Duval County lot coverage governed by Ordinance Code Chapter 656 zoning districts. RLD-60 (low density): 35% max building coverage; RMD: 40%; RHD: 50%. Impervious surface caps also apply in some overlays.
Building coverage (footprint) and impervious surface limits are set by zoning district in Jacksonville-Duval Ordinance Code Chapter 656. Common residential districts: RLD-60 (standard single-family) 35% building coverage max; RLD-70/80 (larger lots) 30-35%; RMD (medium density) 40%; RHD (high density) 50%. Accessory structures count toward lot coverage. Impervious surface coverage (including driveways, patios) has separate limits in stormwater overlays. Waterfront parcels on the St. Johns River, Intracoastal, or Atlantic have additional coverage restrictions.
Overbuilt lots: building permit denial; code enforcement action if built without permit; possible removal or modification at owner cost.
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