Tuolumne County Title 17 zoning establishes building height limits that vary by district. Residential zones typically allow structures up to 35 feet. The county's Objective Site and Design Standards provide additional height guidance for specific project types.
Tuolumne County's zoning ordinance (Title 17) establishes maximum building heights by zoning district. Residential zones typically allow structures up to 35 feet in height. Agricultural zones may allow taller agricultural structures (barns, silos) with appropriate permits. The county adopted Objective Site and Design Standards that provide additional guidance on building height, massing, and design for specific project types. Height is typically measured from the average finished grade to the highest point of the roof. The mountainous terrain means some properties have significant grade changes that affect height calculations. Height variances or exceptions may be available through the Planning Commission.
Building exceeding height limit: stop work order, potential modification or removal. Variance required for exceptions.
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