Anna City Zoning Code
Division 2
Zoning Districts
§ 9.04.005 Generally.
The use, erection, construction, reconstruction, relocation, or alteration of any building, structure, or land shall comply with the regulations of this division for the zoning district in which the building, structure, or land is located.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)
§ 9.04.006 Districts established.
(a)
Generally.
The city is geographically divided into base, overlay, and special zoning districts. The zoning districts are established according to table 1: zoning equivalency.
(1)
Base districts capture the major development categories, including residential and nonresidential uses and development activities. Each base district includes permitted uses and dimensional standards.
(2)
Overlay districts establish additional standards within a base district.
(3)
Special districts also establish additional standards within a base district, but some standards may be unique to individual developments as determined through the site plan approval process.
(b)
Zoning equivalency.
See table 1: zoning equivalency.
Table 1: Zoning Equivalency | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Zoning Category | Page Number | Current Zoning District | Previous Zoning District |
Agricultural | 6 | AG Agricultural 43,560 square feet min. lot size | AG Agricultural 43,560 square feet min. lot size |
SF-E Single-Family Residential Estate 43,560 square feet min. lot size | |||
Residential | 7 | SF-20.0 Single-Family Residential 20,000 square feet min. lot size | SF-20.0 Single-Family Residential 20,000 square feet min. lot size |
8 | SF-14.5 Single-Family Residential 14,500 square feet min. lot size | SF-14.5 Single-Family Residential 14,500 square feet min. lot size | |
9 | SF-12.0 Single-Family Residential 12,000 square feet min. lot size | SF-12.0 Single-Family Residential 12,000 square feet min. lot size | |
10 | SF-10.5 Single-Family Residential 10,500 square feet min. lot size | SF-10.5 Single-Family Residential 10,500 square feet min. lot size | |
11 | SF-8.4 Single-Family Residential 8,400 square feet min. lot size | SF-84 Single-Family Residential 8,400 square feet min. lot size | |
12 | SF-7.2 Single-Family Residential 7,200 square feet min. lot size | SF-72 Single-Family Residential 7,200 square feet min. lot size | |
SF-1 Single-Family Residential 7,200 square feet min. lot size | |||
13 | SF-6.0 Single-Family Residential 6,000 square feet min. lot size | SF-60 Single-Family Residential 6,000 square feet min. lot size | |
SF-2 Single-Family Residential 6,000 square feet min. lot size | |||
14 | MD Mixed-Density Residential 4,500 square feet min. lot size | SF-Z Single-Family Residential Zero Lot Line 4,500 square feet min. lot size | |
SF-TH Single-Family Townhouse 2,700 square feet min. lot size | |||
TF Two-Family Residential 7,200 square feet min. lot size | |||
MH-1 Manufactured Home 6,000 square feet min. lot size | |||
MH-2 Manufactured Home Park 5,000 square feet min. lot size | |||
15 | MF Multifamily Residential | MF-1 Multiple-Family Residential (Medium Density) | |
MF-2 Multiple-Family Residential (High Density) | |||
Commercial | 17 | C-1 Local Commercial | C-1 Restricted Commercial |
NC Neighborhood Business | |||
18 | C-2 Regional Commercial | C-2 General Business | |
C-3 Planned Center | |||
O-1 Office | |||
19 | MU Mixed-Use | CBRD Central Business Redevelopment | |
20 | DT Downtown | ||
Industrial | 22 | I-1 Light Industrial | I-1 Light Industrial |
23 | I-2 Heavy Industrial | I-2 Heavy Industrial | |
Special | 24 | THOR Thoroughfare Overlay | THOR Thoroughfare Overlay |
24 | PD Planned Development | PD Planned Development |
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)
§ 9.04.007 Zoning map.
