Elevation Certificate Required for all new development regulated by this ordinance. Show Less Show More Floodways Floodways located within areas of special flood hazard established in Section 4.06.02. B are areas designated as floodways. Show Less Show More Open Drainage and Enclosed Drainage All improvements to open drainage courses and enclosed drainage structures in areas of special flood hazard shall be designed by a registered Professional Engineer. Show Less All improvements to open drainage courses and enclosed drainage structures in areas of special flood hazard shall be designed... Show More Permit Procedures Application for a Development Permit shall be presented to the Floodplain Administrator on forms furnished by him/her. Show Less Show More Prohibitions within Special Flood Hazard Areas No Floodplain Development Permit Application shall be approved for any structure or parking area that encroaches on an Area of Special Flood Hazard unless: Show Less No Floodplain Development Permit Application shall be approved for any structure or parking area that encroaches on an Area o... Show More Subdivision Proposals All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall be consistent with Sections 4.06.01B, C and D. Show Less All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall be consistent with Sectio... Show More

Drainage Plan Show Less Show More Homeowners' or Property Owners' Associations When a Subdivision contains common areas, common property, or other improvements, a Homeowners' or Property Owners' Association shall be created. Show Less When a Subdivision contains common areas, common property, or other improvements, a Homeowners' or Property Owners' Associati... Show More Traffic Impact Analysis To assess the effects of specific development activity on the existing and planned roadway system. Show Less Show More Underground Utilities All distribution lines, cables, etc. for utilities shall be installed below ground within the Subdivision. Show Less Show More Wastewater Utility All lots, tracts or parcels on which development is proposed shall be served by an approved means of wastewater collection and treatment. Show Less All lots, tracts or parcels on which development is proposed shall be served by an approved means of wastewater collection an... Show More Water Reclamation and Reuse To define the terms and conditions for which Reuse Water may be provided to Users within the City's Reuse Water Service Area. Show Less Show More Water Utility All Subdivisions shall provide an approved water distribution system connected to the existing City water system. Show Less Show More

Comprehensive Plan All future subdivisions of land within the City limits and the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) shall be laid out subject to the approval of the City. Show Less All future subdivisions of land within the City limits and the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) shall be laid out subject ... Show More Construction Plans and Procedures To ensure that Public Improvements are installed to serve a development in accordance with all Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards. Show Less To ensure that Public Improvements are installed to serve a development in accordance with all Subdivision Regulations and De... Show More Enforcement A Subdivision Plat shall not be filed of record until it has been approved by the City and all Public Improvements have been accepted by the City. Show Less A Subdivision Plat shall not be filed of record until it has been approved by the City and all Public Improvements have been ... Show More Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards are hereby extended to all of the area lying within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City. Show Less Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards are hereby extended to all of the area lying within the extraterritorial ju... Show More General Plat Requirements All submittals shall conform to the appropriate Development Application. Show Less Show More Public Improvements The subdivider shall furnish, install and construct the Public Improvements necessary for the proper development of the Subdivision. Show Less The subdivider shall furnish, install and construct the Public Improvements necessary for the proper development of the Subdi... Show More

Amortization of Nonconforming Uses Only the City Council, by majority vote, may request that the Board of Adjustment consider establishing a compliance date for a Nonconforming Use. Show Less Only the City Council, by majority vote, may request that the Board of Adjustment consider establishing a compliance date for... Show More Reinstatement of Nonconforming Use Rights Show Less Show More

Lighting Plan Standards for controlling fixed and temporary outdoor lighting and glare are set forth to reduce annoyance and inconvenience. Show Less Show More Zoning Upon Annexation Proceedings to establish zoning may be undertaken concurrently with annexation procedures. Show Less Show More Zoning Vested Rights Petition To determine whether one or more standards of this UDC should not be applied to a plan or Application, or whether certain permits are subject to expiration. Show Less To determine whether one or more standards of this UDC should not be applied to a plan or Application, or whether certain per... Show More

How to Use the Form Based Code This Code applies in the assessment of all Applications within Form Districts. Show Less Show More

