Dunedin caps single-family residential building height at 27 feet under its zoning code. Mixed-use, downtown, and form-based districts allow taller structures based on stories and right-of-way width with corresponding stepback requirements.
Height limits in Dunedin are set in Chapter 103 of the Code of Ordinances. For single-family residential use, the maximum building height is 27 feet. Other districts allow taller buildings, with mixed-use, downtown, and form-based zoning districts authorizing two to several stories depending on right-of-way width and adjoining context. The form-based code in section 103-23.31 calibrates allowed heights and stepbacks to street type. Heights are typically measured from average grade to the highest roof point excluding minor architectural features such as chimneys, antennas, and rooftop equipment screens. Variances for additional height require planning board review and findings of compatibility.
Constructing a building above the allowed height results in stop-work orders, refusal of certificate of occupancy, required modifications, and possible variance application costs.
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