Bixby Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Bixby Zoning Overview
Bixby is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Tulsa metropolitan area, located south of Tulsa in Tulsa County. Once a small agricultural community known as the "Garden Spot of Oklahoma," Bixby has transformed into a thriving suburban city with rapid residential and commercial growth. The city's excellent schools and family-oriented community have driven strong housing demand.
The zoning code is managed by the Community Development Department and balances accommodating growth with maintaining community character. Bixby's development has been predominantly residential subdivisions with supporting commercial development along Memorial Drive and other major corridors.
Key Zoning Districts
Bixby's zoning includes residential single-family (RS), residential multi-family (RM), commercial (CG, CS), and industrial districts. The city uses planned unit development designations for larger master-planned communities. Most new development is residential single-family.
ADU Regulations
Bixby does not have specific ADU provisions. Oklahoma has no statewide ADU mandate. Contact the Community Development Department for guidance on accessory structures.
Development Process
The Community Development Department reviews development applications. Zoning changes and plats go before the Planning Commission and City Council. Building permits are issued through the city's building inspection division.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Bixby
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
State — Oklahoma
- Building Code: No mandatory statewide residential code; local adoption
County — Tulsa County
- Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 8,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
- Min Lot
- 3,000 sq ft per unit
- Max Height
- 40 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 10 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 45 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
ADU Rules in Bixby
- Max Size
- N/A
- Max Height
- N/A
- Rear Setback
- N/A
- Side Setback
- N/A
- Parking
- N/A
- Owner Occupancy
- N/A
- Permit Timeline
- N/A
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Bixby are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
Check Bixby permit fees →