Pflugerville, Texas zoning

A plain-language summary of the Pflugerville zoning ordinance, organized by district and topic. Source: the official ordinance on enCodePlus Unified Development Code (adopted as Chapter 157 of the Code of Ordinances; general code hosted on eCode360), last reviewed July 3, 2026.

Zoning districts

• AResidential

  Agriculture/Development Reserve

  Agricultural and relatively undeveloped land, often used as an interim district for areas with growth potential; also applies to properties under non-annexation development agreements (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• SF-EResidential

  Single Family Estate

  Larger lot single family development, with lots generally greater than one half acre (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• SF-SResidential

  Single Family Suburban Residential

  Low density single family suburban housing in protected residential neighborhoods (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• SF-RResidential

  Single Family Residential

  Master planned low density residential subdivisions with a mixture of lot sizes, or single family infill (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• SF-MUResidential

  Single Family Mixed Use Residential

  Small lot single family detached and attached (townhome) housing at low to medium density, generally in areas of 20 acres or less; limited non-residential uses may be considered in a cohesive mixed use neighborhood (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• 2-FResidential

  Two Family Residential

  Duplex and similar two unit housing types at low to medium density, often as a transition to more intense uses (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• MF-10Residential

  Multi Family 10

  Small suburban multi family development up to 10 units per acre, used as a transition to more intense land uses (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• MF-20Residential

  Multi Family 20

  Medium to high density multi family and mixed use development up to 20 units per acre, located near major thoroughfares (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• MHResidential

  Manufactured Housing

  Manufactured home parks or subdivisions of at least 20 dwelling units not built on site (UDC Sec. 4.2.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• PFSpecial purpose

  Public Facilities and Open Space

  Public and private open space, parks, and recreational facilities (UDC Secs. 4.1 and 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• OCommercial

  Office

  Low intensity office and professional uses under 10,000 square feet, limited to one story next to SF-S or 2-F zoned property; a transition district between residential and more intense uses (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• NSCommercial

  Neighborhood Service

  Limited retail for day to day needs and personal services of nearby neighborhoods, such as convenience stores and small free standing retail (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• RCommercial

  Retail

  General retail trade, business, and service uses serving one or more neighborhoods, generally at major thoroughfare intersections; open storage is not permitted (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• GB1Commercial

  General Business 1

  Full range of retail and office uses with a citywide or regional trade area, conducted wholly within enclosed buildings (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• GB2Commercial

  General Business 2

  Small scale service and more intense commercial uses such as wholesale, contractor shops, mini storage, and major automotive repair, located on collector or higher thoroughfares (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• CIIndustrial

  Campus Industrial

  Employment center uses including light industrial, research and development, multi story office, business services, and limited retail in a centralized campus setting (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• LIIndustrial

  Light Industrial

  Light industrial uses including research facilities and specialized processing and assembly plants, located along major arterials or buffered by GB1 and GB2 districts (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• GIIndustrial

  General Industrial

  Manufacturing and related uses that generate heavy traffic, multi shift employment, heavy equipment, or noise, dust, or light impacts, located away from residential areas (UDC Sec. 4.3.1). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• CL3Mixed use

  Corridor Neighborhood (Level 3)

  SH130 and SH45 corridor district for neighborhood scale suburban development mixing small scale residential with limited compatible commercial along thoroughfares and activity nodes (UDC Sec. 4.4.1, Ord. 1623-24-04-23). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• CL4Mixed use

  Corridor Urban (Level 4)

  SH130 and SH45 corridor district for vibrant, walkable neighborhoods and employment centers at a greater scale than CL3, with density sufficient to support a range of housing types (UDC Sec. 4.4.1, Ord. 1623-24-04-23). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• CL5Mixed use

  Corridor Urban Center (Level 5)

  SH130 and SH45 corridor district for dense, walkable centers for living, working, and shopping, with multistory mixed use buildings at major interchanges (UDC Sec. 4.4.1, Ord. 1623-24-04-23). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

• PUDSpecial purpose

  Planned Unit Development

  Negotiated district whose uses and standards are set by the adopting PUD ordinance for the property (UDC Secs. 3.7.4 and 4.5.3). Confirm the current zoning map, overlay status, PUD or development agreement conditions, and the cited ordinance sections before acting.

Rules by topic

• Permitted usesWhat you can do by right in each zoning district.
• Special land usesUses that need special approval before they are allowed.
• SetbacksHow far buildings must sit from property lines.
• Building heightHeight limits by district, and the exceptions.
• Lot coverageHow much of a lot buildings may cover.
• Lot size and widthMinimum lot area and width requirements.
• ParkingRequired spaces, driveway rules, and surfaces.
• Accessory dwelling unitsWhether a second dwelling unit is allowed.
• Garages, sheds, and accessory structuresSize caps, setbacks, and height limits for detached structures.
• FencesHeight limits, placement, and prohibited materials.
• SignsWhat signs are allowed and where.
• Home occupationsRunning a business from a residence.
• Variances and appealsWho decides, what standard applies, and the sequence.

Common questions

• Can I add an accessory dwelling unit?
• Can I build a fence?
• Can I run a home business here?
• Can I use this property for retail?
• Do I need special approval for my use?
• How do I request a variance?
• How much parking is required?
• How tall can I build?
• What setbacks apply to this property?
• What can I build on this property?