City of Amarillo, TX
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The Development Liaison can be of assistance by setting up Preliminary Application Conferences with relevant City staff, helping with application submissions, and reviewing/approving application status requests. Additionally, Justin acts as a liaison between local development-related groups, such as developers, contractors, design professionals, and realtors. He communicates and educates these groups on city development ordinances, procedures, and standards to ensure the process runs smoothly and efficiently. Justin Oppel, City of Amarillo Department Liaison, is the administrator for the Zoning Board of Adjustments. The Zoning Board of Adjustments is a citizen court appointed by the City Council to hear Variances, Special Exceptions, and Appeals of interpretations of the Zoning Ordinance by a City Official. Click here for more information about the ZBA.
Development Services Application Process in 8 Steps
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Preliminary Application Conference
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| Not Required but Highly Recommended | |
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Step 2 |
Preliminary Plan |
| If Required — Application & Fee ▶ Processing ▶ DRC Review ▶Admin Approval | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 3 | |
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Zoning Change |
| If Required — Application & Fee ▶ Processing & Public Notifications ▶ P&Z Public Hearing ▶ CC Public Hearing 1st Reading ▶ 2nd Reading ▶ Approved or Denied | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 4 | |
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Drainage Report |
| If Required — Application & Fee ▶ Review ▶ Approved or Denied | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 5 | |
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Public Improvement Construction Plans |
| If Required — Application & Fee ▶ Review ▶ Construction or Surety ▶ Admin Approval | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 6 | |
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Platting |
| If Required — Final Plat — Application & Fee ▶ Processing ▶ DRC Review ▶ P&Z Hearing ▶ Approved or Denied | |
| If Required — Minor Plat — Application & Fee ▶ Processing ▶ DRC Review ▶ Admin Approval | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 7 | |
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Site Plan |
| If Required — Application ▶ Processing ▶ DRC Review ▶ Admin Approval | |
| If Not Required — Continue to Step 8 | |
Step 8 |
Building Permit |
| If Required — Application & Fee ▶ Processing ▶ Review ▶ Admin Approval | |
| If Not Required — No Further Steps | |
◼ Click here to view all Planning Applications and Fee Schedule
How to Apply for a Pre-Application Conference
You have two options for application submittal:
- Email (with all required attachments) to development@amarillo.gov. *Preferred - less than 9 MB*. If you encounter any issues while submitting your application, feel free to contact Justin Oppel via phone or email.
- Physically delivering the application to the Simms Building, 808 S. Buchanan, 2nd Floor - Please check in with the reception desk or call 806-378-4222 to make arrangements.
Justin is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service to the development community, as well as residential and commercial property/business owners. He plays a crucial role in facilitating development projects as they navigate through the municipal development and permitting process. Justin's main objective is to assist customers in navigating the various development-related regulations, applications, and requirements that are designed to maintain and enhance Amarillo's quality of life and character.
Planning Applications Contact Information
- Development Liaison — Justin Oppel
- Phone: 806-378-4222
- Email: justin.oppel@amarillo.gov
- All fees are payable to: City of Amarillo