Item 6C - Consolidated Land Use Plan DRAFT 01-31-2023
City of Southlake
DRAFT Consolidated Future Land Use
Plan – January 31, 2023
An Element of the Southlake Comprehensive Plan
Adopted by Southlake City Council
Ordinance No. 1269
Prepared by
Planning & Development Services Department
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
John Huffman
Mayor
Kathy Talley
Place 1
Randy Robbins
Place 2
Shawn McCaskill
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, Place 3
Ronell Smith
Place 4
Amy Torres‐Lepp
Place 5
Randy Williamson
Mayor Pro Tem, Place 6
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Daniel Kubiak
Chairman
Michael Forman
Vice Chairman
Scott Dyche
Commissioner
Gina Phalen
Commissioner
Austin Reynolds
Commissioner
Michael Springer
Commissioner
Craig Rothmeier
Commissioner
CITY STAFF
Shana K. Yelverton
City Manager
Alison Ortowski
Assistant City Manager
Daniel Cortez, AICP
Director of Economic Development and Tourism
Ken Baker, AICP
Senior Director of Planning & Development Services (Retired)
Dennis Killough, AICP
Director of Planning & Development Services
Jenny Crosby, AICP
Deputy Director of Planning & Development Services
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
SECTOR PLANNING AND LAND USE PLANNING .......................................................................................... 2
APPROVAL PROCESS AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT .................................................................................... 3
RELATIONSHIP TO SOUTHLAKE’S STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ................................................. 4
RELATIONSHIP TO VISION NORTH TEXAS .................................................................................................... 6
RELATIONSHIP TO ZONING ............................................................................................................................. 6
LAND USE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................................. 7
LAND USE CATEGORIES AND DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................... 10
OPTIONAL LAND USE CATEGORIES AND DEFINITIONS ................................................................................ 20
SUMMARY OF LAND USE PLAN CHANGES AND SITE-SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS ........................... 32
LAND USE DESIGNATION CHANGES ........................................................................................................... 32
SUMMARY OF LAND USE PLAN CHANGES BY CORRIDOR/SECTOR ....................................................... 35
COMPARISON OF 2018 AND 2023 FUTURE LAND USE PLANS ................................................................. 69
AIRPORT COMPATIBLE LAND USES ................................................................................................................. 72
NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION ACTIVITIES ........................................................................................... 73
Policy on Natural Resource Extraction Activities .............................................................................................. 73
Site Design Standards for Oil & Gas Drilling & Production Pad Sites .............................................................. 74
APPENDIX A ......................................................................................................................................................... 77
APPENDIX B ......................................................................................................................................................... 81
APPENDIX C ......................................................................................................................................................... 94
APPENDIX D ....................................................................................................................................................... 102
APPENDIX E ....................................................................................................................................................... 103
APPENDIX F ....................................................................................................................................................... 104
Land Use Plan History ......................................................................................................................................... 105
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INTRODUCTION
The Consolidated Future Land Use Plan (the Land Use Plan) is a component
of the Southlake 2035 Plan, the city’s comprehensive planGreat cities like
Southlake just don’t happen – they start with a vision. In Southlake, that
vision lives in the Comprehensive Plan. It allows the City Council to establish
a blueprint for the Ccity with a plan that reflects the values and desires of
the citizens. It guides growth and development in the Ccity, sets the Ccity’s
expectations for its quality of life, determines level of services, and
prioritizes capital investment projects. The plan sets out strategies for
coordinating and leveraging Ccity investment, policy, and programming to
maximize economic opportunity for Southlake over the next 20 years. It
covers many areas including land use;, transportation;, community
facilities;, park services;, environmental protection;, urban design;, water,
wastewater, and stormwater;, public arts;, health and wellness;, and
economic development and tourism. The Comprehensive Plan is aligned
with the Ccity’s strategic vision, providing a framework for day‐to‐day
activities and ensuring the accomplishment of larger goals related to capital
facilities, programs, and resources.
The comprehensive plan is a reflection of the community’s values and serves
as a blueprint for Southlake’s future. More specifically, the comprehensive
plan establishes a framework to coordinate the city’s activities and to guide
the city’s decision‐making for the next 20 years. As such, the comprehensive
plan and its components are updated on a regular basis.
Due toingusing
The Consolidated Future Land Use Plan, a
component of Southlake’s
Comprehensive Plan, is Southlake’s vision
for future development that serves as a
guide for land use decisions and as a
foundation for Southlake’s zoning and
subdivision regulations. The plan is a
policy document that allocates the
general location, concentration, and
intensity of future development within
the City by land use categories. The 2023 update of the Southlake 2035
Consolidated Future Land Use Plan replaces the Southlake 2030 2035 Land
Use Plan, which was adopted in 20182.
Southlake 2035
Vision Statement
“Southlake will continue to
enhance its status as a desirable,
attractive, safe, healthy and
fiscally‐sound community with
quality neighborhoods, while
maintaining a high standard of
living, learning, shopping,
working, recreation, and open
spaces. Southlake will continue to
be a vibrant community that
epitomizes both economic and
environmental sustainability.”
Comprehensive Plan Branding
Due to the various comprehensive
plan elements having different
review and update cycles, Southlake
is moving away from using branding
that identifies the future plan year.
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SECTOR PLANNING AND LAND USE PLANNING
The City of Southlake approaches land use planning through sector planning, a method which divides the City
into sectors (or corridors) along major roadways) to identify development issues and to develop
recommendations for each individual area. This approach recognizes that planning issues are numerous and
complex, and may vary from area to area or even site to site. In short, the purpose of a sector plan (or corridor
plan) is to:
Establish a detailed background for the planning area;,
Identify current development constraints and issues;,
Identify features, resources and areas to be protected or improved;,
Explore development opportunities; and
List recommendations for the future development and conservation of the area.
Sector planning was first implemented in Southlake during the development of the Southlake 2025 Plan in 2004.
The City was originally divided into nine planning areas, although some areas were combined during the actual
planning process. Sector boundaries were further refined as part of the Southlake 2030 Plan process and also
included two small planning areas identified as requiring further discussion and review. These small planning
areas were the Carroll/1709 Plan Area (a 150‐acre area at the southwest corner of E. Southlake Boulevard and
S. Carroll Avenue) and the Crooked/Kimball Plan Area (an 82‐acre area between S. Kimball Avenue and S. Nolen
Drive). The two resulting “Small Area Plans” took sector planning to a more thorough and detailed level.
This The current comprehensive plan update, the Southlake 2035 Plan, includes the same sectors established
under the Southlake 2030 Plan with small changes to plan boundaries and utilized in the Southlake 2035 Plan.
This includes four sector plans (West, North, Central, and Southeast) and two corridor plans (S.H. 114 Corridor
and F.M. Corridors). Recommendations from the Southlake 2030 Carroll/1709 Small Area Plan and
Crooked/Kimball Small Area Plan were incorporated as appropriate.
Southlake 2025 Planning Sectors Southlake 2030 Planning Sectors
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Southlake 2035 Planning Sectors for Southlake 2035 and for the 2023 Update
For the Southlake 2035 process, the 1709 Corridor and 1938 Corridor were consolidated into one plan called the
F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan (also known as the F.M. Corridor Plan). Similarly, the Central, North,
Southeast, and West Sectors were combined into one document called the Sector Plan. For the 2023 update,
the area plans are not separate documents and are incorporated into the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan
document.
Although recommendations may vary from area to area, all sector and corridor plans are intended to work
together to support a desired direction for growth as outlined in the adopted Vision, Goals and Objectives of the
Southlake 2030 2035 Plan (Ordinance No. 9601173). As such, the land use recommendations from the sector
and corridor plans are consolidated to create one cohesive document for the City as a whole: and the result is
the City’s Land Use Plan.
Recommendations developed in the sector and corridor plans will also be incorporated into other plan elements,
such as the Master ThoroughfareMobility Master Plan and Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, as
appropriate. In addition, the sector and corridor plansrecommendations will be utilized in setting priorities in
the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning process, updating current development ordinances, and
creating new planning related ordinances or programs as needed.
APPROVAL PROCESS AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
The City Council appointed the 2035 Corridor Planning Committee to oversee the update of the S.H. 114 Corridor
Plan and the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan, the first two sector plans developed during the Southlake
2035 comprehensive plan update. The Corridor Planning Committee included members of City Council, Planning
and Zoning Commission, and Parks and Recreation Board and their first task was to develop the Southlake 2035
Plan Vision, Goals and Objectives. The committee used the Southlake 2030 Plan Vision, Goals, and Objectives
as a foundation; making modifications to reflect changes in the community over the last several years and to
address the expansion of the comprehensive plan’s scope. Next, the committee developed the S.H. 114 Corridor
Plan, which was adopted by City Council on June 20th, 2017 and the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan,
which was adopted by City Council on December 5th, 2017. For the Sector Plan (including the North Sector,
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Central Sector, West Sector, and Southeast Sector) and the Consolidated Land Use Plan, City Council appointed
the Southlake 2035 Land Use Plan Committee. The Land Use Plan Committee included all members of the
Corridor Planning Committee as well as additional City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission members.
The Planning & Zoning Commission oversaw the 2023 update of the Land Use Plan. The Commission reviewed,
discussed, and developed land use recommendations during five work sessions from September to November
of 2022.
Altogether, the committees held six (6) public meetings and three (3) open house meetings between January
2017 and April 2018 to discuss, review, and develop land use recommendations for the three planning corridors,
four planning sectors, and the city as a whole. AAll of these meetings were open to the public and advertised
on the Ccity’s website.
In addition, an open house and Southlake Program for the Involvement of Neighborhoods (SPIN) meeting wereas
held for each individual planon December 13, 2022 to provide information and solicit public input. The SPIN
forum fosters open and timely communication between the citizens and Ccity
government regarding programs and issues affecting the quality of life in the
community in order to provide positive relations and a stronger sense of
community.
After reviewing comments fromFollowing the open house and SPIN meeting, the
Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval
of the plan. Next, the City Council conducted a first reading and second reading and
public hearing before final approval. Land Use Plan committee forwarded each
sector plan and small area plan to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council for formal approval.
A public hearing was held by both the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council before final
approval. In summary, the approval process for each sector plan and small area plan was as follows:
1. 2035 Corridor Planning Committee and Land Use Plan
Committee meetingsPlanning & Zoning Commission
work sessions (5 meetings)
2. Open House and SPIN meeting
3. Planning & Zoning Commission public hearing
4. City Council 1st reading
5. City Council 2nd reading and public hearing (final plan
approval)
In addition, both the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council held public hearings for the
Consolidated Future Land Use Plan prior to adoption by Ordinance No. 1192 on June 19, 2018.
RELATIONSHIP TO SOUTHLAKE’S STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Strategic planning is an ongoing process where resources, critical concerns, community priorities and citizen
needs are combined to produce both a plan for the future and a measure for results. More specifically,
Southlake’s Strategic Management System links the City’s day‐to‐day activities to a comprehensive long‐term
strategy for public policy and management decisions.
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The Strategic Management System identifies Strategic Focus Areas
and Objectives to guide effective and efficient resource allocation
and provides benchmarks to assess performance. The Strategic
Focus Areas and Objectives are driven by the City’s Citizen
Satisfaction Survey and are outlined in the City’s Strategy Map
shown on the previous pageabove.
The Strategic Management System guided the development of the
Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals and Objectives (VGO), which define a
desired direction for growth in the City. All recommendations in the
Southlake 2030 and subsequent Southlake 2035
plansComprehensive Plan are tied to at least one Strategic Focus
Area from the Strategic Management System and at least one
Objective from the Adopted Vision, Goals and Objectives. The
recommendations from the comprehensive plan elements guide
the development of the Capital Improvements Program (a five‐year
plan for the purchase, construction or replacement of the City’s
physical assets) as well as departmental business plans. In turn, the
Capital Improvements Program and departmental business plans
dictate the City’s day‐to‐day activities and operations, ensuring the
City is working to achieve the community’s goals.
Further, the Southlake 2035 Comprehensive Plan assists the City
Council, Boards and Commissions in decision‐making by
establishing a blueprint for the City’s future. For example, the
Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council use the
Results
City Activities and Operations
Comprehensive Plan Elements
Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals
and Objectives
Strategic Management System
Citizen Satisfaction Survey
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Consolidated Future Land Use Plan to evaluate zoning requests and the manner and style in which development
occurs. Using the Plan as a guide helps to secure the community’s vision for growth and redevelopment.
RELATIONSHIP TO VISION NORTH TEXAS
Vision North Texas is a public, private, non‐profit and academic partnership headed by the North Central Texas
Council of Governments, the Urban Land Institute, and the University of Texas at Arlington. The partnership was
created to serve as a forum for discussion, research, and action on issues related to the growth and development
of North Central Texas. In addition, the partnership strives to increase public awareness about of important
regional land use issues and to build support for initiatives that create a successful and sustainable future for
North Texas.
From 2004 through 2010, Vision North Texas invited
stakeholders from across the region to participate in a series of
workshops to develop a vision for the region’s future as well as
an action plan to achieve that vision. The result of these
workshops wasis North Texas 2050, which describes the
preferred future envisioned by Vision North Texas participants.
The document also provides guiding principles to help decision‐
makers achieve the regional vision. The City of Southlake
recognizes the importance of the regional vision and has worked to align the Southlake 2035Comprehensive
Plan with North Texas 2050. Additional information on North Texas 2050 and Vision North Texas is available at
www.visionnorthtexas.org.
RELATIONSHIP TO ZONING
A comprehensive plan and its land use plan component are policy instruments; therefore, they are advisory and
general in nature. Zoning, on the other hand, is regulatory and establishes the current permissable uses and
development regulations for a property. Zoning, in the form of a zoning ordinance, is the primary mechanism
used by a municipality to implement its land use plan portion of the comprehensive plan.
Texas Local Government Code, Section 211.004, Compliance with Comprehensive Plan, differentiates zoning
ordinances from land use (or comprehensive) plans. The generally accepted interpretation of Section 211.004
is that an adopted land use plan (or comprehensive plan) forms a legal basis for zoning and, therefore , zoning
should be in accordance with the land use plan. The zoning ordinance interprets the general pattern and
categories of land uses in the land use plan into districts of permissible activities within specific district
boundaries.
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LAND USE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
All components of the Southlake 2035 Comprehensive Plan are guided by the Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals and
Objectives, which were adopted by City Council on June 20, 2017. The following goals and objectives are directly
applicable to the Land Use Plan:
Goal 1: Quality Development
Promote quality development that is consistent with the Urban Design Plan and existing development patterns, well‐
maintained, attractive, pedestrian‐friendly, safe, contributes to an overall sense of place and meet the needs of a vibrant
and diverse community.
Objective 1.1 Encourage the maintenance and enhancement of existing neighborhoods, features, and amenities
in order to preserve property values and a unique sense of place.
Objective 1.3 Encourage appropriately‐scaled neighborhood design that compliments existing development
patterns while creating unique places, recognizing that quality residential neighborhoods are the cornerstone of
our community.
Objective 1.4 Emphasize creativity and ensure environmental stewardship in the design of all development and
public infrastructure, maximizing the preservation of desirable natural features such as trees, topography,
streams, wildlife corridors and habitat.
Objective 1.5 Promote unique community character through a cohesive theme by emphasizing urban design
detail and performance standards for structures, streets, street lighting, landscaping, entry features, wayfinding
signs, open spaces, amenities, pedestrian/automobile orientation and transition to adjacent uses.
Objective 1.6 Consider high‐quality single‐family residential uses as part of a planned mixed‐use development at
appropriate transitional locations.
Objective 1.7 Explore and encourage opportunities for redevelopment when appropriate.
Objective 1.8 Ensure high‐quality design and a heightened sensitivity towards the integration of new
development with the existing development and urban design pattern.
Goal 2: Balance
Maintain a balanced approach to growth and development in order to preserve the City’s assets (schools, public safety, and
competitive edge in the region) and fiscal health.
