Broward County limits single-family residential height to 35 ft in most zones, with taller limits in multifamily and commercial districts. Coastal high-hazard areas impose stricter limits.
Building height in unincorporated Broward County is capped at 35 ft measured to the midpoint of the roof in single-family residential (RS) zoning districts. Multifamily (RM) zones permit 45-60 ft depending on subdistrict, and commercial or mixed-use districts allow higher structures subject to Airport Hazard Zone and Broward Municipal Services District review. Accessory structures are limited to 15 ft in residential zones. Chimneys, church spires, antennas, and similar appurtenances may exceed the base height limit by code allowance. Airport protection zones near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) and North Perry impose additional height restrictions under FAR Part 77 surfaces. Each Broward municipality enforces its own height schedule, so oceanfront condominium corridors in Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, and Fort Lauderdale have site-specific height caps established by city code and comprehensive plan. Coastal Construction Control Line properties also require Florida Department of Environmental Protection review.
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