Zoning Districts in Boston
Browse the zoning districts in Boston, MA. Each zone type defines permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
Boston divides its land into 23 primary zoning districts. Select a zone below to view its permitted uses, setback requirements, height limits, and lot coverage standards.
Zoning Districts
1F-4000
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1F-5000
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1F-6000
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1F-8000
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2F-4000
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2F-5000
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2F-6000
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2F-7000
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3F-3000
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3F-4000
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MFR
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LC
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NS
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GC
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CC
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CM
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SC-1
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SC-2
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SC-3
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LI
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GI
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MI
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WI
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About Boston Zoning
Zoning districts define what can be built, how large structures can be, and how close buildings can be to property lines and neighboring structures. Understanding the zoning district for your property is the first step in any building project in Boston.
Source: Boston Zoning Code; Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A Section 3; Affordable Homes Act (Chapter 150, Acts of 2024). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source