Objective 2.1 Encourage a balance of uses, including retail, office, medical, hospitality, entertainment,
institutional, industrial and residential that is both responsive to and sustainable within changing market
conditions and sustains growth in property values for the future.
Objective 2.3 Ensure the City’s built environment fosters a positive relationship between the taxable value of real
property and the corresponding cost of municipal services.
Goal 3: Mobility
Develop an innovative mobility system that provides for the safe, convenient, efficient movement of people and goods,
reduces traffic congestion, promotes energy and transportation efficiency, and promotes expanded opportunities for citizens
to meet some routine needs by walking or bicycling.
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Objective 3.2 Implement and promote a mobility system that addresses safety, design, comfort and aesthetic
elements such as landscaping, crosswalks, railing, lighting, traffic‐calming and signage in order to provide distinct
character and functionality for the City.
Objective 3.8 Continue to evaluate and improve upon the existing mobility system within the City, maintaining
existing infrastructure, making required improvements, and evaluating innovative ways to integrate
transportation and land use.
Goal 4: Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Support a comprehensive integrated parks, recreation and open space system for all ages that creates value and preserves
natural assets of the City.
Objective 4.1 Ensure that new development incorporates usable open space.
Objective 4.2 Ensure that parkland and open spaces include an integrated mix of developed and natural areas with
consideration of protecting the City’s ecosystem and wildlife corridors.
Objective 4.4 Utilize partnerships to create open space and recreation facilities.
Objective 4.5 Ensure an even geographic distribution of park facilities and recreation activities—both active and
passive—for citizens of all ages.
Objective 4.10 Determine parkland desirable for dedication as part of the development process based on
classification, location and maintenance cost.
Goal 6: Economic Development
Create a diversified, vibrant and sustainable economy through the attraction and support of business enterprises and
tourism meeting the vision and standards desired by City leaders.
Objective 6.2 Provide necessary, desirable and diverse goods and services for residents of the City.
Objective 6.4 Attract desired businesses to ensure economic growth as well as continued employment and services
for residents of the City.
Objective 6.5 Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City business through the
promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry in the City.
Goal 7: Sustainability
Encourage the conservation, protection, enhancement and proper management of the natural and built environment.
Objective 7.3 Promote sustainable public and private development practices and patterns, building design, water‐
use reduction and waste reduction while maintaining the existing character of the city.
Objective 7.5 Conserve, restore and promote tree and plant cover that is native or adaptive to the City and region
while also protecting existing significant vegetation and maintaining the existing character of the City.
Goal 9: Partnerships
Fully utilize and coordinate with the City’s many partners to address issues facing the area, provide services and facilities,
promote volunteerism, support events and programs and encourage economic growth.
Objective 9.1 Partner with other government entities, non‐governmental organizations and the North Central
Texas Council of Governments to address regional and local issues.
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Objective 9.3 Continue active partnerships with non‐profit organizations, civic groups and local businesses to
create opportunities that benefit the community.
Objective 9.4 Partner with local school districts to educate Southlake’s youth in their municipality and seek youth
input when planning the future of our community.
Goal 10: Infrastructure
Through sound management and strategic investment, develop, maintain, improve and operate public infrastructure that
promotes health, safety and an enhanced quality of life for all members of the community.
Objective 10.5 Provide and maintain an effective stormwater management system throughout the City.
Goal 11: Tourism
Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City businesses through the use and promotion of the
tourism, convention and hotel industry as a tool for the local economy in the City.
Objective 11.1 Promote a destination image for the City and continuously evolve it to adapt to changing economic
conditions.
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LAND USE CATEGORIES AND DEFINITIONS
The following sections describe the twelve underlying land use categories. Additional information such as the
recommended land use mix, scale and context criteria, and overall character and design characteristics are
provided for land use categories that include a mix of uses and require further clarification.
FLOODPLAIN
Purpose and Definition: The Floodplain category illustrates areas designated by the August 1995 Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maps as being in the 100‐year floodplain. The “floodplain” is an
expanse of natural vegetation and wildlife, and should be preserved as natural open area. Within the floodplain
is “floodway” that must be kept free of encroachment in order that the 100‐year flood may be carried without
harmful increases in the height of flood waters. Although it is not to be encouraged, the portion of the floodplain
not in the floodway may be reclaimed for development under certain circumstances if in accordance with FEMA
regulations. The designated land use for areas of reclaimed floodplain is that of the immediately adjacent land
use category. This designation may also include environmentally sensitive areas, habitats, or wetlands that may
not be in FEMA identified floodplains.
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Purpose and Definition: The Corps of Engineers category includes all property adjacent to Grapevine Lake owned
by the federal government and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE). The primary purpose of this
property is to serve as a temporary storage reservoir for flood waters. Within the COE ownership (and, in some
instances, on adjacent private land), there is a regulatory flowage easement at an elevation of 572 feet above
sea level. Through lease agreements with the COE, property within the Corps of Engineers category may be
utilized as parks, recreation, and open space. Ancillary commercial and retail activities associated with these
uses are permitted, but no habitable structures may be developed within the flowage easement.
PUBLIC PARKS/OPEN SPACE
Purpose and Definition: Public Parks/Open Space are public areas designated for active and passive recreation,
such as parks and athletic complexes, and public open space for the preservation of the scenic vistas and natural
vegetation of the City. This Land Use Plan depicts only existing Public Parks/Open Space facilities. Potential Public
Parks/Open Space sites are illustrated in the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan.
PUBLIC / SEMI‐PUBLIC
Purpose and Definition: Public/Semi‐Public areas are suitable for a wide range of public, civic, and religious uses,
such as government offices and facilities, public and private schools, churches and related facilities (including
parsonage and parochial schools), cemeteries, and Public Parks/Open Space uses in conjunction with these
developments.
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LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Purpose: The purpose of the Low Density Residential land use category is to provide for and to protect low
intensity detached single‐family residential development that promotes the openness and rural character of
Southlake.
Definition (this definition was updated by passage of Ordinance No. 1186 on February 20, 2018): The Low
Density Residential category is for detached single‐family residential development at a net density of one or
fewer dwelling units per acre. Net density is the number of dwelling units per net acre, which excludes acreage
in all rights‐of‐way, easement, and lots designated for public or private streets. Other suitable activities are those
permitted in the Public Parks / Open Space and Public / Semi‐Public categories. The Low Density Residential
category encourages the openness and rural character of the City of Southlake.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Low Density Residential category are intended
only to be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Single‐family Residential 85% ±15%
Open space** 10% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
**Park dedication fees may be appropriate in lieu of open space. Small subdivisions (less than 4 lots)
may be designed without open space.
Scale and Context Criteria: Scale and context criteria describe intensity, location, and compatibility criteria for
the mix of land uses proposed.
Residential Uses:
Single family detached dwellings at a net density of one or fewer
dwelling units per acre.
Open Space:
Open spaces should be designed to add value to the development and
may include parks, playgrounds, greenbelts, ponds and lakes, gardens,
and conservation areas.
Provide natural walking paths along stream and creek corridors.
Preserve existing wooded areas and stream corridors when feasible.
Emphasize environmental elements as “features” rather than constraints.
Civic Uses:
Small scale government offices and facilities, schools, churches and related facilities.
Overall Character and Design: This land use category is primarily characterized by single family detached
dwellings with rural cross‐section roadways.
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Purpose: The purpose of the Medium Density Residential land use category is to promote a neighborhood setting
primarily comprised of single family detached houses.
Definition: The Medium Density Residential category is suitable for any single‐family detached residential
development. Other suitable activities are those permitted in the Public Parks/Open Space and Public/Semi‐
Public categories previously discussed.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Medium Density Residential category are
intended only to be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Single‐family Residential 85% +15%
Open space 10% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria:
Residential Uses:
Single family detached dwellings.
Open Space:
Open spaces should be designed to add value to the development and may include parks,
playgrounds, greenbelts, ponds and lakes, gardens, and conservation areas.
Provide natural walking paths along stream and creek corridors.
Preserve existing wooded areas and stream corridors when feasible.
Emphasize environmental elements as “features” rather than constraints.
Civic Uses:
Small scale government offices and facilities, schools, churches and related facilities.
Overall Character and Design Images:
Medium Density Residential Uses
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OFFICE COMMERCIAL
Purpose and Definition: The Office Commercial category is a commercial category designed and intended for
the exclusive use of office and limited office‐related activities. It is established for and will be allocated to those
districts best suited for supporting commercial activity of an office character. It has been established to
encourage and permit general professional and business offices of high quality and appearance, in attractive
landscaped surroundings with the types of uses and design exterior appearance so controlled as to be generally
compatible with existing and future adjacent and surrounding residential development. Properties with this
designation may serve as a transition between established residential neighborhoods, major roadways, and
retail development. Other suitable activities are those permitted in the Public Parks/Open Space and
Public/Semi‐Public categories previously discussed.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Office Commercial category are intended only
to be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Office 85% ±15%
Open space 10% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Examples:
Typical Office Commercial Uses
RETAIL COMMERCIAL
Purpose and Definition: The Retail Commercial category is a lower‐ to medium‐intensity commercial category
providing for neighborhood‐type retail shopping facilities and general commercial support activities. It is
intended to provide limited local retail and/or office uses which serve neighborhoods in close proximity. It is
intended that all uses in this category will be compatible with adjacent single family uses, thereby maintaining
the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods. This category is intended to encourage comprehensively
planned developments. In areas where the Retail Commercial designation is adjacent to residentially zoned
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properties or areas with a residential designation on the Land Use Plan, lower intensity activities such as office
or office‐related uses should be planned adjacent to the residential uses. Other suitable activities are those
permitted in the Public Parks/Open Space, Public/Semi‐Public, and Office Commercial categories previously
discussed.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Retail Commercial category are intended only
to be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 65% +35%
Office 20% ±20%
Open space 10% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
REGIONAL RETAIL
Purpose: To preserve and promote quality, high‐intensity retail centers along the S.H. 114 corridor that provide
convenient shopping for Southlake residents and to attract residents of neighboring communities.
Definition: The Regional Retail land use category is a higher‐intensity commercial category providing for regional
retail shopping facilities that generally draw customers from a very large market area (5 mile radius or greater).
Development within this land use may consist of a single large anchor store (> 100,000 sq. ft.) or have multiple
anchor tenants (department, supermarket, drug, home improvement, sporting, variety, or specialty) along with
pad sites developed on the fringe of the area. Other permitted secondary uses include fast food, restaurants,
banks and service stations; however, these uses must be integrated into the larger primary use. Regional Retail
designated areas should have direct access to State Highway 114. Also, development within the Regional Retail
land use category must adhere to specific design guidelines (see appendix).
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Regional Retail category are intended only to
be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 90% ±10%
Office 5% ±5%
Open space 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
MIXED USE
Purpose: To provide an option for large‐scale, master‐planned, mixed use developments that combine land uses
such as office facilities, shopping, dining, parks, and residential uses.
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Definition: The range of activities permitted, the diverse natural features, and the varying proximity to
thoroughfares of areas in the Mixed Use category necessitates comprehensively planned and coordinated
development. New development must be compatible with and not intrusive to existing development. Further,
special attention should be placed on the design and transition between different uses.
Typically, the Mixed Use designation is intended for medium‐ to higher‐intensity office buildings, hotels,
commercial activities, retail centers, and residential uses. Nuisance‐free, wholly enclosed light manufacturing
and assembly uses that have no outdoor storage are permitted if designed to be compatible with adjacent uses.
Other suitable activities are those permitted in the Public Parks/Open Space, Public/Semi‐Public, Low Density
Residential, Medium Density Residential, Retail Commercial, and Office Commercial categories previously
discussed.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Mixed Use category are intended only to be
guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 30% ±20%
Office 35% ±30%
Residential 15% ±15%
Open space 15% ±15%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria:
General:
Buildings and their pedestrian entrances are to be oriented towards internal streets.
Larger‐format retail uses (with footprints larger than 40,000 s.f.) shall be located adjacent to the
arterial or highway with pedestrian entrances from internal streets.
Retail and Office Uses:
Pedestrian‐oriented or automobile‐oriented.
Hotel Uses:
Hotel uses should be full‐service hotels at market‐driven locations, primarily in the S.H. 114 Corridor.
Full‐service, for the purposes of this plan, shall be hotels that include a table‐service restaurant
within or directly attached to the hotel. Other services or amenities typically included would be bell
service and room service, as well as available meeting space.
The desire is to approve hotels adequate to support market‐driven commerce in the City, paying
attention to the product mix such that the hospitality services in the area are complementary to one
another.
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Single‐family Residential Uses:
Residential uses are to be located between the proposed office or retail uses and existing residential
neighborhoods. These uses are intended to provide a lower intensity transition between existing
neighborhoods and commercial uses.
Residential uses should be well integrated with proposed open space and other civic uses to create
a sense of place.
They should also be integrated with proposed commercial uses in a manner that provides internal
automobile and pedestrian access to convenience commercial uses.
Single‐family residential uses are recommended to be to the density and scale that is appropriate
based on the context and character of the proposed overall development.
Open Space:
Consider environmental elements as “features,” rather than constraints.
Emphasis shall be placed on preservation of existing wooded areas and stream corridors.
Avoid channeling or piping of streams.
Streams or creeks should become a focal point rather than the rear of the development.
Provide natural walking paths along stream and creek corridors.
Well designed and integrated open spaces are critical to the creation of successful mixed‐use
neighborhoods.
Open spaces should be designed to add value to proposed development and not as an “after‐
thought”. To that end, open spaces should maximize frontage along residential and office uses.
Open spaces shall occupy a prominent place in the development of a neighborhood and form the
center pieces of a community.
Open spaces are intended to be the “front‐yards” and invite passive recreational activities. Open
spaces may be in the form of pocket parks, children’s play areas, squares, linear greens, and
conservation areas.
Use the topography as an advantage, do not flatten the site.
Preserve views.
Civic Uses:
Civic uses such as day‐cares, post office, police substation, local government offices, churches, etc.
are encouraged. Ideally, civic uses should be located centrally in the development and provide
convenient access to all other uses and activities in the development.
Civic uses are to be designed to the scale and context of the neighborhood. Uses are encouraged to
be appropriately scaled to the proposed development and generally limited to a maximum of 10,000
square feet of built area.
Overall Character and Design:
Buildings are to be designed to be pedestrian friendly.
Buildings shall have shallow setbacks and sidewalks that are a minimum of 10’.
Buildings are to be oriented towards other buildings (across the street) or towards open spaces.
Minimize the impact of surface parking.
Mix up land uses to maximize shared parking.
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Street Design Standards:
Internal streets to be designed to accommodate both automobiles and pedestrians.
Streets to be designed with curb and gutter.
Interconnected street network.
Regular blocks and streets.
Block widths between 400’ and 600’.
Design speed <25 mph.
Representative Images:
Residential Uses Neighborhood Scale Retail
Integrated Open Space
Natural Open Space Professional Office Use Civic Use
TOWN CENTER
Purpose: The purpose of the Town Center land use district is to
encourage the creation of a pedestrian‐oriented, mixed‐use urban
environment that serves as Southlake’s downtown and center of
community life.
Definition: The Town Center land use designation is intended to
enhance and promote the development of the community’s
downtown. The goal is to create an attractive, pedestrian‐oriented
environment that becomes the center of community life in
Southlake. It may include compatibly designed retail, office,
cultural, civic, recreational, hotel and residential uses. All uses shall
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be developed with a great attention to design detail and will be integrated into one cohesive district or into
distinct sub‐districts, each with its own unique characteristics. A mix of different uses is encouraged to create a
vibrant, lively, and unique environment.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Town Center category are intended only to
be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 35% ±25%
Office 25% ±10%
Residential 15% ±15%
Open space 15% +10%
Civic use 10% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria:
Retail Uses:
Pedestrian‐oriented retail and service uses.
Office Uses:
Pedestrian‐oriented office uses.
Residential Uses:
Residential uses are to be located between the proposed office or retail uses and existing residential
neighborhoods. These uses are intended to provide a lower intensity transition between existing
neighborhoods and commercial uses.
Residential uses should be well integrated with proposed open space and other civic uses to create
a sense of place.
