1. A.
   Generally. The City is divided into zoning districts that are established in this Section. The zoning districts are shown on the official zoning map established in Sec. 30-9.
2. B.
   Zoning District Established Table. Table 30-8-1, Zoning Districts Established:

   1. 1.
      Base District (Abbreviation).  Establishes the base and overlay zoning districts for the City and provides an abbreviation for the district;
   2. 2.
      Alignment with Future Land Use Categories. Lists the corresponding land use categories outlined in the Future Land Use Map in the Comprehensive Plan, if applicable;
   3. 3.
      Suggested Adjacent Zoning Districts. Lists suggested zoning districts that would be appropriate adjacent to the subject zoning district for the consideration of the appropriate development review body for Zoning Map Amendments; and
   4. 4.
      Approximate Alignment with Former Zoning Districts. Shows how the zoning districts established by this ZLUO generally align with the zoning districts in the City's former Zoning Ordinance, if applicable. This alignment can be based on the districts' purposes, permitted uses, or dimensional standards, but may not fully align with every aspect of the former zoning designation. 

1. A.
   Generally. The location and boundaries of the zoning districts are shown on the map entitled "Zoning Map of the City of Sweetwater, Texas". This map shall serve as the official zoning map and a copy shall be on file and available for inspection during regular business hours at the office of the City Secretary in the Municipal Building.
2. B.
   Force and Effect.  The official zoning map, together with all legends, references, symbols, boundaries, and other information shown on the map is part of and has the same force of law as the text of this ZLUO.
3. C.
   Status of the Zoning Map.  The official zoning map that is on file with the City Secretary in the Municipal Building, either as a paper or digital copy, shall control in the event of a conflict between the map that is on file and any other reproduction of the map.
4. D.
   Interpretation of the Zoning Map.

   1. 1.
      Generally. Where uncertainty exists or the map appears to be unclear regarding the location of district boundaries, the Director shall make a determination using the following criteria:

      1. a.
         City Limits. Boundaries indicated as approximately following city limits shall be construed as following such city limits;
      2. b.
         Rights-of-Way or Easements. Where zoning district boundary lines appear to follow existing streets, alleys, railroad tracks, utility lines, or similar features, the zoning district boundary shall be construed to follow the centerline of such features. Where the location of these features on the ground differs from that shown on the official zoning map, the features on the ground control; 
      3. c.
         Lot Lines. Boundaries indicated as approximately following platted lot lines shall be construed to follow such lot lines;
      4. d.
         Watercourses.  Boundaries shown as following, or approximately following, the centerline of drainage ways, streams, water bodies, or other watercourses shall be construed as following the centerline.  In the event of a natural change in the location of such streams or other watercourses, the zoning district boundary shall be construed as moving with the centerline;
      5. e.
         Vacation or Abandonment. Where a public street, alley, or parcel of land is officially vacated or abandoned, the regulations applicable to the abutting property apply equally to the vacated or abandoned street, alley, or parcel of land; and 
      6. f.
         Un-subdivided Land or No Identifiable Feature. Where un-subdivided land, or where a zoning district boundary follows no identifiable feature, the location of the boundary unless the same is indicated by dimensions, shall be determined by applying, in order, the following rules:

         1. i.
            Legal Description. The boundary shall be according to the legal description in the ordinance establishing the district boundaries; 
         2. ii.
            Text Dimensions. The boundary shall be located by reference to dimensions shown in the text on the official zoning map; and
         3. iii.
            Map Scale. The boundary shall be located using the map scale appearing on the official zoning map.
   2. 2.
      Interpretation by Board of Adjustment. Where physical features existing on the ground differ with those shown on the official zoning map or in any other circumstances not covered by paragraph D.1., above,  the Board of Adjustment shall interpret the district boundaries in question 

1. A.
   Generally. After the effective date of this ZLUO, all territory annexed into the City shall be initially zoned Agricultural (AG).
2. B.
   Exception. If deemed appropriate, the Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend to the City Council a zoning district other than Agricultural (AG), based upon existing conditions and any relevant recommendations of the Future Land Use Plan Map

Purpose.  The purpose of the Suburban Residential (SR) district is to provide for lower-density residential uses. Developments within SR are of a suburban character and may include parks and other open space areas. 

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-11-1, Suburban Residential District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the SR district are outlined in Table 30-11-2, Suburban Residential District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-11-1, Suburban Residential (SR) Illustrative Example. 

Figure 30-11-1, Illustrative Examples

Purpose.  The purpose of the Traditional Neighborhood (TN) district is to provide for a mix of low to medium-density housing types on small to medium-sized lots. Developments within TN generally have a pre-suburban development pattern with smaller lots, smaller setbacks, and shorter blocks. Large apartment developments with a large land area devoted to parking would not be compatible with this district.

