Brevard County limits residential lot coverage to 35-45% in most single-family zones. Impervious surface ratio (ISR) limits apply. Stormwater retention required for heavy lot coverage near Indian River Lagoon.
Brevard County Land Development Code limits maximum lot coverage and Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR) by zoning district. Typical single-family (RU-1-7, RU-1-11): 35-40% building coverage; overall ISR 50-60% including driveways, patios, pools. RU-1-13 and higher density: up to 45-50% building coverage. Lot coverage includes principal structures, accessory buildings, covered patios; ISR adds driveways, sidewalks, paved patios. Permeable pavers receive partial ISR credit in St. Johns River Water Management District jurisdiction. Indian River Lagoon basin properties face stricter ISR and stormwater retention requirements to reduce nutrient loading. Variances go to P&Z Board.
Exceeding lot coverage or ISR: correction required, possible impervious surface removal. Fines $250-$1,500. Lagoon basin violations: additional SJRWMD penalties and fertilizer/stormwater remediation.
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