R-7 Zone in Baltimore, MD
R-7 zoning district rules in Baltimore, MD. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-7 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. This zone requires a 10 ft front setback, 0 ft side setback, and 10 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 45 feet (3 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 70%.
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 | 10 feet |
| Side Setback | 0 feet |
| Rear Setback | 10 feet |
Baltimore City Zoning Code. R-7 attached rowhouse zone — zero side setback for attached rowhouses is characteristic of Baltimore's housing form.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 45 feet
- Max Stories
- 3
Baltimore City Zoning Code. Classic Baltimore rowhouses are 3 stories.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 70%
Baltimore City Zoning Code. High coverage reflects attached rowhouse character — side walls shared, only rear yard available.
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