R-1AA Zone in Orlando, FL
R-1AA zoning district rules in Orlando, FL. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-1AA zone in Orlando, FL 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. This zone requires a 35 ft front setback, 10 ft side setback, and 35 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 35%.
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.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 35 feet |
| Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback | 35 feet |
Orlando Land Development Code. R-1AA largest single-family zone — 100 ft minimum lot width, 10,000 sqft minimum lot area. Front 35 ft, side 10 ft each, rear 35 ft.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Orlando Land Development Code. R-1AA — 35 ft, 2 stories maximum.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 35%
Orlando Land Development Code. R-1AA large-lot single-family — 35% maximum impervious coverage.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 spaces per single-family dwelling in R-1/R-1A/R-1AA zones. Garage or paved off-street parking required for new construction. Multi-family: 1.5–2 spaces per unit in R-3 zones. Reduced requirements in Activity Center zones near transit. Downtown Orlando has reduced parking minimums.
Source: Orlando Land Development Code Chapter 65; Florida Statutes 166.0451 (HB 1339, 2024). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source