Corpus Christi, TX Zoning

FR Farm Rural District

Intended for relatively underdeveloped land that is agricultural in nature and for continued agricultural use. It is also the default zoning district for newly annexed land until a more final zoning classification is assigned.

Allowed uses: Agricultural uses

RE Residential Estate District

Low-density single-family district intended to retain a rural and spacious residential character with related recreational facilities.

Allowed uses: Single-family residential, Related recreational facilities

RS Single-Family 22, 15, 10, 6, 4.5 Districts

Single-family districts for orderly suburban residential development and redevelopment, with limited public and civic uses allowed to preserve neighborhood character. The number in the district name corresponds to the minimum lot size.

Allowed uses: Single-family residential, Limited public uses, Limited civic uses

RS-TF Two-Family District

Residential district for single-family living as well as larger parcels suitable for two-family houses, intended to remain compatible with nearby single-family development.

Allowed uses: Single-family residential, Two-family houses, Townhouse structures meeting code requirements

RS-TH Townhouse District

Townhouse district that allows smaller dwelling units than typical single-family districts and is intended for infill and transition areas between residential and nonresidential uses.

Allowed uses: Townhouses

RM Multifamily 1, 2, 3, and AT Districts

Multifamily districts intended for a range of housing types at multifamily densities, generally in areas with convenient access to major streets and nearby commercial or employment areas.

Allowed uses: Single-family detached, Zero lot line housing, Semi-attached housing, Two-family housing, Townhouses

ON Neighborhood Office District

Office district for lower-traffic office development and transition areas between residential and nonresidential land uses.

Allowed uses: Office uses

CN Neighborhood Commercial 1 and 2 Districts

Neighborhood-serving commercial districts for convenience goods and personal services, generally located within neighborhoods and accessible to nearby residents.

Allowed uses: Small restaurants, Retail, Professional offices, Multifamily uses

CR Resort Commercial 1, 2, and 3 Districts

Commercial districts for tourist, water-oriented, retail, and amusement uses reflecting resort-area character.

Allowed uses: Tourist uses, Water-oriented commercial uses, Retail commercial uses, Indoor amusement uses, Outdoor amusement uses

CG General Commercial 1 and 2 Districts

General commercial districts intended for a broad mix of commercial and service activity, especially along arterial streets.

Allowed uses: Larger restaurants, Bars, Retail, Shopping centers, Professional offices

CI Intensive Commercial District

Intensive commercial district intended for intense commercial service activities and some light manufacturing uses.

Allowed uses: Intense commercial service activities, Some light manufacturing uses

Short-term rental

The city maintains a short-term rental dashboard and links to a City of CC STR information site, indicating active administration of this use category.

• Regulatory details not provided in the research set
• Verify current STR standards directly with the city's STR site and live UDC

Floodplain areas / flood zones

Projects may be affected by floodplain status, and the city's permit checklist requires applicants to verify whether a project is in a flood plain.

Beachfront / dune review area

The Planning Commission also functions with beachfront and dune-related responsibilities through the concurrent Beach/Dune Committee for certain beachfront construction matters.

Are short-term rentals allowed in Corpus Christi, TX?

The city maintains a short-term rental dashboard and links to a City of CC STR information site, indicating active administration of this use category.

What is the minimum lot size in Corpus Christi, TX?

Minimum lot size depends on the zoning district — RE Residential Estate District: 1 acre; RS-6 Single-Family District: 6,000 square feet.

What zoning districts are in Corpus Christi, TX?

Corpus Christi, TX includes districts such as FR Farm Rural District, RE Residential Estate District, RS Single-Family 22, 15, 10, 6, 4.5 Districts, RS-TF Two-Family District, RS-TH Townhouse District, RM Multifamily 1, 2, 3, and AT Districts, ON Neighborhood Office District, CN Neighborhood Commercial 1 and 2 Districts.

Are there flood zones or overlay districts in Corpus Christi, TX?

Flood-related constraints are clearly relevant in Corpus Christi. The city's permit materials require applicants to check floodplain status and submit elevation certificates for projects in flood zone A or V, and coastal beachfront/dune review appears to apply in certain shoreline areas.

Have there been recent zoning changes in Corpus Christi, TX?

The source materials confirm that the UDC was adopted in 2011 and has been amended many times through at least August 16, 2022, as reflected in the December 2022 codified version provided.