R-6 Zone in Baltimore, MD
R-6 zoning district rules in Baltimore, MD. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-6 zone in Baltimore, MD 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 in most zones. Baltimore's dense rowhouse neighborhoods often have no off-street parking — on-street parking is the norm. Some neighborhoods have residential parking permit zones. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit. Reduced requirements near MTA transit lines (Metro, Light Rail, Bus).
Source: Baltimore City Zoning Code (2017 Rewrite); DHCD Housing Programs. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source