PLANNING AND ZONING FAQS
- Address
- Legal description of the property- Lot, Block and Subdivision or Survey name and tract number
- Size of the lot or tract
- Name of previous owner if purchased in the last year
An allowed sign may be placed anywhere on private property provided it does not extend into any public right-of-way, inhibit the use of an easement or impair the visibility of a vehicle driver at street or driveway intersections. There is no height or size limitation unless the property is in a “Planned Unit Development”, “Office” “Adaptive Reuse Office” or “Restrictive Professional Office” zoning district classification. Restrictions may also apply if the property is part of a shopping center that is four acres in size or greater.
The City of Lufkin does not license businesses, however, peddlers and vendors are required to obtain a permit from the City Secretary.
- The zoning district classification of your property;
- The zoning district classification of the property (ies) next to yours;
- The zoning district classification (s)
- The type of structure (house, accessory building or fence) proposed;
- The location of your lot in relation to abutting streets;
- Please contact the planning department for specific information regarding your situation if you have questions.