City of Southlake

Gas Drilling in Southlake

Welcome to the City of Southlake oil and gas drilling information page. Below you will find information, ordinances, forms, frequently asked questions and other related links related to oil and gas drilling.


Ordinance Information


Forms, Permits and Applications

Please click here for forms, permits and applications related to oil and gas drilling.


Frequently Asked Questions and Other Useful Links


Listing of Historical Public Input Opportunities for Oil & Gas Drilling Regulations

Meeting minutes have been provided if available.

  • October 2, 2007:  City Council Work Session
  • October 16, 2007:  City Council Work Session
  • November 11, 2007:  City Council Work Session
  • December 4, 2007:  City Council Work Session
  • January 7, 2008:  Oil & Gas Task Force meeting
  • February 6, 2008:  Oil & Gas Task Force meeting
  • March 24, 2008:  Oil & Gas Task Force meeting
  • April 15, 2008: City Council approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 480-RRR and Ordinance 880-A.
  • April 23, 2008: Oil & Gas Task Force meeting
  • May 6, 2008:
    • City Council/Planning & Zoning Commission Joint Work Session
    • City Council Regular Meeting: 2nd Reading of Ordinance 480-RRR and 880-A tabled to May 20, 2008 City Council meeting.
  • May 20, 2008: City Council approved Ordinnances 480-RRR and 880-A
  • July 28, 2008: Citywide SPIN meeting regarding gas drilling
  • October 27, 2008:  Citywide SPIN meeting regarding proposed Gateway drill site.  THIS MEETING WAS CANCELED.
  • November 10, 2008:  Citywide SPIN meeting regarding proposed Rucker drill site. THIS MEETING WAS CANCELED.

Do you have questions about City Council agendas such as, "What does 1st Reading or 2nd Reading mean?" or "What is an ordinance?"  - Click here for an easy guide to City Council agendas.