Zoning Code

City of Tucson Zoning Code

The City of Tucson uses the Unified Development Code (UDC) as its Zoning Code for development. The UDC applies to all development and uses of land within the City of Tucson.

The UDC is detailed in three documents:

Zoning Interpretations and Determinations

When questions arise concerning the content or application of the Unified Development Code (UDC), interpretations and determinations are rendered by the Zoning Administrator.

Other determinations made by the Zoning Administrator include the classification or reclassification of land uses proposed within the city limits.

View Zoning Determinations

Urban Overlay District Regulations

Urban Overlay Districts allow flexible development standards and establish design guidelines for an area, as allowed per Section 5.13 of the Unified Development Code. These regulations are not part of the UDC.

Three Urban Overlay Districts have been established:

Summary of Dimensional Standards for UDC Zones

The standards in this document are intended for general reference purposes only and should not be used in lieu of more detailed and specific standards found in Article 6 of Tucson's Unified Development Code.

Sunset Dates

Sign Standards - Ordinance 11803

  • Adopted: 12/8/20
  • Set to terminate: 8/31/26

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