Allen limits residential structures to 35 feet or 2.5 stories in most single-family districts. Accessory structures capped at 15 feet. Commercial heights vary 35-75 feet; downtown core permits up to 100 feet with site plan approval.
Allen Land Development Code Section 4.03 sets height by district: SF-E/SF-9/SF-7 at 35 feet, TH at 40 feet, MF at 45 feet. Central Business District allows 100 feet with Planning Commission approval. Architectural features (chimneys, cupolas) may extend 10 feet above. FAA Part 77 surface may restrict areas near McKinney National Airport.
Over-height construction: removal or variance. BOA variance for hardship only.
Allen, TX
Construction in Allen is permitted 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday, with no Sunday or federal holiday work allowed in residential zones. Allen Code Chap...
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Allen enforces quiet hours 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 11 PM to 8 AM weekends under Code of Ordinances Chapter 6, Article VI. Violations are Class C misdemean...
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Commercial properties in Allen must not exceed 65 dBA at adjacent residential property lines during daytime or 55 dBA at night. HVAC, loading docks, and driv...
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Allen prohibits habitual barking that disturbs neighbors under Chapter 2 (Animal Control). Owners may be cited after documented complaints. Texas HSC Chapter...
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