Building Setbacks & Zoning in Broward County, FL (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 6 cities in Broward County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Setback Rules

Broward County unincorporated areas follow Land Development Code setbacks: 25 ft front, 7.5 ft side, 20 ft rear in typical single-family zones. Municipalities within the county enforce their own setback standards.

Broward County Building Setback Rules

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Structure Height Limits

Broward County limits single-family residential height to 35 ft in most zones, with taller limits in multifamily and commercial districts. Coastal high-hazard areas impose stricter limits.

Broward County Structure Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Lot Coverage Limits

Broward County single-family zones generally cap lot coverage at 35-40 percent for principal and accessory structures combined. Impervious surface ratios are separately regulated for stormwater compliance.