8th Impact Awards - Project Application

8th Annual Impact Awards
INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED BY ALL AWARD APPLICANTS
Applications and Fees have been extended and are due no later than **January 23rd, 2026**.
Payment form follows this application.

Please note: Application fees are based on the designation of the submitting company. Incomplete submissions, or submissions with no payment will not be considered for an award.
For full detail on the Impact Awards, click HERE for a read-only version of the application.
Authorization by Owner and Applicant

Check the question below to indicate that the owner authorizes this submittal and the applicant has full power to provide information and attests that ULI Dallas-Fort Worth may use, reproduce or make available for reproduction by others the information on this form (excluding financial information) and any supporting materials provided, including images.
Has the owner authorized this submittal?*

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Submitter's Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Company*
Title*
Cell Number*
xxx-xxx-xxxx
Work Number*
xxx-xxx-xxxx
Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
How are you connected to the project/development?
(Ex: Owner, Developer, Architect, Civil Engineer, Finance, etc.)
Submission Category

Please review the categories and choose the one that best fits your project.
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Applications for these awards are reviewed by a jury of experienced ULI members from across the US, representing multiple disciplines within real estate. The categories and their criteria are as listed below:
- Housing and Communities: Celebrating Excellence in Residential Development and Community Building
  Projects with exemplary leadership in the planning, design, financing, or construction of housing that promotes healthy, equitable, and thriving communities.
- Real Estate Finance and Investment: Recognizing Leadership in Capital Markets and Investment Strategies
  Projects, transactions, or investment initiatives which advanced the efficient connection of capital to real estate, promoting land use innovation and economic value creation.
- Sustainability and Economic Impact: Honoring Projects that Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance Excellence
  Projects whose sustainability principles were embedded in the creation, financing, design, or management of the built environment.
- Innovation in Development Practice: Showcasing Breakthrough Approaches in Real Estate Development
  Case studies or projects that illustrate new ideas, technologies, or methodologies that advanced real estate development.
- Shaping Successful Cities and Regions Award: Advancing Strategic Growth, Policy, and Infrastructure Initiatives
  Projects that contributed to shaping dynamic, resilient, and inclusive cities or regions through planning, policy, or major development initiatives.
- The Next Big Idea:Innovative Ideas that can positively impact the region's quality of the built environment
  Submissions do not have to be completed projects! We seek innovative developments that can positively impact the way in which planning and development are conducted, construction affordability, financing or other aspects of development. What would make our region more resilient? More enjoyable?
Which category are you entering?*

Housing & CommunitiesReal Estate Finance & InvestmentSustainability & Economic PerformanceInnovation in Development PracticeShaping Successful Cities & RegionsThe Next Big Idea

Project Details

Please provide the basic details and relevant specifications for your development/project.
Is this a Development/Project or Concept/Initiative?

Development/ProjectConcept/Initiative
Project Name*
Onsite Contact*

First NameLast Name
Onsite Cell*
xxx-xxx-xxxx
Project's Physical Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Executive Summary
Provide a brief overview of the project or initative. List primary goals and target outcomes, and how the project aligns with the selected catagory's focus (300-500 words.)*

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Detailed Project Narrative
Describe the project or initiative in detail, addressing:
Housing and Communities: Community needs addressed, affordability impact, resident engagement.
Real Estate Finance and Investment: Capital structure, market impact, investment performance.
Sustainability and Economic Performance: ESG practices, performance metrics, long-term outcomes.
Innovation in Development Practice: New methodologies, technology use, results achieved.
Shaping Successful Cities and Regions: Planning, policy impact, regional transformation, multi-sector collaboration.
The Next Big Idea: Innovative Ideas that can positively impact the region's quality of the built environment.
(Max 3,000 words)*

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Supporting Metrics and Data
Provide quantifiable evidence such as: Occupancy rates, affordability levels, ROI, ESG certifications, GHG reduction, economic impact studies, mobility improvements, etc. (Please include charts or tables if possible in the file uploader at the end of this application.)
Project Team

Provide company name and individual contact person name, phone, and email or each member of the development team. (If more than one per category, list the primary organization.)
DEVELOPER
OWNER (if different)
LAND PLANNER
ARCHITECT
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
FINANCING SOURCE
LAW FIRM
Please list Subconsultants as applicable, adding lines as needed (E.g.: Structural, Landscape, MEP, etc.)*
OTHER (Any affiliated companies you wish to be recognized.)
Visual Documentation
Please submit 5-10 images in PDF, JPG, or PNG format. The images must be high resolution (300 ppi minimum), with your primary image preferrably being 3000 x 5333px or larger.

Captions for images are encouraged, but not required.
Image 1 HIGH RESOLUTION (3000 px by 5333 px at 300 dpi; .pdf, .jpg, .jpeg, .png format)*

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Optional: Diagrams, plans, videos, renderings, or dashboards that support your narrative.

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Application Fee Information
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- $300 Private Sector or Public/Private Partnership
- $150 Public Sector (Government or Nonprofit only)
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8th Annual Impact Awards

Authorization by Owner and Applicant

Project Details

Executive Summary

Detailed Project Narrative

Project Team

Visual Documentation

Application Fee Information