Huntsville limits residential lot coverage to 35-40% for principal structures in R-1 zones, with total impervious coverage capped at 50-60%. Stormwater rules add constraints near Tennessee River watershed.
Huntsville Zoning sets lot coverage by district. R-1A single family: 35% max building footprint. R-2 duplex: 40%. Denser zones allow up to 60%. Impervious surface limits trigger stormwater management for driveways, patios, and accessory buildings. Flood zones have stricter caps. Contact Huntsville at (256) 427-5000 for enforcement.
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