3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in San Bernardino County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Setbacks in unincorporated San Bernardino County are set by the land use zoning district. In Valley Region residential districts (RL/RS/RM), the front setback is generally 25 ft and the rear 15 ft, with side setbacks varying by lot and street type. Mountain and Desert districts use different figures. Section 83.02.070 governs measurement and exceptions.
Maximum building height in unincorporated San Bernardino County is set by the zoning district. In residential districts, the limit is 35 ft for RL and RS and 45 ft for RM. Section 83.02.040 defines how height is measured and lists exceptions, including a 50% increase for certain features and added height for institutional structures with greater setbacks.
Maximum lot coverage in unincorporated San Bernardino County is set by zoning district as the percentage of total lot area that may be covered by structures and impervious surfaces. In the Valley Region, RL allows 20%, RM allows 60%, and RS allows up to the building envelope on small lots or 40% on lots of 20,000 sq ft or larger.
5 cities in San Bernardino County have their own building setbacks & zoning rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules
3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules
3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules
3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules
3 verified rules • Lot Coverage Limits, Setback Rules
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