This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "City of Kerrville Zoning Code," and unless otherwise stated, the phrase "zoning code" or "code" as used in this chapter means the City of Kerrville Zoning Code.

(Ord. No. 2019-17, § 2, 8-27-2019)

The appendices referred to and published at the end of this chapter are incorporated herein as if fully set out in the sections which refer to them and, unless otherwise noted in the text of this chapter, shall constitute legally enforceable regulations as if fully set forth herein.

(Ord. No. 2019-17, § 2, 8-27-2019)

(a)

The regulations within the city zoning code are authorized under the Constitution and other laws of the state, including V.T.C.A. Local Government Code ch. 211 and 212 and the city's home-rule authority. The provisions of this zoning code extend to, and are enforceable upon, all areas inside the city limits, as they may exist from time to time and as they may be adjusted through annexation or disannexation.

(b)

It is the policy of the city that the standards and procedures applicable to the zoning of property within the city limits are as stated herein, regardless of any representation by any city official summarizing, paraphrasing, or otherwise interpreting such standards to the contrary, whether generally or as applied to development of specific property.

(c)

No city official, whether an employee of the city, a contracted consultant or other representative of the city, a member of an appointed board or commission, or a member of the city council, shall have the authority to make a binding representation as to the outcome of that official's decision or the decision of an appointed board, commission, or the city council:

(1)

On any application or legislative action that has yet to be filed or is pending before the city for decision;

(2)

On the likelihood that a change in any legislative classification or a change in the text of this zoning code as applied to a specific tract of land will be granted or made;

(3)

That an existing legislative classification or text provision will remain in effect;

(4)

That any petition for relief will be granted; and/or

(5)

No person may rely upon any representation made by an official in violation of this subsection, and any such representation is a violation of the policy of the city and is not binding on the city in any respect. No subsequent decision of the city is a ratification of any representation made contrary to this subsection.

(Ord. No. 2019-17, § 2, 8-27-2019)

The city developed the regulations set forth in this chapter in a comprehensive manner in order to guide the planning and growth of the city and to promote and protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the city. The general intent of the zoning code is:

(1)

To promote a harmonious relationship between land uses which promotes and protects the aesthetic quality of the landscape and enhances the value of land and buildings;

(2)

To specifically address those areas within the city which have scenic, historic, and tourist related values such as the Guadalupe River, the major highway entrances, and the central business district, and to encourage the development of these areas in a manner that protects their uniqueness and aesthetic values;

(3)

To provide for a variety of land uses at appropriate locations within the city;

(4)

To promote a safe and effective transportation system;

(5)

To outline the appropriate density controls which will:

a.

Encourage proper population and structural densities;

b.

Avoid undue concentration of population;

c.

Promote infill development; and

d.

Discourage development patterns that create sprawl or large undeveloped tracts of land between developed areas within the city.

(6)

To encourage quality urban design and creative development techniques;

(7)

To provide for adequate open spaces for light, air, and livability;

(8)

To facilitate and coordinate the adequate provision of public utilities and community services; and

(9)

To implement the policies of the city's comprehensive plan.

(Ord. No. 2019-17, § 2, 8-27-2019)

Nothing in this zoning code shall be construed as prohibiting the strengthening of any part of any building or structure to a safe condition where such building or structure poses an immediate threat to public health or safety.

(Ord. No. 2019-17, § 2, 8-27-2019)