How tall can I build?
Height is regulated in stories per district: 3 stories max for principal buildings in CD-2, CD-3L, CD-3, and CD-4; 4 stories in CD-4C and CD-5C (CD-5C also has a 2 story minimum); CD-5 has a 2 story minimum with up to 5 stories in areas defined by its table; SD-LI and SD-HI cap buildings at 45 feet. Accessory buildings are generally 2 stories max. Stories exclude attics, basements, and rooftop features, and any building over 35 feet requires Fire Department approval conditions. Confirm the exact table row for the parcel's district.
Sources
Full text: Columbia ordinance on official PDF. Applies to districts: CD-3, CD-5.
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