E Zone in St. Louis, MO
E zoning district rules in St. Louis, MO. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The E zone in St. Louis, MO is a residential district. This zone requires a 15 ft front setback, 3 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 45 feet (4 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 65%.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 15 feet |
| Side Setback | 3 feet |
| Rear Setback | 20 feet |
St. Louis Zoning Code. Zone E — multifamily (four-flat/apartment buildings).
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 45 feet
- Max Stories
- 4
St. Louis Zoning Code.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 65%
St. Louis Zoning Code.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 1-2 spaces per dwelling unit. St. Louis's urban grid neighborhoods often have rear alley access for off-street parking. St. Louis Zoning Code. Multi-family: 1 space per unit. Reduced requirements for transit-proximate sites near MetroLink light rail. St. Louis Zoning Code.
Source: St. Louis City Revised Code Chapter 26 (Building); St. Louis Zoning Code (Ordinance 69560). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source