They should also be integrated with proposed commercial uses in a manner that provides internal
automobile and pedestrian access to convenience commercial uses.
Residential uses are recommended to be to the density and scale that is appropriate based on the
context and character of the proposed overall development.
Open Space:
Consider environmental elements as “features,” rather than constraints.
Emphasis shall be placed on preservation of existing wooded areas and stream corridors.
Avoid channeling or piping of streams.
Streams or creeks should become a focal point rather than the rear of the development.
Provide natural walking paths along stream and creek corridors.
Well designed and integrated open spaces are critical to the creation of successful mixed‐use
neighborhoods.
Open spaces should be designed to add value to proposed development and not as an “after‐
thought”. To that end, open spaces should maximize frontage along residential and office uses.
Open spaces shall occupy a prominent place in the development of a neighborhood and form the
center pieces of a community.
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Open spaces are intended to be the “front‐yards” and invite passive recreational activities. Open
spaces may be in the form of pocket parks, children’s play areas, squares, linear greens, and
conservation areas.
Use the topography as an advantage, do not flatten the site.
Preserve views.
Located to add value, to create a sense of place, and to invite passive recreational activities.
Public squares, plazas, and parks integrated with the surrounding development.
Civic Uses:
Government offices and facilities, schools, churches and related facilities.
Overall Character and Design Images:
Retail Uses Integrated Open Space
Representative Mixed Uses
INDUSTRIAL
Purpose and Definition: Industrial and business service development that is relatively free of unwanted side
effects, such as unsightliness, noise, odor, glare, vibrations, etc., is permitted in the Industrial category. If
meeting the qualification of relatively free of unwanted side effects, suitable types of development in the
Industrial category can be characterized by the manufacturing, processing, packaging, assembly, storage,
warehousing and/or distribution of products. Ancillary commercial and retail activities associated with these
uses are permitted. Public Parks / Open Space and Public / Semi‐Public activities as described above may be
permitted if surrounding industrial uses do not pose hazards and are sufficiently buffered.
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OPTIONAL LAND USE CATEGORIES AND DEFINITIONS
The optional land use categories provide alternative tools to encourage
creativity and flexibility in development while preserving Southlake’s
unique character. These alternative land use categories may be used by
developers in lieu of the underlying land use category in cases where
master planned developments are proposed.
RURAL CONSERVATION (RC)
Purpose: The Rural Conservation (RC) land use designation is intended
to protect and preserve a portion of Southlake’s natural environment
and rural character and to provide flexibility in design to promote
environmentally sensitive and efficient residential development.
Definition: The Rural Conservation land use designation allows for rural
conservation subdivision development.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Rural Conservation category are intended
only to be guidelines, and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Residential 60% ±10%
Open space 35% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria:
Preserve unique or sensitive natural resources such as floodplains, wetlands, streams, steep slopes,
woodlands, wildlife habitat, and agricultural/ranching areas.
Cluster houses and structures in less environmentally sensitive areas which will reduce the amount of
infrastructure, including paved surfaces and utility easements necessary for development.
Reduce erosion and sedimentation by minimizing land disturbance and removal of vegetation for
development.
Encourage interaction in the community by clustering houses and orienting them closer to the street,
providing public gathering places and encouraging the use of parks and community facilities as focal
points in the neighborhood.
Conserve scenic views and reduce perceived density by maximizing the number of houses with direct
access to and views of open space.
Preserve the character of rural cross‐section roadways.
Perimeter fences should be designed to characterize the open and rural feel along roadways.
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Overall Character and Design Images:
Natural Open Space Rural Roadway
Discouraged Encouraged
EMPLOYMENT CENTER (EC)
The purpose of the Employment Center (EC) land use designation is to provide for a comprehensive set of design
standards and guidelines for the development of the City’s premier corridor – the S.H. 114 Corridor. (See the
appendix for specific form standards.) The EC land use category is intended for a continuum of development
from the highest intensity mixed use development immediately adjacent to the highway to the lowest intensity
residential uses adjacent to existing neighborhoods. The EC land use category shall be applied to contiguous
properties that are a minimum of 75 acres. To address this desired intensity gradient of development, the EC
land use category is further defined into three (3) sub‐categories – EC‐1, EC‐2, and EC‐Residential (EC‐R)
categories.
EMPLOYMENT CENTER 1 (EC‐1)
Purpose and Definition: The EC‐1 category is intended for the highest intensity of commercial and employment
uses immediately adjacent to S.H. 114. This land use category should be applied to properties that have
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significant frontage along the highway, have limited development constraints, and are largely undeveloped or
underdeveloped. For optimal development opportunities, properties in the EC‐1 land use category should have
a minimum contiguous frontage of 1,200 feet. The EC‐1 land use category shall be a maximum of 700 feet in
depth (as measured from the R‐O‐W of S.H. 114). The EC‐1 land use category has to be applied in conjunction
with the EC‐2 and EC‐R land use categories to provide for compatible transitions to adjoining neighborhoods. As
a percentage of the entire EC land use category applied, the EC‐1 land use category shall not exceed twenty‐five
percent (25%) of any EC district.
Land Use Mix*: The following percentages for land use mix in the EC‐1 land use category are intended only to
be guidelines and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific and EC context conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 15% ±5%
Office 40% ±10%
Service Uses 15% ±5%
Single‐Family Residential 15% ±5%
Open Space (plazas & squares) 10% +5%
Civic 5% +5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria: (see the appendix for specific form standards)
4 – 6 story buildings.
Buildings and their pedestrian entrances are to be oriented towards internal streets.
Building footprints shall be between 40,000 and 80,000 square feet.
Larger‐format retail uses (with footprints larger than 40,000 s.f.) shall be located adjacent to the arterial
or highway with pedestrian entrances from internal streets.
Overall Character and Design:
Buildings are to be designed to be pedestrian friendly.
Buildings shall have shallow setbacks and sidewalks that are a minimum of 10’.
Buildings are to be oriented towards other buildings (across the street) or towards open spaces.
Parking to be limited to:
o On‐street parking.
o Surface parking to the rear of buildings.
Parking garages are encouraged over surface parking lots.
Street Design Standards:
Internal streets to be design to accommodate both automobiles and pedestrians.
Streets to be designed with curb and gutter.
Interconnected street network.
Regular blocks and streets.
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Block widths between 400’ and 600’.
Design speed <25 mph.
Character Images:
Representative Office Uses
EMPLOYMENT CENTER 2 (EC‐2)
Purpose and Definition: The Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) is intended for a medium intensity mix of uses that
transition from EC‐1 or S.H. 114 to EC‐R or lower intensity residential neighborhoods. This land use category
would be applied to properties that may have significant frontage along the highway, have limited development
constraints, and are largely undeveloped or underdeveloped.
Land Use Mix*: The following percentages for land use mix in the EC‐2 land use category are intended only to
be guidelines and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific and EC context conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 10% ±5%
Office 30% ±10%
Service Uses 10% ±5%
Single‐Family Residential 30% ±10%
Open Space (plazas & squares) 15% +5%
Civic 5% +5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
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Scale and Context Criteria: (see the appendix for specific form standards)
2 – 4 story buildings.
Building oriented towards internal streets with a shallow setback (8’ – 12’).
Smaller building footprints (<4,000 s.f. each).
Small scale retail uses shall be located at key intersections.
Overall Character and Design:
Buildings shall be designed to be pedestrian friendly.
Buildings shall have stoops or shallow entrance courtyards.
Sidewalks shall be 6’ – 8’ with a linear planting strip for street trees.
Buildings are to be oriented towards other buildings (across the street) or towards open spaces.
Parking to be limited to:
o On‐street parking.
o Parking garages and/or surface parking accessed through rear alleys.
Street Design Standards:
Internal streets to be design to accommodate both automobiles and pedestrians.
Streets to be designed with curb and gutter.
Interconnected street network.
Curvilinear and/or regular street network.
Block widths between 500’ and 700’.
Design speed <25 mph.
Character Images:
Representative Residential Uses
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Representative Office Uses
EMPLOYMENT CENTER RESIDENTIAL (EC‐R)
Purpose and Definition: The Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) designation is intended for low‐intensity,
predominantly residential neighborhoods. This land use category should be applied to properties that have
significant development constraints such as wetlands, creeks, floodplains, water bodies, steep grades, and
woodlands and are largely undeveloped or underdeveloped. This category is intended for properties adjacent
to existing neighborhoods, open space, or as buffers from environmentally sensitive areas. Very limited non‐
residential uses (office, retail, and civic) may be permitted at key street intersections and shall be designed to
an appropriate neighborhood scale.
Land Use Mix*: The following percentages for land use mix in the EC‐R land use category are intended only to
be guidelines and greater flexibility may be appropriate under site specific and EC context conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Retail 5% ‐5%
Office 5% ‐5%
Service Uses 5% ±5%
Single‐Family Residential 60% +5%
Open Space (plazas & squares) 20% +5%
Civic 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
Scale and Context Criteria: (see the appendix for specific form standards)
1 – 2 story buildings.
Building oriented or angled towards internal streets with deeper setbacks (15’ – 25’).
Non‐residential uses limited to civic uses.
Residential clustering may be used to protect sensitive environmental resources.
Overall Character and Design:
Buildings may have a continuous common yard along the front or a porch and fence.
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Sidewalks may be in the form of trails or pedestrian paths that meander through the neighborhood.
Parking to be limited to:
o On‐street parking.
o Parking garages that are located behind the main house on the lot.
Landscaping can be more natural with the street landscaping complementing the front‐yard
landscaping.
Street Design Standards:
Internal curvilinear street network.
“Eyebrows” (i.e., cul‐de‐sacs that only have half a bulb) are recommended over traditional cul‐de‐sacs.
Block widths range between 700 feet and 1,000 feet.
Streets can be of rural cross‐sections with no curbs and swales for storm water drainage.
Design speeds of about 25 mph.
Character Images:
Residential Uses Integrated with Open Space and Natural Features
Open Space Representative Residential Uses
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TARGET INDUSTRY OVERLAYS
The following Optional Land Use Categories, or
Overlays, were developed using the Southlake
2035 Plan Vision, Goals and Objectives as a
guide, as well as the recommendations of the
Economic Development Master Plan, which was
the first Southlake 2035 element to be adopted.
Using market studies commissioned by City
Council, the Economic Development Master
Plan assessed the areas in which the Southlake
marketplace is oversaturated, such as retail,
and recommends a focus on target growth
industries to build and sustain both the daytime
and resident population of Southlake.
The target industries, which include corporate offices, information technology, biotechnology, high‐value
services firms, research and development, restaurants and restaurant clusters, and medical, health and wellness,
have been developed as Land Use overlay recommendations for the 114 Corridor. While existing land use
designations were largely retained, three new overlay districts were created and applied based on the
recommendations of the Southlake 2035 Economic Development Master Plan.
The Optional Land Use Categories are intended to be used as a tool to convey the City’s most desirous
development pattern along the SH 114 Corridor and is intended only to serve as a guide if the property owner
chooses to develop in this manner consistent with the optional land use category.
CORPORATE OFFICE OVERLAY
The Corporate Office Cluster consists of three typologies of office development, Campus Office: Multi‐Tenant
Office and High Rise Office. These definitions are not regulatory and are intended only to be guidelines. Greater
flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Purpose and Definition: The Corporate Office Overlay is an overlay category designed and intended for the use
of high‐quality, medium to large‐scale office buildings or campuses and their ancillary uses and structures. This
district is inherently suited for the development of office developments 50,000 square feet or larger for the use
of corporate or regional headquarters, professional services firms, financial firms, information technology and
media companies, biomedical companies, and other users which drive demand for medium to large‐scale office
buildings or campuses. Ideally, such developments will be located in areas adjacent to and contiguous with
existing users of the same type and scale to create a critical mass of daytime population within the city. These
uses will be well‐connected to the existing highway and arterial street network, with the buildings themselves
typically presenting one or more significant façades along the 114 Corridor.
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CAMPUS OFFICE OVERLAY
The Campus Office overlay category is a commercial overlay category designed and intended for the use of high‐
quality, medium to large‐scale office buildings or campuses and their ancillary uses and structures. This district
is inherently suited for the development of built‐to‐suit office developments 100,000 square feet or larger for
the use of corporate or regional headquarters, professional services firms, financial firms, information
technology and media companies, biomedical companies, and other users which drive demand for medium to
large‐scale office buildings or campuses.
Generally characterized by 2‐4 story buildings that have a floor‐to‐area ratio (FAR) under 1, with highly
integrated green space as a key feature of the design, parking structures or underground parking dispersed
and/or separated from the main building, horizontally‐integrated floor plans, more subdued low‐impact building
design, and the presence of multiple buildings or building wings if accomplished in an environmentally sensitive
manner. Amenities such as walking trails, open space, plazas, water features, special roadway and sidewalk
treatments, and unique landscaping should be incorporated into the development.
In most cases campus office type development is envisioned to occur near or adjacent to established
neighborhoods. While it is understood that developments of this scale and size will change the development
characteristics in the area, special attention must be paid to designing the development in a manner that
addresses neighborhood adjacency concerns. This may be accomplished by preserving natural buffers or
establishing new buffers, installing low‐level lighting, locating buildings and parking structures in a manner which
will create the least impact, including locating parking structures underground, and designing traffic circulation
to disperse traffic or focus it on higher‐capacity roads which create the least impact on residential properties.
CAMPUS OFFICE BUILDINGS
MULTI‐TENANT OFFICE OVERLAY
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The Multi‐Tenant Office category is a commercial overlay category designed and intended for the use of high‐
quality, medium to large‐scale office buildings of 2‐4 stories that may be build‐to‐suit or speculative (“spec”)
built. These office developments are envisioned to be 50,000 square feet or larger in either a standalone or
office park configuration, and are for the use of corporate offices, professional services firms, financial firms,
information technology and media companies, biomedical companies, research and development, medical
office, and other users which drive demand for medium to large‐scale office buildings. These buildings are less
prominent than high‐rise office with floor layouts that are designed for maximum user flexibility.
MULTI‐TENANT BUILDINGS
HIGH‐RISE OFFICE OVERLAY
Generally characterized by 5+ story buildings having a FAR of 1‐5, smaller floor plates, below‐ground or
concentrated parking areas or structures integrated with the building, highly visible or iconic building design
features, and more concentrated or delineated open spaces. Greater building heights may be considered if open
space and tree preservation are increased on the site and signature design features or amenities are provided.
Some ancillary retail may be allowed in this district if it is intended to support or be supported by the primary
office users.
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HIGH RISE BUILDINGS
The table below provides a general land use mix for all three types of overlays but recognizes flexibility must
be considered.
Corporate Office Overlay ‐ 1) Campus Office; 2) Multi‐Tenant Office; and 3) High Rise
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Office (including parking) 75% ±25%
Supporting Retail 5% +5%
Open Space 20% ±20%
Total 100%
MEDICAL AND WELLNESS DISTRICT OVERLAY
The Medical Cluster category is an overlay category designed and intended for the concentration of local to
regional healthcare and related facilities, including Medical/Wellness, specialty surgical centers, pediatric care,
geriatric care of an outpatient nature, research and development facilities including those operated in
partnership with a hospital, university, or other similar institutions, and health, beauty and wellness clinics and
facilities. Retail and office should be strictly limited to uses which support the primary medical facilities. By its
nature, the Medical Cluster is intended to foster collaboration and multiplication of benefits by locating medical
services and disciplines in close proximity to each other, thereby benefitting both the institutions and the
patients they serve. The Medical Cluster is envisioned to provide the greatest benefits when used in close
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proximity to existing medical facilities such as those clustered around the 114 Corridor between N. Carroll
Avenue and N. White Chapel Avenue.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Medical, Health and Wellness 75% ±25%
Supporting Office 5% ±5%
Supporting Retail 5% ±5%
Open Space (plazas & squares) 15% ±15%
Total 100%
RESTAURANT AND SPECIALTY RETAIL OVERLAY
The Restaurant and Specialty Retail Overlay is a commercial overlay category designed and intended for the
concentration of unique dining and specialty retail options not otherwise found in Southlake’s established retail
and restaurant centers. The purpose of this category is to foster the development of a dynamic, destination
restaurant district. This district should feature mostly independent, unique or local restaurants offering diverse
and healthy cuisine in a sit‐down format, which may also include aspects of culinary tourism or educational
components up to and including schools offering training in culinary arts. The overlay may provide for incubation
of new businesses and concepts which might otherwise struggle to operate in more traditional retail commercial
spaces. Physical aspects of this district may include proximity to Community Services uses, proximity to niche
retail, frontage onto shared space for dining or gathering rather than streets, and shared parking.
