Keller allows home-based businesses as an accessory use in residential zones if they meet UDC home occupation standards. No separate permit fee, but the use must be incidental.
The Keller Unified Development Code (UDC) permits home occupations as accessory uses in all residential districts provided they remain subordinate and incidental to the principal residential use. Key standards include: the home occupation must be conducted entirely within the dwelling or an enclosed accessory building; no more than 25 percent of the floor area may be used for the business; no non-resident employees may work on site; no outdoor storage of materials or equipment; no signage other than what is allowed for the dwelling; no increase in traffic beyond what is normal for a residential area; no retail sales to walk-in customers; and no activity creating noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable off the premises. Professionals like accountants, consultants, writers, and online retailers typically comply easily. Businesses requiring customer visits, deliveries, or inventory storage are generally not permitted as home occupations. Keller also requires compliance with the city sales tax rules administered by the Texas Comptroller.
Code compliance violations carry fines up to 500 dollars per day under Keller Code of Ordinances. Cease-and-desist orders may be issued, and zoning certificate revocation is possible for repeat offenders.
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Keller combines a plainly audible standard with dB limits at the receiving property line, typically low 60s dBA daytime and mid 50s dBA nighttime in resident...
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Keller requires residential driveways to be paved with concrete or approved hard-surface material. New curb cuts or driveway approaches in the public right-o...
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Keller bans no dog breed. TX Health and Safety Code 822 (Lillian's Law) uses a behavior-based dangerous dog standard. HOAs may privately restrict breeds.
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Keller limits grass, weeds, and rank vegetation to 12 inches on all lots including the parkway strip. Code Enforcement uses a 10-day notice before abatement....
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