The Dallas Zoning Reform effort seeks to update the City’s Development Code in a manner that will:

• Encourage a wider range of housing options that can meet the diverse needs of our community.

• Promote sustainable growth patterns that strengthen our neighborhoods.

• Make the development process more accessible, predictable, and transparent.

• Modernize outdated zoning rules and old approaches that no longer serve our community.

• Strike a thoughtful balance between preservation and progress.

This isn't just about regulations—it's about possibilities.

The City’s current zoning framework contains outdated rules and old approaches that make many desirable forms of development difficult or impossible to build in Dallas. Through the zoning reform effort, we’re engaging everyone in Dallas —from residents, to businesses, to developers and community advocates alike— to help us explore new possibilities. This is our chance to create a Code that reflects our city’s energy, diversity, and ambition—creating a Dallas that is ready for the future.