Midland Zoning & Land Use Guide
Notable local initiatives in Midland
Named ordinances, statutes, and reforms specific to Midland — each linked to an official source you can verify directly.
Midland Zoning Ordinance (Title XI, Chapter 11-1)
Midland's Zoning Ordinance is codified as Title XI: Planning and Development, Chapter 11-1 of the Code of Ordinances. It is adopted pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211 and establishes the City's zoning districts and use chart (Section 4.03).
Source · midlandtexas.govTall City Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan
Tall City Tomorrow is Midland's adopted comprehensive plan, developed with RDG Planning & Design through extensive community engagement. The plan addresses congestion, drainage washes, productive use of land near pumpjacks, and a downtown framework with two nodes (traditional downtown and a Village district adjacent to the medical center). Planning staff use Tall City Tomorrow to evaluate every rezoning request and recommendation.
Source · midlandtexas.govTexas Local Government Code Chapter 211 (state zoning enabling authority)
Midland's Zoning Ordinance is adopted under the authority of Texas Local Government Code Chapter 211 (Municipal Zoning Authority), which requires zoning to be 'in accordance with a comprehensive plan' (Tall City Tomorrow) and sets the procedural framework for amendments.
Source · statutes.capitol.texas.gov
Key Zoning Facts
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Midland
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA flood mapping: check parcel-specific flood-zone status
- View FEMA Flood Map
County — Midland County
- Role: County property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The municipality's zoning ordinance, building-code enforcement, and local permits form the primary local layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- Private covenants, deed restrictions, condominium rules, or association rules can impose requirements beyond zoning.
- Check HOA CC&Rs and deed restrictions for additional requirements.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 6,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
- Min Lot
- 6,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
- Min Lot
- N/A
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 10 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
- Min Lot
- N/A
- Max Height
- 45 ft
- Front Setback
- 10 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
ADU Rules in Midland
Permit Costs & Timelines
Check Current Permit Fees & Timelines
Permit fees and review times can vary by project type, scope, valuation, and required approvals. Check the current schedule with the local permitting authority before filing.
Check current Midland permit information →Official Sources
City-specific