Building Setbacks & Zoning in Bronx County, NY (2026)

3 rules for unincorporated Bronx County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Bronx County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Setback Rules

Bronx setbacks governed by NYC Zoning Resolution Articles II-IV by district. R1-R2 detached requires 15 ft front yard, 8 ft side yards combined. R6-R8 apartment districts use sky exposure plane/tower rules rather than traditional setbacks.

Building Setbacks: Setback Rules

Heavy Restrictions

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Structure Height Limits

Bronx height limits set by NYC Zoning Resolution by district. R1-R2: 35 ft. R3-R4: 35-45 ft. R6A: 70 ft. R7A: 80 ft. R8: up to 120 ft contextual or tower-on-base. FAR (Floor Area Ratio) controls bulk beyond raw height.

Building Setbacks: Structure Height Limits

Heavy Restrictions

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Lot Coverage Limits

Bronx lot coverage set by NYC Zoning Resolution. R1-R2: 30 percent max. R3-R4: 45-55 percent. R5-R6: 60-65 percent. R7-R8: 65-70 percent. Interior lots, corner lots, and through lots have different controls. Open space ratio also applies.

Building Setbacks: Lot Coverage

Heavy Restrictions

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