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:
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.
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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:
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.
Sign Standards - Ordinance 11803