Building Setbacks & Zoning in Montgomery County, TX (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Montgomery County, Texas.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Montgomery County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Setback Rules

Montgomery County cannot enforce zoning setbacks in unincorporated areas — TX counties lack zoning authority under Local Govt Code Ch. 232. Conroe zoning sets setbacks via Code Ch. 90. The Woodlands DSC enforces village-specific setbacks through covenants.

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Few Restrictions

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Structure Height Limits

Montgomery County has no height limits in unincorporated areas. Conroe Code Ch. 90 limits SF residential to 35 ft. The Woodlands DSC enforces village-specific heights. FAA Part 77 applies near Lone Star Executive Airport (CXO) and Hooks Airport.

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Few Restrictions

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Lot Coverage Limits

Montgomery County has no lot coverage limits in unincorporated areas. Conroe zoning sets district-specific coverage 40-60%. The Woodlands DSC enforces village covenants. Floodplain rules (FEMA/county drainage) limit impervious cover near Lake Conroe and San Jacinto River.

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Some Restrictions

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Building Setbacks & Zoning by City in Montgomery County

1 cities in Montgomery County have their own building setbacks & zoning rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

ConroePop. 94,150

3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules

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