Setback requirements in unincorporated Ventura County are defined by zoning district under §8106-1.1 and §8106-3 through §8106-6. Setbacks vary by zone, with residential zones typically requiring 20-25 foot front, 5-10 foot side, and 15-25 foot rear setbacks.
Ventura County zoning ordinance establishes setbacks by zone in §8106-1.1 (open space/agricultural/residential) and §8106-1.2 (commercial/industrial). Setbacks are measured per §8106-4 with specific rules for flag lots (§8106-4.3) and through lots (§8106-4.4). Exceptions exist for architectural features (§8106-5.4), chimneys and bay windows (§8106-5.7), decks (§8106-5.10), swimming pools (§8106-5.13), and other elements. ADUs have reduced 4-foot setbacks under state law. Setback variances require application to the Planning Commission.
Building within setbacks without a variance violates the zoning ordinance. Building permits will be denied for non-compliant plans. Unpermitted construction in setbacks faces stop-work orders and potential demolition requirements.
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