Citrus Heights residential setbacks (RD-4 and RD-5 zones) typically require 20 ft front, 5 ft side, and 20 ft rear yards for single-family homes. ADUs may use reduced 4-ft side/rear setbacks per Gov Code §65852.2.
The Citrus Heights Zoning Code (CHMC Title 106) establishes setback standards for each residential zone. In the most common RD-4 (4 du/acre) and RD-5 zones, single-family homes typically require a 20-foot front yard setback (measured from property line or right-of-way), 5-foot minimum interior side yard setback, 10-foot street-side setback on corner lots, and 20-foot rear yard setback. Setbacks are measured to the nearest point of the building, including eaves that can project up to 2 feet into required setbacks. Accessory structures (sheds under 120 sq ft) can encroach closer. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) qualify for state-mandated reduced setbacks under Government Code §65852.2: 4-foot side and rear setbacks regardless of zoning code — a city cannot require more. Front setbacks for ADUs must match the underlying zone. Existing garages converted to ADUs can use the existing setbacks.
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