Tomball advances unified development code to first reading after two‑year rewrite

Nov 18, 2025

After a two‑year rewrite, council advanced a consolidated Unified Development Code on first reading Nov. 17 and heard a consultant review of major changes — including a two‑year lapse for inactive concept plans, a new MF‑1 multifamily district, alternative compliance for staff‑level deviations, and state‑driven changes to rezoning notices and protest thresholds.

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Tomball’s City Council moved the city’s new Unified Development Code (UDC) forward on first reading on Nov. 17 following a workshop presentation by consultant Friese & Nichols.

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