Contact Us
- Community Planning Director
- Sergio Zavala
- szavala@alamotexas.org
- 420 N. Tower Rd. Alamo, TX. 78516
- Tel: (956) 787-0006
- Fax: (956) 283-8855
- Planner I
- Dalia Zuniga
- dzuniga@alamotexas.org
- 420 N. Tower Rd. Alamo, TX. 78516
- Tel: (956) 787-0006
- Fax: (956) 283-8855
Understanding the Regulations
The term Zoning is used frequently and refers to the designation by the city of an area upon which a particular type of development has occurred, is anticipated to occur, or is the city’s expressed desire for that type of development to occur in said zone. The purpose for Zoning regulations and districts as established in the City of Alamo Code Book of Ordinances, have been in accordance with a Comprehensive Plan for the purpose of promoting health, safety, morals and the general welfare of the City. They have been designed to:- Lessen the congestion in the streets as well as
- Secure safety from fire, panic, or other dangers
- Provide adequate light and air
- Prevent the overcrossing of land
- Avoid concentration of population
- Facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks and other public requirements
Understanding the Districts
The term District is used to specifically label a particular type of zoning. The purpose of each district is to regulate the height and size of buildings and other structures, the percentage of lots that may be occupied, the size of yards and other open spaces, the density of population and the location and use of buildings, structures and land for trade, industry, residence or other purposes. The City of Alamo is hereby divided into districts, of where there shall be seven (7) classes in number and which shall be known as the following:- SH-R1 District Senior Housing Resident District
- R-1 District Single-Family Dwelling District
- R-2 District Multi-Family, Apartment, and Townhouse Dwelling District
- R-MH District Mobile Home Parks and Subdivisions
- C-1 District Light Commercial District
- C District Commercial District
- M District Industrial District
Maps

City of Alamo Zoning Map Zoning Districts