Residential height: 24-30 ft or 2 stories max. Hillside overlay zones often cap at 24 ft from natural grade. Commercial: 30-40 ft by district.
Oro Valley Zoning Code (Title 22) establishes maximum building heights by zoning district. Standard residential zones (R-6, R1-36) allow a maximum height of 24 to 30 feet. Hillside Overlay zones restrict height further to protect natural terrain and mountain views, often limiting structures to 24 feet measured from natural grade at any point. Ridgeline development may require additional height reduction to prevent silhouetting against the skyline. The Towns Design Review Board evaluates commercial and multi-family projects for height compatibility. Commercial zones generally permit 30 to 40 feet depending on the district and proximity to residential areas. Planned Area Developments may negotiate specific height limits through the PAD process. Height is measured from finished grade to the highest point of the roof structure, excluding mechanical equipment screened from view. Solar panels and antenna structures may have separate height allowances.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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