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Zoning Guide

Midland Zoning & Land Use Guide

Editor-verified· 2026-05-24
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Notable local initiatives in Midland

Named ordinances, statutes, and reforms specific to Midland — each linked to an official source you can verify directly.

  1. 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.gov

  2. Tall 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.gov

  3. Texas 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

Planning Department
City of Midland Community Development(432) 685-7230
Building Code Edition
Locally adopted (IBC/IRC based)
ADUs Allowed
Yes
Primary District
R-1 — Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

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

State — Texas

  • Building Code: No statewide building code (locally adopted)
View Texas zoning overview

County — Midland County

  • Role: County property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning

City / Municipal

The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
  • Check HOA CC&Rs and deed restrictions for additional requirements.

Primary Zoning Districts

R-1Single-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
25 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft
R-2Two-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
25 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft
C-1Neighborhood Commercial
Min Lot
N/A
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft
C-3General Commercial
Min Lot
N/A
Max Height
45 ft
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft

ADU Rules in Midland

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
Verify with planning department
Full ADU rules for Midland →

Permit Costs & Timelines

Permit Costs & Timelines

Specific permit fee schedules for Midland are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.

Check Midland permit fees →

Official Sources

City-specific

City of Midlandmidlandtexas.govOfficial sourceMidland Community Developmentmidlandtexas.govOfficial sourceMidland Municipal Codelibrary.municode.comOfficial sourceMidland Planning Information & Formsmidlandtexas.govOfficial sourceMidland GIS & Mappingmidlandtexas.govOfficial source