R5 Zone in Minneapolis, MN
R5 zoning district rules in Minneapolis, MN. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R5 zone in Minneapolis, MN is a residential district (Multi-Family High Density). Permits multi-family housing at high density. Designed for urban cores and transit corridors where tall residential buildings are appropriate.
Common Permitted Uses
- High-rise apartments
- Condominiums
- Mixed residential
Permits multi-family housing at high density. Designed for urban cores and transit corridors where tall residential buildings are appropriate.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 1-2 spaces per dwelling unit depending on zone. Minneapolis has significantly reduced parking minimums citywide under Minneapolis 2040 reforms. Multi-family: Reduced or no parking minimums for multifamily near transit in many areas. Minneapolis 2040 eliminated parking minimums for many uses near transit corridors.
Source: Minneapolis Zoning Code Title 20 (Code of Ordinances); Minneapolis 2040 Comprehensive Plan (adopted December 2018, effective 2020). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source