In areas of the district which are located east of N. Carroll Ave., up to 50% of the land area may be suitable for
retail operations that are boutique or specialized in character. Boutique or unique hotels designed to be
integrated into the environment, health and medical services and support office may also be appropriate.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Restaurant/Dining 50% ±25%
Specialty Retail 25% ±25%
Open Space or shared use areas 15% ±15%
Civic 10% ±10%
Total ◊ 100%
◊ Boutique or unique hotels, health and medical services and support office may
also be appropriate uses.
MIXED MEDICAL AND WELLNESS AND OFFICE DISTRICT OVERLAY
The overlay category is designed to allow a mixture of medical/wellness and office uses.
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Ordinance No._____, .1269, Adopted __________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN]
SUMMARY OF LAND USE PLAN CHANGES AND
SITE‐SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS
The 2023 update of the Southlake 2035 Consolidated Future Land Use Plan is an update toreplaces the Southlake
2030 2035 Consolidated Future Land Use Plan. Through the corridor and sector planning process, a total of 5
underlying____six 6) land use map changes and 5 optional land use map changes were recommended and all of
these recommendations were implemented in the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan. In addition, several site‐
specific recommendations were added or revised. A summary of changes are provided in the following sections.
LAND USE DESIGNATION CHANGES
The following map highlights the areas with a recommended underlying land use designation change.
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Ordinance No._____, .1269, Adopted __________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN]
N – LU2
Changed from Medium Density
Residential to Office Commercial
114 – LU1 and LU1a
Expanded boundary of LU1 and
added recommendations for LU1a
114 - LU10
Added site specific
recommendation
FM - LU3
Changed from Medium
Density Residential to
Mixed Use
FM - LU4
Changed from
Public/Semi-Public to
Mixed Use
FM - LU11
Expanded boundary
and changed from
Medium Density
Residential to Office
SE – LU3
Added site specific
recommendation
114 – LU11
Added site specific
recommendation
Deletions:
Removed FM – LU2
and SE – LU1
FM – LU12
Changed from Low
Density Residential to
Office Commercial;
added site specific
recommendation
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Ordinance No._____, .1269, Adopted __________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN]
The following map highlights the areas with a recommended optional land use designation change.
114 – LU2
Changed from Mixed
Medical and Office
Overlay to Multi-
Tenant Office Overlay
114 – LU2
Removed Restaurant
and Specialty Retail
Overlay
114 – LU6
Changed from Mixed
Medical and Office
Overlay to Campus
Office Overlay
114 – LU7
Added Mixed Medical
and Office Overlay
114 – LU11
Added Restaurant and
Specialty Retail Overlay
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 35 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] SUMMARY OF LAND USE PLAN CHANGES BY CORRIDOR/SECTOR S.H. 114 Corridor
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 36 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU1 Fidelis and Shivers tracts Land Use designation is Mixed Use. Zoning is S‐P‐2 with O‐1, O‐2, HC, C‐1, C‐2, C‐3, and B‐1CS uses; TZD; C‐2; AG; and S‐P‐1 with 0‐1 uses. uses on Fidelis tract and Land is currently vacant and numerous attempts at site plan approval have been unsuccessful Eastern portion of the property lies adjacent to established single‐family residential neighborhoods Planned extension of Kirkwood Boulevard runs through these tracts Traffic access onto White Chapel should be limited LU#1 – Geographical Area Below Retain the existing underlying Mixed Use land use designation and apply the Campus Office Overlay district. Expand the plan area to include the properties at the northwest corner of S.H. 114 and North White Chapel Blvd. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Provide a corner enhancement feature at SH 114 and W. Dove Rd in conjunction with development on the west half of the Fidelis tract. Development of the Shivers property should be integrated with the Carillon commercial to the east. Undeveloped properties should be developed in a cohesive manner with consideration for connectivity, design, and architectural style. For areas immediately along and east of the planned Kirkwood Blvd. extension, low‐impact development such as residential with a similar design and pattern to the existing neighborhoods across White Chapel may be considered as a transition to the neighboring single‐family residential properties. Also a low‐scale or garden office component may be considered if development is planned in a comprehensive manner which maximizes tree preservation. Multi‐story, class “A” office development is encouraged. Buffer any residential uses from non‐residential uses on this property. Traffic signals at major street intersections should be anticipated and addressed with development. As development is proposed, traffic impacts on Dove RdSt. and White Chapel Blvd. (including the traffic circleroundabout) should be assessed. Development should be sensitive to the existing tree cover and attempts should be made during the planning process to maximize tree cover along with natural features and topography. Any development should be walkable and pedestrian‐ friendly. Family history of Shivers tract should be preserved or recognized possibly through use of open space. As development occurs drive access to Kirkwood Blvd. should be encouraged with limited drive access onto White Chapel Blvd.Encourage cross‐connectivity and access onto the S.H. 114 frontage road. Assess completion of Kirkwood Blvd. to its full width with development of adjacent properties. Property development along North White Chapel Blvd. should align driveways and intersections with anticipated or existing median breaks. LU1a Explore opportunities for regional detention. Consider this property for residential development or open space. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map and add the Campus Office Overlay district with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map on page 10.*to include the properties at the northwest corner of S.H. 114 and North White Chapel Blvd. in the boundary of LU1. Also indicate the boundary of LU1a on the map. *This reference was changed for the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan to page 10 for consistency with this document. This and the following references to page 10 in the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan (Land Use) recommendations table would be pages 28 and 29 in the SH 114 Corridor Plan. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.3, 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 37 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU2 Carillon Land Use designation is Mixed Use Zoning is ECZ Undeveloped commercial areas along S.H. 114 frontage or near hard corner of S.H. 114 and N. White Chapel Blvd. Current Carillon Master Plan contains a high concentration of retail and a recommendation for a performingance arts facility which the City has determined is economically unfeasible to build and operate. LU #2 – Geographical Area Below Retain the existing underlying Mixed Use designation and add the Restaurant and Retail Specialty Overlay to on the west portion of the site. and Change the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay on the to southeastern portion of the site to Multi‐Tenant Office Overlay to encourage multi‐story, multi‐tenant office uses. Remove the Restaurant and Specialty Overlay from the residential portion of the sitearea. In the non‐residential portion of Carillon immediately east of White Chapel between S.H. 114 and KirkwoodRestaurant and Retail Specialty Overlay area, develop a unique “customer experience” and “sense of place” that is pedestrian rather than automobile focused. Desired uses are a chef‐driven restaurant cluster, incubator, and possibly a culinary school component, along with specialty retail and health and wellness uses consistent with target industries as identified in the Economic Development Master Plan. Boutique or unique hotels, health and medical services and support office may also be appropriate uses if properly integrated into the environment. Design process for the non‐residential portion of Carillon should focus on preserving natural tree stands and utilizing existing trees to create inviting open spaces. Restaurant cluster is envisioned with common use outdoor eating and gathering space utilizing natural and manmade features. In all overlays, a central park or greenspace may include public facilities not already discussed which offer a variety of cultural experiences. Site is suitable for future community facilities such as a library and/or performingance arts center. Vehicular and pedestrian access to these facilities should be well‐integrated with surrounding uses. As development is proposed, traffic impacts on White Chapel Blvd. north of S.H. 114 should be assessed and the widening of White Chapel Blvd. to four (4) lanes between Kirkwood and S.H. 114 should occur when warranted. Provide a combination of structured and surface parking. Surface parking should be dispersed into lots of minimal size which are adequately screened from adjacent rights of way and residential areas. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to change the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay on the southeastern portion of the site to Multi‐Tenant Office Overlay. Remove the Restaurant and Specialty Overlay from the residential portion of the site, to add the Restaurant and Retail Specialty Overlay to the west portion of the site and the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay to southeastern portion of the area with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 38 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU3 Three (3)3 acres property north of Countryside Bible Church and Chapel Crossing along S.H. 114. City‐owned property This property is part of a larger area of nearly contiguous tree coverage along S.H. 114 between Kirkwood Blvd. and White Chapel Blvd. LU #3 – Geographical Area Below Encourage preservation of trees along S.H. 114 frontage to preserve continual tree ‐line along both sides of the corridor and provide a “city in a forest” aesthetic on the western side of the Ccity. Maintain this land as passive, permanent open space and encourage development of adjacent properties in such a manner that a contiguous natural tree line is maintained between S.H. 114 and developed sites when practical. Tier 1 – Add a note toRetain note on the Consolidated Land Use Plan that this property will be maintained as passive, permanent open space. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.1, 1.8, 1.9, 7.5, 7.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 39 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU4 SE corner of S.H. 114 and N. White Chapel Blvd. Land Use designation is Mixed Use Zoning is S‐P‐2 LU #4 Geographical Area Retain the existing underlying Mixed Use designation and add the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay to southeastern portion of the area. Medical, health and wellness uses encouraged in accordance with Economic Development Master Plan recommendations. Multi‐story Corporate or office uses with signature corner feature, parking structure, and below grade parking are encouraged. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to include Mixed Medical and Office Overlay with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 40 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU5 Hospital Site Includes approximately 30.7‐ acre hospital property, of which half is developed as either buildings or parking. Additional approximately 6.6 acres at NE corner of N. White Chapel and E. Highland zoned for low density single‐family residential. Land Use designation is Mixed Use and a small portion of Flood Plain Zoning is S‐P‐2 and SF‐1A LU #5 Geographical Area Retain the existing underlying Mixed Use designation and add Medical and Wellness and Office Overlays. The future development of the site should occur in a manner consistent with the initial hospital development. Vehicular and pedestrian connectivity to the existing hospital and surrounding properties is encouraged. Parking structures and below‐ grade parking are encouraged. Office development should be appropriately scaled, with higher intensity adjacent to S.H. 114 and lower intensity closer to residential properties. Future development near Highland St. and White Chapel Blvd.Boulevard should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Acceptable types of development may also include garden office for properties adjacent to White Chapel Boulevard and Highland Street. Development should be sensitive to the existing tree cover and attempts should be made during the planning process to maximize tree cover along with natural features and topography. Any development should be walkable and pedestrian friendly. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to include Medical and Wellness Overlay with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 41 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU6 124‐ acre Milner property Land Use designation is Mixed Use, Flood plain, and Medium Density Residential Zoning is AG and SF1A Surrounded by areas of Low‐Density Residential and Medium‐Density Residential LU #6 Geographical Area Retain the existing Medium ‐Density Residential and Mixed Use designations. Change and add the Mixed Medical andMedical and Office Overlay to on the north portion of the site corresponding to the underlying Mixed Use designation to Campus Office Overlay. Office development should be limited to building size and scale which is compatible with adjacent single‐family residential and preserves the maximum amount of green space on the site. Buffer should be established between existing and future residential uses and planned office uses. Any commercial component should be developed holistically with neighboring commercial properties to the east, including the considerations of shared parking and the alignment of access drives along S.H. 114 to improve parking and access to the existing commercial site at the corner of 114 and Carroll. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related it relates to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Culinary or Specialty Retail may be appropriate on the eastern side of the property provided it is designed in a manner that is respectful to existing site features and the adjacent residential neighborhood. Development of the Medium Density Residential portion of the property should evaluate connectivity to Lakewood Acres to allow this neighborhood direct access to the S.H. 114 frontage road. Any development should be walkable and pedestrian friendly. Embrace and leverage topography and natural features to create a signature development on this site. Avoid mass grading of site or alteration of existing stream. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to include Mixed Medical and Office Overlay with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map on page 101___. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2.1, 4.1, 7.5 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 42 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU7 Gateway Church in NR‐PUD #5 and S‐P‐1 (480‐714) and Chesapeake property Land Use designation is Mixed Use and Public/Semi‐Public Zoning is NR‐PUD, S‐P‐1, and AG Contains Gateway Church campus and multiple undeveloped parcels Gateway Church has in the last several years sold portions of its land Existing wetlands on Chesapeake site. Drains water from Town Square to the 100‐ year flood plain east of N. Kimball Ave. LU #7 Geographical Area Retain existing Mixed Use and Public/Semi‐Public Land Use designations and add Multi‐Tenant Office Overlay on the undeveloped portion along S.H. 114 as indicated on the Overlay Map page 28. Add the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay to the northeastern portion of the site. Office development should consist of moderately‐scaled buildings with a high degree of design quality with amenities at major corners and features such as structured or underground parking. Buildings should lessen in height closer to Kirkwood Blvd. corridor. Office development near Highland St. should be limited to building size and scale which is compatible with adjacent single‐family residential and preserves the maximum amount of green space on the site. Buffer should be established between existing and future residential uses and any planned office uses. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Area is also appropriate for medical development consistent with overlay description, and educational facilities as recommended in the Economic Development Master Plan. Future development on the Chesapeake site should incorporate existing wetlands and creek. Evaluate the water intake from Town Square and reduce impact on downstream flood plain. Any development should be walkable and pedestrian friendly and should explore opportunities to interconnect adjacent properties particularly to the north through a trail system. Development is encouraged in a manner that views existing ponds as amenities. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to include the Multi‐Tenant Office consistent with the locations indicated on the optional Land Use Overlay Map page 10.add the Mixed Medical and Office Overlay to the northeastern portion of the site. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.4, 1.8, 2.1, 7.4 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 43 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU8 Cherry Ln Land Use designation is Office Commercial and Mixed Use. Zoning is O‐1, C‐2, C‐3, S‐P‐1, MF‐1, SF‐1A Contains a variety of uses and development intensities close to the 114 corridor, including garden office, duplex, retail, and an animal clinic. 65 LDN airport overlay. LU #8 Geographical Area Retain underlying Mixed Use and Office Commercial Future Land Use designations and add the Medical and Wellness Overlay along S.H. 114 as indicated on the Overlay Map page 28. Encourage the Medical and Wellness uses as described in the Overlay along S.H. 114. However, Culinary or Specialty Retail may be considered along S.H. 114 if traffic impacts can be addressed. Redevelopment of residential properties to the north as garden office may be considered if development is proposed in a comprehensive manner with emphasis on connectivity to adjacent commercial properties. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to add Medical and Wellness Overlay as indicated on the Overlay Map on page 10. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 44 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU9 Commercial areas near Shady Lane Land Use designation is Retail Commercial and Office CommercialMixed Use Zoning is C‐3 and S‐P‐1 Between 114 frontage and existing low‐density neighborhood LU #9 Geographical Area Add Retain the Mixed Use land use designation, the Medical and Wellness Overlay, to all areas west of Shady Lane and Restaurant and Specialty Retail Overlay. to the area at the northeast corner of Kimball and SH 114. Amend Future Land Use Map and change the land use designation from Office Commercial and Retail Commercial land use categories to the Mixed Use Land Use Category. Medical uses should consist of lower intensity destination uses such as health and wellness designed around specific user. Retail establishments consistent with target industries identified in the Economic Development Master Plan may be considered if potential traffic impacts are adequately addressed. Cross access between properties should be provided. Natural tree buffers should be preserved along residential boundaries. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to add Medical and Wellness Overlay and the Restaurant and Retail Specialty Overlay as indicated on the Overlay on page 10. Tier 1 ‐ Amend Future Land Use Map (underlying) and change the land use designation from Office Commercial and Retail Commercial land use categories to the Mixed Use Land Use Category. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 45 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU10 Properties at the northwest corner of N. White Chapel Blvd. and E. Highland Zoning is AG Land use is Medium Density Residential Retain the existing underlying Medium Density Residential land use designation. Appropriately scaled low intensity office uses may be considered for this site. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. Quality Development 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS The following recommendations (LU 10 ‐14) address the creation of the overlay land use recommendations and the general geographic location of the land uses. LU10 The north side of 114 corridor between W. Kirkwood Blvd. and N. White Chapel Blvd. is a growing area for potential office/corporate campus type development Create an overlay or optional Future Land Use to allow for the development of large‐scale office developments on the north side of 114. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting and views. