The Planning Department works to enhance the quality of life for Amarillo residents by providing services that encourage quality growth, development, and redevelopment in all areas within the city and its extraterritorial jurisdiction.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- cityplanning@amarillo.gov
- 806-378-6290
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Planning Department
Simms Municipal Building
Second Floor
808 S. Buchanan
P.O. Box 1971
Amarillo, TX 79101 -
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
INTERACTIVE PLANNING map
Access our interactive Planning Map, which includes Zoning, Complete Neighborhood scenario, DAUDS, Airport Overlay, Easements, ISD boundaries, Subdivisions, FEMA Data, and PIDs.
Planning Department FAQs
General FAQS
What does the Planning Department do in Amarillo?
The Planning Department enhances the quality of life in Amarillo by guiding growth, development, and redevelopment through ordinances, zoning, neighborhood revitalization, and economic development.
What are the divisions within the Planning Department?
The department manages Current Planning, Long-Range Planning, Neighborhood Plans, and Economic Development.
For what types of projects should I notify the Planning Department?
Let the Planning Department know about your project if it involves things like changing property zoning, new construction plans, rezoning requests, site development, or specific land uses. Not sure? Calling ahead is a good idea. Call 806-378-6290 to speak to the Planning Department.
How can I find out what my property is zoned as by the city?
A map of Zoning Districts for Amarillo city limits is available online. Locate your area on the map and utilize the Legend to see what your area is currently zoned as.
How do you find out what type of housing, business, development is allowed in a certain zone?
Please refer to the Zoning Chart to review City Zoning Ordinance. The chart outlines use of land and buildings and the types of use allowed.
Click here to review the chart version of the Ordinances on zoning.
For verification, and/or to obtain a zoning verification letter, email cityplanning@amarillo.gov or call 806-378-6290.
What is a minor plat, and when is notification needed?
A minor plat is when someone divides land into four or fewer lots, and all these lots face an existing street. It doesn’t involve extending any city services to these lots.
Notification is needed when replanning an area that has restrictions for no more than two homes per lot, either through zoning rules or deed restrictions. This ensures that affected parties are informed about the changes.
How can I obtain a copy of a Planned Development?
To obtain a copy of a Planned Development, email cityplanning@amarillo.gov or call 806-378-6290.
Planning Department FAQs
planning applications and fees
What types of planning applications does the department handle?
The Planning department handles various applications including:
- Plat Applications
- Rezoning
- Site Plans
- Specific Use Permits
Where can I find Planning applications?
Application links can be found on the Planning Applications & Fees webpage.
Is there a list of fees for Planning?
Application links can be found on the Planning Applications & Fees webpage.
Planning Codes & Ordinances
Which ordinances does the Planning Department primarily work with?
The department primarily works with the following ordinances:
- Airport Overlay
- Downtown Amarillo Urban Design District (DAUDS)
- Historic Preservation
- Landscaping
- Neighborhood Association
- Subdivisions Zoning