Adult Entertainment An appropriate license is required to operate such a facility. Show Less Show More General Application Processing Show Less Show More Group Living Operating License Show Less Show More Modular Homes Show Less Show More Pre-Application Meeting The Pre-Application Meeting is intended to allow for the exchange of non-binding information between the Applicant and City Staff. Show Less The Pre-Application Meeting is intended to allow for the exchange of non-binding information between the Applicant and City S... Show More Short-Term Residential Rental The Applicant must obtain a Short-Term Residential Rental permit from the City and provide proof of ownership of the residence. Show Less The Applicant must obtain a Short-Term Residential Rental permit from the City and provide proof of ownership of the residenc... Show More Specific Use Permit Uses which are so classified because they may have adverse effects or more intensely dominate the area in which they are located than do other uses permitted in the district. Show Less Uses which are so classified because they may have adverse effects or more intensely dominate the area in which they are loca... Show More Zoning-Related Applications These procedures shall apply to any zoning related plan or Application that is required by the City and is submitted in accordance with this UDC. Show Less These procedures shall apply to any zoning related plan or Application that is required by the City and is submitted in accor... Show More

Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Zone A water quality control must be designed in accordance with the Engineering Criteria Manual. Show Less Show More Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Zone (outside of the zone) Shall comply with Water Quality Protection inside of the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Zone, with some modifications herein. Show Less Show More

Antenna Facilities Co-Location Show Less Show More Antenna Location Waiver An Application to locate Antenna Facilities or Antennas that requires an Antenna Location Waiver must follow the approval process for a Zoning Special Exception. Show Less An Application to locate Antenna Facilities or Antennas that requires an Antenna Location Waiver must follow the approval pro... Show More Wireless Transmission Facilities (Applicability) A building permit must be obtained prior to the construction or installation of Antenna Facilities. Show Less Show More

Petition for Subdivision Waiver To determine whether or not such particular standard or requirement should be applied to an Application. Show Less Show More Subdivision Proportionality Appeal For relief from a dedication, construction requirement, or a requirement to pay a fee. Show Less Show More Subdivision Vested Rights Petition To determine whether an Application should be processed under the terms of a previous ordinance, to provide a process for determination of possible vested status, and to determine when certain permits are subject to expiration. Show Less To determine whether an Application should be processed under the terms of a previous ordinance, to provide a process for det... Show More

Amending Plat To provide an expeditious means of making minor revisions to a recorded Plat consistent with provisions of State law. Show Less Show More Final Plat That the proposed Subdivision and development of the land is consistent with all standards of these Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards. Show Less That the proposed Subdivision and development of the land is consistent with all standards of these Subdivision Regulations a... Show More License to Encroach To determine the potential impacts of proposed improvements, structures, facilities, and encroachments into a public street, roadway, sidewalk, Right-of-Way, or easement. Show Less To determine the potential impacts of proposed improvements, structures, facilities, and encroachments into a public street, ... Show More Minor Plat To simplify divisions of land under certain circumstances as outlined in Texas Local Government Code Section 212.0065. Show Less Show More Petition for Development Agreement An application for a development agreement seeking to delay certain improvement requirements of this Code may be filed. Show Less Show More Plat Vacation To provide an expeditious means of vacating a recorded Plat in its entirety, consistent with provisions of State law. Show Less Show More Preliminary Plat The purpose of a Preliminary Plat shall be to determine the general layout of the subdivision, the adequacy of public facilities needed to serve the intended development. Show Less The purpose of a Preliminary Plat shall be to determine the general layout of the subdivision, the adequacy of public facilit... Show More Replat A Replat of all or a portion of a recorded Plat may be approved in accordance with State law without vacation of the recorded Plat. Show Less A Replat of all or a portion of a recorded Plat may be approved in accordance with State law without vacation of the recorded... Show More Sketch Plan The purpose of a Sketch Plan shall be to serve as a visual aid to the Applicant and Director of Planning during the Pre-Application Meeting. Show Less The purpose of a Sketch Plan shall be to serve as a visual aid to the Applicant and Director of Planning during the Pre-Appli... Show More Subdivision Process Summary Show Less Show More Types of Plats Show Less Show More

Certificate of Appropriateness for Demolition application involving a claim of Economic Hardship The Historic Preservation Officer shall review the application. Show Less Show More Certificates of Appropriateness for Alterations/New Construction Affecting Historic Locations The procedure for obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness may be initiated by the City for all City-owned Landmarks. Show Less Show More Certificates of Appropriateness for Demolition Affecting Landmarks or Historic Districts The procedure for obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness for Demolition may be initiated by the city for all city-owned Landmarks. Show Less The procedure for obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness for Demolition may be initiated by the city for all city-owned L... Show More Designation and Development in the O-H District or Historic Landmark for Parking Requirements Applies to all properties and development designated or that may be designated in the future as a historic landmark or located within a Historic Overlay (O-H) District. Show Less Applies to all properties and development designated or that may be designated in the future as a historic landmark or locate... Show More Procedure for Designation or Amendment of Historic Overlay (O-H) Districts Show Less Show More Procedure to Mitigate Demolition by Neglect Demolition by Neglect refers to the gradual deterioration of a property when routine or minimum maintenance is not performed. Show Less Show More

