R-3A Zone in Sacramento, CA
R-3A zoning district rules in Sacramento, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-3A zone in Sacramento, CA is a residential district (Multi-Family Low Density). Permits multi-family housing at low density, typically up to 4 units. Allows triplexes and fourplexes in addition to single-family and duplex uses.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
- Duplexes
- Triplexes
- Fourplexes
Permits multi-family housing at low density, typically up to 4 units. Allows triplexes and fourplexes in addition to single-family and duplex uses.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling (at least 1 covered) in R-1 zones. Driveway may count as uncovered space. Sacramento City Code Title 17. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit depending on zone and unit size. Reduced requirements near light rail stations and in TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) overlay zones. R-5 and TOD zones may have 0 minimum parking near Downtown.
Source: Sacramento City Code Title 17; California Government Code Section 65852.2. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source