Broken Arrow Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Broken Arrow Zoning Overview
Broken Arrow is the fourth-largest city in Oklahoma, situated in Tulsa County as a major suburb of Tulsa. The city has experienced rapid growth over the past several decades, transforming from a small town into a sizable suburban city with a strong commercial base. Broken Arrow's zoning code is administered by the Community Development Department and emphasizes the preservation of residential neighborhoods while accommodating commercial and mixed-use growth.
The city's Rose District downtown area has undergone significant revitalization, with special design standards promoting walkability and a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment uses. Broken Arrow's growth pattern has been predominantly suburban in character, with large residential subdivisions and commercial corridors along major arterials.
Key Zoning Districts
Broken Arrow's zoning structure includes residential single-family districts (RS), residential multi-family districts (RM), commercial districts (CN, CG, CBD), and industrial zones. The city also uses planned unit development designations for larger master-planned communities and has established overlay districts for the Rose District and other special areas.
ADU Regulations
Broken Arrow does not currently have specific provisions for accessory dwelling units in its zoning code. Property owners interested in adding a secondary dwelling unit should contact the Community Development Department to discuss options, which may include special exception applications or planned development approaches. Oklahoma does not have a statewide ADU mandate.
Development Process
Development applications are reviewed by the Community Development Department. Subdivisions and site plans go before the Planning Commission, while variances and special exceptions are heard by the Board of Adjustment. Building permits are processed through the city's permitting division.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Broken Arrow
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
- 7,500 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
- 45 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 10 ft
- Rear Setback
- 25 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 50 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
ADU Rules in Broken Arrow
- 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 Broken Arrow are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
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