R-1 Zone in Jersey City, NJ
R-1 zoning district rules in Jersey City, NJ. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-1 zone in Jersey City, NJ is a residential district (Single-Family Residential). Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods. This zone requires a 20 ft front setback, 8 ft side setback, and 25 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 40%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
Permits one dwelling unit per lot. Typically the most restrictive residential zone. Designed to preserve the character of established single-family neighborhoods.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Side Setback | 8 feet |
| Rear Setback | 25 feet |
Jersey City Land Development Ordinance. R-1 is the lowest density residential zone.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 35 feet
- Max Stories
- 2
Jersey City Land Development Ordinance.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 40%
Jersey City Land Development Ordinance.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 1 off-street parking space per single-family dwelling. Many older brownstone neighborhoods have no off-street parking — street parking is the norm. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit. Reduced near PATH stations (Journal Square, Grove Street, Exchange Place, Newport).
Source: Jersey City Land Development Ordinance; NJ Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source