R-1 Zone in Riverside, CA
R-1 zoning district rules in Riverside, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-1 zone in Riverside, CA is a residential district (Single-Family Residential). Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods. This zone requires a 20 ft front setback, 5 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 40%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Side Setback | 5 feet |
| Rear Setback | 20 feet |
Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 19.060 — R-1 Single-Family Residential. Standard residential zone. Minimum lot area 7,200 sqft.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 19.060 — R-1 Single-Family Residential.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 40%
Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 19.060 — R-1 Residential.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 covered spaces per dwelling unit in most residential zones. Garage or carport required. Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 19.060. Multi-family: 1.5–2 spaces per unit in R-2 and R-3 zones. Reduced near RTA transit and Metrolink stations.
Source: Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 19.060 (Zoning); California Government Code §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source