Huntsville residential height limit is 35 feet in most R-zones. Downtown and commercial zones allow up to 70-250 feet depending on district. Airport approach zones near Huntsville International impose additional height restrictions.
Huntsville Zoning Ordinance sets base height of 35 ft in R-1 and R-2. Accessory structures capped at 15-20 ft. Downtown Central Business District allows higher with FAA approval near Huntsville International Airport. Cummings Research Park has specific height allowances for research facilities. Contact Huntsville at (256) 427-5000 for enforcement.
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