M Zone in St. Louis, MO
M zoning district rules in St. Louis, MO. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The M zone in St. Louis, MO is a industrial district (Light Industrial). Permits light manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial uses with minimal off-site impacts. Often serves as a buffer between heavier industrial and commercial/residential areas.
Common Permitted Uses
- Light manufacturing
- Warehousing
- Research and development
- Wholesale trade
Permits light manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial uses with minimal off-site impacts. Often serves as a buffer between heavier industrial and commercial/residential areas.
Parking Requirements
St. Louis's alley system (present in most pre-World War II neighborhoods) allows rear access to parking without curb cuts on the main street. The St. Louis Parking Garage Authority manages public parking. Many historic St. Louis neighborhoods (Soulard, Shaw, Tower Grove) are walkable and have reduced parking needs.
Source: St. Louis City Revised Code Chapter 26 (Building); St. Louis Zoning Code (Ordinance 69560). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source