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Building Setbacks & Zoning in Livermore, CA (2026)

3 verified building setbacks & zoning rules for Livermore, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Setback Rules

Livermore zoning Title 21 sets typical residential setbacks at 20 ft front, 5 ft side, 15-20 ft rear; ADU setbacks reduced to 4 ft under state law.

Building Setbacks: Setback Rules

Some Restrictions

Structure Height Limits

Livermore residential height limits are typically 30 ft / 2 stories in RL and RS zones; detached ADUs allowed up to 16-25 ft per state law.

Building Setbacks: Structure Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Lot Coverage Limits

Livermore caps residential lot coverage typically at 40-50% for main structures; impervious surface and FAR limits also apply under LMC Title 21.

Building Setbacks: Lot Coverage

Some Restrictions

Looking for Alameda County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Livermore city rules.

Building Setbacks & Zoning in Alameda County