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map in to add the Campus Office Overlay as indicated on the Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1, C4 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 46 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. LU11 The area containing Children’s Medical Center, Methodist Southlake Hospital, and Harborchase has the potential to aid in attracting health care uses and facilities to Southlake Create an overlay or optional Future Land Use to foster development of health services facilities in the area along S.H. 114 between N. White Chapel and N. Carroll while also allowing market flexibility for these sites to develop as offices. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to add the Medical and Wellness or Mixed Medical Wellness and Office Overlays as indicated on the Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1 1.8, 6.4, PDS LU12 The city desires a variety of office typologies, scale and bulk along the 114 corridor, with future development consisting primarily of a mixture of campus and multi‐story offices. New office development should conform to areas and formats addressed in overlay districts. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to add the Mixed Medical Wellness and Office, Multi‐Tenant Office or High‐Rise Office Overlay as indicated on the Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1 1.5, 1.8 PDS LU13 Based on the findings of the MXD Retail Saturation study, Southlake is over‐retailed and future retail should be highly targeted and specialized. New retail is encouraged to be limited to areas identified in the 114 Corridor Overlay districts and consistent with the recommendations of the Economic Development Master Plan. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to add the Restaurant and Retail Specialty Overlay as indicated on the Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1 1.8, 2.1, 6.2, 6.4 PDS LU14 The existing newly created optional land use categories serve as a guide for development if a property owner or developer wishes to pursue this option. The existing underlying land use categories remain as in the current Land Use Plan except for LU area #9. All existing underlying land use categories remain in place except as recommended in LU9 (Mixed Use Category added). Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to reflect the Overlay Map on page 10. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1 1.5, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 47 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU11 Gateway Plaza Zoning is SP2 Eastern gateway into the city Add the Restaurant and Specialty Retail Overlay. Any redevelopment of these properties requires special consideration as they are the eastern gateway into the city. Evaluate redevelopment to include entertainment uses, a restaurant cluster, and open space amenities for people of all ages. Any redevelopment is encouraged to incorporate the creek as an amenity. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map Quality Development 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS The following recommendations (LU 15 ‐17) address the creation of the overlay land use recommendations and the general geographic location of the land usesare general recommendations that apply to the S.H. 114 corridor. 114 LU15 Parking along S.H. 114 Corridor presents a high visual impact if not properly designed and screened. Surface parking along S.H. 114 is discouraged unless adequately screened and buffered. Underground parking or structured parking is preferred when development scale permits. Tier 1 – Amend the Zzoning Oordinance to create specific requirements for surface parking along the S.H. 114 corridor. Ongoing – inform potential applicants of this recommendation during the initial design process. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.5, 1.8 PDS 114 LU16 Projects with large footprints exacerbate the urban heat island effect. Modify the Zoning Ordinance to allow for incentives on projects that reduce their development footprint such as but not limited to allowing for a greater height or number of stories permitted in conjunction with a massing study, if a greater degree of landscaping or open space is provided or with features such as underground/structured parking. Tier 1 –Amend theAmend the Zoning Ordinance to provide incentives to reduce their development footprint. Quality Development & Performance Management and Service Delivery; B5 1.4, 1.5, 1.8, 7.3 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 48 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. 114 LU17 There are a number ofseveral established residential neighborhoods that exists near the S.H. 114 corridor and new development should occur in a manner that reduces the impact of non‐residential development on these existing neighborhoods. Encourage creative design and development to address potential impact on adjacent residential subdivisions. Future development should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Ongoing (Tier 1) – inform potential applicants of this recommendation during the initial design process. CBO3 Quality Development, CBO4 Attract High‐Quality Businesses, B1 1.8, 2.1, 6.2, 6.4 PDS LU18 Based on the Retail Demand Analysis and Economic Cluster Studies conducted by MXD, the Southlake 2035 Economic Development Plan identifies a number of very specific office, retail and restaurant types as target industries that the City should strive to attract. It is believed that given Southlake’s location and current retail/restaurant/office market saturation, these identified target industries are the types of uses most likely to be successful and prosper in the City. It is critical to identify these sectors because these are the types of businesses that will most likely create a return on investment (ROI) as a result of a City‐related incentive and are most likely to bring value to the city in the form of sustainable tax value, investment, jobs, payroll and local purchasing. The identification of target industries in the Economic Development Plan served as the basis for the development of the optional land use categories. Create clear economic development incentive guidelines that are aligned to meet the objectives of the City in attraction and/or expansion of identified target industries and development consistent with the optional overlay land use categories. The policy should be structured to allow quantifiable measures to determine City investment as well as impact on preferred quality of life benefits. Tier 1 – Develop an economic incentive policy guideline that indicates that new developments which include identified target industries and are consistent with the recommendations of the SH 114 optional land use categories may be considered for possible City investment. F2 6.4,6.6 ED
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 49 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] F.M. 1709 Corridor and F.M. 1938 Corridor No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU1 Davis Boulevard Properties Approximately 28 acres. Current land use designation is Mixed Use and 100‐ Year Flood Plain and the zoning is RE‐5 and SF‐1A. Current use is ranch homes on larger acreage. Environmental features exist on the west portion of the area including a creek, floodplain, and significant tree cover. Properties front on Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) (7 traffic lanes) – projected traffic counts 29,818 ADT. Only current vehicular access is from Davis Blvd. There is no vehicle or pedestrian connectivity to the west. If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. Vehicle cross access to adjacent properties (north and south) should be required as development occurs. Commercial drives directly onto Davis Blvd. should be limited and sharing drive access between properties should be considered. There is a possibility that mMedians will be installed along Davis Blvd. south to Continental and commercial drives should be located in a manner that aligns to future median openings. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the creek area (i.e. restaurant patio facing the creek area). Construct a trail along the creek per the Master Pathways Plan. As development occurs in either LU1 or LU2 (Weisman/Haney tracts), evaluate the possibility of vehicle and pedestrian connectivity across the creek. The scale of development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Uses such as low‐ profile office/health and medical uses or other identified targeted retail/restaurant uses as identified in the Economic Development Plan are encouraged. Building location on the properties should be located near the front building line (front on Davis Blvd.) with parking or the majority ofmost of the parking behind the building. Change the Retail Commercial land use designation on the consolidated land use map at the north end of the LU1 area to Mixed Use to be consistent with the properties to the south and to broaden potential uses in this area. Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to and replace the retail commercial land use category with the Mixed Use Land Use category. Tier 1 ‐– Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 50 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. LU2 Weisman and Haney Tracts Approximately 33.5 acres. Current land use designation is primarily Medium Density with Low Density Residential and Floodplain to the east. Zoning is AG and SF‐1A. Adjacent properties include two public/semi‐public uses to the north and northwest (two churches‐ Lakeside Presbyterian and The Hills); residential areas to the south, northeast and west (Siena, Brock Drive and Watermere); and undeveloped/underdeveloped property to the east. Environmental features exist on the east portion of the area including a creek, floodplain, and significant tree cover. Currently the only vehicular access is onto Southlake Blvd. (right turn only). There is no connectivity to the east across the creek to Davis Blvd. A roadway stub‐out exists into the Siena property to the south (Naples Dr.). Note: Removing because this property is under development. If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. As development occurs and warrants, vehicular roadway access to either Continental Blvd. via the stub street (Naples Dr.) or access to Davis Blvd. via a future creek crossing shall be provided. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the creek area. Development should occur in a manner that preserves and integrates the natural tree cover into the area through the use of open space and creative design. Existing tree cover along the north property line adjacent to “The Hills” church and the west property line adjacent to “Lakeside Presbyterian” should be preserved in order to provide a natural buffer between the residential development and church property. If the property is developed as a residential subdivision it should be walkable with pedestrian pathway connections to open space areas as well as to the Southlake Blvd. sidewalk system. Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. Tier 1 ‐– Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. CBO3; Quality Development 1.3, 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 51 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU3 Michael Drive Properties Approximately 14 acres. Current land use designations are Mixed Use on the east side, 100‐Year Flood pPlain through the center of the site, and Medium Density residential Residential on the west side. Zoning is AG and I‐1. Consist of retail and industrial uses. Uses are nonconforming and located in nonconforming structures. Michael Drive is a private road/drive. There are multiple property owners. Floodplain bisects the land use area. Water service to all properties is via a single water meter located on F.M. 1709.Some of the properties share a water meter. Maintain Medium Density Residential designation west of the creek, specifically allowing garden office type uses. Change the Medium Density Residential designation west of the creek to Mixed Use. Redevelopment of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves the floodplain corridor. Future redevelopment of the western portion of this area should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to adjacent residential properties in the Siena neighborhood, particularly related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Work with property owners to dedicate a utility easement along Michael Drive. As property develops, consideration of improvements of Michael Drive in regard toregarding access and utilities should be addressed. Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to replace the Medium Density Residential designation west of the creek to Mixed Use. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 52 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU4 Tex‐Art Stone Area Approximately 22 acres. Current land use designations are Retail Commercial at the corner of Davis and Continental; Office CommercialMixed Use, ; Public/Semi‐Public, and 100‐Year Flood Plain. Zoning is AG and CS (previous location for LOV Ministries). Bear Creek and the associated flood plain are located to the south. There is residential development (Country Walk) to the west and strip retail and residential to the north. There is a gas station and residential uses to the south (City of Keller). Properties front on Davis Boulevard (FM 1938). (7 traffic lanes) – projected traffic counts 29,818 ADT. Change the Office Commercial Public/Semi‐Public land use designation to Mixed Use. and note that Rresidential development or a garden office use is recommended as a transitional use between the Country Walk subdivision and future development along F.M. 1938. Change the Retail Commercial land use designation to Mixed Use noting that iIf the property is developed non‐residentially, that the scale of development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Low profile office/health and medical uses and other identified target retail/restaurant uses as identified in the Economic Development Plan are encouraged. Non‐residential buildings located along Davis should be located near the front building line (front on Davis Blvd.) with parking or the majority ofmost of the parking behind the building. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the Big Bear Creek area. If the property is developed as a residential subdivision it should be walkable with pedestrian pathway connections to open space areas as well as to the F.M. 1938 sidewalk system. Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Office Commercial and Retail Commercial Public/Semi‐Public designations with Mixed Use. CBO3; Quality Development 1.3, 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 53 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU5 Randol Mill Property Consists of 2.77 acres. The current land use designation is Low Density Residential and the zoning is SF‐1A. The property is located on the west side of Randol Mill Ave. (F.M. 1938) approximately 800 feet north of the intersection of F.M. 1938 and W. Southlake Blvd. The property fronts on F.M. 1938 and the only vehicular access is to F.M. 1938. Surrounding uses include the Carpe Diem preschool to the south on property zoned “S‐P‐2” Generalized Site Plan District with limited “C‐2” Local Retail Commercial uses and single‐ family properties to the west and north zoned “SF‐1A” Single Family Residential District. Due to adjacent commercial uses and frontage on F.M. 1938, a change to the land use plan from Low Density Residential to Office Commercial may be considered in conjunction with a zoning and site plan application. If the site is developed in a manner consistent with the Office Commercial land use category the following should be considered: o Ingress and egress to the property should be from the existing commercial drive located to the south. o Office development should be of an appropriate scale, height, and density for the site. o Parking should be provided behind the building and not along F.M. 1938. o Preserve the tree area along the western portion of the property. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 54 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU6 Southlake Market Place Approximately 24.5 acres. The land use designation is Retail Commercial and the zoning is C‐3 General Commercial Districtand S‐P‐1. The site includes approximately 202,000 square feet of retail, anchored by the former Walmart Neighborhood Market/Albertson buildingUrban Air Adventure Park building (59,000 sf) and the Hobby Lobby building (55,832 sf). There are approximately 1,000 parking spaces in the shopping center. Improvements to the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 intersection have resulted in ingress and egress challenges. The City’s current parking requirements have resulted in less flexibility to market available tenant space. Continue to pursue a public/private partnership with the City, the management company, and individual property owners to improve vehicular access into the property. Consider rezoning the property or portions of the property to allow more flexible parking requirements for possible uses compatible with the shopping area and the adjacent residential neighborhood (Southlake Woods). If the property or properties are rezoned, aspects for improving the aesthetics of the center/parking area should be considered. Such aspects may include landscaping, provision of open space, lighting, replacement of nonconforming signs, and other signage improvements. Encourage retail establishments consistent with target industries identified in the Economic Development Master Plan. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.5, 1.8, 3.8, 6.3, 9.3 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 55 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU7 Players Circle and Peytonville Properties Approximately 33 acres. The land use designation is Medium Density Residential, Office Commercial, and Retail Commercial. Zoning is C‐3, C‐2, S‐P‐1, and O‐1. Consists of Players Circle (C‐3 zoning), Green Oaks Tree Farm (C‐2 zoning – non conforming use), retail (drug store), medical office and homes along Peytonville (C‐2, O‐1, and S‐P‐2). Extend the Office Commercial land use category to the north along Peytonville Avenue to include the Varsity Orthopedics office building property. Future retail or possibly office uses on F.M. 1709 (Tree Farm) should be consistent with the City’s identified target industries. As the undeveloped office properties along Peytonville are developed ensure cross access (north –south) between properties is provided. Limit the number of drives onto Peytonville Ave. to a maximum of 2 by sharing driveway access. Provide internal cross access from Players Circle to Peytonville Ave. as the properties are developed. Encourage residential development consistent with the medium density land use category on the back (southern) portion of the tree farm. Office development may also be considered as an appropriate use. The scale of the office development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Development of the southern portion of this area should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to adjacent residential properties in the Southlake Woods neighborhood, particularly related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Building location on the properties should be located near the front building line (front on F.M. 1709 or Peytonville Ave.) with parking or the majority of parking behind the buildings. Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Retail Commercial Designation with the Office Commercial Designation on the existing developed office property on Peytonville Ave. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.3, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 56 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU8 Southlake Activity Center (former Senior Center property) Consists of 12.7 acres. The current land use designation is Public/Semi‐Public and the zoning is CS. Surrounding uses include Rockenbaugh elementary school to the east; offices to the north; undeveloped property to the west; and residential to the south. The property is owned by the City however, it is not considered park property because it was not purchased with SPDC funds. There is significant tree cover on the property (central portion of the property). Parkview Drive does not connect between Byron Nelson Drive and F.M. 1709. The adjacent neighborhood is opposed to a connection of the streets. The City should retain this property and use it for low impact passive recreation uses (walking/jogging/exercise/ educational trails, disck golf). Retain the tree areas. Clean up the pond area and make it a property amenity. Consider retainingRetain the old senior center building to allow for meeting/event space. Provide appropriate park amenities (benches, trash cans, signage, etc.). Tier 1 – Amend the Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Community Facilities Plan to indicate that the City will retain this property as undeveloped open space. CBO3; Quality Development; C3 1.4, 1.8, 4.6, 4.7, 8.1, 8.3 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 57 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU9 Rucker Properties Approximately 80 acres. Current land use is Office Commercial to the north and medium Medium density Density Rresidential to the south. Zoning is predominantly AG, with RPUD, S‐P‐1, and S‐P‐2 classifications on some of the northern parcels. There is garden office/medical office development to the north of Zena Rucker Road, and a residential development (Matthews Court) and . Uundeveloped agricultural property to the south. Retain the applicable recommendations from the Southlake 2030 Carroll/1709 Small Area Plan: Buildings’ backs facing Zena Rucker Rd. or F.M. 1709 should be limited. Rear facades should face the interior of the site. Clustering of housing may be appropriate for the preservation of critical environmental resources and open space. Preserve heavily wooded areas, especially within drainage areas and the floodplain. Regional drainage opportunities should be explored. Encourage water reuse for irrigation. Encourage green building design and practices. Preserve and enhance existing creeks and ponds. Development should be pedestrian‐oriented, emphasizing pedestrian connectivity to the sidewalk system. Consider a roundabout at the intersections of Rucker and the north‐south connector (Tower Blvd.). Provide curvilinear streets. Provide street trees between the sidewalk and street curb. Recommend a parkway buffer and street trees adjacent to Rucker Road. