City of Hudson Oaks, TX Article 7 Special Development Districts

§ 49 SF-1AP Single Family District.

49.1 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the SF-1AP Single-Family District is to provide for compatible, land, building, and structure uses primarily oriented to low density residential estate purposes, select airpark related uses, and open space uses. The “SF-1AP” district is intended to serve as a transitional element between airport related activities and those of higher density development. Low density detached, single-family residential dwellings and estate development, along with limited airpark related uses comprise the principal elements of the “SF-1AP” district.

49.2 

PERMITTED USES

Uses permitted in the “SF-1AP” Single Family Residential district shall be in accordance with Section 11 Permitted Use Table.

49.3 

DENSITY, AREA, YARD, HEIGHT, AND LOT COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS

The requirements regulating the maximum permissible residential density, minimum lot size, minimum yard sizes, maximum building height, and maximum percent of lot covered by buildings, as pertains to the “SF-1AP” district, shall conform to the provisions provided in the Area Requirements for the “SF-1AP” Zoning District table.

“SF-1AP” Zoning District Area Requirements
Zoning District Characteristic
Maximum Density	1.00 (d.u./acre)*
Minimum Lot Area	40,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width	100 ft.
Minimum Lot Depth	250 ft.
Minimum Front Yard	35 ft.
Minimum Side Yard	15 ft.
Minimum Side Yard adjacent to street (corner lot)	35 ft.
Minimum Rear Yard	75 ft.
Maximum Building Height	35 ft.
Minimum Dwelling Size	2,200 sq. ft.
Minimum Rear Build Line (Lots 1R -14R)	75 ft.
Minimum Rear Build Line (Lots 15R -24R)	50ft.

*d.u. = dwelling unit

49.4 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS

Off-street parking and loading requirements pertaining to uses allowed in “SF-1AP” district shall conform with the provisions of Section 31 Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements.

49.5 

EXTERIOR FIRE RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION

Exterior fire resistant construction shall be required on all residential building structures hereafter constructed, erected, reconstructed, enlarged or moved onto any lot or parcel within the city. Exterior fire resistant construction shall mean and consist of 75 percent of the total ground floor exterior wall surface (exclusive of opening for light, ventilation and access) of residential building structures to be of brick, stone or combination thereof, or of an equivalent masonry material as approved by the zoning board of adjustment; and further provided no single ground floor wall face of any residential building structure shall contain less than 75 percent of its exposed surface of exterior fire resistant construction material.

49.6 

ACCESSORY BUILDING AND STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS

Area regulations for accessory buildings or accessory structures shall be in compliance with Section 28 Accessory Buildings, provided that accessory buildings used for Airpark Related Uses shall be governed by Section XX.8 [49.8] – Airpark Related Uses of the “SF-1AP” Zoning Ordinance.

49.7 

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping requirements shall be in compliance with Section 35 Landscape Regulations.

49.8 

AIRPARK RELATED USES

For the purposes of this section, the following terms shall be defined as follows:

Aircraft Storage Hangar -

A detached structure subordinate from the main building and used for the storage of aircraft, and aircraft related equipment, without sleeping areas or kitchen facilities, not used for commercial purposes, not rented, and not occupied for human habitation.

Airside -

That portion of land east of the security fence where aircraft may move freely and is generally known as the aircraft movement area.

Landside -

That portion of land west of the security fence where no aircraft movement or use is allowed, except for storage activities within the confines of an Aircraft Storage Hangar.

Security Fence -

A 6' powder coated wrought iron fence of similar material, appearance and construction throughout the “SF-1AP” Zoning District.

No Aircraft Storage Hangar shall be constructed until a main building exists on the lot, unless the main building is under construction at the same time as the Aircraft Storage Hangar.

Aircraft Storage Hangars shall be allowed on the landside area in the “SF-1AP” district, as a detached structure, provided that any structure used for the storage of aircraft, shall conform to the provisions provided in the Aircraft Storage Hangar Requirements for the “SF-1AP” Zoning District table, and that the hangar is positioned on the lot as illustrated in the “SF-1AP” Zoning District Site Layout and Design.

When a fence permit is pulled for any lot in the “SF-1AP” district, a 6-foot security fence constructed of powder coated wrought iron fence separating airside and landside activities shall be required.

No permanent or temporary structures are allowed on the airside portion of the “SF-1AP” district, except that frangible protrusions no greater than 12 inches are allowed for the purpose of directional signage, and taxiway and apron lighting.

All aircraft storage hangars shall be constructed so that the hangar door opening lies on the rear building line, as depicted in the “SF-1AP” Site Layout and Design.

“SF-1AP” Zoning District Aircraft Storage Hangar Requirements
Zoning District Characteristic
Maximum Hangar Area	70' wide x 50' deep In no case shall the hangar be larger than the square footage of the main structures roofed area.
Maximum Hangar Door Height	14ft.
Maximum Number of Aircraft	2
Apron Area	Aircraft aprons shall only be allowed on the airside of the hangar development.
Maximum Number of Tie-down Anchor Points (on Apron)	1
Construction Materials and Appearance	All hangars shall be constructed of the same materials and have the same appearance as, and mimic the primary dwelling - including building articulation, windows, doors, masonry elements and other architectural features and accoutrements.
Maximum Plate Line	16 ft.

49.9 

HANGAR USES

Hangars may be used for private use only. Hangars in the SF-1AP zoning district may not be used for a commercial enterprise, business, hangar space rental, and repair conducted for a fee, or any other use in which the acceptance of payment is made by the hangar owner. Aircraft not owned by a homeowner may be stored, kept, or parked at a residence for a period not to exceed 14 days, with 30 days between occurrences.

*Lots 1R through 14R will utilize a 75’ rear building line. Lots 15R through 24R have a reduced rear building line of 50’.

(Ordinance 2015-01 adopted 1/22/15; Ordinance 2022-18 adopted 9/22/2022)

§ 50 PD-IA Planned Development Industrial Airport District.

50.1 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the PD-IA Industrial Airport District is to provide for compatible, land, building, and structure uses primarily oriented to airport development, select airpark related uses, and other aviation related uses. The “PD-IA” district is intended to serve as a higher density hangar development.

50.2 

PERMITTED USES

The only use permitted in the “PD-IA” Industrial district shall be airplane storage. No habitation will be permitted in the district. Block “A”, lots 1, 2, 3 and Block “O”, lot 1 shall meet the requirements for Section 20 “GC” General Commercial District and Section 11 Permitted Use Table for “GC” districts.

50.3 

DENSITY, AREA, YARD, HEIGHT, AND LOT COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS

The requirements regulating the maximum permissible density, minimum lot size, minimum yard sizes, maximum building height, and maximum percent of lot covered by buildings, as pertains to the “PD-IA” district, shall conform to the provisions provided in the Area Requirements for the “PD-IA” Zoning District table and the planned development site plan options below. Block “A”, lots 1, 2, 3 and Block “O” lot 1 shall meet the requirements for Section 20 “GC” General Commercial District and Section 11 Permitted Use Table for “GC” districts.

“PD-IA” Zoning District Area Requirements
Zoning District Characteristic
Maximum Density	1.00 (building/lot)
Minimum Lot Area	2887 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width	45 ft.
Minimum Lot Depth	52.5 ft.
Minimum Front Yard	0 ft.
Minimum Side Yard	5 ft.
Minimum Side Yard adjacent to street (corner lot)	0 ft. if with landscape or parking buffer
Minimum Rear Yard	2.5 ft.
Maximum Plate Height	16 ft. except Block “O” lots 2, 3, 4, 5 and Blocks “P, Q, S” may be 17 1/2 ft.
Minimum Plate Height	16 ft.
Minimum Hangar Size	1,600 sq. ft. or 80% lot coverage, not including the easements and whichever is greater
Maximum Hangar Size	4,900 sq. ft.
Maximum Total Building Height	25 ft.
Roof Pitch	2 ft. rise to 12 ft. run

“PD-IA” Zoning District Site Plans (by proposed block, final layout to be determined by final platting)

50.4 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS

Off-street parking and loading requirements pertaining to uses allowed in “PD-IA” district shall conform with the “PD-IA” Zoning District Site Plans.

50.5 

HANGAR CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

All hangars shall be constructed with a minimum 26 gauge steel material for siding and roof structures. No east or west facing hangar doors will be permitted, however, personal access doors will be permitted on the east and west facing hangar sides. All hangars must be painted beige or light stone. All paint colors must be approved by the City building official. All hangars on the western side of the development must have a plate height of 16 ft. See hangar Exhibit below.