The zoning districts and their boundaries are adopted and established as shown on the zoning map of the City of Anna, Texas. The zoning map includes all notations, references, data, district boundaries, and other associated information, and is adopted as part of this article. The zoning map, properly attested, is on file in the office of the city secretary and displayed as a GIS layer on the city's website. The zoning map may be amended as provided in division 5 of this article.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)
§ 9.04.008 Zoning district dimensional standards graphics.
(a)
Dimensional standards (e.g., setbacks, building height) are established within each zoning district and include tables with letters that correspond to the following graphics.
(b)
Section 9.04.041 establishes the rules for applying dimensional standards in zoning districts. These include height, lot area, density, and yard requirements. All buildings, structures, and lots in the zoning district must comply with the dimensional standards established for that district. Unless otherwise specified, nothing in this division authorizes encroachment within any easements or plat restrictions.
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(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)
§ 9.04.009 Agricultural (AG) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Agricultural (AG) District provides, preserves, and maintains large tracts of undeveloped land for agricultural pursuits such as crop production and farming, ranching, and raising livestock, wildlife management, and agrarian lifestyle practices. This district protects agricultural areas from the encroachment of urban and suburban development.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Agricultural (AG) District shall follow Table 2: Agricultural (AG) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 2: Agricultural (AG) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 43,560 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 100 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 150 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 30% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
The Agricultural (AG) District is the district to be assigned to newly annexed properties unless a different district is selected for initial zoning.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.010 Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District is designed to accommodate a single-family residential development lot design on roughly 1/2-acre lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District shall follow Table 3: Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 3: Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 20,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 100 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 150 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 35% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 30 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-20.0) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.011 Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District is designed to accommodate a single-family residential development design on roughly 1/3-acre lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District shall follow Table 4: Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 4: Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 14,500 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 90 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 135 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 35% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 30 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 9 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-14.5) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.012 Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District is designed to accommodate single-family residential development on roughly 1/4-acre lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District shall follow Table 5: Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 5: Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 12,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 80 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 45% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 30 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 8 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-12.0) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.013 Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District is designed to accommodate single-family residential development on relatively ample lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District shall follow Table 6: Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 6: Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 10,500 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 80 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 40% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 8 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-10.5) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.014 Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District is designed to accommodate single-family residential development on relatively ample lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District shall follow Table 7: Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 7: Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 8,400 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 70 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 7 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-8.4) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.015 Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District is designed to accommodate single-family residential development on relatively ample lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District shall follow Table 8: Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 8: Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 7,200 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 60 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-7.2) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.016 Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District is designed to accommodate single-family residential development on relatively smaller lots. The district can be appropriately located near agricultural and single-family residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District shall follow Table 9: Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 9: Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 6,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 50 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
The Single-Family Residential (SF-6.0) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway excluding Powell Parkway (SH 5). This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(2)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.017 Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District provides medium-density residential development with diversified housing choices. This district encourages a mix of single-family and two-family residential uses and incentivizes community amenities to form compact, accessible, and walkable neighborhoods.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District shall follow Table 10: Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 10: Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 4,500 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 25 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 80 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 60% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
I | Garage (min.) | 20 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
J | Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
Minimum lot areas for attached single-family and two-family dwellings shall be 2,400 square feet per dwelling unit.
(2)
Lot widths for a lot containing attached single-family and two-family dwellings shall be no less than 20 feet per ground floor unit plus side yard requirements.
(3)
The Mixed-Density Residential (MD) District shall not be within 1,200 feet of a designated master thoroughfare plan highway. This distance shall be measured from the right-of-way centerline to the residential property line.
(4)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.018 Multifamily Residential (MF) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Multifamily Residential (MF) District provides for high-density residential development, targeting well-designed multifamily uses serving as a transition between medium-density residential development and commercial nodes. This district encourages multifamily uses with site development characteristics that accommodate open space and access to light and air.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Multifamily Residential (MF) District shall follow Table 11: Multifamily Residential (MF) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 11: Multifamily Residential (MF) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 5,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 50 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 120 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 20 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 70 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
Minimum lot areas for attached single-family and two-family dwellings shall be 2,400 square feet per dwelling unit.
