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Active Zone · Dallas County Primary · Dallas County, TX

CR Community Retail
Dallas County Primary, Texas

Shopping centers and community commercial.

Dallas County, Texas
Dallas County Primary · county
Updated: 2026-03-29 0 Parcels

Jurisdiction Context

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This zone is currently grouped under Dallas County Primary inside Dallas County. In counties with city-level zoning authorities, standards can vary across jurisdictions even when zone labels look similar.

Max Height
45
Feet · ~4 stories
Max FAR
0.75
Floor Area Ratio
Min. Lot Size
5K
sq ft · 0.11 ac
Max Lot Coverage
N/A
of gross lot area
Impervious surface cap

Comparative Market Context

Density Context

The 0.75 FAR for CR is broadly in line with the Dallas County commercial average of 0.78, reflecting a balanced approach to site intensity across the county's commercial framework.

County Portfolio Position

There are 17 total zoning designations in Dallas County, of which 4 are commercial. CR is among the most flexible for commercial uses. This zone accounts for approximately 0% of all commercially zoned parcels in the county.

Land Value Context

At Dallas County's average land value of $41.6/sf and a FAR of 0.75, the implied land cost per buildable square foot in CR p5_zones is approximately $55.47/sf — a mid-market entry point relative to regional commercial land benchmarks.

Development Standards

RequirementStandardNotes / ConditionsCode Ref.
Front Setback
From ROW
10 ft
Building Height
Max by-right
45 ft
Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
0.75
Min. Lot Size
5,000 sf

Permitted Uses

The CR zone's permitted use schedule for Dallas County, TX is currently being verified from source documents.

By-Right — no special permit needed Conditional (CUP / BZA required) Prohibited in this zone

No byright uses recorded for this zone yet.

No conditional uses recorded for this zone yet.

No prohibited uses recorded for this zone yet.

Zoning Map — CR in Dallas County

ℹ️ CR Corridors in Dallas County

Connect a GIS data source (Regrid, Esri, or county open data portal) to render live parcel-level zoning maps. ByRightHQ Pro subscribers get embedded map tiles for all 0 CR parcels in Dallas County. Average asking price for CR land: $41.60/sf.

Development Yield Calculator

Instant Build Potential for CR
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sq ft
Max Buildable GFA
Enter lot size above
Max Footprint
Coverage limit
Est. Stories
@ 12 ft/floor
Bonus FAR GFA
With incentives
Est. Parking Req.
@ 4/1K sf retail

Free Calculators for This Zone

Entitlement Process — Dallas County

01
Pre-Application Meeting (PAM)
Free consultation with Dallas County Development Review Division. Bring a conceptual site plan. Typically 2–4 week wait. Identify overlay districts, activity center requirements, and environmental constraints early.
2–4 weeks
02
DRC / Site Plan Submission
Submit to Development Review Committee. Requires engineered site plan, landscape plan, stormwater analysis (per local SJRWMD/TCEQ/CDOT requirements), and traffic study if >100 PM peak-hour trips.
30–90 days
03
Building Permit
Submit to Dallas County Building Division. Fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical sub-permits included. Expedited commercial review available in most Florida, Texas, and Arizona p5_counties.
4–12 weeks
04
Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspections: Building, Fire Marshal, Health (food service), Zoning. Business Tax Receipt or Business License required from local authority prior to opening.
Final Step

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CR zoning in Dallas County, TX?
Shopping centers and community commercial.
What is the maximum building height for CR in Dallas County?
The maximum building height in CR zoning in Dallas County is 45 feet by right.
Can you build a drive-thru in CR zoning in Dallas County?
Drive-thru permissibility depends on the specific use type. Verify with Dallas County Planning & Zoning.
What is the minimum lot size for CR zoning in Dallas County?
The minimum lot size for CR zoning in Dallas County is 5,000 square feet (0.11 acres).
⚠ This information is sourced from publicly available zoning codes and is for informational reference only. Always verify current regulations directly with Dallas County Primary Planning & Zoning before making investment or development decisions. Last verified: 2026-03-29. Contact: 214-653-7151.