50.6 

NO ACCESSORY BUILDINGS

The primary purpose of the lot is airplane hangar construction only. No structure other than an airplane hangar is permitted. No outside storage, parking structures, or other accessory uses on the lot are permitted. No equipment may protrude from the exterior of the building, other than the air-conditioning compressor serving the building, and rooftop storage of mechanical equipment is not permitted.

50.7 

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping requirements shall be in compliance with “PD-IA” Zoning District Site Plans, and all permeable surfaces, grassy, and landscaped areas must be maintained and irrigated by the Pilots Association in accordance with section 35 Landscape Regulations. No building permits shall be issued until an approved landscape plan has been submitted and approved by the City building official.

50.8 

MAINTENANCE OF COMMON AREAS

No building permits shall be issued until the developer has filed with the County Clerk Pilots Association covenants and/or deeds requiring the Association to maintain all landscaped areas, access and common areas in block “N”, block “O”, roadways, taxiways, fire lanes, and all other improvements not within an interior hangar. The Association must charge owners a fee or assessment for such maintenance in an amount sufficient to cover any and all expenses related to the responsibilities above. The Association must also have collection power through property liens. The developer shall be responsible for maintenance and the obligations of the Pilots Association above, until the Pilots Association revenue is sufficient to cover the obligations stated above.

50.9 

LOT SIZE

The developer may combine and plat lots in order to allow larger size hangars under the 4,900 sq, ft, size limit, if the emergency access easements align to allow access between two fire lanes and meet general site plans shown in [subsection] 50.3.

50.10 

PD-IA BOUNDARIES AND LAYOUT

The district use and boundary may not be changed without approval of both the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council.

(Ordinance 2010-02 adopted 5/27/10; Ordinance 2017-07 adopted 4/27/17)

§ 51 PD-OC Planned Development Oakey Corridor Overlay.

51.1 

PURPOSE.

The purpose of the PD-OC District is to strengthen the City's economy, provide a quality mixed use development, and create an attractive and desirable destination with a historic look and feel for residents of and visitors to Hudson Oaks. The development will operate with a variety of office, retail, and commercial uses and is designed to capitalize on its proximity to City Hall, a neighboring park, and City- owned surface parking lots. The ultimate vision for the PD-OC District is to create a positive and identifiable image for the City that increases the tax base, encourages appropriate and organized development, provides quality architectural design, improves the community's quality of life, promotes pedestrian-oriented sites, and creates a sense of community and place.

51.2 

DEVELOPMENT PLAN.

The Development Plan referenced throughout this Section is shown below:

Development Plan for the Northwest corner of Oakey and Midway

51.3 

CONCEPTUAL IMAGES.

The following conceptual images display the intended types of uses and building designs for this planned development zoning district.

Figure 1: View of Building Types, Public Spaces, and Street Corridor

Figure 2: View of Development along the Street

51.4 

PERMITTED USES.

Uses permitted within the "PD-OC" District shall be permitted in accordance with the following use chart. If a land use is permitted by-right, then the letter "P" will be shown in the Permitted column below. If the land use is permitted upon approval of a Specific Use Permit, then the letters "SUP" will be shown in the Permitted column. If the Permitted column does not show a "P" or "SUP," then the use is prohibited.

Table 1: PD-OC Land Use Table
Land Use Designation	Permitted
Residential Uses
Agricultural Use
Apartment, Multifamily
Boarding House
Garage Apartment
Guesthouse
Convent, Rectory, Monastery
Assisted Living Facility
HUD Manufactured Home or Subdivision
Townhouse, Duplex
Single-Family Detached
Public and Utility Uses
Airport
Animal Shelter, Kennel
Public Park	P
Cemetery, Mausoleum, Crematorium
Community Center	P
Electrical Generation Station	SUP
Natural Gas Regulator Station	SUP
Golf Course, Public
Government Administration Building	P
Public Library	P
Museum	P
Religious Institution
Telephone Exchange, Switching or Relay
Educational Uses
College or University	SUP
Commercial Trade School	SUP
Training Center	SUP
Nursery School	SUP
Primary or Secondary School
Vocational School	SUP
Entertainment Uses
Amusement Center, Indoor	P
Amusement Center, Outdoor
Athletic Field, Commercial
Auditorium
Country Club
Gymnasium
Stable
Swimming Pool, Commercial
Shooting Range	SUP
Theater, Cinema
Medical Uses
Clinic	P
Hospital	P
Medical Laboratory
Medical Office	P
Nursing Home
Veterinary Hospital, with Outside Pens
Veterinary Hospital, without Outside Pens	SUP
Veterinarian Office, Small Animal	P
Veterinarian Office, Large Animal	SUP
Transportation Uses
Auto Auction
Auto Carwash
Wrecker Service
Paint & Body Shop
Auto Parts & Accessory Shop	SUP
Auto Rental
Auto Repair Garage
Auto Dealer (New & Used)
Auto Service Station
Terminal, Bus & Taxi Station
Farm Machinery Dealer (New & Used)
Professional Uses
Financial Institution	P
Office, Business	P
Office, Professional	P
Retail and Service Uses
Ambulance Service	SUP
Animal Grooming	P
Antique, Collectibles Shop	P
Tailor Shop	P
Arts, Crafts, & Hobby Shop	P
Bakery, Retail	P
Bakery, Wholesale	P
Bar (establishment deriving 75% or more of its gross revenue from on-premises sale of alcohol)	SUP
Barber Shop, Beauty Salon	P
Building Material and Hardware Sales	P
Cabinet or Upholstery Shop	P
Catering Service	P
Convenience Store, with or without Fuel Sales	SUP
Copy and Printing Shop	P
Cosmetic Tattoo Parlor	P
Day Care Center, Adult	SUP
Day Care Center, Child	SUP
Department Store	P
Exterminating Service	SUP
Factory Outlet, Retail or Wholesale Store	P
Farmers Market, Outdoor	SUP
Flea Market	SUP
Funeral Home, Mortuary	SUP
Furniture, Fixture, and Appliance Store	P
Greenhouse, Nursery
Grocery Store	P
Health Club	P
Hotel, Motel
Kennel	SUP
Landscape Service	SUP
Laundry, Dry Cleaning	P
Locksmith	P
Manufactured Home Sales
Meat Market	SUP
Music Store	P
Office Supply, Office Machine Sales and Service	P
Package Liquor Store	SUP
Pawn Shop
Pet Supply Store	P
Pharmacy	P
Photographic Equipment Sales and Service	P
Radio, Television Studio	SUP
Recycling Collection Center
Rental Store	SUP
Commercial and Heavy Equipment Rental Store
Restaurant	P
Restaurant, Drive-In/Drive-Thru
Sexually Oriented Business
Shoe Repair	P
Sign Shop	P
Stone Monument Sales	SUP
Taxidermist	SUP
Tobacco Shop	SUP
Video Rental	P
Watch, Jewelry Sales and Repair	P
Western Clothier and Supply	P
Industrial Uses
Assembly Plant
Bottling Works
Building Materials Manufacturing
Dairy Processing
Electronics Manufacturing
Laundry, Dry Cleaning, and Dyeing Plant
Machine Shop
Manufacturing Facility
Meat Processing Plant
Mini-Warehouse
Pharmaceutical Plant
Plastic Products Manufacturing
Radio, Television Transmission & Receiving Facility
Salvage Yard
Stockyard
Storage and Warehousing Establishment
Storage
Textile Manufacturing
Warehousing, Freight Office
Accessory Uses
Accessory Building	SUP
Carport, Residential
Christmas Tree Sales	SUP
Home Occupation
Temporary Construction Building	SUP
Public Utility Buildings and Structures	SUP

51.5 

LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS

Table 2: Lot, Area, and Height Regulations
Minimum Lot Area	6,000 Square Feet
Minimum Lot Width	60 Feet
Minimum Lot Depth	100 Feet
Minimum Front Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard Adjacent to Street	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Rear Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Maximum Building Height	Two Stories/45 Feet
Maximum Lot Coverage (Includes All Buildings)	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections

51.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS.

A. 

Building Form and Placement.

a. All buildings shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plan.

b. New Buildings:

i. If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plan, then an amended Development Plan must be submitted.

ii. Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plan must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

B. 

Approved Variation to the Development Plan.

