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NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS

New Braunfels & Land Use,
Zoning & Development Consulting

Development strategy for one of Central Texas’ fastest-evolving growth markets.
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How Texas Regulates Development

Growth, redevelopment and mixed-use opportunity between Austin and San Antonio

New Braunfels continues to add residents and development pressure while balancing infrastructure, historic character, natural resources and mobility. The City’s Envision New Braunfels Comprehensive Plan is currently being updated, and the City is also advancing a Land Development Ordinance initiative intended to modernize and integrate zoning, subdivision, historic-preservation and sign regulations.

For development teams, this makes early due diligence especially valuable. New Braunfels’ Development Guide covers zoning, platting, public infrastructure, permits and certificates of occupancy, and the City encourages pre-development coordination before projects advance. JDJ Consulting helps translate those requirements into a practical entitlement and permitting roadmap.

High-opportunity development types we support

Mixed-Use & Catalytic Redevelopment Zoning and future-land-use analysis, mixed-use entitlement strategy, planned development/SUP coordination, concept planning, public process and phased permit management.

Master-Planned & Large-Scale Development Master plans, preliminary/final plats, planned development districts, infrastructure sequencing, Letters of Certification, traffic/drainage coordination and recordation.

Multifamily & Housing Development Density and zoning feasibility, housing-site due diligence, SUP or zoning-change strategy, subdivision, infrastructure coordination and entitlement management.

Downtown, Historic & Adaptive Reuse Historic-property and downtown constraints, Certificates of Alteration where applicable, adaptive reuse, change of occupancy, site limitations and coordinated permit strategy.

Industrial, Flex & Employment Uses Industrial/flex site feasibility, zoning verification, platting, traffic and infrastructure coordination, development engineering review and permit expediting.

Retail, Hospitality & Entertainment Restaurant, hotel, retail and entertainment feasibility, zoning/SUP review, site and parking issues, commercial permitting and redevelopment coordination.

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New Braunfels land use & development services

  • Development feasibility & zoning due diligence: zoning, future land use, existing entitlements, special-use overlays, planned development conditions, plat status, development standards, floodplain and entitlement risk.

  • Base zoning changes & Special Use Permits: application strategy, Type 1 vs. Type 2 SUP analysis, narratives, exhibits/site plans, development-standard deviations, staff coordination and hearing preparation.

  • Planned Development Districts & concept plans: development standards, concept/detail-plan coordination, project phasing and discretionary entitlement management.

  • Master plans, plats & replats: master plan, preliminary plat, final plat, replat, minor plat, plat revision, recordation and consultant/city coordination.

  • Development engineering & infrastructure: traffic impact analysis, drainage, floodplain, grading, public infrastructure, roadway impact fees, utilities and civil-review coordination.

  • Variances, special exceptions & administrative requests: Board of Adjustment strategy, zoning verification, vested-rights and other property-specific planning applications.

  • Commercial permit expediting: new-build, finish-out, alteration/remodel, change-of-occupancy and related planning, engineering, fire and utility review tracking.

A coordinated path from property strategy to construction

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01 - Pre-Develo pment Due Diligence

Confirm zoning, future land use, plat status, existing approvals, floodplain, access, utilities/infrastructure, traffic considerations and the likely entitlement route.

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02 - Entitlement Strategy

Determine whether the concept is by right or requires a base zoning change, Type 1 or Type 2 SUP, Planned Development District, variance, future-land-use amendment or other discretionary action.

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03 - Plat & Infrastructure Strategy

Coordinate master planning, platting, Letters of Certification, drainage, TIA, public infrastructure, grading and civil deliverables with the entitlement schedule.

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04 - Application & Public Process

Manage Cityworks/ePlan submissions, completeness, technical comments, resubmittals and Planning Commission / City Council / Board of Adjustment preparation as applicable.

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05 - Permit & Occupancy Coordination

Carry approved conditions into commercial or residential permit review, coordinate corrections across reviewing departments and track the project toward issuance and occupancy.

New Braunfels development opportunities to watch

Mixed-use and redevelopment: the City’s 2026 Strategic Plan update calls for incentives for mixed-use development and redevelopment in targeted locations. It also identifies future Land Development Ordinance tools including tiered mixed-use zoning districts and a downtown zoning district intended to support a walkable environment and varied business types.

Large master-planned growth: major developments such as Veramendi and Mayfair are actively adding commercial components. Large-scale projects require careful sequencing of zoning, master planning, platting, drainage, traffic, utilities and public infrastructure.

Downtown and legacy-site redevelopment: the City’s strategy identifies catalytic mixed-use projects and future redevelopment opportunities including Rivermill, Dittlinger Mill and The Mainzer. Historic context, adaptive reuse, parking, infrastructure and entitlement structure can all become critical early-stage issues.

Infrastructure-sensitive development: New Braunfels requires development teams to consider drainage, traffic, public infrastructure and floodplain issues early. Traffic Impact Analysis can be triggered by several development applications, including commercial permits, zoning changes and SUPs.

Who we work with

Developers & Property Owners Acquisition due diligence, entitlement strategy, development management and permit expediting.

Architects & Engineers Land-use confirmation, application coordination, City review management and correction tracking.

Brokers & Businesses Pre-lease/site-selection feasibility, use verification, redevelopment analysis and commercial permit pathways.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What approvals may be required for a development in New Braunfels?

Depending on the property and proposal, approvals can include zoning, a Special Use Permit, Planned Development District, future-land-use amendment, master plan, plat/replat, variance, public-infrastructure review, floodplain or grading permits and building permits.

What is the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2 SUP in New Braunfels?

The City describes Type 1 SUPs as addressing the land use while following standard zoning development requirements. Type 2 SUPs are tied to a specific site plan and may approve deviations from standards such as parking, landscaping or building height.

Does New Braunfels require traffic and drainage review?

Traffic and drainage are important parts of the development process. The City identifies Traffic Impact Analysis requirements for several application types and uses Letters of Certification during stages of the platting process.

Can JDJ Consulting help with a master-planned or mixed-use development?

Yes. We can coordinate early feasibility, zoning and SUP/PD strategy, master planning, platting, infrastructure review, public hearings and the transition into permits.

Can JDJ Consulting help before acquiring a New Braunfels property?

Yes. Pre-acquisition due diligence can identify zoning, future land use, platting, floodplain, traffic, infrastructure and entitlement issues before major design or acquisition commitments.