Setback Requirements for Reno's LLR-1: Large-Lot Residential District
In the City of Reno LLR-1: Large-Lot Residential (1 Acre) district, principal buildings must maintain minimum setbacks of 30 feet for the front, 30 feet for the rear, and 12 feet for the sides. Accessory structures in this district are generally prohibited in front of the principal building and must adhere to a 30-foot rear setback, which may be reduced to 12 feet for single-story structures under 16 feet in height [Section 18.02.202].
LLR-1 Dimensional Standards Table
The following table outlines the specific setback and placement requirements for development within the City of Reno LLR-1: Large-Lot Residential (1 Acre) district.
| Setback Category | Principal Building Requirement | Accessory Structure Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Front (Minimum) | 30 ft | Prohibited between front property line and principal structure [1] |
| Side (Minimum) | 12 ft | 12 ft |
| Rear (Minimum) | 30 ft | 30 ft (Standard) / 12 ft (Small units) [2] |
| Street-Facing Garage | 30 ft [3] | N/A |
| Building Separation | N/A | 3 ft minimum from other structures [1] |
Table Notes:
- [1] Standards for detached accessory structures in LLR districts are further governed by the general accessory standards [Section 18.03.403].
- [2] The 12-foot reduced rear setback applies only to single-story accessory buildings or structures that are 16 feet or less in height. All other accessory structures must meet the 30-foot requirement [Section 18.02.202].
- [3] Street-facing garage setbacks are measured from the sidewalk (or planned sidewalk) to the face of the garage [Section 18.02.202].
District Purpose and Application
The City of Reno LLR-1 district is intended to accommodate rural single-family residential and agricultural uses. The code specifically designs these large-lot requirements to preclude premature development of rural land on the urban fringes and to protect the natural environmental resources of the City of Reno [Section 18.02.202].
General Rules for Setback Measurement
In the City of Reno, setbacks (or "yards") are measured as the horizontal distance between the property line and the nearest portion of a building or structure [Section 18.09.205].
Specific Measurement Conditions
- Private Roadways: If a lot in the LLR-1: Large-Lot Residential (1 Acre) district includes a private roadway or access easement serving more than four residential units, the setback is measured from the edge of that roadway rather than the property line [Section 18.09.205].
- Irregular Lots: For City of Reno properties with multiple street frontages (excluding corner lots), front setbacks must be maintained along every lot line that abuts a street. On lots with multiple side or rear lines, the line farthest from the front lot line is designated as the rear yard for setback purposes [Section 18.09.205].
- Permitted Intrusions: Certain architectural features may extend into a required yard. For example, cornices, canopies, and chimneys may project up to two feet into a required setback in the City of Reno [Section 18.09.205].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.02.202 LLR-1: Large-Lot Residential (1 Acre)
- Section 18.03.403 Dimensional Standards for Residential Zoning Districts
- Section 18.09.205 Property Line Setback/Yard