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1. What is Zoning?

Zoning establishes the types of land uses permitted on a specific tract of land. Zoning also regulates the size, intensity, and height of development, as well as signage, screening, and parking related to development.

2. How does Zoning Change?

The zoning on a specific piece of property can change only through a public hearing process. This process allows public participation from the applicant, interested citizens, and decision-makers. The process requires public notification, public hearings, and final approval by the City Council.

3. Where and when do I submit my zoning change request?

Before the cutoff time, the applicant should submit a completed application form, necessary fees, and other required information to the Community Development Department. The applicant or a representative is expected to attend both the Planning and Zoning meeting and the City Council meeting to make a short presentation and answer any questions.

4. What is an application cut-off?

The application cut-off is the last day for submitting a zoning application.

5. How long will the rezoning process take?

The zoning process will take approximately 6 to 8 weeks to complete.

6. What is the notification process?

The applicant and all owners of real property within 200 feet of the proposed change are notified by mail of the Planning and Zoning meetings, at least 10 days before the meeting. Notice of public hearing for the City Council meeting hearings appears at least 15 days before meeting in the official newspaper of Alvarado.

7. How can citizens participate in the zoning process?

During the public hearings, the applicant and people in favor of or opposed to the request may present their views. In addition to speaking at the public hearing, you may also send letters to the Commission and Council either directly or through the Community Development Department.

8. When and where are the meetings?

The Planning and Zoning Commission meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm, when needed. The City Council meets on the third Monday of every month at 6:30 pm Both boards meet in the Council Chambers at 
City Hall at 104 W College
Alvarado, Texas, 76009.

9. Where can I get additional information about rezoning?

Planning and Zoning questions should be directed to Community Development Director, Justin French at 817-790-3351 or by email at frenchj@cityofalvarado.org . You may go to City Hall at 104 W College to view Zoning Maps and discuss questions.