The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

a. Minimum setbacks: A variation of to 10 feet in any minimum setback.

b. Minimum front yard setback along hudson oaks drive: The minimum setback may be reduced to conform to Figure 5: Hudson Oaks Drive - Option 1.

c. Building footprint: Up to 25 percent of a building's linear footprint as shown on the Development Plan may be adjusted in a different shape.

d. Building coverage: The building coverage may be increased by up to 15 percent.

e. Placement: Buildings along Oakey Trail may be set back from the front property line by 10 feet if a patio area is provided. Buildings may also be brought forward so the building line abuts the right-of-way (i.e., a zero (0) setback).

C. 

Street Sections.

a. The following street sections shall govern the general building form and placement.

Figure 3: Section A - Oakey Trail

Figure 4: Section B - Midway Lane

Figure 5: Hudson Oaks Drive - Option 1

Figure 6: Hudson Oaks Drive - Option 2

51.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS.

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to the amount and dimensions shown on the Development Plan. The Development Plan shall be controlling over Section 31 in terms of the size and number of parking and loading spaces.

51.8 

SCREENING.

An approved development fence eight (8) feet in height shall be required along a property line when adjacent to a residential development. In order to accommodate future development, openings in the requirement development fence may occur where sidewalks or trails are intended to connect to a future development.

51.9 

LANDSCAPING.

A. Landscaping shall be provided as shown on the Development Plan.

B. Landscaping Generally:

a. The overall percent of landscaping within the PD-OC District shall be the same as shown on the Development Plan.

b. The number of trees shown on the Development Plan shall govern their placement within the PD-OC District.

C. Locational Criteria:

a. The location of all landscaping within the PD-OC District shall be the same as shown on the Development Plan.

b. All landscape material shall comply with the visibility requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance.

D. Landscape Materials Criteria:

a. The use of a variety of plan material native to the area, or locally adapted for drought tolerance, is required.

E. Landscaping in Parking Lots:

a. The percentage of landscaping in parking lots within the PD-OC District shall be the same as shown on the Development plan and shall govern over Zoning Ordinance Sections 35.8.A and 35.8.B.

F. Landscaping Area:

a. Twenty (20) percent of the landscaped area shown on the Development Plan shall be used for shrub beds.

b. No more than eighty (80) percent of the landscaped area shown shall be used for turf grasses.

G. Public Plaza at Oakey Trail and Midway Lane:

a. As shown on the Development Plan, a hardscape plaza space shall be constructed.

b. The plaza shall be the general shape and size as shown on the Development Plan.

c. The type and pattern of hardscape materials may be determined at the time of building permit submittal.

51.10 

BUILDING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN.

A. 

Applicability and Conformance.

a. All buildings shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Site Plan and Elevations submitted with a building permit.

B. 

Building Orientation and Facade Design.

a. All buildings shall face the right-of-way and have the primary entrance along the right-of-way. A secondary entrance may be provided along the rear of the building, which faces a parking lot. The rear facade shall keep with the character of the front facade.

C. 

Building Articulation.

a. Facade depth and height articulation shall be required as shown on the Development Plan, with the exception of the City Administrator granting an "Approved Variation" to the building footprint.

D. 

Design Elements Requirements.

a. Eight (8) of the following eleven (11) elements shall be incorporated into the building's design:

Table 3: Menu Of Nonresidential Design Elements
1	Canopies, awnings, or porticos
2	Divided light windows on the second story
3	Dentil course
4	Recessed entryways
5	Transoms
6	Architectural lighting attached to the building
7	Outdoor patios
8	Storefront display windows
9	Architectural details; such as, tile work or moldings, integrated into the building facade
10	Integrated planters or a low wall that incorporates landscape and sitting areas
11	Offsets, reveals, or projecting ribs used to express architectural or structural bays

E. 

Facade Materials.

a. Except for windows and doors, all building facades shall be composed of 100 percent masonry materials.

b. At least 33 percent of the front facade shall consist of windows or glass doors.

c. The style and color shall match the style shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

F. 

Building Accents Materials and Material Changes.

a. No single masonry material shall comprise the entire facade treatment of a building.

b. Side and rear facades shall be finished in a similar color, texture, and materials as the main front facade of the building.

Figure 7: Example of Building Accent Materials

G. 

Tripartite Building Design and Composition.

a. Buildings shall incorporate a tripartite building composition (base, middle, and top).

b. The tripartite shall be proportioned to other elements of the building as shown below

Figure 8: Tripartite Building Design/Composition

H. 

Screening Refuse and Recycling Collection Areas.

a. Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be located to minimize their visibility from public streets.

b. Refuse and recycling receptacles shall be screened with a six (6) to eight (8) foot masonry wall of a color to match the primary building.

c. Refuse and recycling collection enclosures shall contain permanent walls on three (3) sides with the service opening not directly facing any public right-of-way or any residentially zoned property. The fourth side may incorporate a metal gate to visually screen the dumpster or compactor. Refuse and recycling collection enclosure doors cannot open into or obstruct the fire lane, access easement, or utility easement.

I. 

Screening Equipment.

a. All uses shall screen all mechanical, heating, and air conditioning equipment (e.g., rooftop or ground equipment) from public view and adjacent residential property.

51.11 

STREETSCAPE REQUIREMENTS.

A. 

Pedestrian Crossing at Intersections and Driveways.

a. If a sidewalk or pedestrian way crosses either a driveway or an intersection, then the development shall install crosswalks that clearly define the crosswalk by using changes in material or colors within the area of the crosswalk.

b. The above requirement shall only apply when the sidewalk or pedestrian way is within either the right-of-way or an area immediately adjacent to a right-of-way.

Figure 9: Example of Pedestrian Crossings in a Large Development

Figure 10: Example of Pedestrian Crossing at a Retail Driveway

B. 

Street Furnishings.

a. Areas along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings shall incorporate features to promote a walkable environment such as seats and benches.

b. Benches shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings at a rate of one (1) bench per 100 linear feet of sidewalk.

c. Litter receptacles and planters shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings at a rate of one (1) receptacle per 100 linear feet of sidewalk.

d. All benches and trash receptacles shall be identical in style and color.

e. Street furnishings shall be low maintenance and resistant to vandalism.

f. Street furnishings shall maintain an unencumbered walkway for pedestrians.

g. Street furnishings may be grouped together at common locations, such as plaza or outdoor sitting/eating areas.

Figure 11: Example of Street Furnishings

Figure 12: Trash Receptacle

Figure 13: Planter

51.12 

SIGNS.

A. Pole signs are prohibited in the PD-OC District.

B. All signs shall be attached to buildings, except four (4) monument signs may be constructed throughout the PD-OC District. The City Administrator may approve monument signs being placed in the right-of-way if there is no negative effect on public safety and visibility.

C. All signs shall be limited to 60 square feet in size. The City Administrator may approve larger signs if the larger sign is consistent with the building style shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2 and does not detract from the visual appeal of any surrounding building or the entire development site.

D. All signs shall be consistent with the look and feel of the signage shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

51.13 

SITE LIGHTING DESIGN.

A. 

Applicability and Conformance.

a. All developments shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Site Plan or other building permit application materials.

B. 

Light Pole and Fixture Consistency.

a. All street and parking lot light poles and fixtures shall be black in color and have the same shape and style base, pole, and lighting fixture throughout the PD-OC District.

b. All light poles and fixtures shall be consistent with the appearance (color, design, size, etc.) of the light poles and fixtures shown in Figures 14, 15, 16, and 17.

C. 

Banners.

a. Street light poles shall be rated for the display of banners.

Figure 14: Example Light Pole and Fixture

Figure 15: Example Light Pole and Fixture

Figure 16: Example Light Pole and Fixture

Figure 17: Example Light Pole and Fixture

51.14 

DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS NOT LISTED WITHIN THIS SECTION.

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 51, development regulations shall be applied per the "RC" Restricted Commercial District."

(Ordinance 2015-07 adopted 3/2615; Ordinance 2024-11 adopted 6/27/2024)

§ 52 PD-CS Planned Development Mixed Use Creekside at Hudson Oaks.

52.1 

PURPOSE.

The purpose of the PD-CS District is to strengthen the City’s economy, provide a quality mixed use development, and create an attractive and desirable destination with a Hill Country/Soft Contemporary feel for residents of and visitors to Hudson Oaks. The development will operate with a variety of residential, office, retail, and commercial uses and is designed to capitalize on its proximity to Interstate Highway 20, and a neighboring water park. The ultimate vision for the PD-CS District is to create a positive and identifiable image for the City that increases the sales tax base, encourages appropriate and organized development, provides quality architectural design, improves the community’s quality of life, promotes pedestrian-oriented sites, and creates a sense of community and place.

