R-2 Zone in Jersey City, NJ
R-2 zoning district rules in Jersey City, NJ. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The R-2 zone in Jersey City, NJ is a residential district (Two-Family Residential). Permits up to two dwelling units per lot (duplex). Allows slightly higher density than R-1 while maintaining low-density neighborhood character. This zone requires a 15 ft front setback, 6 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 40 feet (3 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 50%.
Common Permitted Uses
- Single-family homes
- Duplexes
Permits up to two dwelling units per lot (duplex). Allows slightly higher density than R-1 while maintaining low-density neighborhood character.
Setback Requirements
| Setback Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 15 feet |
| Side Setback | 6 feet |
| Rear Setback | 20 feet |
Jersey City Land Development Ordinance.
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 40 feet
- Max Stories
- 3
Jersey City Land Development Ordinance.
Lot Coverage
- Max Coverage
- 50%
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