041219 Press Release - DDC Update Notices (April 2019) IOv FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DENTON Jessica Rogers • (940) 349-7531 • Jessica.Rogers@cityofdenton.com
Denton Development Code Update: Zoning Change Notices
DENTON, TX,April 12, 2019—The City of Denton is in the process of updating the Denton
Development Code, which sets the rules for what, where, and how much can be built in Denton
and the standards for the layout, look, and feel of new development. The City recently mailed
notices to all property owners within the city limits regarding proposed zoning modifications
associated with the Denton Development Code update project. These notices are a legally
required step in the Code update process.
As part of the Code update, all City zoning districts will have new names; however, the
permitted uses and development standards for many districts, particularly the residential districts,
will not substantially change. Because the zoning districts are being renamed, every property in
Denton must be "rezoned" into the new districts. The intent of the Code update is to clarify the
development standards, simplify the development process and increase transparency, and
simplify zoning categories and better align zoning districts with surrounding areas. Existing uses
and current allowable uses will not be impacted by the update.
Property owners in the current neighborhood residential zoning districts (NR-1,NR-2,NR-3,
NR-4,NR-5, or NR-6)received a letter stating that their property is proposed to be rezoned as a
residential district(R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, or R6) respectively. This renaming of zoning districts
will not have an impact on existing homes because the renamed zoning districts are a conversion
consistent with the City's current zoning.
Commercial property owners who received a notice may wish to review the proposed zoning
map and proposed Development Code more closely as multiple existing zoning districts are
being condensed into fewer districts.
The proposed zoning map and Development Code can be viewed at www.dentoncode203O.com.
Development Services staff are available to assist property owners or answer questions. Call
Development Services at (940) 349-8541 or email developmentgcityofdenton.com. City
representatives are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Denton City Council will consider the proposed Denton Development Code and zoning map
on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall (215 E. McKinney St.). City staff will be available
at 2 p.m. to answer questions and assist those needing additional information. We encourage
individuals with questions to arrive early so concerns can be addressed prior to the meeting.
Contact: Scott McDonald, (940) 349-8539, Scott.McDonald@cityofdenton.com
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