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Setback Requirements

A structure (whether it is a principal building such as a house or whether it is an accessory structure like a detached garage, shed or playhouse) may be erected, placed, or maintained in accordance with the minimum yard setback requirements identified below. A yard setback is the open area on a lot situated between the allowable building area and the property lines.  A permit is required for the erection of any structure on a lot.

The owner is responsible for properly locating all property lines before construction.  See the Building Inspection Department, Assessor, or the Planning Office for a copy of your lot.  Also available online see the Parcel Information Map >> (interactive) for more information. 

See the City Ordinance >> available in PDF format for detailed information including height restrictions, minimum lot area and building area for the typical single-family zoning district. See Section 13.23 - Height, Area, & Setback Regulations: First & Second Residence District.

IMPORTANT-PLEASE READ

This is a very general depiction of a complicated code.  It may not reflect actual setbacks for your particular property.  Please contact the Inspection Department to verify what the required setbacks are on your particular lot.