52.2 

DEVELOPMENT PLANS.

The Development Plans referenced throughout this Section is shown in Figure 1 below.

52.3 

CONCEPTUAL BUILDING ELEVATIONS.

The building elevations display the intended types of uses and building designs for this planned development zoning district. Elevations for Phase 1 and 2 are shown below in Figures 2–5.

52.4 

PERMITTED USES.

Uses permitted within the “PD-CS” District shall be permitted in accordance with the following use chart. If a land use is permitted by-right, then the letter “P” will be shown in the Permitted column below. If the land use is permitted upon approval of a Specific Use Permit, then the letters “SUP” will be shown in the Permitted column. If the Permitted column does not show a “P” or “SUP,” then the use is prohibited.

Table 1: PD-CS Land Use Table
Land Use Designation	Permitted
Residential Uses
Agricultural Use
Apartment, Multifamily	P
Boarding House
Garage Apartment
Guesthouse
Convent, Rectory, Monastery
Assisted Living Facility
HUD Manufactured Home or Subdivision
Townhouse, Duplex
Single Family Detached
Medical Uses
Clinic	SUP
Hospital
Medical Laboratory
Medical Office	P
Nursing Home
Veterinary Hospital, with Outside Pens
Veterinary Hospital, without Outside Pens
Veterinarian Office, Small Animal	P
Veterinarian Office, Large Animal
Farm Machinery Dealer (New & Used)
Professional Uses
Financial Institution	P
Office, Business	P
Office, Professional	P
Retail & Service Uses
Ambulance Service
Animal Grooming	P
Antique, Collectibles Shop	P
Tailor Shop	P
Arts, Crafts, & Hobby Shop	P
Bakery, Retail	P
Bakery, Wholesale	P
Bar (establishment deriving 75% or more of its gross revenue from on-premise sale of alcohol)	SUP
Barber Shop, Beauty Salon	P
Building Material and Hardware Sales	P
Cabinet or Upholstery Shop
Catering Service	P
Convenience Store, with or without Fuel Sales	SUP
Copy and Printing Shop	P
Cosmetic Tattoo Parlor	P
Day-Care Center, Adult
Day-Care Center, Child
Department Store	P
Exterminating Service	SUP
Factory Outlet, Retail or Wholesale Store	P
Farmers Market, Outdoor
Flea Market
Funeral Home, Mortuary
Furniture, Fixture, and Appliance Store	P
Greenhouse, Nursery
Grocery Store	P
Health Club	P
Hotel, Motel
Kennel
Landscape Service
Laundry, Dry Cleaning	P
Locksmith	P
Manufactured Home Sales
Meat Market	SUP
Music Store	P
Office Supply, Office Machine Sales and Service	P
Package Liquor Store	SUP
Pawn Shop
Pet Supply Store	P
Pharmacy	P
Photographic Equipment Sales and Service	P
Radio, Television Studio	SUP
Recycling Collection Center
Rental Store	SUP
Commercial and Heavy Equipment Rental Store
Restaurant	P
Restaurant, Drive-In/Drive-Thru
Sexually Oriented Business
Shoe Repair	P
Sign Shop	P
Stone Monument Sales
Taxidermist	SUP
Tobacco Shop	SUP
Video Rental	P
Watch, Jewelry Sales and Repair	P
Western Clothier and Supply	P

52.5 LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS.

Table 2: PD_CS Lot, Area, and Height Regulations
Minimum Lot Area	None
Minimum Lot Width	None
Minimum Lot Depth	None
Minimum Front Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plans and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plans and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard Adjacent to Street	Shall be as shown on the Development Plans and Street Sections
Minimum Rear Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plans and Street Sections
Maximum Building Height	Three Stories/54 Feet
Maximum Lot Coverage (Includes All Buildings)	Shall be as shown on the Development Plans and Street Sections

52.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS.

A. 

Building Form and Placement

a. All buildings shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plans.

b. New Buildings

i. If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plans, then an amended Development Plans must be submitted.

ii. Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plans must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

B. 

Approved Variation to the Development Plans

a. The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

i. 

Minimum Setbacks:

1. A variation of up to 10 feet in any minimum setback.

ii. 

Building Footprint

1. Up to 25 percent of a building’s linear footprint as shown on the Development Plans may be adjusted in a different shape.

iii. 

Building Coverage

1. The building coverage may be increased by up to 15 percent.

iv. 

Placement

1. Buildings along Gateway Drive and Main Boulevard may be set back from the front property line by 10 feet. Buildings may also be brought forward so the building line abuts the right-of-way (i.e., a zero [0] setback).

C. 

Street Section

a. The following street section shall govern the general building form and placement along Main Boulevard.

52.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS.

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to the amount and dimensions shown on the Development Plans. The Development Plans shall be controlling over Section 31 in terms of the size and number of parking and loading spaces. The City Administrator may approve the reduction of parking spaces to accommodate on-street landscape islands in horizontal parking areas. On-street parking design shall try to minimize expansive sections of horizontal parking areas with the use of on-street plant areas.

52.8 

SCREENING.

An approved development fence or landscape buffer screen shall be required along a property line when adjacent to a residential development. In order to accommodate future development, openings in the required development fence may occur where sidewalks or trails are intended to connect to a future development.

52.9 

LANDSCAPING.

A. Landscaping shall be provided as shown on the Development Plans.

B. 

Landscaping Generally

a. The overall percent of landscaping within the PD-CS District shall be the same as shown on the Development Plans.

b. The number of trees shown on the Development Plans shall govern their placement within the PD-CS District.

C. 

Locational Criteria

a. The location of all landscaping within the PD-CS District shall be the same as shown on the Development Plans.

b. All landscape material shall comply with the visibility requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance.

D. 

Landscape Materials Criteria

a. The use of a variety of plant material native to the area, or locally adapted for drought tolerance, is required.

E. 

Landscaping in Parking Lots

a. The percentage of landscaping in parking lots within the PD-CS District shall be the same as shown on the Development Plans and shall govern over Zoning Ordinance Sections 35.8.A and 35.8.B.

F. 

Landscaping Area

a. Twenty (20) percent of the landscaped area shown on the Development Plans shall be used for shrub beds.

b. No more than eighty (80) percent of the landscaped area shown shall be used for turf grasses.

G. 

Round-About at Main Boulevard

a. As shown on the Development Plans, a round-about shall be constructed.

b. The round-about shall be the general shape and size as shown on the Development Plans.

c. The type and pattern of landscape materials may be determined at the time of building permit submittal.

52.10 

BUILDING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN.

A. 

Applicability and Conformance

a. All buildings shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Site Plan and Elevations submitted with a building permit.

B. 

Building Orientation and Facade Design

a. All buildings shall face the right-of-way and have the primary entrance along the right-of-way. A secondary entrance may be provided along the rear of the building, which faces a parking lot. The rear facade shall keep with the character and be similar to that of the front facade.

C. 

Building Articulation

a. Facade depth and height articulation shall be required as shown on the Development Plans, with the exception of the City Administrator granting an “Approved Variation” to the building footprint.

D. 

Design Elements Requirements

a. Eight (8) of the following elements shall be incorporated into the building’s design:

Table 3: Menu Of Nonresidential Design Elements
1	Canopies, awnings, or porticos
2	Divided light windows on the second story
3	Dentil course
4	Transoms
5	Architectural lighting attached to the building
6	Outdoor patios
7	Storefront display windows
8	Architectural details; such as, tile work or moldings, integrated into the building facade
9	Integrated planters or a low wall that incorporates landscape and sitting areas
10	Offsets, reveals, or projecting ribs used to express architectural or structural bays

E. 

Facade Materials

a. Except for windows and doors, all building facades shall be composed of 100 percent masonry materials. Sealed and stained cedar architectural enhancements are acceptable.

b. At least 33 percent of the front facade shall consist of windows or glass doors.

F. 

Building Accents Materials and Material Changes

a. No single masonry material shall comprise the entire facade treatment of a building.

b. Side and rear facades shall be finished in a similar color, texture, and materials as the main front facade of the building.

G. 

Screening Refuse and Recycling Collection Areas

a. Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be located to minimize their visibility from public streets.

b. Refuse and recycling receptacles shall be screened with a six (6) to eight (8) foot masonry wall of a color to match the primary building.

c. Refuse and recycling collection enclosures shall contain permanent walls on three (3) sides with the service opening not directly facing any public right-of-way or any residentially zoned property. The fourth side may incorporate a metal gate to visually screen the dumpster or compactor. Refuse and recycling collection enclosure doors cannot open into or obstruct the fire lane, access easement, or utility easement.