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.11, 3.1, 3.2 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 58 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU10 Mendez/Strunk Properties Approximately 12 acres. The land use designation is Medium Density Residential and Office Commercial. Office development adjacent to Carroll Avenue. Cross Lane (Foxboro Subdivision) is stubbed out to the west property line. Extend Retain the Medium Density Residential land use designation south to the north property line of the office developments on F.M. 1709 (1100 and 1110 E. Southlake Blvd.). For properties fronting on Carroll Ave., garden office uses may be considered if development is planned in a comprehensive manner. Buffer existing and future residential uses from office uses. Any future connection of Cross Lane to Carroll Ave. is not intended. Any office development along Carroll Ave. should have cross access back to the traffic signal at F.M. 1709/Tower Plaza as well as to the office properties to the south to access the existing drive cut on Carroll Ave. A new drive cut at Carroll Ave. and Main Street is not recommended due to existing traffic conditions/volumes at this intersection and the close proximity to the light. Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Office Commercial designation with the Medium Density Residential designation. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.3, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 59 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. FM LU11 Ord. No. 1226 803 – 1001 W. Southlake Blvd. Lot left out of the original subdivision with only access from FM 1709. Former commercial use on the property The land use designation is Medium Density Residential and the zoning is S‐P‐1, AG, and RPUD. This The original LU11 recommendation was adopted by City Council on May 19, 2020, as an amendment to the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan, by way of Ordinance No. 1226 (processed as City Case number CP20‐0001) to allow office development. It included 803 W. Southlake Blvd., a lot left out of the original Timber Lake subdivision with access only from FM 1709. The original LU11 was only a site‐specific recommendation to allow office development and did not change the underlying land use designation. The two properties to the west, 817 and 1001 W. Southlake Blvd., have similar site conditions. Expand the subject area to include the two properties to the west. Change the underlying land use designation from Medium Density Residential to Office Commercial. Office development is appropriate but Development should be limited to building size and scale which is compatible with adjacent single‐family residential and preserves the maximum amount of green space on the site. Buffer should be established between existing residential uses and planned office uses. Retain tree buffer adjacent to residential properties. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, building heights, lighting, and views. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to include the site specific recommendation expand the area boundary and change the land use from Medium Density Residential to Office Commercial. CBO3 Quality Development, B1 1.3 PDS FM LU12 River Oaks These properties are zoned S‐P‐2 for office uses and limited retail commercial uses on the lots fronting on F.M. 1709. Change the underlying land use designation from Low Density Residential to Office Commercial. Add a site‐specific recommendation to allow limited Retail Commercial uses on lots fronting on F.M. 1709. Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map to change the land use from Low Density Residential to Office Commercial. CB03 Quality Development, B1 1.3 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 60 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] North Sector Plan No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. N‐LU1 Residential Properties located at the northeast corner of Ridgecrest/East Dove Rd. Properties Approximately 1.25 acres. Zoning is SF1A. Current land use is Low Density Residential. Surrounding land uses include low and medium density residential uses and parkland (North Park). The properties are surrounded by North Park to the west and north and the Liberty Park and at Shelton wood is located to the east. Consider these properties as future park land if they are sold. Tier 1 – Evaluate the desirability and feasibility of attempting to acquire these properties for future park land as part of the 2035 Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Community Facilities Plan. Tier 1 – If deemed desirable to purchase, evaluate the possibility of attempting to execute a right of first refusal agreement with the current property owners. Quality Development, C3 4.6, 4.10 CS N LU2 Outlying NRPUD properties along Kirkwood Zoning is NRPUD Land use is 100‐Year Flood Plain and Medium Density Residential Change underlying land use designation from Medium Density Residential to Office Commercial. Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use Map Quality Development 1.7, 1.8, 2.1 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 61 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Central Sector Plan No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. C‐LU1 Randol Mill Avenue Properties 755 & 635 Randol Mill Approximately 22 acres. Current land use designation is Low Density Residential; adjacent land use designations are Low Density Residential and Medium Density Residential. Zoning is AG. Surrounding development includes industrial, restaurant, and low and medium density residential uses. Properties are undeveloped/underdeveloped, with a pond and looped sidewalk on the southern property. Properties front on F.M. 1938, which is currently under construction as a four‐lane roadway with raised curb medians and has an 8 foot trail on the east side and a 5 foot sidewalk on the west side. The trail and sidewalk tie into Westlake’s 10+ mile trail network. Westlake’s trail along F.M. 1938 includes shade structures, drinking fountains, a pedestrian underpass and offstreetoff‐street parking. Access to this regional trail system with pocket amenities makes these properties a possible location for a future small park development. Traffic volumes (14,810 ADT as measured in 2017) are expected to increase along F.M. 1938 with the completion of the widening project. Retain Low Density Residential land use designation. Evaluate the potential of these properties as future park land and consider amending the land use plan to Public/Semi‐Public. Consider these properties as future park land if they are sold. If the properties are developed residentially instead of as park land the following should be evaluated as part of the development design: If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. Development should occur in a manner that preserves and integrates the natural tree cover. The large tree area located in the northeast portion of the property should be maintained or consider to include it as to be a part of a future open space area. The property should be developed in a walkable manner and provide a pedestrian connection to the F.M. 1938 trail system. Create buffering or screening from the future residential to the industrial uses to the east. Evaluate the potential for the developer to provide a public roadway along the current Gifford Ct. (cCurrently a private street) alignment to allow vehicular access to F.M. 1938 at a full median opening. Tier 1 – Evaluate options for these properties as future park land as part of the Southlake 2035 Parks, Recreation & Open Space/Community Facilities Master Plan. Tier 2 ‐ Consider executing a right of first refusal on the purchase of the properties if warranted. Ongoing – Evaluate residential development proposals per the recommendations listed. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 PDS, CS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 62 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. C‐LU2 North Randol Mill Avenue Properties (Randol Mill bend) Current land use designation is Low Density Residential. Zoning is SF‐1A, RPUD, SF‐20A, AG, and SF‐30. There are existing residential uses on these properties, including the recently developed Maranatha Estates along Maranatha Way (Private Street). Our Ln.ane is a private street but some redevelopment has occurred. Sanitary sewer is unavailable in this area. There are drainage issues in this area. There is a large undeveloped area (15 +/‐ acres) at the end Maranatha. The Town of Westlake owns an access control strip along the east side of F.M. 1938 and access to this site from F.M. 1938 can only be approved by Westlake. Retain the Low Density Residential designation. As the northern portion of the study area develops, Wwork with the Town of Westlake to provide access to the 15 acre site at the north end of the study area from F.M. 1938. Consider options for access, utility, and drainage improvements to this area as part of the 2035 Water, Wastewater and Drainage Stormwater Master Plan update. Tier 1 – If the 15 acre site along FM 1938As the northern portion of the study area develops, is developed Wwork with the Town of Westlake to provide direct vehicular access to this property from F.M. 1938. Tier 1 ‐ Evaluate options for extending city sewer to the area and improving drainage as part of the 2035 Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Master Plan. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 PW
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 63 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] West Sector Plan No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. W‐LU1 Jordan Drive Properties Land use designation is Public/Semi‐Public. Zoning is SF‐1A. Properties are Ccity‐owned and undeveloped. Adjacent to ground water storage tanks to the south, which may create noise issues for any development built on these lots. Consider developing the properties as a small park. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Tier 1 – Evaluate options as part of the development of the Southlake 2035 Parks, Recreation & Open Space/Community Facilities Master Plan to designate the City owned land located north of the water tanks as a future park or open space. If developed as a park or utilized as permanent open space, this area should be designed to accommodate maintenance vehicle and equipment access to the water tank compound. Quality Development, F2 4.2, 4.5 CS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 64 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. W‐LU2 South Pearson Ln.ane Properties – 607, 407, 901 S. Pearson Approximately 7 acres. Land use designation is Medium Density Residential. Zoning is AG and SP1. Current uses include a landscape nursery, gymnastics, workout facility, and a plumbing business. Neighboring uses include Chesapeake Park to the east and south, St. Martin Cchurch to the north, and residential uses across Pearson Ln.ane (in Keller). These properties have redevelopment potential. Retain Medium Density Residential land use designation. If possible, any redevelopment of the properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Ongoing – Evaluate future development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 65 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. W‐LU3 W. Southlake Blvd. Properties Approximately 10.6 acres. Current land use designation is Medium Density Residential. Zoning is AG. Surrounding uses include offices to the west, east, and north, and residential uses and agricultural/undeveloped low intensity uses to the south. Western side of the subject area is heavily treed. Eastern side has low intensity residential/ranch uses. With frontage on West Southlake Boulevard Blvd. and adjacent office uses to the east and west, the subject area has potential for future office development. Due to adjacent office uses and frontage on F.M. 1709, a change to the land use plan from Medium Density Residential to Office Commercial and/or Retail Commercial may be considered in conjunction with a zoning and site plan application. If the site is developed in a manner consistent with the Office Commercial and/or Retail Commercial land use category the following should be considered: Office and retail development should be of an appropriate scale, height, and density for the site, with higher intensity immediately adjacent to F.M. 1709 and lower intensity on the southern portion of the subject area. Office and retail building locations should be along F.M. 1709 and parking should be provided behind (south) the building(s) and not along F.M. 1709. Emphasis should be placed on tree preservation along the western portion of the land use area. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views. Low intensity retail establishments may be considered that are consistent with target industries identified in the Economic Development Master Plan. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.4, 1.8 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 66 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Southeast Sector Plan No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. SE‐LU1 S. Nolen/Crooked Lane Properties Approximately 16 acres. Current land use designation is Mixed Use and Low Density Residential. Zoning is AG and SF1A. Surrounding uses include low intensity residential uses to the south/southwest and office uses to the west, north, east, and south. Adjacent to Crooked Lane, a heavily tree‐lined 2‐lane local roadway. Note: Deleting as these properties are under development. Provide access or street/cul‐de‐sac from Village Center to help preserve the rural nature of Crooked Lane. Development should be of an appropriate scale, height and density for the site. If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. Development should occur in a manner that preserves and integrates the natural tree cover into the area through the use of open space and creative design. Preserve trees adjacent to Crooked Lane to maintain the character of the roadway. Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting and views. Retain the recommendations of the currently adopted Crooked/Kimball Small Area Plan as guide for development in this area. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.11, 3.1, 3.2 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 67 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. SE‐LU2 Brumlow Avenue Properties Zoning is RPUD, I‐1 and AG. Land use is Office Commercial and Mixed Use. Surrounding uses are Mmedium Ddensity Rresidential to the west and north and Mmixed Uuses to the east and south. The realignment of Brumlow Avenue has resulted in a pie‐shaped parcel between the old and new Brumlow Avenue. The property is part of the Timarron development. Change the land use of the Office Commercial parcel to Mixed Use to match adjacent tracts. Consider development options, such as abandonment of old Brumlow Avenue and combining the pie‐shaped property with adjacent tracts. Any redevelopment proposal should include a traffic study to determine the impact on the Continental/Brumlow roundabout, including the abandonment of old Brumlow Avenue, if applicable. of removing the old Brumlow Avenue on level of service (LOS) of the Contentential/Brumlow intersection Future development on these properties should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to potential impacts on adjacent residential areas, particularly as related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting, and views Tier 1 ‐ Amend the Consolidated Land Use map from Office Commercial to Mixed Use. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations. CBO3; Quality Development 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.11, 3.1, 3.2 PDS
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 68 Ordinance No. 1269, Adopted _________ 2023 [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] No. Issues Recommendations/Policy Implementation Metric Strategic Link VGO Dept. SE‐LU3 Village Center Drive Properties Land use is Mixed Use and Retail Commercial. Zoning is SF‐1A, AG, and O‐1. These properties may face unique challenges due to the extension of Village Center Drive. Maintain the existing Mixed Use and Retail Commercial land use designations. Consider flexibility in the development of the subject area to accommodate the alignment of Village Center Drive. Tier 1 – Add the site boundary to the Future Land Use Map. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendation. CBO3; Quality Development 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.11, 3.1, 3.2 PDS
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COMPARISON OF 2012 2018 AND 2018 2023 FUTURE LAND USE PLANS
The 2018 2023 Consolidated Future Land Use Map is an evolution of the 2012 2018 Consolidated Future Land
Use Map. The following table indicates the acreage of each land use for the 2012 2018 and 2018 2023 plans,
the increase or decrease from 2012 2018 to 2018 2023 in acres, and the percentage change.
Land Use Category 2018 Land Use
Plan* (Acres**)
2023 Land Use
Plan (Acres**) Change (Acres) Change (%)
100 Year Flood Plain 529 529 0 0%
Corps of Engineers 771 771 0 0%
Public Parks & Open
Space 438 438 0 0%
Public/Semi‐Public 650 649 ‐1 ‐<1%
Low Density Residential 4128 4121 ‐7 ‐<1%
Medium Density
Residential 3564 3528 ‐36 ‐1%
Office Commercial 298 337 +39 +17%
Retail Commercial 228 228 0 0%
Regional Retail 116 116 0 0%
Mixed Use 1033 1038 +5 +<1%
Town Center 173 173 0 0%
Industrial 390 390 0 0%
*Includes development driven amendments to the plan since its original adoption in 2018.
**Excluding ROW; based on parcel data.
Only minor changes were made to the underlying land use designations as part of the 2023 update. The largest
change was an increase in the Office Commercial designation, which gained 39 acres resulting in a 17% increase.
The second largest change in terms of acreage was a decrease in the Medium Density Residential land use
category totalingof 36 acres, . Hhowever, this change is small when considering the category as a whole,
resulting in an approximately 1% change.
The following pie charts shows the acreage distribution for the underlying land use categories for the 2012
Future Land Use Plan and the 20182023 update of the Future Land Use Plan respectively.
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2018 2023 Future Land Use Plan Area Distribution
The following charts show the distribution of land use categories broken down by developed and undeveloped
properties. Note that these charts exclude right‐of‐way and are based on the 2018 land use designation.
529 Acres,
4%771 Acres,
6%438 Acres,
4%
649 Acres,
5%
4,118 Acres,
33%3528 Acres,
29%
298 Acres,
2%
228 Acres,
2%
116 Acres,
1%
1,034 Acres,
8%173 Acres,
1%
390 Acres,
3%317 Acres,
2%
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AIRPORT COMPATIBLE LAND USES
Due to an agreement between the City of Southlake and the Dallas‐Fort
Worth International Airport, development is restricted in certain areas of
the City. The agreement created two noise contour “zones” within
Southlake; these noise contour “zones” are indicated on the land use map.
No residential development is allowed within the 75+ LDN noise contour.
Residential development is allowed in the 65‐75 LDN contour provided that
a certain noise level reduction (NLR) is met. Non‐residential uses are
permitted in both contour zones, but must meet specific noise level
reduction requirements. Please refer to the Airport Compatible Land Use
Zoning Ordinance No. 479 for details of these regulations.
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NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION ACTIVITIES
POLICY ON NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION ACTIVITIES
The City of Southlake places significant emphasis on the protection of the natural environment, including tree
preservation, protection of ground water resources and air quality. The city recognizes that the preservation of
the natural environment provides a significant protection of the quality of life our citizens enjoy.
Increased market demand and possibly vast natural gas reserves from the Barnett Shale have created economic
opportunities for some area residents in terms of leases, royalties and bonus payments. In order to balance the
economic upside with environmental protection, the city has established the following policies to guide
regulatory and approval decisions regarding natural resource extraction activities within the city.
