Single-family residential buildings in Roswell are typically capped at 35 feet measured to mean roof level under UDC Article 3. A 30-degree angular plane from a 35-foot reference height further limits bulk near side and rear property lines.
The 35-foot height cap is the baseline for most R-1 through R-5 residential districts. Height is measured from average grade to the mean point between the eave and ridge for sloped roofs, or to the top of parapet for flat roofs. Beyond the maximum, the 30-degree angular plane prevents tall structures from looming over neighboring property lines: starting at 35 feet at the side or rear setback line, a structure may not protrude into the 30-degree projection. Accessory structures have a lower maximum (typically 12-15 feet). Commercial and mixed-use districts have separate, generally higher caps tied to building type and overlay district.
Exceeding the height cap or breaching the angular plane is a UDC violation enforced at building permit review. Construction that violates the cap can be ordered modified or removed.
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