Pompano Beach establishes building setbacks through the Zoning Code Article 3 (Zoning Districts) and Article 5 (Development Standards). Front, side, and rear setback requirements vary by zoning district. Fences and walls have separate placement rules under Section 155.5302. A Zoning Use Certificate is required as the first step for most development activity.
Building setbacks in Pompano Beach are established in the Zoning Code Article 3 by zoning district. Each district specifies minimum front, side, and rear yard setbacks. Article 5 (Development Standards) provides additional setback requirements for specific features. Section 155.5302 governs fence and wall placement relative to setbacks. A Zoning Use Certificate (ZUC) is required as the first step for obtaining a Business Tax Receipt or commencing development. The city's Camino online portal allows property owners to look up their zoning and land use designation. Development in overlay districts (such as Downtown Pompano Beach) may have modified setback requirements.
Setback encroachments are zoning violations. Construction in violation may require modification or removal.
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