Intent: The Northern Resort District "NRD" Character Zone building form and development standards are intended to provide for more flexible, market-based development vision that balances pedestrian orientation with auto oriented development. Development standards in this district are intended to focus on establishing specific criteria under which developers could propose alternative and unique standards to implement a more market-responsive project, which contributes to and enhances the general seaside resort character of the district.

Generally, this district may accommodate a wide range of commercial (retail, entertainment, restaurant and office), lodging, and residential uses. Given the availability of undeveloped land along this section, there is more flexibility within this Character Zone for applicants to propose alternative development options.

The code governing the development of projects within this zone is incorporated herein as Appendix "Z" Padre Boulevard and Entertainment District Code, heretofore adopted and hereby amended to add section 6.8 to Article VI. (A true and correct copy is hereby attached as Exhibit "A," entitled Northern Resort District.)

(Ord. No. 24-05, 10-2-2024)