RE Zone in Boulder, CO
RE zoning district rules in Boulder, CO. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The RE zone in Boulder, CO is a residential district (Residential Estate). Large-lot single-family residential with minimum lot sizes typically 10,000 sqft or more. Preserves low-density, semi-rural character in suburban areas.
Common Permitted Uses
- Estate homes
- Horse properties
Large-lot single-family residential with minimum lot sizes typically 10,000 sqft or more. Preserves low-density, semi-rural character in suburban areas.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling per Boulder BRC. Tandem parking acceptable. Covered parking not required but practical given snow. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit. Reduced near Boulder Bus Rapid Transit (SKIP, JUMP, BOUND) corridors. Boulder has one of Colorado's most extensive BRT networks.
Source: Boulder Revised Code Title 9, Section 9-8-5 — Accessory Units; Colorado Revised Statutes Title 29 (HB 24-1175 codification). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source