MX-1 Zone in Rochester, NY
MX-1 zoning district rules in Rochester, NY. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MX-1 zone in Rochester, NY is a mixed-use district (Mixed Use General). Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Common Permitted Uses
- Ground-floor retail
- Upper-floor apartments
- Live-work units
- Offices
- Restaurants
Permits a combination of residential and commercial uses within a single development or block. Ground floor typically commercial; upper floors residential. Promotes walkable, active streetscapes.
Parking Requirements
Rochester is served by RTS bus system and Amtrak Empire Service (NYC to Buffalo). The city is car-dependent outside walkable neighborhoods like Park Avenue, South Wedge, and the East End. Lake Ontario proximity and Great Lakes snow require practical parking with snow storage.
Source: Rochester City Code Chapter 120 — Zoning; Monroe County Zoning Law. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source