Design Guidelines

The 2021 TIRZ 15 Public Improvement Guide contains suggested development guidelines for public improvements and is intended to provide urban design and materials to be used as reference for developers/consultants operating or planning to redevelop within the boundaries of the East Downtown Redevelopment Authority | Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 15.

Private developments in East Downtown are encouraged to reinforce the existing character as well as design diversity of the area fabric and to echo in the design of new and/or renovated existing structures, when possible. The intended purpose of this publication is to convey the quality and resultant ambiance to private developers as well as professionals engaged in planning and design within or adjacent to the public right-of-way.

Please consult with the Authority’s Administrator ([email protected]) and the City of Houston design guidelines, as the regulations may have changed.