Dallas Townhouse District 2 [TH-2(A)] Setback Requirements
In the TH-2(A): Townhouse District 2 of the City of Dallas, the minimum front yard setback is 0 feet for all structures. Side and rear yard setbacks vary significantly depending on the type of building, ranging from no minimum for single-family structures to 10 feet for duplexes and other permitted uses. Additionally, the Dallas Development Code requires that if the TH-2(A) district abuts a more restrictive district, the side yard requirements of that more restrictive district must be followed for the abutting side.
Technical Setback Standards
The following table outlines the specific yard requirements for different structure types within the City of Dallas TH-2(A) district as defined by the Dallas Development Code.
| Structure Type | Minimum Front Yard | Minimum Side Yard | Minimum Rear Yard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Family Structures | 0 feet | 0 feet | 0 feet |
| Duplex Structures | 0 feet | 5 feet | 10 feet |
| Other Permitted Structures | 0 feet | 10 feet | 10 feet |
[Section 51A-4.114(4)]
Front Yard Regulations
For all construction in the Dallas TH-2(A) district, the minimum front yard is established at 0 feet [Section 51A-4.114(4)(A)]. This standard is consistent across the TH-1(A), TH-2(A), and TH-3(A) townhouse classifications to encourage a dense residential character [Section 51A-4.114(1)].
Side and Rear Yard Regulations
The City of Dallas applies different side and rear yard standards based on the residential use type within the TH-2(A) district.
Single-Family and Duplex Structures
Single-family structures in the Dallas TH-2(A) district have no mandated minimum for side or rear yards [Section 51A-4.114(4)(B)(i)]. However, for duplex structures, the City of Dallas requires a minimum side yard of five feet and a minimum rear yard of 10 feet [Section 51A-4.114(4)(B)(ii) and (iii)].
Other Permitted Structures
Any other structures permitted within the Dallas TH-2(A) district that are not categorized as single-family or duplex must maintain a minimum of 10 feet for both side and rear yards [Section 51A-4.114(4)(B)(iv)].
Requirements for Abutting Districts
A critical provision of the Dallas Development Code for townhouse districts concerns shared boundaries. If a building site in the Dallas TH-2(A) district abuts a different zoning district that requires a greater side yard than what is listed above, the side yard requirements of the more restrictive district apply to that specific abutting side yard within the TH-2(A) district [Section 51A-4.114(4)(B)(v)].
Sections Cited
- SEC. 51A-4.101. NEW ZONING DISTRICTS ESTABLISHED.
- SEC. 51A-4.114. TOWNHOUSE [TH-1(A), TH-2(A), and TH-3(A)] DISTRICTS.
- SEC. 51A-4.114(1). Purpose.
- SEC. 51A-4.114(4). Yard, lot, and space regulations.