Pilot Point, Texas zoning

A plain-language summary of the Pilot Point zoning ordinance, organized by district and topic. Source: the official ordinance on eCode360, last reviewed July 8, 2026.

Zoning districts

• AResidential

  Agricultural District

  Agricultural land held at very low intensity, capped at 10% lot coverage on 40,000 square foot minimum lots (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• SF1Residential

  Single-Family Residential Low Density

  Detached houses at low density on one acre or larger lots (43,500 square foot minimum) with the deepest yards in the city (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• SF2Residential

  Single-Family Residential Moderate Density

  Detached houses at moderate density on smaller lots than SF1, with 75 foot minimum width and 100 foot minimum depth (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• MF1Residential

  Multiple-Family Residential Moderate Density

  Duplex development, with lot area scaled to the number of dwelling units under note A (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• MF2Residential

  Multiple-Family Residential High Density

  Higher-density multifamily for three or more families, with lot area scaled by unit count under note A (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• MF3Residential

  Multiple-Family Residential High Density (Apartments)

  Apartment development up to 45 feet on a 32,000 square foot minimum lot at up to 65% coverage (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• C1Commercial

  Retail District

  Retail commercial uses up to 45 feet, with yards required only where abutting residential property (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• C2Commercial

  General Commercial District

  General commercial uses up to 50 feet, with yards required only where abutting residential property (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• I1Industrial

  Light Industrial District

  Light industrial uses up to 50 feet, requiring a permanent foundation for structures over 40 square feet (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• I2Industrial

  Heavy Industrial District

  Heavy industrial uses up to 50 feet, the city's most intensive district, requiring a permanent foundation for structures over 40 square feet (Sec. 14.02.051; Sec. 14.02.111).

• PDSpecial purpose

  Planned Development District

  A negotiated district whose uses and dimensional standards are set by the adopting PD ordinance under Part IV rather than a base district table (Sec. 14.02.051).

• PD-MHSpecial purpose

  Mobile Home Park District

  Mobile home park district governed by Part V of the zoning division rather than the base district schedule (Sec. 14.02.051).

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

• What are the rules for building a fence?
• Can I build a shed, garage, or other accessory structure?
• Can I build a second dwelling or accessory dwelling unit?
• Can I run a business out of my home?
• What is the minimum lot size in each district?
• How do I apply for a variance or a zoning change?
• How many parking spaces does my project need?
• How tall can my building be?
• What are the required yard setbacks?
• What can I build on this property?