H. 

Screening Equipment

a. The multifamily buildings in Phase 1 shall utilize open screening materials on the rear elevations of the buildings. No multifamily HVAC equipment shall be visible on the front elevations.

b. The retail buildings located in Phase 2 shall utilize closed screening on all elevations and/or the building parapet walls as HVAC screening.

I. 

Interior Finish Out

a. Natural stone countertops made of granite or marble shall be used in all residential kitchens.

b. The use vinyl construction products such as vinyl composition tile is prohibited

c. All residential wet areas shall use ceramic, glass, or natural stone tile for back splashes, surrounds, and bathrooms. The City Administrator may approve an alternative material that meets the same quality and style of the materials listed in this sub-section.

52.11 

STREETSCAPE REQUIREMENTS.

A. 

Intersections and Driveways

a. If a sidewalk or pedestrian way crosses either a public right-of-way or a public right-of-way intersection, then the development shall install crosswalks that clearly define the crosswalk by using changes in material or colors within the area of the crosswalk.

b. The above requirement shall only apply when the sidewalk or pedestrian way is within either a public right-of-way or an area immediately adjacent to a public right-of-way.

c. Paving at the main driveway entrance of the apartment complex, at the main boulevard and Interstate 20 Service Road, the Gateway Cinema Drive entrance, and around the Round-About, shall have a change in color and texture paving. A section of the driveway for the retail phase, off of Gateway Drive, shall have a change in color and texture paving.

B. 

Street Furnishings

a. Areas along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings shall incorporate features to promote a walkable environment such as seats and benches.

b. Benches shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings along Main Boulevard at a rate of one (1) bench per 150 linear feet of sidewalk.

c. Litter receptacles shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings along Main Boulevard at a rate of one (1) receptacle per 150 linear feet of sidewalk.

d. Planters shall be provided at a rate of one (1) planter per 75 feet of sidewalk.

e. All benches and trash receptacles shall be identical in style and color.

f. Street furnishings shall be low maintenance and resistant to vandalism.

g. Street furnishings shall maintain an unencumbered walkway for pedestrians.

h. Street furnishings may be grouped together at common locations, such as plaza or outdoor sitting/eating areas.

52.12 

SIGNS.

A. Pole signs, Off-Premises signs, balloon and inflatable signs are prohibited in the PD-CS District.

B. All signs shall be attached to buildings, except for monument signs, which must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. limited to two (2) per public street frontage.

b. limited to a maximum of sixty (60) square feet in size.

c. limited to a maximum height of twelve (12) feet; if a vertical monument sign is used, a height variance may be granted by the City Administrator.

d. The City Administrator may approve monument signs being placed in the right-of-way if there is no negative effect on public safety and visibility.

e. A multi-tenant commercial sign may be installed after review by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approval by City Council.

f. The developer must provide a location with sign easement approved by the City Administrator on the Interstate 20 frontage for one single or multi-tenant sign to serve businesses located north of the proposed development. The sign design and placement must be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

C. Light Pole banners must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. limited to a maximum of ten (10) square feet.

b. limited to a maximum of two (2) per light pole.

c. all light pole banners must be approved by the City of Hudson Oaks prior to placement.

d. light pole banners will be limited to publicize special events, community wide events, holiday celebrations, public art and other city sponsored events.

e. Retail suite numbers shall be applied to transom glass above the suite main entry doors. Maximum number height is six inches (6"). Color and style shall be consistent with the development signage standards.

D. All permanent signs shall be limited to 60 square feet in size. The City Administrator may approve larger signs if the larger sign is consistent with the building style within the development and does not detract from the visual appeal of any surrounding building or the entire development site.

E. Building Identification Signs must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. will be a maximum of one per business/building face.

b. will be a minimum of 12 feet above sidewalk level.

c. will be a maximum size of 25 square feet.

d. will be a maximum height of 24 inches for letters or logos.

F. All signs shall be consistent with the look and feel of the building style within the development.

a. Developer shall review and approve all retail signage prior to retail tenant’s submittal to the city for approval.

52.13 

SITE LIGHTING DESIGN.

A. 

Applicability and Conformance

a. All developments shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Site Plan or other building permit application materials.

B. 

Light Pole and Fixture Consistency

a. All street and parking lot light poles and fixtures shall be black in color and have the same shape and style base, pole, and lighting fixture throughout the PD-CS District.

b. All light poles and fixtures shall be consistent with the appearance (color, design, size, etc.) of the light poles and fixtures shown in Figure 11 [Figure 12] below.

52.14 

DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS NOT LISTED WITHIN THIS SECTION.

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 52 for the nonresidential use areas, development regulations shall be applied per the “RC” Restricted Commercial District.

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 52 for the residential use areas, development regulations shall be applied per the “MF” Multifamily District.

(Ordinance 2021-12 adopted 5/27/21)

§ 53 PD-BW Planned Development Brewery.

53.1 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the PD-BW District is to strengthen the City’s economy, provide a quality mix of uses, and create an attractive and desirable destination with a rustic and modern look and feel for residents of and visitors to Hudson Oaks. The PD-BW District will specifically mix light industrial uses with aspects of retail/restaurant developments.

53.2 

DEVELOPMENT PLAN

The Development Plan referenced throughout this Section is shown below:

53.3 

CONCEPTUAL IMAGES

The following conceptual images display the intended types of uses and building designs for this planned development zoning district.

53.4 

PERMITTED USES

Uses permitted within the “PD-BW” District shall be all uses listed as permitted in the “GC” General Commercial Zoning District. The following uses are also expressly permitted:

Brewery

Authorizes the manufacture of ale and malt liquor and sell the ale and malt liquor. Authorizes the sale of ale produced on the brewer’s premises under the permit to ultimate consumers on the brewer’s premises.

Brewer’s Distribution

Authorizes Brewers to distribute from their place of business.

Brewpub

Authorizes the manufacture, brew, bottle, can, package and label malt liquor, ale, and beer; and sell or offer without charge, on the premises of the brewpub, to ultimate consumers for consumption on or off those premises. Also allows the sale of mixed beverages and wine for on-premises consumption.

Food Truck

Authorizes the use of up to 2 food trucks in compliance with Hudson Oaks Health Code. Food truck parking is not permitted for a period of more than 72 hours.

Outdoor Entertainment

Authorizes outdoor entertainment in compliance with the Development Plan and the City of Hudson Oaks Noise Ordinances.

53.5 

LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS

The development will meet the Development Plan and Conceptual Images. Staff may approve changes of up to 25% of building size.

53.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS

A. 

Building Form and Placement

a. All buildings shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plan

b. 

New Buildings

i. If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plan, then an amended Development Plan must be submitted

ii. Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plan must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

B. 

Approved Variation to the Development Plan

a. The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

i. 

Minimum Setbacks:

1. A variation of [up] to 10 feet in any minimum setback

ii. 

Building Footprint

1. Up to 25 percent of a building’s linear footprint as shown on the Development Plan may be adjusted in a different shape.

iii. 

Building Coverage

1. The building coverage may be increased by up to 25 percent

53.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to Section 31 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance.

53.8 

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping shall conform to Section 35 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance.

53.9 

SCREENING

A. 

Screening Refuse and Recycling Collection Areas

a. Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be located to minimize their visibility from public streets.

b. Refuse and recycling receptacles shall be screened with a six (6) to eight (8) foot masonry wall of a color to match the primary building.

c. Refuse and recycling collection enclosures shall contain permanent walls on three (3) sides with the service opening not directly facing any public right-of-way or any residentially zoned property. The fourth side may incorporate a metal gate to visually screen the dumpster or compactor. Refuse and recycling collection enclosure doors cannot open into or obstruct the fire lane, access easement, or utility easement.

B. 

Screening Equipment

a. All uses shall screen all mechanical, heating, and air conditioning equipment (e.g., rooftop or ground equipment) from public view and adjacent residential property.

53.10 

DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS NOT LISTED WITHIN THIS SECTION

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 53, development regulations shall be applied per the “GC” General Commercial District.

(Ordinance 2017-08 adopted 5/–/17)

§ 54 PD-VAO Planned Development Village at Oakridge.

