Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Division is responsible for guiding the growth and development of the community in a coordinated and sustainable manner. Their key functions include:

1. Comprehensive Planning: Developing and updating the city’s master plan to shape land use, transportation, housing, and community development strategies.
2. Zoning Regulations: Creating and enforcing zoning ordinances that regulate land use, building heights, setbacks, and other development standards to ensure orderly growth.
3. Permitting and Approvals: Reviewing and approving development proposals, building permits, and special use requests to ensure compliance with zoning laws.
4. Development Review: Evaluating new construction projects, subdivisions, and land developments for consistency with community goals and zoning codes.
5. Public Engagement: Facilitating community participation through public hearings, workshops, and consultations on planning initiatives and zoning changes.
6. Code Enforcement: Ensuring that development and land use activities adhere to established zoning regulations.
7. Long-term Planning: Analyzing demographic trends, infrastructure needs, and environmental impacts to inform future growth strategies.
8. Historic Preservation: Protecting and preserving historic districts and landmarks as part of community development.

Overall, the Planning and Zoning Division works to create a balanced, attractive, and functional community by managing growth responsibly and maintaining the character of the city.

Historic District Commission Members

Planning Commission Members

Planning Commission Application


Helpful Links

Interactive Texarkana Maps

ACT Data Scout

Historic District Commission Facebook Page



City Planner - Jamie Finley - 870-779-4944 - jamie.finley@txkusa.org

Planning Secretary - Velvet Cool - 870-779-4974 - velvet.cool@txkusa.org