RH Zone in New Haven, CT
RH zoning district rules in New Haven, CT. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The RH zone in New Haven, CT 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.
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.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 1 off-street parking space per single-family dwelling. Many older New Haven neighborhoods have minimal off-street parking. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit. Reduced near Yale shuttle and CTtransit bus routes.
Source: New Haven Zoning Ordinance; Connecticut Public Act 21-29 (2021). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source