54.1 

PURPOSE

The purpose of the PD-VAO District is to strengthen the City’s economy by providing quality housing for a highly demanded and under-served market. The PD-VAO District will provide a gated, managed community for residents aged 55 and older.

54.2 

DEVELOPMENT PLAN

The Development Plan referenced throughout this Section is shown below:

54.3 

CONCEPTUAL IMAGES

The following conceptual images display the intended types of uses and building designs for this planned development zoning district. Actual architectural design must closely resemble the conceptual images below. Breaks, pitch, and hips must be included in the roof design.

54.4 

PERMITTED USES

The following uses are expressly permitted within the “PD-VAO” District:

Restricted 55+ Residential Housing:

As described in the exhibits in Section 53.2 [54.2]

Common Areas/Activity Center

Authorizes the construction and inclusion of greenspace and buildings to be used as common areas for residents of the development, including an activity center and pool.

Gated Access

Authorizes the inclusion of gated access control to the property.

54.5 

LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS

The development will meet the Development Plan and Conceptual Images. Staff may approve changes of up to 25% of building size.

54.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS

A. 

Building Form and Placement

a. All buildings shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plan

b. 

New Buildings

i. If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plan, then an amended Development Plan must be submitted

ii. Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plan must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

B. 

Approved Variation to the Development Plan

a. The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

i. 

Minimum Setbacks:

1. A variation of [up] to 10 feet in any minimum setback

ii. 

Building Footprint

1. Up to 25 percent of a building’s linear footprint as shown on the Development Plan may be adjusted in a different shape.

iii. 

Building Coverage

1. The building coverage may be increased or decreased by up to 15 percent

54.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to Section 31 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance.

54.8 

LANDSCAPING

Landscaping shall conform to Section 35 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance and meet the buffering and interior requirements below.

The development shall provide a living material buffer of layered landscape including trees, shrubs, and low level plantings on the roadway facing fencing. Interior landscaping shall include planting beds, trees, and grass lawns for each residential unit and must be fully maintained by property management.

54.9 

AGE RESTRICTION

The PD-VAO District is restricted to residents age fifty-five (55) years and older. A married spouse of a resident may reside within the PD-VAO District provided that at least one resident within the marriage meets the age requirements identified in this section. Visitors under the age of 55 years old shall be permitted for no more than ten (10) consecutive days (“Visit”) and Visits may not occur within ninety (90) days of each other.

54.10 

INTERIOR FINISH REQUIREMENTS

a. Natural stone countertops made of granite, marble, or a like alternative approved by the City Administrator shall be used in all residential kitchens.

b. The use of vinyl construction products such as vinyl composition tile is prohibited.

c. All residential wet areas shall use ceramic, glass, or natural stone tile for back splashes, surrounds, and bathrooms. The City Administrator may approve an alternative material that meets the same quality and style of the materials listed in this subsection.

54.11 

SCREENING

An approved development fence or landscape buffer screen shall be required along a property line when adjacent to a residential development. In order to accommodate future development, openings in the required development fence may occur where sidewalks or trails are intended to connect to a future development. The east property line shall use an 8' board on board privacy fence. All other property lines will use a minimum 6' ornamental iron fence. All refuse areas shall be screened and fully enclosed.

Editor’s note–The subsections in section 54 above were erroneously numbered as 53.1, 53.2, et seq. These were corrected without notation to 54.1, 54.2, et seq.

(Ordinance 2017-09 adopted 7/27/17)

§ 55 (Reserved)

§ 56 PD-EHO Planned Development Elan Hudson Oaks District.

56.1 

PURPOSE.

The purpose of the PD-EHO District is to strengthen the City’s economy by providing for a high quality duplex and multifamily development, designed to capitalize on its proximity to neighboring development, to improve the community’s quality of life, and to promote a sense of community and place.

56.2 

SITE PLAN/DEVELOPMENT PLAN.

The Site Plan/Development Plan for the PD-EHO District is shown below.

56.3 

CONCEPTUAL BUILDING ELEVATIONS.

The building elevations display the intended types of uses and building designs for the PD-EHO District as shown below.

56.4 

PERMITTED USES.

Uses permitted within the “PD-EHO” District shall be permitted in accordance with the following use chart. If a land use is permitted by-right, then the letter “P” will be shown in the Permitted column below. If the land use is permitted upon approval of a Specific Use Permit, then the letters “SUP” will be shown in the Permitted column. If the Permitted column does not show a “P” or “SUP”, then the use is prohibited.

Table 1: PD-EHO Land Use Table
Land Use Designation	Permitted
Residential Uses
Agricultural Use
Apartment, Multifamily	P
Boarding House
Garage Apartment
Guesthouse
Convent, Rectory, Monastery
Assisted Living Facility
HUD Manufactured Home or Subdivision
Townhouse, Duplex	P
Single-Family Detached

56.5 

LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS.

Table 2: PD-EHO Lot, Area, and Height Regulations
Minimum Lot Area	None
Minimum Lot Width	None
Minimum Lot Depth	None
Minimum Front Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Side Yard Adjacent to Street	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Minimum Rear Yard	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections
Maximum Building Height	Three Stories/54 Feet
Maximum Lot Coverage (Includes All Buildings)	Shall be as shown on the Development Plan and Street Sections

56.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS.

A. 

Building Form and Placement.

a. All buildings associated with the duplex or multifamily portion of the development shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plan.

b. 

New Buildings.

i. If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plan, then an amended Development Plan must be submitted.

ii. Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plan must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

B. 

Approved Variation to the Development Plan.

a. The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

i. 

Minimum Setbacks:

1. A variation of up to 10 feet in any minimum setback.

ii. 

Building Footprint:

1. Up to 25 percent of a building’s linear footprint as shown on the Development Plan may be adjusted in a different shape.

iii. 

Building Coverage:

1. The building coverage may be increased by up to 15 percent.

iv. 

Placement:

1. Buildings along Inspiration Drive, Oykey Trail and Crestview Drive may be set back from the front property line by up to 20 feet. Buildings may also be brought forward so the building line abuts the right-of-way (i.e., a zero [0] setback).

C. 

Street Section.

a. The following street section shall govern the general building form and placement along Oykey Trail.

56.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS.

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to the amount and dimensions shown on the Development Plan. The Development Plan shall be controlling over Section 31 in terms of the size and number of parking and loading spaces. The City Administrator may approve the reduction of parking spaces to accommodate on-street landscape islands in horizontal parking areas. On-street parking design shall try to minimize expansive sections of horizontal parking areas with the use of on-street plant areas.

56.8 

SCREENING.

Screening of above ground equipment to include A/C condensers, electrical transformers and other above ground mounted utilities shall be screened from streets and opens space areas. Fences, walls or plant material may be utilized for screening of above ground equipment. Dumpsters or trash compactors shall be screened with a 3-sided masonry enclosure with an access door. Dumpster enclosures shall also receive landscape screening with evergreen shrubs per the Planned Development Landscape Plan. An approved development fence or landscape buffer screen shall be required along a property line when adjacent to a residential development. In order to accommodate future development, openings in the required development fence may occur where sidewalks or trails are intended to connect to a future development.

56.9 

LANDSCAPING.

A. Landscaping shall be provided as shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan as shown below.

B. Landscaping Generally

a. The overall percent of landscaping within the PD-EHO District shall be the same as shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan.

b. The number of trees shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan shall govern their placement within the PD-EHO District.

C. Locational Criteria

a. The location of all landscaping within the PD-EHO District shall be the same as shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan.

b. All landscape material shall comply with the visibility requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance.

D. Landscape Materials Criteria

a. The use of a variety of plant material native to the area, or locally adapted for drought tolerance, is required.

E. Landscaping in Parking Lots

a. The percentage of landscaping in parking lots within the PD-EHO District shall be the same as shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan and shall govern over Zoning Ordinance Sections 35.8.A and 35.8.B.

F. Landscaping Area

a. Twenty (20) percent of the landscaped area shown on the Planned Development Landscape Plan shall be used for shrub beds.

b. No more than eighty (80) percent of the landscaped area shown shall be used for turf grasses.

56.10 

BUILDING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN.

A. 

Applicability and Conformance.

a. All buildings shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Development Plan and Elevations submitted with a building permit.

B. 

Building Orientation and Facade Design.

a. Buildings whose primary facade runs lengthwise along Oykey Trail shall have their primary entrances along the rear of the building facing the parking lot. Secondary entrances may be provided along the front of the building facing the right-of-way. Buildings whose primary facade runs lengthwise along Inspiration Drive shall have their primary entrances along the rear of the building facing the parking lot. Secondary entrances may be provided along the front of the building facing the right-of-way. The rear facade shall keep with the character and be similar to that of the front façade.

