Tuolumne County residential zoning caps heights at roughly 35 feet for single-family homes, with reductions on steep hillside parcels measured from existing grade rather than finished grade.
Tuolumne County zoning Title 17 sets a default residential height limit around 35 feet to the highest roof point on R-1 and R-2 parcels in Twain Harte. On hillside parcels with slopes above 15 percent, height is measured from existing grade, which prevents pad-and-stilt designs from rising significantly above the natural ridge. Accessory structures generally cap at 15-20 feet. Some neighborhoods near Twain Harte Lake have private CC&Rs that further restrict ridge heights to preserve viewsheds. Antennas, chimneys, and solar panels typically receive limited extensions above the cap.
Plan-check rejection, redesign at applicant cost, demolition of overheight portions, and double permit fees for after-the-fact corrections.
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