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

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 8 cities in Pinellas County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Setback Rules

Pinellas County's Sec. 138-3505 sets how front, side, and rear setbacks are measured for every zoning district, with district-specific minimum yard depths in Article IV of Chapter 138.

Pinellas County Sec. 138-3505 Setbacks

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Structure Height Limits

Pinellas County's Chapter 138 zoning code sets maximum structure heights by district, with single-family residential districts capped near 35 feet and additional setback step-backs for taller buildings.

Pinellas County Structure Height Limits

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Lot Coverage Limits

Pinellas County's Chapter 138 zoning code limits lot coverage and impervious surface ratios through underlying zoning districts and Future Land Use Map categories adopted in the Comprehensive Plan.