AUSTIN, TX—Last week, the coalition made recommendations that would help produce the smart, comprehensive code that's needed to house Austin's rapidly growing population.

HOUSTON—Driven by petrochemical exports, residual effect of west-east cargo shift, industrial market strength, and the Panama Canal and ship channel's expansions, companies continue to view Houston as a solid investment.

SAN JOSE—The Civic Center campus agreement proposes a site that is welcoming and accessible to the public, while at the same time evaluating potential uses that will benefit the community.

AUSTIN, TX—Lincoln Ventures plans a living experience unlike what is typically offered by other developments, along with car-sharing options and other transportation alternatives.

PHOENIX—Large international and out-of-state companies are gobbling up space including creative office transformations and projects from the ground up, as Arizona continues its CRE frenzy.

HOUSTON—The Serendipity Labs Houston franchisee is Cameron Management, owner of the historic Esperson building, which will manage 10 labs in the Houston area.

DALLAS—All of the properties are single-tenant assets that are 100% occupied by tenant brands such as Berkshire Hathaway, Sunny Delight and Claire's Stores.

SAN FRANCISCO—Among the latest activities are sales in the Bayview District and at 5555 Auto Mall Pkwy., retail leasing at Potrero 1010, and $120 million in office funding at Main Street Cupertino.