Richardson, TX
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Richardson offers over 900 acres of parks, trails, and a vibrant cultural scene, including the Eisemann Center and Wildflower! Festival. Known for its quality of life, diverse neighborhoods, great location, and strong tech industry, it’s consistently ranked a top place to live and work. The City values open government and ongoing community engagement.
Address Change
The Richardson Address Change page guides new residents on updating their address with key agencies and provides info on Texas vehicle registration.
City Council
The Richardson City Council page outlines the roles of elected officials, meeting times, and how they govern the city through policies, budgets, and ordinances.
Economic Development
The Richardson Economic Development page showcases programs and incentives that support business growth and city revitalization.
Education
The Richardson Education page provides an overview of local educational institutions, including the Richardson and Plano Independent School Districts, and the University of Texas at Dallas.
Neighborhoods
The Richardson Neighborhoods page provides information on HOAs, code enforcement, and ways to connect with the community.
Permits
The Richardson Permits page explains how to obtain permits for building, alarms, garage sales, and more.
Safety
The Richardson Safety page provides new residents with information on police, fire, emergency management, and animal services, including safety tips, permits, and contact details.
Service Activation
The Richardson Service Activation page assists new residents in setting up essential services like water, electricity, natural gas, internet, and alarm permits, providing application methods and contact details.
Stay Connected
The Stay Connected page helps residents stay informed through newsletters, the MyRichardson app, and city social media.
Transportation
The Richardson Transportation page guides new residents on local transit, vehicle registration, and parking permits.
Trash & Recycling
The Richardson Trash & Recycling page provides information on collection schedules, set-out guidelines, and the Brush & Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) program.