Specific Use Permit with referenced conditions Show Less Show More Subject to referenced conditions Conditional development standards shall apply. Show Less Show More

Park Land and Trail Provision To provide for the adequate provision of park land and a connected trail network to meet the needs of a growing citizen population. Show Less To provide for the adequate provision of park land and a connected trail network to meet the needs of a growing citizen popul... Show More

Tree Removal Permit A Tree Removal Permit is required for the removal of any tree. Show Less Show More

Abandoned and Dilapidated Signs and Sign Violations Show Less Show More Common Signage Plan Show Less Show More Relief from Signage Regulations The owner of property seeking to erect, move, add to, or alter a sign within the city limits or the ETJ may seek relief. Show Less Show More Temporary Signs Permits Shall be allowed only upon the issuance of a Temporary Signs Submit to Permit. Show Less Show More

Improvement Agreements and Security for Completion When any of the required Public Improvements will be postponed, the Final Plat shall not be accepted for filing. Show Less Show More Inspection, Maintenance, and Acceptance of Public Improvements The City Engineer shall inspect the construction of improvements while in progress, as well as upon completion. Show Less Show More Timing of Public Improvements Completion of all required Public Improvements shall occur prior to Final Plat approval and recordation. Show Less Show More

Actions and Notifications Following Applications The Responsible Official for an Application shall initiate City review and assessment of the Application following the City's development review procedures. Show Less The Responsible Official for an Application shall initiate City review and assessment of the Application following the City's... Show More Amendments and Expiration to Applications Unless another method is expressly provided, any request to amend or revise an approved Application shall be considered a new Application. Show Less Unless another method is expressly provided, any request to amend or revise an approved Application shall be considered a new... Show More Public Hearings and Notifications (Plats and Replats) When the Responsible Official determines that an Application is complete and that a public hearing is required by these Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards. Show Less When the Responsible Official determines that an Application is complete and that a public hearing is required by these Subdi... Show More Subdivision-Related Applications Shall apply to any subdivision related plan, including Construction Plans, or Application that is required by the City and is submitted in accordance with this UDC. Show Less Shall apply to any subdivision related plan, including Construction Plans, or Application that is required by the City and is... Show More

Zoning Special Exceptions The Board of Adjustment is authorized to hear and decide a Zoning Special Exception to the Zoning Regulations. Show Less Show More

Appeals of an Administrative Interpretation Appeals of an administrative interpretation, as with any zoning-related interpretation, may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment. Show Less Appeals of an administrative interpretation, as with any zoning-related interpretation, may be appealed to the Board of Adjus... Show More Zoning Regulation Appeal Show Less Show More Zoning Text and Map Zoning Amendments Require City Council Approval. Show Less Show More Zoning Variances The Board of Adjustment is authorized in specific cases to grant a Zoning Variance. Show Less Show More

Alternative Compliance The purpose of the Alternative Compliance process is to allow for different standards that are in agreement with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Show Less The purpose of the Alternative Compliance process is to allow for different standards that are in agreement with the City’s C... Show More

Planned Development (PD) Regulations and Procedures An Application for a Planned Development (PD) zoning district shall be made to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. Show Less An Application for a Planned Development (PD) zoning district shall be made to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Co... Show More

Innovative Residential Development The Applicant shall submit a Sketch Plan. Show Less Show More Site Plan Procedure To establish a procedure for coordinating and verifying improvements to properties. Show Less Show More

Alternative Compliance Option A request for the following Alternative Compliance options may be submitted. Show Less Show More Shared Parking Calculation To maintain the number of spaces needed to support use while considering that many uses have differing parking peak times. Show Less Show More

Certificate of Occupancy Show Less Show More Creation of a Building Site, Tract, or Lot Show Less Show More Public Hearings and Notifications Public hearings shall be conducted for each review body per plan or Application type. Show Less Show More Summary of Approval Authorities Summary of all major Application types and the associated responsible authority. Show Less Show More Violations and Fines Show Less Show More