R-5 Zone in Sacramento, CA
R-5 zoning district rules in Sacramento, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-5 zone in Sacramento, CA is a residential district (Multi-Family High Density). Permits multi-family housing at high density. Designed for urban cores and transit corridors where tall residential buildings are appropriate. This zone requires a 0 ft front setback, 0 ft side setback, and 5 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 100 feet (10 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 80%.
Common Permitted Uses
- High-rise apartments
- Condominiums
- Mixed residential
Permits multi-family housing at high density. Designed for urban cores and transit corridors where tall residential buildings are appropriate.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 0 feet |
| Side Setback | 0 feet |
| Rear Setback | 5 feet |
Sacramento City Code Title 17. R-5 = Very High Density Multifamily. Downtown-adjacent zone — minimal or zero setbacks allowed for urban infill towers.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 100 feet
- Max Stories
- 10
Sacramento City Code Title 17. Very high density — 100 ft allows mid-rise towers near downtown and light rail stations.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 80%
Sacramento City Code Title 17. Very high density zone — 80% coverage for downtown urban infill buildings.
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 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source