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Maximum Building Height in the HI (Heavy Industrial) District

Jurisdiction: ConcordCode Version: February 10, 2026

In the Concord Heavy Industrial (HI) district, the maximum building height for all structures is 50 feet. This height limitation applies to nonresidential structures and aligns with the standards established for the Business Park and Industrial district category.

HI (Heavy Industrial) District Height Standards

The maximum permitted height for structures within the HI (Heavy Industrial) district in the City of Concord is 50 feet, as specified in the development standards for Business Park and Industrial districts.

District Maximum Building Height (feet)
OBP (Office Business Park) 50
IBP (Industrial Business Park) 35
IMX (Industrial Mixed-Use) 50
HI (Heavy Industrial) 50

[Section 18.50.030]

Exceptions to Height Limits

While the standard maximum height in the HI district is 50 feet, certain architectural features may exceed this limit under specific conditions. The following structures are eligible for height limit exceptions if they are less than 10 percent of the roof area:

  • Cupolas, gables, and domes
  • Elevator penthouses
  • Mechanical equipment screening
  • Monuments, spires, or towers

These features may exceed the established height limit by 10 feet with the approval of a minor exception [Section 18.150.070]. Additionally, chimneys, skylights, vents, and flagpoles are granted specific height exemptions as detailed in the general development standards [Section 18.150.070].

Sections Cited

  • Section 18.50.030 (Table 18.50.030 – Business Park and Industrial Districts – Development Standards)
  • Section 18.150.070 (Height limits and exceptions)

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