The land use guidelines below delineate specific zones around the airport and outline the development recommendations in each. These criteria are utilized by airport staff when reviewing proposed developments in the surrounding area.
Airport Influence Area (AIA) – Refer all plats and development plans to ACPAA for review. Comply with FAR Part 77. Require Avigation Easement by landowner and Public Disclosure to prospective buyers and tenants. Residential and other noise sensitive development requires a 7-day noise test and development is prohibited/not recommended in areas at 65 DNL and above.
Restricted Development Area (RDA) – Prohibit new residential and other noise sensitive development. Building height must comply with FAR Part 77 surface criteria, existing or future, whichever is more restrictive.
Buffer Zone (BZ) – Recommend no new residential or other noise sensitive development. Governmental entity with zoning and building permit authority to develop specific restrictions.
Approach Zone (AZ) – Prohibit new residential and other noise sensitive development. Building height must comply with FAR Part 77 surface criteria, existing or future, whichever is more restrictive.
