Building Height and Development Standards in the RS-7 Residential District

In the RS-7 Single-Family Residential District in Concord, the maximum building height for single-family residences is 30 feet. This height limit is part of the development standards for the Residential Single-Family (RS) zoning district, which also includes specific requirements for lot area, width, depth, and building setbacks.

Building Height and Lot Coverage in the RS-7 District

The Concord Development Code establishes specific maximum heights and lot coverage percentages for single-family residential properties within the RS zoning district. Table 18.30.030 provides these standards for the various residential designators, including RS-7.

Residential Development Standards for RS-7

Standard	Requirement for RS-7
Maximum Building Height (Single-Family)	30 feet
Maximum Lot Coverage (Single-Family)	35 percent

Additional Dimensional Standards for RS-7

Beyond height limits, the RS-7 Single-Family Residential District is subject to minimum standards regarding lot size and setbacks as defined in the development code.

Lot Dimensions and Setbacks for RS-7 (Single-Family)

Standard	Requirement for RS-7
Minimum Lot Area	7,000 square feet
Minimum Lot Width	70 feet
Minimum Lot Depth	85 feet
Minimum Front Setback	20 feet
Minimum Interior Side Setback	5, 10 feet
Minimum Aggregate Side Setback	15 feet
Minimum Corner Side Setback	10 feet
Minimum Rear Setback	20 feet

Note: As per [Section 18.30.030], "Aggregate" refers to the total of both side setbacks. Interior side setbacks are listed as "5, 10," indicating specific requirements that may depend on structure type or placement as outlined in the development code.

Regulatory Context and Notes

The RS-7 district is a sub-district of the Residential Single-Family (RS) district, which implements the Low Density (2.5 – 10 dwelling units per net acre) land use designation of the Concord General Plan [Section 18.30.010].

Measurement of Height: Building height is measured as the vertical distance from the highest point of any structure to the ground level directly below [Section 18.20.030].
Setbacks: Setback measurements are taken from the property line or back of sidewalk (whichever is less) to the face of the building or structure [Section 18.30.030].
Exceptions: Certain architectural features may be permitted to exceed height limits, such as chimneys (up to three feet) or specific rooftop features, subject to the conditions in [Section 18.150.070].

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