Boston Zoning

1F-6000 Zone in Boston, MA

1F-6000 zoning district rules in Boston, MA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential District

The 1F-6000 zone in Boston, MA is a residential district. This zone requires a 20 ft front setback, 8 ft side setback, and 30 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 35%.

Setback Requirements

Setback TypeRequirement
Front Setback20 feet
Side Setback8 feet
Rear Setback30 feet

Boston Zoning Code. 1F-6000 — 6,000 sqft minimum lot area. Side yards 8 ft each side.

Height Limits

Max Height
35 feet
Max Stories
2

Boston Zoning Code. 1F-6000 — 35 ft, 2 stories.

Lot Coverage

Max Coverage
35%

Boston Zoning Code. 1F-6000 — 35% maximum lot coverage.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 1–2 spaces per single-family dwelling depending on zone. Boston's dense urban neighborhoods often have limited parking. Many older Boston homes predate automobile era — no garage. On-street permit parking available in many neighborhoods. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit in residential zones. Near MBTA stations, parking requirements are reduced. Boston's downtown and dense neighborhoods have very low parking minimums — often 0 for affordable housing projects.

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

Last updated: April 5, 2026
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