What are the basic single-family setbacks in Rochester?
For R-1 through R-3, the Article 20 schedule lists a 25 foot front yard, 5 foot least side yard, 15 foot total side yards, and 35 foot rear yard. For R-4 and R-5, it lists a 25 foot front yard, 10 foot least side yard, 30 foot total side yards, and 35 foot rear yard. Corner, accessory, and infill provisions can add more rules, so confirm site-specific layouts with the city.
Sources
Full text: Rochester ordinance on Municode. Applies to districts: R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5.
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