(2)
Lot widths for a lot containing attached single-family and two-family dwellings shall be no less than 20 feet per ground floor unit plus side yard requirements.
(3)
No lot containing multifamily dwelling units shall contain less than 10,000 square feet.
(4)
No lot containing a single-unit or duplex unit park shall contain less than 20,000 square feet.
(5)
No building in a single-unit or duplex unit park, attached single-family dwelling, two-family dwelling, or townhome unit shall exceed a height of 35 feet.
(6)
Any building with multiple stories and greater than 35 feet tall shall comply with the regulations specified in section 9.04.041(h).
(7)
When a multifamily dwelling exceeds one story in height, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in accordance with existing fire codes and each building shall have two points of entry or exit.
(8)
The maximum density for a multifamily dwelling is 25 units per acre.
(9)
The maximum density for a townhome unit or single-unit or duplex unit park is 12 units per acre.
(10)
The corner side yard for "key lots" shall meet the minimum front yard setback requirement.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.019 Local Commercial (C-1) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Local Commercial (C-1) District provides for a range of commercial activities, including the development of small-scale neighborhood offices, low-intensity retail and service businesses, public spaces, and limited, locally-scaled mixed-use establishments. This district offers a transition between neighborhoods and intensive commercial areas, providing a critical commercial function that serves nearby residential areas. Development in this district is primarily pedestrian-scaled to help improve vehicular circulation and safely accommodate residents and pedestrians.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Local Commercial (C-1) District shall follow Table 12: Local Commercial (C-1) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 12: Local Commercial (C-1) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 7,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 50 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | 100 feet |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 25 feet |
J | Building Size (max.) | 15,000 square feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.020 Regional Commercial (C-2) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Regional Commercial (C-2) District provides for medium- to large-scale development of retail, service, entertainment, and office necessary for a regional market. This district primarily facilitates commercial development, like big box and anchor retailers and intensive shopping strip centers that are automobile-oriented and generate high traffic counts.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Regional Commercial (C-2) District shall follow Table 13: Regional Commercial (C-2) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 13: Regional Commercial (C-2) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 10,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 60 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | N/A |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 70% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | 10 feet |
G | Side Yard (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.) | 70 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
Any building with multiple stories and greater than 35 feet tall shall comply with the regulations specified in section 9.04.041(h).
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.021 Mixed-Use (MU) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Mixed-Use (MU) District provides for development outside of the city's downtown that has identifiable centers and edges, a walkable development pattern, accessible community open spaces, and various commercial tenants. This district provides entertainment venues, commercial, residential, and office uses that harmoniously coexist in a higher-density, pedestrian-oriented environment.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Mixed-Use (MU) District shall follow Table 14: Mixed-Use (MU) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 14: Mixed-Use (MU) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | N/A |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 25 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | N/A |
D | Lot Coverage (min.) | 35% |
Build-to-Zone (BTZ) and Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard BTZ | 0–20 feet |
F | Rear Yard Setback (min.) | 5 feet |
G | Side Yard Setback (min.) | 5 feet |
H | Corner Side Yard Setback (min.) | 10 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Frontage Buildout (min.) | 50% |
J | Building Height (max.) | 70 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(d)
Special regulations.
Any building with multiple stories and greater than 35 feet tall shall comply with the regulations specified in section 9.04.041(h).
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.022 Downtown (DT) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The purposes of the Downtown (DT) District are to:
(1)
Implement the Anna 2050 Downtown Master Plan adopted by city council;
(2)
Facilitate pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use, urban infill redevelopment, providing shopping, employment, housing, and business and personal services;
(3)
Promote an efficient, compact, and walkable development pattern;
(4)
Encourage pedestrian activity while reducing reliance on automobiles;
(5)
Allow developers flexibility in land use and site design;
(6)
Create an attractive and functional downtown as envisioned in the Anna 2050 Downtown Master Plan;
(7)
Revitalize the historic downtown area while preserving the city's history and heritage;
(8)
Enhance the significance of the city's authentic core to residents, tourists, and visitors and serve as a support and stimulus to business and industry; and
(b)
Applicability.
