The Roundabout in Buda Marks Construction Milestone With Community Ground Breaking Ceremony

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. The event celebrates construction already underway for the project, which is designed to serve as a central hub for residents to connect, relax, and build community.

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 ceremony. The development is made possible through an incentive between the City of Buda and the Buda EDC. Unlike traditional retail centers or strip malls, The Roundabout 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. Attendees include Mayor Urbanovsky, City Manager Grau, Jennifer Storm (Buda EDC), Monica Davidson (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 significance of this development extends beyond its physical structure. As Buda grows, the need for intentional spaces that foster community connection becomes increasingly vital. The Roundabout addresses this by providing a walkable, mixed-use environment that encourages social interaction and supports local businesses. This project is expected to have lasting economic and social impacts on the region, serving as a model for future developments in similar growing communities.

For more information about The Roundabout in Buda, available property spaces, or partnership opportunities, visit RoundaboutInBuda.com or contact Tim Dowling.