Building Setbacks & Zoning in Palm Beach County, FL (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in Palm Beach County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Setback Rules

Palm Beach County ULDC Table 3.D.1.A sets RS-zone setbacks at 25 feet front, 7.5 feet side, 15 feet rear. Coastal AE-zone properties may require additional Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) setbacks.

Building Setbacks: Setback Rules

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Structure Height Limits

Palm Beach County ULDC limits single-family residential structures to 35 feet (3 stories) in RS districts. Coastal communities and PUDs may impose lower limits. Commercial heights vary by district.

Building Setbacks: Structure Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Lot Coverage Limits

Palm Beach County ULDC Table 3.D.1.A limits residential lot coverage to 35 percent in RS districts, with maximum impervious surface of 50 percent to comply with stormwater rules. Coastal lots may face stricter limits.