Buffalo Zoning

N-1S Zone in Buffalo, NY

N-1S zoning district rules in Buffalo, NY. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential District

The N-1S zone in Buffalo, NY is a residential district. This zone requires a 25 ft front setback, 8 ft side setback, and 20 ft rear setback. Maximum building height is 35 feet (2 stories). Maximum lot coverage is 40%.

Setback Requirements

Setback TypeRequirement
Front Setback25 feet
Side Setback8 feet
Rear Setback20 feet

Buffalo Green Code. N-1S is the lowest density suburban neighborhood zone. Found in South Buffalo, North Buffalo fringe areas.

Height Limits

Max Height
35 feet
Max Stories
2

Buffalo Green Code.

Lot Coverage

Max Coverage
40%

Buffalo Green Code.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 1–2 off-street parking spaces per single-family dwelling. Buffalo's older neighborhoods often have detached garages in rear yards — a common Buffalo feature. Snow storage is a practical consideration given lake-effect snow. Multi-family: 0.5–1 space per unit. Buffalo Green Code reduced parking minimums citywide to reflect transit access and walkability goals.

Source: Buffalo Green Code (Unified Development Ordinance, 2017); NY Zoning Law. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026
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