Pilot Point City Zoning Code
Division 2
Zoning Districts and Map
§ 14.02.051 Districts established.
For the purpose of this article, the city is hereby divided into twelve (12) districts as follows:
A - Agricultural District |
SF1 - Single-Family Residential Low Density (on 1 acre or more) |
SF2 - Single-Family Residential Moderate Density |
MF1 - Multiple-Family Residential Moderate Density (Duplexes) |
MF2 - Multiple-Family Residential High Density (3 or more families) |
MF3 - Multiple-Family Residential High Density (Apartments) |
C1 - Retail District |
C2 - General Commercial District |
I1 - Light Industrial District |
I2 - Heavy Industrial District |
PD - Planned Development District |
PD-MH - Mobile Home Park District |
(Ordinance 031-07-2007 adopted 7/9/07)
§ 14.02.052 Official zoning map.
(a)
Adopted.
The city is hereby divided into zones, or districts, as shown on the official zoning map, which together with all explanatory matter thereon, is in existence and is hereby adopted and declared to be a part of this article.
(b)
Map certified.
The official zoning map shall be identified by the signature of the mayor, attested by the city secretary and bearing the seal of the city under the following words:
This is to certify that this is the official zoning map adopted as part of Ordinance No. 266-96 of the City of Pilot Point.
(c)
Location of map.
Two (2) original, official, and identical copies of the zoning district map are hereby adopted bearing the signature of the mayor and attestation of the city secretary and shall be filed and maintained as follows:
(1)
One copy shall be filed with the city secretary, to be retained as the original record and shall not be changed in any manner.
(2)
One copy shall be filed with the building official and shall be maintained up-to-date by posting thereon all changes and subsequent amendments for observation in issuing building permits and for enforcing this article. A written record (logbook) shall be kept by the building official of all changes made to the zoning map.
(3)
Reproduction of the official zoning map may be made for information purposes.
(d)
Public inspection of map.
The official zoning map shall be available for public inspection for all matters which are of public record.
(e)
Amendment of official zoning map.
When changes are made in district boundaries or other matter portrayed on the official zoning map, such changes shall be entered on the official zoning map promptly after the amendment has been approved by the city council. No amendment to this article which involves matters portrayed on the official zoning map shall become effective until after council approval and after such change has been made to said map.
(f)
Official zoning map replacement.
The city council may, by ordinance, adopt a new official zoning map should the original reproducible tracing of the official zoning map be damaged, destroyed, lost or become ambiguous because of the nature or number of changes and additions. The new official zoning map may correct drafting or other errors or omissions in the prior official zoning map or any subsequent amendment thereof. The new official zoning map shall be identified by the signature of the mayor, attested by the city secretary and bearing the seal of the city under the following words:
This is to certify that this official zoning map supersedes and replaces the official zoning map adopted (date of adoption of map being replaced) as a part of the zoning ordinance of the City of Pilot Point, Texas.
(g)
Interpretation.
(1)
When the district boundaries are either roads or streets, unless otherwise shown, and where the designation of the district map indicates that the various districts are bounded by a road or street line, the centerline of such [road] or street shall be construed to be the district boundary line.
(2)
Where the district boundaries are not otherwise indicated and where property has been subdivided into lots and blocks, the subdivision boundaries shall be construed to be the boundary of the district.
(3)
Where the district boundaries are not otherwise indicated for unsubdivided property, the district boundaries are property lines or section lines, or quarter section lines, or quarter-quarter section lines.
(4)
Where district boundaries are disputed or not otherwise clearly designated, or where the physical or structural features are at variance with the official zoning map or other circumstances not covered in this section, the board of adjustment shall interpret the district boundaries.
(1993 Code, sec. 10-2-2)
§ 14.02.053 Classification of new and unlisted uses.
It is recognized that new types of land use will develop and forms of land use not anticipated may seek to locate in the city. In order to provide for such changes and contingencies, a determination as to the appropriate classification of any new or unlisted form of land use shall be made as follows:
(1)
The zoning administrative official shall refer the question of any new or unlisted use to the planning and zoning commission requesting an interpretation as to the zoning classification into which such use should be placed. The referral of the use interpretation question shall be accompanied by a statement of facts listing the nature of the use and whether it involves dwelling activity, sales, processing, type of product, storage, and amount or nature thereof, enclosed or open storage, anticipated employment, transportation requirements, the amount of noise, odor, fumes, toxic material and vibration likely to be generated and the general requirements for public utilities such as water and sanitary sewer.
(2)
The planning and zoning commission shall consider the nature and described performance of the proposed use and compatibility with the uses permitted in the various districts and after public hearing determine the zoning district or districts within which such use should be permitted.
(3)
The planning and zoning commission shall transmit its findings and recommendations to the city council as to the classification proposed for any new or unlisted use. The city council may approve the recommendation of the planning and zoning commission or make such determination concerning the classification of such use as is determined appropriate after giving consideration to the facts and recommendations.
(1993 Code, sec. 10-2-3)
§ 14.02.054 Annexed territory.
(a)
Permanent zoning.
An area or areas being annexed to the city shall ordinarily be given permanent zoning concurrently with the annexation.
(b)
Temporary classifications.
In instances in which the zoning of an annexed territory concurrently with the annexation is impractical, the annexed territory shall be temporarily classified as A Agricultural District, until permanent zoning is established by the city council. The procedure for establishing permanent zoning on annexed territory shall conform to the procedure established by law for the adoption of original zoning regulations. The city council shall determine a permanent zoning for such area as soon as practicable after annexation.
(c)
Regulations for temporary A districts.
In an area temporarily classified as A:
(1)
No person shall erect, construct or add to any building or structure or cause same to be done in any newly annexed territory without first applying for and obtaining a building permit or certificate of occupancy from the building official or city council as required herein.
(2)
No permit for the construction of a building or use of land shall be issued other than a permit which will allow construction of a building permitted in A district(s) unless and until such territory has been classified in a zoning district other than an A agricultural district.
(3)
An application for a permit for any use other than that specified above shall be made to the zoning administrative official and by him referred to the planning and zoning commission for consideration and recommendation to the city council. The planning and zoning commission, in making its recommendation, shall take into consideration the appropriate land use for the area and the overall plan for the city. The city council, after receiving and reviewing the recommendations of the planning and zoning commission may, by majority vote, authorize the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy or may disapprove the application as their findings may indicate appropriate in the public interest.
(1993 Code, sec. 10-2-4)