planning applications & fee details

If your application involves zoning or platting, you must submit it on the days listed in the Schedule for Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings and Application Deadlines. We recommend contacting the Planning Department and scheduling a Pre-Application Conference (PAC) to ensure a streamlined process. To schedule a PAC, please reach out to the Development Liaison by email at justin.oppel@amarillo.gov.

After you submit your application, the Planning Department will review it within 2 business days to ensure completeness. If more information is needed, you will be contacted. The Development Review Committee (DRC) will review your application and plans within ten business days. After their review, the Planning Department will send comments and any necessary revisions. Please return adjustments promptly.

For applications that require action by the Planning and Zoning Commission, please return the final plans at least four business days before the scheduled public meeting.

Note: Applications can only be submitted according to the Deadline Schedule.

Online Planning Applications

New Planning Project Software — MGO Connect

The City of Amarillo Planning Department has moved to an online application process — My Government Online Connect — MGO Connect. The new software streamlines the application process and allows for applicants to track the progress of their application(s). 

→Access MGO Connect←

Assistance is available at the MyGovernmentOnline customer support help desk at 866-957-3764 (click Option 1.) The Planning Department is available for additional assistance via email at cityplanning@amarillo.gov or by phone at 806-378-6290.

Please create a New Account in MGO to start the application process. View the video below for instructions.

Planning Department Fee Schedule

 (*Updated October 2024)
Application Type
 Application Fee

Minor Plat*/Replat/Plat Vacation- Notification Required ^

 $524 + $10/ acre over 1

 Minor Plat*/Replat/Plat Vacation- Notification NOT Required ^

 $352 + $10 / acre over 1

 Final Plat/Major Plat **

 $551 + $10/ acre over 1

 Rezoning

 $882

 Specific Use Permit

 $756

 Creation of a Planned Development (PD)

 $882

 Amendment of a Planned Development (PD)

 $661

 Street Name Change

 $660 + cost of signage

 Re-notification Supplementary Fee (applies when delay in revisions or application necessitates re-notification)

 $160

 Appeal of Decision

 $378

 Abandonment (Vacation) of right-of-way

 $535 + fair market value

 Landmarks Commission (Certificate of Appropriateness)

 $216

 Preliminary Plan

 $378 + $10/acre over 1

 Release (Vacation) of Easement

 $535

 License and Hold Harmless

 $276

 Plat Vacation

 $386 + $10/ acre over 1

 Variance (ZBA)

 $500

 Special Exception (ZBA)

 $500

Planning applications & fees FAQS

A minor plat is one that: results in four or fewer lots; does not require extension of any municipal facilities to serve any lot; and all lots front onto an existing street and no construction or extension of street or alley is required (see: Amarillo Code of Ordinance, Section 4-6-40.)

Notification is required when the replat involves an area that is limited by zoning or deed restrictions to no more than two residential units per lot. This requirement is in accordance with Section 212.015 of the Local Government Code. If your replat falls under these conditions, you’ll need to follow the notification process.

When you submit an application through MGO Connect, you will receive an invoice to pay online

For more information contact our Development Liaison, Justin.Oppel@amarillo.gov or call 806-378-4222

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