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses and in Table 30-12-1, Traditional Neighborhood District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the TN district are outlined in Table 30-12-2, Traditional Neighborhood District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-12-1, Traditional Neighborhood (TN) Illustrative Example. 

Figure 30-12-1, Traditional Neighborhood (TN) Illustrative Examples
Single-Unit Detached / Duplex	Single-Unit Attached / Townhouse
Bungalow Court

Purpose. The purpose of the Neighborhood Mix (NM) district is a residential neighborhood that is intended to provide for a mix of lot sizes and housing types. 

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-13-1, Neighborhood Mix District Land Uses, belo

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the NM district are outlined in Table 30-13-2, Neighborhood Mix Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-13-1, Neighborhood Mix (NM) Illustrative Example.

Figure 30-13-1, Neighborhood Mix (NM) Illustrative Examples
Residential
Single-Unit Detached Home / Duplex	Single-Unit Attached / Townhouse
Bungalow Court
Site	Lot
Multiplex	Multi-Unit Apartment

Purpose. The purpose of the Neighborhood Transition (NT) district is to provide both residential and small-scale non-residential uses. The district is intended to accommodate small-scale retail and personal service activities that are supportive and desirable residential uses within the district. Developments within NT tie pedestrian and auto-oriented development patterns so pedestrian connectivity is essential. Street parking and continuous building frontages are very important in the NT district to create a pleasant experience for people who traverse the area on foot. The district regulations encourage walkable site designs and  ensure compatibility of nonresidential and residential environment, minimizing the generation of additional noise, traffic, odor, fumes, or other objectionable conditions.​​​​​​ ​

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses and in Table 30-14-1, Neighborhood Transition District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the NT district are outlined in Table 30-14-2, Neighborhood Transition ​​District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-14-1,  Neighborhood Transition (NT) Illustrative Example.

Figure 30-14-1,  Neighborhood Transition (NT) Illustrative Examples
Residential
Townhouse	Multiplex
Multi-Unit Apartment
	Intentionally left blank.
Nonresidential

Purpose.  The purpose of the Downtown (DT) district is to provide for a concentrated mix of commercial, office, and residential uses with some small-scale crafter manufacturing or maker spaces.  Developments within DT should be consistent with the existing historic character. Mixed-use development with residential uses on the upper floors and commercial uses with large windows on the ground floor are encouraged.   ​

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-15-1, Downtown District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the DT district are outlined in Table 30-15-2, Downtown District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-15-1, Downtown (DT) Illustrative Example.

Figure 30-15-1, Downtown (DT) Illustrative Examples
Residential
Multiplex	Multi-Unit Apartment
Mixed-Use / Nonresidential

Purpose.  The purpose of the General Retail (GR) district is to .provide areas for neighborhood, local and strip mall facilities for the retail sales of goods and services including convenience stores, shopping centers, and strip malls but not including wholesaling or warehousing. Limited residential uses may be considered appropriate as an extension of surrounding neighborhoods. ​​​​​​

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses and in Table 30-16-1,  General Retail District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the GR district are outlined in Table 30-16-2, General Retail ​​District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-16-1,  General Retail (GR) Illustrative Example.

Purpose.  The purpose of the Regional Commercial (RC) district is to provide for a wide variety of high-activity uses with a mix of general commercial, service, retail, and other compatible uses that attract customers not only from within the City limits but also from within the regional area.  Developments within RC are typically auto-oriented and should be placed near high-traffic intersections and highways. ​​​​​​

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-17-1, Regional Commercial District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the RC district are outlined in Table 30-17-2, Regional Commercial ​​District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-17-1,  Regional Commercial (RC) Illustrative Example.

Figure 30-17-1, Regional Commercial (RC) Illustrative Examples

Purpose.  The purpose of the Light Industrial (LI) district is to provide for less intense industrial uses with operations fully contained within buildings and cause minimal effects on adjacent properties.  Developments within LI are campus-style and are typically located along major rail or highway corridors.

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-18-1, Light Industrial District Land Uses, below.

2. B.
   Dimensional Standards and Illustrations. The applicable dimensional standards for the LI district are outlined in Table 30-18-2, Light Industrial District Dimensional Standards, and illustrative examples are shown in Figure 30-18-1,  Light Industrial (LI) Illustrative Example.

Figure 30-18-1, Light Industrial (LI) Illustrative Examples

Purpose.  The purpose of the Heavy Industrial (HI) district is to provide for concentrations of industry and trade that may result in effects that surrounding properties would consider a nuisance, such as sound, outdoor lighting, outdoor storage, and truck traffic. Developments within HI are typically located along major highways and roads and ideally include solid, opaque screening to shield view of industry areas and minimize noise and glare.

1. A.
   Land Uses. The permitted by-right, limited, conditional, and prohibited uses and use-related standards are set out in Article III, Land Uses, and in Table 30-19-1, Heavy Industrial District Land Uses, below.