The Downtown (DT) District is geographically divided into two zones. These zones are established in the Anna 2050 Downtown Master Plan and Table 15: Downtown (DT) District Dimensional Standards. All development shall comply with the regulations stated in this section unless specified otherwise.
(c)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(d)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Downtown (DT) District shall follow the standards in Table 15: Downtown (DT) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 15: Downtown (DT) District Dimensional Standards | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Zone | |||
Core (CE) | Neighborhood (ND) | ||
Build-to-Zone (BTZ) and Setback Requirements | |||
A | Front Yard BTZ (min. - max.) | ||
A.1 | Downtown Arterial Street | 0–25 feet | 5–35 feet |
A.2 | Downtown Type A Street | 0–15 feet | 5–20 feet |
A.3 | Downtown Type B Street | ||
A.4 | Other Street | 5–25 feet | 5–35 feet |
B | Rear Yard Setback (min.) | N/A | 5 feet |
C | Side Yard Setback (min.) | N/A | 5 feet |
D | Corner Side Yard Setback (min.) | 5 feet | 5 feet |
Building Requirements | |||
E | Frontage Buildout (min.) | ||
E.1 | Downtown Arterial Street | 50% | 45% |
E.2 | Downtown Type A Street | 60% | 45% |
E.3 | Downtown Type B Street | 40% | 30% |
E.4 | Other Street | 20% | 10% |
F | Building Height (max.) | 42 feet | 42 feet |
AG | Encroachments | ||
G.1 | Downtown Arterial Street | 50% of the depth of the sidewalk or 8' (whichever is less) | 35% of the depth of the sidewalk or 6' (whichever is less) |
G.2 | Downtown Type A Street | 50% of the depth of the sidewalk or 6' (whichever is less) | 25% of the depth of the sidewalk or 6' (whichever is less) |
G.3 | Downtown Type B Street | ||
G.4 | Other Street | N/A | N/A |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | |||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | ||
(e)
Special regulations.
(1)
Canopies, awnings, galleries, and balconies may encroach over the BTZ and setback areas per the standards if the vertical clearance is a minimum of 8 feet from the finished sidewalk elevation.
(2)
No encroachment shall be located over on-street parking, a street, or over a side or rear property line.
(3)
Any proposed development over 42 feet in height shall require a specific use permit.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.023 Light Industrial (I-1) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Light Industrial (I-1) District provides for manufacturing, jobbing commercial uses, wholesale businesses, material fabrication, research facilities, and general industrial uses that are clean, quiet, and free of hazardous or objectionable elements such as noise, odor, dust, smoke, or glare. This district provides a transition between heavy industrial uses and other less intensive commercial activity and residential uses.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Light industrial (I-1) District shall follow Table 16: Light Industrial (I-1) District Dimensional standards.
Table 16: Light Industrial (I-1) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 10,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 50 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | N/A |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | N/A |
G | Side Yard (min.) | N/A |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.)(1) | 42 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(1)Any proposed development more than 42 feet in height shall require a specific use permit. | ||
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.024 Heavy Industrial (I-2) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Heavy Industrial (I-2) District provides areas for manufacturing, processing, assembling, storing, testing, and industrial uses that are extensive and intensive in character, and require large sites, open storage and service areas, extensive services and facilities, and access to major transportation networks. Development in this district is sometimes incompatible with less intensive uses by reason of traffic, noise, vibration, dust, glare, or emissions, and is intrusive to commercial activity and residential areas.
(b)
Uses.
