Form Updated 07/2020
CITY OF DECATUR, TEXAS
Development Services 1601 S. State St P.O. Box 1299 Decatur, TX 76234 www.decaturtx.org
C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n A m e n d m e n t C h e c k l i s t
A submittal of a complete application will facilitate a timely review. Failure of the applicant to provide required
information or obtain a waiver from the Planning Director will result in application not being processed. Under
special circumstances, additional items may be required.
The Project Plan is intended to provide the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council with the
information and data that is necessary to assess the merits of requests for the amendment.
Application Requirements:
Application form, signed checklist and the appropriate application fees,
Letter of intent including:
Existing and proposed land uses categories,
Justification for the request,
An assessment of public facilities, demonstrating the adequacy of or provision for public facilities serving the
proposed development, including but not limited to roads and/or traffic, water, wastewater, drainage and
schools,
Location map indicating property for which the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is requested,
Proof of ownership (recorded property deed, current year tax statements or tax certificate),
Documentation on any and all liens and lien holders of property,
A project plan. Submit a project plan drawn in ink and on plain white paper. Drawings by an engineering firm are
preferred.
Written and electronic legal description of property being rezoned on an 8½” X 11” sheet – one (1) typed copy on
plain bond no letterhead and
Electronic .pdf or an email containing the general required documents.
I have reviewed the checklist and all submittals for completeness and accuracy. If application submittal is
determined to be incomplete, additional fees may be assessed.
_______________________________________________ _______________________
Signature Date
Contents of a Project Plan:
Drawn on a sheet size of 18” X 24” or 24” x 36” to an engineer scale not smaller than 1” = 60’ (smaller or larger
sheet size or scale may be accepted only if approved by Planning Director).
Project name, vicinity map, scale, north arrow and date.
Any city or extraterritorial lines traversing or on the boundary of the development.
Name, address and telephone numbers of all professional consultants, if any.
Applicant’s name and address and their legal interest in the subject property.
Owners name and address, if different from the applicant.
Property boundaries plotted to scale with bearings and distances shown and a layout of the development, showing
the configuration and location of proposed land use amendment.
Existing and proposed land use designation as contained in the future land use map.
Existing and proposed zoning designations. Zoning designations and existing uses adjacent to the proposed
development.
City of Decatur Development Services Universal Application
Check box to indicate application type Incomplete applications will be rejected
Annexation Petition
Gas Well Development Plat
Specific Use Permit
Amending Plat
Plat Extension-Final or Preliminary
Subdivision Variance
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Preliminary Plat
Zoning Change
Conveyance Instrument
Replat
Zoning Variance (ZBA)
Design Standards Variance
ROW Use Agreement
Vacation Plat
Final Plat
ROW Abandonment/ Closing
Other ________________
Application Requirements: Signed application form, application fees, Copy and filing fees, Proof of Ownership (Recorded Deed
or current tax statements), required # of plats / plans, signed checklist and a PDF of all documentation.
PROJECT INFORMATION: Residential Commercial Is this property platted? Yes No
If this property is not platted, submit a survey with complete metes and bounds description sealed by a licensed surveyor
Project Name: Total Acres
Project Address (Location): Parcel(s) Tax ID R #:
(LOT, BLOCK & SUBDIVISION OR SURVEY WITH METES & BOUNDS DESCRIPTION SEALED BY A LICENSED SURVEYOR)
Parent Project Name/Number Parcel(s) Tax ID GEO #:
Brief Description of Project: ETJ Yes
Existing Use: Existing Zoning: # of Existing Lots: # of Existing Units:
Proposed Use: Proposed Zoning: # of Proposed Lots Proposed Units:
(MUST BE SIGNED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS) - Letter of authorization required if signature is other than property
owner and a letter of authorization is required from lienholder/mortgagee, if applicable.
I hereby certify that I am the owner of the property identified in this application; or, that I am the
authorized agent of the owner of said property; and that I am authorized to act in their behalf, and that this
application, to the best of my knowledge and belief, is true and correct.
PROPERTY OWNERS INFORMATION
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
PRINT NAME SIGNATURE OF PROPERTY OWNER
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
PRINT NAME SIGNATURE OF PROPERTY OWNER
LIEN HOLDER (MUST BE SIGNED FOR ALL PRELIMINARY, FINAL & REPLATS)
If applicable, Lien holder/mortgagee must also sign plat for filing of record.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
PRINT NAME SIGNATURE OF LIEN HOLDER
For Departmental Use
Only
Case#: ______________
Project Mgr : ___________
Total Fee(s): ___________
Payment Method: _______
Accepted By: ___________
Application Yes No To Be Completed by Staff Accepting Application
Fee Paid Yes No Key Dates
Survey Provided Yes No On P&Z Agenda:
# of Copies On Council Agenda:
Newspaper Publication Dates:
Plans Provided Yes No P&Z:
# of Copies CC:
Property Owner Notification Date
Application Yes No
Accepted
Recommendations and Decisions
Staff:
P&Z:
CC:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will my application be considered?
Your application will be reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Commission (P & Z) and then the City Council. P & Z
usually meets the first Tuesday of each month, while Council meets on the 2
nd
and 4
th
Mondays of each month.
When should I apply?
By law, your application may require a minimum of two public hearings. These hearings must be advertised in the
local newspaper 15 days prior to the meetings. In order to be heard at the next P & Z meeting, you will need to apply a
minimum of 40-45 days prior to the meeting to allow the City time to place the ads in the paper.
What happens at the meetings?
The person chairing the meeting will open the public hearing and invite people to speak about your item. After
gathering all public comments, the chair will close the public hearing and the commission will make a decision about
your application.
So others may talk about my application?
Yes, if your application requires a public hearing, your case will be advertised in the local newspaper. In addition, for
most public hearing items, everyone within 200 feet of the property will be mailed a notification letter.
How do they decide?
The P & Z looks at local, state and federal laws as well as the City’s long-range plan and makes a recommendation to
the City Council. Council considers P & Z’s recommendation and may approve, deny or approve with conditions.
How much does it cost?
The application fee is based on the City’s current Fee Schedule Ordinance. Check the City’s Web Site
or the Planning Department for the most current Fee Schedule. Please make checks payable to the
“City of Decatur”.
What type of Property Drawings do I need?
The applicant must provide a legible and reasonable drawing, to scale, illustrating that which is requested. At a
minimum, the drawing must show property in question along with all adjacent properties, streets, street names, north
arrow and scale of drawing. Identify lots with lot and block numbers and subdivision name or, if not subdivided, a
complete metes and bounds description when addressed. For assistance, contact a surveyor. For additional
requirements, please refer to Decatur’s Design Standards, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance.
Last updated 08/2019