1. Any natural resource extraction activity should demonstrate that the street or highway facilities
providing access to the activity are adequate in functional classification, width and structural capacity
to meet the requirements of the proposed activity. Also, the operator must ensure that the city will
be reimbursed monetarily for any damages to public assets such as roadways that may be damaged
as a direct result of activities related to natural resource extraction.
2. Natural resource extraction activities, including the installation and operation of pipelines, should
occur in a manner that minimizes its impact on surrounding properties, specifically residential uses.
3. Activity related to production should be buffered adequately from adjoining uses, including screening
and other fencing that minimizes the nuisance impacts of the extraction activity.
4. Any natural resource activity should minimize impact on the city’s natural environment, specifically
resources identified on the city’s Environmental Resource Protection Map. The city will consider the
following when evaluating an application to permit natural resource extraction activity:
Disturbance of existing vegetation;
Grading of soils;
Soil and erosion control;
Wildlife habitats;
Ground water resources;
Surface water resources; and
Federal, state and local regulations.
5. Companies proposing to operate will conduct educational and informational meetings between the
city, the citizens, and property owners to ensure cooperation, coordination, and communication.
6. New developments (residential and commercial) should be planned to take into account current and
future natural resource extraction activity to the extent it can be reasonably anticipated and vice
versa.
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7. All drilling and production operations including truck traffic and the location of any easements for pipe
lines should be conducted in a manner which minimizes the impact on existing surface uses and
conducted in a manner that does not negatively impact future planned land uses, roadways, pathways,
sidewalks, open space areas, and parks. The locations of any easements for pipe lines are to be along
property boundaries.
8. Well sites should be reclaimed and closed by techniques which ensure that the future use of the
property is not impaired because of environmental or safety problems or the existence of improperly
abandoned or located equipment such as well heads or flowlines. Applicants should specifically
address timelines for drilling, production, and reclamation activity during initial application.
9. Prior to the commencement of any activities related to natural resource extraction, the owner or
operator must obtain all required permits and meet all applicable city regulations and ordinances.
Also, the operator must demonstrate to the city through written plans and procedures and other
information deemed necessary to demonstrate that the activity can be conducted in a manner that
ensures the health, safety and welfare of the citizens.
10. Application for a Specific Use Permit for drilling should encompass the entire proposed pad site.
11. Location of equipment associated with wells such as separators and water tanks should be centralized
and apart from the pad site and located in a manner where truck traffic has minimum impact on
adjacent land uses.
SITE DESIGN STANDARDS FOR OIL & GAS DRILLING & PRODUCTION PAD SITES
In addition to meeting all city ordinances and regulations, all pad sites that are in gas drilling production
operation within the city shall meet the following standards for fencing and buffering.
1. Hardscape – surface treatment of the pad:
I. During Drilling – crushed concrete aggregate.
II. During Production –
Dust free aggregate of a decomposed granite material.
Where site disturbance exceeds the fenced areas of the pad, natural ground cover shall be
restored with aggregate of native grass seeding.
2. Fencing:
I. During Drilling – 8’ high chain link fence with all weather fabric in black or dark green; 8’ high chain
link gate.
II. During Production – Masonry or a combination of masonry and wrought iron with similar
characteristics as the rendering illustrated in Figure 1.
3. Landscaping:
I. During Production – Vegetative screening as recommended in Figure 1.
4. Lighting:
I. All pad sites shall be well lit during drilling and production phases with fixtures using high‐pressure
sodium bulbs. Lighting during production shall meet the city’s lighting ordinance, as amended.
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Maximum height of fixtures shall be 25’. Light fixtures shall match those of the adjoining
neighborhoods or development and be approved by City Council. All lighting must meet Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) standards.
5. Color during production phase:
I. All wrought iron fences and gates shall be painted dark green or black.
II. All equipment on the pad site shall be painted in earth tones limited to beige, brown, and green.
6. Access roads and driveways:
I. During drilling, all access drives shall meet the city’s standards for construction entrances and
driveways.
II. During production, all access drives shall be paved, dust‐free and subject to applicable city
standards and ordinances. Access drives shall be approved by City Council.
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APPENDIX A
REGIONAL RETAIL DESIGN GUIDELINES
Development within the Regional Retail land use category must adhere to the following design guidelines.
1. Facades and Exterior Walls
INTENT: Façades shall be articulated to reduce the massive scale and the uniform, impersonal
appearances of large retail buildings and provide visual interest that will be consistent with the
community’s identity character, and scale. The intent is to encourage a more human scale that residents
of Southlake will be able to identify with their community.
GUIDELINE: Developments shall use animating features such as arcades, display windows, entry areas,
or awnings along at least 60 percent of the front and 50% of the side façades that face a public right‐of‐
way.
2. Roofs
INTENT: Variations in roof lines should be used to add interest to, and reduce the massive scale of large
buildings.
GUIDELINE: Roof lines shall be varied. Mansard roofs, gable roofs, hip roofs, or dormers shall be
incorporated. Alternating lengths and designs may be acceptable and can be addressed during the
preliminary development plan.
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3. Parking Lot Orientation
INTENT: Parking areas should provide safe, convenient, and efficient access for vehicles and pedestrians.
They should be distributed around large buildings in order to shorten the distance to other buildings and
public sidewalks and to reduce the overall scale of the paved surface. If buildings are located closer to
streets, the scale of the complex is reduced, pedestrian traffic is encouraged, and architectural details
take on added importance.
GUIDELINE: No more than 60 percent of the off‐street parking area for the entire property shall be
located between the front façade within the front yard of the principal building(s) and the primary
abutting street unless the principal building(s) and/or parking lots are screened from view by out parcel
development (such as restaurants) and additional tree plantings and/or berms.
4. Entryways
INTENT: Entryway design elements and variations should give orientation and aesthetically pleasing
character to the building. The standards identify desirable entryway design features. Large retail
buildings should feature multiple entrances. Multiple building entrances reduce walking distances from
cars, facilitate pedestrian and bicycle access from public sidewalks, and provide convenience where
certain entrances offer access to individual stores, or identified departments in a store.
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GUIDELINES: Each principal building on a site shall have clearly defined, highly visible customer
entrances featuring no less than three of the following:
canopies or porticos
overhangs
recesses/projections
arcades
raised corniced parapets over the
door
peaked roof forms
arches
outdoor patios
display windows
architectural details such as tile
work and moldings which are
integrated into the building
structure and design
integral planters or wing walls that
incorporate landscaped areas
and/or places for sitting
All sides of a principal building that directly face a public right‐of‐way shall feature at least one customer
entrance. The number of entrances for the principal building shall be addressed at the preliminary
development plan stage. Where additional stores will be located in the principal building, each such
store shall have at least one exterior customer entrance, which shall conform to the above
requirements.
5. Pedestrian Flows
INTENT: Provide safe and efficient pedestrian movement from the parking areas to the store front(s).
GUIDELINES:
Pedestrian walkways from the parking lot to the store entrances shall be provided. All internal
pedestrian walkways shall be distinguished from driving surfaces through the use of durable, low
maintenance surface materials such as pavers, bricks, or scored concrete to enhance pedestrian
safety and comfort, as well as the attractiveness of the walkways. Signs shall be installed to
designate pedestrian walkways.
Sidewalks, no less than 8 feet in width, shall be provided along the full length of the building along
any facade featuring a customer entrance, and along any facade abutting public parking areas. Such
sidewalks shall be located at least six (6) feet from the facade of the building to provide planting
beds for foundation landscaping, except where features such as arcades or entryways are part of
the facade.
6. Building Backs
INTENT: The rear or sides of buildings often present an unattractive view of blank walls.
GUIDELINE: Back of building should not be clearly visible from the public right‐of‐ways or adjacent
residential. Additional landscaping may be required by the Planning Commission to effectively buffer
adjacent land use as deemed appropriate.
7. Building Colors
INTENT: Exterior building colors comprise a significant part of the visual impact of a building and
therefore should be aesthetically pleasing.
GUIDELINE: Facade colors shall be low reflectance, subtle, neutral or earth tone colors.
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The use of high intensity colors, metallic colors, or fluorescent color is prohibited.
8. Central Features and Community Spaces
INTENT: Buildings should offer attractive and inviting pedestrian scale features, spaces and amenities.
Entrances and parking lots should be configured to be functional and inviting with walkways
conveniently tied to logical destinations. Drop‐off/pick‐up points should be considered as integral parts
of the configuration. Pedestrian ways should be anchored by special design features such as towers,
arcades, porticos, pedestrian light fixtures, bollards, planter walls, and other architectural elements that
define circulation ways and outdoor spaces. The features and spaces should enhance the building and
the center as integral parts of the community fabric.
GUIDELINE: Each retail establishment subject to these standards shall contribute to the establishment
or enhancement of community and public spaces by providing at least two of the following:
patio/seating area, pedestrian plaza with benches, window shopping walkways, outdoor play area,
water feature, clock tower, steeple, or other such deliberately shaped area and/or a focal feature or
amenity that, in the judgment of the Planning Commission, adequately enhances such community and
public spaces. Any such areas shall have direct access to the public sidewalk network and such features
shall not be constructed of materials that are inferior to the principal materials of the building and
landscape.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 81 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] APPENDIX B EMPLOYMENT CENTER FORM STANDARDS Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) A. Building Height Principal Building
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[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 83 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] C. Public Frontages (Streetscape) Option 1. Total Width 18 – 32 feet 12 – 16 feet 12 – 24 feet Curb: Type Raised curb Raised curb Open swale (bar ditch) Radius 5 – 15 feet 5 – 20 feet 10 – 30 feet
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 84 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Sidewalk 12 – 30 feet 4 – 8 feet 4 – 8 feet Street Trees Location & Arrangement Depending on context Regular or clustered Clustered Species Single species Alternating species Multiple species Planter Type Tree well Continuous planter (green verge) Continuous planter Planter Width 6 feet X 6 feet 8 feet – 12 feet 8 feet – 12 feet Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) C. Public Frontages (Streetscape) Option 2.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 85 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) Total Width 12 ‐ 24 feet 12 – 16 feet 16 – 24 feet Curb: Type Raised curb Raised curb Open swale (bar ditch) Radius 5 – 15 feet 5 – 20 feet 10 – 30 feet Sidewalk 15 – 20 feet 4 – 8 feet N/A Street Trees Location & Arrangement Regular Regular Clustered Species Single species Single species Multiple species Planter Type Continuous planter (green verge) Continuous planter Continuous swale Planter Width 6 feet wide 8 feet – 12 feet wide 8 feet – 16 feet wide D. Street Trees
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 86 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Tree Selection Criteria Trees with the following characteristics are generally recommended: High branching (minimum of 10’ clearance from the ground). Compact spread and should be between 12 and 30 feet. Trees with the following characteristics are generally recommended: High branching (minimum of 10’ clearance from the ground). Compact spread and should be between 12 and 30 feet.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 87 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Should have a tap root system (root system should go deep and not spread wide). Fast growing. Semi evergreen – to reduce the problem of shedding leaves in fall. Should be resistant to drought, dust, and pollution. Should have a tap root system (root system should go deep and not spread wide). Fast growing. Semi evergreen – to reduce the problem of shedding leaves in fall. Should be resistant to drought, dust, and pollution. No limitation on tree selection; but preference to native selections. E. Street Lighting
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 88 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) F. Open Space
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 89 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Square: A geometrically symmetrical open space, available for unstructured recreation and civic purposes. A square is spatially defined by buildings. Its landscape is consisted of paths, lawns, and trees, formally arranged. Square are to be located at the intersection of important streets. Size shall range from 1‐ 5 acres. Green: An open space available for unstructured recreation. A green may be defined by landscaping rather than buildings. Its landscape is consisted of land and trees in a natural arrangement. The size of a green shall range from 2 acres to 10 acres. Park: Is a natural preserve available for unstructured recreation. A park is usually independent of surrounding building frontages. Its landscape consists of natural paths, trails, meadows, woodlands, and open shelters. Minimum size shall be 10 acres.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 90 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Plaza: An open space available for civic purposes and limited commercial activities. A plaza is spatially defined by buildings and its landscape shall consist primarily of hardscape (pavement) and trees are optional. Plazas are to be located at key intersections and the size shall range from 0.5 – 2 acres. Plazas can be wider sidewalks or extensions of sidewalks for the purpose of providing outdoor seating for restaurants and cafes. Playground: Is an open space designed and equipped for recreation of children. A playground may be fenced and may include an open shelter. Playgrounds may be interspersed within residential areas and may be placed in a block. Whenever possible, playgrounds shall be placed in such a location that they are visible from adjoining properties for maximum security. Playgrounds may be included in parks and greens or in community activity centers. Playgrounds are appropriate in all the 3 EC land use categories. Environmental Preserve: Is a natural open space reserved for land that is under permanent conservation. It shall consist of areas in the flood plain, woodlands to be preserved, creeks, water bodies, steep grades, and other environmentally sensitive lands. Activities in the environmental preserve shall be limited to natural trails, paths, and equestrian trails. If significant lake access is available, canoe put‐ins or other passive water recreation activities may be permitted.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 91 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) G. Parking Surface or structured parking in the middle of the block. Detached or attached garage and on‐street parking. Detached or attached garage and no on‐street parking.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 92 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Structured parking with ground floor office/retail uses. Detached or attached garage with rear alley access and on‐street parking. Surface parking with building anchoring the corner and surface parking along the side street. Parking screened with a double row of trees along S.H. 114 access road.
[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 93 Ordinance No. ____________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Standard Employment Center 1 (EC‐1) Employment Center 2 (EC‐2) Employment Center Residential (EC‐R) I. Architectural Standards a. Materials and Color Brick or masonry on all facades visible from the right of way. Brick and masonry colors are to be of a natural shade. Roof design and colors are to complement the façade materials and are to be of neutral/natural colors. Generally flat roofs are encouraged (specifically building 4 stories and higher). Sloping roofs may not be painted, but may be of natural materials or finishes. Brick or masonry on all facades visible from the right of way, except along alleys. Brick and masonry colors are to be of a natural shade. Roof design and colors are to complement the façade materials and are to be of neutral/natural colors. Brick or masonry on all facades visible from the right of way. Brick and masonry colors are to be of a natural shade. Roof design and colors are to complement the façade materials and are to be of neutral/natural colors.
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APPENDIX C
Vision, Goals & Objectives
Adopted by City Council on June 20, 2017
Ordinance No. 1173
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SOUTHLAKE 2035 VISION STATEMENT
Southlake will continue to enhance its status as a desirable, attractive, safe, healthy and fiscally-sound
community with quality neighborhoods, while maintaining a high standard of living, learning, shopping,
working, recreation, and open spaces. Southlake will continue to be a vibrant community that epitomizes
both economic and environmental sustainability.
SOUTHLAKE 2035 GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Goal 1: Quality Development
Promote quality development that is consistent with the Urban Design Plan and existing development
patterns, well- maintained, attractive, pedestrian-friendly, safe, contributes to an overall sense of place and
meet the needs of a vibrant and diverse community.
Objective 1.1 Encourage the maintenance and enhancement of existing neighborhoods, features, and
amenities in order to preserve property values and a unique sense of place.
Objective 1.2 Create and preserve attractive pedestrian-friendly streets and pathways to encourage
transportation alternatives to the automobile.
Objective 1.3 Encourage appropriately-scaled neighborhood design that compliments existing
development patterns while creating unique places, recognizing that quality residential
neighborhoods are the cornerstone of our community.
Objective 1.4 Emphasize creativity and ensure environmental stewardship in the design of all development
and public infrastructure, maximizing the preservation of desirable natural features such as
trees, topography, streams, wildlife corridors and habitat.
Objective 1.5 Promote unique community character through a cohesive theme by emphasizing urban
design detail and performance standards for structures, streets, street lighting, landscaping,
entry features, wayfinding signs, open spaces, amenities, pedestrian/automobile orientation
and transition to adjacent uses.
Objective 1.6 Consider high-quality single-family residential uses as part of a planned mixed-use
development at appropriate transitional locations.
Objective 1.7 Explore and encourage opportunities for redevelopment when appropriate.
Objective 1.8 Ensure high-quality design and a heightened sensitivity towards the integration of new
development with the existing development and urban design pattern.