C. 

Building Articulation.

a. Facade depth and height articulation shall be required as shown on the Development Plan, with the exception of the City Administrator granting a written “Approved Variation” to the building footprint.

D. 

Design Elements Requirements.

a. All of the following elements shall be incorporated into the residential building’s exterior design:

Table (X): Menu of Residential Design Elements
1	Divided light windows
2	Dentil course
3	Architectural lighting attached to the building
4	Outdoor patios and/or balconies
5	Architectural details; such as tile work, moldings, corbels, shutters, awnings, etc. shall be integrated into the building façade
6	Offsets, reveals, or projecting ribs used to express architectural or structural bays

E. 

Façade Materials.

a. Except for windows, doors, garage doors, balconies, corridor or stairway entrances, all building facades shall be composed of a minimum 85 percent brick, stone or stucco masonry materials. The remaining 15 percent can be cementitious fiber-cement hardboard masonry siding. Sealed and stained cedar architectural enhancements are acceptable. Material percentages are calculated from the finished floor to the top of plate at the upper floor.

b. Up to 30 percent of the front façade shall consist of windows or glass doors.

F. 

Building Accents Materials and Material Changes.

a. No single material shall comprise the entire façade treatment of any residential building.

b. Side and rear facades shall be finished in a similar color, texture, and materials as the main façade of the building.

G. 

Screening Refuse and Recycling Collection Areas.

a. Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be located to minimize their visibility from public streets.

b. Refuse and recycling receptacles shall be screened with a six (6) to eight (8) foot masonry wall of a color to match the primary building.

c. Refuse and recycling collection enclosures shall contain permanent walls on three (3) sides with the service opening not directly facing any public right-of-way or any residential building. The fourth side may incorporate a metal gate to visually screen the dumpster or compactor. Refuse and recycling collection enclosure doors cannot open into or obstruct the fire lane, access easement, or utility easement.

H. 

Screening Equipment.

All mechanical, heating, and air-conditioning equipment (e.g., rooftop or ground equipment) shall be screened from public view and adjacent residential building.

I. 

Interior Finish Out.

a. Natural stone countertops made of granite or marble shall be used in all residential kitchens and baths.

b. Flooring materials shall consist of wood look plank flooring in Kitchen, Living and Bath areas. Bedrooms and Closets shall have carpet.

c. Appliances shall be stainless steel.

d. All units shall include washers and dryers.

e. All residential wet areas shall use ceramic, glass, or natural stone tile for back splashes, tub and shower surrounds in bathrooms. The City Administrator may approve an alternative material that meets the same quality and style of the materials listed in this subsection.

56.11 

STREETSCAPE REQUIREMENTS.

A. 

Pedestrian Crossing at Intersections and Driveways.

a. If a sidewalk or pedestrian way crosses either a driveway or an intersection, then the development shall install crosswalks that clearly define the crosswalk by using changes in material or colors within the area of the crosswalk. Such as contrasting stained concrete, brick or stone pavers, etc. Examples for paving are shown in the images below.

b. The above requirement shall only apply when the sidewalk or pedestrian way is within either the right-of-way or an area immediately adjacent to a right-of-way.

B. Street Furnishings

a. Areas along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings shall incorporate features to promote a walkable environment such as seats and benches.

b. Benches shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings along Oykey Trail and Inspiration Drive at a rate of one (1) bench per 150 linear feet of sidewalk.

c. Litter receptacles shall be provided along sidewalks or adjacent to buildings along Oykey Trail and Inspiration Drive at a rate of one (1) receptacle per 150 linear feet of sidewalk.

d. All benches and trash receptacles shall be identical in style and color.

e. Street furnishings shall be low maintenance and resistant to vandalism.

f. Street furnishings shall maintain an unencumbered walkway for pedestrians.

g. Street furnishings may be grouped together at common locations, such as plaza or outdoor sitting/eating areas. Examples for benches and receptacles are included in the images below.

56.12 

SIGNS.

A. Pole signs, Off-Premise[s] signs, balloon and inflatable signs are prohibited in the PD-EHO District.

B. All signs shall be attached to buildings, except for monument signs, which must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. limited to two (2) per public street frontage.

b. limited to a maximum of sixty (60) square feet in size.

c. limited to a maximum height of eight (8) feet; if a vertical monument sign is used, a height variance may be granted by the City Administrator.

d. The City Administrator may approve monument signs being placed in the right-of-way if there is no negative effect on public safety and visibility.

e. [sic]

C. Light Pole banners must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. limited to a maximum of ten (10) square feet.

b. limited to a maximum of two (2) per light pole.

c. all light pole banners must be approved by the City of Hudson Oaks prior to placement.

d. light pole banners will be limited to publicize special events, community wide events, holiday celebrations, public art and other city sponsored events.

D. All permanent signs shall be limited to 60 square feet in size. The City Administrator may approve larger signs if the larger sign is consistent with the building style within the development and does not detract from the visual appeal of any surrounding building or the entire development site.

E. Building Identification Signs must adhere to the following guidelines:

a. will be a maximum of one per building face.

b. will be a minimum of 12 feet above sidewalk level.

c. will be a maximum size of 25 square feet.

d. will be a maximum height of 24 inches for letters or logos.

F. All signs shall be consistent with the look and feel of the building style within the development.

56.13 

SITE LIGHTING DESIGN.

A. Applicability and Conformance

a. All developments shall comply with this section.

b. The conformance with the following standards shall be shown on the Site Plan or other building permit application materials.

B. Light Pole and Fixture Consistency

a. All street and parking lot light poles and fixtures shall be black in color and have the same shape and style base, pole, and lighting fixture throughout the PD-EHO District.

b. All light poles and fixtures shall be consistent with the conceptual appearance (color, design, size, etc.) of the light poles and fixtures shown in the images below.

56.14 

DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS NOT LISTED WITHIN THIS SECTION.

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 56, development regulations shall be applied per the “MF” Multifamily Residential District.

(Ordinance 2021-18 adopted 6/24/21)

§ 57 PD-SWOP Planned Development Southwest Office Park.

57.1 

PURPOSE.

The purpose of the PD-SWOP (Southwest Office Park) District is to strengthen the City's economy, provide a quality mix of uses, and create an attractive and desirable destination with a rustic and modern look and feel for residents of and visitors to Hudson Oaks. The PD-SWOP District will specifically mix light industrial uses with aspects of retail/service repair facilities/other light industrial developments.

57.2 

DEVELOPMENT PLAN.

The Development Plan referenced throughout this Section is shown below:

57.3 

CONCEPTUAL IMAGES.

The following conceptual images display the intended types of uses and building designs for this planned development zoning district.

57.4 

PERMITTED USES.

Uses permitted within the "PD-SWOP" District shall be all uses listed as permitted in the "LI" Light Industrial Zoning District as well as all uses listed as permitted in the "GC" General Commercial Zoning District. The following uses are also expressly permitted.

