The Round Rock Planning and Zoning Commission will consider proposed mixed use zoning code amendments and rezonings of certain parcels downtown at its upcoming meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 in the Council Chambers at 221 E. Main Street. The public is welcome to attend and provide comments. The agenda and meeting packet are posted on Round Rock Replay.
The City of Round Rock’s Planning & Development Services Department has unveiled a significant update to its downtown zoning to encourage vibrant, walkable, mixed-use districts that balance new development with Round Rock’s historic character.
The city adopted MU-1 (Mixed Use Historic Commercial Core), MU-2 (Mixed Use Downtown Medium Density), and MU-L (Mixed Use Limited) zoning districts in 2013 to implement the city’s 2010 Downtown Masterplan. In response to City Council direction from its January 2024 strategic planning retreat, and with increasing development interest and evolving community needs, the City is proposing updates to better align with Round Rock’s growth while reinforcing the original vision.
Over the past year, city staff have engaged stakeholders through surveys, public meetings and one-on-one conversations. The proposed mixed-use districts will facilitate a variety of uses downtown, including housing, retail, dining, entertainment, and public spaces.
The proposed amendments would:
- Expand downtown boundaries
- Increase allowable density along Mays Street and Round Rock Avenue
- Propose new and expanded uses along Main/Georgetown Streets in MU-L
- Shift MU-2 standards to focus on building form rather than use
- Require facades fronting on streets and public open spaces to include enhanced design features
- Strengthen pedestrian-oriented design standards
- Emphasize greenery and landscaping
In conjunction with the code amendments, 114 parcels downtown are proposed for rezoning to MU-2 (Mixed Use Downtown Medium Density), MU-L (Mixed Use Limited) and OS (Open Space) as part of this project.
The recommended amendments and rezonings align with the current needs and preferences of the community and market. Recommendations for greater densities along certain corridors and proposals for an increase in the variety of permitted land uses and building forms are intended to meet demand. The proposal simultaneously continues to protect historic character and ensures compatibility with existing single-family homes. A map of proposed zoning changes is shown below.
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft materials and consider attending the Sept. 3 hearing to contribute to the city’s vision for downtown.
More information about the project is available at https://www.roundrocktexas.gov/city-departments/planning-and-development-services/long-range-planning/downtown-zoning/.
For questions, email downtownzoning@roundrocktexas.gov.