See Table 19: Use Table and all applicable regulations in division 3.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
Development in the Heavy Industrial (I-2) District shall follow Table 17: Heavy Industrial (I-2) District Dimensional Standards.
Table 17: Heavy Industrial (I-2) District Dimensional Standards | ||
|---|---|---|
Lot Requirements | ||
A | Lot Area (min.) | 10,000 square feet |
B | Lot Width (min.) | 50 feet |
C | Lot Depth (min.) | N/A |
D | Lot Coverage (max.) | 50% |
Setback Requirements | ||
E | Front Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
F | Rear Yard (min.) | N/A |
G | Side Yard (min.) | N/A |
H | Corner Side Yard (min.) | 25 feet |
Building Requirements | ||
I | Building Height (max.)(1) | 42 feet |
Additional Applicable Requirements Within the Zoning Ordinance | ||
§ 9.04.041 - Dimensional Regulations § 9.04.042 - Site Design Requirements § 9.04.043 - Parking § 9.04.044 - Loading § 9.04.045 - Landscaping | § 9.04.046 - Screening and Fencing § 9.04.047 - Outdoor Lighting § 9.04.048 - Trash § 9.04.049 - Performance Standards | |
(1) Any proposed development more than 42 feet in height shall require a specific use permit. | ||
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023; Ordinance 1170-2025-09 adopted 9/23/2025)
§ 9.04.025 Thoroughfare Overlay (THOR) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Thoroughfare Overlay (THOR) District accommodates well-designed development along the city's major corridors by allowing design flexibility to enhance the development aesthetic.
(b)
Applicability.
The regulation of this overlay district shall apply to new development and redevelopment located within the greater of a geographic buffer extending outward 500 feet perpendicularly from the right-of-way, or to the back of abutting adjacent lots, for those portions of the following scheduled thoroughfares located within the city limits:
(d)
Exception.
The Downtown (DT) District shall be exempt from the Thoroughfare Overlay (THOR) District.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)
§ 9.04.026 Planned Development (PD) District.
(a)
Purpose.
The Planned Development (PD) District is intended to provide for combining and mixing of uses allowed in various districts with appropriate regulations and to permit flexibility in the use and design of land and buildings in situations where modification of specific provisions of this article is not contrary to its intent and purpose or significantly inconsistent with the planning on which it is based and will not be harmful to the community. A Planned Development (PD) District may be used to permit new and innovative concepts in land utilization. While great flexibility is given to provide special restrictions that will allow development not otherwise permitted, procedures are established to prevent misuse of the increased flexibility.
(b)
Uses.
Any use specified in a Planned Development (PD) District shall be permitted in that district. The size, location, appearance, and method of operation may be specified to the extent necessary to ensure compliance with the purposes of this article.
(c)
Dimensional standards.
A Planned Development (PD) District requires a minimum of 5 contiguous acres.
(d)
Special regulations.
(1)
Development standards for each separate Planned Development (PD) District shall be established in the ordinance granting the Planned Development (PD) District and may include but shall not be limited to uses, density, lot area, lot width, lot depth, yard depths and widths, building height, building elevations, coverage, floor area ratio, parking, access, screening, landscaping, accessory buildings, signs, lighting, management associations, and other requirements as the city council may deem appropriate.
(2)
In the Planned Development (PD) District, the particular district(s) to which uses specified in the Planned Development (PD) District are most similar shall be stated in the granting ordinance. All Planned Development (PD) District applications shall list all requested variances from the standard requirements established throughout this zoning ordinance. The applicant shall include justification associated with each requested variance. Applications without this list will be considered incomplete.
(3)
The ordinance granting a Planned Development (PD) District shall include a purpose and intent statement, a list is required of variances in each district, and a general statement citing the reason for the Planned Development (PD) District request.
(4)
The Planned Development (PD) District shall conform to all other sections of the ordinance and this article unless specifically exempted in the granting ordinance.
(Ordinance 1068-2023-08 adopted 8/22/2023)