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Zoning Standards for the RR-40: Rural Residential District

Jurisdiction: ConcordCode Version: February 10, 2026

The RR-40: Rural Residential District in the City of Concord allows for rural single-family residential development with a maximum lot coverage of 20 percent for single-family residences. While specific Floor Area Ratio (FAR) limits are not explicitly defined for RR-40 single-family residential dwellings in the development tables, the district is designated for low-intensity use with a maximum density of 2.5 dwelling units per net acre.

Zoning District Overview

The RR – Rural Residential district is applied to areas of the City of Concord appropriate for rural single-family residential development or clustered development at densities up to two and one-half units per net acre [Section 18.30.010]. The RR-40 designator specifically denotes a minimum lot size of 40,000 square feet [Section 18.30.010].

Development Standards for RR-40

The following table outlines the key development standards for the RR-40: Rural Residential district as established by the City of Concord.

Standard RR-40 Requirement
Density (minimum/maximum) 0 – 2.5 dwelling units per net acre
Lot Area (minimum) 40,000 square feet
Lot Width (minimum) 150 feet (Single-Family)
Lot Depth (minimum) 100 feet (Single-Family)
Lot Coverage (maximum) 20 percent (Single-Family)
Building Height (maximum) 30 feet (Single-Family)

Note: For nonresidential development, lot coverage and building height shall be established in compliance with the requirements specified by the applicable permit [Section 18.30.030].

Setback Requirements

The minimum setback requirements for single-family residences in the RR-40: Rural Residential district are as follows:

Setback Type RR-40 Requirement
Front 30 feet
Interior Side 10 feet
Aggregate Side 50 feet
Corner Side 25 feet
Rear 50 feet

Note: In no case shall any structure be erected closer than 50 feet from the centerline of any street in the RR-40 district [Section 18.30.030].

Sections Cited

  • Section 18.30.010: Purpose
  • Section 18.30.030: Table 18.30.030 – RR and RS districts – Development standards

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