2020 Census Self-Response Phase Extended

The 2020 Census is underway! In response to the COVID-19 outbreak the U.S. Census Bureau extended the period in which people can respond online, phone or by mail through August 14.

Information collected in the 2020 Census will determine the congressional r...

2020 Census and the Corona Virus

The world is facing a global pandemic, and each community is rising to meet this challenge, but what does that have to do with the 2020 Census? The U.S. Census Bureau needs residents to reply via mail or online at My2020Census.gov as soon as possible.

The ...

Planning and Zoning: Open for Business

As a government entity, the Planning Department at the City of Irving remains open for business during this time of social distancing. While most of our staff is working from home, we continue to process your zoning and platting cases and respond to your ...

What is this Zoning District?

Public and private schools, religious institutions or houses of worship, and nonprofit cultural institutions, public utilities, government buildings and facilities are allowable in all zoning districts.

Residential

R-40, R-15, R-10, R-7.5, R-6: Single-Famil...

Changes to Plat Review Process

Plat Review Streamlining as Required by HB 3167 (2019)

The State of Texas recently amended Chapter 212 of the Local Government Code regarding the subdivision of property known as House Bill (HB 3167). This law is designed to ensure plat applications are pr...

Rewriting the Zoning Ordinance

A Unified Development Ordinance?

It’s time to update the city’s development codes. The City of Irving’s zoning ordinance was written in 1964 and subdivision ordinance was adopted in 1990. Inspired by the vision set forth by th...

How to Find a Property’s Zoning

First time using the city's Interactive Map? Use this step-by-step tutorial to find a property's zoning quickly.

1. Visit the Interactive Map website. Users can also type CityofIrving.org/Zoning-Map into a browser to go there directly.
2. If the GIS disclaimer sp...

Is a Building Permit Needed?

The City of Irving Inspections Department reminds residents that permits are required to erect, alter, move, enlarge, replace, demolish or repair a structure or building.

Residents should verify that contractors have obtained proper permits for any work be...