Zoning Map

  • A Zoning Map identifies the different type of residential areas located within the city as well as the two type of Commercial areas within the City of Washington Terrace. 

 

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Ordinances

  • to review a particular type ordinance can be accessed here; fencing, sign, shed, nuisance regulations, window egress requirements and lighting table.
  • Or on the front page of this web site tab "City Code"

Zoning & Development

 
 
  • Set backs and lot requirements for Residential zoning. 
  • Subdivision approval criteria 

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is comprised of 7 members appointed by the Mayor and Council to serve 4-year terms. The Planning Commissioners volunteer their time to serve the community on land use issues. The Planning Commission holds meetings on the last Thursday of each month, unless otherwise specified.

The Current Planning Commissioners are:

Steve Jacobson- Chairman

Dwight Henderson- Vice-Chair

Matt Roper-  Commissioner

Dan Johnson- Commissioner

Amy Morgan- Commissioner

Morgan Wilkins- Commissioner

Jethro Watson- Commissioner

 

Planning Commission Application

Washington Terrace has a wonderful opportunity for residents who would like to volunteer to serve the community. The Planning Commission serves as the Land Use Authority for the city and makes recommendations to the legislative body concerning ordinances that involve Land Use, Zoning, Zoning and General Maps, Subdivisions, and contributions to the General Plan. The Planning Commission is scheduled to meet the last Thursday of each month at 6:00p.m.  Commissioners must attend regular meetings and attend mandatory annual training. The commitment term for a Planning Commissioner is 4 years.

If you would like to be considered to serve as a commissioner on the Planning Commission, please click on this link and complete the attached application and return to the City Recorder's Office at amyr@washingtonterrace.gov, or by returning to City Hall at 5249 South 400 East.

There is currently one position vacant. Applications are due by March 25, 2026.