El Paso Zoning
C-5 Zone in El Paso, TX
C-5 zoning district rules in El Paso, TX. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
Commercial District— Central Business District
The C-5 zone in El Paso, TX is a commercial district (Central Business District). Permits the widest range of commercial uses at maximum intensity. Applied to downtown cores where high-density mixed commercial uses are appropriate.
Common Permitted Uses
- Office towers
- Retail
- Hotels
- Entertainment
- Financial services
- Mixed-use development
Permits the widest range of commercial uses at maximum intensity. Applied to downtown cores where high-density mixed commercial uses are appropriate.
Parking Requirements
Varies by use — typically 1 space per 250–400 sqft.
Source: El Paso Municipal Code Chapter 20.04 — Zoning Ordinance. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source
Last updated: April 6, 2026