Objective 1.9 Strengthen street and landscape design standards to enhance the visual quality along major
corridors.
Objective 1.10 Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas Department of
Transportation to improve the appearance of roadways, bridges, embankments and
entryways into the City.
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Objective 1.11 Ensure that city- and developer-provided infrastructure is functional, aesthetically well-
designed, and integrated with the natural environment.
Objective 1.12 Continue to strengthen the City’s regulations to encourage effective signage that is
appropriately designed and scaled to minimize adverse impacts on community aesthetics.
Goal 2: Balance
Maintain a balanced approach to growth and development in order to preserve the City’s assets (schools,
public safety, and competitive edge in the region) and fiscal health.
Objective 2.1 Encourage a balance of uses, including retail, office, medical, hospitality, entertainment,
institutional, industrial, and residential that is both responsive to and sustainable within
changing market conditions and sustains growth in property values for the future.
Objective 2.2 Support appropriate public-private financial partnerships that will help retain and enhance
the City’s economic base.
Objective 2.3 Ensure the City’s built environment fosters a positive relationship between the taxable value
of real property and the corresponding cost of municipal services.
Goal 3: Mobility
Develop an innovative mobility system that provides for the safe, convenient, efficient movement of people
and goods, reduces traffic congestion, promotes energy and transportation efficiency and promotes
expanded opportunities for citizens to meet some routine needs by walking or bicycling.
Objective 3.1 Provide a safe and efficient streets and pathways network that allows travel to shopping
areas, schools, parks and places of employment, reducing the need to travel on the City’s
major arterials (FM 1709, FM 1938, or SH 114) and minimizes cut-through traffic in
residential neighborhoods.
Objective 3.2 Implement and promote a mobility system that addresses safety, design, comfort and
aesthetic elements such as landscaping, crosswalks, railing, lighting, traffic-calming and
signage in order to provide distinct character and functionality for the City.
Objective 3.3 In accordance with a need identified by the Citizen Survey, provide and promote a
continuous pedestrian pathways system that is user-friendly, efficient, safe, economical, and
connect parks, shopping, schools, work and residential areas.
Objective 3.4 Pursue opportunities to link Southlake’s pathways to systems in adjacent cities and trails on
the Corps of Engineers property.
Objective 3.5 Identify and prioritize the funding and construction of mobility system capital improvements
projects according to the impacts on safety, system efficiency, costs, and improving levels of
service for roadways.
Objective 3.6 Increase safe bicycle mobility when reasonably possible.
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Objective 3.7 Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas Department of
Transportation to identify, design and implement projects that prevent or relieve congestion
in the area.
Objective 3.8 Continue to evaluate and improve upon the existing mobility system within the City,
maintaining existing infrastructure, making required improvements and evaluating
innovative ways to integrate transportation and land use.
Objective 3.9 Obtain adequate right-of-way for future roadway corridors and improvements.
Goal 4: Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Support a comprehensive integrated parks, recreation and open space system for all ages that creates value
and preserves natural assets of the City.
Objective 4.1 Ensure that new development incorporates usable open space.
Objective 4.2 Ensure that parkland and open spaces include an integrated mix of developed and natural
areas with consideration of protecting the City’s ecosystem and wildlife corridors.
Objective 4.3 Promote water conservation and reuse in the design of parks and open spaces.
Objective 4.4 Utilize partnerships to create open space and recreation facilities.
Objective 4.5 Ensure an even geographic distribution of park facilities and recreation activities—both
active and passive—for citizens of all ages.
Objective 4.6 Provide a full range of park facilities and linear linkages that will accommodate the current
and future needs of the City’s residents and visitors.
Objective 4.7 Integrate passive recreational opportunities into preserved natural and drainage areas.
Objective 4.8 Incorporate feedback received from the Parks and Recreation Citizen Survey into recreation
activities and park facilities.
Objective 4.9 Acknowledge the City’s rich natural history, heritage and historical landmarks.
Objective 4.10 Determine parkland desirable for dedication as part of the development process based on
classification, location and maintenance cost.
Objective 4.11 Prioritize investments in existing and established parks understanding that there will be
strategic opportunities for land acquisition.
Objective 4.12 Incorporate educational and learning opportunities within parks and related facilities.
Objective 4.13 Pursue recreational and educational opportunities on Corps of Engineers property
compatible with the goal of protecting and preserving the existing ecosystem for future
generations.
Goal 5: Public Safety
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Establish and maintain protective measures and policies that reduce danger, risk or injury to property and
individuals who live, work or visit the City.
Objective 5.1 Maintain a level of police, fire and ambulance services commensurate with population and
business needs.
Objective 5.2 Provide effective and efficient professional public safety services in partnership with the
citizens we serve, encouraging mutual respect and innovative problem-solving, thereby
improving the quality of life in our community.
Objective 5.3 Ensure compliance with the stated standard of response coverage and industry guidelines
through the provision of facilities, equipment, personnel and roadways.
Objective 5.4 Ensure that all buildings and public facilities are constructed in compliance with all applicable
federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.
Objective 5.5 Maintain the continued compliance with national standard of excellence through the
accreditation process.
Objective 5.6 Enhance and promote public safety through public-private partnerships and utilization and
training of volunteers.
Objective 5.7 Maintain a high level of community readiness through training and communications among
neighborhood and volunteer groups and city, county, state, and federal entities.
Objective 5.8 Develop and implement safety education programs that enhance the quality of life and safety
in the community.
Objective 5.9 Promote security of public buildings and infrastructure.
Objective 5.10 Ensure safe and healthy working conditions for city staff, volunteers and officials by
providing security, facility, vehicular and equipment maintenance, information, education
and training.
Goal 6: Economic Development
Create a diversified, vibrant and sustainable economy through the attraction and support of business
enterprises and tourism meeting the vision and standards desired by City leaders.
Objective 6.1 Promote the City both nationally and regionally as a great place to live, work, visit, shop and
recreate.
Objective 6.2 Provide necessary, desirable and diverse goods and services for residents of the City.
Objective 6.3 Foster an environment that retains and supports existing businesses to ensure the
sustainability of our existing tax base.
Objective 6.4 Attract desired businesses to ensure economic growth as well as continued employment and
services for residents of the City.
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Objective 6.5 Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City business through the
promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry in the City.
Objective 6.6 Develop a clear and understandable incentive policy that accomplishes the business
attraction and retention goals of the City and is based on factors such as job creation,
investment, quality of business, return on investment and overall value to the community.
Objective 6.7 Foster communication between the public and private sectors.
Goal 7: Sustainability
Encourage the conservation, protection, enhancement and proper management of the natural and built
environment.
Objective 7.1 Maintain and implement policies to reduce the use of nonrenewable resources, such as
energy in the heating, cooling, and operation and maintenance of city facilities.
Objective 7.2 Promote public awareness and education on such sustainability issues as public health,
energy and water conservation and overall environmental stewardship.
Objective 7.3 Promote sustainable public and private development practices and patterns, building design,
water-use reduction and waste reduction while maintaining the existing character of the city.
Objective 7.4 Protect surface, storm, and groundwater quality from septic discharge, impervious surface
runoff, improper waste disposal and other potential contaminant sources.
Objective 7.5 Conserve, restore and promote tree and plant cover that is native or adaptive to the City and
region while also protecting existing significant vegetation and maintaining the existing
character of the City.
Objective 7.6 Protect and enhance air quality in coordination with federal, regional and local agencies.
Objective 7.7 Recognize the importance of and protect the biological diversity for the ecological and
aesthetic benefits to the community.
Objective 7.8 Define, protect, and celebrate the local Cross Timbers Ecosystem as a community asset for
future generations.
Objective 7.9 Assess and minimize the ecological impact of any new trails provided on Corps of Engineers
property.
Goal 8: Community Facilities
Plan and provide quality community facilities and services that effectively meet the service needs of
Southlake’s residents and businesses.
Objective 8.1 Provide a level of community facilities that meet the needs of both the existing and projected
population.
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Objective 8.2 Encourage cooperation with the school districts in planning for and financing community
facilities to encourage the cost-effective provision of resources.
Objective 8.3 Systematically evaluate City-owned buildings in terms of their quality of service delivery and
prioritize maintenance and renovation accordingly.
Objective 8.4 Incorporate new computer and telecommunications technologies into public buildings and
designated areas in order to improve time and cost efficiency of service delivery and to meet
increasing demands of information access and sharing.
Goal 9: Partnerships
Fully utilize and coordinate with the City’s many partners to address issues facing the area, provide services
and facilities, promote volunteerism, support events and programs and encourage economic growth.
Objective 9.1 Partner with other government entities, non-governmental organizations and the North
Central Texas Council of Governments to address regional and local issues.
Objective 9.2 Continue mutually beneficial partnerships between the City and local school districts to
explore the provision of facilities, services, technology, and other opportunities through
open communication and close coordination.
Objective 9.3 Continue active partnerships with non-profit organizations, civic groups and local businesses
to create opportunities that benefit the community.
Objective 9.4 Partner with local school districts to educate Southlake’s youth in their municipality
and seek youth input when planning the future of our community.
Goal 10: Infrastructure
Through sound management and strategic investment, develop, maintain, improve and operate public
infrastructure that promotes health, safety and an enhanced quality of life for all members of the community.
Objective 10.1 Ensure equitably-distributed and adequate services and facilities.
Objective 10.2 Plan and program land acquisition and the installation of all essential public facilities to
reasonably coincide with the need for such facilities.
Objective 10.3 Identify and implement programs where costs may be shared by multiple agencies and/or
developers.
Objective 10.4 Provide for adequate public water and sewer services in appropriate areas of the City.
Objective 10.5 Provide and maintain an effective stormwater management system throughout the City.
Objective 10.6 Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure and levels of service through the provision of
timely maintenance, repair and replacement as needed.
Objective 10.7 Provide and maintain effective solid waste collection and recycling programs for residents.
Objective 10.8 Provide a streetlight system for adequate illumination and a wayfinding signage system for
pedestrian and driver safety where appropriate.
Goal 11: Tourism
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Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City businesses through the use and
promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry as a tool for the local economy in the City.
Objective 11.1 Promote a destination image for the City and continuously evolve it to adapt to changing
economic conditions.
Objective 11.2 Support programs enriching experiences for residents and visitors.
Objective 11.3 Increase awareness and utilization of the hotel accommodations and meeting facilities in the
City.
Objective 11.4 Promote and implement programs that increase the patronage of businesses in the City.
Objective 11.5 Support events held in the City that promote the City’s tourism goal and objectives.
Objective 11.6 Support partnerships with other businesses and organizations that are mutually beneficial.
Goal 12: Community Engagement
Promote and prioritize initiatives that involve and empower home owners associations, residents and
businesses to collaborate with the City of Southlake in achieving community objectives.
Objective 12.1 Use technology to engage the community on topics of interest that informs and facilitates
the exchange of information.
Objective 12.2 Provide opportunities for the community’s youth to advise and participate in policy and
decision making, while investing in future generations.
Objective 12.3 Implement effective engagement strategies, such as Town Hall Forums, that solicit input
from the community.
Objective 12.4 Engage with community groups to identify opportunities to enhance transparency and
encourage participation in local government.
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[SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] Consolidated Future Land Use Plan 103 Ordinance No. _____________________ [SOUTHLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN] APPENDIX E NORTH TEXAS 2050 GUIDING PRINCIPLES Excerpted from North Texas 2050 www.visionnorthtexas.org 1. Development Diversity – Meet the needs of changing markets by providing a mix of development options and land use types in communities throughout the region. 2. Efficient Growth – Promote reinvestment and redevelopment in areas with existing infrastructure, ensure that new infrastructure supports orderly and sustainable growth, and provide coordinated regional systems of natural and built infrastructure. 3. Pedestrian Design – Create and connect pedestrian‐(and bicyclist) oriented neighborhoods, centers and places throughout the region. 4. Housing Choice – Sustain and facilitate a range of housing opportunities and choices that meet the needs of residents of all economic levels and at all stages of life. 5. Activity Centers – Create mixed use developments that are centers of neighborhoods and community activities and serve as hubs of non‐automobile transportation systems. 6. Environmental Stewardship – Protect, retain or enhance the region’s important natural assets (including its air, water, land and forests) and integrate these natural features and systems into the character of the region’s communities and the experiences of its residents. 7. Quality Places – Strengthen the identities of the region’s diverse communities through preservation of significant historic structures and natural assets, creation of new landmarks and gathering spaces, use of compatible architectural and landscape design, and support for the activities and institutions that make each community unique. 8. Efficient Mobility Options – Invest in transportation systems, facilities and operations that provide multi‐modal choices for the efficient and sustainable movement of people, goods, and services. 9. Resource Efficiency – Design buildings, sites, communities and regional systems to use water, energy, and renewable resources responsibly, effectively and efficiently, and to retain non‐renewable resources for the use of future generations. 10. Educational Opportunity – Provide opportunities for all North Texans to have access to the schools, people and technology they need for success in learning throughout their lives. 11. Healthy Communities – Identify and support functional, sustainable infrastructure and institutions that offer North Texans access to affordable, nutritious foods, opportunities for physical activity, and access to wellness and primary care services. 12. Implementation – Achieve the region’s vision by adoption of compatible comprehensive plans and ordinances for cities and consistent investment plans for regional systems; involve citizens and stakeholders in all aspects of these planning processes.
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APPENDIX F
SOUTHLAKE 2035 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PROTECTION MAP
The Environmental Resource Protection Map was last adopted with the Parks, Recreation, & Open Space Plan
and is provided here for reference.
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Land Use Plan History
Southlake 2035 Consolidated Future Land Use Plan, Ordinance No. 1192 – approved June 19, 2018
Southlake 2035 Land Use Sector Plan, Ordinance No. 1191 – approved June 19, 2018
Southlake 2035 F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan, Ordinance No. 1183 – approved December 5, 2017
Southlake 2035 State Highway 114 Corridor Plan, Ordinance No. 1171 – approved June 20, 2017
Southlake 2030 Consolidated Future Land Use Plan, Ordinance No. 1022 – approved March 20, 2012
Southlake 2030 S.H. 114 Corridor Plan, Ordinance No. 1021 – March 6, 2012
Southlake 2030 Crooked/Kimball Small Area Plan, Ordinance No. 1010 – September 20, 2011
Southlake 2030 Carroll/1709 Small Area Plan, Ordinance No. 1009 – September 20, 2011
Southlake 2030 F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan, Ordinance No. 1012 – September 20, 2011
Southlake 2030 Southeast Sector Plan, Ordinance No. 980 – November 2, 2010
Southlake 2030 Central Sector Plan, Ordinance No. 983 – October 19, 2010
Southlake 2030 West Sector Plan, Ordinance No. 979 – September 7, 2010
Southlake 2030 North Sector Plan, Ordinance No. 971 – June 1, 2010
Southlake 2025 Plan Consolidated Future Land Use Plan, Resolution No. 05‐026 – approved August 2, 2005
Southlake 2025 W. Southlake Blvd./Pearson Lane Area, W. Highland/N. Peytonville Area, & North Side Area Plan,
Resolution No. 05‐018 – May 3, 2005
Southlake 2025 South Side Area Plan, Resolution No. 05‐006 – March 15, 2005
Southlake 2025 State Highway 114 Corridor Plan, Resolution No. 05‐005 – February 15, 2005
Southlake 2025 Davis Boulevard/F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan, Resolution No. 04‐072 – December 7, 2004
Amendment to the 1998 Land Use Plan, Resolution 03‐008; designating Town Square with the “Town Center” land use
designation – approved March 4, 2003
1998 Land Use Plan – approved January 20, 1998
1995 Southlake Corridor Study
1993 Land Use Plan – approved June 15, 1993
1988 Master Plan/Land Use Plan, Ordinance No. 447 – approved September 20, 1988
1988 Land Use Plan & Thoroughfare Plan – approved March 1, 1988
1985 Land Use & Thoroughfare Plan
1969 Land Use Plan, Resolution 69‐1 – approved January 7, 1969