Land Use Designation	GC	LI	Special Conditions
PUBLIC & UTILITY USES
Public Park	P	P
Community Center	P	P	b, g
Government Administration Building	P	P
Public Library	P	P
Museum	P	P	g
Telephone Exchange, Switching or Relay	P	P	c, m
EDUCATIONAL USES
College or University	P	P	a, g
Commercial Trade School	P	P	a, g
Training Center	P	P	a, g
Nursery School	P	P	a, g
Primary or Secondary School	P	P	a, g
Vocational School	P	P	a, g
ENTERTAINMENT USES
Amusement Center, Indoor	S	S	g
Athletic Field, Commercial	P	P	a, g
Auditorium	P	P	g
Country Club	P	P	a, g
Gymnasium	P	P	g
Stable			b, g, h
Swimming Pool, Commercial	P	P	a, g
Theater, Cinema	P	P	a, g
MEDICAL USES
Clinic	P	P	a, g
Hospital	P	P	a, g
Licensed Therapeutic Spa	P	P	a, g
Medical Laboratory	P	P	a, g
Medical Office	P	P	a, g
Nursing Home	P	P	a, g
Veterinary Hospital, without Outside Pens	P	P	a, g
Veterinarian Office, Small Animal	P	P	a, g
TRANSPORTATION USES
Auto Carwash	S	P	a, g
Auto Parts & Accessory Shop	P	P	g
Auto Rental	P	P	g
Auto Repair Garage	S	S	a, g
Auto Dealer (New & Used)	S	S	a, g
Auto Service Station	P	P	a, g
Farm Machinery Dealer (New & Used)	P	P	a, g
PROFESSIONAL USES
Financial Institution	P	P	b, g
Office, Business	P	P	b, g
Office, Professional	P	P	b, g
RETAIL & SERVICE USES
Animal Grooming	P	P	b, g
Antique, Collectibles Shop	P	P	b, g
Tailor Shop	P	P	b, g
Arts, Crafts, & Hobby Shop	P	P	b, g
Bakery, Retail	P	P	b, g
Bakery, Wholesale	P	P	b, g
Bar (establishment deriving 75% or more of its gross revenue from on-premises sale of alcohol)	S	S	v
Barber Shop, Beauty Salon	P	P	b, g
Building Material and Hardware Sales	S	S	b, c, g
Cabinet or Upholstery Shop	S	S	b, g
Catering Service	P	P	b, g
Convenience Store, with or without fuel sales	P	P	b, g
Copy and Printing Shop	P	P	b, g
Day-Care Center, Adult	P	P	b, g
Day-Care Center, Child	P	P	b, g, j
Department Store	P	P	b, g
Exterminating Service	P	P	b, g
Factory Outlet, Retail or Wholesale Store	P	P	b, g
Farmers Market, Outdoor	P	P	b, g
Furniture, Fixture and Appliance Store	P	P	a, g
Greenhouse, Nursery	P	P	a, c, g
Grocery Store	P	P	b, g
Health Club	P	P	b, g
Hotel, Motel	P	P	a, g
Laundry, Dry Cleaning	P	P	b, g
Locksmith	P	P	b, g
Meat Market	P	P	g
Music Store	P	P	b, g
Nail Salon	S	S	b, g
Office Supply, Office Machine Sales & Service	P	P	b, g
Pet Supply Store	P	P	b, g
Pharmacy	P	P	b, g
Photographic Equipment Sales and Service	P	P	b, g
Rental Store	P	P	b, g
Restaurant	P	P	a, g
Shoe Repair	P	P	b, g
Sign Shop	P	P	a, g
Stone Monument Sales	P	P	a, c, g
Video Rental	P	P	b, g
Watch, Jewelry Sales, and Repair	P	P	b, g
Western Clothier and Supply	P	P	b, g
INDUSTRIAL USES
Building Materials Manufacturing		S	a, c, g
Electronics Manufacturing		S	a, c, g
Machine Shop		S	a, c, g
Manufacturing Facility		S	a, c, g
Pharmaceutical Plant		S	a, c, g
Plastic Products Manufacturing		S	a, c, g
Storage and Warehousing Establishment		P	a, c, g, k

Amusement Center, Indoor. Authorizes the use of a facility providing game equipment for entertainment and amusement as its primary source of income. Games contained in the facility may include coin-operated machines utilizing balls, pins, and baskets, video equipment, and pinball. Other equipment may include skill games such as pool, billiards, bowling, shuffleboard, darts, and batting cages. Any combination of these games may be used in the facility. Games of wagering and chance, including 8-liners, categorized as gambling are prohibited and not included in this use.

Auto Dealer (New & Used). Authorizes the use of an open area or lot used for the display or sale of automobiles, trucks, and vans, where no repair work is done except minor reconditioning of cars to be displayed and sold on the premises, and no dismantling of cars for sale or keeping od used car parts or junk on the premises.

Auto Repair Garage. Authorizes the use of an enclosed facility designed for the repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, and vans with outside storage allowed, but no outside repair or maintenance conducted.

Building Material and Hardware Sales. Authorizes an establishment offering hand tools, small building materials, and associated convenience items for sale to the general public as well as a distribution and sales center for retail and wholesale hardware, plumbing, lumber, and other materials used in the building trade.

Building Material Manufacturing. Authorizes a facility for the production of building materials which include fiberglass, wallboard, shingles, etc.

Cabinet or Upholstery Shop. Authorizes a shop for the assembly of cabinetry for domestic use and furniture repairing, refinishing, and upholstery.

Electronics Manufacturing. Authorizes a facility for the production of printed circuit boards, microchips, and other electronic parts which may be assembled on-site into end products such as computers, televisions, radios, and communication equipment.

Food Truck. Authorizes the use of up to 2 food trucks in compliance with Hudson Oaks Health Code. Food truck parking is not permitted for a period of more than 72 hours.

Machine Shop. Authorizes a facility that manufactures metal products through the use of presses, stamps, and dyes.

Manufacturing Facility (Light). Authorizes a facility used for the subassembly, or assembly of subassemblies for industrial purposes, and may conduct manufacturing that does not emit noise, odor, dust, or other hazards.

Nail Salon. Authorizes a facility which provides services including, manicures, pedicures, and other similar personal services.

57.5 

LOT, AREA, AND HEIGHT REGULATIONS.

The development will meet the Development Plan and Conceptual Images. Staff may approve changes of up to 50% of building size.

"LI" Zoning District Area Requirements
Minimum Lot Area	6,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width	60 ft.
Minimum Lot Depth	100 ft.
Minimum Front Yard	25 ft.
Minimum Side Yard	10 ft. if adjacent to residential use, 0 ft. to other districts.
Minimum Side Yard adjacent to street (corner lot)	10 ft.
Minimum Rear Yard	25 ft.
Maximum Building Height	70 ft.

57.6 

BUILDING FORM AND PLACEMENT REGULATIONS.

57.6.1 

Building Form and Placement.

57.6.1.1 All buildings shall have the same footprint, coverage, and placement as shown on the Development Plan.

57.6.1.2 

New Buildings.

57.6.1.2.1 If any new buildings are proposed that are not shown on the Development Plan, then an amended Development Plan must be submitted.

57.6.1.2.2 Any amendment to add a new building to a Development Plan must be approved by ordinance following public notice and a public hearing meeting the requirements of Section 44.3, Procedure.

57.6.2 

Approved Variation to the Development Plan.

57.6.2.1 The City Administrator may approve the following variations up to the predetermined amounts.

57.6.2.2 

Minimum Setbacks:

A variation of up to 10 feet in any minimum setback.

57.6.2.2.1 

Building Footprint.

Up to 50 percent of a building's linear footprint as shown on the Development Plan may be adjusted in a different shape.

57.6.2.2.2 

Building Coverage.

The building coverage may be increased by up to 50 percent.

57.7 

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS.

All off-street parking and loading requirements shall conform to Section 31 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance.

57.8 

LANDSCAPING.

Landscaping shall conform to Section 35 of the Hudson Oaks Zoning Ordinance.

57.9 

SCREENING.

57.9.1 

Screening Refuse and Recycling Collection Areas.

57.9.1.1 Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be located to minimize their visibility from public streets.

57.9.1.2 Refuse and recycling receptacles shall be screened with a six (6) to eight (8) foot masonry wall of a color to match the primary building.

57.9.1.3 Refuse and recycling collection enclosures shall contain permanent walls on three (3) sides with the service opening not directly facing any public right-of-way or any residentially zoned property. The fourth side may incorporate a metal gate to visually screen the dumpster or compactor. Refuse and recycling collection enclosure doors cannot open into or obstruct the fire lane, access easement, or utility easement.

57.9.2 

Screening Equipment.

All uses shall screen all mechanical, heating, and air conditioning equipment (e.g., rooftop or ground equipment) from public view and adjacent residential property.

57.10 

EXTERIOR FIRE RESISTANCE CONSTRUCTION.

Exterior fire resistant construction shall be required on all Light Industrial district building structures hereafter constructed, erected, reconstructed, enlarged more than 25% of the original structure footprint, or moved onto any lot or parcel within the city. Exterior fire resistant construction shall mean and consist of a minimum of 75 percent of the total ground floor exterior wall surface (exclusive of opening for light, ventilation and access) of building structures to be of brick, rock, stone, concrete block, concrete aggregate block, either installed as freestanding veneer or installed or laid onto existing wall structures or tilt wall structures, or combination thereof, or of an equivalent masonry material as approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council in the site plan approval process. No composite material containing manmade materials may be installed unless approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council. No single ground floor wall face of any building structure shall contain less than 75 percent of its exposed surface of exterior fire resistant construction material.

57.11 

DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS NOT LISTED WITHIN THIS SECTION.

For any specific development regulations not listed within the text of Section 57, development regulations shall be applied per the "GC" General Commercial District.

(Ordinance 2023-09 adopted 7/27/2023)