The Planning Department ensures orderly growth and development in Amarillo by implementing key ordinances related to zoning, subdivisions, historic preservation, landscaping, and more.
Menu
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- cityplanning@amarillo.gov
- 806-378-6290
-
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
The Planning Department works primarily with the following ordinances.
Airport Overlay | Identifies where limitations for height and land use exist in proximity to the airport. (Also known as Airport Clear Zone) | |
DAUDS | Determines if a property falls within the Downtown Amarillo Urban Design District. | |
Historic Preservation | Details requirements for modifications to, or demolition of, historic structures and landmarks. | |
Landscaping | Addresses minimum requirements for amount and location of landscaping for eligible projects. | |
Neighborhood Associations | The Recognized Neighborhood Association program will assist Amarillo’s redeveloping neighborhoods through official recognition by the City of those that are voluntarily organizing and actively engaged in improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods. | |
Subdivisions | Addresses the creation or combination of lots within the City of Amarillo and the 5-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Contains subdivision design standards, public improvement regulations and the use of right-of-way, requirements for preliminary plans, and other related regulations. | |
Zoning | Addresses zoning districts, land use categories, building setbacks, parking requirements, and other related regulations. |
The City of Amarillo has a Development Policy Manual to help both private and public sectors understand, coordinate, and clarify the development process. View more information on the Development Liaison page.