Peoria's Chapter 21 zoning ordinance establishes minimum building setbacks by district. Single-family zones typically require 20-25 ft front, 5-10 ft side, and 15-20 ft rear setbacks. Small accessory buildings under 200 sq ft and 8 ft tall may be placed near side/rear property lines. Corner lots have additional street-side setback requirements.
Building setbacks in Peoria are established by Chapter 21 of the City Code, with requirements varying by zoning district. Standard single-family residential zones require 20-25 foot front setbacks, 5-10 foot interior side setbacks, and 15-20 foot rear setbacks. Corner lots require increased setbacks along street-side property lines. Per Section 21-422, detached accessory buildings under 200 square feet and 8 feet in height may be placed in required side or rear yards near the property line. Accessory buildings exceeding 9 feet in height or 300 square feet must meet the full setback requirements of the zoning district. Eaves and overhangs may encroach into setbacks to a limited degree. The Board of Adjustment may grant setback variances for demonstrated hardships. Peoria's Planning and Zoning department determines setbacks during plan review.
Construction within required setbacks without a variance faces code enforcement and orders to remove encroaching portions.
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