Setback Requirements in the RH (High Density Residential) District in Concord
The RH (High Density Residential) District in the City of Concord is designated for residential development at a density of 33 to 100 dwelling units per net acre. Development standards, including minimum setback requirements for the RH District, are established by Table 18.30.040, which cross-references additional general development standards to ensure compatibility and site planning.
RH District Setback Overview
In the City of Concord, the RH (High Density Residential) District is subject to the development standards specified in Table 18.30.040. While Table 18.30.040 provides the primary standards, additional requirements from Division IV (Development Standards) and Division V (Standards for Specific Uses) may apply to specific projects [Section 18.30.040].
If there is a conflict between the development standards in Table 18.30.040 and other provisions of the Concord Development Code or a specific plan, the most restrictive provisions shall generally apply [Section 18.10.030].
Dimensional Standards for RH District
The following table outlines the key dimensional and setback standards for the RH District as specified in the City of Concord Development Code.
| Standard | RH District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (minimum/maximum) | 33 – 100 dwelling units/net acre |
| Lot Area (minimum) | 5,000 square feet |
| Lot Width (minimum) | 50 feet |
| Lot Depth (minimum) | 100 feet |
| Lot Coverage (maximum) | 75 percent |
| Building Height (maximum) | 67 feet (Additional height may be approved with a use permit) |
Source: Table 18.30.040 and Table 18.30.040 (RL, RM, and RH districts – Development standards).
Residential Setback Standards
Specific setback requirements for residential uses within the RH District are outlined in the development standards tables. Where a site adjoins other zoning districts, additional transitional requirements may apply.
| Setback Type | RH District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback (minimum) | 0 feet |
| Interior Side Setback (minimum) | 5 feet |
| Corner Side Setback (minimum) | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback (minimum) | 6 feet |
Note: Additional setback standards may apply in small lot subdivisions pursuant to Chapter 18.155. Standards in the RH District apply to aggregate sites, not to individual units created on a subdivided RH site [Section 18.30.040, Table 18.30.040, and Footnotes].
Additional Considerations
- Transitional Requirements: For nonresidential, mixed-use, and multifamily residential buildings in the RH District that abut a residential district, specific transitional setback and screening requirements established in Section 18.150.180 must be met.
- Projections: Certain architectural features may be allowed to project into required setbacks, subject to the limitations in Table 18.150.140.
- Exceptions: The review authority may modify open space or recreational facility requirements if the site is physically constrained or if residents benefit from nearby amenities [Section 18.150.100].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.10.030 (Applicability/Relation to Other Regulations)
- Section 18.30.040 (Table 18.30.040 – RL, RM, and RH districts – Development standards)
- Section 18.150.100 (Open space and recreational facilities for residential development)
- Section 18.150.140 (Setbacks)
- Section 18.150.180 (Transitional requirements)
- Section 18.155 (Standards for Small Lot and Medium Density Development)