RM-2-4 Zone in San Diego, CA
RM-2-4 zoning district rules in San Diego, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The RM-2-4 zone in San Diego, CA is a residential district (Residential Mixed Density). Permits a range of residential density from single-family through multi-family, often applied in transition areas between low-density and higher-density zones. This zone requires a 10 ft front setback, 4 ft side setback, and 10 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 45 feet (3 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 60%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
- Duplexes
- Small apartment buildings
Permits a range of residential density from single-family through multi-family, often applied in transition areas between low-density and higher-density zones.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 10 feet |
| Side Setback | 4 feet |
| Rear Setback | 10 feet |
San Diego LDC. RM-2-4 = Residential Multiple Unit, 4,000 sqft lot per unit. Standard multifamily setbacks.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 45 feet
- Max Stories
- 3
San Diego LDC. Mid-density residential height limit 45 ft in most RM-2-4 areas.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 60%
San Diego LDC. Medium-density residential allows 60% coverage.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 covered spaces per single-family dwelling in RS zones. Garage required for most single-family zones. Per SD LDC Section 142.0530. Multi-family: 1.5 spaces per unit for studios/1BR; 2 spaces per unit for 2BR+ in most RM zones. Reduced requirements near transit. LDC Section 142.0530. Complete Communities Housing Plan areas have reduced or eliminated minimums.
Source: San Diego Land Development Code Section 141.0302; California Government Code Chapter 13 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source