Development Standards for RS-7.5 Residential Zoning in Concord

The RS-7.5 Single-Family Residential District in the City of Concord allows a maximum lot coverage of 35 percent for single-family residences. While specific floor area ratios (FAR) for nonresidential development in the RS-7.5 district are established via permit or abutting district regulations, the maximum building height for single-family structures is capped at 30 feet.

Lot Coverage and Building Height Standards

In the RS-7.5 Single-Family Residential District, development must adhere to strict limitations on site coverage and building height to ensure compatibility with existing neighborhoods.

Development Standards Table

Standard	RS-7.5 Requirement
Lot Coverage (Max) - Single-Family	35 percent
Building Height (Max) - Single-Family	30 feet

Note: For nonresidential development in the RS-7.5 district, lot coverage and building height are established in compliance with the requirements specified by the applicable permit. If a permit is not required, the regulations of the abutting district apply to each adjacent portion of the property [Section 18.30.030].

Applicability of Standards

The standards above apply to subdivisions, new uses, and alterations to existing structures within the RS-7.5 Single-Family Residential District [Section 18.30.030]. Additional requirements from Division IV (Development Standards) and Division V (Standards for Specific Uses) of the Concord Development Code may also apply to projects within this district [Section 18.30.030].

Sections Cited

• Section 18.30.030 – Table 18.30.030: RR and RS districts – Development standards.