Development and Floodplain Administration Office
Joy Kimbrough
100 E. Tyler St
Athens, Texas 75751
Room 302
developmentoffice@henderson-county.com
Phone: (903) 677-7242
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Henderson County Development Office is to assist and guide land and property owners, taxpayers, and developers in approval of plats, replats, and general development of land outside of a municipality. Additionally, the Development Office of Henderson County is responsible for floodplain administration in areas outside of any city limits.
Development:
Development Pre-Application Questionnaire
The Development Pre Application Form will be used to determine and document the proposed direction of development in rural Henderson County. This is an administrative form.
Development Form PDF
Developments, replats, subdivisions and divisions of land may voluntarily be assessed for floodplain and drainage to assist the county with upholding its Floodplain Ordinance. The floodplain assessment is required if development is planned in the Special Flood Hazard Area.
Subdivision Rules and Regulations PDF
These regulations have been prepared to aid in the orderly development of Henderson County, Texas, and provide guidelines that will lead to a desirable environment. These regulations supersede all previous Henderson County Subdivision Regulations.
Subdivision Application
For more information on subdivision rules and regulations, please check the Henderson County Subdivision Ordinance.
Floodplain Administration:
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance PDF
The Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance of Henderson County helps to ensure that Henderson County is compliant with FEMA rules, protects lives and properties, and allows Henderson County residents access to more affordable, federally-backed flood insurance.
Information on Flood Insurance
FEMA Updates Flood Insurance Rating