Project Spotlight: Municipal Management District
The Energy Corridor District
The Energy Corridor District is one of Houston’s most significant employment and economic centers, home to Fortune 500 companies, global energy firms, and leading engineering and technology employers. Spanning more than 2,000 acres, the District supports millions of square feet of office, retail, and dining space and serves as a daily destination for more than 60,000 commuters.
Scale
2,000+ acres
Dining and Retail
3.7M square feet
Office Space
27M square feet, including 21M square feet of class-A office space
Economic Impact
60,000+ people commuting daily to work
Green Space
Access to 26,000 acres of parks and open space
The Challenge
The Energy Corridor required a governance and financing framework capable of supporting continued reinvestment in a dense, multi-jurisdictional environment to fund public safety, mobility, and infrastructure improvements. Balancing long-term economic competitiveness with transparency, fiscal responsibility, and evolving community needs required carefully structured public-finance tools and ongoing legal guidance.
The Solution
Established in 2001 by the Texas Legislature as Harris County Improvement District #4, the District advances public safety, mobility, infrastructure, and economic development projects that accelerate area improvements and establish long-term community vitality.
ABHR’s Role
ABHR serves as counsel to the Energy Corridor District, and provides ongoing legal guidance related to district operations, financing mechanisms, and coordination with public entities.