital Partners will be joined by Mayor Lee Urbanovsky, City Manager Micah Grau, and Buda EDC CEO Jennifer Storm at the event.
Made possible through an incentive between the City of Buda and the Buda EDC, The Roundabout is a purpose-built destination development in West Buda designed to fill a growing demand for a central place where residents can connect, relax, and build community. Unlike traditional retail centers or strip malls, the development is intentionally walkable, shaped around a signature circular promenade that integrates retail, dining, office space, trails, patios, playgrounds, and inviting outdoor areas into a seamless, community-centric experience.
“The dirt has already started moving, but today is about the community that made this possible,” said Dowling. “It's an incentive-backed project, supported by the City of Buda and the Buda EDC.”
“This project is a true reflection of what the people of Buda have been asking for: a place where the community can thrive,” said Jennifer Storm, Chief Executive Officer for the Buda Economic Development Corporation. “The Roundabout enhances quality of life while honoring the heritage that makes Buda special.”
As Buda continues to experience high population growth, residents have expressed a strong desire for a true community gathering place where families, friends, and neighbors can come together, not just to shop and dine, but to spend time, celebrate, and connect. The Roundabout was created to meet that need, delivering family-focused amenities such as pickleball, volleyball, live music, and kids' play areas.
“Buda’s evolution calls for intentional spaces that bring people together, and The Roundabout development is focused on creating a community-gathering environment,” said Dowling. “At the same time, the people-forward design was intentionally created to stand the test of time. This type of multiuse destination will serve residents, visitors, and support economic growth in the City for generations to come.”
The event will take place at 1141 RM 967, Buda, Texas, and will feature Mayor Urbanovsky, City Manager Grau, Jennifer Storm, Monica Davidson of the Chamber, Tim Dowling, tenants, and investors. Located a mile from Downtown Buda on the South edge of Austin along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Marcos, The Roundabout is 51% pre-leased and will be surrounded by almost 9,000 homes. Anchors include M. McCall's Pub and a Moontower-style entertainment venue, both run by Buda Capital Partners. Future tenants La Ola Pop Shop and Trianon Coffee will serve refreshments at the ceremony.
The Roundabout represents a significant investment in the community infrastructure of Buda, addressing the need for a central gathering place as the city grows. By providing a walkable, mixed-use environment, the development aims to enhance quality of life, support local businesses, and foster economic growth. The project's success could serve as a model for other rapidly growing Texas communities seeking to create similar community-centric spaces. For more information about The Roundabout, visit RoundaboutInBuda.com.
